Hey folks, I’ve got a REALLY, REALLY good one for you today! We’re talking about a bait that is changing the way we think about jig fishing. Say hello to the Missile Jigs Monster Jig! It’s big and beefy compared to a standard full-size jig. We’re diving into EVERYTHING—why this jig exists, how to fish it, where to throw it, and of course, the best trailer selection, rod, reel, and line setup. This jig is a completely different animal, folks, and I’m here to tell you it’s a GAME-CHANGER!
The Specs: What Makes the Monster Jig Special?
Alright, let’s talk numbers. The Monster Jig comes in two sizes; 1 oz and 1.5 oz. That’s right, we’re talking BIG, HEAVY jigs built for catching GIANT fish. It’s available in six killer colors, with patterns designed to mimic tilapia, panfish, crawfish, and even rainbow trout for those fishing in stocked waters. But here’s where it gets really exciting, the hook. This isn’t some off-the-shelf hook. This is a custom-made 10/0 hook, designed specifically for this jig. It’s got a beefy Arkie-style jig head, which means it’s insanely versatile; great around rocks, wood, open water, even decent in vegetation. And with that streamlined teardrop shape, it doesn’t just come through cover like a champ, it also swims BEAUTIFULLY. This jig isn’t just for flipping and dragging, it’s also a SWIMMING MACHINE! Oh, and of course, it’s got a heavy-duty trailer keeper to make sure your plastics stay locked in place.
Trailer Selection: What to Put on the Back
Let’s talk trailers, because this is a BIG deal when it comes to the Missile Monster Jig. About 80% of the time, I’m adding a big, meaty soft plastic trailer, something that ups the profile, adds bulk, and gives it movement. If I’m swimming it, I love a big swimbait trailer like a 5-inch Berkley PowerBait Hollow Belly or a big Keitech. If I want a more erratic action, I’ll throw on a giant creature bait, something like a 5-inch Berkley PowerBait Pit Boss or a Power Hawg. But here’s something you might not expect, about 20% of the time, I fish this thing with NO trailer at all! That’s right, no plastic, just that big ol’ skirt undulating in the water. This is especially deadly when targeting suspended fish in clear water using forward-facing sonar. Oh, and don’t be afraid to experiment with saltwater plastics and musky baits, this jig isn’t just for bass, folks! It’s a multi-species killer.
Why Fish a Monster Jig? Here’s Why!
So, why throw a Monster Jig instead of a traditional, standard jig? Three reasons:
- Match the Hatch – Sometimes, bass are feeding on BIG forage; gizzard shad, tilapia, bluegill, stocker trout, even hitch on the West Coast. When the forage is BIG, you need a BIG bait to match it. That’s where the Monster Jig shines.
- Drawing Power – Big baits catch BIG FISH. Period. Just like a glide bait, the Monster Jig has pulling power—it gets the attention of the biggest bass in the lake.
- Fish It Anywhere – Unlike a big swimbait that gets hung up in cover, the Monster Jig is weedless and can be fished ANYWHERE—through timber, under docks, in grass. It’s breaking the barriers of big bait fishing!
Three Killer Ways to Fish the Monster Jig
I’ve spent a year testing this thing, and these are my TOP THREE techniques:
- Crawling the Jig – Just like dragging a football jig, but with WAY more water displacement. This is KILLER on gravel flats, long points, and red clay banks on blueback herring lakes. It stirs up the bottom and draws big bites.
- Stroking the Jig – Pop it HARD off the bottom and let it fall—imitates a spooked baitfish or crawfish. Bass CAN’T STAND IT! This technique gets reaction strikes, and the Monster Jig’s profile makes it even more effective.
- Swimming the Jig – This is my FAVORITE. With today’s forward-facing sonar, I can see suspended fish and swim the Monster Jig right through them. With a big swimbait trailer, it’s DEADLY. If there’s no cover, I even trim the fiber guard for better hookups.
Tackle Breakdown: What You Need to Fish It
Because this is a big, heavy jig, you need the right gear:
- Rod: 7’6” to 8’ heavy-action flipping/swimbait rod. I use a 7’10” Abu Garcia Ike Power 3.0
- Reel:1:1 to 8.1:1 gear ratio casting reel. The Abu Garcia IKE Signature 3.0 is PERFECT
- Line: 70% of the time, I fish 20-30 lb fluorocarbon (Berkley Trilene 100%). If I’m in super-thick cover or dirty water, I go 40-50 lb braid to a short fluoro leader.
Final Thoughts: This Jig is a BEAST
Folks, I’m telling you this Monster Jig is a GAME-CHANGER. It’s big, it’s bad, and it catches giants. If you’re looking for a jig that can target trophy bass, if you’re tired of missing that kicker fish, if you want something that pulls fish like a swimbait but fishes like a jig, then you NEED to tie one of these on. Get yourself a Missile Jigs Monster Jig and go catch a MONSTER!
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