Zig Jigs in New Mexico

The banner photo is Garry’s brown from March 2019. He caught it on New Mexico’s San Juan River with guide Chris Taylor, owner of Fisheads San Juan River Lodge. At more than 29 pounds, it would have been an unofficial New Mexico state record. It was caught in a catch-and-release area, so it couldn’t be weighed on official scales and was released right after photos. He caught it on a 1/16 oz black/chartreuse Zig Jig.

A month earlier, James Carver landed this 32-inch brown on the San Juan. It weighed 22 lb on a Boga scale, and he caught it on a 1/64 oz olive Zig Jig micro jig.

Marabou jigs are a favorite among anglers because their soft, flowing feathers create lifelike movement that mimics wounded baitfish and triggers aggressive strikes. Developed in Arkansas and perfected on the White and North Fork Rivers, Zig Jigs take this proven lure to the next level with a unique offset head that creates a natural zig-zag fall instead of dropping straight down.

This action keeps the jig in the strike zone longer and drives fish crazy. Hand-tied with premium marabou, a durable powder-coated head, and a sharp, extra-strong hook, Zig Jigs are proven to catch trout, walleye, crappie, and bass across the country.