Micro Jigging is AWESOME | 17 Different Species | Slow Pitch Jigging | Offshore Fishing

Micro Jigging is AWESOME | 17 Different Species | Slow Pitch Jigging | Offshore Fishing
Head offshore fishing with Johnny, Pete, and Jose on a micro jigging adventure. The guys pack up the light gear and jigs ranging from 20g-100g in search of whatever will bite. Micro Jigging is similar to slow pitch jigging but scaled way down. This style of fishing will open up a new world of offshore angling in shallow depths. For the guys in the gulf that don’t want to run long distances offshore fishing but still want to drop a jig, micro jigging is be the answer. It is action fishing at its finest and can produce quality fish of the table fare variety.
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[@klaicspeter8933]

*Bought a 500 for an ultralight rod. It's very smooth **enjoyable.fishing** recommend casts great. One odd thing- the bale wire is a bit heavy diameter in my opinion for a reel of this size. But a great purchase.*

[@jamesdiotte]

Yellowjack are good in raw / rare preparations: ceviche, sashimi or seared with raw / rare center.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Man...I didn't think about ceviche..🤔🤔That sounds awesome.

[@mitchcumstein9808]

No chum bag, no catching bait. One of the best things about jig fishing. You can go so spur of the moment.

[@zacharyrevo7359]

Huge fan of micro jigging!! I've been micro jigging for almost a year now from boca to pompano its a killer on the reefs but what is suprising is how well it works offshore too.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Zachary it is a blast. We have messed around with it from time to time over the past couple years but never really put a solid effort in till recently. I will not leave out Hillsboro inlet without my micro set up.

[@babahatenchannel2881]

That trully awesome my friend...thanks for sharing 😁

[@randychristiano1387]

Wanted to let you guys know how much I have been studying what you have been showing us. I finally got out of tampa bay for some grouper fishing. Using your jigs and pole I found it amazing how many fish I caught. Every drop I bagged at least one grouper. Thank you for all the tips,spj is the way to go!

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Randy, That is awesome! Thanks for the fishing report. SPJ guys rule Bait guys drool...LOL It's a great feeling when it all comes together and you get in this groove of catching fish. Glad to hear you where finally able to get your lines wet....Jig On!!............. Johnny

[@ChsBrian]

Love you guys. Been jigging for years and decided to put together UL slow spin setup, 4000 reel, 20lb braid and getting down to 42g jigs, F*ing soo much fun on reef edge snappers getting rods maxed out with occasional beasts inhaling. Thanks for the great informative content.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

That is awesome....Thanks Brian

[@quadcondor8619]

Great video, very unique because u guys are pretty shallow for jigging. Hope u have more episodes like this, really good stuff

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

We will!

[@ModelosPR]

Saludos Jose, nice video!

[@colehouston4720]

Absolute Legends!!!

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Thanks Cole...

[@fishingbear69]

Great videos , more please on inshore slow fall micro jigging , thanks for sharing.

[@tracylemmerman7787]

What's up guys , nice work peace 😂

[@billcrandell8619]

Thanks for showing me how to do this.

[@desertriderukverun1002]

Great video! There is nothing more fun the. Hooking and landing good sized fish on light rods, and nothing more fun than jigging all day with a light outfit. Some of us have been slow jigging in Alaska for over a decade though using our salmon rods. With our massive tide changes we are often fighting huge tide rips, but when you can get down with 50-100 gm jigs during slack tides you will hook up on pretty much everything from rock fish to salmon to king cod and even halibut. I’m looking forward to building g some proper slow pitch rods. Over the years I’ve been going to lighter rods and reels. I’m with you on the advantages of lever drag reels. Once I used one I was sold. With the strength of braid And 300+ yard capacity you can get 15 oz and lighter reels with 20+ pounds of drag there is no reason to use bigger reels. We are living in the best of times for offshore tackle

[@lornehargis2614]

Caught a yellow jack on live bait, yes it is delicious. I was in Costa Rica and my Tico friend took it home and made a delicious soup, the meat was excellent. Maybe next time on the jig.

[@geoffreytucker9352]

Great video good to hear you guys sell jigstar rods

[@FBP3392]

Awesome video! Yellowjack is honestly awesome however you prepare it but it makes some awesome ceviche

[@Jhonlegochannel]

So awesome 🤩

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Thanks bro..

[@SethBro2]

Yellow jack civiche 🙌 just got into jigging caught huge ajs and a black fin on my first day love the vids

[@jorgradtke8219]

Super fun video guys. I’m micro jigging quite a bit here in Alaska. For salmon! Find a bait ball and jig around it. Caught a 24lbs king salmon on a 2oz orange saltiga with single assist hook on the top. Loads of fun.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Super cool Jorg..Love hearing how jigging is working in other fisheries than mine...It sounds like you are doing exactly what we are just different fish...🤙🤙

[@bunsguns8222]

Awesome Jorg, I am getting ready to give it a shot in Washington also.

