There are actually quite a few effective flounder rigs out there that each work equally well. In many cases it comes down to personal opinion as to which is the best though certain similarities do remain: they are usually white and the most successful ones are usually fairly simple. After all, the fewer pieces the less that can go wrong, right?
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The Best Pre-Tied Flounder Fishing Rigs
- Sea Striker Squid Skirt Rigs is the best squid skirt rig for catching flounder/fluke.
- Sea Strike Flounder/Fluke Rig is the inexpensive choice for a flounder/fluke rig.
- Sea Striker 2/0 Bucktail Rig is the best bucktail rig for catching flounder/fluke.
1. Sea Striker Squid Skirt Rigs – Best Squid Skirt Rig for Flounder
- Sold individually.
- Comes with a #4 3-way swivel.
- Convenient snap to attach a sinker.
- 1/0 flounder hook.
- #2 nickel spinner blade.
- Price: Check Price
Another product from Sea Striker, this squid skirt rig comes with 42 inches of 30lb monofilament line. It’s fully equipped with a three-way swivel and a snap for a sinker attachment. The hook is your standard 1/0 saltwater grade flounder hook with a nickel spinner blade that’s placed just above the jig.
- Very well made construction.
- Bonus snap if you want to attach a sinker.
- The squid attachment is perfectly designed for flounder.
- You can save money if you make it yourself.
2. Sea Strike Flounder/Fluke Rig – Best for Budget Fishermen
- Sold individually.
- Designed specifically for flounder.
- 3/4 oz chartreuse blade.
- #1 gold plated hook.
- Price: Check Price
This simple flounder rig is perfect if you already own a squid attachment. It’s very simple without too many bells and whistles but it’s still very effective at catching flounder. It comes with a 40lb rated fishing line with a 3/4 oz sinker and a chartreuse spinner blade. The hook is specifically designed for flounder and is size 1 and is gold plated.
It’s also a bit cheaper than the other options on this list but it comes with fewer attachments. If you don’t want to make any other alterations you may be better suited with the squid skirt rig on this list but if you just need a cheap rig this is the choice for you.
- The cheapest flounder rig on our list.
- Comes with a 3/4 oz chartreuse blade.
- The hook is size 1 and gold plated.
- You may need to attach your own squid jig to improve it.
3. Sea Striker 2/0 Bucktail Rig – Best Bucktail Rig for Flounder
- Sold individually.
- Very bright colors to attract flounder.
- 3-way spinner.
- Strong enough snap swivel to handle most species.
- Price: Check Price
The Sea Striker Bucktail Rig is a perfect choice to catch flounder. Designed specifically for them, it boasts a three-way spinner that helps attract the flounder and comes fully equipped with Got-Cha plugs, dusters, soft plastics and a bucktail teaser. It’s bright colors are sure to catch the attention of the fluke you’re fishing for and the snap swivels, while small, are strong enough to handle most other species that might want to take a bite.
Just keep in mind that despite what the listing says, these rigs are sold individually and not in packs of 12. It may say so in the description, but trust me they’re sold separately (and priced appropriately for individual sale).
- Designed specifically for flounder/fluke.
- Equipped with a 3-way spinner.
- Very bright colors that help attraction.
- A bit expensive for a single rig.
How to Tie a Fishing Rig for Flounder
For those of you that are interested in tying your own rather than buying pre-tied we have a pretty simple guide you can follow. Remember that you may end up spending more but if you plan on tying multiple rigs you may end up saving money in the end. Feel free to use your own extra tackle if you have it and it matches the specifications.
Required Tackle
Leader Line
Sunline Super Sniper Fluorocarbon Fishing Line
The Sunline Super Sniper leader line boasts a fluorocarbon construction that is both extremely abrasion resistant and perfect for heavy cover. Be sure to select the 20-pound option and it comes in three different quantities: 165, 660 and 1200 yards.
Main Fishing Line
KastKing SuperPower Braided Fishing Line
If you don’t already have one, you’ll need a braided fishing line that you can use as your main line. Just make sure it’s rated for 20 pounds and you should be good to go.
Snap Swivel
AMYSPORTS High Strength Fishing Snap Swivels
AMYSPORTS’ snap swivels are designed for both saltwater and freshwater use and have a corrosion resistant nickel finish. They’re excellent, durable snaps that are sure to last for as long as you need them.
Jig Head
This black nickel hook comes with a realistic and reflective head with 3D eyes that help attract flounder. It also comes with barbs on the head that help keep your bait on the hook where it belongs.
Bait
Berkley Gulp! Alive! Shrimp 11oz Bucket
We strongly recommend this bait since it soaks in attractant that flounders just love. In a standard 11oz container there are about 10 different shrimp so you should have plenty of extras.
Tying a Rig for Flounder
This rig is a simple but effective method for catching flounder in fairly shallow water.
- Cut your leader line between 8-10 inches long so you have enough line to tie both ends while still maintaining a six inch length.
- Tie your leader line to your snap swivel.
- Tie your main fishing line to the other side of your snap swivel.
- Tie your jig to the other end of your leader line.
- Hook the Berkley shrimp bait onto the jig hook.
This is probably the most simple fishing rig that works effectively for catching flounder. For the more complex rigs I recommend you buy one pre-tied so you don’t have to spend so much time doing it yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some of the frequently asked questions most people have when they’re fishing for flounder.
Do flounders bite at night?
They do! In fact, many fishermen prefer to wait until night to catch flounders.
Where is the best place to catch flounder?
Flounders typically congregate around areas where the tide and current are strong enough so that their prey can be brought to them. These include inlets, points, channels and passes but pretty much any spot with a strong current is a good place to fish for flounder.
What is the best live bait for flounders?
There are quite a few options for those looking to fish with live baits – these include mullet, croaker, bluefish, gray trout or even squid.