Why New Jig Fisherman Fail To Catch Bass | Offshore Jig Fishing

[@yeeturmcbeetur8197]

This video. The entire thing; should be kept in a museum.

[@strydershadow391]

I've fished jigs for 45 years. They are my number one go to bait for bass. I find myself in agreement with all you say in this video. Most fishermen don't detect the strikes. The most common take is the one that feels like the weight on the end of the rod is gone, so you're feeling nothing. The best takes are that solid thunk. That's the one that makes me love fishing jigs.

[@haywireinohio]

Jonny, i have to tell you this. i am 64 years old, fish out of a 1954 Alumacraft jon boat. I've been watching your videos regarding offshore fishing, and videos about fish finders. Feeling encouraged, i purchased a Lowrance Reveal 7 tripleshot system. I was on the water setting up the finder and completely amazed at the bottom structure in Smith Mountain Lake. Within 100 yards of the dock i came across a secondary point drop off from 10 to 25 feet. Well, just like you said, I looked for structure and looked for white dots holding just off the structure. So i pulled up on that spot and BAM....15" BASS. I adjusted my bait and threw again....BAM another 15" bass! I've never been an offshore type jig fisherman, and cant remember EVER catching a fish on a jig. But just like you said, football jig with a Misslebait trailer and I'm in business!!! Thanks for all the videos and advice. I cant wait to actually get to the area I want to map. I have a feeling im gonna boat some huge fish......thanks to you!

[@johnman84]

I accidentally found your video as a trout guy.... 2 days later and I'm surrounded by bass lures practicing my new baitcaster in my backyard.... Great videos, great voice, great explanations!

[@DubH46]

I'm terrible at jig fishing, but after watching this I now know I've missed a lot of bass while jig fishing. Thanks for all this.

[@jmwalls73]

Jonny is the absolute best instruction out there. So much knowledge and such a positive attitude...Jonny remains the best!

[@michaellamb1342]

I’ve been throwing 3/4 football jigs for years. Caught so many good fish on that bait. I always have a 3/4 football jig tied on, love them. I’m a line watcher. On occasion I’ll cast my jig out and I kinda know how long its gonna take to get to the bottom. When it doesn’t do that, I set the hook! Bass will on occasion catch it on the fall also. Again great videos, keep them coming.

[@ronniemartin8391]

Truth

[@biggulpist]

I learned by cutting the hook off of jig getting into a small creek or pond and casting the jig closing my eyes and feeling what the jig was doing. Feel the rocks,sticks,or wood it was a real eye opener now it second nature just like your method. I would also force myself to use jig only leaving all my other baits at home. I really like the videos you put out they are really good information for all thank you for your expertise.

[@rynebozzell]

Hi Jonny. Thanks for this very excellent instruction. I watched this video Tuesday, took this knowledge to the lake Wednesday and I caught fish in deep water on a jig, just like you said. Keep up the good work. Be well.

[@paulchristensen9227]

Here we go again...... another excellent video! Your knowledge and passion really come through in your work. You, without question, have the best tutoriel fishing channel on KZbin. I'm still waiting for the encyclopedic tome to come out in print!

[@berks8260]

I’d have to say this is the best explanation of how to detect a bite that I have ever heard, I needed it.Great job,,,,,

[@peterher3791]

There are few good jig fisherman, you sir are one of them.

[@nobodyman4833]

The professor speaks. We listen.

[@drumandball]

I was already planning on dragging a 3/4 ounce football jig around tomorrow. Now that I've got this extra info, its about to go down!

[@outdoorsman9384]

Genius Johnny Sage no doubt

[@wr5x]

hehehe "strokin the jig" xD but still excellent presentation! Thanks man!

[@MurkyWaterCentral]

Hey man thank you!! I watch your videos all the time and you have help make me a better jig fisher!! I use a jig as a graph so to speak!! Thanks!!

[@edwardthach1849]

Really informative video and gave me more confidence to try jigs more. I have caught only a single bass on a jig ever and it was basically by accident since I didn't really feel the bite (it felt like a log) and I'm trying to give jigs and soft plastics more of a chance.

