Rigging Needle Precision Assist Cord Tool for Slow-Pitch Jigging, Knotless Assist Hook Splicing

The essential tool for anglers serious about splicing assist lines and crafting high-performance assist hooks. Whether you're setting up for grouper, snapper, tuna, or dialing in your slow-pitch system, this rigging needle gives you precision to tie the perfect assist hook.

• Precision splicing – The fine tip sends your braid or assist cord cleanly through the hollow core, allowing a sleek, knotless finish that reduces bulk and friction. (See how other tools describe this application.

• Durable construction – Built for offshore rigging and repeated use, this tool withstands salt-water conditions and heavy-duty cord.

• Optimized for slow-pitch and vertical jigging – Ideal for the assist hook setups used with jigs, where presentation and reliability count.

• Clean finishes, fewer failures – A clean, knotless assist cord splice presents better and reduces weak points, improving hook-up ratios and lowering the risk of line breakage.

How to use it:

1. Select the rigging needle size slightly larger than your assist-cord diameter. 

2. Insert the needle through the hollow assist cord or braid from the end.

3. Thread the cord or braid through the eye or latch of the needle.

4. Pull the needle back through the cord, creating the loop or splice you need for your assist hook setup.

5. Finish your assist hook with a loop or knotless termination, trim tidy, and you’re ready to rig your jig.

6. Store the needle dry after each salt-water trip to prevent corrosion.