Why I'm Hooked On Using Screw In Jig Heads

I've been using screw in jig heads for most of my bottom-bouncing lately, and it has saved me a massive amount of frustration on the water. If you've spent any real time casting soft plastics, you know exactly what I'm talking about. You're out there, the bite is slow, and you finally feel that subtle thump. You set the hook, miss, and reel back in only to find your expensive plastic lure bunched up at the bend of the hook like a pair of saggy pants. It's annoying, it ruins the action of the bait, and if you're fishing around structure, it almost guarantees you're going to get snagged. ...

May 3, 2026 · 7 min · Rylee Cale