The Imitative Slow Swimmer
Peanut Jigs
Peanut Jigs are ideal for light tackle casting applications when false albacore, bonito, striped bass, and bluefish are feeding on micro bait and ignoring standard-sized lures. With their aerodynamic design, durable finish, and lifelike action, these jigs excel in high-pressure conditions where precision matters most.
In this video, Capt. Mike demonstrated how to effectively use the Hogy Peanut Jig to target finicky False Albacore.
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“The Imitative Slow Wobbler.”
The Hogy Peanut Jig Series:
The Hogy Peanut Jig Series was inspired by the classic fishing phrase: "Elephants eat peanuts." But what that phrase misses is that when fish are keyed in on small bait, they’re often more selective than an elephant at a carnival. Downsizing isn’t just about size—it’s about matching movement, profile, and presentation.
That’s why we built the Peanut Jig Series with:
A slow, wobbling swimming action for a natural, effortless baitfish presentation.
- Highly imitative patterns to match small forage like peanut bunker, sand eels, and anchovies.
- Compact, long-casting design to reach blitzing fish even in windy conditions.
- Where: Adaptable for all anglers targeting finicky albies, stripers, bluefish, bonito and even light tackle bluefin tuna feeding on micro-forage near the surface.
When to Use: Effective year-round, especially during baitfish migrations in spring and fall.
How To Use: Cast directly into surface feeds or breaking fish. Retrieve at varying speeds to mimic fleeing baitfish, adjusting to the behavior of the target species.
Why It Works: Provides an easy-to-use, durable solution for targeting finicky fish that are keyed in on small bait. The Peanut Jig Lure’s long-casting ability, durable finish, and lifelike appearance make it a trusted tool in any angler’s tackle box.
In-Line Hook Rigging
Hogy Peanut Jig's
Size Options for the Peanut Jig Series
Peanut Jig (1 oz, 2 oz): Best for casting to false albacore and bonito in clear water.
Peanut Chovy Jig (3/8 oz, 5/8 oz): Excellent when fish are feeding on tiny anchovies and bay anchovies.
Peanut Sand Eel Jig (1.25 oz): Perfect for targeting striped bass, bluefish, and other species when tiny sand eels are abundant.
"These jigs have saved my butt more than a couple of times on both albies AND stripers. Long 15lb leaders give the Peanut Jigs the best action. I always fish slow, with the rod tip up and a few pauses." - Mike Hogan
FAQ
Quick answers for most commonly asked questions about the Hogy Peanut Jigs and fishing applications.
What situations favor the Peanut Jig over the Hogy Epoxy Jig?
The Peanut Jig is best when: Fish are feeding on small bait and require a more natural swimming action. Windy conditions make it harder to reach fish with a lightweight epoxy jig and you need extra casting weight while keeping a small bait profile. While the Peanut Jig loses some of the finesse and flutter of the Epoxy Jig, it gains distance and stability in rough conditions.
What are the best retrieval techniques for the Peanut Jig?
It can be fished multiple ways depending on the scenario:
Slow and Steady Retrieve – Produces a natural wobble, ideal for scattered fish circling dense bait balls.
Skippy Retrieve on the Surface – Burn it with the rod tip high to mimic escaping bait and trigger reaction strikes from fast-moving feeders.
Sink and Flutter – Let it fall, then twitch and pause—best when heavy feeding slows down at slack tide.
Will the Peanut Jig work with a high-speed retrieve?
Yes! The skippy retrieve across the surface is deadly for albies and bonito. A fast burn with intermittent pauseswill also trigger reaction strikes from aggressive fish.
Does the Peanut Jig work for vertical jigging?
Yes, and it’s extremely effective in shallow water under 25 feet.
It has a fluttering action on the drop, making it ideal for sea bass, tog, and even fluke.
Many anglers catch blackfish (tog) on the Chovy color—without even using bait.
What’s the best knot for maximizing action?
A loop knot is recommended for allowing the jig to swim naturally and providing better movement on slow retrieves.
What’s the best way to store and maintain the Peanut Jig?
Use a small mesh roll-up bag from Hogy to
keep jigs organized, protected, and easy to access.
The jigs can be washed directly in the mesh bag to remove salt and extend their lifespan.
TIPS & TECHNIQUE
HOGY PEANUT JIGS
How To: Fish the Peanut Jig Slow & Low for Finicky Ablies
Albies on the Rocks - Hogy Peanut Jig
In the Field Blog
Deep Dives
Technique: Walk and Gun Peanut Jig Casting Albies
Roll Up Storage
Keep all your in-line hook rigged 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 Peanut Jigs.
- Hassle free multi-pouch storage.
- Sturdy and durable locking wrap.
Peanut Jig Casting 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
