Thread: Vertical jig setup

I use something similar for deep water-just on a little lighter scale.

Use to use small but there is no advantage.

And if I get hung can straighten hooks

Originally Posted by Machine

Use to use small but there is no advantage.

And if I get hung can straighten hooks

I prefer spinning tackle and lighter line. I use a 6lb mono main line and a 4lb mono leader tied to a barrel swivel. I usually fish tandem 1/32oz jigs with #6 hooks. Most of the time I can straighten these with a steady pull, even with the 4lb leader. If I do break off, I keep plenty of pre-tied rigs on hand. All I have to do is re-tie to the barrel swivel with an improved clinch.

Another thing I do is to mark my depth with a string bobber stop. It's faster and easier than stripping out line, and easier to see than marking with a magic marker.

Cant imagine using anything the heavy tackle, would think you would be draggin up half the pile everytime you get hung, then youd be off to another brushpile, i prefer single jig 1/4 when in thick cover and maybe 2 1/8 ounce when not in the thick stuff) on 10lb braid in stained water. if its not I use low vis green in 6 or 8 lb. usually with loopnots for each jig, curious mountain fork if the bobber stop would also help when counting down on cast and drag? Good luck fellas!!!

Originally Posted by dstreet

Cant imagine using anything the heavy tackle, would think you would be draggin up half the pile everytime you get hung, then youd be off to another brushpile, i prefer single jig 1/4 when in thick cover and maybe 2 1/8 ounce when not in the thick stuff) on 10lb braid in stained water. if its not I use low vis green in 6 or 8 lb. usually with loopnots for each jig, curious mountain fork if the bobber stop would also help when counting down on cast and drag? Good luck fellas!!!

Take temper out of the hook at the bend.
Will straighten out every time