① Natural color selection in clear water
In areas with high transparency, natural colors like green and blue are effective. They will lure squids away and appeal to them with their natural silhouette. They are especially suitable for daytime sight fishing.
② Use appealing colors in muddy water
In highly murky waters, appealing colors such as pink and orange increase visibility, making them more visible to squid and attracting them. When combined with murky waters or subtle vibration action at night, you can expect to double your catch.
3. The advantages of luminous and UV colors at night and in deep waters
When fishing at night or in deep waters, luminous squid jigs made of phosphorescent materials or UV colors will give a strong appeal to low-activity squid. They are especially effective when used slowly when the tide is low.
④Color rotation at twilight and when the tide changes
At dawn and dusk, or when the tide is changing, it is important to alternate between natural and appealing colors and gauge the squid's reaction. The timing when the tide starts to turn is especially good for catching a lot of fish.
⑤Color strategies for squid lures that adapt to water depth and current
Transparent colors are effective in shallow waters, while glow or metallic colors are effective in deep waters. The key to increasing your catch is to carefully consider the turbidity of the water and the amount of light, and to use different egi jigs accordingly. In particular, combining them with a dropper allows you to attack at a wide range.
⑥ Eging method tailored to the target
The size, color and sinking speed of the squid can be adjusted for each target, such as bigfin reef squid, Japanese cuttlefish, Japanese swordtip squid, spear squid and Japanese pacific flying squid. By determining the current and water temperature changes, you can increase your chances of hitting the target.
⑦Highly versatile squid jig that can also be used for octopus games
The unique vibration design induces reaction bites from octopus. It is versatile and can be used for both boat and shore fishing, making it suitable for any target. The swaying action during the fall delivers the expected movement.
8. Highly functional design for multi-rig compatibility
It can be used as an ikametal rig, omori rig, body rig, or dropper. It can be set according to the current and the spot, maximizing your catch. A slow lift and fall also produces good results.
9. Floating and sinking hybrid design
The balanced design allows it to be used as both a floating squid jig and a lead squid jig, adapting to the current and range. Its horizontal position when staying still is emphasized, allowing you to hold the squid for a long time. It is also suitable for natural drift tactics.
10. Capture with a set of 10 proven squid jigs
Thorough adjustments to underwater posture and fall speed allow it to handle both high and low activity situations. It achieves stable catches in both night fishing and day games. A model supervised by a professional angler.
Mastering squid metal eging
How to use, recommended fishing spots, and seasonal targets For egging enthusiasts, "squid metal" is an attractive fishing method that is easy to start and can produce high catches.
Unlike traditional shore fishing with egging, this method uses metal squid jigs and is great for deep water and night fishing.
In this article, we will explain the basics of squid metal fishing, recommended fishing spots, and the squid that can be caught in each season.
What is squid metal? Ikametal is a fishing method that targets squid from a boat using a special "metal squid jig."
It is particularly effective for night fishing, targeting squid that are attracted to lights.
Specialized rods and reels are important to catch the subtle bites.
Basic operation of squid metal
How to choose a metal squid jig
Color: Glow (glowing) types are effective for night fishing.
Weight: Choose from 20g to 60g depending on the water flow and fishing spot.
Basic fishing techniques
Let the squid jig sink and jerk it gently to appeal to the fish.
After jerking, keep the line neither tight nor loose and wait for a bite.
How to get a hit
If you feel a slight "mozozo" or discomfort, adjust the setting to soft.
Recommended squid metal fishing spots
Fukui Prefecture (Wakasa Bay): Swallowtail squid are abundant from summer to autumn
Ishikawa Prefecture (Noto Peninsula): Good spot for bigfin reef squid and mackerel
Hyogo Prefecture (Awaji Island): Ideal for targeting bigfin reef squid
Kyushu (Nagasaki and Kagoshima): Enjoy winter spear squid
Squid to target depending on the season
Spring (March to May): Large bigfin reef squid
Summer (June to August): Swordtip squid is at its peak
Autumn (September to November): Catching a large number of grown bigfin reef squid
Winter (December to February): Deep-sea spear squid fishing
The appeal of squid metal
Squid metal fishing is easy for beginners to get started with and can produce great results.
While the controls are simple and fun to play, there is also a depth to the game that allows you to capture delicate bites, and once you try it, you're sure to become addicted.
The fantastic scenery that can only be seen at night is one of the attractions.
Take this opportunity to try squid metal and discover new ways to enjoy egging.