[@robertvaughan2364]

Yellowjacks are great for ceviche!......Love the video, keep them coming!

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Thanks Robert....Will do!🤙

[@pescamarescaptainalex4457]

Nice video 👏👏

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Thanks Alex...

[@Tuidkskiwjdhdbd]

Going to myrtle beach i go deep sea fishing every year i do great on my drift line with cigar minows but i need to improve my bottom game fishing i think jigging is the answer but i will be on a head boat that ive never seen jigs out there

[@devins1195]

We’re killing it in Northern California doing just this on kayaks. Getting 10+ species every trip. You should come try it.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Would love too..🤙

[@pepperjack-ue7dc]

Im experimenting Shimano Tekota A 501hga and 601hga with Gomexus jigging handle , what do you guys think ? I don't like to levelwind ...

[@BucktailBob]

Great video as usual! I have a general question. Where do you put you slow pitch jig when you’re moving from place to place? On my larger butterfly style jig rod I just put the single hook in the guide frame and wrap it with a neoprene wrapper. But the guides on the slow pitch Jigging Rod seem so small and fragile I’m not sure if I should do that. Any advice? Thanks

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Hey BucktailBob, When we are making short moves I will wrap it with a jig wrap and stuff it in the rod holder or drop it in the bucket. If we are traveling a distance or at the end of the day I remove all the jigs and bottom hooks but leave the hooks attached to my leader. It's easy to spin the jigs on and off with a quality pair of split ring pliers so I prefer to remove the jigs than take a chance of damaging my rods. Hope that was helpful...Johnny

[@joshuaong4619]

Try pe 0.4 - 1.5 rod with c3000 size shimano reel. With pe 1 line. Jigs 30g to 50g.. Hook size 1/0 owner cultiva lights. Leader 20lb to 30lb.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

I will thanks bro..

[@joshuaong4619]

@@JohnnyJigsTV can't wait next video..

[@kenxiong101]

Micro jiggings works well in calm water and shallow depth too.

[@paidslave1217]

Great video and I haven't even watched it yet

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

😂😂😂Thanks Lenny I think🤔

[@nicklausb]

Yellow jack are nice. I always shoot them when I see them while diving. Cook them just like you would a mahi or grouper.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Awesome thank you

[@reefanglers7882]

Nice fishing guys! Wondered how you dealt with the current. Over here on the East coast, it can really rip some days. I guess you're keeping it under 100ft. Looks way more comfortable than reeling up heavy vertical jigs

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

For sure!

[@gabrielduarte3904]

regarding hook placement, im usually a single assist hook in the top, to avoid snags, but last time, 9 out of 10 snappers we caught on 40 to 60gr jigs were getting hooked in the assist hooks of the tail.. also, mi friends had more jigs snagged on the bottom maybe because they were using spinning outfits and are less experienced than me (i was using my lexa winn 300) and i think conventionals/baitcasters are more sensitive in felling bottom and lifting before snagging if that makes sense..

[@miamiwax5504]

i don't know why people use spinning outfits for anything other than speed jiggiing.

[@gabrielduarte3904]

in the case of my friends, then dont want to spend for an extra outfit they are going to use just once or twice a year, and they are also not as common in my region. @@miamiwax5504

[@ken244]

that king explains the cut offs

[@amb-yz9ee]

When the red tide clears, you need to come to Tampa bay and try it, there are keeper grouper in the bay.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Seeing those videos of the red tide is killing me.. That sounds like a blast.

[@miamiwax5504]

Shimano makes micro jigging rod too the GRAPPLER Type LJ B66-0

[@alfadanhighperformanceoutb8416]

Yellow Jack is great to eat. We eat it like any snapper fried or oven cooked.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Thanks ALFADAN I fried it. It was awesome. I definitely want to try it raw next time...

[@ken244]

olive oil, tomato paste, fresh garlic, jack fillet, slices of onion, slices of green pepper, cilantro, some squeezed lemon, and last but not least when fish is fully sauteed ad the can of coconut cream (the thick part) serve over white rice. salt and pepper to taste.

[@anglerBNA]

Waw nice micro jigging👍👍👍

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Thanks man🤙🤙

[@zendialogue]

Have eaten a few Yellow Jack - they are nice, firm meat. Great for barbeque - I like to marinate for a few hours in any marinade of y our choice then grill - they are awesome. Some guys throw them back but they're crazy IMO!

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Definitely delicious 😋

[@37hawaii]

Sashimi that yellow jack....little sesame oil or truffle oil with fresh cilantro and shave jalapenos.....HAMACHI....grill the collar...amazing

[@recifedepeixes]

Take the fillets off the yellow Jack, then broil them with butter and shoyu sou sauce ...

