Jigs are probably the most popular lure for walleye fishing, as well as for catching any kind of fish, and they work nearly every time. Therefore, you should always keep jigs around as a part of your walleye fishing gear. There are three major things to consider when choosing a jig: style, weight, and hook composition. Since jigs are in direct contact with the bottom of the body of water and need to remain steady on the floor, the weight of your choice becomes an important consideration right off the bat, making sure you are on the lake or river floor. If the water is less than 10 feet deep, an eighth ounce model will do the trick, while depths up to 20 feet need something a bit heavier, like a quarter ounce jig. The style of jig in your walleye fishing gear is going to be dictated based on your intent; round- or ball-headed jigs are the most popular.
As you can see, there are literally hundreds of options in baits or lures that should be in your walleye fishing gear, and there are a great deal of recommendations to adhere to when choosing your rod, reel, and line.
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