AngSpec wrote:
Up until last year, I would have said that I prefer to jig fish on the Q as there is certainly more activity (100+ fish days). However, as we've expandedour trolling techniques and experimented with new things (leadcore, Dipsys, Riggers, Slide Divers), I much rather prefer trolling.
Furthermore; not to knock jigging, I feel there is more "planning" and "hunting" when it comes to trolling. Depths, Dive Curves, Bait selection/color, water temps, wind etc. There are more variables (IMO) that are involved which make landing that troll fish more rewarding. Some days you WORK VERY HARD for those fish and when a plan comes together, it feels more rewarding. Not to mention when 4 guys on a boat dive for a rod and mayhem ensues. It's quite comical!
Don't get me wrong, I love to drag jigs, but I am more fulfilled when a fish comes from trolling. Regardless of size....
Great topic Hodgey..
Jigging is an art-Trolling is science.
Jigging includes boat control, feel, depth, presentation and other variables. If you can't feel the bite or know what one is you will have a tough time landing a fish.
Trolling, put the presentation together and you should catch fish. If I give a buddy the right info(lure-colour and depth down, speed and location he should be able to catch fish.
I like to catch fish(bass, walleye, musky, salmon-trout perch) regardless of technique. A good old friend of mine said it is all about "making memories".
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