For those of you who have never jigged for Redfish, you truly don’t know what you’re missing. Fishing with popping corks and other lures is great when it comes to Redfish, but my favorite approach is jigging. You’re right— it’s often seen as old-fashioned—but it’s not only an effective way to catch fish, it’s also a fun alternative that anglers of nearly any skill level can enjoy. First, let’s talk about the best places to use the jigging strategy for Redfish. I’ve found that areas close to shore with rocky structure or other forms of underwater relief can be very productive. Be cautious, though—watch how close you get to the rocks with your boat and avoid spots where you’re likely to snag your lure and line. It only takes one hang-up to learn that lesson the hard way. I typically use a 7-foot rod rigged with 25–30-pound fluorocarbon, tied to about a 2-ounce bucktail, and baited with a large mullet (6 inches or more). If mullets are scarce, I’ll substitute a 6-inch Gulp bait, which works surprisingly well when fresh bait isn’t available.
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