Jig fishing - fishing technique and spinning equipment rules

Many methods are used to harvest predatory fish. They differ in equipment, throwing technology and bait. A special place is occupied by jig fishing, singled out as a separate discipline of sport fishing. Its advantages are often used by ordinary fishermen for trophy fishing. It can take a long time to master this method, but the end result makes up for it.

Jig Definition

Jig fishing is possible only for predatory fish species. Behavioral features are taken into account - the reaction to the movements of the bait in the water, its trajectory. The essence of the method lies in the stepwise movement of gear. After lowering the hook to the bottom, it rises up and sideways with the help of a fishing line. This is done several times at regular intervals. This is the basic jig fishing technique, the nuances depend on the type of reservoir, the chosen equipment. The main condition is that the nozzle must make movements that look like a dance. That is why the method was given such a name - jig.

Basic conditions for fishing:

• The right equipment. Special jig gear includes hooks with an integrated weight, a rod with certain indicators of stiffness and length, reels and fishing line. Together they provide the formation of the required movement of the bait in the water.
• Place for fishing. The preference of a particular species of predatory fish is taken into account. Some are good jig-fishing from the shore, others prefer to be at depth. For fishing from a boat, the equipment should be as convenient as possible so that in a cramped space there are no difficulties with hooking or changing bait.
• Season. Affects the preference for fish in food. The appropriate bait is selected, the technique of fishing with a jig head is being worked out.

Amateur jig fishing for beginners is different from professional sports discipline. In the first case, it is possible to use various equipment, its variations. For professional fishing, strict regulations are established - the weight of the jig, the length of the rod, the types of lures.

Equipment options

Knowing what a jig is and the basic rules of fishing, you need to choose the appropriate equipment. It is divided into conditional categories - rod, fishing line with a reel, lures and hooks. Jig equipment should be variable - experienced fishermen plan in advance the sharing of certain components. The determining conditions for the choice are the type of fishing, the planned type of fish to be caught, weather conditions and the time of year.

rod

For jig fishing, you need a sensitive rod that responds well to bites. If the bottom of the reservoir is rocky, you can feel the sound of the sinker on it when lowering. Only the tip of the rod can be sensitive. Such models are called terminal.

How to choose a jig spinning rod based on the above conditions? It is recommended to follow these tips:

• The length varies from 2.3 to 3 m. For coastal fishing, you can take longer models, if fishing is planned from a boat, you need to stop at short spinning rods.
• Build. In addition to the soft action described above, there are telescopic models at the end of the rod with the possibility of bending along the entire length. With their help, you can make long casts, but information content is important for jig fishing. Sensitively react to a bite and a change in the behavior of the bait jig-spinnings of the end type.
• Rod test. Stop at light or medium class. The weight of the jig varies from 12 to 38 grams. Depending on this, spinning is selected with the appropriate test indicator.

The material of manufacture of spinning depends on its length. Long models are made of composite materials or carbon fiber. Cheaper fiberglass is recommended to choose only for short postings, when fishing from a boat. This is due to the fact that fishing with a jig with a significant mass of spinning and long-distance casts will be inconvenient.

Line and reel

The choice of reel affects the style of fishing. For casting use inertial with a multiplier. The traditional jig spinning model is equipped with inertialess coils. It is important to choose the correct weight of the bait. If it is less than 15 grams, an inertialess coil is installed.

Equipment for jig fishing must meet the following parameters:

• Size It is recommended to build on the Shimano classification. According to it, the sizes of the coils vary from 1000 to 6000 in increments of 500. Models with a large index have a high mass and strength.
• The capacity of the fishing line is at least 150 m. If jig wiring is planned for braided line, hard metal coating is applied to the working surface of the reel.
• The gear ratio is 5 to 1.

Instead of a traditional mono thread, you need to use a cord. The cross section depends on the size of the intended catch and varies from 0.1 to 0.4 mm. Important - a thick line can sail during fishing if there are gusts of wind. The way out is to make the jig equipment heavier or choose a different diameter of the cord.

Hooks and jig heads

The main feature of this fishing is jig lures and specially shaped heads. The hook is connected to the head in a detachable or one-piece way. An alternative option is to use a sinker with special ears - "Cheburashka". It is attached to the tackle through two clockwork rings.

There are such types of jig heads:

• Weight varies from 1 to 50 grams.
• The material of manufacture is tungsten or lead. Lead models are more popular, as it is an affordable material. You can make them yourself.
• Form. In addition to the traditional ball or ski, there are specific forms - a spoon, a banana, rugby.

How to choose a certain model by weight and shape? The depth of the place of casting, the speed of the current are taken into account. The weight of the fish doesn't matter. You need to select the weight based on the characteristics of the spinning - the feedback is checked for a bite or lowering the bait to the bottom.

Lures

To select a certain type of jig bait, you need to take into account the behavior of the fish. By type of fishing, they are divided into active and passive. The first include vibrotails, twisters. Jig baits of a passive type - mollusks, lizards, crustaceans, frogs. Most often, the choice is stopped on active models. They are more suitable for catching predatory fish.

Basic selection criteria:

• Catching pike on a jig with a lure from 6 to 10 cm long. This is enough for the fish to swallow the prey. For perch, it is recommended to take shorter models - up to 6 cm. They can also be used for preliminary fishing in a specific area. For catching trophy specimens, jig lures of large sizes are needed.
• Color. The choice of a particular shade does not matter. It is important that there is contrast between the two colors. If you plan to fish in poor lighting, you need to choose baits with bright and light shades.
• The standard fishing kit should include lures with different weights.

You also need to master the correct installation of jig baits. For ponds with a small amount of grass and a clean bottom, you can do an open installation of hooks. If the probability of a hook is high, it is recommended to take offset hooks. They are suitable for standard artificial bait models.

The video describes the basics of jig fishing:

Fishing Basics

Best of all, jigging from the shore has proven itself. The fisherman has room to maneuver, nothing prevents the stepped wiring. The place is chosen depending on the probability of occurrence of predatory fish species. Each of them prefers certain conditions.

Recommendations from experienced fishermen:

• Good fishing for pike perch on a jig is observed in rivers with whirlpools, underwater pits. The bottom should be rocky, sandy. These conditions are optimal for zander. It is necessary to do fishing along the coast to determine the place of bite.
• Pike fishing on a jig is done in the classic way - the head sinks to the bottom of the reservoir, the spinning is located at an acute angle. Then do 3-4 rotations of the coil. The bait sinks to the bottom again. This is done 4-5 times, depending on the casting distance.
• Coastal perch jigging is the best way to catch a good specimen. The above technique is used, the bait of smaller sizes is selected.