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Main lineFlat method feederlead in base, feed moulded onGroundbait or pellets3-4in hooklength, pellet
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Main lineFlat method feederlead in base, feed moulded onGroundbait or pellets3-4in hooklength, pellet
Carp and coarse · Rig diagram & setup

Method Feeder Rig Diagram & Gear List

An in-line flat feeder is loaded with damp groundbait or micro pellets pressed around it in a mould, and a short hook length puts the hookbait right in or against that ball of food. Fish that feed on the pile tend to hook themselves against the weight of the feeder, which is why it dominates UK and Irish commercial carp and bream fishing.

Also known as: Method Rig (GB, IE), Flatbed Feeder Rig (GB, IE)

Where to use it
lake, river
Difficulty
beginner
Common in
UK, Ireland

Gear List

  • main Line6-12 lb monofilament
  • leader6-10 lb monofilament or coated braid hook length
  • leader Length3-4in hook length, short so the hookbait sits in the ball of feed
  • hook Range#16 - #10 barbless for bream and tench, #12 - #8 barbless for carp
  • weight TypeIn-line flat method feeder, 20-45g (about 3/4 - 1 1/2oz); the lead is built into the feeder
  • sinker Drop Length0in, the hook length clips directly into the feeder's quick-change bead
  • swivelQuick-change bead or micro swivel seated in the feeder
  • extrasMethod mix groundbait or micro pellets moulded around the feeder, Pellet, corn, or small boilie on a hair or bait band
Optional gear

Gear to build this setup

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Flat method feeders Check feeder weight and local tackle rules.Search on Amazon#16 to #8 barbless hooks Check hook size, bait fit, and local hook rules before ordering.Search on Amazon

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How to tie the Method Feeder Rig

  1. Thread the main line through the in-line method feeder and tie on the quick-change bead or swivel so it seats in the feeder.
  2. Clip on a 3-4in hook length with a small hook and a hair or bait band.
  3. Put the hookbait in the empty mould, fill with damp method mix or pellets, and press the feeder into it.
  4. Cast to the same spot each time and leave the rod on a rest until the tip pulls round.

When and where it works best

Stillwaters and slow rivers with feeding carp, bream, and tench, especially commercial fisheries.

How it differs from similar rigs

A cage or open-end feeder releases loose feed away from a longer hook length; the method feeder holds the feed in a ball around a very short one.

Is the Method Feeder Rig good for beginners?

Yes. It is rated beginner: quick to tie and forgiving to fish. Practice the connections in the knot guide, and see the Spinning Rod for a matching rod.

What fish is the Method Feeder Rig good for?

Common CarpCommon BreamBarbelTench

Related Rigs

Feeder RigHair Rig
Practical starting point only. Adjust line, hook, and sinker sizes for conditions and target fish, and verify current regulations before fishing.

Common Questions

What do I need to tie a Method Feeder Rig?

A 6-12 lb monofilament main line, a 6-10 lb monofilament or coated braid hook length leader (3-4in hook length, short so the hookbait sits in the ball of feed), a #16 - #10 barbless for bream and tench, #12 - #8 barbless for carp hook, and a In-line flat method feeder, 20-45g (about 3/4 - 1 1/2oz); the lead is built into the feeder. Full gear list is above.

What is a Method Feeder Rig best for?

The Method Feeder Rig works best for lake, river fishing, and is a recommended setup for Common Carp, Common Bream, Barbel, Tench. Difficulty: beginner.

Is the Method Feeder Rig hard to tie?

It is rated beginner. The knot guide covers the terminal connections used across RigMyFish rigs, so you can practice each connection separately before building the full setup.