This Is Why So Many Anglers Struggle Getting Bit On Jigs…

[@pondbossbaits4579]

The main reason people don’t get bit on a jig is because they don’t fish it long enough to get bit. They hear it’s something they can use all year around and it catches bigger fish and can always get bit. They throw it for 10 minutes and don’t get a bite they take it off and go with one of their confidence baits.

[@mastermouaable]

😂😂😂… that’s me.

[@hunterjarnigan7220]

Yep. That was me until I decided I was throwing a jig until I catch fish. Now it’s one of my confidence baits. But I know fish may not always be hitting a jig. One day they kill it the next they won’t touch it

[@tannerking5223]

I saw a video of some dude bashing on you're new jig without ever seeing the jig himself, Seemed like he was chasing clout. Don't listen to the haters I went out and got myself a few in all sizes can't wait to try them out!

[@umi415]

💯 that is exactly what I use to do until I force myself to use it for a full fishing trip. I didn't have confidence in it. Now it's my go to lure.

[@waterdog3978]

Get out of my head hahaha

[@brentcoor3876]

Randy, there’s some old VHS footage making it’s way around the internet where you flooded your boat at Kerr to fit under a bridge. BALLS.

[@skunk17]

i think hes got a video where he talks about it.. pretty sure he won too! heres the video your talking about tho kzbin.info/www/bejne/maq0n5WmirKpoac

[@andrewwolf4963]

Lmao I remember that it was in a magazine once upon a time

[@davidhenderson1738]

I went and watched this. Epic Randy just epic. Never saw this footage

[@zachshumpert8824]

Those shorts were killer in that video

[@jamescaspersamanthalintner4767]

That is a hell of a deed right there I'm not sure I would have had the balls to do that pretty badass move I don't remember if he's done a video on this or not but he needs to if he hasn't that's a story worth telling.

[@garygladd6936]

Hi Randy. You say at the beginning of every video, "thanks for taking time to tune in to the video". I want to say thank you for taking time out of your day to make these videos. I am always looking for tips and tricks to improve my skills. I have learned a lot from your videos. Keep them coming.

[@-MAX813-]

The simple little hook with lead is deceptively advanced. There is an old saying, “the height of sophistication is simplicity”, it definitely applies here. Great vid.

[@jamiehogan4269]

I love listening to your videos and they are very helpful but I have a question with water clearity I live in eastern north Carolina and fish brachish water how does that effect the colors and size of jig you choose to fish my partner and I catch fish but the quality isn't there and most are on shacky head with the Yamamoto 5" green pumpkin with chartreuse tail most of are water around here is the same along with being tidal and definitely not lacking on cover from stumps and blow downs to lilly pads and grass beds and I do know the bass in most of the waters we fish are of a Florida strain that they have been releasing since 2009 any help with how to judge the clearity of this water and would be awesome

[@jimkingsland1645]

Wow thanks Randy! That was the best foundational jig fishing primer I have ever heard. TMI? No way! The beauty of KZbin is replay and more replay as needed. I’m saving this one for future reference. I am happy to report I was nodding in agreement on colors, sizes, and water clarity because you have taught me much about these concepts. I’m starting to catch on without a bunch of notes! Thank you again for sharing all your great knowledge and experience. I definitely will keep jigs rigged and ready at all times!

[@shawndulany4287]

Well said

[@jeffreyreposa2151]

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[@mikeleistner1071]

Love that quote "The Big Fish Hop" 100% true IMO - as always, Great Content Randy, excited for the indepth videos.

[@tonylopez7649]

Hey Randy, please consider creating a generalized jig aid chart which includes which weight, color, size jig to use. I would definitely buy a few. Thank you for your time.

[@NelsonBurtonIV]

Thank you for this video! I love fishing a jig but definitely don’t get bit as much as I would like!

[@johnhall8448]

Really enjoyed this one. I have 0 confidence in throwing a jig and normally give up and throw a ned or a shakey head after 30 minutes. I catch a lot of fish but probably miss out on good fish by doing that. This video and your on the water one where you caught one while just trying to explain how to work it over a laydown have encouraged me to give them more time on the water.

