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Artificial lures and jigs are an integral component of fishing for predatory species; the devices are made to mimic small fish in the water, and there are many different types. Fish can be very picky, and one lure might not produce results, whereas the fish takes another lure first cast. Most fishermen have a good collection of jigs and lures, and in this article, we outline the various types.
A plug is a hard plastic lure made to look like a small fish; they are either a single piece or multiple pieces that have several treble hooks attached. Some plugs float, some sink a couple of feet, and some slowly sink to the bottom; of course, the fisherman uses the rod to give the plug a look of an injured fish, jerking the line randomly.
A jig typically has a weight on the head and hooks at the rear, which effectively mimics the movement of a small fish. You can order Nomad Design snook jigs online directly from the manufacturer or find a retail store near you. The best way to use a jig is to cast out and let the jig sink to the bottom, then start jigging the rod tip and reeling in line, pulling from side to side, letting the jig drop and rise.
A spinner has a silver spoon that rotates as the lure is pulled through the water, which causes light to glint, and this gets noticed by predatory fish. Spinners normally work best just under the surface, and the more you spin, the more skilful you will be at manipulating the lure; try different spots, different depths and different spinners until you get a hit. A couple of hooks are attached at the rear or on the side.
The range is very diverse, with bright and dull colours; when using these lures, experiment with how you reel in the lure by varying the speed and direction. For the best selection of plastic lures, search online for a leading US producer and order a few that look right for your fishing.
Fishing is all about trial and error, and with a good selection of jigs & lures, you can experiment, and hopefully, you will hit on the right combination of lure and movement and land that monster fish!
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