Cox & Rawle Attractor Beads 8mm

£2.75

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Product Details and Uses

The Cox & Rawle Attractor Beads 8mm are a piece of essential terminal tackle used primarily in sea and shore fishing rig construction.

Key Characteristics:

Size: They have a diameter of 8mm.² Cox & Rawle typically offers these in various sizes (e.g., 4mm, 5mm, 8mm).
Type: They are often referred to as Soft Round Luminous Beads or just Attractor Beads.
Material: They are made from a soft material or silicone rubber to be line-friendly and act as a cushion.
Color/Visibility: They are commonly available in:
- Luminous (Glow-in-the-Dark) White:⁶ Highly effective in deep water or at night.
- High-Visibility Colors (like Green or Black) for added visual appeal.

Main Uses in Fishing Rigs:

These beads serve two primary functions:

1. Attractor (Visual Appeal)

The most common use of the “attractor bead” is to be threaded onto the hook length (snood) just above the bait.
The high-visibility color, or especially the glow-in-the-dark luminous effect, is believed to mimic a small food source or provide a visible target, drawing the attention of fish to the baited hook.
This technique is particularly popular and effective when fishing for flatfish species (like flounder or plaice) and other bottom feeders.

2. Buffer/Cushion (Rig Protection)

Due to their soft or rubberized construction, they are essential for protecting knots and other rig components from impact.
They are typically placed on the rig body to:
- Cushion Swivels and Knots: When a heavy lead is cast, it can slam against the swivel or knot on retrieval, casting, or in heavy surf.¹² The soft bead absorbs this shock, preventing line damage or failure.
- Space Rig Components: They are used in conjunction with crimps or knots to accurately space and position other components (like snoods or rig clips) along the main rig body.

50 per pack