Sandgrabber Sinkers 40mm
New stock
NZ$10.50
Why They Are Essential for Fishing
- Stationary Bait Placement: In the turbulent "surf zone," waves and strong lateral currents often drag standard weights across the seabed. These sinkers use long wire legs to "grab" the sand, anchoring your baited hook firmly in a single spot to attract larger fish like snapper, kingfish, or sharks.
- Long-Distance Reach: Their 40mm diameter is precision-sized to fit perfectly in 40mm PVC bait cannon barrels. This creates a tight seal, allowing the compressed air to launch your fishing rig up to 300 meters offshore—far beyond where any human can cast by hand.
- Breakaway Function: Despite their aggressive grip, they are designed with a "breakaway" or "grapnel" feature. When a fish strikes or you begin your retrieval, the wire legs flip down, releasing the sinker from the sand so you can reel in your catch without the weight getting snagged.
- Bait Protection: The prongs often serve as an internal frame for "frozen bait bullets". By freezing your bait around the sinker, you ensure the fishing bait stays intact during the high-speed launch and subsequent impact with the water.
These are a must-have piece of terminal tackle for any serious shore-based angler looking to target big fish in deep water without needing a boat.