I typically try to fish 1/16 oz or 1/32 oz.

I've rarely put anything in the water less than those.

Is smaller always better? Should I start smaller than normal?

I should say this idea comes from, because my Son thinks artificial jigs shouldn't be less than 1/4 oz, and frequently jigs should be abandoned in favor of minnows and crickets ...

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