Underwater Shaky Head Worms! (15 Best Worms Compared - Underwater Action Test)

15 of the most popular Shaky Head Worms compared underwater! Let's dive below the surface of the lake and see how your favorite worms compare to the rest of the market. Underwater footage gives us a unique perspective that cuts through the marketing hype, dock talk, and misinformation. Think they're all the same? Think again!

The shakey head is an important Spring bass fishing technique. Around the country, anglers trust this simple rig to put fish in the boat when nothing else will. We were shocked to see just how different some of these worms are from the rest. One worm stands up with perfect action, while the next quickly falls to bottom. We can clearly see what worms look the best, saving a ton of time and money.

Below you'll find links to all 15 of the worms that were shown in the video. We've also included links to the jigheads, as well as some great rod and reel combos to help you fish the shaky head worm effectively, regardless of your budget. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


TACTICALBASSIN MERCH…

•TacticalBassin Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz


SHAKY HEADS...

•MissileBaits Warlock Head: https://bit.ly/4bg8DyC

Size: 3/16 oz


•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shaky: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz


•Zman SMH Jighead: https://bit.ly/3OYQ332

Favorite Size: 3/16 oz


THE WORMS LISTED IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE...


•Crush City Janitor Worm: https://bit.ly/3Fy6nsd

Colors: Candy Bug, Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin


•Hog Farmer Utility Player: https://bit.ly/4s8AzxH

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Plum


•Berkley Powerbait 4.75" Bottom Hopper: https://bit.ly/2Q9Qhdt

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Blue Craw, Junebug


•Berkley MaxScent Hit Worm: https://bit.ly/4cxwzkV

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Plum Apple


•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Colors: TW Dark Junebug, Junebug, Green Pumpkin Blue


•Xzone MB Fat Finesse: https://bit.ly/4lSgfx4

Colors: Junebug, Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Junebug

•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Blueback Secret, Junebug Dream, Watermelon Violet


•Yamamoto Sensei Worm: https://bit.ly/3WgAaM5

Colors: Blue Craw, Junebug, Redbug


•Zman SMH Worm: https://bit.ly/3c2orvf

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Purple Rain


•Netbait T Mac Worm: https://bit.ly/41rJOer

Colors: Bama Bug, Junebug


•Big Bite Baits Nekorama: https://bit.ly/48LN6Qr

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Junebug


•Big Bite Baits 8" Finesse Worm: https://bit.ly/384mIjl

Colors: Tilapia, Junebug, Crime Scene


•Zoom Trick Worm: https://bit.ly/2aWkG7E

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Junebug


•Zman Mag FattyZ: https://bit.ly/2Gclyo9

Colors: Black Blue Lam, Junebug, Plum


HIGH END SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme 6'8" Medium XFast: https://bit.ly/37UhrKR

Reel– Shimano Vanquish 2500: https://bit.ly/4sAmR5X

Line– Sunline SX 1 Braid (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (10 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G


HIGH END CASTING COMBO...

G Loomis GLX 852C JWR: https://bit.ly/4eTKfF2

Model: 7'1" Medium X Fast

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC A 70: https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (12 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G


BUDGET SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 6'8" Medium XFast: https://bit.ly/4diwkqT

Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2000: https://bit.ly/488CsQb

Line– Sunline Super FC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BUDGET CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'1" Medium X Fast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

Reel– Abu García Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/4pGZ4Az

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Big Worms For Summer Bass Fishing! (Best Rigs And How To Fish Them)

Big Summer Bass love big worms! Here's what you need to know! There are a ton of ways to present big worms and they all work! Texas Rigs, Carolina Rigs, Shakey Heads, and Dropshot are all great options this time of year. Worm fishing doesn't require specialized gear, you probably already own a rod that can do it, here's what you need to know!

Come along as we take an in depth look at the different styles of plastic worms and how to apply them to your bass fishing this Summer. From how to choose the right plastic worm for the job, to how to rig them, even details on color, this is what you need to know to start catching fish today. We know your local shop has dozens, if not hundreds of plastic worms. Let us simplify it for you!

