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How to catch mutton snapper with slow-pitch jigging
Explore deep reef ledges with a 200 g slow-pitch jig, working near the bottom and through the water column.
The method
This slow-pitch jigging method explores the deep reef edge where sand meets coral, using contour lines to choose a drift. A 200 g jig is worked near the bottom and through the water column, with adjustments for current and structure. The demonstrations show spot selection and jig movement; a mutton snapper is caught during this exploratory reef session.
See it in action
Slow Pitch Jigging for GIANT MUTTON SNAPPER | finding fishing spot basics & tactics (opens in a new tab)
South Florida SALT · Main demonstration
Gear & bait
01 / Rod
Star Plasma II slow-pitch rod
Star Plasma II slow-pitch jigging rod.
02 / Reel
Conventional jigging reel
Accurate Boss Fury 600N narrow-spool conventional reel.
04 / Leader
40 lb monofilament leader
40 lb monofilament leader, approximately 15 ft long.
05 / Jig
200 g slow-pitch jig
200 g JYG slow-pitch jig fitted with four hooks. Work it near the bottom and through the water column.
06 / Tool
GPS and fish finder
GPS and fish finder for reading bottom contours, choosing a drift and locating fish.
07 / Tool
Fishing glove
Fishing glove for jigging.
08 / Tool
Ice for the catch
Ice for keeping the catch cold.