Jig Swap #2

Fowlmood and I have spoke a couple of times and I would would be happy to Host this go round.

It looks like we have 12 people that have already express an interest.We would like to have as many that want to participate involved.With all the different types of tiers and regions interested I was thinking rather that limit the type of medium that would be used what would everyone think about showcasing your "go to" or favorite spring time jig? If anyone has input for the format I'd like to hear your thoughts.

List of current participants.
1.smoothlures
2.EZrider
3.slabologist
4.jug head
5.minnerman
6.OK St jiggy
7.FroggerZ
8.Slab_Slayer1
9.FreednNC
10.fowlmood77
11.Radtexan
12.fishhunter

There's an original participant I haven't heard from yet but would love to have anyone else that would like to be involved.

I will sticky this one until you guys are finished with it.

Skip

Thanks Skip !

not going to make this one, I am slammed right now but yall have fun

Spring time favorites sounds fine to me.

Me too.

I guess I'm going to have sit this one out because I haven't been tying long enough to have a favorite Spring time self-tied jig.

How many jigs are generally tied for such an occasion. 1x # of participants, 2x # of participants. This is my first swap. My jigs are fairly basic, no extravagent paint jobs and generally a solid marabou, starting to try calf tail as well. Simple but work well for me shooting piers.

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Originally Posted by TreednNC

How many jigs are generally tied for such an occasion. 1x # of participants, 2x # of participants. This is my first swap. My jigs are fairly basic, no extravagent paint jobs and generally a solid marabou, starting to try calf tail as well. Simple but work well for me shooting piers.

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This should answer most of your questions.
http://www.crappie.com/gr8vb3/showthread.php?t=54948
But to answer your question straight on, it would be 1X the # of swappers

Radtexan. I never done anything like this before and I'm only a beginner. If all I have to do is tie 12 or so "go to" jigs I'd like to be it the fray. Count me in if I qualify.
From the bayou,
PawPaw "gene"

I would like to give it a shot I'm new to tying but I think my basic goto jig is'nt all that bad.

I would like to set a cut off for sign-ups thru Sunday.I'll contact everyone with final details on Monday with total participants,deadlines ,and where to send your jigs to.If everyone agrees the format will be your favorite spring jig.

Don't worry about the medium used in your jigs, I hope we are all interested in seeing the different styles and color combo's that work across the country.

Updated list:
List of current participants.
1.smoothlures
2.EZrider
3.slabologist
4.jug head
5.minnerman
6.OK St jiggy
7.FroggerZ
8.Slab_Slayer1
9.FreednNC
10.fowlmood77
11.Radtexan
12.fishhunter
13. jignjim
14.pawpaw "gene"
15.Jiggin Joe
16.SpeckWick

Feel free to PM my with any questions or if any more want to be involved.

:confused: If you have a question, don't be afraid to ask your swapmeister. There are NO stupid questions



Do you tie (1 jig)- all the same size, style and colors jig for all the participants?

Good question CC,i thought that was covered in the intro but I didn't see it either.
Yes. We tie 1 jig all alike, to distribute to all participants.

Just for your info:

What the heck is a jig swap?
A jig swap, basically, is when a number of tyers exchange jigs and tying techniques with one another. One of the tyers acts as the swap host or “swapmeister” and coordinates the gathering and the distribution of all the jigs for the rest of the swappers. Swaps are open to everyone and your level of tying skill is not a prerequisite. All jigs must be hand-tied by you. This isn’t an Atlantic Salmon fly tying competition so don’t be worried about having the best, most intricate jig. This is about fishing and having fun.

Now that I know, how do I join one?
A topic will be started with details of the jig to be tied (ex. Color, material used, etc.). Also the date when the jigs are to be mailed by and the cutoff number for participants will be posted. If you are interested, you should respond with a reply of “I’m in”. The “swapmeister” will then PM the participants with his/her address for the jigs to be sent for distribution.

