The history of jigging Blackfish in NJ as I know it

[SaltLife1980]

Originally Posted by Topeka Boy

Gonna Have to learn how to jig My pb is 9 lbs I need a dd badMatbe this can do it.. Merry Christmas to all my friends.

I feel your pain!! Im stuck at 9.2!!!!!

[jmurr711]

Learned lighter & longer leader seems to help when thy get picky but what do i know I'm only averaging 17 keepers a trip this fall none on a jig

[fishingmortgageman]

Originally Posted by Boston Pete

I know jigging catches fish but for me the bite of a blackfish on a whole white crab is what keeps me coming back
I've caught tog on jigs and that bite doesn't compare.
Don't mean to pee in your Cherrios on this post but just wondering if anyone feels the same.

I know what you are saying Pete about the whole crab bite, but there are some days that the blackfish are sitting on the bottom looking up. On these days they take your crab on the way down and then head for the hills. It is pretty exciting when you set the hook on a big one that is already off to the races.

[Boston Pete]

Of course there are those days when the fish are picky and you have to switch it up, that's why I bring some jigs with me. Fishing has been so good the last few years I haven't had to use a jig. I'll take that "bite" over a few extra fish any day.
Jmo.....

Eric just read your post on jigging togs,great job.Should encourage others to give it a shot.Thanks for the legend you put before my name,but there is nothing legendary about me.I break the inlet ,ask the LORD to guide me and keep us safe.Then i try my best to put the guys on the meat.Healthy happy new year to all.capt.tommy joseph

[Man Workin]

Maybe nothing legendary, lol. But I have been on the water fishing around you for some time and you are a very respectful Captain in regards to safety and the way you go about things. It's nice to share the ocean with a vessel such as yours, no B.S.

Brian Ciesielski
Man Workin

[ytuna]

You are too modest Tommy. You are a legend for your fishing knowledge (not many left that use ranges to get on a great piece that has been giving up fish for decades). But more importantly you are valued for your humanity, warmth, faith and positive outlook. Very few of us would be able to carry the load you carry with grace. More than a legend, you are a role model.

Bill

[Joey Dah Fish]

Boy Tommy they're really piling in on 😜😜😜😜 cudos to you for working hard to maintain your well deserved reputation

[tautog]

Legendary is just a polite way of saying really old.

[MVP]

Originally Posted by ytuna

You are too modest Tommy. You are a legend for your fishing knowledge (not many left that use ranges to get on a great piece that has been giving up fish for decades). But more importantly you are valued for your humanity, warmth, faith and positive outlook. Very few of us would be able to carry the load you carry with grace. More than a legend, you are a role model.

Bill

Could not have said it better Bill.