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A lead system with the self-hooking qualities of an inline lead and the casting characteristics of a lead clip, while also incorporating all their safety benefits: it doesn't exist, right? Well, such a product has just arrived at Korda Headquarters. After a long development period, the COG system is finally here in physical form.
COG, short for center of gravity, refers to the unique way the leader is connected to the heaviest part of the lead, providing an instant and unparalleled hook-up. Simply put, this system is designed to convert more hooks into landing nets.
Now...why did it take so long? Well, in short, we tested the product, optimizing it, changing it, and then changing it again over the course of a few years. The refinement process takes an incredibly long time, and for the final product to work perfectly, every step was rigorously tested. It was precisely through early testing, during a DVD recording session at Gigantica, and intense, unblinking scrutiny in front of the underwater cameras, that the COG proved to be truly advantageous.
When should you use the COG? Well, it's best used on gravel, sand, or solid silt lake beds rather than weedy bottoms, where it's best to use the Heli-Safe system for maximum safety. It can be cast just as well as a standard lead clip system, although when fishing at long range, it loses its effectiveness when combined with any PVA bag, due to the impact in the water and the resulting detachment of the half-swivel from the lead. For margin fishing or for casting from a boat, the COG is simply unrivaled.
Initially, there are only two shapes available, which will cover most fishing situations. The flat pear version is best used for fishing at marginal distances or when dropping the rig from the boat, while the distance version is the one to choose if you need to target carp with long-distance casts. One point worth noting is that the COG arm sections are numbered (on the swivel) because it's essential that they are used with the correct lead. If you use the wrong arm with the wrong lead, the COG simply won't work as intended.
We've had great results from everyone who's been able to use them like a champion so far, and we're excited to see how much of an impact the COG has on your fishing. We're not claiming the COG is the answer to all your fishing problems, but it certainly contains all the advanced technology of a bolt rig while maintaining the inherent safety of a lead clip. One thing's for sure: it's set to catch a lot of fish this year...
