Prespawn Bass Fishing With Worms, Creature Baits, and Swimbaits - A Day On The Water

We're back in Florida, avoiding the cold and chasing big bass! Matt's family joins him today for a fun day on the water, dialing in patterns and catching quality fish. We love to power fish in Spring but sometimes you have to listen to the fish and just slow down. Today's biggest fish fell for a plastic worm, but that didn't stop Matt from finding a frog bite in the end! 

We love to focus on power fishing in early Spring but weather is the ultimate deciding factor. You can be on an amazing reaction bite one day but the next you'll need a spinning rod in your hand if cold weather comes in. Planning for the best while preparing to adapt, is the name of the game in the early season. With mixed weather in the forecast, Matt and CC had everything from heavy punching, to light plastic worms, to swimbaits, and frogs, all ready to go when conditions dictated. 

If you're tired of the cold, a quick trips South might be just what you need. But take heart, the prespawn will be here before you know it, no matter where you live. If you're interested in what we were using today we've linked all the baits and equipment in the description below. We've included the exact colors, weights, hook sizes, etc. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Plastic Worm... 

Worm- Netbait Big Bopper Paddle Tail: http://bit.ly/3qOxeU7

Color: Okeechobee Craw

Weight- Swagger Tungsten 3/16 Flippin: http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

Hook- Gamakatsu 4/0 Superline: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Creature Bait... 

Creature- Netbait 4" Paca Slim: http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Color: Green Pumpkin

Weight- Swagger Tungsten Vader 3/16 Flippin: http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV 

Hook- Gamakatsu 4/0 Superline: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Swimbait... 

Swimbait- Gambler EZ Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Colors: Black Blue Green Pumpkin, Gold Rush

Hook- Owner Weighted Beast Hook 4/0: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

Frog... 

Frog- Savage Gear DC Walker: https://bit.ly/2VVjRVl

Color: Green Leopard

Texas-rig Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend X 7'1" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r3Wskp

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC-100 16 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Frog Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Swimbait Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Extreme 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

Reel- Shimano Curado 200K (HG): http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

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How To Catch Bass With Plastic Worms **Underwater Footage Of Bass Attacking Lures**

We can learn more in a few minutes underwater than we can in months on a boat! Watching how bass bite different lures, what makes them lash out,  what causes them to back away, is incredible information that makes us better bass fisherman! Today we're focused on plastic worms rigged different ways. Come underwater with us and watch how bass eat a Ned Rig, a Dropshot, a Shaky Head, and a Neko Rig!

We learn so much about bass every time we head underwater, but we also learn a ton about the lures we're using. From above, a Neko rig doesn't look like much but did you see how that bait quivers in the water?! the X Zone Ned Zone is just another bait above water but its got that extra something that just gets bit and its easy to see why! Did you see any stand out baits in today's video? Perhaps it was the way that smallie smasher shakes at even the lightest touch, or the way the Ned Bomb's tail pumps as it moves through the water? 

We hope you're able to glean all sorts of information from this video. It never ceases to amaze us how little subtleties make huge differences in these baits and in the bass' behavior toward them. Pay close attention to how much you move (or don't move) your baits and you'll start catching more fish. All of the baits are linked in the description below. We've included our favorite colors for each as well as the tackle we used to rig them. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Ned Worms...

-Missile Baits NED Bomb - http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd 

Colors: Fishalicious, Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core

-X-Zone NED Zone - http://bit.ly/2mRiYhF 

Colors: 309, Green Pumpkin Purple

-Roboworm NED Worm - http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy 

Colors: TW Black Blue Pumpkin, Desert Craw

-Z-Man TRD Crawz - http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P 

Colors: California Craw, Green Pumpkin

Ned Head...

-Swagger Tackle Flanders Head (1/4oz )- http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M 

Dropshot Baits...

-Smallie Smasher - http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY 

Colors: Grn Pumpkin Org Blk Purp Prl Bl, Smoke Purple Flake

-Strike King Dream Shot - http://bit.ly/2KNXuK9 

Colors: TW Green Pumpkin

Dropshot Components... 

-Owner Mosquito Light Hook (Size 1) - http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3 

-Swagger Tackle Pencil Drop Shot Weight (3/16 oz) - http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

Shaky Head Worm and Neko Worm...

-Missile Baits Quiver 6.5 - https://bit.ly/2xehVgx 

Colors: Fishalicious, Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core

Shaky Head and Neko Hooks...

-Dirty Jigs Shakey Head (1/4oz) - http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

-Owner Sniper Finesse Neko Hook ( Size 1/0) - http://bit.ly/2kfdv37

-Swagger Neko Weight (1/16 oz) - http://bit.ly/2iGNSFW

Budget Ned Rig/Dropshot Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'6" Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Reel- Shimano Nasci 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- Sniper Fluorocarbon 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget ShakyHead Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 6'8" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 10 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

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Summer Fishing For Bass with Jigs, Creature Baits, and Plastic Worms!

Summer fishing is easy if you know where to look! Today Matt's Dad joins us as we target bass near deep water with 3 key summertime techniques. If you want to catch more bass, pay close attention to how the guys use the shaky head worm, jig, and wobble head creature bait to locate bass and dial in the pattern!

The guys haven't been on Clearlake for months but they start catching fish immediately. If you struggle to find Summer bass, we recommend you go back and revisit our "Where Do Bass Go In Summer" video (linked below). Today the guys targeted chunk rock in 5-15 feet of water but the key was finding these areas with quick access to deep water. If you could find that scenario, the fish were always present. They knew they could get bit on a shaky head and a jig but once fish started coming in the boat, the wobble head was employed to get the bigger bite. 

