If there’s a universal lure every angler should carry in his or her tackle box, there’s a strong argument it should be a small jig. These versatile lures will be referred to in this article as ...

BIG LAKE, Minn. — Sitting in an Ice Castle fish house parked in his driveway, veteran ice tournament angler Lawrence Luoma described the evolution of his tackle and fishing techniques during the past ...

During the early season before the spawn, crappie and panfish bites can be difficult to detect at times with traditional methods. They're much lighter than what you'll get during the spawn and in the ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › What is a jig? Well, depending on who you’re talking to a jig could be anything from a ...

Lakes throughout Minnesota are giving up nice numbers of panfish. Many anglers recommend small tungsten jigs or jigging spoons tipped with a minnow head for the most success. Anglers will want to stay ...

Hello folks, today we're on the ice looking for panfish. We've baited up with superworms, butter worms, and a ...

RAMSEY, Minn. — A small minnow suspended beneath a float is a standard crappie offering across the Upper Midwest. Similarly, many bluegill anglers rarely use anything other than a small jig tipped ...

Tom Gossett checked the shade line on the water caused by the morning sun and cast a cricket where his instincts told him the big bream would be. His brightly colored, weighted foam cork disappeared ...

What makes a good jig? Honestly, it’s not that complicated. The two main considerations are size and color. For size, I’ll use anything from a 1/8 ounce to micro jigs that are 1/64 or even 1/80 ounce.