Buyer's Guide: Best Jerkbaits For Bass Fishing

In today's Buyer's Guide we're looking at the best jerkbaits for catching bass throughout the year. Whether you're looking for a subtle jerkbait for cold water fishing or an aggressive jerkbait for the Spring and Fall bites, we've got you covered. Understanding the differences between jerkbaits and when to throw each style will make all the difference!

The jerkbait, also known as a rip bait, is one of the best lures to trigger a feed response in a bass. The combination of aggressive movement followed by suspension is more than most bass can resist! In the cooler months, a bait that will perfectly suspend is the key. As water temperatures drop its important to let the bait pause for long periods of time between jerks of the rod. In warmer temperatures the pauses are much shorter so balance becomes less important. During these warmer periods, baits that give off maximum flash and vibration are the key to standing out amongst the baitfish. 

It doesn't matter if you're just getting in to jerkbait fishing or you're a seasoned pro, these are the baits that will help you maximize your time on the water. Below you'll find links to all of the baits shown in the video. We've also included our favorite colors for each, as well as some of the rod and reels we use to throw jerkbaits. 

Large Jerkbaits... 

-Megabass Oneten Max LBO: https://bit.ly/3dfhL9y

Colors: GP Pro Blue, Tennessee Shad, Mat Shad

-Jackall Rerange 130: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, HL Silver Shad, RT Holo Minnow

Aggressive Baits... 

-Lucky Craft pointer 100: http://bit.ly/tbpointer

Colors: American Shad, Ghost Minnow, Live Purple Chart Wakasagi

-Jackall Rerange 110: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Colors: HL Hasu, RT Minnow, Blue Pearl Shad

-Jackall Rerange 110 MR: https://bit.ly/2CbWr6X

Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, RT Minnow, HL Hasu

-Lucky Craft Flash Pointer 115: http://bit.ly/2aHz588

Colors: Bone Pro Blue, Ghost Minnow, Chartreuse Shad

Cold Water Baits... 

-Megabass Vision 110 Jr. +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Colors: GP Pro Blue, Tennessee Shad, Mat Shad

-Megabass Vision 110 Jr: http://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

Colors: GP Pro Blue 2, GP Deadly Black Shad, Tennessee Shad

-Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

Colors: Clear Laker, Mat Shad, Tennessee Shad

Megabass Vision 110+1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Colors: GP Pro Blue 2, Mat Shad, Tennessee Shad

Jerkbait Storage... 

-Plano EDGE 3700 STD: http://bit.ly/2t3uHMR

High-End Jerkbait Combo... 

Rod- Megabass Orochi XX Jerkbait Special: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line- Sunline Sniper 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Mid-Priced Jerkbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL K HG: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa

Line- Sunline Assassin 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Jerkbait Combo... 

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

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

Line- Sunline Assassin 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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Previous Buyer's Guides... 
-Spinnerbaits and Chatterbaits: https://bit.ly/2Lj4hjk

-Dropshot: https://bit.ly/2KgBr2w

-Craws and Creatures: https://bit.ly/3lU4vLe

-Ned Rigs: https://bit.ly/3fo75GV

-Deep Diving Crankbaits: https://bit.ly/3kXuH6h

-Big Swimbaits: https://bit.ly/395vTT6

-High End Combos: https://bit.ly/35PNOeu

-$500 Combos: https://bit.ly/3lW1o5I

-$400 Combos: https://bit.ly/3lSfwwz

-$200 Combos: https://bit.ly/2USSCJv

-$100 Combos: https://bit.ly/37aupED

Cold Water Jerkbait Fishing: Everything You Need To Know

If you're ready to catch more jerkbait fish, this is your video! Matt breaks down Which Baits, How To Work Them, and a whole lot more in this in-depth look at jerkbaits. He keeps his bait selection simple, makes his gear choices easy, and focuses on triggering the bass into biting.

If you've ever wanted to catch a jerkbait fish, now is the time to get out there and make it happen. The sharp cooling trend at the end of Fall triggers an aggressive feeding desire in bass. Couple that response with a desire to conserve energy in the cold and the jerkbait doubles up on effectiveness.

The handful of baits Matt describes in this video are deadly! Used independently they're great but when combined together you have a simple system that can be adapted to changing temperatures, depths, and cover.

Below you'll find a breakdown of Matt's favorite baits, equipment, hook upgrades, and even a color list of some of the colors that he has seen the most success with.

The baits...