Below you'll find links to our favorite worms and the gear we use to fish them. We've included color recommendations for each worm and favorite rigging options as well. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS...

•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug, Plum


•Xzone MB Fat Finesse Worm: https://bit.ly/4lSgfx4

Colors: Junebug, Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Junebug


•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Watermelon Violet, Blueback Secret, Junebug Dream


•Crush City Janitor Worm: https://bit.ly/3Fy6nsd

Colors: Bama Bug, Candy Bug, Plum


•Big Bite Baits 8" Finesse Worm: https://bit.ly/384mIjl

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin Junebug, Tilapia


•Yamamoto 10" Oki Worm: https://bit.ly/44XvFHu

Colors: Plum Candy, Junebug, Green Pumpkin Blue


CURLY TAIL WORMS...

•Zoom Ol Monster: https://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Colors: JuneBug, Candy Bug, Plum Apple


•Zoom Mag Ol Monster: https://bit.ly/2P5QZbq

Colors: Junebug, Plum Apple


•Berkley 10" Power Worm: https://bit.ly/2cxomPX

Colors: Blue Fleck, Plum, Black Grape


•Xzone Blitz Worm: https://bit.ly/422SaJA

Colors: Plum, Junebug


•Yamamoto 10" Ichi Worm: https://bit.ly/4k1Zwpj

Colors: Bama Bug, Tilapia Magic, Plum Apple


SHAKEY HEADS...

•Missile Baits Warlock Head: https://bit.ly/4bg8DyC

Size: 3/16 oz


•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shakey Head: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz


•Owner Magnum Shakey Head: https://bit.ly/2VlgJBA

Size: 1/2 oz, 8/0 Hook


TEXAS RIG COMPONENTS...

Hook– Owner Offset Shank Wide Gap Worm: https://bit.ly/3Cm7Jiq

Size: 5/0

Weight– VMC Tungsten Worm Weight: https://bit.ly/3Vo2dbo

Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4


CAROLINA RIG COMPONENTS...

Hook– Gamakatsu Superline Round Bend Worm: https://bit.ly/4l2QhGL

Size: 5/0

Swivel– Spro Power: https://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

Size: 5

Weight– Flat Out Tungsten Barrel: https://bit.ly/4e0IIgS

Size: 3/8 – 1 oz

Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4


DROPSHOT COMPONENTS...

Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2/0

Weight– Xzone Tungsten Skinny: https://bit.ly/40NDHjT

Size: 1/4 oz


SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


CAROLINA RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'7" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sufix Advance (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


BUDGET DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" ML XFast: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel– Shimano Sedona FJ 2500: https://bit.ly/2wgh50Z

Line– Sunline Super FC 8 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BUDGET WORM CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Seaguar InvizX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Best Worms For Summer Bass Fishing! (Dropshot, Texas Rig, Carolina Rig, Shakey)

Big Summer Bass love big worms! Here's what you need to know! There are a ton of ways to present big worms and they all work! Texas Rigs, Carolina Rigs, Shakey Heads, and Dropshot are all great options this time of year. Worm fishing doesn't require specialized gear, you probably already own a rod that can do it, so what are you waiting for?!

Come along as we take an in depth look at the different styles of plastic worms and how to apply them to your bass fishing this Summer. From how to choose the right plastic worm for the job, to how to rig them, even details on color, this is what you need to know to start catching fish today. We know your local shop has dozens, if not hundreds of plastic worms. Let us simplify it for you!

Below you'll find links to our favorite worms and the gear we use to fish them. We've included color recommendations for each worm and favorite rigging options as well. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS...

•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug, Plum


•Netbait Baitfuel T Mac: https://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin


•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Watermelon Violet, Blueback Secret, Junebug Dream


•Yamamoto 10" Oki Worm: https://bit.ly/44XvFHu

Colors: Plum Candy, Junebug, Green Pumpkin Blue


SWIMMING WORM...

•Netbait Baitfuel Big Bopper: https://bit.ly/3SfpUhb

Colors: Bama Bug, Tilapia Magic


CURLY TAIL WORMS...