[@scottallen4521]

I’m the same way I always put down the jig and grab my confidence baits lol I’m gonna spend a few days and just take the jig rod so it forces me to stick with it.

[@egomaniac247]

This topic is definitely for me. I see guys talk about how they'd choose a jig over everything and I've caught exactly one bass in my life on a jig....anxious to hear this.

[@stevecarter2226]

Same

[@jackadamz3]

That’s incredible. You must not have thrown it much , or are working it too fast.

[@egomaniac247]

@@jackadamz3 Whatever it is I'm definitely doing something wrong, for dang sure.

[@frederickopcak4974]

Randy Thank you awesome information on jig fishing.. I fish from shore and can't wait to try and improve my jig fishing..... Again Thank you

[@skiplovestofish6992]

I love these jig videos and I’ve caught some nice ones on your old school jigs. I fish in CT with very clear water in 50 to 100 acre ponds. Your tips are right on. Thanks

[@jonsecrist84]

Dude you always have the best advice so much knowledge u have..I can tell u have a Tru passion for fishing and learning about all bass species's...lots of guys do it for likes, I feel like u are genuine and truly want to help hard core anglers catch more fish..thank u for your time u give u..I for one appreciate what u have to say..take care God bless

[@garychytil3783]

A great aid to understanding what you are describing would be to show an example. I’m new to bass fishing.

[@jwluciano]

I do agree that hopping a jig can generate reaction bites and some big bass. It has been my own personal experience that most of my bigger bass that I have caught have come from slowly dragging a jig through some piece of cover or as that jig clears the piece of cover. I also catch big bass slowly dragging a jig over rocks on the bottom. I believe both method can generate big bass bites. The most important thing I can stress is the same thing that Randy said and that is to keep fishing the jig. Don’t put the jig rod down too soon simply because you have not gotten a bite in 10 or 15 of even 20 minutes. I can’t tell you how many times I have caught big bass with a jig using repeated casts to some piece of cover. And when I do finally get that bite, trust me, it is usually a bigger bass

[@learningtofish7036]

Best jig video in a long time. I learned jig fishing on TB. You've enhanced that. I've done it one time, caught 3.5 pound bass on third strike in 15 minutes, broke my darn rod! I'll be back!

[@lyndeen]

Thanks for this. I stink at jig fishing. Absolutely abysmal. Part of it is not understanding some of the ideas you spoke about and then most likely giving up to soon. Looks like this year is a jig year. Need to put the time, effort and education to work. I appreciate the valuable instruction.

[@ap8057]

Thanks Randy! I really need to figure out the jig game. Fishing Tablerock I've just relying on 1/2 oz football jig in PB&J or black and blue with a rage tail trailer. I don't see the success that everybody talks about. I've caught a couple but not what I should be catching. If you put some more jig videos out I'll keep watching them.

[@nerdworld8211]

Change up your retrieval.. like he said.. 6-12” …jump it like a crawfish 🦞 would jump

[@johnnybubbles9852]

Sometimes I'll take a mini twist micro still bit, it's small size like an ink pen... and drill tiny holes in pork trailer.. tiny air bubbles.. soft plastic trailer I will use a syringe..8 or 10 holes, takes only seconds to do, thanks randy, keep videos rolling!

[@mojo6778]

Great content! I agree that main reason people say they dont get bit, or dont have any confidence in the jig and / or their ability to catch fish on a jig is lack of time fishing a jig. They have to spend some time with them and once they have had a few bites on them, they will develope confidence and continue to make the jig part of their bass fishing arsenal. I know this was a a problem I had.

[@umi415]

I used to struggle with jigs back in the day but it was a confidence deal for me. Now it's my favorite way to fish for bass!

[@jasoncramer83]

Awesome video Randy. I’ll definitely put these tips to use. I find myself struggling when using a jig, however downsizing to a finesse jig has produced more bites. Haven’t landed any hogs but definitely have caught more fish.

