Johnny Jigs

Flat Back Blue/Pink Glow Slow Pitch Jig

$10.99 - $22.99

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Description

Johnny Jigs® Flat Back Slow Pitch Jig – Darting Flutter with Fast Drop Performance The Johnny Jigs® Flat Back Slow Pitch Jig is one of the most proven and versatile jigs in our lineup. Built with a center-weighted design and flat back profile , this jig delivers a highly productive darting flutter action when worked with proper slow pitch technique, closely imitating an injured baitfish struggling through the water column. One of the key advantages of the Flat Back jig is its moderately fast drop speed , allowing anglers to reach bottom efficiently even in moderate current conditions . Once pitched, the flat back surface causes the jig to dart and flutter unpredictably, triggering reaction strikes from nearby predators. This combination of controlled sink rate and erratic flutter makes the Flat Back an excellent choice when targeting bottom-dwelling species like grouper, snapper, and other reef predators . However, its darting action often attracts bites throughout the water column as well—so don’t be surprised when it gets crushed by amberjack, tuna, or other aggressive pelagic species during the retrieve. Available in both Micro sizes (60g and 90g) and traditional slow pitch weights up to 300g , the Flat Back jig remains one of the most effective all-around slow pitch jigs for a wide range of depths, species, and conditions. Key Features Center-weighted design produces a darting flutter action Flat back profile creates erratic movement during the slow pitch retrieve Moderately fast sink rate reaches bottom efficiently Effective across a wide range of depths and current conditions Deadly for grouper, snapper, amberjack, tuna, and reef predators Pre-Rigged & Ready to Fish Each Johnny Jigs® Flat Back Slow Pitch Jig comes pre-rigged with JJ Pro Jigger® Assist Hooks and heavy-duty Triple Split Rings so it’s ready to fish right out of the package. Weight Jig Length Hook Size Hook Style Split Ring 60g 4.125" 3/0 Top Twin #4 90g 4.75" 3/0 Top Twin #4 130g 5.25" 4/0 Single #5 190g 6.0" 5/0 Single #5 300g 7.0" 6/0 Single #5 Drop it deep and let it dart. The Johnny Jigs® Flat Back Slow Pitch Jig combines efficient descent with a highly productive flutter that consistently triggers strikes.

Specifications

Category

Offshore Jigs

Sink Rate

fast sink

Target Species

offshore

Techniques

jigging, vertical jigging

Water Column

variable

Action

darting flutter

Conditions

current, open water, rocky

Field Notes

Use this slow pitch jig when fishing near bottom structure, reefs, or deeper water where a controlled fluttering fall can trigger reaction strikes. It is designed for slow pitch jigging with lift-and-fall presentations and can also draw bites from pelagic fish during the retrieve, especially in moderate current.

Pros

  • Darting flutter action on the fall
  • Fast drop helps reach bottom efficiently
  • Works on both bottom species and pelagics
  • Good in moderate current

Cons

  • Requires proper slow pitch technique
  • Less specialized than a dedicated speed jig or popper

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