[@triniildefonso6776]

I am up in the Northeast and micro jiging is popular where I am

[@vsonic86]

How do you pair the assist hooks with jig? What hooks size should go to what jig weight?

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

That is a great video idea. I try to ensure the hooks can't be fouled up on each other. 4/0 and 5/0 are my go-to sizes for grouper and snapper. I tend to bump it up to 6/0 and go single on top and bottom in deeper water (500+). I will get into detail on this in a future video.

[@williamkennedy6423]

Micro Jigging is entertaining, but I'm waiting on the power 4 Pro Jigger rods to come back in stock.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Give me a call at the shop I will make a preorder for you. We can have it ready and headed your way by next week. 954-889-4915

[@triniildefonso6776]

Next time you go micro jigging try to use a 20 or 50 g jig it’s Lighter plus when you’re jigging it it gives it more action when it’s drifting I use the 10 g also a 20 g Jig and is working fine

[@fishingbear69]

.if its ok ask with which rod ? I'm searching myself for slow pitch rod for 10 -30g max jiggs for working the bottom column (microjigging), in the east coast, ivd looked at the ones johny mention those temple reefs, shimano grappler, and major crafts any suggestions!? Thanks

[@miamiwax5504]

it depends these guys are anchored up an not drifting. they need heavier jigs to stay vertical. depends on current too. also 20g jigs are pretty small if u want to catch keeper muttons and grouper. u will catch a ton of grunts and stuff.

[@leopan723]

Wow，this valiant 300 looks tiny in your hand，I had a shimano ocea jigger f custom 1000 version，how did they compares？looks like they were just the same size？Good catch by the way.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Thanks Leo...I would say they are comparable in size.

[@zeanmontesines6418]

ive catch 5 kg of red snapper using 30grams micro jigg

[@brycehartzog8154]

Ended up getting the blue Goofish rod. Would you guys suggest a tsunami forged 8 or 10 in I’ll be fishing mainly 100-300’ of water?

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Go with the 10 for sure.

[@brycehartzog8154]

@@JohnnyJigsTV awesome. Thanks. Unfortunately I see your shop, along with most other stores, are sold out of them. I’ll have to do some hunting. Will be making a jig order soon.

[@yellowfin6183]

Do you use a ball bearing swivel or do you tie right to the ring

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

I use a ball bearing swivel.

[@manuelbover4816]

I would love to see you micro jigging On the bridges In the Florida keys Bridge Hopping That's a good challenge See how many species You can get

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Man that has been on my mind...Or from the pier as well👍👍

[@bensosa8618]

I personally treat Yellow jack like a yellow tail snapper in the kitchen

[@kevins2386]

Hey Johnny an other great video what is the electric reels and battery you using

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Hi Kevin, I use a Daiwa Seaborg 300j and if you look that up on our site JohnnyJigs.com you will see the battery 🔋 in the same section..

[@kevins2386]

@@JohnnyJigsTV Yeah I watched a bunch of videos and I found the one you talked about I’ve been jig fishing for a long time both down in Florida end up here in Maine where I live jigging has come along way seems like you got a really great store you sell some good products like I said I’ll be getting in touch with you soon thanks for the advice great videos catch ‘em up

[@ilikepiewithcream123]

what is youre set up what kind off reel is that thanks 🙏

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Here is a link for the Reel and Rod johnnyjigs.com/collections/rods-reels/products/accurate-boss-valiant-300-spj johnnyjigs.com/collections/rods/products/johnnyjigs-graphite-slow-pitch-rod-70?variant=33115172241507

[@DougyTheWougy]

Hey man so I just ordered one of your reels and it but it came out to be a lefty,like the reeling part of it is facing the right Instead of the left,and I didn’t have a choice to pick left or right.so I don’t really know what to do

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Ok let me check your order and I'll get back to you

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

What is the order #

[@DougyTheWougy]

@@JohnnyJigsTV well I just got my boat and I’m going fishing all week so I think it’s too late to return it,I just wanna know if there is a way to chose lefty or righty when I buy one of your reels in the future.

[@DougyTheWougy]

@@JohnnyJigsTV I bought the daiwa saltiga ld

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Yes, There's a drop down selection, but if one or the other is out of stock it will not allow you to select the option. Definitely give us a ring at the shop next time. We can take your order over the phone and make sure it is 100% what you want. Tight lines 🤙

[@jimragsdale9128]

What was the current like? Free drifting?

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

We used the the motors to hold us in place. The current was minimal. Definitely drifting.

