Boilie needles and bait drills are essential tools for carp anglers who fish with hair rigs. They help you mount boilies, pellets, tiger nuts and other hookbaits quickly and neatly.
Which boilie needle do you need?
A standard boilie needle works well for regular boilies and softer hookbaits. Fine needles are useful for delicate baits such as sweetcorn or mini boilies. Stringer needles are longer and practical for PVA stringers, while splicing needles are used for leaders and soft braid work.
Why use a bait drill?
Hard boilies, pellets and nuts can split or damage your needle if you push through them directly. A bait drill creates a clean hole first, making baiting easier. You can also drill space for cork inserts to adjust buoyancy.
