Newport Ri 2010 Squid Season

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[quote name='JoeCT' post='18413' date='Apr 17 2010, 07:57 PM']Hey guys, new to the forum. Quick question about squid jigs for a place like Goat Island: When using jigs like a yozuri do you recommend inlining them (chain of jigs attached at top ring and bottom ring) or using dropper loops? Also, for a weight at the bottom would you suggest a sinker or a weighted squid jig?



Thanks for any help![/quote]



Welcome Joe.



Personally, I do the drop loops. Usually 2. 3 when theyre running thick. No more than 3. I'll use a 1/2 - 1oz weight. I usually dont go heavier than that unless I'm high up on the bridge or the tide's running pretty strong. The reason I dont do the weighted squid on the bottom is because of getting snagged. Youd be surprised of whats down there at the bottom in squidding/jigging territory. So I like the sinkers.



When theyre being picky, try using 1 jig directly tied to the line or attached to a snap swivel. I've found they dont really mind the snap. I use black. Cast out & let it sink a bit. Jerk jerk, sink. Repeat. Vary your speed. Sometimes they grab it on the surface. Love it when they do that. Experiment. Dont be afraid to use different tactics. And if youre superstitious like I am, do what you gotta do lol. Even if you look like a friggin idiot doing it. But if youre slaying them who cares. <img src='http://www.squidfish.net/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clown.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':woot:' />



Tight lines <img src='http://www.squidfish.net/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/fishing.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':rod:' />