split shot weight

[GoneFishingLTN]

IK-137347	Silver	BB	Lead	36
IK-137348	Silver	3/0	Lead	10
IK-137349	Silver	#7	Lead	10
IK-137350	Silver	#5	Lead	8

is this a good starting set for split shot or what sizes should I get?

[Walkabout7781]

There is another thread on splitshotting, on the fishing tips forum. I've done it a lot and it's a great way to catch 'em. I like #1 splitshot, but as small as #4 is ok. Be sure you get ROUND splitshot and STAY AWAY from the "removeable" type...they are very prone to snagging on anything and everything. Round splitshot are surprisingly snag resistant. Use ONE, and never more than ONE...much snaggier. I have not tried the "Clam Shot", but they may be better...or worse....than the round ones.

I've always used a 6'6" "medium" rod that I would rate as a ML, paired with 8 lb. test copolymer. Landed a carp that was around 8 lbs with it, and SM up to 4 lbs. 11 oz., LM to 4 lbs. 8 oz. Really good on submerged roadbeds. While it will work in deeper water if dead calm, normally good to 15' depth.