Jigs or Flipping?

[Greg Carlson]

I've decided to devote 2012 to learning two new techniques. I've decided one of them will be the drop shot. However I'm stuck on the second. I've narrowed it down to jig fishing or flipping (not the casting technique). What do you guys think is a more valuable skill. Any input is appreciated.

[Tavery5]

Welcome to the forums Greg, sorry I can't be of much help with the DS rig, I don't have the patience to use it much. There are allot of different types of jigs and different ways to use them, all of them can be very productive and often produce big fish. I am interested in what you mean by fipping, I am only aware of the casting technique, maybe you can explain in a little more detail.

Anyway, welcome again, I am sure you will get allot of interesting responses to your question.

[Greg Carlson]

By flipping I mean using the casting technique, to fish close quarters in some of the thickest cover, or dock pilings, etc. It generally involves heavy weights, strong lines and rods, and big baits.

[skeeter1804]

Flipping and pitching is a must know technique in my opinion, probably 50% of my fish are caught using it. The drop shot is also a very universal technique. I use it in shallow water ( under 10 ft) and have had good success. Learning both ways to fish would benefit you as a fisherman. If I was going to focus on only one I would choose the drop shot because it will work on any lake in any season.

[Tavery5]

Originally Posted by Greg Carlson

By flipping I mean using the casting technique, to fish close quarters in some of the thickest cover, or dock pilings, etc. It generally involves heavy weights, strong lines and rods, and big baits.

So your not interested in learning to flip finesse jigs and small t-rigged plastics to laydowns or isololated cover, just the heavy stuff?

If that is the case then in my opinion you are selling your self short on the technique, many times fish will want a bait with a slower fall, and are not interested in baits that sink past them quickly. Anyway good luck with your new techniques, I am sure the guys here will be able to answer any questions you have.
















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