How To Fish Mule Jigs & Plastics

[@neonwhitea.1548]

I got really good at fishing with mule jigs at my local lake, caught hundreds of bluegill, crappie and bass, a 10 pound catfish and even a 5lb saugeye, can literally catch anything on them

[@FishAnything]

I absolutely love to hear it!!

[@neonwhitea.1548]

@@FishAnything they are my favorite baits, and I’m selling my friends on them too because I catch all the fish whenever we got out, they fish big bass lures and I still catch the bigger fish with my horse fly

[@JustFishing1489]

Thanks for the video. A product idea: A mule fishing starter kit or two on the website with popular sizes and colors. I ask for fishing stuff for Christmas, but my family doesn't love it when I send links to a bunch of different products. They end up just buying from my amazon list, but if there was a single product I could point them to that might make it easier to get them to buy from Mule fishing.

[@FishAnything]

I am working on this actually. Probably won't be available for the holidays this year but stay tuned. Truly appreciate the feedback!

[@armandorjusino]

That was an awesome tutorial, great stuff, thank you for your content.

[@FishAnything]

Thank you!

[@TC178Hop3]

So ive only recently discovered your channel and may I say well done. Love the content. I am an ultralight enthusiast thru and thru. I typically wade my local rivers and streams where we have an abundance of smallmouth bass, trout and redeye/rockbass. My go to setup is a 7'6" Daiwa Presso paired with a Daiwa Regal 1000 with a 6.2:1 gear ratio. Ive usually always used 4lb mono. I dont care for fluorocarbon personally cus our river bottoms are straight rock shelves along with boulders and just rock everywhere. I have a lot more line breaks with the fluoro. Just 2 weeks ago i caught my pb trout on 2lb p line hp trout copolymer. It came in at 24.5 inches and weighed 5.2lbs and was also wild which suprised me. I just ordered some 6lb braid. Ive used heavier braid before. Trying to find a good leader thats not fluoro in the 4 to 6 lb range thatll match well to .14mm...maybe fly line tippet? Idk. But what mule jig setup would u recommend for smallmouth and trout in shallow rocky rivers. The depth is typically 2 to 5 feet with some deeper holes here and there. Tbh non local people call our rivers creeks but none the less, technically theyre rivers. They are loaded with bass in the 3 to 5lb range as well as trout, esp rainbows and browns up to 5 lb. I guess what im asking is which mule jig for targeting citation sized 5lb plus smallmouth and trout? Thanks for the videos and all your hard work. I gotta get me a mule fishing hat too. I love the name its neat. Tootle loo and best of luck fishing fellars.

[@FishAnything]

Thanks so much, Tyler! I would look at the 1/32oz Mule Jigs for the smaller plastics (Burro Bug, Donkey Tail Jr, Horse Fly) and get some 1/16oz Mule Jigs for the larger plastics (Jack Worm, Donkey Tail). Pretty much all of the lineup will appeal to those species, but I would probably start with a standard Donkey Tail and 1/16oz Mule Jig and just cast and drift/twitch it through pools.

[@calebprice304]

Ethan buddy you are the best KZbinr out there. I have learned and caught more fish just by your content and your products over the past year and a half then I have my entire life. Keep up the great work brother. Love everything you do! God bless and tight lines!!

[@FishAnything]

Caleb you know I appreciate you buddy!

[@RileyReneau]

Waiting for another paycheck so I can load up on more Mule Gear! I'm excited to try the worms. I cannot believe you do not have 100k subs yet. You put out an incredible product with amazing support. Literally teaching how to use your products and demonstrating their success in a non conceited way. I do wonder how long before we will see a Mule Fishing UL rod hit the market! I have a strong feeling its definitely been dreamed about a few times! Thanks for being you!

[@FishAnything]

Riley I really appreciate this nice comment. I am very pleased with the amount of followers I do have, I can’t even imagine 100,000. That’s too many dang people for me to keep track of 😂😂

[@RamonOutdoors]

Nothing like the ol' desk set up. Takes me back to 5 Minute Fish Talks

[@FishAnything]

Ahhhh the good ol' days

[@fantasticfail1796]

Man I just love the burro bug Texas rigged on a small size 6 EWG hook, absolutely slayed smallies wading this year using that technique.

[@FishAnything]

I absolutely love to hear it :)

[@atoadigi]

I find myself using the float more and more each time I go out. It never gets old watching that float go under! For swimming the bait I'd rather put the plastic on the Bronco Blade, especially in the spring, it just flat out catches everything!!

