Lew’s pro Kevin VanDam has nearly perfected the art of jerkbait fishing and provides all the tips and tricks needed to maximize action when fishing a jerkbait.
“I learned early on just how effective a jerkbait can be,” says VanDam. When fishing with a jerkbait, KVD focuses on creating erratic action, never allowing it to go to the same place twice. The largest part of accomplishing that is ensuring that you have the right equipment.
“The most important part of fishing a jerkbait, I think, is the rod,” shares KVD. The rods he prefers have shorter handles, a longer rod length, and graphite material with an extra fast tip and sturdy backbone. “The rod is so critical in maximizing the action of that jerkbait,” shares KVD.
KVD Rod Suggestions:
