Fishing Bank Sinker

The bank sinker’s streamlined, teardrop-like shape is specifically designed to dig into the bottom and hold position in moving water. While egg sinkers are great for letting fish run with the bait, the bank sinker is the better choice when you need your rig to stay anchored in currents or surf.

Yes, this is a traditional lead sinker. Lead is used because of its high density, which allows for a smaller profile that creates less drag in the water while still providing enough weight to keep your bait at the bottom.

This sinker features a built-in eyelet at the top. You can tie it directly to the end of your line or, more commonly, attach it to a dropper loop or a three-way swivel so that if the sinker gets snagged on the bottom, you only lose the weight rather than your entire rig.

Absolutely. Because of their ability to hold bottom, they are effective in both environments. They are a staple for river fishing where current is a factor, as well as for surf fishing where you need to keep your bait from washing away with the tide.