Fishing a Jig and Minnow Throughout the Summer

By Sam Hanggl – Wired 2 Fish

If you pay attention to bass fishing culture, its no secret that a jig and minnow is all the rave. This rig consists of a spinning rod, light line and a soft plastic minnow rigged on a lightweight jig head. This rig initially gained popularity due to its success rate targeting suspended fish. Many anglers found success using this rig in the fall and winter to target suspending fish that are feeding on balls of bait. While this is undoubtably a great scenario for a jig and minnow, this rig is extremely versatile and can be used basically year round. Most anglers think that a jig and minnow is only productive in the winter, however we’re here to tell you why you should fish a jig and minnow throughout the summer as well. CONTINUE READING