Dropper Loop how to video, Attaching multiple lures on the same leader

[Osmosis]

This came up in another thread and I decided to do a walkthrough.

This is how to tie a dropper loop, which is how I and many other guys attach several lures on the same leader under a float. It's a nice easy way to get seperate presentations or colors through a hole at the same time. Some of you will know this already, but this is for those that don't

It's the same knot just with a different application as the widely used saltwater bottom fishing rig usualy consisting of a couple shrimp flies with lead or a jig on the bottom.

the lure being attached above the jig will simply be a 4/0 hook for the video since the line I am using is a braided nylon with a large diameter to make it easier to see. With regular leader material you can use many things from egg patterns to pink worms. You could run cured eggs on the bottom and a jig above, essentially whatever combo you want.

The leader shown is shorter than most would want under their float, It was just easier for the video this way, adjust the length as you see fit or needed.

[GW]

Learn something new every day.

[Osmosis]

Here's a second way to tie the same knot:

[Fishnfool]

I use that a lot for my bottom rig setups in the ocean. Hadn't thought about using it with a Jig and Float. I'm gonna have to try that. Are you using the same principal as the heavier item on bottom?

[Troutier bassier]

Nice vid. Thanks

[Osmosis]

I've ran cured eggs on the bottom and a jig on top and a jig on top with a single egg imitation on the bottom. having the weight on top leaves the lower lure with a nice sweeping/tumbling presentation.
normally I just put a jig on the bottom and a fly on top.

[dizzy fisherman]

Just a reminder that many rivers have regulations stating that only one hook can be used. Just make sure to consult the regs before using two. I've seen guys get tickets for using double hooks while side drifting when only one was allowed.

[Osmosis]

You're right to always check the regs for the river you're going to fish. Thanks for the reminder since I left it out.

Glad you liked it Troutier.

[ryank]

I've ran cured eggs on the bottom and a jig on top and a jig on top with a single egg imitation on the bottom. having the weight on top leaves the lower lure with a nice sweeping/tumbling presentation.
normally I just put a jig on the bottom and a fly on top.

Osmosis, thanks for posting this, I didn't know this was possible! I watched the video with no volume so sorry if you already mentioned this, But what length do you usually make the dropper off of the main leader? just a few inches like in the video? I like the idea of a small yarn ball floating around under my jig.
Ryank

[Osmosis]

You're welcome! Generally I make the loop only about 2-4" from the mainline. Another option is to make the loop a little long, and then cut one end of the loop near the knot. This leaves you with a blood knot that has a long tag end. You can then tie on the second lure to that tag end and it gives it a little more freedom to move. The lengths are up to you, whatever you want it to do for ya.