90% of Anglers Fish A Jig Wrong! Try These Retrieves!
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Жыл бұрынThe majority of anglers fish a jig wrong. Use these retrieves to increase your success on the water and catch more big bass!
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@nawinchester Жыл бұрын
The jig is my nemesis.... I simply can't get bite on this lure..... As much as I try, I just don't have any confidence in catching fish off this bait.. And, I fail to see how jig fisherman can say drop shotting is slow/dull.... Holy moly, I would say the exact same is true for jig fishing. Good video. I keep throwing it and keep watching videos like this to see if I can find a way to get bite on a jig.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@richardblake4777 10 ай бұрын
Matt, such a basic lesson that we need reminders to vary our retrieves. I'm guilty of pulling it in on the bottom mindlessly. Thank you.
@MattStefanFishing 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for wwatching
@uneathharrison Жыл бұрын
Short pops and popping off rocks are the best ways I’ve gotten jig bites. The poppin off rocks is what I do with a underspin too to generate a lot of bites. Always great info you provide. Thank you.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing your experiences!
@mikeeller557 Жыл бұрын
Jigs I think are the hardest bait to fish correct. But not so much now Thanks Matt
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
they can be excellent fish catchers!
@Glock-1 Жыл бұрын
I never used a jig that much but since watching your jig videos I have caught all my biggest fish to date with a jig! I really decided to put in some time with a jig this year and it’s payed off, I have caught more big fish this year than any other year.Now I’m hooked!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@bassinbillRC5300 5 ай бұрын
Before using a jig, I watched the guy who owned the boat that I was fishing with a black/blu jig with an uncle Josh pork rind during pre spawn. He caught 3 fish between 5 and 10 pounds within a half hour. Along with a spinner bait, it's truly a big bass jig.
@jeffdubinok7312 Жыл бұрын
Matt, You’re on the water demos are money!!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
awesome!
@seizedcarcass8440 4 ай бұрын
I think the jig excels with a short hop and quick hops. One other way that works is to drag it quickly on the bottom to create a muddy trail. Then just deadstick it for a few seconds and then do it again. You can throw in pops too
@MattStefanFishing 4 ай бұрын
Good tip! thanks for sharing!
@rocketsurgeon1746 Жыл бұрын
Someday, when you are done fishing for money, I hope you'll show all your secret techniques.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
haha! More to come!
@pequenioedgarito3067 Жыл бұрын
The best magicians never really all of their tricks 😂😩
@ben1449 Жыл бұрын
@@pequenioedgarito3067 they will reveal them for the right price
@rogermurphy1548 Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure that I could take in any more than what he puts out right now. In just the few months that I have been following him I am pretty sure that I have learned more than I learned my entire life. 😀
@rocketsurgeon1746 Жыл бұрын
@@rogermurphy1548 i hear ya. I'm bing watching matt. So much to take in
@rcallies82 Жыл бұрын
Great tip … been trying to throw jigs more but haven’t caught a lot so trying to feel what other bites are like that don’t hammer it … one day
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad to help
@jeffgapen4522 Жыл бұрын
I have watched two of your retrieval videos and the are super. I got to say they are in the top 5 videos I have ever watched. Thank you
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Oh wow! thank you for the kind words!
@robertbrost7777 2 ай бұрын
Matt, I love getting my jig hung up in the grass and snapping it out with a stroke. When imitating a crawfish, I will snap it twice so it imitates a fleeing craw. The stroking technique has saved me on non aggressive days with reaction bites!
@MattStefanFishing 2 ай бұрын
Good stuff!
@lstaples007 Жыл бұрын
Love jig fishing, those compact jigs from dirty jigs are awesome as well!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
You got that right!
@BigBass-xf5yi 3 ай бұрын
Fortunately, I’ll never be afraid of the jig. lol. IMHO, the most fun way to fish. Although I’ve altered size and profile over the years due to tougher bites from over fishing,but the jig is will will probably always be my go to. .The only time I shy away from a jig is in heavy weed. By me it’s milfoil, contain, pondweed, hydride,etc. Then I will use a T-Rig that closely matches a jig. Like a skirted double tail grim or a beaver or craw type bait. Just to keep from picking up the weed.
@MattStefanFishing 3 ай бұрын
Jigs are great
@jbowron1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt can’t tell u how much u have helped my fishing!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@lucascarter2277 Жыл бұрын
Keep the retrieve videos coming, Matt! Loving the content! I feel like these and the "seasonal movements of bass" videos help me so much! Thank you!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Will do!
