Tight lining at .5 with 3/4 ounce lead will hold the jigs down, if your going to long line at .8 to 1.2, you will need at least an ounce, maybe more to keep the baits down. Crank baits have more resistances and will take even more weight. On the other hand, if 16 foot rods are used more line can be let out and a slight angle in the line will be okay.