How Do You Use A Jig For Fishing?
A fishing jig is simply a weighted hook that has a body at the end opposite the hook. Jigs are used to lure fish on the bottom of a lake or pond. Jigs come in different shapes, colors, sizes and the hooks are made usually of lead or tungsten. Designed to be used from any location, jigs are ideal for the fisherman who wants to do all the work. Use a spinning reel with light monofilament line to get the best action on a jig. Jigging for freshwater species such as bass, crappies and walleyes involves an angler making the jig hop along the bottom, swim through the water or bounce off structure. These movements are best accomplished with light tackle. Make a jig bounce along the bottom to attract fish. Let the jig hit the bottom and then simply lift up on your fishing rod tip to make the jig come upward. While reeling in, let the jig float back down to the bottom and then raise it up with the rod tip to make it look as if it is skipping along the bottom of the river or lake. Use a short jer
