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One of the most effective and proven ways to get pike is jigging. Successful fishing is possible until freezing. If the reservoir does not freeze with the onset of cold weather, then we can say that this type of fishing is available all year round. For this type of fishing, there is a huge number of all kinds of silicone baits and varieties of sinkers. With the help of a jig, they catch in any conditions, not being afraid of large and small depths, using a variety of methods for making a rig and carrying out different types of wiring.
How to catch pike on a jig: from the shore or from a boat
Most anglers believe that jigging from a boat is more promising and productive. The presence of a boat makes it possible to choose any place of fishing. With the help of a boat, you can get as close as possible to the place of fishing and stand up so that the wiring is comfortable and efficient.
If you fish from the shore, then you need to constantly move and change casting points. From the shore it is very difficult to get around all sorts of obstacles that will interfere with casting and fighting.
Gear: choice of jig spinning
The choice of spinning rod for jig is very important and affects the effectiveness of fishing. To use from a boat on a reservoir or from the shore on a small river, ideally, you need your own version of the rod. When used on lakes, ponds, small rivers, the best option would be a rod with a length of no more than 2,5 m and with a fast action. If fishing takes place on a large body of water, then blanks with a length of up to 3,3 m can be used. But, as a rule, most jig lovers use rods of short length and fast action, which conveys the sensation of fishing as much as possible and instantly registers a bite.
The test of the rod used is varied and depends on the following conditions of use:
- casting;
- current strength;
- depth at the place of use;
- type of wiring used;
- jig weight.
A jig fishing reel should be as balanced as possible. It is best if the spool is made of metal and can hold up to 150 m of fishing line with a diameter of 0,18. It is very important to set the clutch correctly.
When jigging, only braided line should be used. Another type of fishing line will not give such sensitivity that braid gives. Its thickness, as a rule, is at least 0,18 mm.
Top 10 best jig baits for pike
Fishing stores offer a wide range of silicone lures. From the moment they were introduced, they instantly became popular with jigging enthusiasts. Lures are easy to use, very catchy and have a low price:
1. Crazy Fish «Vibro Fat»
Very good at pike fishing. It has a large tail, which provides a very attractive active game.
2. Relax Hoof
It has a very active game, since the fin located on the tail is as mobile as possible. Has a long shape.
3. Vibro Worm 3,4
Large lure. A plus can be considered the content of amino acids, proteins, smells of garlic and fish. Posting when using the bait, you can do any, as the bait plays from the first seconds of the start of posting.
4. Fox Rage Fork Tail
One of the most realistic baits. Very plastic and has a specific shape. With proper wiring, the tail vibrates very strongly.
5. Mann’s Predator
The bait has a large fin in the tail, which gives it a very active game. Versatile in application.
6. Lucky John Mr.Greedy
Edible flattened bait. A distinctive feature can be called a large fin. The bait is not hooked and is suitable for use in extreme fishing conditions with the presence of vegetation and snags.
7. Mann’s Samba
A distinctive feature is a wide tail that provides active play. The lure itself is small.
8. Mann’s Spirit
It looks like a small fish. The lure has a wave-shaped fin, which gives an interesting game. Very effective in both low and strong currents.
9. Rock Vib Shad
The best bait for use on waters with strong currents. Due to the specific shape, it has a high oscillation frequency.
10. Kosadaka Vibra
One of the most versatile models. Provides a decent result regardless of the conditions of fishing.
Jig head for pike: which is better
The jig head is one of the key components of the equipment in jig fishing. It is a sinker connected to a hook and with an attached silicone bait.
Form, how many grams
When choosing a jig head, special attention should be paid to how much the head weighs and what shape it has. Weight depends on conditions of use. The ideal weight is when the bait, lifted from the bottom, is back on the bottom after 3-4 seconds when using staging. The more the current increases and the deeper the fishing area, the harder it is to use the jig head. Another parameter that affects the choice of jig mass is the size of the bait.