What's the best way to package my jigs?
On each of your jigs you should attach a small “toe tag” on which is your member name and the name of your pattern, so that all the jigs can be identified by their recipients . The tag should be a tiny piece of paper to which you can impale the hook point. Do not attach tags with strings or wire as untangling a mess of flies can be a nightmare for your swapmeister.
Then place your jigs in an appropriately sized container (this container will be returned to you filled with all the treasures from the other swappers). Altoids tins are perfect as are small to medium plastic flyboxes. Travel soap holders also work well or small compartmented Planos. Things to avoid are film canisters, cardboard boxes or any hard breakable plastic boxes. Some swappers may wish to package their jigs in individual ziplocks or paper envelopes. That's great, but you have to remember to still include a box for the return of jigs that are not packaged in the same manner.
Now place your filled box in a self-addressed (possibly padded) postage paid return envelope, but DO NOT seal it. It would also be good to include the tying instructions for your pattern. Now place your return package in a larger manila or tyvek envelope, address it to your swapmeister and ship it on out before the deadline date. It would also be a nice gesture to include an extra jig or two for your hard working swapmeister...he will appreciate it!

A few other swap tips.
If you get overwhelmed and feel you cannot complete the swap, don't feel bad, we all know unexpected commitments arise that prevent us from completing certain tasks. But, please let your swapmeister know as early as you possibly can. It is very possible that he can find a replacement tyer for you and you won't be delaying the completion of the swap.
Mail out your jigs well before the deadline date. You don't want to be the last tyer to finish and make everyone else wait while you frantically try to finish up!

An efficient swapmeister will keep everyone apprised as to the status of his swap. Expect to receive frequent updates and please let him know how you are coming along if he asks.

If you have a question, don't be afraid to ask your swapmeister. There are NO stupid questions!

Last, but of the most importance is to HAVE FUN!


So now that everyone knows how this can work, who would be interested?

Sounds good to me. Going to be out of town Monday 2/4 Thursday 2/7. As long as the deadline isnt before then, count me in.

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Originally Posted by radtexan

Good question CC,i thought that was covered in the intro but I didn't see it either.
Yes. We tie 1 jig all alike, to distribute to all participants.

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I may try to get in on swap #3.

CC

Count me in for this one if it's not too late.

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Originally Posted by SpeckWick

Count me in for this one if it's not too late.

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Your In !!!!

Everyone should have received a PM this morning with additional details.
Please let me know if you did not get it.
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Thanks Roger

I did'nt get a p.m

I'll forward you a copy of mine!

Thanks Frogger

ty got it :)

I found out today they moved my closing for my house up a week so I will have to back out of the swap:( I will be very busy packing and helping the wife. sorry maybe next one

Joe

Just an update for everyone.It looks like we are down to 13 involved in this swap, so you can adjust your jigs accordingly.
Thanks Roger

Tanks for the update. Mine are done and should be sending them off

Ok, my hand's healed up from the 2nd and 3rd degree burns and I can tie again. I'm still debating what pattern I'm gonna tie, lol. So just 13 jigs?
And how is everyone sending something to send them back in? If I sent a bubble envelope would you be able to open it and send them back in the same one?

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Originally Posted by smoothlures

Ok, my hand's healed up from the 2nd and 3rd degree burns and I can tie again. I'm still debating what pattern I'm gonna tie, lol. So just 13 jigs?
And how is everyone sending something to send them back in? If I sent a bubble envelope would you be able to open it and send them back in the same one?

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Bubble envelope works well,but try to use either a tin or some small ziplock bags inside.Glad your hand's getting better.

Got the first set of jigs in today.I will say the bar has been set.
Nice looking jigs Jignjim !!!!! Thanks for the package sent as well.

Going to be in Lubbock Wednesday on my way to Clovis, NM, may see if I can get them tied in time and stick them in a drop box in town there.

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Originally Posted by TreednNC

Going to be in Lubbock Wednesday on my way to Clovis, NM, may see if I can get them tied in time and stick them in a drop box in town there.

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Your welcome to drop it off @ my office if you want to.

Are you going to Clovis on purpose :cool:

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Originally Posted by radtexan

Your welcome to drop it off @ my office if you want to.

Are you going to Clovis on purpose :cool:

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lol dont plan on spending much time in Lubbock. As for going to Clovis on purpose. Afraid so lol.

Mine will be in the mail tomorrow. (Tuesday)

Alright, so all I need to send is 13 jigs in a tin or zipbag in a bubble envelope. Right? Oughtta get them out in the next few days.

Radtexan Mine are postal.

Roger, mine are on the way.
From the bayou,
PawPaw "gene"

Mine have been sent.

Just finished mine. Should be in the mail MOnday since I am at work today.

mine will be in the mail tomorrow.