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order to understand this style of fishing, we need to look deeper. As anglers looking to increase his understanding of jigging, we need to study how different jigs work, the fishing ground, targeted species and of course, the fishing rod. In this article, I seek to provide some clarity on the different type of jigging rods out there in the market and most importantly, how to choose the right rod to suit you or the equipment you have. Jigging is the fastest growing style of fishing in South East Asia. This style of fishing is suitable for anglers of all level. The basic principle of jigging is to mimic a fleeing or injured baitfish with a metal lure, known as jig.