Jackall Rerange: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

Megabass Vision 110 +1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Megabass Vision 110 Silent: http://bit.ly/2mqOuiA

Lucky Craft Flash Pointer 100: http://bit.ly/2aHz588

Lucky Craft Staysee 90: http://bit.ly/2dBzMmz

Hook and Split Ring Upgrades...

Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble: http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

Split Ring- Owner Hyperwire Size 2: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Recommended Hook Sizes by bait...

Jackall- Size 4

Megabass- Size 6

Staysee- Size 5

Flash Pointer- Size 6

Matt's Favorite Jerkbait Combo...

Rod- Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Alberaran MGL: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line- 12 lb Assassin Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

6'10 Medium also available in these lines...

Zodias: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Curado: http://bit.ly/2gUWTft

SLX: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Prefer a different brand? Here are a couple other great choices...

St Croix Legend Elite 6'10 Medium: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Megabass Destroyer OneTen Special: http://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Lucky Craft Colors... American Shad, Aurora Black, Ghost Minnow

Megabass Colors... GP Crystal Shad, GP Pro Blue, Killer Kawaguchi

Jackall Colors... Ghost Wakasagi, HL Silver Shad, RT Hollow Minnow

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4 Jerkbaits You Need To Try This Fall

Here are 4 jerkbaits that you absolutely have to fish this Fall! If you want to cover the water column and quickly locate aggressive fish, these baits are going to help you do it. 

Jerkbaits are a great way to catch bass in the waning Summer months and are even more impressive during the Fall. If you want to load the boat around schooling fish this Fall, look no further than a jerkbait. 

The Lures...
Jackall Rerange: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED
Megabass Vision 110 Magnum: http://bit.ly/2vdZOWf
Lucky Craft Flash Pointer: http://bit.ly/2aHz588
Lucky Craft Pointer 100DD: http://bit.ly/2e0sQj7

Recommended Jackall Colors... HL Hasu, HL Silver Shad
Recommended Megabass Colors... Ozark Shad, HT-ITO Wakasagi
Recommended Lucky Craft Colors... American Shad, Aurora Black, Metallic Misty Shiner

Hyperwire Split Rings (Size 2 or 3): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX
Gamakatsu Aaron Martens NANO Finesse Treble: http://bit.ly/2dWWAut
Megabass Katsuage Outbarb Hook: http://bit.ly/2r9lUmI

Our favorite Jerkbait Combo...
Rod- Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Chronarch MGL 7:1 Ratio: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB
Line- 20 lb Sufix 832 Braid: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader-10 to 12 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Have you seen our EPIC Underwater fishing video on jerkbaits? If not you're missing out and if you have, you know you need to see it again. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/pKA3jGsY9oQ
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Jerkbait Review: Megabass Kanata and Jackall Dowzvido

Matt reviews two new jerkbaits that really stood out from the crowd this Winter. The Jackall Dowzvido and the Megabass Kanata are both great ripbaits to add to your arsenal for the Spring and Prespawn. 

The Jackall Dowzvido stook out because of the great color patterns, excellent side to side rolling action, and amazing castability. If you're looking for a compact jerkbait to dive deeper and fool those finicky fish, this is the one for you! 

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The Megabass Kanata is an oversized jerkbait but it fishes much smaller than it really is. If you're looking to upsize your catch, this is an awesome option! With a ton of flash and roll to attract fish, this bait is sure to be a winner!

Jerkbaits are an awesome way to catch big fish during the cold water months. As bass move into the shallows in Spring the jerkbait becomes even more effective! These two baits will be a great addition to any bass fisherman's arsenal. 

Baits in this video...
Jackall Dowzvido: http://bit.ly/2laGa7G
Megabass Kanata: http://bit.ly/2jG4Q85

Jackall Gamakatsu replacement hook: http://bit.ly/2dWWAut
Megabass Owner replacement hook: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Matt's preferred Gear for the Dowzvido...

Rod- Loomis IMX Jerkbait: http://bit.ly/2bp9tOj
Reel- Curado 70: http://bit.ly/2apmDJt
Line- 20 lb Sufix 832 Braid: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader- 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2aiu0Wu

Matt's Preferred Rod for the Megabass...
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'2" Medium: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 200: http://bit.ly/2acRpsK
Line- 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader- 15 lb Maxima: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Jerkbait fishing can be deadly effective once you understand the cadence. Check out this video if you'd like to learn how to fish a jerkbait: https://youtu.be/53KaZSeIdFM