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Bass Fishing: Jig-and-Pig
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Published: November 27, 2006
Reeling in a big one is the greatest thrill of bass fishing. There's nothing more exciting than fighting a largemouth after a long day of sitting out on the water. A jig-and-pig is a great tool for catching big bass. It is meant to look like their normal prey, tricking them into hooking themselves on your line.
What is it?
Jig-and-pig is bass fishing tackle made up of a lead headed jig with a rubber skirt and a pork frog for a trailer. How did it get a name like pork frog? The pork frog trailer takes the shape of a frog's body: somewhat thick in the center with two curved legs that form a heart shape behind. It was originally made out of actual pork that had to be stored in brine so it wouldn't dry out and harden. Today most people use plastic trailers instead, but the saltiness and fluid movement of the original can be advantageous. With plastic however, there is no worry over problems like bait drying out or leaking salt all over the equipment.
The idea behind the jig is that it should look like a crayfish to the bass. This type of lure can use a variation of trailers. A similar form of tackle is the jig-and-eel, which instead use longer, skinnier trailer bait like a worm or lizard. The idea is the same for all of these lures.
Why use it?
Unlike many flavor-of-the-week lures, which have caused great excitement in the past only to then be left behind when fish get used to them, the jig-and-pig has never gotten old. It is a very practical and effective way of tricking the fish into thinking it has found a meal. The lure has become very popular in bass fishing contests because it attracts bigger fish. While many bass fishing competitions have been cutting back on how many fish are allowed, the fisherman have shifted their focus on catching large fish instead of a large amount.
The nice thing about the jig-and-pig is its universality. The lure set can be used any time of the year in any season and at any depths. It works the best in the cold months of January and February, especially when using pork chunks, as plastic lures tend to lose movement due to the cold water.
The jig comes in many forms so try out a few different ones to see which works best in your fishing habitat. When bass fishing the experience of using a jig can differ, depending on what the fish want. Some may go for it right when it starts sinking while others may wait for you to hop or jerk it a few times first. The key is to pay attention and learn what type of trailer and presentation get the greatest results. Remember that the purpose is to trick the fish into thinking they are going after real crayfish.
Reaneau, Jim. The Jig and Pig. 2005. BassFishin.com. 22 November 2006. http://www.bassfishin.com/article28.htm
Bassdozer, Russ. Jig No Pig!. Bassdozer.com. 22 November 2006. http://www.bassdozer.com/articles/jignopig.shtml
Garrison, Ronnie. Fishing a Jig and Pig. 2006. About, Inc. 22 November 2006. http://fishing.about.com/cs/bassfishing/a/aa031031 a.htm
What is it?
Jig-and-pig is bass fishing tackle made up of a lead headed jig with a rubber skirt and a pork frog for a trailer. How did it get a name like pork frog? The pork frog trailer takes the shape of a frog's body: somewhat thick in the center with two curved legs that form a heart shape behind. It was originally made out of actual pork that had to be stored in brine so it wouldn't dry out and harden. Today most people use plastic trailers instead, but the saltiness and fluid movement of the original can be advantageous. With plastic however, there is no worry over problems like bait drying out or leaking salt all over the equipment.
The idea behind the jig is that it should look like a crayfish to the bass. This type of lure can use a variation of trailers. A similar form of tackle is the jig-and-eel, which instead use longer, skinnier trailer bait like a worm or lizard. The idea is the same for all of these lures.
Why use it?
Unlike many flavor-of-the-week lures, which have caused great excitement in the past only to then be left behind when fish get used to them, the jig-and-pig has never gotten old. It is a very practical and effective way of tricking the fish into thinking it has found a meal. The lure has become very popular in bass fishing contests because it attracts bigger fish. While many bass fishing competitions have been cutting back on how many fish are allowed, the fisherman have shifted their focus on catching large fish instead of a large amount.
The nice thing about the jig-and-pig is its universality. The lure set can be used any time of the year in any season and at any depths. It works the best in the cold months of January and February, especially when using pork chunks, as plastic lures tend to lose movement due to the cold water.
The jig comes in many forms so try out a few different ones to see which works best in your fishing habitat. When bass fishing the experience of using a jig can differ, depending on what the fish want. Some may go for it right when it starts sinking while others may wait for you to hop or jerk it a few times first. The key is to pay attention and learn what type of trailer and presentation get the greatest results. Remember that the purpose is to trick the fish into thinking they are going after real crayfish.
Reaneau, Jim. The Jig and Pig. 2005. BassFishin.com. 22 November 2006. http://www.bassfishin.com/article28.htm
Bassdozer, Russ. Jig No Pig!. Bassdozer.com. 22 November 2006. http://www.bassdozer.com/articles/jignopig.shtml
Garrison, Ronnie. Fishing a Jig and Pig. 2006. About, Inc. 22 November 2006. http://fishing.about.com/cs/bassfishing/a/aa031031 a.htm
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