•Zoom Ol Monster: https://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Colors: JuneBug, Candy Bug, Plum Apple


•Netbait C Mac: https://bit.ly/43AETJ9

Colors: Junebug, Plum Apple


•Xzone Blitz Worm: https://bit.ly/422SaJA

Colors: Plum, Junebug


SHAKEY HEADS...

•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shakey Head: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz


•Owner Magnum Shakey Head: https://bit.ly/2VlgJBA

Size: 1/2 oz, 8/0 Hook


TEXAS RIG COMPONENTS...

Hook– Owner Offset Shank Wide Gap Worm: https://bit.ly/3Cm7Jiq

Size: 5/0

Weight– VMC Tungsten Worm Weight: https://bit.ly/3Vo2dbo

Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4


CAROLINA RIG COMPONENTS...

Hook– Hayabusa Round Bend Heavy Duty: https://bit.ly/3EzvYwE

Size: 5/0

Swivel– Spro Power: https://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

Size: 5

Weight– Real Deal Tungsten Barrel: https://bit.ly/3XvR6yI

Size: 3/8 – 1 oz

Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4


DROPSHOT COMPONENTS...

Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2/0

Weight– Xzone Tungsten Skinny: https://bit.ly/40NDHjT

Size: 1/4 oz


SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


CAROLINA RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'7" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sufix Advance (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


BUDGET DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" ML XFast: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500D – XH: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Line– Sunline Super FC 8 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BUDGET WORM CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Seaguar InvizX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Tricks For Targeting Offshore Bass In Early Summer!

We're about to catch a GIANT Bass while fishing offshore! After the spawn a lot of bass move to offshore structures for the Summer. Targeting these fish can be overwhelming if you've never seen how to do it. We're here to teach you how they position, why they're there, and what to use to catch them. It may be difficult to fish without the visual cues at first, but we'll show you how to do it!

Many anglers prefer the comfort of fishing near shore. And while we don't blame them, we highly recommend you spend a little time away from the bank this year. There are a lot of giant bass to be caught, and you can do it with several very simple lures and presentations. Today Matt catches the majority of his fish on a shakey head worm, but the GIANT commits to the wobble head creature bait. It's really common to catch your kicker for the day this way, and highlights why we use swinging jig heads for Summer bass!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt used throughout the day. We've included the exact rods and reels as well, along with specifics on head sizes, worm colors, etc. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


WOBBLE HEAD JIG...

•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Color: Junebug


•Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football Jig: https://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Size: 3/4 oz, 5/0 Hook


FULL SIZE SHAKEY HEAD...

•Netbait Baitfuel T Mac Worm: https://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Color: Junebug


•Dirty Jigs Stand Up Finesse Head: https://bit.ly/3fUYNby

Size: 1/4 oz


FINESSE SHAKEY HEAD...

•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Color: Junebug, TW Dark Junebug


•MissileBaits Warlock Shakey Head: https://bit.ly/4bg8DyC

Size: 3/16 oz


SCROUNGER AND MID STROLLING BAITS...

•Hog Farmer 5.5 Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Electric Shad


Scrounger– Davis Baits Shaky Fish: https://bit.ly/3AT3lYv

Size: 1/2 oz


Strolling– Owner Range Roller: https://bit.ly/42cqaUR

Size: 3/16 oz


SWIMBAIT...

•Bucca's 5" Bacca Burrito: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Color: Tactical Gizzard Shad


MAPPING SOFTWARE...

•Humminbird Lakemaster VX Premium Mapping: https://bit.ly/3z2RFmK

*Select Your Region From The List*


SPINNING SHAKEY COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 892S JWR: https://bit.ly/49kagJX

Model: 7'5" Medium

Reel– Shimano Vanford 3000: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line– Sufix 832 Sunrise Braid (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

Leader– Seaguar Blue Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/48EP2Hz


CASTING SHAKEY COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer X Bites: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7'2" Heavy

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (30lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Seaguar Blue Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/48EP2Hz


WOBBLE HEAD COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz