I understand the basics of jig skipping with a baitcaster. I practiced for a while last time I was out and did so so. I am curious to see what type jig head yall are using for skipping? I have watched GMAN do it like he invented it with a Ball head Finesse jig.

Any suggestions that you think might help are appreciated. Thanks guys.

-JP

Practice practice practice. Its something that just flat out takes time. Eventually it will be second nature and you can do it with all styles of jigs. Its more in the execution that jig head. Arkie jigs are definitely easier to skip and probably the best to do so but executing the cast (how hard to cast/angle of the cast/raising rod tip etc) correctly is imparative to be accurate and no just slam the jig in the water. Juet keep at it. There will be an "ahha" moment once you find the right power to throw and where to cast the jig to hit the water first.

1- less is more. go light on the elbow grease until you get good. and even then you'll go light lol. try for one skip that jumps 5 ft. NOT 5 skips over 20ft.

2-focus on the first point of water contact aka skip spot. all normal casting and accuracy involves focusing on the final spot u want ur lure to hit. i found that to be counter productive when learning to skip b/c my lure actually landed at the opening of the dock. stare at the spot on the water where you want ur lure to first touch down. start casting to that spot only and getting one or two skips.

after you get better...

move ur eye's from that stop to the dock and back to that spot again. kind of like lining up a pool table shot...from the cue ball, to the sink ball, to the pocket, back to the cue ball for execution.

i don't get too caught up in jig heads and trailers. am i going to change out my jig and trailer every time i come across a new dock or tree? no. you just learn to make due with what you have tied on. spinning gear is MUCH easier.

good luck

The alien head jigs from northstar skip really well for me and as usual I almost only use 3/8 oz.