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Perhaps one of the most notorious big fish baits in the sport of bass fishing is the football jig. This versatile lure catches both numbers of fish as well as giants. It works for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass alike and has proven itself in finesse situations in addition to feeding frenzies. The football jig remains a favorite among professional …
Of all the types of jigs on the market, two of the most popular in recent years are the swim jig, and the football jig. Despite being lumped into the same category though (jigs), they couldn’t be more different in their applications. Here’s a breakdown of when/where/how to rig and fish a swim jig, and a football jig. “Swimming” Types …
Fishing can get tough in those winter months. But, if you are lucky enough to live in a place where your lakes don’t freeze over, here’s 7 lures that will help you with some awesome winter fishing. 1. Jerkbait A suspending or slow sinking jerkbait can work really well when the water temperatures drop and winter fishing season kicks in. …
In early fall, the bass in most reservoirs gang up on offshore structure like points, humps, and ledges. One of the most efficient ways to locate and catch these offshore bass is with a football jig. Football jigs do a great job of imitating bottom feeding forage species like crawfish, darters, and sculpin. As effective as they are at catching …
During those halcyon days of bass fishing in the 1960s, bucktail jigs and a pork split tail eel was the deadliest combo for bass. Although feather and hair have been replaced by silicone or living rubber skirts for flipping, casting and finesse jig tactics, jigs adorned with animal hair or feathers still shine in certain situations, especially during winter on …
When the water turns cold, the leadhead jig becomes one of the most appealing lures to lethargic bass. Jig techniques can vary, but three big ones can definitely help you have a good day during the winter bass chasing months. During the winter, anglers can throw a variety of jigs designed to trigger a strike from even the most sluggish …
A soft plastic lure matched with a shaky head jig is probably the ultimate finesse bait for finicky or bass affected by fishing pressure. The popularity of shaky head fishing has prompted tackle manufacturers to create a wide array of jighead sizes and styles. The key to shaky head fishing is using as light of a jighead as possible and …
Fishing a jig without a jig trailer is like eating a salad without dressing or toast without jelly. None have the same pizzazz without the additional condiment. Although a bass would probably bite a standalone jig, the allure of a jig trailer causes bass anglers to consider it standard equipment for jig fishing. Lure manufacturers offer a wide array of …
If you ask the top crappie anglers in the country what their most effective presentation is, and you’re certain to hear one common theme from the majority of the respondents – some combination of panfish jigs and soft plastic. That may seem weird to many, considering how effective at times live bait is, or how many giant crappie are caught …
Fishing tackle has come a long way in the last 20 years, and those advances have led to unprecedented success on the water for many anglers. Unfortunately though, all those advances have come with increased costs, making it tough for anglers on a budget to save money while fishing with all the latest gear. Whether you’re bassing on a budget, …
Jigs combined with jig trailers are one of the most versatile tools in the bass fishermen’s arsenal. They can effectively cover water from 2 feet deep, out to 50 – in any water clarity. They are also just as effective in super cold water as they are in warm. One of the keys to this versatility is the fact that …
The swing head rig is becoming more and more of a year-round option for anglers all across the country. It took some time for it to burst into the mainstream, however, as some anglers were stubborn in switching away from typical football head jigs. What is it about this rig that has now taken it from fad technique to tournament …