@terrytresemer2864 Жыл бұрын
Nothing better than an arsenal of different styles, weights, and colors of the legendary jig. As a tool, you need more than one socket with the ratchet.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
you got that right!
@jersey4755 Жыл бұрын
Love these type of videos! Please keep making more.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
will do!
@ddewjr Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your advice.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
you bet!
@vernervanschalkwyk2280 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Thsnks Matt.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@rvfishingyet Жыл бұрын
Love the retrieve videos. Kudos Matt. That snap retrieve is one I will incorporate into my retrieves more.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
give it a try!
@Eyesofthasouth Жыл бұрын
Good stuff man! Thanks I needed this talk
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help
@comfortablynumb9342 Жыл бұрын
These retrieve videos are really helpful, especially with you showing us and explaining.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks!
@robertgill8833 22 күн бұрын
Huge amount of bites come from a triple pop fall or pop fall. Important to let it free fall, lots of people keep it to high in column it’s a jig. Very informative for any level.
@MattStefanFishing 22 күн бұрын
Agree
@kmerm_ Жыл бұрын
Amazing quality videos you put out. Great views on and around the water. Great tips and i love hearing your insight.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks!
@LUE68 Жыл бұрын
I'm loving this! My adhd makes slow dragging tough. Headed out tomorrow, thanks for the tips! Matt's lake breakdowns are incredible folks. How'd you like to have a local guide circle 40 spots on a map for you at the boat ramp?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
haha! thanks Mark!
@america1st827 Жыл бұрын
Most helpful jig fishing video I have seen. Thanks
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks!
@dhjhawk Жыл бұрын
Excellent demonstration and description. You are the man! Thanks
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@michaelt1168 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video, Matt - I wish I was in northern Wisc today!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
You and me both!
@MrTonySweatpants Жыл бұрын
Great topic please do more videos like this on different lures
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Will do
@RexReelin Жыл бұрын
Great video. These are awesome tips for all of us!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@keithtimmons378 Жыл бұрын
Excellent instructional video! I shared it on my Facebook page.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@Plm-grandwave 8 ай бұрын
Very technically experience. Reaction means unexpected movement .. great vedio
@MattStefanFishing 8 ай бұрын
Thanks a ton
@atter219 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Thanks for the info, I'm really excited to breathe some new life in my jigs!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
go for it!
@MrJohnB-qs6dp Жыл бұрын
Great video!!!👊🏻 Thanks for sharing those retrieves!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Thanks! You too!
@adamspaulding8507 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this info awesome video.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
No problem!
@jasonrutherfordbassfishing Жыл бұрын
Great vid! I love jig fishing! Best year round bait out there!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
You got that right!
@jeremybuskov2626 Жыл бұрын
I really like these style of videos. Keep up the great work!!
@floydfan82 Жыл бұрын
I concur. Solid instructional content. Fun to watch and then practice and emulate.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Il keep doing them if you keep watching them!
@papa2u875 Жыл бұрын
Great information.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@chrisboyd1408 Жыл бұрын
Great demonstration!!!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@dalejgreene2051 Жыл бұрын
Great video! I know when you share a video at the same time so does wire to fish show one too!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
they might release theres at 4 PM central as well.
@johngalt3568 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt. Good stuff as always.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thank you!
@johngalt3568 Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing Forgot: Happy 4th to you and yours Matt.
@garydalrymple855 Жыл бұрын
Just returned from a day fishing with a Dirty Jigs finesse swim jig. Pitching into lay down trees on rock banks. I know I’m using it wrong but started in the tree drag out to the bottom a couple pops then a slow retrieve. Landed 13 of 22 bass. Thanks for putting me onto Dirty jigs .
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
sounds like a fun day!
@richardbossman9875 Жыл бұрын
If you are catching fish you can’t be doing it completely wrong.
@basskirkster Жыл бұрын
You mentioned getting stuck more with the 1st technique. I remember a video by Denny Brauer where he said “If you aren’t losing jigs, your not fishing them right.” Good thing jigs don’t cost much. I make my own over the long northern Illinois winters so I have plenty to lose over the season 😂👍 another great video.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@grandwonder5858 Жыл бұрын
"Good thing jigs don’t cost much." I bet you would change your mind about that if you walk into a tackle shop nowadays! Some bass jigs cost $5 a piece or more nowadays! If you lose 10 in a day that's a fortune!
