what looks like/appears to be, a very simple technique, it really is way more challenging than it appears on the surface. Good video. Thanks for sharing
I really like the Ryugi jig head hooks with the eye going from side to side, over the front to back versions; it seems to keep the jig head at the 90 degrees perfectly, even after a hook set.
First off my latest shipment of core tackle gear came today. And there was a sticker in there, man I was so excited almost more excited to have a car tackle sticker then the new baits thank you for sharing the tips. This is the second time I've heard somebody say keep your bait above the fish. That's something I was guilty at not doing. As this is a technique I am trying to learn myself at the at the moment. So I don't have any tips or tricks to share because I have no clue what I am doing yet.
Great advice. People who claim it’s easy don’t know what they’re talking about. That illusion of prey escaping seems to be the key. I’ve tried to carry that over to other horizontal lures, especially swimbaits and jerkbaits. That has worked better for me than with the Damiki Rig itself.
Zman baits are the only ones I use. The buoyancy offsets the heavier jig head to keep the bait horizontal.
Thanks for sharing
what looks like/appears to be, a very simple technique, it really is way more challenging than it appears on the surface. Good video. Thanks for sharing
Agreed!
I really like the Ryugi jig head hooks with the eye going from side to side, over the front to back versions; it seems to keep the jig head at the 90 degrees perfectly, even after a hook set.
Ryugi - Yesss! 😍
I’ll check it out
My favorite Damiki rig bait is the Deps Sakamata. The body roll is 🔥
It’s a good one!
Thx for the tips Matt. Do you think the core tackle jig head to stroll works as well or better?
I think the hover rig and TUSH work great for it
The loop knot is the difference between catching and not for me. I have found that a 3 inch straight tail on a 1/4 oz. Guppy head works best as well.
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for sharing Matt
You bet!
First off my latest shipment of core tackle gear came today. And there was a sticker in there, man I was so excited almost more excited to have a car tackle sticker then the new baits thank you for sharing the tips. This is the second time I've heard somebody say keep your bait above the fish. That's something I was guilty at not doing. As this is a technique I am trying to learn myself at the at the moment. So I don't have any tips or tricks to share because I have no clue what I am doing yet.
You can do it and glad you liked the sticker!
Great advice. People who claim it’s easy don’t know what they’re talking about. That illusion of prey escaping seems to be the key. I’ve tried to carry that over to other horizontal lures, especially swimbaits and jerkbaits. That has worked better for me than with the Damiki Rig itself.
Well said!
Good tips Matt 👍
Thanks 👍
Good points. But I was waiting for a discussion of the Damiki head itself.
Maybe next time
Thank you
You're welcome
Thanks Matt
Anytime
Go kick some ass on the James River Matt!!!
Will do
🍺Thanks Matt.🤠
You bet!
I really need to get better at this technique. I suck at it so far.
You can do it
👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks for watching