How to Jig Walleyes in Current (Walleye Fishing Tips and Techniques)

In this short tip video Larry explains the proper technique on how to jig walleyes in current. Whether in a river and lake and you're dealing with current it's important o have the right size jig, the right line, and the right pole in order to get the best and most productive action to land more fish!

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[DisplacedCzech]

In strong current we use a trolling motor to drift at the same speed as the current to keep the line vertical. The motor is necessary to compensate for wind and differences in surface vs bottom current.

[KELLEYSrUS]

This is very well explained and helpful for where I fish. Thanks Larry.

[zacharya]

Larry i just wanted to tell you that me and my dad are your biggest fans of all fans love your episodes

[GODS_OUTLAW]

Wow thanks alot for the tips, I can catch bass all day but walleye is another story.

[country]

Thanks Larry, well explained, Ill try that, I thought about that and wondered if that would work? 👍🎣

[thomasmark]

Seems like everywhere I search. It's live minnows. We don't use those in quebec Canada. Usually use a split tail in this situation. I was searching for a video on how to switch jigs faster while using a mono or flouro leader. Only way is to take the time to actually bite off the leader. I fish derbies in Northern quebec and were only allowed to use one rod and reel. With possible spare rod or reel of our choice. It's not like pro derbies. U get all options to make things easier. For us. Especially chaning conditions. Can't stick to one rod used for jigging or trolling or whatever. So we really have to commit to that rod style. It's tough. Our biggest derby is 50 k in cash.

[brysonwalker]

Does that also work with blade baits in current

[Detroitson]

I’m talking about Detroit river current that’s no current right there that you’re fishing in do you want to see current come to Marine city, Michigan

[steveletson]

Where I am from, Saginaw, this would be poor technique. We try to stay as vertical as possible.

[timidb]

Ive found that mikado fishunter tt
The one with silverish blue sides, black back and a little red under the "jaw" of the jig
Works incredibly well for walleye
I was catching absolutely nothing for a week straight, then i tried the fishunter and i got a 35 cm walleye on my first cast and a 60 cm walleye on my second cast.

And then some good size perch as well.

Not really releated to the video but just a tip for a good jig.