Jerkbaiting And Spybaiting

[WiregrassRiverRat]

So I know that spybaiting is to be done slow.. and jerkbaiting.. well the name implies.. but what is the difference in application (WHEN TO USE WHAT) as I have never really used either.... very interested however.

[FishingMastah1]

So I know that spybaiting is to be done slow.. and jerkbaiting.. well the name implies.. but what is the difference in application (WHEN TO USE WHAT) as I have never really used either.... very interested however.

When to use what? When the fish aren't biting one, switch to the other... then the next, and the next until you get bit.

[kickerfish1]

From the research I have done spybaiting was developed as a presentation to use on pressured fish, in very clear water, when they are still somewhat aggressive, and generally somewhat warmer waters (not ice out or pre ice up). The disadvantage of spybaiting is that it has to be constantly retrieved to maintain action and depth. Jerkbaits are similar but the key difference is their ability to stay in the strike zone longer, can be paused for any legnth of time, and seem to trigger inactive fish easier and work better in colder water. Experiment a bit with both to see what's best for your waters based on time of year, water clarity, water temp, and overall fish activity level.