@alecclark2374 Жыл бұрын
@@grandwonder5858 agreed. this year they are even more expensive.
@jimkingsland1645 6 ай бұрын
Very enlightening! Thank you for the detailed info! Demonstrating these retrieves while narrating your tips and instructions makes this a great jig fishing lesson. Definitely going to put these lessons into practice. Thank you Thank you!
@MattStefanFishing 6 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@hookreelfishing Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info, great video ++
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@jimbeavers9723 Жыл бұрын
Appreciate the tips!!!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
No problem!!
@garyhanna2388 Жыл бұрын
Love it thanks sir. Poppin it all the time
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Rock on!
@TheOutdoorCatch Жыл бұрын
Good tips! I need to fish a jig more.👍
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
You should!
@johnrayner5599 Жыл бұрын
These are some great ways to retrieve a jig, I have very good luck snapping a jig, I find myself useing that retrieve a bunch!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
me too!
@dennisederer3594 Жыл бұрын
Excellent. Still pursuing my first catch on a jig.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
you can do it!
@crowe1974 Жыл бұрын
Jig, lipless and the frog are my favorite ways to fish. I saw ur stroking The jig video and it has definitely helped me get more bites
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@bigmikefishingchonicles9950 Жыл бұрын
Great tips I am gonna try the 3rd tip because I fish a lot of spots with grass and mucky bottoms
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@dong8307 Жыл бұрын
Great tips. Thanks and Happy 4th. 🇺🇸
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Same to you!
@SpookyRedz Жыл бұрын
Good one , I like hop but sometimes dragging is better too
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing!
@tressbassin Жыл бұрын
The jig has been one of my confidence baits for a long time and I’ve always had a ton off success with it. I attribute a lot of that from fishing a shaky head religiously before I ever picked up the jig.
@MooseKnuckle8 Жыл бұрын
Not criticizing you at all! Do you ever start with the jig before you go to the Shaky head? Have you tried the Zman newer SMH worms and new heads? 🔥
@tressbassin Жыл бұрын
@@MooseKnuckle8 I have not. I used to throw a 6” roboworm mm3 on an owner ultrahead all the time. Now I go straight to a dirty jigs compact pitching jig. If I don’t get bit I go back to old trusty.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
i love the compact pitchin' jig!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
very cool!
@tressbassin Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing dirty jigs or die. That’s all I’ll buy. Been that way for years.
@navagatingthroughthebeasts2908 Жыл бұрын
Interesting thank you
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
You're welcome
@richardj6593 Жыл бұрын
Great stuff!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@gregorybyers6481 2 ай бұрын
👍 Thanks for sharing!
@MattStefanFishing 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@barryfluckiger8931 Жыл бұрын
I watched your other video on stroking jigs. While watching it I thought that’s exactly how I fish it. I guess I’m doing it right. I usually fish it like that in weeds, kinda like when you pop a lure out of the weeds when it gets stuck. I’ve never really been a dragger only shorter pops in rocks. I’ll have to give those a try. I really like watching your channel because your a northern guy and I’m from Connecticut. Not that bass are different but the techniques seem to be a little different. I feel northern style’s need to have a bit more finesse. When I watch and try the southern stuff I just can’t seem to get a lot of it to work.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
there is definitely a difference in how northern bass and southern bass position
@barryfluckiger8931 Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing sounds like a great topic.
@jwm2588 Жыл бұрын
I mainly do the first and sometimes the third. I'll give the second a try. I always enjoy jig fishing.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
sounds good
@19empire85 Жыл бұрын
I have my ways of fishing just about every bait but I love these videos, I mostly do the first and 2nd retrieve, I need to try stroking a jig more. Id love to see one on spinnerbaits, that is one bait I love to fish, and I do alot, but for me its the one bait I pretty much just chuck and wind, maybe a twitch or 2 through the whole retrieve. It certainly works but I would love to hear other ways. Liveing in a great lakes salmon/steelhead fishery its surprising how few people target bass here, especially largemouth, so I don't really have other people to compare notes with.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Will do! try stroking the jig!
@topwaterwes2339 Жыл бұрын
Caught my second bass ever on a jig. Luv it!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@jerryhickson9789 Жыл бұрын
Would love to see a vibrating jig next. Great stuff!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Great suggestion!
@jimmyjackson2361 Жыл бұрын
Another good one!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks!
