Benmin Smith Swim jigs have long been associated with heavy cover by most bass fishermen. They envision themselves flipping the swim jig into some weed or dragging it across a brush pile. While that’s certainly a good way to use this lure, it limits it to one role. In reality, swim jigs are very versatile lures that … Read more
There’s nothing more frustrating then catching five fish in twenty minutes while your buddy can’t buy a bite for three hours. He’s not unskilled. Or lazy. But he’s not matching his method with condition. There’s a common perception that jig fishing is technical and twitchy. It is more aggressive than the patient artistry of bottom … Read more
Bluegill are far from baitfish. Under pressure, they’re picky eaters and acrobatic fish. Most angler cast down a light line with a minnow in hopes of getting a nibble which is often just an afterthought. To catch ’em regularly, it’s all about the jig head, matching the size of its mouth and mood. You want … Read more
Bluegill fishing have a certain turning point during early summer. This is when those shallow spawners moves to deep water vegetation, making them harder to reach and more picky with their diet. They’ll test your patience to find ’em and test your presentation skill to stay hooked up. One small decision in your tackle box … Read more
If you’ve ever hooked a bluegill and watched as it slipped off the hook at the very end, then you know the pain of having an empty hand. Sunfish do not hang around long in the weeds; and when they come unbuttoned, it’s because they leverage there surroundings. Traditional J-hooks appeared to get job done, … Read more