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Beyond the Twitch (More than just a Coho Crusher)
From a deadly niche-technique, to a West Coast phenomenon, “Twitching” has added a new tool in many coho (silver) salmon anglers arsenals. This technique has been covered in STS before, and there are many excellent resources to learn more about the basic twitching technique.
Basic Twitching
Here is a quick breakdown of basic twitching.
Cast into your target water
Do not allow your jig to hit bottom, instead twitch at least 12 inches from bottom and up.
Lift the rod tip quickly and drop it immediately. Your line should fall slack for a natural drop. Do not slowly drop your rod tip.
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The skinny
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