For which type of water column are bladed jigs designed to be retrieved?

Bladed jigs are specifically designed to be effective in the middle and upper sections of the water column. Their unique design creates vibrations and movement that can attract fish, particularly those that are feeding in these areas. This type of jig mimics the natural prey in those zones, making it an attractive option for species that hunt in the middle depths and closer to the surface.

Retrieving bladed jigs through these sections allows anglers to take advantage of the jigs' ability to draw attention by creating both visual and sound stimuli. The blades on these jigs add flash and action, making them particularly effective in situations where fish are more active and aggressive, typically in the upper and middle parts of the water column.

The other retrieval options are less effective for bladed jigs. For instance, using them only at the bottom may not leverage their designed action, while focusing solely on deep water or the surface doesn't utilize their capacity for enticing strikes in the productive, often more populated, mid-water regions where a variety of fish commonly feed.