Inshore Casting Jigs:
Heavy Minnow Jigs
The Hogy Heavy Minnow is a micro metal with mega performance, designed for maximum casting distance with a small profile. Built with a dense, thick-body construction, it cuts through wind, making it a go-to lure for surf casting, boat casting, and shallow-water jigging.
Capt. Mike Hogan shows us how to utilize the fast sinking & erratic twitch action of the Heavy Minnow Jig for targeting shallow water Seabass.
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Micro Metal, Mega Performance.
The Heavy Minnow Jig:
With inline single hooks for solid hook-ups and healthy releases, the Hogy Heavy Minnow is perfect for anglers who need distance, depth, and versatility in a compact package. Plus, it stores easily in small or medium roll-up bags, making it an efficient tool for light-tackle fishing.
Key Features & Benefits
Compact,
Thick-Profile Body for Maximum Casting Distance: Packs serious weight into a small body, cutting through wind for exceptional long-range casting. Allows anglers to reach distant fish with small profile lures.
Small Profile for Matching Tiny Bait: Mimics juvenile baitfish like anchovies, silversides, and sand eels. Perfect for finicky fish feeding on micro forage but staying far away.
High Flutter Action: Unique Dual-Taper design offers erratic flutter action to mimic the appearance and movement of small crab, shrimp or squid, common prey for bottom-dwelling species.
How To Use:
Long-Distance Surf Casting: Cast far beyond the breakers, let it sink briefly, then retrieve at a steady to fast pace. Creates a flashy, erratic motion that mimics small bait fleeing predators.
Shallow-Water Jigging Technique: Drop to the bottom, then hop it up with short rod lifts, allowing it to flutter down. Triggers reaction strikes from sea
bass, porgies, and other structure-oriented fish.
High-Speed Albie Retrieve Technique: Cast beyond the school and
retrieve as fast as possible, keeping the lure near the surface. Mimics a panicked baitfish, a proven method for triggering albies and bonito.
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“These things cast way out to wherever you aim. Especially great in cross currents and wind. Been a late summer confidence lure for me, in every color too. The single VMC hooks hold up very well.” Hogy Customer Andrew C.
FAQ
Quick answers for most commonly asked questions about the Heavy Minnow Jigs and fishing applications.
How should I store the Hogy Heavy Minnow?
The best way to store the Heavy Minnow is in a small or medium mesh roll-up bag. This keeps it organized, prevents tangling, and allows it to dry properly after use. Inline hooks help prevent snags in your tackle bag.
Can I jig the Hogy Heavy Minnow?
Absolutely! The Heavy Minnow is an excellent jigging lure, especially in shallow water for sea bass, porgies, and striped bass. It drops fast, and its compact shape gives it a fluttering, darting action on the lift.
What colors match different baitfish?
Squid Imitation: Pink
Sand Eels & Peanut Bunker: Olive, Green
Herring & Silversides: Silver Side (Silverside)
Is this good for false albacore?
Yes! Approximately 50% of Heavy minnow sales are targeted for False Albies. The small profile and high density make it perfect for long-range albie fishing. It matches tiny baitfish while casting much farther than traditional soft plastics.
How does the Heavy Minnow compare to traditional metals?
The Hogy Heavy Minnow offers:
- A smaller profile with the same weight, making it better for selective fish.
- A controlled fall, meaning less tumbling and fewer missed strikes.
- Inline hooks for better landing ratios and safer releases.
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Heavy Minnow Jig Storage
Keep all your Heavy Minnow Jigs carefully stored in one place with easy to rinse and store marine grade mesh storage bags.
- Easy-rinse marine grade mesh.
- Holds up to 12 Heavy Minnow Jigs
- Hassle free multi-pouch storage.
- Sturdy and durable locking wrap.
Heavy Minnow Jig Rods
Built with a soft, yet sensitive blank, these rods resist accidental breakage due to high sticking but still offer high sensitivity to light bites on smaller presentations, plus they have plenty of backbone in the blank to apply added pressure for larger inshore species. Paired with an appropriately sized reel, these are a pleasure to fish for daily applications.
- Mod-Fast Action Black For Increased Sensitivity.
- Premium Grade Cork Grip
- Heavy Duty Locking Aluminum Reel Seat
- Premium Ceramic Guides