The ratio of the size of the bait and the weight of the load:
- if a bait up to 8 cm long is used, then a sinker weight of up to 10 grams is best suited;
- with a bait size of 8-10 cm, a jig head will fit up to 21 grams;
- for baits up to 13 cm in size, it is best to use a weight of up to 24 grams.
Photo: Types of jig heads
There are several types of jig heads:
- Spherical. The most popular type. It is used on any body of water and regardless of fishing conditions. The disadvantage of this species is that at the bottom it falls on its side and the fish cannot be well detected.
- Fish head. This type is the most long-range. Less than other species, it clings to snags and grass due to its shape tapering towards the front edge.
- In the form of an iron. This bait has a platform where the head goes to the bottom and the hook turns out to be raised, which increases the chances of a bite.
- Rugby. Using this type of hook position is always sting up. Being at the bottom does not collapse, unlike the ball. Minus – not suitable for use on a rocky bottom, because due to its shape, the sinker clings and gets stuck on the bottom.
Equipment for pike fishing
There are several options for equipment, which depend on the load.
Rig Options
Rigid attachment jig head. The method is the simplest. The jig head is connected to the bait so that the sting comes out on top of the bait, and the weight is located in front of the bait.
Flexible mount. The peculiarity is that the load is connected to the bait and the hook with the help of a winding ring. Offset hooks can be used with this rig.
There are also different types of rigs:
- drop shot;
- diversion leash;
- Texas;
- Carolina;
- Tyrolean wand.
What is a jig rig
One of the most common rigs is the jig rig. This rig was invented in the USA to catch bass. Now it is very successfully used for pike fishing. In the classic jig rig, a hook with a bait is attached to an elongated large sinker with the help of two small winding rings. With the help of this equipment, you can fish in the most hooky places without fear. The presence of a swivel contributes to a good animation of the lure. The jig rig flies great for long distances. The equipment is well suited for catching pike of any size.
Jig wires for pike
The effectiveness of the entire fishing depends on the selected wiring. It is considered to be the most catchy 4 types of wiring:
- American. After the bait falls to the bottom, you need not to pull the bait strongly with a spinning rod. After that, the slack of the fishing line is exhausted, and all actions are repeated again. An important feature is that sipping is carried out precisely by spinning.
- Stepped. After the bait sinks to the bottom, you need to make 3 – 4 turns of the coil and pause. Wind up the excess fishing line and repeat everything again. This species is considered the main one for almost all anglers. The method is successful when used on any body of water, at any depth and in any current.
- Aggressive. After waiting for the bait to fall to the bottom, you need to sharply raise the rod up. After a short pause, the rod is lowered and the resulting excess line is pulled out. Reminds me of tweeting.
- Uniform. After casting, you need to give time for the bait to reach the bottom. After that, you need to evenly twist the coil. Depending on the speed of rotation, the bait will either rise from the bottom or fall. With this type you can catch all the depths at the fishing spot.
Features of seasonal pike fishing with a jig
You can successfully catch pike on a jig all the time until the pond freezes. But depending on the time of year, there are a number of features.
In the spring
At this time of the year, jig brings the best results away from the coast. This is where all the pike is concentrated. Since the water in the pond is still cold and the fish are passive, the best option would be to use light weights and small baits. The closer the summer, the faster the wiring speed should become. At the end of spring, the pike spends most of its time at shallow depths. Fishing here with a jig is also possible, but less effective.
Lettom
As a rule, pike are rarely active in summer. Under the shore, at this time of the year, you can find only a small pike. For real trophies you need to go to the depths.
In the autumn
Pike concentrate at great depths and put on fat to survive the winter. The fish bites on all types of silicone lures, but it is recommended to use the largest ones, since it is in autumn that the real trophy is most likely to be caught. It is best to use aggressive fast wiring. Jig fishing in the fall brings good results until the moment the entire reservoir freezes.
Video: catching pike on a jig spinning
Jig fishing is extremely interesting and diverse. The angler has the opportunity to experiment in the choice of wiring and equipment, which makes it one of the most beloved types of fishing by anglers.