Thank you.StarrangerAU wrote: ↑Tue Jun 18, 2019 10:42 amIn my experience there is no 'one size fits all' solution... some days I will juggle a few different weights till I find what works for the location, tide, wind, and swell/conditions.
My rule of thumb(s)...
1. Avoid using star sinkers where the sub-surface terrain is rocky/snaggy
2. Avoid using ball sinkers if casting against the tide / or against the wind
3. If fishing in an area with high sand movement (which buries your sinker) consider using a float with a long dropper
4. Always go light as possible, whilst maintaining the positioning of where you want your bait.
5. Consider changing your casting location so you are casting with the current and/or wind, which allows you to reduce your sinker weight
..thats all I have to say about that ....
I think my problem is being too prepared before each trip. I always have one rig with sinker on each rod all set up ready to go, and 4 more rigs and just enough sinkers. I don't bring my whole tackle box with me, a bit tough to change according to the conditions.