Tie-On vs Slotted Popping Cork: Which One Should You Use?
- By: Matthew Lanier
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A popping cork is just a popping cork, right? Not exactly. As you consider tie-on vs slotted popping cork options, there are some differences to be aware of.
In this video, I’ll show you how the designs differ and the conditions that each style is the most successful in.
Any questions? I’d love to hear from you! Drop them down in the comments below and I’ll answer them as soon as I can.
Tie-On vs Slotted Popping Cork
Essential Gear
- Reel: 2500 Series Spinning Reel
- Rod: 7’6″ Medium Action Spinning Rod
- Mainline: 10-lb Braid
- Leader: 20-lb Mono
- Dr. Popper Popping Cork
- Four Horsemen Popping Cork
These two combos are perfect for inshore fishing:
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Tie-On vs Slotted Popping Cork Key Takeaways
Tie-on popping corks…
- Are available with either an oval or cupped design.
- Take longer to setup since you have to tie them at both the top and bottom.
- Don’t have an easily adjustable depth.
- Won’t slide up or down your line when casting or setting the hook.
- Usually have clackers to draw fish in.
- Tend to be the better choice in choppy and/or dirty water conditions.
Slotted popping corks…
- Are available with either an oval or cupped design.
- Take very little time to set up.
- Are easily adjustable for depth changes.
- Can slide on your line when you cast or set the hook, especially with lighter braid.
- Don’t have the advantage of clackers.
- Tend to be the better option in clear, calm conditions with you want little or no noise.
Learn how to properly rig a popping cork by clicking here!
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Greatb video. I use beads on my slip floats. I have never had activity driven my float noises
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Good info. Have used both, but prefer Four Horsemen style.
Good info. Some slotted corks do have a lead weight embedded into it that allows you to cast further and limits the helicopter effect. Thanks!
Great point, Charles! Many different options there! We appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Matt, good video, thanks. I have a question about the adjustable cork; they come either with an internal weight or without one. Which is your preference for varing conditions?
I think that the ones with a weight have a bit of an advantage in making sure they land properly and dont helicopter too much in the air. Even if its just a small amount of weight, it can make a big difference!
Thanks for discussing differences, always helpful
You got it! Thanks for watching, Chad!
Matt good very good video on the corks and the types used ….. You hit the nail on the head with the information …. I don’t use them often but your information was spot on and will be very helpful to me for when I do use the corks ….
Thanks and Job well done Matt ….. !!
Glad to hear this was helpful for you, Thomas! Thanks for taking the time to comment!
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Hey Larry,
We’re able to view the video on our end. Are you still having trouble viewing it?
Thanks Matt, this was definitely good information.
Glad to help Bill!
Good info, thanks Matt.
Thanks for the nice comment John!
Thank for the great tips Matt! We appreciate your dedication to help us understand the differences in corks.
You got it Amos! We appreciate you taking the time to watch!