Axia Muppet Rig Size 7/0

Axia Muppet Rig Size 7/0: The Wreck Fishing Essential

At Gerry’s Fishing, the Axia Muppet Rig Size 7/0 is recognized as a staple for boat anglers targeting the “big two” of UK wreck fishing: Cod and Pollack. This is one of the most reliable “ripping” rigs available, designed to be fished vertically over deep-water structures. The rig features large, powerful 7/0 hooks dressed with vibrant, high-attraction muppets (soft plastic squids) that provide the pulse, color, and movement needed to entice specimen fish in the dark depths of a wreck.

Whether you are “hopping” it along the seabed for Cod or “ripping” it up through the water column for Pollack, this rig is built to handle the brute force of large saltwater predators.

Technical Specifications

Product Details and Uses

The Axia Muppet Rig is a high-impact terminal tackle solution for deep-water boat fishing:

• High-Attraction Muppets: Each hook is shrouded in a colorful, fluttering muppet. These soft plastic skirts provide a lifelike silhouette and movement. In the low-light conditions of deep wrecks, the vibration and visual profile of the muppet are crucial for triggering a strike.

• The “Ripping” Technique: This rig is perfect for “ripping”—a method where the angler drops the rig to the bottom and then retrieves it at a steady pace for 15–20 turns. This mimics a baitfish fleeing from the wreck toward the surface, a movement that large Pollack find impossible to resist.

• Heavy-Duty 7/0 Hooks: The use of 7/0 hooks ensures that you can use large natural baits (like squid or mackerel strips) alongside the muppet for added scent. The size and strength of the wire are designed to stay secure in the tough mouths of specimen Cod and Ling.

• Durable Construction: Built with high-breaking strain monofilament, the Axia Muppet Rig is designed to withstand the abrasive environment of a shipwreck. The heavy-duty knots and swivels ensure that if you hook a “monster,” the rig won’t be the weak link.

• Versatile Baiting: While the muppets work well on their own, they are even more effective when “tipped” with bait. Adding a strip of squid or a mackerel tail to the 7/0 hook adds a scent trail to the visual attraction, making it a “double-threat” for deep-sea predators.

Gerry’s Pro Tip: When fishing for Pollack, variety is key. If “ripping” isn’t working, try a slow “long-lift” and drop near the top of the wreck. The muppets will flare out on the lift and collapse on the drop, mimicking a wounded squid. For Cod, keep the rig closer to the bottom and use shorter, more aggressive “hops” to kick up silt and attract attention