[@christiandelozier8309]

Randy, I appreciate you sharing the time for finesse jigs when you’re not in heavy cover. I think of finesse jigs only when fish are finicky and pressured or cold water. Sounds like I need to keep a finesse jigs tied up more often and try it first on stump edges, lay down isolated logs, dock pilings, and save the bigger jig for heavier cover. Hoping this helps improve my number if bites.

[@myriammorrison9840]

I also had white or white/chartreuse 😉 especially when fishing behind someone. Fluke/bass assassin trailer in stained river system with emergent grass. Another great video 👆

[@joshuagann8026]

Good deal. I don't throw a jig like most do. Can't build up any confidence in them cause can't get em to eat it. Definitely needed this video

[@buddytrent1351]

Thanks for all your videos Randy much appreciated here in Kentucky

[@shenanigans_tv5810]

A jig hands down is one of the best lures. You can fish it anywhere and anytime of year. Great vid!!!

[@buckmountaintaxidermy7788]

Totally right on the jig!The hopping reaction bite of a jig crawdad combo rules in certain places,at certain times!🤙

[@aaronthompson9210]

Thanks I’ll definitely be watching this again in spring. It’s not often I’ll use a jig but I’ve just got back into fishing last year. Thanks for all the tips.

[@bigmikefishingchonicles9950]

I have been fishing a jig now for a year and a half and I have learned that a jig is some you have to spend a lot of time with you are not gonna get a lot of bites but the ones that you do get you to have to be ready for its almost like fish for a trophy bass you are not gonna get a lot of bits but the ones that you get you to have to be ready when fishing a jig you have to have a different mindset

[@garrettparkerfishing431]

Can’t wait to try your new jig! Got some ordered

[@ricksonora6656]

Deciding how to organize my notes. I’m starting with season, which tells me where to look and what they feed on. Next comes water temperature, which tells me the critter’s activity level. Activity, clarity, tint, geography, and lighting tell me type, color, size, profile, action, and retrieve. Is that about right? What did I leave out?

[@HookLife]

So I have 2 primary water clarity’s here in Indiana. Let me know if this sounds right. Clear water - compact profile, heavy, natural color, trailer with minimal resistance to aid in quick fall so they cannot get a good look at it. Stained water -1 ft or less, big profile, light for its size, dark color, trailer with high resistance so they can see it in the stained water. Sounds like a good baseline to me.

[@ro-cl2do]

Very good info, Thanks. Maybe you could talk about stained water and spring fishing using jigs in the Northern waters.

[@joeyguyton799]

Outstanding information Randy!! More jig videos please. Always tried fishing jigs with little success. Because I didn't know what I should be doing. Thanks again and keep the videos coming.

[@georgedavis6583]

I know this sounds silly to some but what's the real difference with the exception of a skirt from a jig and a Texas rigged creature bait. I've been bass fishing for 40 years about 10 years ago I stopped using jigs and won't go back, too many hang ups and haven't noticed any less fish I actually catch more and more big bass since I stopped..

[@simplyengineering2350]

jigs make lure look like it got hung in weeds. Why would a swimbait or any other bait be better with a clump of weed looking stuff stuck on it.

[@chrisduffy2737]

Thanks Randy. Good luck with your new venture.

[@johnnymassengale6275]

Everything you said is true. I have to say that there have been times when the only way I could get bit on a jig was to fish it painstakingly slow with a slow drag. One of my favorite jig combos foe dirty water is a Black and Chartreuse with a black and blue trailer. Sounds crazy I know but it works. I have also had really good success with a green pumpkin Chartreuse in dirty water as well. Good stuff as usual dude!

[@PENNYWISE6969]

I love the all of the videos, I am a fan of the old school techniques, I'm a 36 year old guy that swears by it, I crush my buddies out on the lake with the old Charlie Brewer slider techniques, I just ordered six of your jigs,me being on the fineness side,i ordered the 1/4 size and can't wait to take the Nitro out and try them.

