IQ2 Snowman Rig (Supple Hair)

Description

IQ2 Snowman Rig (Supple Hair) – Handmade Carp Fishing Rig for Perfect Pop-Up and Bottom Bait Presentation

The IQ2 Snowman Rig (Supple Hair) is a handmade, custom-tied carp rig designed for anglers who want the perfect balanced bait presentation. Built with premium rig components, this setup combines natural bait movement, reliable hook holds, and stealthy underwater performance.

The term “snowman” comes from the rig’s two-boilie presentation: a standard bottom bait topped with a smaller pop-up, creating a stacked shape that resembles a snowman. This arrangement makes the bait sit slightly off the lakebed, offering an enticing visual and buoyant movement that tempts even the wariest carp.

The IQ2 Snowman Rig excels when fishing over beds of bait, particularly when combining savoury bottom baits with bright, sweet pop-ups. One of my personal favourites is pairing this rig with Sticky Baits Krill 16mm boilies. This gives a larger, more attractive hookbait profile that carp can’t resist.

Materials Used:

Cally’s Carpy Customs

Cally’s Carpy Customs are among the most popular designs in modern carp fishing for good reason. Their shape causes aggressive hook positioning, ensuring strong and consistent hook holds.

• Made from high-carbon steel for superior durability and strength.

• Double PTFE (Teflon) coating for a silky-smooth finish and faster hook penetration.

• Available in sizes 4, 6, and 8, in both Barbless and Micro Barbed versions.

Korda IQ2 Extra Soft Fluorocarbon (Main Hooklink)

Korda’s IQ2 Fluorocarbon is a softer, more flexible version of the legendary IQ line, offering the perfect blend of stealth and movement.

• Virtually invisible underwater, allowing for discreet presentation.

• Provides natural hookbait movement, ideal for delicate feeding fish.

• Works perfectly across gravel, silt, or weed lakebeds.

Korda N-Trap Soft (Supple Hair)

For the supple hair section, the Korda N-Trap Soft 20lb is used — a proven material for flexibility and stealth.

• Non-reflective coating reduces visibility underwater.

• The soft finish allows the rig to lay flush along the lakebed for a natural appearance.

• Available in Gravel Brown, Weedy Green, and Silt, so you can match the lakebed you’re fishing over.

Shrink Tubing

Shrink tubing adds a professional, neat finish to your rig setup and improves hooking performance.

• Helps form aggressive angles for quicker, more secure hook turns.

• Available in Brown, Green, and Black to complement your chosen setup.

Why Choose the IQ2 Snowman Rig (Supple Hair)?

✅ Handmade and tied to order using premium carp fishing components
✅ Perfect for pop-up and bottom bait combinations (snowman setup)
✅ Excellent hooking mechanics for solid, secure hook holds
✅ Versatile for all lakebeds – adjust rig length for best results
✅ Natural bait presentation that fools wary and pressured carp

Whether you’re targeting specimen carp or fishing pressured venues, the IQ2 Snowman Rig (Supple Hair) delivers a balanced, stealthy, and highly effective presentation. Its combination of fluorocarbon strength, supple braid flexibility, and hand-tied precision makes it a must-have in any serious angler’s tackle box.