@shiggityswa Жыл бұрын
What clues you in on what way to present/retrieve your jig? Is it mostly based on structure, weather, season or do you alternate retrieves until you get bit? Will you ever let it soak for an extended period?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
I alternate between retireve types until i find one that works
@Geoonthegrind Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing someone ask Tha question I was going to ask but I would like to make sure I understand properly. If I was fishing a area would it be best to try all 3 retrieves in a fan type pattern? Thank you in advance.
@jeffreypennekamp7101 Жыл бұрын
I never claimed to be a good jig fisherman thanks for the tips I hope it will help me.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
good luck!
@hookempescadosaustin4111 Жыл бұрын
Thx again Matt! "Snapping" works so well in many situations when your lure gets a little stuck in grass.....chatterbait, buzzbait, spinnerbait and dark sleeper!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Yes it does!
@baiseduezcke2295 9 ай бұрын
Dropshot when the weight sticks ✅
@BWOUTDOORS Жыл бұрын
MATT you hit the right press on the jigs , most of the people, just throw it out lift and fall, its ok but not for pressured fish, you have showed the right way to use it it will help the fisherman a great deal. thanks for showing it to all fisherman. thanks for that info.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@ChrisCrow-ph8st 9 күн бұрын
Good job
@MattStefanFishing 9 күн бұрын
Thanks
@tonyduran4764 Жыл бұрын
Good tips. Just took advantage of the 15% discount at tackle warehouse and bought some dirty jigs scott canteburry shaky heads. Used your affiliate link so that Matt can get paid.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
AWESOME! thank you!
@dwheeler016 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
No problem
@SMF89 8 ай бұрын
Sweet video. I've been using a football jig and casting jig to burn the flats. I have a 8:3:1 reel. I turn the handle super fast for half a rotation or a full rotation. Then I let it sit. So the jig looks like a fast tadpole or guppy. They react with a fast bite, then I pause it when I feel them bite, watch the line move, then set the hook.
@MattStefanFishing 8 ай бұрын
Sounds great!
@billycraighead9814 Жыл бұрын
I like the third retrieve best It's what is old times call the big fish hop
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
its such a good technique!
@johnm2617 Жыл бұрын
Matt did you guys ever do a lake breakdown of cayuga lake in NY ? on fish the moment? Ty
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Yes i did! Here is the link to it fishthemoment.com/summer-northern-lake-breakdowns-matt/cayuga-lake-new-york-summer-matt-stefan
@MAB1907 Жыл бұрын
You have forgotten more than I know 😂 !!! Really enjoy your KZfaq channel !!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Oh thank you!
@MAB1907 Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing I was fishing Conroe the other night and used one of your 3 retrieves that you showed using a crank bait, lord behold a 9.1 😂 made my night !!! Thank you sir !!!
@magic2066 Жыл бұрын
my goodness , u r good. thx
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks for watching!
@ThumperSpinnerbaits Жыл бұрын
I was expecting to see you hook a smallie. Great info.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
haha!
@m1p84 Ай бұрын
I haven’t used a jig in years. I think I need to give them another chance.
@MattStefanFishing Ай бұрын
Go for it
@richardblake4777 Жыл бұрын
I'm guilty of throwing the jig out and dragging 2' and reeling it in. Will try your method next time out and let you know the results. Thanks for the tip Matt.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@eileentiernan Жыл бұрын
Can you use a spinning reel ?
@josephhillman8831 Жыл бұрын
I can't believe alot of anglers say they don't fish a jig at all when I learned how to use one I have one always tied on I caught alot of huge bass on a jig love to throw one !
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
one of my favorite baits as well
@187bootleg Жыл бұрын
Love the end! “I might try to catch that one”
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
haha!
@stevekeen7035 Жыл бұрын
Another great video. I like how you described the different nuances about how to fish a jig. Ive caught several over 8 lbs on jigs but never stroked a jig as most of my big fish have come in March on 1/8th oz hair jigs with a small piece of pork for a trailer. Appreciate you sharing the knowledge.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
those are giants!
@grandwonder5858 Жыл бұрын
Where do you buy pork trailers? I thought they stopped making pork trailers. Or did you use a piece of pork that you made yourself?
@stevekeen7035 Жыл бұрын
@@grandwonder5858 papaw E pork
@grandwonder5858 Жыл бұрын
@@stevekeen7035 Thanks for the info! I'll check it out!