[@FishAnything]

That’s awesome! Happy you’re having success with the gear

[@parallaxfree109]

Love the jig heads, however have trouble rigging DK Jr. Full size no problem but Jr seems to never go on straight or gets wonky I gather because it's so soft and tiny.

[@FishAnything]

It takes a bit of practice, but once you get used to it, you can get it straight every time. Take a look at this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6Ldp51sg5l3pdksi=SqCNXEDTbb-ZMEU6

[@thomasaldridge]

Pure Art. Just as much as Traditional Fly Fishing. Thank You.

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Thomas!

[@robertjones371]

Love the videos, love the lures, wouldn't be me if I didn't poke at getting a bubblegum pink DT Jr lol. The new blue jigs look awesome by the way. I have totally enjoyed the last three years I have been watching and using your lures. I even hooked a 30lb catfish and a 36" muskie on a DT Jr. Thanks and God Bless

[@FishAnything]

A bubblegum is probably a good addition for the future. And thank you so much - glad you are enjoying the gear!

[@AMonkeyThatIsChunky]

I’m a bass fisherman primarily, but occasionally fish for stock trout in creeks and wanted a smaller profile setup to do that. Did some googling and next thing I know, I’ve watched a TON of your videos and just bought an ultralight setup! I’m buying some mule baits too! Your channel is an incredible resource, and you’ve got me excited to fish like in a way I never have before!

[@FishAnything]

Thank you so much for the support!!! Let me know if you ever have specific questions.

[@dietwaffles5907]

I just found the Mule Fishing products and they are perfect for the way I like to ultra light fish!

[@FishAnything]

I am so happy to hear it! Hope you catch lots of fish and make great memories with the gear.

[@nickbeute6173]

One of my favorites is targeting panfish, the mule jig is my go to jig!

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Nick! I have become a panfish addict since living here. So many fish to chase in Michigan, but I can’t help the simplicity of targeting gills and slabs

[@JoeNajorFishing]

Great information Ethan! watching this video, I found out I'm the uncle on the dance floor. 🤣

[@FishAnything]

Everybody needs one!

[@deltablue6618]

I use a 7'2 medium light rod with a 2000 series reel with 6 pound test line and it works amazingly well. I also use a 5'6 rod with 4lb test line for brook trout. Usually the horse fly works great! Caught a lot with your gear! Thanks for bringing something different to the market!

[@FishAnything]

Thanks so much for the support! Glad you’ve found some setups which are working well for you!

[@alec5545]

just got into Tenkara fishing this summer and going to have to give mule jigs/plastics a shot with it!

[@FishAnything]

Let me know how it goes! Sounds fun!

[@robperez3433]

Thanks for the tips. My first order should be arriving very soon.

[@FishAnything]

Thank you so much for the support!

[@madiradesign]

Ordered my jigs! I’m so excited to try all of these out! Thanks for all the great info!

[@FishAnything]

Thank you so much!

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Thank you, Ethan!

[@FishAnything]

Thank you Bob!

[@mitchellandking]

That Shimano Exage is a great reel at lower sizes. You really need to search to find reels at 1500-2500 that work nicely and feel smooth. Exceler is another good shout at this mini size.

[@Mike_Just_Mike]

I've been rigging the 3.2 minnow sideways. Kinda like a leach type action. It works, just like all Mule lures. I'm thinking of a way to make the karma black. 🤔😉

[@FishAnything]

I think a lot of folks rig it sideways. Nothing wrong with that!

[@shawneldridge4465]

🎣 thank you for giving us some great advice, information and techniques as well. don't know exactly when but before trout fishing season of 2024 gets here, i definitely have to order a few of these jigs. I'm tired of my little rubber worms or paddle tails plastics and rubbers keep breaking and tearing apart. Those things cost a lot of money to keep buying every two weeks. It's nonsense. The fish attack it like they never eat before, lol.

[@FishAnything]

Thanks for the support, Shawn! Hope you like the Mule gear :)

[@shawneldridge4465]

@@FishAnything You're very welcome and I know I will

[@brianathern9154]

Great content and video here Ethan. I like most of these retrieves but I catch a bunch under the slip floats. After a few rounds of 3 to 1 my buddies give in and ask what I'm doing differently. I tell them you're working to hard with that. Let the breeze and a little current work for you. When the float stops I'll tap the handle with my index finger or quiver the tip of the rod gently. I need some hi-viz line for a little more pendulum action. Missing too many that way. Blessings brother

[@FishAnything]

The slip float is a classic. Definitely hard to beat, but I can't help but prefer to free-line a jig.

