Jimmy D's River Bugs

Minnesota’s Traditional Black Bear Jig

$2.5

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Description

This time honored jig is what the ‘old timers’ (even older than I) swore by. It is a “no frills” jig – just hook and hair. Black round head. A super tough jig with a look that only Black Bear hair can provide. I am using a strong but bendable hook to help you if you snag-up. I have tried to stick with the original… a step back in time jig.

Specifications

Category

Jigs

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting, jigging

Water Column

bottom

Action

subtle pulsing hair action

Conditions

clear water, cold water, open water, rocky

Field Notes

A simple hair jig for presenting a subtle profile around cover, edges, and deeper water. It can be swum slowly or hopped along the bottom, and the black bear hair gives it a natural, pulsing look on the retrieve. Best when fish want a low-profile bait rather than a flashy one.

Pros

  • Simple, time-tested hair jig design
  • Natural pulsing action from black bear hair
  • Strong but bendable hook helps free snags

Cons

  • No added flash or bulk for drawing fish from far away
  • Hair can be less durable than synthetic materials

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