@Peterpiperofthes 4 ай бұрын
Jig fishing might just be the most productive kind of fishing for multiple species as well.. you might target bass but could end up woth litterally anything.. i just started with jigs last year and i catch more fish with jigs than anything else by far.. could just be the fish in my lake however that like them😂
@MattStefanFishing 4 ай бұрын
Agreed
@natekubilis6334 Жыл бұрын
Tell you what Matt from one of your old jig videos how you give the jig a double pop on semi slack line, iv been applying this to my retrieves and man do I get some vicious strikes doing that, it’s not as much as stroking the jig more like a double pop. Keep up the great content
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Awesome! glad its working for you!
@jimbeavers9723 Жыл бұрын
Matt, Could you do a similar video for Texas rig worms?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
yep! Ill put it on my list
@Turppa21 Жыл бұрын
Someone getting into jig fishing more, this helps a lot.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@HBeretta Жыл бұрын
Damn that jig setup you have here is so damn good! Now I've got to go buy it. Just as good is this vid and a lot of people I fish with...even kayak tournaments I'm in...nobody fishes a jig...it's reaction then throw worms if it's slow. Also, 3/8 or 1/2oz preferred?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
I prefer 1/2 oz
@timrhodes9407 Жыл бұрын
Matt could you set me up with a outstanding jig set up .I really dont do much jigs but really getting into it now.I would need your rod,best reel you would recommend if you don't mind.Thank you
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
I build my own rods. the blank is an MHX NMB-874 and the reel is the Abu Garcia MGX 8.0:1
@kirks6859 Жыл бұрын
Noticed that rod is a MB874. What else do you use that rod for? Its my favorite rod.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
I love it for jigs and texas rigged plastics. One of my favorite rods
@captainhunter_oubre1364 Жыл бұрын
I know Dirty Jigs is your jig sponsor but what is your opinion on the new Berkley jigs?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
I honestly havent used them yet, but ive heard good things about them
@InHarmsWay2009 Жыл бұрын
I get many bites on a jig. But I lose so many of them when they go airborne. Just chuck the jigs out of their mouths. Tried all sorts of tricks. Mainly very slow retrieve to reduce the chance of them jumping. But this is far and away my worst bait for landing. But one of the highest for strikes. Would love to see some content on how to keep them on after the strike and hook set.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thats interesting. normally when you stick a jig fish they dont come off
@jwm2588 Жыл бұрын
I've had the same issue and then saw Randy Blaukat have a video on how to trim the weed guard. After trimming the guard, I rarely lost any fish and the jig is still weedless.
@kenneth9874 Жыл бұрын
Try holding your rod tip lower to the water when you're fighting the fish and don't waste time bringing it in
@johncloud2851 Жыл бұрын
By far my favorite lure to catch fish... One question.... vertical or horizontal line tie...? I feel the vertical line tie allows the line not to get frayed so easily...thoughts... Happy 4th of July!!!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
depends if im fishing grass(vertical) or wood(horizontal).
@johncloud2851 Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing my home lake is rocky… rock?
@Chillin24Seven Жыл бұрын
I do the little jumps and and big pops. I’m always worried about getting snagged just slow dragging.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
that happens
@bassingman9911 Жыл бұрын
Curious as to what your jig set up is Matt?
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
MHX NMB-874 7'3" MH Fast action with 15-20 lb flurorcarbon
@davidfaith4296 Жыл бұрын
I love fishing a jig. I have caught alot of big fish on a jig.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@joemomma3572 Жыл бұрын
Could you tell us newbies what type rod /reel/ line that is recommended for these technique
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
i like a 7'3" MH fast action rod with 17lb fluorocarbon
@Turppa21 Жыл бұрын
Whats a good color combo for a guppy head and a keitech? sorry off topic ha
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
sight flash and the naked shad
@timrhodes9407 Жыл бұрын
I'll be using butesy bug jigs and Dirty Jugs And swim jigs.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
nice!
@philipekdahl4881 Жыл бұрын
What pole and reel are you fishing . Thanks !
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
its an abu garcia MGX reel with a custom built MHX rod blank
@bobjohnston5527 Жыл бұрын
I started using rattle jigs this year from the riverbank. What is the best way to use them, pop them up off the bottom or swim and drop it
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
i like a small pop off the bottom
@bobjohnston5527 Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing Thank you. I hope I get one more afternoon to fish before it get to cold here in New Brunswick Canada. On Wednesday and Thursday we are getting snow flurries. Our smallmouth season ends at the end of the month
@bobjohnston5527 Жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing I will try it on my next trip out fishing
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