Showing a technique and catching fish using said technique is how it should be done. Great tip Matt.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it.
@rafabonati77572 жыл бұрын
I just watched this video either yesterday or two days ago. I knew that a jig needed to move, but didn’t know about stroking a jig. I fished today at Lake Champlain from the bank using a Dirty Jig and Z-Man Ned Craw. I gave it a double twitch lift and caught a very long and skinny smallmouth. Okay, it was actually a northern pike!!!
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
haha
@Ilovebananas1210 ай бұрын
I am somewhat new to fishing (abt a year and a half in) and even newer to jig fishing. I really appreciated this no nonsense type of video with not a lot of yapping about the exact brand of jig you need and the exact strands of the skirt and such so thanks!
@dhjhawk3 жыл бұрын
I dont want to go to work now. These on the water videos where you're catching fish in the morning are costing me a lot of sick leave! 🤣
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Might as well use the sick days/PTO days up!
@dhjhawk3 жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing I usually don't even call them PTO days, I call them fishing days. Lol
@anthonywilletts70003 жыл бұрын
I went kayak fishing this past weekend and picked up a swim jig as my second or third bait Saturday morning. I decided to try stroking the swim jig after watching this video and man did it pay off. Four fish later I had a fun and successful day. Thanks Matt!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome!
@johnrayner55993 жыл бұрын
I love the on the water lessons Matt, its great to see you on the water, that technic is deadly and works well I think everywhere. Thanks for taking the time to show us how its done.
@codydulmes8043 жыл бұрын
Ditto John, I also love the on the water lessons!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
I'm definitely trying to get out on the water more before the lakes freeze over
@jelmo10573 жыл бұрын
On the water tips are definitely my favorite, being able to visually see how you work the baits adds a lot of value and aid’s in understanding the proper technique. Thanks for taking the time and sharing this technique! Absolutely beautiful lake and area, I’m jealous!!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite relaxing places!
@comfortablynumb9342 Жыл бұрын
Agreed! Seeing the exact techniques is much better than hearing about them in a tackle room. Talking about when and where to use a lure is fine in a room but seeing how to do it is infinitely more helpful.
@335elkhunter3 жыл бұрын
Really really like the on the water instruction. Especially when the bass read the script. Lol. Please keep these coming.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
will do...just need the ice to melt now.
@tomjohnson84793 жыл бұрын
Life jacket Matt! Killin me
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
I know...But I only went about 1/4 mile, but normally I always have it on.
@tomjohnson84793 жыл бұрын
Matt Stefan Fishing I lost a good friend on Tenkiller when I was stationed in Oklahoma in the late '70s. I just notice it more I guess
@Scott-se9yl7 ай бұрын
I just came across your channel, and watched 90% of anglers fish a tube jig wrong. Thank you because I hardly use plastics, and I have a few bigger jigs and a bunch of small ones and had no idea on how to fish them. I mainly use lures & spinners and being in Wyoming bass are scarce. I hooked into a 17", 8 lb largemouth on a bluegill and one just as big on a Rooster Tail but now I know how to use jigs. Thank you very much!
@MattStefanFishing7 ай бұрын
Glad to help
@codydulmes8043 жыл бұрын
Great tip and love the on the water lesson too!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@david.weston79113 жыл бұрын
Never stroked a jig Love the on the water lessons from Ohio
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@manofthehour1983 Жыл бұрын
All my biggest bass caught on jigs were on the initial fall. This technique of recreating a first fall multiple times in one cast is game changing. Awesome vid - Joe from NY
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@juleswinnfield8263 жыл бұрын
Good info as always. Always like vids when guys shoot them from the deck of a boat.... ya more time away from home, logistics, scheduling, yada, yada. Vids from water on boat....big thumbs up. Good tips on jig trailers either slowing the fall or speeding it up. Ive found with practice that trimming the claws with scissors can increase the fall range of "1" craw bait vs. having 8 different craw baits in the boat. Craws that are designed with lots of kicking action are the best to work with. As simple as trimming the raised edges to cutting the entire claw is half depending upon the goal. Plus this caiters to the concept of "Something Different" in terms of baits. Thanks for the vid, appreciate your efforts.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@howtosavemoneyonbill3 жыл бұрын
You're quickly becoming my favorite pro brother. You're just the best. Keep it up.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks
@nellieupnorth49603 жыл бұрын
Great video! Jigs and Jerkbaits I just can't seem to click... Thanks for the tips . SWEET Hoodie!!! That thing is sharp
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Striker has them available now I believe to everyone!