[@ejzabojnik834]

Great information on jig fishing. In your video you talk about the jig feeling stuck but you are not sure and you lift the rod to try and detect what it is. One thing that I learned to do over the years jig fishing is when I feel that it may be stuck I will lightly shake the rod tip. Many times when it is a fish that will cause them to bite. If you shake it and nothing happens then it is most likely stuck on something and you are not feeling a fish. Also make sure you watch your line if you pause the jig. Many times you will not feel the bite but your line will be moving, and the fish already has your jig even though you felt nothing.

[@D34ThL1VeS]

I've been trying to learn jig fishing and this just helped me a ton. Just today, I got that "weightless" feeling and was so confused - I thought maybe my leader line let go or something - but now I'm pretty certain I got bit and didn't even know it. I'm definitely going to have to focus up more when fishing these. Thanks for the tips, your videos are amazingly instructive!

[@joegrande4848]

It's good if you not sure gently jerk rod a couple times. If pull gets aggressive an rod tip dances up an down. Reel line parallel to water. Once rod I'd parallel to water stop reeling drop rod tip say phrase I'm going to set the hook then set hook by pulling rod up an back really really hard an keep rod tip high. Let fish drag out line, reel in some line. Then let fish pull out more line reel in some. Soon as it slows down line letting out line fish is getting tired an reel that bad boy in. If you use flipping jig use no more than 1oz if u get a bite or not sure gently jerk rod tip if rod dances an pulls back reel line parallel to water stop reel drop rod tip an say I'm going to set the hook an lean back keep pressure to reel fish in

[@ridered6153]

Great tips Jonny. If i could only have 1 bait it would be a jig. My confidence and go to bait year around. This is one of the best videos i've ever seen. All of my big bass i typically never felt the bite, just lost contact with the bottom. Never heard that talked about but is a key to jig fishing. Thanks

[@curtishildebrandt8653]

fantastic retrieve patterns will definitely do these retrieves THANK YOU on this info

[@marchallaert7372]

Great tutorial. Can’t wait to get on the water and try it out.

[@robpatterson2441]

Best breakdown on jug bites I've heard and spot on, Jonny!

[@kidiraq8381]

Pausing with the rod is something I never thought of! Super Awesome tip Jonny! I won’t lie, I was completely convinced the bass in my lake were secretly picking up my jig and spitting them into lay downs just so I’d get snagged!! Lol. God Bless! 🤘🏻

[@charlespinson6693]

I really appreciate the science you place behind your post! Thank you.....

[@razr199]

Glad I found you on KZbin. Love the videos bud.

[@tsukongyomiyang715]

I enjoy your vids because your lessons helps us improve as an anglers by looking for the simplest things to adjust. Keep up the uploads!

[@butchpeyton2469]

I am terrible at fishing with a jig. Confidence in a bait is 75% of the battle. Great video and I know that the jig is productive, but never for me the few times I have fished it.

[@getthenet2358]

I have to always come back for a refresher with your videos due to technique or season. Great job thanks for making us better!

[@PCAPastorTrav]

I’ve been wanting to watch this video long before you made it. Thanks so much.

[@sirronbailey3109]

This is great that really helps him out with my offshore football jig fishing. I have always struggled with that. You are the best at what you do hands down God bless!!!

[@kenreilley1434]

I was doing ok while the waters in lakes Mead and Mohave were warmer, but now that it's finally turned cold and the fish have gone deep -- which can mean anywhere from 40' to well over a hundred feet deep out here -- I'm not pulling them in as consistently as I was. I blame this almost entirely on how much I suck at fishing jigs deep off the bottom, but I feel like this vid has given me a huge head start in the right direction. Thanks!

[@WAEofFishing]

When I teach people, the nothing there bite is the hardest to explain. Great explanation

[@nextleveljb]

Awesome video! This was the information I needed to catch my first bass on Jig fishing!

[@cmoore586]

Great vid! just started jigging and found the animations you used when describing the retrieve was very helpful

[@roguefisherman8950]

Man this was great. I'm new to jig fishing and this was super helpful.

[@lonniehall9006]

Great show again, that’s what happened to me, when I was with you at table rock lake. Thanks

[@JB-pg6ju]

Bro i love watching ur videos...u explain every single thing...very informative thx a bunch... Bro no joke you are the best video fishing guy on the entire Internet. The way you explain things in detail everything from electronics all the way to jig fishing tips Lake fishing info I mean you are the entire package the best ive ever seen The way you explain things in detail everything from electronics all the way to jig fishing tips Lake fishing info I mean you are the entire package the best ive ever seen...

