Mini Jigs That Work Across SoCal and Nevada Lakes | The Fish Sniffer

Mini Jigs That Work Across SoCal and Nevada Lakes

Mini Jigs That Work Across SoCal and Nevada Lakes

Mike Cooper from MADE Baits took his new mini jig lineup straight to Prado Regional Park Lake for a real-world test, and man, they didn't let him down. This SoCal spot sits easy to reach with its 60-acre lake full of fresh trout plants this time of year plus resident bass and catfish lurking around. He tied them on and started pulling fish while other anglers struggled.

The mini jigs have that perfect slow fall and wiggle that matches how the trout cruise after the latest stock or how bass ambush near cover.

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These same mini jigs carry over great to Pyramid Lake up in Nevada for those big lunkers or the Bay Area lakes and reservoirs when you're after whatever's biting. They're the underrated weapon folks keep reaching for on these kinds of mixed-bag waters. Mike's got them dialed in, and you can check the full lineup here.

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Mike Cooper

Mike Cooper

MADE Baits

Mike is a dedicated fly and spin angler, U.S. Navy veteran, and founder of MADE Baits through his Trout Made Angler Co. A lifelong trout fisherman from Southern California, he creates high-performance mini jigs and other baits hand-dipped and crafted for optimal action, color, and durability to help anglers land more trout on both fly and spin setups. Through his popular YouTube channel, he shares trout fishing action videos from Southern California and the Eastern Sierras, showcasing real trips, techniques, and the baits he designs himself. Passionate about the sport and veteran-owned, Mike builds gear that delivers results and inspires fellow anglers to get out and get made on the water.

Volume 45 Issue 3 Out Now!

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