@andys11703 жыл бұрын
Mullets sharp as well
@lizmaurer38303 жыл бұрын
I sure appreciate your videos. They help people improve their quality of life. Thank you.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad to help!
@jamierice31893 жыл бұрын
Seriously Matt.. your channel is on of the absolute best fishing channels on KZbin.. its loaded with great tips and info.. I will definitely be trying this..
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@markbelanger10932 жыл бұрын
Great video. So much credibility by showing the entire cast. Much better then cutting to a pre-hooked fish.
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@williamwhitaker29283 жыл бұрын
Had one of my biggest days on the water in Hayward when i caught the biggest fish in the 1956 Musky Festival kids fishing contest at a little lake in town.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome!
@jonathandiehl8006 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info on the multi species live bait rods on instagram. Would love to see a video on lures for pike or cross over smallie/pike lures!
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
Will do! Thanks for the channel support!
@andys11703 жыл бұрын
My favorite walleye fishing method
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Walleyes love a snap!
@papapump57382 жыл бұрын
Thank's. Matt. Great gig. Seminar. I fish the cal. Delta. 25 years. You and. Blanket. Intuitive. Fishing are very. Good. Teachers. I want to be a. Good jig. Fisherman. So I go to your. School to learn. Gig. Fishing. Also. I used to lower my rod. Slowly. After casting the. Gig out. There. Not good. You have. Super. Educational. Show's. Matt. Stay. Working. For us. Out. In. You tube. Land. Your. The. Best. Gene. From the. California. Delta
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
thanks so much for your support!
@josephhrnciar93763 жыл бұрын
A lesson with a BASS……can’t beat that!! Thanks again Matt!! Great stuff!!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!!
@kanejude90633 жыл бұрын
Great tips Matt on stroking a jig. I really enjoyed the video 👍
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@chrisboyd14083 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy seeing you showing the demonstration on the water please keep it up
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
You got it!
@HBeretta3 жыл бұрын
the video content lately...well always...but lately...crushing it!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@bryanmasters54233 жыл бұрын
Awesome tip! Love fishing a jig. On the water tip was awesome, gives a better perspective to see how the tips work when on the water and see a actual fish catch! Thanks for sharing!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@jeffcroppereastside99432 жыл бұрын
I am going to learn stroking jigs on my next outing with those techniques I’m sure it will great thx Matt.for a great video.keep them coming peace
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
good luck!
@willperryman45593 жыл бұрын
That’s a fundamental perfect technique and you did an excellent job proving it Matt 😜👍😎 WooHoo 🎉 Thanks for your channel and tutorials
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@WesleyKennedy3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely LOVE technique videos and where/when/how to fish them with the dealing cadence!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@burdettehoeppner10623 жыл бұрын
Great job on video and demonstrating the technique. Ive never done this tecnique but i can see its hugh potential on the lakes i fish. Keep making these great learning videos.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@learningtofish70363 жыл бұрын
Finally, a tutorial with results. Good job.
@edpelkey77983 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt, great info 👍
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@bigmikefishingchonicles99503 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for showing this I have heard people talk about it but never knew how to do it most of the time I swim a jig I caught one yesterday he was 3.52 he stop the jig in his tracks all I felt was a big thump and my line going to the right again thanks for showing this I am gonna try it
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
I love the feeling of the big thump!