[@jordanspalding6446]

I had the same weightless feeling yesterday and it puzzled me lol. Great explanation

[@kylesnowdon8498]

Wow, thanks for the great info! going to rewatch a couple more times!!

[@huescaroja5078]

Great guy number 1 sure i support you thanks sr.

[@rookiehooksetslt3352]

Johnny you are a awesome fisherman 👍

[@Austin_Torres]

Very informative I learn more every-time when every latest video form your channel. I always pull up on the jig. I’ll try pulling to the side more on jigs.

[@frankguido8753]

very high quality vids, great explanation

[@brockgoodwin5291]

Everyone knows Johnny prefers the stroking action over any other!!!

[@sandycohen9862]

I have always loved jigs, swimming jigs are my favorite, football is great but coming from So.Jersey the lakes are shallow hence a lot of weeds .I guess jigs fit better to my style of fishing. Love your Vids Jon

[@BankFishVince]

Outstanding video!🤙🏾🔥🔥🎣💯

[@miketadlock4150]

Great instructional video!

[@bretthumphrey6642]

Love your videos man keep them coming!!

[@jamilgill3987]

Another excellent video. Thank you!

[@natehershberger2227]

Great video as always very useful information! 👌

[@ship4427]

Thanx for the knowledge.

[@mikegardiner3934]

Great tips Jonny!

[@vanglyvv]

After watching this video my jig fishing turn from maybe 1 fish every 3-4 trips to being skunkproof for 2020. Thanks FTM

[@tomday17]

Excellent info once again. I'd be interested in your thoughts on the advantages of fluorocarbon over braid for jig fishing.....and maybe a future video with your recommendations on when to use what line.

[@jimknowles5483]

Yes Johnny, please respond to this question? Great work Johnny!

[@Cooleyobass]

Great advice !

[@b_rad556]

Your tips are so helpful

[@MrBA812]

Good video, I love jigs but offshore can be a challenge 👍

[@serafindearmas1422]

Like a teacher,good videos

[@owengahan8537]

Followed your advise with the jig and ended up catching a smallmouth and a 40 inch musky surprisingly.

[@ICYPROFITS]

Thanks for teaching me how to stroke my jig

[@ericdesanto1831]

Please say more about the sensations of fish v cover in all lure types. I am a newby. I have only caught fish on topwater. I have to believe I just don't know what a fish feels like on many other baits. I would love a series a videos that dives into that idea. Thank you.

[@jlforgenfab5746]

Stroking action😂😂😂 it's all good bro

[@kentm7465]

This video of golden! Thanks Bro.

[@jeffmock3032]

Great stuff!

[@joegrande4848]

If you're unsure another way is gently jerk the rod. If you get pull back an the pull back is aggressive an rod tip starts bouncing up an down after jerking rod gently it's a fish. Reel down til rods parallel to water, once rods parallel to water drop rod tip angled down, say phrase I'm going to set the hook an pull rod tip back really really hard with the jig. If you use a flipping jig in grass lean back as you raise rod tip to 12 oclock.

[@PICAFUMO675]

Another great video. Thanks a lot! How about a hair jig instructions video?

[@FishtheMoment]

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[@maxs_fishing]

Such a good video

[@LonniePawl]

Nice video man

[@fredspindler7446]

thanks

[@The_Bass_Stunters]

Honestly I see my line moving toward back to me a lot more than left or right when I have a fish on a jig bite. My 8 pounder did that with the Texas rig Damiki Knock out and I almost missed her.

[@markpetro9520]

Hey there FtM! You may have already answered this...During the pull retrieve method, does it matter what side you pull toward? I’m wondering if it changes for LH VS RH baitcaster use in regards to your reel retrieve, twitch, hookset, etc. Let me know and thanks for the excellent info. Keep it up!

[@ronniemartin8391]

Always be a line watcher👀

[@victorsimonsen921]

great tips thanks

[@stevevoelker2733]

Great info Johnny. A couple things.....it seems I am missing some fish while loading up to set the hook. I will put tension on the line when I think a fish is there and if I think a fish is there I will reel down while lowering the rod. When the rod is "low and loaded" I will set the hook. Is this poor technique? Should I set the hook with whatever leverage I have as soon as I feel it? Also, you demonstrated your 4 side sweep retrieves but it seems most of the time in video clips I see you forward facing using vertical techniques. Do you do both and just side sweep more often. Why the apparent discrepency?

