Mono for jerkbaits? 2025
HookSetDon reply :
Which type of line do you use for jerkbaitin, ive used braid for the last couple of years but I found I lost a few fish last year on the hookset due to zero stretch, the fish would break the line or id rip the hooks out of the fish on the last jerk. according to what ive read mono is ideal for both action and a delay for the hook set, which should help prevent the break offs, as for brands of mono which do you suggest?
hookingem reply :
I use Yo-Zuri Hybrid on my Jerbait rod. If I was gonna use a mono instead a co-poly I'd go with Suffix.
roadwarrior reply :
Mike McClelland, BASS Pro and designer of the McStick
Talked about this in Nashville at The Bass University
seminar. He strongly recommends monofilament for
jerkbaits. Mike Iaconelli agreed!
8-)
midnighthrasher reply :
I use Suffix Siege 12lb. Works great. I used to use yozuri hybrid but i hated it. Power pro 30lb is a good alternative but you have to be gentle on the hookset and on the jerk.
WanderLust reply :
QuoteMike McClelland, BASS Pro and designer of the McStickTalked about this in Nashville at The Bass University
seminar. He strongly recommends monofilament for
jerkbaits. Mike Iaconelli agreed!
8-)
Interesting... I keep at least one rod with Stren rigged at all times.
The majority of my pointer fish last year were on straight braid or braid with a Fluoro leader. I used a slower speed reel & a rod with a moderate action for this though.
HookSetDon reply :
QuoteMike McClelland, BASS Pro and designer of the McStickTalked about this in Nashville at The Bass University
seminar. He strongly recommends monofilament for
jerkbaits. Mike Iaconelli agreed!
8-)
yea I read the article on Mike Iaconelli saying he likes mono, the green original stren or the stren with magnaflex, but at the bps near me I couldnt find any magnaflex stren
Hooligan reply :
I'm liking the Suffix as well. Have both siege and elite, I'm also happy with both. I've actually had better luck fishing them on slightly heavier line, 15lb being on one of my jerkbait rods.
Scorcher214 reply :
I can vouch for suffix too. EXCELLENT line and i plan on buying it again, after testing to see how suffix elite handles. Yo-Zuri hybrid is also awesome! If you are worried about your hooksets, loosen the drag a bit.
HookSetDon reply :
QuoteI can vouch for suffix too. EXCELLENT line and i plan on buying it again, after testing to see how suffix elite handles. Yo-Zuri hybrid is also awesome! If you are worried about your hooksets, loosen the drag a bit.
yea im definetly going to loosen the drag a bit this year, i was using a mh fast also last year, i picked up a med fast this year.. Im making sure i dont lose fish again lol
BASSclary reply :
12# Sufix seige should be perfect for you 8-)
Finnz922 reply :
Mono or Copolymar are my recommendations for jerkbait fishing. I would stay away from fluorocarbon. It tends to make the nose point downward and cause the jerkbait to sink at a faster rate. Suffix Elite 10lb, Berkley Sensation 12lb, or Gamma Copolymar 10lb. Hope this helps.
Hooligan reply :
Even copolymers will make a jerkbait sink. Straight up mono is the only way for me.
HookSetDon reply :
for clear water suffix seige in clear the best way to go? hows the green / camo?
Quillback reply :
Slowly sinking jerkbaits are not a bad thing, that's the tactic that won the FLW on Beaver lake last week. I use Invisix on a spinning reel, which I know many of you may disagree with, but I'm very happy with the results. Don't get too set in your ways when fishing jerkbaits, be flexible. No reason to be breaking fish off on the hookset, use sharp hooks, lighten up on the drag and your hookset. I have NEVER broken off a fish using a jerkbait on a hookset.
Hooligan reply :
Slow sinking isn't an issue, but when the line causes it to hang in a way that is completely out of the ordinary, well, that's a problem.
Chris at Tech reply :
P-line CX Premium in 12lb test.
I freakin' love this stuff for jerkbaits and topwaters.
tholmes reply :
I use Trilene Big Game for jerkbaits, but then I use it for everything else too. 
Tom
Fishes in trees reply :
Several years ago, In-fisherman magazine published a lengthy article about jerk bait presentation. They made a very strong case for using braid and/or a braid/fluorocarbon leader combination. I forget what year it was, but I remember it was in the spring. That article was what convinced me to switch from mono to braid and since I've switched, I can honestly say I've known about more strikes and caught more fish. JMO
HookSetDon reply :
QuoteSeveral years ago, In-fisherman magazine published a lengthy article about jerk bait presentation. They made a very strong case for using braid and/or a braid/fluorocarbon leader combination. I forget what year it was, but I remember it was in the spring. That article was what convinced me to switch from mono to braid and since I've switched, I can honestly say I've known about more strikes and caught more fish. JMO
Id love to read that article, gonna see if I can locate it. Last year I lost a couple fish on braid, maybe I had the drag set too tight, maybe it was that with the combination of my Mh fast rod. All I know is I want to avoid it this time around...I picked up a medium fast rod specifically for jerkbaits now I guess ill have to experiment to see, but to be honest ive read a few articles saying mono is the way to go... All Year Jerkbaits by Mike Iaconelli is one of them.
I dont see why you would want braid on your line when fishing jerkbaits, the stretch in mono gives a good cushion for hooksets and added action for the lure- which I dont see braid providing. Sensitivity wise im confused also since typically you want to fish jerkbaits on a slack line, it is a reaction bite too isnt it? We arent exactly finessing a jerkbait. Help me out here- am I way off?
Hooligan reply :
I don't think you're off at all, Don. I think your thought process is right on, actually.
HookSetDon reply :
QuoteI don't think you're off at all, Don. I think your thought process is right on, actually.
The teachers said I was a late bloomer haha...
Intrepid reply :
mono all the way, 12lb trilene xl
rubba bubba reply :
QuoteI would stay away from fluorocarbon. It tends to make the nose point downward and cause the jerkbait to sink at a faster rate.
The same Mike McClelland, BASS Pro and designer of the McStick also talked about this in Nashville at the Bass University seminar and stated: "you want the bait to suspend or slightly sink nose down 95% of the time."
Hooligan reply :
Slightly nose down, not nearly vertical as will happen with fluorocarbon.
Niagaraguy reply :
Don I use 20LB Power Pro and a 12lb P-Line floro leader of about 7' long. I'm fishing my jerks on a 7' med. fast St.Croix Avid. Thats what I used that week that I was telling you about.
Rob
J Francho reply :
10# CXX Moss Green.
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