Unusual Redfish Fishing Rigs: How to Build a Pop‑Up Deadbait Rig for Redfish

June 13, 2026

In this video, I walk you step‑by‑step through how to build an unusual redfish fishing rig based on a pike pop‑up deadbait rig. This freshwater predator setup can be adapted for saltwater to create a buoyant, natural‑looking deadbait presentation for redfish.

You’ll see: The exact components needed How to assemble the rig from start to finish How the buoyancy system works Why this rig creates a unique presentation for redfish Tips for adapting freshwater hardware for saltwater durability This is a rig‑building tutorial only — no fishing footage — perfect for anglers who want to experiment with creative redfish rigs and learn new ways to present deadbait.

Steve Moore

In 2015, Steve created the Kayak Hacks Fishing YouTube channel, which focused on gear hacks, fly, spin, and ebike fishing tips. Steve was a regular columnist for Southern Trout Magazine, where he wrote the "New Fly Guy" column to provide fly anglers with tips, techniques, and other advice between 2012 and 2019. He also wrote the "Kayak Hacks" column for Southern Kayak Fishing magazine from 2015 to 2018, where he served as the Field Editor. Beyond the magazines, he has written six books on fishing.