JIGGING LESSON

Always try to jig downhill to avoid snags. If you jig uphill you will likely snag bottom as the drifting boat moves into shallower water.

When choosing where to jig, look for underwater structure. Baitfish, and larger sport fish hide on the "lee side" of the current, where they can find slack waters. Big fish like halibut, lingcod, big rockfish and chinook salmon use these areas as ambush sites.

Point Wilson Dart jigs are very versatile. They can be jigged, cast or trolled. When drifting from a boat you can cast parallel to the gunwale, toward shore or underwater structure.

When jigging for mid-level fish you can cast up current and retrieve the jig. this helps use all of the deck space while still effectively jigging and catching fish.

Some Dart jiggers use a short, "lazy" jig stroke. This can be quite effective. Others use a long stroke, which allows the jig to flutter to the end of the line. You should also try mixing up your stroke, by combining a short stroke with long strokes. It works!

When drift jigging from a boat, if you want to reach bottom with lightweight jigs, cast down current as far as you can and let the jig sink to the bottom. If you feel any "pause" reel in your slack and set the hook fast! Once your jig reaches bottom jig it as long as possible before it ends up past the bow of the boat. At that point you should reel up and cast down current again.

We hope these  Dart jigging tips and tricks help you catch more fish. Watch this website for more great jig fishing tips and tricks.

 

 

jigging preparation 

:::... Jigging kevlar

:::... Various brand and sizes of jigging hooks ...:::

:::... Top left : Split rings, Top Right : Combi Ring, Bottom : Solid Ring ...:::

:::... Close up of sold ring used for jigging ...:::

:::... Close up of combi ring. Split ring and solid ring combined ...:::

:::... Close up of split ring ...:::

 
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