Opener "09"

[murness]

Murph, have you been out much over the past week?

Another question I have for you, I know it is always best to use the lightest jig possible, what do you use most often, 3/8, do you ever get away with 1/4, and how often do you fish 1/2?

Thanks!

[bfrink]

Something I have used to allow the use of 1/8 oz jig when much heavier would be normal is to “pitch” the jig into the drift.

This requires careful attention to line pick up and “working” the jig. If the wind is too strong and the drift sock can’t control the drift, then it’s time to re-tie.

Murph can most likely suggest other options.

[Murph!]

I always try to use the lightest jig I can to just maintain bottom content. With the strong winds we had on some days this week I had to switch jigs often to find the best presentation. I rarely use a 1/2 oz. but if you must you have to change. The main reason for using a light jig is that some weedy bottom content will hang up the jig. I also use a stand up jig if there are some weeds in the area I am fishing.

We have had good success with the new Vegas Northland jig this week.