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Well took a change of pace today fishing at my local lake (Contra Loma), and tried for some bluegill. What can I say, I am addicted! I was using redworms with about a 12 inch gap between the hook and bobber. Fun little buggers to catch. Anyways, what artificial lures does bluegill like? Fish on!
I have used the same jigs and tubes on gills that I have used on crappies. They like wax worms/bee moths alot.
Bill
Ok, I am going back out today for more action. I am addicted lol.
You might also try a tiny "beetle spin" found at your local Wal-mart.
Ok. Well the spot I got is producing , but no big ones. Also, I find it hard to hook the buggers cause of their small mouths. Any tips? I am using pretty small hooks. Not sure on the size, but they are eagle claw red for salmon eggs.
Almost any type of fly or small jig works well for bluegills. I saw Bill Dance's show this weekend. He was using the beetle spin, but he replaced the original body with a tube.
For bait fishing, I use a #14 hook. For jig/fly fishing, I'll use anything from a #8-#16.
Try one of Crappieday's smallest microspoons tipped with one maggot. Black has been working for us. We're hammering the gills with them.
I find that meat is not required on small hair or feathur jigs.
There are several jig tyers that will attest to that.
Here one of many caught this spring on a 64th oz. hair jig.
http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h2...rappies058.jpg
Nice fish, I've never tried hair jigs for bluegills. Just always stuck with tiny plastics. I might try that.
I have a very understanding family, but when they hit those white popping bugs, yeah it's habbit forming.:D
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Awesome! Thanks for the tips. I have got a spot now. They hit right when my bait hits the water. Pretty fun I must say.
Alright, my next question is how do I work the jigs?
Count it down to the desired depth. Then bring it back with a slow, steady retrieve.
I'm using a weighted bobber to cast out .I'll put the jig 12" below the bobber.I'll give the reel a couple of slow cranks then pause . This action gets the jig to raise then fall slowly which seems to trigger the bite.