Different rods excel at different disciplines; surf rods tend to be longer to allow for greater casting leverage, whereas trolling rods tend to be shorter and heavier to stand up to the rigors of trolling, and to put pressure on big fish more effectively.
Slow pitch jigging rods are no exception, despite the fact that slow pitch jigging is somewhat more of a niche discipline than many other fishing pursuits.
Even so, there are a few things that make a slow pitch jigging rod just right for the application, which is something the folks at Johnny Jigs should know, given that they are the uncontested leaders in all things slow pitch jigging.
They’ve recently released the JohnnyJIgs Slow Jigger Elite Series rods, an addition to the extremely popular Pro Jigger.
Here’s what they offer enterprising slow pitch anglers.
Ideal Length, Multiple Weights (Plus Color-Coded Power Bands)
Anyone who’s ever dropped a slow pitch jig will tell you, rod length and power matter a lot.
Rod length is one of the primary determinants of efficiency; a longer rod affords more leverage but with a heavier jig will tire you out more quickly.
The Slow Jigger Elite series are 6’9”, which offers the ideal balance of length and leverage without accelerating fatigue.
Moreover, these rods are available in four rod weights (or power levels, if you will) each ideally engineered for fishing slow pitches jigs of a given weight. They’re equipped with a color-coded “power band” system that makes rod power level easy to identify at a glance, too.
These rods, depending on power level, are optimized for fishing slow pitch jigs as light as you want, all the way up through 600g.
Comfortable and Durable EVA Grips
In addition to rod length, the design and material of a rod’s grips and butt will also impact angler comfort, as well as how quickly a fisherman gets tired, especially when working a heavy jig.
That being the case, Slow Jigger Elite series rods are outfitted with durable and comfortable premium EVA grips.
These grips not only improve comfort and leverage but protect and cushion the rod when it’s in a holder, or stowed. Like many other slow pitch jigging rods, they’re also outfitted with triggers under the reel seat that boost both control and comfort.
A Fuji Reel Seat and Spiral-Wrapped Fuji Guides
Slow Jigger Elite Series rods are also equipped with premium Fuji reel seats and Fuji spiral-wrapped guides.
These top-tier reel seats aren’t just a premium option for their own sake; they improve sensitivity massively, so that you can feel everything happening down there at the terminal end of your line.
As for the spiral-wrapped Fuji guides, these help prevent tip wrap and increase control while reducing line friction, minimizing the risk of damage to your rod and line, and reducing the risk of a lost fish.
Perfect for Beginners and Experienced Slow Pitch Jiggers
Given the comfort and premium features of these slow pitch jigging rods, they are perfect not just for beginners and other experienced anglers looking to get into slow pitch jigging, but also for highly experienced slow pitch jiggers looking for a new outfit to round out their arsenal.
Learn More at Johnny Jigs Today
Interested in learning more about these slow pitch jigging rods? Visit Johnny Jigs. In addition to these and other slow pitch jigging rods, they carry a variety of premium reels ideal for slow pitch jigging, from Shimano, Daiwa, and other top brands, along with a wide assortment of slow pitch jigs, other artificials, and jigging tools. Check out their collection today and get in touch with them directly if you have any questions.
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