[@darryllow92]

Correct me if I’m wrong. Micro jigging not one light tackle in spinning reel? Looks like overkill using conventional reel.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Definitely better with spinner. We are new to micro jigging and still learning. I have used a spinner the last 6 months and believe it to be better and more enjoyable. Thanks Darryl.

[@jonramos2161]

We've yet to find any form of SPJ that's not wildly entertaining and productive. The micro's are a great tool, especially for quick trips closer to shore or along jetties. At the risk of upsetting the purists, these are also fantastic for horizontal jigging. Cast out to boils around rocks. Lift, pause, reel, lift, pause, reel. Kind of a horizontal 'Z' shaped retrieve back to the boat.

[@jonramos2161]

I never did very well in English Class! A horizontal 'Z' would be an 'N'!!!

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Lol..

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

What's up Jon...I was taken back by how productive it was. We have played around with it from time to time but never really put a effort like we have recently. I'm hooked 😜

[@curranwoodward7608]

Killing them on the piers in Panama City micro jigging.

[@911878]

Can these Jigs be used for Porgie and Black Seabass fishing?

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

💯 Sheldon we have caught all the fish you listed on the jig. It is very effective for sure

[@911878]

@@JohnnyJigsTV Thank you I Appreciate you responding Back. Blessings

[@rabidspiders01]

Any thoughts on using a rod like this for casting

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

We do match them with Daiwa Lexas...I'm sure it would work

[@rabidspiders01]

@@JohnnyJigsTV right now the setup is a 6'6" jigging rod with a one of the new penn low profiles. I'm only hitting about 65 ish yards. Been wondering if anyone else has tried this.

[@rabidspiders01]

I went this route because there isn't a baitcaster rod specifically designed for salt water game, and there isn't anything smaller than a surf style other than surf. A 7 to 8 ft jigging rod would be perfect minus minimum mods.

[@rabidspiders01]

Salt water rod ment for normal casting.

[@kcgriddy]

Hi ucol criss

[@indianboyhary]

Nice but I don't look a video when people use retrieve at the right side

[@patrickv3413]

would these work for gag groupers to?

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Yes, 100%

[@patrickv3413]

i was just curioues to how deep can the valiant 300 spj be fished?

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

I use my 300 spj up to 300 feet. Then I switch to the 500.

[@patrickv3413]

@@JohnnyJigsTV awesome thanks im gonna be trying the stuff out next month on a trip cant wait to try the setup out

[@michaelhunt756]

Sear those yellow jacks with sesame seeds, eat with soy and wasabi. better than tuna

[@vsonic86]

This is in USA?

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

Yes, Pompano Beach Florida

[@philipbridis6699]

Soak yellow jack milk

[@Prone-Ski_BX]

I don't understand why you can't use a PE3-6 power rod to go micro jigging with, when the real action is when the jig is falling. Educated me on this..!

[@ShinkiZer0]

Asked this myself but Watched shimano SG where he explains why lure:rod matching is important. He explained it very well and with even demo on the pool what a stiffer rod will do to the lure.

[@JohnnyJigsTV]

I'm no expert on micro jigging, but its seems to be a game of sensitivity. I'm going to scale my line down even more so my jig can get down quicker and to deeper depths. My jig was moving well but I believe it will be better with the lighter line. As for the rod the soft tip was giving this really nice flicking motion that was translating to my jig. I would say you can use the heavier gear but will be more successful with the lighter set ups. Not to mention it's really fun on the lighter gear. I'm still digging in and learning but as I figure it out I will definitely share....Johnny

[@Prone-Ski_BX]

@@JohnnyJigsTV Okay, because I don't want to buy another rod for the light jig's. You know these rods are not cheap.

[@williamkennedy6423]

@@Prone-Ski_BX *Not an expert here either* You can do it with any rod, but the power transfer from rod to lure will be smoother when properly matched, ultimately giving the jig a smoother action. Both heavy and light rods will move a light jig, but the heavy rod will not impart natural like moves, rather quick jerks that can startle timid fish. On top of that, you will miss hits with less sensitive rods. With that being said, a power 1 can do this job, while allowing you to upsize your jigs a bit.

[@Prone-Ski_BX]

@@williamkennedy6423 Thanks

[@epickillers1030]

Took my brand new Battle II 5000 for a spin yesterday for the very first time and I hooked a 20lb yellowtail using a Ugly Stik X2 (medium hard) rod kzbin.infoUgkxM68VkfsQhHaabDce1IwOCXuvumcpbZ_k . This combo was recommended on some website and it did not disappoint me. The reel is smooth, the drag click is pretty cool cause i think it adds to the excitement of fighting the fish, personally the drag is my favorite part. I use braid and 300 yards will fill the entire spool. This combo is my main setup from now on although I have to disclose I am new to fishing.

[@josephsaulen1374]

This is not micro jigging