@rorimarston33853 жыл бұрын
Matt Superb instruction! I seldom feel jig bites you explaining why watching the line is important opened my eyes. Thank you very much - I will be fishing jigs all weekend to try to develop this technique. I really enjoy your on the water fishing videos so I can watch your hand and rod techniques.. Thank you Rori
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Ill try to do more before the lakes freeze over.
@rorimarston33853 жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing Matt I retired and moved to Texas I don’t do snow or frozen any more. 😁 From A little North of Houston. Thx Rori
@rmccrna13 жыл бұрын
Still the BEST intro music
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@mikeantes95973 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to help us all to become better at this technique .
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
No problem!
@cheesemaster19933 жыл бұрын
I am done wasting my time watching all the other people’s videos because all I need is your channel. I might start hitting some of the local tournaments to see if I can put all your tips to good use. Heck - who knows - I might see you on the circuit!! Watch out buddy.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that
@jamescaspersamanthalintner47673 жыл бұрын
I stroke a ned rig just like this and it works. Done it with tubes also. It's a cool bite
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Yep smallies will gobble them up
@larryn19293 жыл бұрын
I just learned a new technique! And you proved it worked!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@TheRealLifeoutdoors2 жыл бұрын
I came here to tell you that I have subscribed solely because of hearing you talk about how you like to help others rather than being tight lipped on tactics. Just want you to know it’s appreciated
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
thanks so much for the support!
@soonerfan16753 жыл бұрын
A technique that I’ve ive heard of but never tried. You convinced me that it works. I’ll give it a try next time.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@robertcook81873 жыл бұрын
Great video I love stoking a jig could you do a video on hair jigs thanks again
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Sure can!
@pauladriano83003 жыл бұрын
Your Best video yet !
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Im going to try to do more like this before the lakes freeze up
@ukstorm27273 жыл бұрын
Definitely going to add this technique to my game, appreciate the information
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@thekidfishing57453 жыл бұрын
Great video really appreciate that you were on the boat. Also last 2 videos on bait casting really helped me. I’ve been hesitant about using them and have focused on learning how to this summer. THANK YOU
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad I can help!
@bigredbass78983 жыл бұрын
This is great stuff. Your explanation about creating multiple first falls is the first time ive heard it explained that way. Awesome that helps a lot!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@artmalchow57393 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt it helps a lot when you see the whole cast, I'm gonna get out and stroke me up some.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Good Luck!
@williamschneider68113 жыл бұрын
I will definitely try this, I usually drag or hop my jigs. Thanks for a great tip, as usual. I live in South Central Mississippi, in west Hattiesburg. So, your tips work well down here. Have a great day and be safe.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Right on
@paulksicinski61817 ай бұрын
Just came across this video. Great video. If you were talking about walleye fishing, you would be using the Snap Jigs
@MattStefanFishing7 ай бұрын
Good call!
@paulpierce55663 жыл бұрын
And the plan comes together! Awesome. Great technique. 👍
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@robertbrost77779 ай бұрын
I'm way late on this one Matt but, it came up in my algorithm today. I used the stroking technique last Summer but, in a different way than this video. I used it once i get hung up in some grass and, I used it with a double pump to imitate an injured blue gill or a fleeing craw.
@MattStefanFishing9 ай бұрын
Awesome
@rocks19542 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt, Playing catchup on your videos. I never heard of stroking a jig. Thanks for sharing. Your technique is so smooth, it gives me something to work on!! Just can't beat on the water lessons. I Definitely have homework to do!!
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@geraldbryant26103 жыл бұрын
Great tip again Matt, like those on the water demo
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support!
@michaelmartin66952 жыл бұрын
I really like your show
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
thanks!
