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See the fishing tripsHow to choose jig for squid fishing?
You have decided to catch squid and the choice of your jigs will make you nervous? That's normal! There are so many different types, prices, colors, sizes, coatings and weights that there is enough to turn your head!
Here are some tips and tricks to help you make your trip a success.
Which jig color should I choose?
The color of your jig is essential, even decisive. It is according to the weather conditions and the time of day that you must choose the right shade.
In order to anticipate any potential climate change or to continue your activity at any time, it is strongly recommended to bring with you a panel of different colors and to make your choice in real time.
To put it simply: in clear weather, we will opt for a light jig and in dark weather, we will choose a dark jig.
For day fishing
- In clear water: natural colors that imitate fish or shrimp. Choose a dominant blue, brown and green.
- In dirty water or overcast weather: more flashy, more visible colors.
To fish at sunset
- Whatever the color of the water: green tones, yellow, gold, purple.
For night fishing
- In bright water: choose natural tones; those used during the day in clear water will do the job. Choose models that reflect light reflections.
- In dimly lit water: dare to use fluorescent colors, pink and flashy colors as well as phosphorescent models.
Nevertheless, the all-purpose colors that are generally unanimously accepted are orange and pink, which very often give good results.
Which size to choose?
It is advisable to choose the size of your jig according to the size of the prey surveyed in the area: the larger the jig, the larger squid it yields.
A more complex parameter, the size of the jig influences the rate of descent. Squid being present on several layers of water, you must prospect until you find the most suitable one. When you choose your jig, memorize its rate of descent (usually specified on its packaging). After launching your jig, wait for the number of seconds required for it to be close to the bottom from the beginning of your animation and subtract 2 seconds at each throw: the goal is to prospect the entire water layer.
For example, a size 1.5 jig measures 4.5 cm in length and weighs 3g, its descent rate is 9 seconds per meter while a size 4.5 jig (which measures 16 cm and weighs 33 g) allows you a descent rate of 2.2 seconds per meter.
For more attractive jig
It is possible to add attractant to your lure. Squid, fish, sardine etc. gel can make the difference.
The same is true for some stickers that may increase the visual attractiveness of your jig or phosphorescent jigs that reflect light and UV.
