Johnny Jigs

Vanfook Jigen Grippy Rear Assist Hook

$8.99 - $9.99

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Description

Short type single that is ideal as a support assist A short assist for the rear that is effective when inviting and killing large blue-backed fish with a high pitch / combination jerk. It serves as a support hook for a large jig with a highly appealing silhouette, and is also effective in situations where you want to change the fall speed. Since the assist line is firmly wrapped around the jigging hook "Jigen Grippy" with a tube and tied, it is perfect to prevent the hook from slipping out. Hook: Jigen Grippy (JH-40) Assist line: Jigging assist line (J-AL) 200LB Ring: Assist ring (A-PR) #S Size Qty #4/0 3 pcs #5/0 3 pcs #6/0 3 pcs #7/0 3 pcs

Field Notes

Use this as a rear assist hook on offshore jigs, especially for high-pitch and combination jerk jigging. It is designed to stay secured to the jig and help maintain hookup efficiency when fish are striking from behind or when you want to alter the jig's fall behavior.

Pros

  • Short rear-assist design for jigging applications
  • Secure wrapped/tubed connection helps prevent slippage
  • Available in multiple heavy-duty hook sizes

Cons

  • Only useful as a jig accessory, not a standalone lure
  • Best suited to offshore jig setups rather than general-purpose fishing

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