[@FishtheMoment]

Hey Steve. I plan on making a video about how to set the hook next week and that should answer your first question. As far as the retrieve, I sweep to the side most of the time. The only exception is when I'm fishing around tall pieces of cover like brushpiles and rock piles. Then I move my rod more vertically to pull the bait over the cover and not get hung up. I didn't mention this because I thought it would cause confusion among new anglers watching this video.

[@stevevoelker2733]

@@FishtheMoment got it. Thanks Johnny.

[@judweaver3635]

If you have enough room to effectively set the hook, then set it. If not, reel down fast & set then. If you feel like you had a soft set, give another medium set to sink it in. You may be taking too long & the fish spits it out. Using a bait scent can help fish hold on a few seconds longer as well as enticing a bite.

[@stevevoelker2733]

@@judweaver3635 thanks Jud. What bait scent do you like to use?

[@HazyIPA15]

excellent smithers

[@jflesh.bassin4948]

Great Video, Jonny. Very informative! One question that I have relates to bottom composition. I hear a lot of jig fishermen referring to "Painting Rocks" or "Counting Rocks" with a jig. The problem being that the lakes that I fish here in West Tennessee actually have very little rock in them. We have some hard bottom, but it's usually harder soil, not rock. Do you still find the jig to be effective in these types of lakes? Or is having rock sort of a "Must" for fishing a jig effectively? I have friends in other states that swear by the jig, and they all talk about dragging across rock, but I struggle to get the number of bites on the jig that I would like to. Is the lack of rock killing the effectiveness? Or can dragging a jig through dirt, mud or sand be equally effective, in your experience?

[@edd1610]

great video and really useful info...do you modify your jigs at all? thanks

[@robbiebrown4653]

Great tutorial. Rippnlipps

[@anthonyleone9605]

What do you mean when you say off shore, I thought that was deep water in the middle of the lake. From this video it looks like off shore is when your are further away from bank. Is this what you mean? Thanks for another great video.

[@XJustinJusticeX]

I'm looking to get into off shore fishing with a jig. But when you're describing the feeling of lifting up for the 4+ seconds because the bass has it sitting in its mouth. You don't feel like when the bass feels that pressure of the line that he won't spit it? I feel like it would be the same as using a rubber senko and on the initial drop you have a suspended bass and he just sucks it in his mouth and still sits there. That way when you go to play the bait you feel tension on the line and the bass lets go of the bait

[@Chrisweist]

Hey Johnny, Great video as usual and so informative. Jig fishing as well is one of my favorite techniques year around. Quick question though......I wouldn’t consider myself a pro fisherman by any means but definitely an average to slightly above average fisherman. I can find fish on graph, rock/brush piles, and get bit most of the time some way some how with the occasional skunk of course with no bites. I have been really focusing last 3 years on Graph efficiency and finding active feeding fish and just in general trying to figure out fish movements and patterns throughout the year. As well as trying to figure out local forage patterns/habits and when and where they are mainly being pray for the predator fish. Im having one huge problem though. I want to fish some bigger tournaments here in S.C./Georgia/N.C but I just don’t feel I’m there yet. I do really well in small tournaments or club tournaments or on days at the lake by myself. Where the problem is my weight at end of day. I feel I can catch 5 fish and get Bit through out the day, but to be honest my average weight is between 7-10 lbs. I can not seem to figure out on my graph when I’m looking at a good group of fish or not. I will get a good solid hard return with the particular color pallet I use at 20’-30’ (which is a Green to yellow to orange to red return) and it will only be a 1.5-2 lb fish. I even dedicate days to only drop shoting on these returns on certain days to try and figure out what caliber of fish I’m looking at. I’m really trying to key in on more quality fish with fewer bites. I even try to fish smaller groups of fish (4-7) that I see on graph thinking these might be larger more mature fish. I can NOT , to save my life, figure out when I’m looking at 1-2lbs fish verse 3-6 lbs fish. Is this even possible first and for most. Second, do you have any suggestions. Thank you for all the time you take to make these very informative videos and share with us the public. Your a very Humble man that is a Great Angler. Keep up the great work man.