[@arizonabassfishing8839]

Lot of good solid advice!!! Totally agree it took me actually only bringing a box of jigs and fish it all day a couple times before I gained confidence in it .

[@micheledaugherty275]

You hit on it! That is exactly the best approach. Take a variety of trailers and “ economical “ Bass jigs in different sizes to the lake and Leave everything else at the house.

[@randybarger8649]

Great job spot on even though I know this from learning and on water all time I always learn something to help thanks Randy buddy great info

[@yakmanJ]

Love it! That's my most confident fishing bait.. thanks for the knowledge on specific always giving us the juice!!!!

[@brianmcclung7550]

Great stuff Randy. I’ve struggled with Jigs for years!

[@zackalaniz9028]

Great info! Thanks Randy.

[@melissamessmer6544]

I drag it on the bottom in the winter similar to a Carolina rig

[@soonerfan1675]

Jigs!…That’s where the fun is. 🎣 Randy, I’m sure it would be helpful for rookies and old timers (like myself) to hear your thoughts on the difference between a jig bite and other strikes on plastic baits etc.

[@micheledaugherty275]

After reading a good bit of the comments here my best advice. Buy some economical jigs in a 3/8 oz. size in Black and Blue color only! Trim the fiber weed guard on the jig equal with the barb of the jig hook . Trim the jig skirt to approx. 1/4 inch below the bend of the jig hook. Buy a couple bags of Zoom Salty Chunks (Black ) The plastic equivalent of the old #11 pork chunk. Grab a fast action rod you feel comfortable using, rig up your jig…..you can either thread on the Salty Chunk trailer or just put the hook through the meaty portion of the chunk… here is “ The Juice” as Randy likes to say…..Take only your 6 or 8 jigs and your two bags of trailers with you to the lake, leave everything else but, your fishing license and sunscreen at the house!! Concentrate on fishing in water 10 feet or less until you get comfortable with the jig. Randy gave some great tips on how to work the jig. Remember the key = No other Tackle until you catch a few fish on the jig…..Challenge yourself! It will be worth the effort once you get the hang of it. Good Fish’n Rob

[@Larry77777]

Hey Randy: You explained well what makes for a slow fall, but I didn't understand if/when the GOAL is to get a slow fall vs a fast fall.

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

And excellent video Randy. Lots of good, specific info.

[@garydiefenthaler767]

Some great tips. Wow. Can't wait for more jig topics. Thanks

[@thudtrades1850]

Good stuff! Very clear and concise! Thanks a bunch!

[@vernervanschalkwyk2280]

Awesome video! Thanks Randy. I will defnitely fish jigs more.

[@lkeith88]

I went out experimenting with jig presentations last week. All same color, same trailer just different weights. 5/16-3/8-1/2. Shallow dirty water about 10 inches visibility, water temps 85ish. Fishing mainly transition banks with laydowns in 2-7' of water. Absolutely smoked them on the 5/16ths, caught a few on the 3/8ths, didn't get a bite on the 1/2oz. Just one experiment but the only thing i can figure is that 5/16ths was hanging around just a bit longer in the zone than the other two and for sure had a more swimming gliding action when slipping it over limbs. All black/blue ball heads with a Zoom super chunk black/blue threaded trailer.

[@yanktackle4472]

Yes! Spot on info. I fish jigs every day and seldom get skunked! 😁

[@billroberts9385]

Great info for us beginners at jig fishing

[@joel1964.]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@RyanCook55]

Great information as always Trying to be a better jig angler. You definitely help me improve my success. thanks Randy

[@hunterjarnigan7220]

East TN here. For me it’s mostly structure jigs and football jigs 1/2-3/4

[@eetechtom]

Some stuff I haven’t heard before. I finally started catching some on jigs a couple of years ago.

[@mikefinn2829]

Thanks Randy for the tips enjoyed the video’s

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Thank you, Randy,

[@eduardobotello4059]

So much info on jigs!😵there is always something to learn from Randy

[@daveirvine3594]

Great video. Look forward to more on fishing jigs

[@adamb306]

Not sure if it is regional or not, but brown always worked well for me late in the season when the grass first starts to die off.

