Rigging
The Pínchovy was engineered to retain its tantalizing action while using heavy line/leader and bigger hooks. It is mostly insensitive to hook size variations within the ranges listed to remain flexible with what tackle is available. It is imperative to always connect to the lure with a snap or ring (split or welded), both to ensure proper action and to prevent breakoffs. The edges of the eyelets are rounded to prevent line damage from incidental contact but are still square enough to inhibit direct tying. A swivel is not needed due to the lure’s never-spin stability and is even recommended against for best performance. Optimal swimming action can be realized by minimizing terminal tackle attached to the nose eyelet, and by using connecting hardware with a wide, round bend for increased degrees of freedom.
For targeting school-size fish with general casting tackle (i.e. baitcasters, star drags, small spin gear; drag settings under 20lbs), a dual hook configuration is recommended. More hook points for better grappling and lighter wire for better penetration. For those targeting big game with heavy gear (i.e. lever drags, heavy spin gear; 20lb+ drag) we recommend using a lone larger single hook attached to the belly eyelet. This arrangement allows for the use of a large gap, heavy wire hook for exceptional holding power while delivering phenomenal action. A single point of contact improves the likelihood of the hook point burying past the barb through hard mouths and thick, bony jaws, reducing the risk of a hook pulling during a prolonged fight.