@crowe19743 жыл бұрын
I'll definitely be trying that nest time I go fishing. Thanks for the tip
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
good luck
@normanham61423 жыл бұрын
Good stuff again Matt! Thanks.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@stephanelavoie22583 жыл бұрын
Will go and try this tomorrow….. thank you 🙏🏻
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Best of luck!
@mikegardiner39343 жыл бұрын
terrific jig stroking tutorial, Matt!! I need to do this more!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
It really is good!
@Dubpommie3 жыл бұрын
Thanks matt, i was wondering about this very topic!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@FiciousCritik3 жыл бұрын
Perfect instruction on stroking jigs. I knew about stroking a jig, but I needed to see it done. I've not been doing it correctly, gratitude to Matt. So, feeling the bite is NOT to be expected, just a line twitch ... right?
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
correct. watch your line for any unusual movement. you will feel some in the rod as well but not all bites in the rod.
@ro-cl2do3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
You betcha!
@anthonygehl35633 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips!!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
No problem!!
@OldMysticFantasist3 жыл бұрын
Very nice explanation & demonstration! Thanks.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@stevenbrown55723 жыл бұрын
Great technique! Never heard of it but will be using it. Thanks Matt
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@erichoffman20143 жыл бұрын
hell yes! Thanks Matt!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@lyndeen3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the instruction. Thanks!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@johngalt35683 жыл бұрын
Good lesson Matt. Thanks.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
You bet!
@AddictedAngler3 жыл бұрын
I definitely have to try this , thanks for sharing
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
You should!
@johnnyweaver13003 жыл бұрын
I definitely will be trying this, thanks!👍
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@skyocean6393 жыл бұрын
Nice video.Good work Love it.❤thanks for the lesson
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
thanks for watching!
@MrDeputy833 жыл бұрын
Excellent video!! Your explanations on specific techniques (like this one) is outstanding!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@MrDeputy83 Жыл бұрын
Re-watching your technique for the late summer/fall in PA
@brettturner57803 жыл бұрын
Really good tip Matt!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@itllkeal11 ай бұрын
Nice one. Thanks
@zman77792 жыл бұрын
Love the "on the water" instruction videos. Fairly new to bass fishing and have never stroked a jig. What exactly am I looking for in my line to detect a bite? Rewatched videos and just can't tell what you're seeing. Love all your content, thank you so much! And that hoodie rocks!
@zman77792 жыл бұрын
Okay I really love that hoodie how do I get one?
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
your line will pop when you get a bite
@bassingaround32333 жыл бұрын
no on the heavy grass Florida lake , if you do that here by by lure
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Ive done it with good success in florida on the weed edges and shell bars
@bassingaround32333 жыл бұрын
Matt you are a pro I'm no even the average , you know what now I realize I'm the problem not the grass 😄
@bassingaround32333 жыл бұрын
@@MattStefanFishing thank for take you time in answer me
@MatthewMichaelC4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@MattStefanFishing4 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@johnlantz72783 жыл бұрын
They are all big.some larger than others ,do large hair jigs work the same at this time, tied some for walleye in larger weights to try,great on the water today ,tight lines
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Yes they do
@vernervanschalkwyk22803 жыл бұрын
I agree that with most baits you get the most bites as the bait falls. I am a bank angler in South Africa and my biggest bass was caugt just as my bait started falling.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Its the best way to get a reaction strike!
@chrisduffy27373 жыл бұрын
I've been trying to stroke a jig to catch striped bass here on Chesapeake Bay. I have had some difficulty because the tide moves the jig making feeling the bottom more difficult. The way I've been taught it to snap that jig immediately as it hits the bottom. I'll try your tips. Thank you. I found out there will be a Bassmaster Open on The Bay next year (2022). I will follow you if you fish it. Good luck.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Im considering it
@stephenknight76013 жыл бұрын
I understand line watching but have been asked by many people how to do it. Might be hard to do a video on it. But if you could might be very helpful. I think bite detection is a major thing that many people don’t understand they wait for tug and missed 70percent of fish. Thanks great informative videos
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
yep thats a good topic to discuss! THanks!