[@michaelbowlman4652]

How about Lilly pads what would be a good one to use would like to see something on fishing pads we have a lot here in northeast nc

[@landothemando6901]

Thanks for the video. I can't wait to put those new jigs to work. I'm excited to see how the black and chartreuse do in my area. 😎

[@tomstenbeck8265]

thanks Randy. I fished for other species for years and have just really gotten into bass over the past couple years (since i retired) Great info for someone like me who is learning jig fishing and just starting to feel a little comfortable with it but really need some improved foundational underpinnings to take it to a higher level.

[@lipsnatcher7483]

What's the best way to store a pork trailer as your fishing it through out the day so it does not dry out on the jig?

[@walleyechannel]

Randy, I would like to introduce perhaps another scenario. As a graphic designer, I use the three primary screen colors of R, G, B red, green and blue. I have found by using only three jig colors I am able to have success regardless of water color or sky conditions. They can see one of these three colors.

[@stevenmartin8764]

Randy thank you for all you do. Absolutely phenomenal content! My home lake is Clark’s hill and is predominantly spotted bass. Would you throw some stuff out there on that particular species? I’m struggling

[@simplyengineering2350]

dolive beaver works great.

[@erokraider1690]

I just have no idea what to do with a jig or what it’s doing in the water and there seems to be so many circumstances that determine what to use that you need to buy a lot of different ones. Which is hard to bring myself to do considering I don’t get results with them because I don’t know what to do with them. It’s a vicious cycle.

[@billywannamaker814]

Hey Randy have you ever used gourd green as a jig color if you know where I can find this one specific color please let me know I'm looking for it it's a great Clearwater color

[@larrypelgen4578]

Hi Randy, Is it possible to show some of your new jigs with the type of trailer that you would put on the jig. Do they sell your new jigs with a trailer included? Thanks.

[@cliffmentzer7406]

Good info-thanks for providing. Last year was the first year I made an effort to fish with jigs more often. I must say...all the different jig styles and applications can be a bit daunting sometimes. My question for you is what considerations do you make with jigs in heavy current? Fishing in the Detroit up here....there are times when getting to the bottom with any bait is a real task. Thanks for your work!!!

[@Devildoc2875]

Randy what about winter jig fishing. Do you still hop it or the painful slow drag ?

[@stephenallen1237]

Thank you Randy I've been so lost about jigs like wats the difference between a football and casting jig

[@kellymiller3136]

Interesting thoughts for sure. I agree

[@manresarods4947]

So when the water is clear, is that when we should use a natural colored, slow falling jig? And when the water is dirty obviously a dark color jig and a quicker fall when it’s hopped?

[@maxcole3930]

I not a good jig fisherman. I just go to a worm instead. I do have couple green pumpkin football head jigs & never had bite on either. I've never caught a jig fish. I will definitely b trying these techniques this season. Your absolutely right it's just not enough time out on water with them... & Not fishing them with best of technics.

[@1MoreCast]

Thanks Randy!

[@michaelloucks4448]

Awesome Randy just awesome I never seen so many dynamite 🧨 jig videos in one week hey I remember when I first started watching intuitive angleing and I said to you come on let's make a Randy blauket jig and here it is a year later THE OLD SCHOOL JIG Randy I was hoping sales would be good right away congratulations Randy . All right Randy now I want to see THE OLD SCHOOL SWIM JIG . Thanks bro what better of a teacher could you possibly get and Randy intuitive angleing is the NUMBER ONE U TUBE Channel period nobody gives this great information . GOD bless you and your family your pal fisherman Mike.

[@randyblaukatintuitive]

Thx Michael!

[@doughensley9314]

That’s pure gold on the content!

[@joshuacampbell1383]

I have never thrown a bass jig. How do you know you have a bite? Is it a tap like a crappie jig or will they attack it and stop the jig from moving?

