We fish the 1/4 ounce up to 3/4.The hit from below comes for us 75% uv the time on the drop hang on to your rod and hat especially in shallow water the pause is crucial at certain times also.Troll Cast Vertical…..D.D.
Very versatile baits. On Lake MI, I vertical jig them 1 to 3 feet up and let them flutter down, cast out and sweep my rod for a quick burst forward/pause action, or steady retrieve like a spoon.
Deep rocky points on inland lakes I like a quick snap up and a slow flutter down. Smallies will crush them.
Rivers, I like to slowly pump them up/down 6 to 12″ along current breaks