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Extreme Jigging: Dogtooth Tuna, Yellowtail Kingfish (Hiramasa), Amberjack, Samson Fish => Tackle & Techniques => Topic started by: Chris Webster on June 14, 2012, 01:39:07 PM

Title: New Jig Bag - Suggestions Wanted
Post by: Chris Webster on June 14, 2012, 01:39:07 PM: Guys,

I am in the market for a new jig bag. Can anyone recommend one?

Thanks,

Chris
Title: Re: New Jig Bag - Suggestions Wanted
Post by: Mark Harris on June 14, 2012, 03:06:13 PM: Depends a lot on the size of jigs you want to keep in it. In my experience that is the single biggest factor and large jigs are often a problem.
Title: Re: New Jig Bag - Suggestions Wanted
Post by: Christoffer Hansen on June 14, 2012, 05:45:26 PM: Shout system jig bag. Has removable inserts in 3 sizes. It's the balls, I jus ordered one myself.
Chris
Title: Re: New Jig Bag - Suggestions Wanted
Post by: Chris Webster on June 14, 2012, 09:11:44 PM: Quote from: christoffer hansen on June 14, 2012, 05:45:26 PM
Shout system jig bag. Has removable inserts in 3 sizes. It's the balls, I jus ordered one myself.
Chris

Hey Chris,

I was looking at the Shout bag you are correct it is awesome. Where did you order yours from?

Thanks, Chris
Title: Re: New Jig Bag - Suggestions Wanted
Post by: Mark Harris on June 14, 2012, 10:31:23 PM: I broke a Shout System Jig bag :( One seam unravelled after about 3 months of use making the whole bag fairly useless.

Have a look at the HPA bags Chris. Like their popper bags, I really rate these. Their flat jig bag (http://www.hpaus.com/HPAUS.com/Products/Pages/HPA_Flat_Jig_Store.html) is good value and holds jigs up to about 35 cms long. Not sure if any forum sponsors carry these but a Google search will find them.

If you are only looking for small jig storage, then the Shimano bags are widely available and well made.
Title: Re: New Jig Bag - Suggestions Wanted
Post by: Jamie Moir on June 16, 2012, 11:24:52 PM: Another vote for the HPA Jig King, got one myself and the seperate jig bags make it easy to pick and choose for trips.
Title: Re: New Jig Bag - Suggestions Wanted
Post by: Jeffry Chai on June 17, 2012, 12:17:15 AM: I used jig roll bag made by GEECRACK

(http://s8.postimage.org/qkzzxe4j5/gee708.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/qkzzxe4j5/)

(http://s8.postimage.org/ydvpmhgtt/jigrollbag.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/ydvpmhgtt/)
Cheers,
Jeff
Title: Re: New Jig Bag - Suggestions Wanted
Post by: Eric Tai on June 17, 2012, 06:33:57 PM: I've owned a Shout System Bag for 18-24 months and thought I'd share some observations.

Average quality control: Note the "Shout" logo printed on the front pocket. It isn't aligned properly on the pocket flap, and it is too close to the seam.
(http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr198/etai_s15/Shout%20Jig%20Bag/f4a25376.jpg)

Poor quality of materials:
I don't get out jigging that often. Perhaps once every few months. Already, cracks have developed in the vinyl.
(http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr198/etai_s15/Shout%20Jig%20Bag/7f10a781.jpg)
(http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr198/etai_s15/Shout%20Jig%20Bag/cde48886.jpg)
(http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr198/etai_s15/Shout%20Jig%20Bag/cc12651e.jpg)

I don't mind paying for quality. But I must admit, I am disappointed with the quality of materials considering the $$$ this jig bag costs. The HPA is probably the next one I'll try when this current bag completely falls to bits, but I wish they made it in a more attractive colour!
Title: Re: New Jig Bag - Suggestions Wanted
Post by: Jamie Moir on June 17, 2012, 06:57:31 PM: Eric, the grey is pretty neutral, you will find it doesn't clash with too many outfits :P

I have one here in Perth if you want to check it out sometime.
Title: Re: New Jig Bag - Suggestions Wanted
Post by: Mark Harris on June 17, 2012, 07:09:09 PM: That's good review work Eric. I am also a bit relieved that I am not the only one who had a bad experience with expensive Shout bags.