Easy Rig Bait Tackle

Abstract

The present invention comprises a novel fishing tackle rig generally consisting of an open-eye formed by double “U” bends on the shaft of a hook or other tackle, a hook-shield which threads onto a fishing line with a hollow rear section to slide over the open-eye, a solid front section to provide structure, and a pin extending perpendicular to secure the hook-shield to the bait, and a cone shaped bait protecting device where the narrow end threads onto the fishing line and the wide end fits over the bait and other components of fishing tackle holding everything together. In an alternative embodiment, the hook-shield is replaced by integrating onto the shaft of the hook or other tackle a closing mechanism that slides along the shaft from an open position to a closed position that completes the open-eye. In preferred embodiments there is a grooved indention around the outside circumference of the wide end of the cone which may accept an O-ring, rubber band, or some other means of attaching a skirt or other attractant. Also in preferred embodiments the bait protecting device features a bait holder attached to the narrow end of the cone via a hinging mechanism that allows the free end of the bait holder to penetrate through the bait protecting device and into the bait at the wide end of the cone, and thereby secure the bait protecting device to the bait.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of provisional patent application Ser. Nr. U.S. 62 / 767,784 filed Nov. 15, 2018.DESCRIPTIONField of the Invention[0002]The present invention relates to fishing tackle for the presentation of dead or artificial bait. More particularly, the invention relates to a hook attachment device and protective covering designed to allow for easy attachment of a minnow to a fishing line and to protect said minnow from premature damage caused by trolling.Related Art[0003]For hundreds of years man has sought more efficient equipment to capture fish. As mankind has progressed, sportsmen emerged who fish for the joy of the activity and not for livelihood. Still, sportsmen strive to find better ways to catch fish even when practicing catch and release.[0004]With the advent of modern fishing through the use of a pole and line came a demand for tackle to connect bait and hooks to the line. At first man had to tie each hook ...

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Benefits of technology

This patent describes a fishing tackle rig that includes a double-looped open-eye hook, a hollow hook-shield with bait holding pin, and a bait protecting cover. In one embodiment, the hollow hook-shield can be eliminated by integrating onto the shaft of the open-eye hook a closing mechanism that engages with the open-eye to close the open-eye. The bait protecting cover is slid over the head of the bait completing the Easy Rig Bait Tackle and protecting the bait from premature deterioration. The rig allows for the accurate and life-like presentation of dead or artificial bait. The parts work in unison to hold each other in place and securely attached to the line. The bait can be quickly removed by reversing the process and sliding off the bait protecting cover, detaching the hook-shield, and sliding the loop and line out of the open-eye of the hook. The hook can then be reused or a new hook attached to re-bait.

Problems solved by technology

This proved cumbersome and time consuming, and man sought other ways to attach line to tackle.

While the snap-swivel solves the necessity for a quick detachable mechanism, it introduces another piece of moving hardware and a failure point for sportsmen.

A further challenge for sportsmen has been the presentation of a substitute for live bait.

Live bait is recognized as the most effective bait, but maintaining said bait in a lively condition is challenging.

This is especially true for some species of minnows that are particularly delicate.

Both solutions present the challenge of accurate presentation of the deceased or artificial bait in a life like manner.

If a hook is placed into the deceased or artificial bait incorrectly, the bait will be off balance and will spin in a most unnatural presentation.

The more complicated the tackle, the more skill is required to properly hook the bait.

The use of deceased “live bait” is further troubled by the delicate nature of some natural baits that are prone to deterioration during casting, trolling, or other normal acts of fishing.

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