Jigs

The Sea Jigs category is a hub for choosing a saltwater jig by technique, depth and fishing spot. It brings together lures for shore jigging, slow jigging and vertical fishing, including metal jigs, casting jigs, madai, inchiku and heavier boat jigs.

Casting jigs are made to cast far and cover water quickly from shore or boat. They are useful around feeding frenzies, beaches, breakwaters, current lines and areas where sea bass, bonito, mackerel, pollack or other pelagic fish are chasing baitfish.

Slow jigs are worked more slowly, with a fluttering fall and side movement as they sink. They are useful when fish are deeper, less active or holding close to structure. Weight, profile and balance affect fall speed and how long the lure stays in the strike zone.

Vertical jigs are chosen mainly by depth, current and rod power. From a boat, they help keep contact close to the bottom, on drop-offs, rock marks and deeper areas, targeting sea bass, pollack, snapper, dentex, amberjack and other saltwater predators.

Start with the fishing situation: cast and cover water with a casting jig, slow the presentation with a slow jig, or fish under the boat with a vertical jig. Then adjust weight, shape, colour, assist hooks and action: fast jerks, long lifts, pauses or a controlled fall.