Accessories

Catfish accessories: the foundation of your rigs

Catfish accessories are essential for building strong, discreet rigs that match the impressive size and power of this fish. In this category, you’ll find everything you need to assemble your setups: small, discreet components that are indispensable for securing your fights and improving bait presentation, whether you’re fishing from the bank or from a boat.

A good selection of accessories lets you adapt to different situations: strong current, snags, buoy fishing, float fishing or drift fishing. By combining each element correctly, you increase the reliability of your rig while limiting the risk of break-offs or tangles.

Catfish rigs: floats, stops and swivels

For catfishing, rig quality often makes all the difference. Catfish floats ensure your live bait or pellets are presented at exactly the right depth. Combined with stops and beads, they protect your knots and stabilize the rig.

• Heavy-duty swivels : prevent line twist and withstand the most violent runs.
• Rubber beads and stops : protect knots and absorb shock on floats and sinkers.
• Leaders and sleeves : for neat, secure connections between main line, hooklinks and reinforced hooks.
• Breakaway rig accessories : ideal for fishing close to snags while keeping the fish safe.

By varying shapes, sizes and breaking strains, you can fine-tune your rigs to suit depth, current strength and the size of the baits you use.

Bank accessories: banksticks, rod rests and bite indication

Accessories are not limited to rig building. On the bank, robust catfish banksticks and stable rod supports are essential for keeping rods and reels secure. Bite indication systems (accessories for bite alarms, suitable rod rests, reinforced tips) help you detect bites without risking having a rod pulled into the water.

Depending on the season and the length of your sessions, choose products that are weather-resistant, easy to push into different types of ground and quick to adjust in height to match changing water levels.

Tools and storage for catfishing

To handle catfish safely and efficiently, the right tools are essential. Strong pliers, braided line scissors, knot-tying tools and hook-rigging accessories make the job easier both on the bank and at home. They save time and ensure clean, neat finishes, especially when working with heavy-duty lines.

Good catfish tackle storage (boxes, wallets, compartments) helps you keep swivels, beads, stops and leaders organized. This is particularly useful for night fishing or long sessions, when you need to find each accessory quickly and adapt your strategy to the fish’s activity.

FAQ – Catfish fishing accessories

Which accessory is essential for starting out in catfishing?

A set made up of a float, a heavy-duty swivel, protective beads and rubber stops is a solid base for tying most catfish rigs from the bank.

How do I choose the breaking strain for my swivels and accessories?

Always choose swivels, rings and clips with a stated breaking strain well above that of your main line, to reduce weak points in the rig.

Do I need different accessories depending on the season?

The same accessories can be used all year round, but float size, leader length and the amount of weight may vary with water level, temperature and catfish activity.

How should I organize my small catfish accessories?

Use compartment boxes to separate beads, stops, swivels and small tools. This lets you tie several ready-to-use rigs quickly, especially during night sessions.