@timg1853 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing for this video. I was just wondering if this would be a good technic in the fall to create a reaction strike. Because fishing can be so tough.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
It definitely can be. Works year round with the right conditions.
@johnm26173 жыл бұрын
Pretty much like snap n tube **** These warm water conditions in October have realy made tough fishing ! Here in the northeast ! 64° the end of oct ! Sick of scratch n my head !
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Similar to tube snapping
@LarryK20244 күн бұрын
What rod and bait caster are you using. Can you put that in your list. Great Video!! Love your content!
@MattStefanFishing4 күн бұрын
It’s a abu Garcia zenon X and a custom built MHX NMB-874
@_bilski3 жыл бұрын
Can you elaborate on boat positioning?? From what I see on the electronics and direction of the trolling motor it looks like your casting into the weed line and striking out?
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thats correct. I prefer to stay deeper casting at the weedline and bring the jig back to me in deeper water.
@lakeforkwiring2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the break down your vids are awesome ... would you try that with a bladed jig ???
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
You bet! But i fish it a little different. Ill do a video on it once the ice melts here in wisconsin
@johncoopes10563 жыл бұрын
Awesome
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@fishingkid84672 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thank you sir!!!
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
you bet!
@sebastiansiebiedzinski74603 жыл бұрын
Lo e it what you are doing. Good job
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@maureenw21512 жыл бұрын
Great video and great tip. What line were you using? THX
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
15 lb berkley 100% fluorocarbon
@treywheeler8365 Жыл бұрын
U tell too much Stefan Great job I love your stufff
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
thanks!
@kurtdaum97963 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great content again. Here in northeast Nebraska I fish a lot of milfoil and grass. What line do you recommend using with this technique?
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
I like braid Berkley X5 braid if im punching thick milfoil and 15lb 100% fluorocarbon if im fishing sparse milfoil
@comfortablynumb9342 Жыл бұрын
I bet you would love slow pitch jigging in the saltwater. It's sort of like vertical sweeping but you probably know how that works. I wonder if a slow pitch type jig would work for vertical jigging for bass? I don't see why not. They have a crazy fluttering action. The special reels and rods used for slow pitch in saltwater are unique for the application but your baitcasters would be fine for bass. You don't need to fish in 500' of water, or haul up huge fish.
@MattStefanFishing Жыл бұрын
sounds lioke fun!
@Zellamo13 жыл бұрын
Good video matt. Im going to a lake tomorrow here in SE WI that holds big bass but there is a ton of pike. I mean 20-30 pike caught for every bass lol. Any tricks on how to bypass the pike?
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Use dark colors and slow moving baits should help but you cant truly get around them
@mandogfish74182 жыл бұрын
It's mandatory when in Wisconsin to use St Croix rods!
@MattStefanFishing2 жыл бұрын
Haha! I once thought that.. unfortunately they didnt feel the same way about me
@jimmybrown95633 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt this is great info. I’m curious how this differs from fishing a big flutter spoon. Seems to be similar.
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
it is similar. like i mentioned in the video you can do this with lots of baits. but i was fishing grass edges and a spoon probably would not have worked well
@stevekeen70353 жыл бұрын
Good video Matt. How far off the bottom do you expect that jig to come up each time you stroke it?
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
4-6 ft
@marktolmie96813 жыл бұрын
How cold of water temperatures do you use this technique Matt ? Thank you for your knowledge !!!
@MattStefanFishing3 жыл бұрын
Stroking a jig works well year round but the locations change. For me Its the best with water temp up 55
@robertstone34173 жыл бұрын
This was one of your most exciting videos with magnificent information. I watched it twice I enjoyed it so much. Spontaneously catching fish while you teach. It doesn't get any better than that. I love to be up and on the water that early as well. So refreshing!!