NGT 2-Hook Clipped Down Sea Rig (Size 1/0 Hooks)

The NGT 2-Hook Clipped Down Sea Rig is an essential distance trace engineered for sea anglers looking to target bottom-feeding species at maximum casting range. Combining the multi-bait coverage of a two-hook setup with the aerodynamic efficiency of a clipped-down system, this rig allows you to punch two full baits out beyond the breakers without sacrificing casting distance or causing line tangles.

Built with a heavy-duty 80lb rig body for casting safety and supple 25lb snoods for sensitive bite registration, this trace is ideal for beach, pier, and estuary marks across the UK.

Key Performance Features

Aerodynamic Clipped-Down Efficiency

By holding both hooks securely in bait release clips directly behind the lead sinker, your baits track in a straight line during flight. This eliminates wind resistance, prevents line “helicoptering,” and adds vital extra yards to your cast off open beaches.

Dual-Bait Presentation

Featuring two independent snoods, this rig lets you offer two distinct hook baits on a single cast—such as pairing a lugworm/ragworm cocktail on one hook with a squid or fish strip on the other to see what the fish are targeting on the day.

Heavy-Duty 80lb Main Rig Body

The robust 80lb main body line absorbs the full force of power casting heavy lead weights up to 6oz, acting as a built-in casting shock leader section for total peace of mind on the shoreline.

Supple 25lb Snood Lines

The 25lb monofilament snoods offer the perfect middle ground: flexible enough to allow your baits to dance naturally in tidal currents, yet stiff enough to resist wrapping around the main line.

Technical Specifications

Best Places & Situations to Use

• Open Sandy Beaches & Surf Marks: Essential when fish are feeding far out past the breakers and maximum distance casting is required.

• Heavy Tide Runs & Onshore Winds: The clipped-down configuration keeps your setup streamlined, helping your cast punch through strong cross-winds and turbulent sea conditions.

• Estuaries & Mudflats: Great for holding dual worm or crab baits right along bottom feeding channels for flatfish, bass, and eels.

💡 Gerry’s Pro Tip

“When baiting up a 2-hook clipped rig, always keep your bait profiles neat and compact using a light wrap of fine bait elastic. Ensure the hook points and bends remain totally free of elastic so they easily seat into the cascade bait clips. When the lead hits the sea surface, the sudden water pressure pops both hooks free instantly, dropping two perfectly presented, untangled baits directly onto the seabed!”

Frequently Asked Questions

How do cascade clips work on a 2-hook clipped rig?

On a 2-hook clipped setup, the top hook clips into a cascading swivel clip attached to the middle of the rig body, while the bottom hook clips into the lead assembly at the base. Upon hitting the sea, water resistance forces the lower clip to release, triggering a chain reaction that releases the top hook as well.

What lead weights are recommended with this rig?

Breakaway or impact leads from 4oz to 6oz equipped with a bait clip or bait shield work seamlessly with this trace.

Is this rig suitable for rough ground?

Because the rig carries two bottom-resting hooks, it is best suited for clean-to-mixed ground like sand, shingle, and mud. For extreme rough ground or heavy kelp beds, a single-hook pulley rig is generally preferred to minimize snagging risks.