[@tvm2209]

Is the senko and swim jig basically the two most versatile lures/baits that works year round?

[@edwardcowan7012]

Last year I had a mediocre year tournament fishing and caught 40% of my fish I weighed on a jig. My best seasons it’s generally 75-80%. I think people have trouble gaining confidence is that they don’t get to constant panfish messing with it like a worm. You only feel sometimes when it counts.

[@pezdavis4632]

For the people that are struggling getting bit on a jig and have no confidence in the bait I would recommend trying them in the summer time. If you can build confidence when the bite is better it will definitely help you when the bite is tougher

[@danielmckeen2465]

Loving the hat!!!😁good topic and I'll give it a try🤓come on 75k!!!

[@billcheek8809]

Fish the jig alot with success but I would to here your options on led versus tungsten jigs

[@chrisboyd1408]

Awesome. Flouro or straight braid line?

[@allenramsey1825]

The problem I'm having with fishing jigs is that every time I'm hopping and dragging a jig I get hung up. Especially when fishing around submerged rocks and trees. At $7-$10 each jig w/ trailer I just can't afford to loose that many in one days fishing. Whats the trick to not loosing jigs ? I have found that moving the boat past the hangup and then pulling in the opposite direction helps. But that scares all the fish away from the spot. Any help would be appreciated !

[@cameronroberts5461]

Fish weedless jigs or jigs with offset hooks so you can Texas rig weedless

[@jimduncan3181]

Randy it sure would be neat to see videos of guided trips you do and the techniques you use while on the water.

[@skunk12]

You have to PAY for that.

[@coleshelton]

Randy, what are those jig heads you use and where do you buy them? The ones you have in bulk?

[@markpousard4393]

I need all the jig tips I can get. Finally caught a few this summer, but still need help. I fish in mostly pretty clear shallow water ponds, without much hard bottom.

[@jwluciano]

Try a strike king bitsy bug jig in the green pumpkin color and 1/8th oz size with zoom green pumpkin chunk trailer. Drag it slowly in the clear water pond and don’t be afraid to let it sit still for several seconds at a time. Many times I get bites when I am not imparting any movement to the jig. Fish it for several hours at a time and get used to what it feels like as you drag the jig over limbs, a log, a stump and some rocks. Then just hold on because you will catch some of the biggest bass of your life if you stick with a jig.

[@SKUNKPROOF]

What's your take on the weightless jigs?

[@MR-tp7gj]

In the old video of him flooding his boat he says he is using 40lb. test. What are yall using now with the introduction of braid? I have several rods with braid and don't trust mono in the cover I fish.

[@NorthWoodsWes]

Cool vid. What rod size, power & action would be good for swimjig, chatters & spinners?!

[@chrismichaelson5668]

Following because I would like to know more in depth about this as well

[@allenwellman7255]

Excellent

[@todayscatch7626]

Thank you so much for this info👍👍

[@robertrobinson4778]

What about tungsten jigs ? With the difference in size such as a 1/2 Tungsten being about the same size as a 3/8 lead does the density of the tungsten cause it to fall faster or is that also trailer dependent?

[@jonathangiven9073]

It’s been a while since I’ve fished a jig. Haven’t been fishing much in the last few years due to health issues. But I’m resolving that. I was waiting to hear you describe a jig “bite”. A Texas-rigged worm has that “tap tap”. I can’t recall if a jig bite has a specific “feel”. Regarding “finesse” style jigs, back when I fished more regularly…the “Ninny Fly” with an Uncle Josh 101 pork frog was the big deal. I recently found some of those jigs…just need a replacement trailer.

[@jonathangiven9073]

@Dan Hancuff It’s been a long while since I’ve fished much. Used have access at work…before and after work…lunch. But it was shore fishing on a weedy bank. Practiced top water stuff and spinner baits. Occasional t-rigged worms. Great practice. But they fenced in the property eventually. My pal had a boat and we went out a few times. He’s the one who turned me on to jigs…and that Ninny Fly. I just don’t recall the feel of the bite, so thanks for the info.