[@regulardude2011]

Great videos! Thank you for sharing

[@FishAnything]

Thanks for the support!!

[@RicardoReview]

Using smaller tanta style soft plastics(can't get mule in Portugal) I find that I get the most success on the colder harder days fishing against the current with twitching and drifting, completely against the current, that makes fishing from the bank mostly useless on the winter. Awesome advice as usual.

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Ricardo! Glad you apply similar fishing techniques in your area.

[@waynejackson2182]

Thanks for the feedback

[@FishAnything]

Hope it helps! Tight lines Wayne

[@billbohobo3633]

I fish a specific river Doe River here in TN. The water is moving all the time. I've always gotten frustrated with fishing a jig and plastic bc I'm not sure if I should still twitch the jig or not. I've seen sculpin and trout there. I did 4 years ago see a could small smallmouths.

[@cccccc4144]

love this! please make more of these videos.

[@FishAnything]

Will probably do more office videos this winter 👊🏽🤠👊🏽

[@fishingwith_ej]

This was so helpful! Thanks ethan!

[@FishAnything]

Happy it helped!! Tight lines 👊🏽

[@troyseal9877]

I want to hear the story about your uncle at the wedding. 🤣. Great video all fact.

[@FishAnything]

Honestly I made that up and realized I couldn’t think of a specific uncle this applies to after the fact 😂😂

[@davidarwood6264]

It's a saying. Everyone's got that uncle. I think I'm the one. 😅 or used to be.....mostly. 😅

[@jasonmizuno6117]

Looks like a micro ned head, is a mule jig different?

[@DavidAraujoRapid]

Thank you! Great video

[@FishAnything]

Thank you David!

[@Mike_Just_Mike]

Love your gear. I know I'm going to catch fish. Maybe a creek 6" chub or a 3# bass. Fish eat mules.

[@FishAnything]

Love to hear it! You the man Michael 👊🏽

[@Fether_outdoors]

Thanks Ethan!! Love the informative content! 👌

[@FishAnything]

Thank you!!

[@saikinninpo]

In Japan, horse mackerel is caught in the sea using a 1lb to 2lb ester line and a 02g to 2g jig head.

[@waynejackson2182]

Great content Ethane,my question is I live in Colorado and I do a lot of trout fishing do you have any suggestions on what to use?

[@FishAnything]

Trout fishing can vary from spot to spot, but my top choices would be to either run a Horse Fly under a float similar to fly fishing under a strike indicator. Or I also like to twitch a Mule Minnow 3.2 through deeper pools and look for more aggressive trout.

[@nickmoutdoorfun3263]

From shore, how do you cast the small jigs (1/32) a decent distance? I always struggle to cast beyond 15-18 feet due to the lack of weight. I am using a 4 lb test on an ultralight rod and its still a struggle.

[@FishAnything]

It is all about gear selection. A size 1000 reel on a decent ultralight will usually do the job, but the line is the most important piece of the puzzle. I like low diameter, smooth, braided line or I tend to go with a 2lb variety of copolymer or polyester line. Those options increase distance substantially. Phenix Iron Feather 5lb braid is my current favorite.

[@HenryGonzales-rc9vo]

I would really love to try the mule jigs but I can’t find them here in Deep South Texas. Is there a link where I can order some. They look like they will work awesome and would love to try them.

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Henry! They are available at www.mulefishing.com

[@HenryGonzales-rc9vo]

@@FishAnything Thank you for the link. I have placed an order. Can’t wait for them to come in. I ordered the mule minnow 2.2 in white and the donkey tail in true chartreuse. Can’t wait to get them in the water . Thanks

[@jasonskarda9153]

So here is a question. I have a lake that has mostly wood cover like branches, log, limbs and trees. What is the best way to stop getting my jigs stuck in this type of cover? My product idea is a version of the Mule Jig that allows the bait to be fished like a Texas rig. I keep losing jigs on branches and brush piles. I catch a lot of fish, but lose a lot of jigs in the process. I think ZMan created a version of the Shroom Jig that allows for a TX rig setup. Any thoughts Ethan? Mule Fishing is my favorite tackle company hands down!

