Basic Jigging Technique

Anyone can crank a reel and yank a rod with a jig on the other end, however there is so much more to jigging than just that. When I first started out I'm always searching on-line for jigging techniques. People are always talking about a "JERK" here and a "PITCH" there, but what is a jerk ( it ain't what you are thinking of right now) or a pitch?

In the simplest way possible,
JERK = lifting the rod
PITCH = 1 round on the reel's handle

Thus, 1 pitch 1 jerk = lifting the rod while turning the handle simultaneously.

Sounds easy but it isn't and it is hard to explain jigging actions in words. Luckily there are a couple of very good jigging DVDs that cover the basics of jigging techniques

The first DVD features Mr Kubo and light jigging setups.


The second DVD features Mr Kitamura , owner of the very popular jigging tackle company, CB One.

The third DVD covers numerous jigging actions such as 1 pitch 1 jerk, 1 pitch 1/4 jerk, Chaka Chaka technique etc. This DVD is part 1of 2, and there is a part 2 DVD. I've never seen part 2 but judging from the quality of the first DVD, part 2 shouldn't be too bad.

The 3 DVDS contains tons of information for anglers picking up jigging, however they are only available in Japanese.

Also, you can try searching online for more information on jigging as it is getting so popular. Jigging is fun, but personally it is also quite technical so it won't hurt learning more.