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offshore jigging
Vertical fishing with metal jigs over reefs, wrecks and the shelf edge, from 30 to 150 m deep.
| item | specification | why |
|---|---|---|
| rod Slow pitch rod | 6'3" to 6'8", for jigs up to 250–400 g | Tip that makes the jig glide on the fall. |
| rod Speed jigging rod | 5'0" to 5'8", PE 3–6 | Power for big olho-de-boi (bigeye jack) and tuna. |
| baitcasting reel Jigging baitcaster | 300 m of PE 1.5–3, drag of 7 to 12 kg | Control of the fall and the mid-spin in slow pitch. |
| spinning reel Heavy 8000–10000 reel | drag of 15 kg or more, sealed | Speed jigging and occasionally popping. |
| line Colored braid by the meter | PE 1.5–3 (slow) or PE 3–5 (speed), 300 m | Colors every 10 m show the depth. |
| leader Fluorocarbon leader | 40–80 lb (slow) or 80–130 lb (speed), 3 to 5 m | Rock, wreck and the fish's body scrape the leader. |
| bait/lure Slow pitch and speed jigs | slow: 100–300 g, 5 to 8 pieces; speed: 150–300 g | Various weights for different depths and currents. |
| hook Spare assist hooks | pairs of 3/0–7/0 | A lost or dull hook costs you the fish of the day. |
| terminal tackle Solid rings and split rings | high-strength, stainless | The connection between jig, hook and leader has to hold up to the olho-de-boi. |
| accessory Split ring pliers, gloves and fighting belt | belt with a fitting for the rod butt | Quick rigging and a fight that doesn't hurt your belly. |
| safety Life vest and VHF on the boat | approved vest; VHF on channel 16 | Open sea, far from shore. |
budget
- basic
- R$2,500–4,500
- intermediate
- R$6,000–12,000
- advanced
- R$20,000+
Reference prices in reais (2026), no brand recommended.
tips
- Bring jigs of three weights for each depth: the current decides.
- A big olho-de-boi pulls toward the rock: firm drag and rod low in the first seconds.
- Use a descending device to release bottom fish with barotrauma.
- Rinse everything with fresh water when you get back: salt destroys bearings and guides.