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Jason, Brush and trees can definitely be a challenge for the ultralight angler. While I also enjoy a "Texas Rig" style jig offering, it is not exactly suited for the ultralight style of fishing as it requires more hookset power (stronger rod and line) to drive proper hook penetration. I definitely will look into some weedless options for innovation, but for the time being, I would say that opting for the lightest possible jig you can get away with is usually the best way to avoid major snags. I like to fish directly in cover with lighter jigs, which helps the jig keep from falling deep into the cover and allows me to "feel it through" a bit better.

[@romanramos5125]

Ethan! Hey man I’ve tried looking up a videos on the shimano nexave ultralight combo with no luck. Could you do a review on it? Would be great to know your thoughts on it!

[@FishAnything]

I will look into this!

[@JasonQuevedo-z4n]

Where do you get all these micro fishing lures

[@FishAnything]

www.mulefishing.com 👊🏽🤠👊🏽

[@AllenMuriera]

What do you use for stocked fish? Im struggling here in california on stocked fish. Ive had trout come to check out a donkey tail, and just swim off or ignore it completely

[@FishAnything]

I don't fish for a lot of stocked trout so I can't tell you exactly what to do there. But you might try adding a little scent to your presentation if it is allowed. Otherwise, downsizing your line diameter may also help. They have really good eyesight

[@craigbell3675]

Do you have any suppliers in Canada really like your product but can't seem to find any up here. Love the videos have been watching for a few years have always enjoyed ultralight fishing.

[@FishAnything]

Not at this time, but I do ship directly to Canada!

[@BBJangler]

I am from Mindanao Philippines, ours is brackish water, what tikniks shud I apply?

[@FishAnything]

I can't say I have ever fished your waters, but I personally think the drift and twitch is applicable for pretty much any situation.

[@lDarden]

When do the bundles restock?

[@FishAnything]

Trout bundle is back! The other two are pending soft plastics restocks, likely mid July as long as everything goes as planned.

[@lDarden]

@@FishAnything thank you can’t wait to get my hands on the panfish bundle

[@freddyj5845]

Do you still recommend the TFT Pan rod for all purpose rod? Or do you have a new favorite all purpose? Thanks!

[@FishAnything]

The TFO is still one of the best options out there. I prefer my Phenix Elixir but it is a pricier rod so I only recommend that if it is in budget. Both are great!

[@freddyj5845]

@@FishAnythingawesome! Thank you for your quick response. I am in the market for UL. Keep up the great work!

[@squirrellydan1277]

What rod were you holding in this video?

[@FishAnything]

Moonshine Rambler!

[@Ms.Lowang22]

Can Ultralight rod hold on high current river?

[@FishAnything]

I guess it is hard for me to say without seeing what you are talking about, but if you are fishing a river with a lot of current, it may not hurt to increase the size of gear you are using to ensure you are able to fight fish back without too many issues.

[@wolfrenville-1088]

Are they good for fishing trout

[@FishAnything]

Yes they can work well for trout!

[@wolfrenville-1088]

What's good for trout fishing jigs

[@FishAnything]

Horse Fly is my favorite! But the Mule Minnow 3.2 can be a great twitch lure too.

[@kunaiwithchain5278]

How’s the water up there in Michigan?

[@Mike_Just_Mike]

Caught a really good large mouth at half time on Thanksgiving. 3.2 mule minnow, 1/32 jighead.

[@JoeNajorFishing]

Cold! I was on Lake Saint Clair on 11/27 and the water temp was 34 degrees.

[@kunaiwithchain5278]

@@JoeNajorFishing wow. Here we’ve got about 1-1.5 inches of ice in Nebraska

[@FishAnything]

It’s definitely getting cold! Michael that’s awesome you caught a nice one. My 2 year old son and I caught a nice chunky bass on Thanksgiving on the mule minnow 2.2 🤠👊🏽

[@srd2408]

The emphasis on slow makes sense. A sluggish fish won’t commit to a fast jig

[@FishAnything]

🤠👊🏽 thanks for watching!

[@stby_outdoors]

Drug a donkey tail across the bottom this afternoon and got a couple of bass

[@FishAnything]

Love to hear it! Keep up the good work 👊🏽

[@elijahthompson3899]

@2:40 My grandma always said “you can catch a big fish on a little hook, but you can’t catch a little fish on a big hook.”

[@FishAnything]

This is a great saying!!

[@elijahthompson3899]

@@FishAnything It’s one I have always kept in mind, my daughters and I are about to go try our first packs of Donkey Tail Jr. and 1.2” Mule Minnows!