Thread: Question about fishing 1/100 jigs?

I use 1/80 on crappie rigs. Also use floating jigs the same way.

yOU CAN CAST THEM WITH A 5WT WITH OR WITH OUT A STRIKE INDICATOR WORKS GREAT FOR GILLS AND CRAPPIE USE THEM ALL THE TIME.

I just ordered a 5wt and plan on fishing the fly rod a lot. I use a float tube and fish for whatever is hungry be it Gills Trout or small Bass. In the past I've used the 1/32 jigs with spinning gear but want to give the fly rod a try. Thats why I'm looking about info on the smaller jigs.

Originally Posted by mytyt

In the past I've used the 1/32 jigs with spinning gear but want to give the fly rod a try.

I suggest using a straight piece of mono or fluoro for your leader. IMO, there's no need for an expensive tapered leader when fishing a light jig on the fly rod. The weight of the jig will "kick over" the leader just fine. A straight leader will also sink better.

BTW, I love float tubing! Illinoisgiller is also a big fan.

Would 2lb be ok for the leader and how long? Floating line ok?

Originally Posted by mytyt

Would 2lb be ok for the leader and how long? Floating line ok?

2lb should be OK. I use 4# Vanish since I occasionally hook small bass and catfish. (Vanish is thinner than most 4# lines.)

Floating line is fine, and I usually go with an 8 or 9' leader.

I will often use 1/64 and 1/80 pinmins and jigs I Hand create under a slip float. They are a great slow fall presentation. Tip with a wax worm and they are truely irresistable to panfish.