All 3 of these are simple techniques to use and they will work on your local water. Focus on the shaky head worm to find a consistent bite. Of the 3 techniques, it is the easiest to get bit on day in and day out. If your fish are dialed in on eating crawdads switch to the jig and you'll almost always see the size of the fish increase. Once you've located fish on hard bottom, the wobble head is an incredible technique for catching those "kicker fish" you're looking for. It will cover water quickly, get big bites, and is very snag resistant. 

Below are related videos you should check out, followed by links to all of the baits and equipment used in today's video. We've even included color recommendations for each item. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Related Videos…

Where Do Bass Go In Summer Video: https://youtu.be/wzXL9aY0SAk

Wobble Head Video (Swing Head Jigs): https://youtu.be/DPk5YDdaZxo

Shaky Head... 

Worm- Netbait T-Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug, Texas Craw

Hook- Canterbury Shaky Head 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Alternative Hook- Stand Up Shaky 1/4 oz: https://bit.ly/3hI1tqQ

Jigs... 

Dale's Jig- Compact Pitchin Jig 1/2 oz (Molting Craw): http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Trailer- Missile Baits D Bom (Green Pumpkin Red): http://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Matt's Jig- Dirty Jigs Football Jig 1/2 oz (Molting Craw): http://bit.ly/2d0iJbd

Trailer- Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver (Green Pumpkin Red): http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Wobble Head...

Head- Pivot Point Football 3/4 oz (4/0 Hook): http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Bait- Zoom Z Craw (Regular): http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5

Colors: California Craw, Junebug, Huckleberry

Matt's Wobble Head Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'6" Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Matt's Jig Combo... 

Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7'5" Heavy (755): http://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC100 16 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Budget Jig Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel- Shimano SLX DC 150: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q

Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Shaky Head Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 6'10" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel- Shimano SLX DC 150: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q

Line- Sunline Assassin 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7

TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs

TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

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Carolina Rig Tricks! Big Worms And Creature Baits For Bass!

The Carolina Rig is an awesome way to catch big bass! It can be adapted to virtually any fishery if you know what changes to make. From different worms and creature baits, to different hooks and weights, there are a lot of variables to consider. Tim goes in-depth about how and when to fish the Carolina rig and shows all his favorite components in today's video. 

Whether you're on a Southern impoundment with bass gathering on ledges or on a small Northern fishery fan casting open water, the Carolina Rig has a place in your arsenal. If you don't know exactly how to set it up it can be incredibly frustrating to cast and even more frustrating to detect a bite. Tim loves fishing the Carolina rig and understands both the benefits and struggles of the technique. He shares some of the modifications and adaptations he uses to consistently catch fish with this presentation. 

Below is a breakdown of the equipment discussed in the video. From Tim's favorite components, to budget options, its all there. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see details photos and descriptions of each item. 

Tim's Large Carolina Rig Components... 

1) Bobber Stop- Peg X Stoppers: http://bit.ly/2bHjowk

2) Tungsten Weight- Swagger Barrel Weight: https://bit.ly/3f14FNn

3) Bobber Stop- Peg X Stoppers: http://bit.ly/2bHjowk

4) Swivel- SPRO Power Swivel (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

5) Mono Leader- Maxima Ultragreen (20 lb): http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

6) Hook- Owner Oversize Worm Hook 11/0: http://bit.ly/2C1EZ4s

Alternative Components... 

Lead Weight- Eagle Claw Egg Sinkers: https://bit.ly/2C5jX5d

Brass Weight- Top Brass Precision Weights: http://bit.ly/2jDhYXu

Glass Bead- Top Brass Precision Glass Bead: http://bit.ly/2iOiqSD

Large Worm Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap 6/0 or 7/0: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Standard Worm Hook- Gamakatsu Offset EWG Hook 5/0: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Curly Tails Worms... 

-Berkley Power Worm 10": http://bit.ly/2cxomPX

Colors: Black Blue Flake, Motor Oil Red Flake, Tequila Sunrise

-Zoom Ol Monster 10.5": http://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Colors: Black Red Flake, Candy Bug, Watermelon Red

-Zoom Ol Monster 12.5": http://bit.ly/2P5QZbq

Colors: Blue Fleck, Green Pumpkin

-Big Bite Baits B2 10": https://bit.ly/2BfL51p

Colors: Green Pumpkin Junebug, Junebug, Watermelon Red

-Zoom Dead Ringer 8”: http://bit.ly/2cRrLVR

Colors: Plum, Green Pumpkin

-Berkley Power Worm 7": http://bit.ly/2ouqzSU

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red

Creature/Lizard Baits... 

-Keitech Crazy Flapper 4.4": http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Double Trouble

-Zoom Brush Hog: http://bit.ly/2bnpCRx

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Junebug Red, Black Red Flake

-Big Bite Kriet Tail Lizard 8": http://bit.ly/2bnu34A

Colors: Junebug, Tilapia, Black Neon

Straight Tail Worms... 

-Mann's Jelly Worm: http://bit.ly/2aFOwhe

Colors: Blackberry, Grape, Watermelon/Red

-Yum Mighty Worm: https://bit.ly/2Yajojh

Colors- Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Blue Fleck

-Strike King 10" Bull Worm: http://bit.ly/2IVzvuS

Colors- Black Blue Swirl, Green Pumpkin Candy, Tequila Sunrise

Tim's Carolina Rig Combo... 

Rod- Dobyns Champion Extreme 784 (7'8" Heavy): http://bit.ly/2ab2kRX

Reel- Shimano Curado 200K XG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braided Line: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Budget Carolina Rig Combo... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'5" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- Shimano SLX DC 150 HG: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braided Line: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7

TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs

TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G