Jig weight
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Match jig head weight to water depth, current and plastic size — the classic "can't feel the bottom" problem.
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The classic problem: you can't feel the bottom. This calculator matches jig head weight to water depth, current or wind, and the size of your soft plastic — then checks whether your rod's power rating fits the result.
You can't feel bottom contact, your line bows hard in current, or bites come on the fall but you never feel the tick. Go one size up until you can comfortably maintain contact.
In still water start around 1/4 oz at 8–12 ft; add one step for noticeable current or wind. Use the calculator for an exact starting point with your plastic size and rod.
No — depth and current set the weight. Rod power decides whether your rod can fish that weight well. The calculator tells you when your rod is out of its comfort zone.
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