[@FishtheMoment]

Hey Chis. I'm glad you enjoy the videos! I know exactly what you're talking about and struggled with the same thing when I was younger. It's hard to answer that question without knowing your lakes, species of fish, etc. The best way I can help you is through a 1-on-1 video lesson. I offer them on my website and we can breakdown your lakes with a focus on bigger fish. You can find the lessons on my website: fishthemoment.com

[@jordanspalding6446]

Btw, u really need to collab with Billy Lawson (yourlakeforkguide) would be a great vid. He’s a great teacher as well

[@brucer9409]

Jonny I went to site to checkout the rod but didn't see a MH 7'4, though there was a Heavy in that length? I'm guessing it was the Heavy power you referred to?

[@joeyguyton799]

i am gonna try these techniques. My friends and competition have beat me for years fishing a jig. Always fished it wrong shallow and have never fished it deep. I hope to start getting those kicker fish I need come tournament days. Do you have a preference of trailors?

[@harrysample894]

Great info again. I have had problems with hook set. I've actually had larger bass hit the jig but never get it to the boat. Fight the fish for more than a minute before the fish just letting go (it seems). What am I doing wrong?

[@FishtheMoment]

I'm planning on making a video about setting the hook next week! It should help you out

[@thomassurratt2936]

I like to make my jigs with a little bit bigger hook than most 1/2 5/0 3/4 6/0. Mustad or gamakatsu, I think that bigger hook helps what's your thoughts

[@TheMannyduckslayer]

Awesome video, I usually throw 1/2oz jigs on my favorite rod that Max’s out at 3/4oz, is it better to throw a rod with a 1oz max or heavier for 3/4oz jigs?

[@ejzabojnik834]

I throw jigs on a rod with a lure rating of 3/8-1 oz {4 power rating} for 3/8 and 1/2oz jigs. For 3/4oz jigs I use a rod that has a max lure rating of 1.5 oz. All the jigs I throw either pitching style or football head have a stout hook and I want to make sure the rod is stiff enough to get a good hook set. I don't use light wire jigs although they do make them. If you are getting good hook sets on the rod you are using then stick with it. I would use a rod with a 3/4 lure max rating for 1/4-5/16 oz jigs. To me those are finesse jigs and would be more difficult to throw with a heavier action rod.

[@kenneth9874]

A 1/2oz jig may be heavier than 3/4oz with the trailer,put one on a scale you may be surprised

[@Mjones8383]

Do you fish up the slope or down the slope more? And is there any reason to do one or the other

[@guangguangpro]

Hey, prof, fan from China. loving a lot your vedio and trying to catch every session. Can I ask what kind of micro u are using as well as the bgms？

[@WildBillHabiki]

remember kids don't forget to check your line for frays.

[@kenzika2584]

Have you fished Greers Ferry Lake in AR if so elaborate

[@jamesrobertsonfishing]

Question for the group. How do you fish a jig in heavy vegetation? I try, but its constantly covered in weeds. I would love to become a better jig fisherman

[@ean_u679]

Depending on length and density of the vegetation, different jigs can be more effective than others. For heavier, longer weeds, a swim jig or flipping jig will be effective to skim across the top of vegetation. For shorter, more scattered vegetation, a football, flipping or swim jig will work as you can hop the jig easily out of the cover and back down with minimal snags. If you’re consistently getting weeds, make sure your weed guard is intact and in position. Texas rigged plastics also work well for the thick stuff. Tight lines!

[@mr.skeptical3071]

Why isn't this guy in bassmasters/flw??

[@dustinhohner2098]

for me I keep my index finger on the line. I feel a small tap come through. I destroy every fish in new mexico with 1/8 jig head with 3 inch pumpkin tube. I use a spinning reel though.

[@charlesjohnson8805]

Tackle Warehouse show this rod in 7'2" med hvy & 7'4" hvy. Which are you using in the video?

[@FishtheMoment]

Charles Johnson 7’4” heavy

[@j.christopherhickman2060]

Can you tell ? Do you ever fish in a mud bottom . There is not much rock bottoms in south miss rivers

[@toolfist88]

Hey you put your Rod as 7’4” but only comes in Heavy!, not Med.Heavy??

[@kenneth9874]

He's using a heavy

[@rogerervin9199]

Pulling fast is like throwing a square bill on the bottom out deep. 70% of time is a lot. And your other best fish Cather is a crank bait