Do you tie your jig direct to the line, or use some type of fast snap?
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Do you tie your jig direct to the line, or use some type of fast snap?
i use a loop knot......don't care for snaps or swivels when im jiggingQuote:
Originally Posted by KnightShadow10
I tried the loop knot, but seemed to break in the loop often..what # test are you using?
4 or 6 stren magnathin. i retie every dozen or so if there big or in heavy cover.Quote:
Originally Posted by KnightShadow10
I used to tie directly to the line, but lately I have started using the loop knot. I use 20lb braid on all my jigging poles alot more sensitive than mono to me!
i use braid sometime on deeper fish its definitely more sensitive. if they are shallow i just seem to do better with mono. i know its a whole nother discussion but when fish are shallow or in super clear water i do think they get a bit line shy.Quote:
Originally Posted by Erin Brewer
I fish grenada lake mostly so clear water is rarely a issue hahaQuote:
Originally Posted by murdok
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Originally Posted by Erin Brewer
I only use Stren mono while single poling and always try to buy 6lb test. I tie directly to the jig to ensure it hangs vertically and check my knot very frequently...
so i hear. i have always want to go fish one of the big 4 just never seems to work out. gonna try to come that way at some point this year though.Quote:
Originally Posted by Erin Brewer
I use 8# Stren Hi vis, and tie to line. I sometimes use 20/8# braid but use a leader. Both work great.
Loop knot,wet it good before you cinch it down[emoji3]Quote:
Originally Posted by KnightShadow10
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I use braid when they're in grass because it's tough and nothing really matters about presentation... they just hit it.
All other times.. I use fleurocarbon and tie a two turn clinch knot. Reason, is its sensitive, less stretch than mono, most invisible, sinks, the list goes on, and the knot clinches tight will allow you to set your jig horizontal or how ever you want it
I don't want any metal connectors on my jig, or on any other lure for that matter. It doesn't take long to tie a knot, and that won't affect the action. Snap swivels may have a place, but is it not on the lure!
Been tying directly to the jig since day 1 35 years ago. Now, I do use 8lb Hi viz mono, plus I use sickle hook jigs. I truly believe this combination has increased my overall hook ups and success rate.
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BC , that's the exact way I have been doing.. Can't see as well to tie the knot as I used to...thought about changing
Don tie one on a piece of line regular,then tie one on with a loop knot and put them in a large pickle jar and jig them around and tell me which one looks more natural.Dont know which one the fish like better,but I like the loop knot[emoji3]Quote:
Originally Posted by KnightShadow10
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fish can be caught single poling? haha
I'll try it.
After all... Isn't the goal of fishing to have fun and catch some fish? Sure it is. Pushing/pulling an array of cranks or jigs is simply work. You have to spend the majority of your time keeping the lines from tangling, watching the trolling motor speed, worrying about your chains or windsock all while trying to make sure that you stay on the course you plan on traversing...Quote:
Originally Posted by KnightShadow10
Put the FUN back into fishing and feel the bump! We don't have to try to empty the lake everytime we go fishing to have fun do we? I don't I've tried both single poling and the much discussed and practiced push/pull troll methods and I for one really do prefer the single pole experience..
Watched a video on YouTube a couple years ago with Whitey Outlaw on Santee Cooper Sportsman show. He was showing how he liked to tie a tight knot so he can adjust his jig horizontally as opposed to it just dangling vertically. I tried this method last spring with decent success. Before that I always just tied an improved clinch knot and let it hang vertically. I will experiment with a loop knot this year when vertical jigging as well.
then why didn't you just say that instead of belittling the trolling method, to each their own!Quote:
Originally Posted by riverdeltaguide
I have always tied a tight knot to attempt to keep the jig horizontal, but recently started using a loop. Will know soon enough if the change is working!
I love to feel the thump, but also like different methods as not to get bored with one thing. A good single poler will put the hurt on some fish consistently, more so than most trollers. And pulling cranks is about as much fun as you can have with your clothes on. A limit is a limit no matter the method as long as it's legal and ethical.
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single poling is the way to go IF you are all about the Thump, which I am. Trolling is a great way to find and catch fish if they are scattered and you don't have a pattern. to each their own. was at Crappie U with the very uptight terrific Kevin Rogers and he says straight up, Tight lining is what he does and loves, he HATES spider rigging or pushing cranks as that is just work but he has won tournaments doing it and I totally agree if you are doing it for fun. but doesn't make one a bad person if they do otherwise.
I LIVE for the Thump!
NO BELITTING ANYONE FOR TROLLING INTENDED... By all means everyone should be allowed to fish as they like. This has always been a 'juicy' topic amongst us crappie fishermen :) Just enjoying the banter.. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Rees Guide
[QUOTE=Snubbys;3357860]I love to feel the thump, but also like different methods as not to get bored with one thing. A good single poler will put the hurt on some fish consistently, more so than most trollers. And pulling cranks is about as much fun as you can have with your clothes on. A limit is a limit no matter the method as long as it's legal and ethical.
Absolutely... :)
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Hey Guys...stay on topic..I don't care how you fish...too much banter on here..we need to get back to sharing information...Each person has the right to fish the way he likes...Do not criticize someone else for doing another legal method
I have tied directly to the hook eye since I started fishing. I don't like any extra fluff when I am finesse fishing. I don't even like hi-Vis line tied to the jig. Any time that I feel that the fish has a chance to study the bait, I want as natural a presentation as possible. That being said every one of my poles is rigged with a snap swivel. I always run a Flouro leader to the jig. Just pre-tied with a small loop at the top to attach to the snap. I will run a snap directly to a crank though, I feel that is more of a reaction bite. Maybe I overthink it, maybe not, but this is what I have confidence in and to me, THAT is what is key!
I just started experimenting with a loop knot and have mixed emotions. The jighead lays flat when naked but angles about 45° when a jig body is added. Maybe the buoyancy of the jig body underwater causes to bait to sit in a horizontal matter? Granted, whenever you start to stroll along the bait will sit horizontally, but sitting still.... I'm still on the fence.
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I started out years ago and tied directly to the jig. For the past twenty years I have used the small snap from Slaters and I cannot tell the difference. I catch as many fish this way or more.
Yes they can!!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by tigerinfielder3
No swivel for me.
I use snaps at times when the fish are picky I will tie to keep my bait level.
Loop knot is the ticket.. Keeps jig horizontal and makes it much easier to get free when you drop it in the thick stuff...
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Going to have to try the loop knot this year
loop knot . 8lb. unless fishing ultra clear then it's 6 or even 4 lb. test . Stren original clear blue fluorescent .
Going to have to stay with Vicious Hi-Vis ...can't see clear to tie anymore
GeezerQuote:
Originally Posted by KnightShadow10
Yep, blind Geezer for sure..I broke a crank off last summer..time I got one tied back on had gone over 400 yards!!!!
I painted a yard sign black and put it on my work bench when tying double minnow rigs and such. I really helps to see the hi-vis line when I am tying in the shop. I also drive a short piece of wire into the work bench to hold 3 way swivels while tying. The arthritis in my hands is as much a hindrance as my eye sight.
If you try the snaps definitely get the stainless ones . :ThumbsUp