Loon Drop 6 Division

Description

Split shot are the small round metal sinkers that you can crimp onto your leader or tippet. Be careful on attaching them as they can weaken thin tippet. The Loon Drops are a soft shot made of tin that opens easily. To prevent sliding, form a knot below the space you intend the shot to be placed. Whether you prefer one large shot or several small ones spaced apart is personal—both work. Just avoid piling multiple weights in one spot, which can twist your leader and snag more easily.

On nymph rigs, attach the shot roughly 8–12 inches above your top fly. This lets the flies trail naturally behind the weight and drift freely. If the weight is too close, the flies bounce unnaturally or snag constantly; too far, and they may never reach the same depth as the shot.

For especially snaggy rivers, consider a drop-shot setup—placing the weight at the very end of the rig, below your flies. If it hangs up, only the light tag line breaks, saving your flies. It’s a favorite among steelhead anglers and adaptable for trout in rocky water.

Loon Drop 6 Division is available in either camo or black. These non-toxic, tin weights are coated with a durable matte finish that both adds longevity and keeps the weight from sliding on the line. The natural colors and subtle mottled texture won’t spook fish the way glossy weights will. The double-cut design makes these weights easily adjustable and truly re-usable. They don’t require a special tool to open and remove them from the leader.

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