Reel
Jigging reel
How to fish a jigging reel for Jigging, Slow-Pitch Jigging.
Characteristics
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Spool
Revolving
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Mount
Over
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Drag
Star
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Retrieve
Manual
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Anti-reverse
Yes
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Habitats
Saltwater, Brackish
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Methods
Jigging, Slow-Pitch Jigging
Narrow spool
Narrow design helps line lay evenly during fast jigging retrieves.
Star drag
Adjustable star wheel controls line tension to fight heavy fish.
Handle
Long power crank arm provides leverage for vertical jigging.
What fish can you catch with a jigging reel?
What is a jigging reel used for?
A jigging reel is a compact, high-speed conventional for working metal jigs. A short retrieve picks up slack fast.
How is a jigging reel different from similar gear?
Built for jigging and slow pitch jigging, not a trolling spreader. Electric is the powered sibling for deeper water.
When should you use a jigging reel?
Use it on a jigging or slow-pitch rod when you are lifting and dropping a jig from a boat.
What problems does a jigging reel solve?
It recovers line quickly between pitches so the jig stays in the zone.
Jigging reel size chart
Common sizes and ratings for this part of the kit.
- 10 6.2:1 10 kg
- 15 6.2:1 14 kg
- 20 7.0:1 18 kg