BUYER'S GUIDE: Jigs And Jig Trailers (Finesse, Football, Flipping, Swim Jig)

In today's Buyers guide we're breaking down jig fishing! The best flipping jigs, football jigs, micro jigs, and more from every category. We're also covering our favorite jig trailers for each, as well as the rods we rely on to throw the various jig styles. Let's go!

Jig fishing is a huge category but is actually very simple to narrow down. Most anglers don't need every style of jig. Typically one or two jig styles will cover all the situations on your local fisheries. Once you've chosen those, there will be several viable trailer options and a few key colors. 

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs and trailers in the order we discussed them in the video. We've included our personal favorites sizes and colors for each category, as well as the rods we use to fish them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES... 

•$100 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/n3AQnmNoUPQ

•$200 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/YqWwjXJtkdo

•$400 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/-H9VEnkSiow

•Ultra High End Rods And Reels: https://youtu.be/-4aUElWcGxw

•BFS (Bait Finesse) Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/xaEw2WvkgZA

•Dropshot Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/WwrrebYluSI

•Crankbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/9UgdA1Tytrw


MICRO JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•Keitech Tungsten Football: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Brown/Purple, Green Pumpkin Blue


•Nishine Lure Work Finesse Football: https://bit.ly/3gIKmrz

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Copper Craw, Pumpkin Pepper Green


•ZMan TRD Bugz: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Color: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw


•ZMan TRD Crawz: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Color: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw


FINESSE JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig: http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Supermatt Brown, The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw


•Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Color: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red


FOOTBALL JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•Dirty Jigs Finesse Football: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Supermatt Brown, The Go To


•Bass Patrol Football: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Size: 3/4 oz

Color: Brown Purple, Brown Green Pumpkin


•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Color: Cinnamon blk purp, Green Pump, purp, copper


FINESSE JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

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


BUDGET FINESSE JIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel– Shimano SLX (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line– Sunline FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm


SWIM JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•California Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Weight: 1/2 - 3/4 oz

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Crappie


•Dirty Jigs Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Weight: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Bluegill


•River2Sea D Walker 120: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

Color: Shamrock Shad, PB Red


•Gambler EZ: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Color: Gold Rush, Electric One


PITCHING JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Size: 1/2 oz 

Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw


•Compact Pitchin Jig: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw


•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Green Pumpkin Red, Delta Flare


•Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Color: Dirty Wizard, Green pumpkin Red


•Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Color: Magic Craw, Green Pumpkin Red


FLIPPING JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•No Jack Flippin Jig: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Size: 5/8 oz

Color: Hematoma, Molting Craw, Go To


•Canterbury Flippin Jig: http://bit.ly/2aUtZsG

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: The Go To, Hematoma


•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Green Pumpkin Red, Black Shadow Flare


MATT'S FAVORITE JIG COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (50 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb Shock: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


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

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BUYER'S GUIDE: Crankbait Fishing (Shallow, Deep, Lipless, Rods, Reels)

Today's Buyers Guide is all about crankbaits! When should you throw a deep diver? Which shallow runners hit what depths? Is one lipless crankbait better than another? Which rod should you throw a crankbait on? From cold water speed cranking baits, to wide wobbling Summer baits, we’re showing you our favorite crankbaits for every season!

Crankbait fishing is a giant category! You can stand in front of the crankbait wall at your local tackle shop and your head will spin as you try to figure out what to try next. Or, you can simply watch this video and let us show you exactly how we’ve narrowed it down over the years. We’re eliminating all the guess work and showing you the best of the best!

Below you'll find links to the exacts baits and gear discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, as well as the exact rods we throw them on. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES... 

•$100 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/n3AQnmNoUPQ

•$200 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/YqWwjXJtkdo

•$500 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/cAtbntQHpv4

•Ultra High End Rods And Reels: https://youtu.be/-4aUElWcGxw

•BFS (Bait Finesse) Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/xaEw2WvkgZA

•Dropshot Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/WwrrebYluSI


FAVORITE COMBO FOR MID-SIZE CRANKS...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 906C CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel– Shimano Bantam A MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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


FAVORITE COMBO FOR LARGE CRANKBAITS...

Rod– G LOOMIS IMX Pro 968C CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel– Shimano Tranx 200 A (HG): http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Line– Sunline Crank FC (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC


BEST ALL AROUND GLASS CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'6" Medium Heavy Glass: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel– Shimano Tranx 200 A (HG): http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Line– Sunline Crank FC (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC


BUDGET ALL AROUND GLASS CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'6" Medium Heavy Glass: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel– Shimano SLX XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line–Sunline Super FC (15 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BUDGET SMALLER CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'2" Medium: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

Reel– Shimano SLX XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

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


LIPLESS CRANKBAITS... 

•Lucky Craft LV 500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Colors: American Shad, Chartreuse Shad, Ghost Minnow


•Jackall TN 70: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: Ghost Minnow, RT Scale Minnow, SG Threadfin


•Cotton Cordell Super Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210

Color: Chrome Black, Chrome Blue, Royal Red


SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

•River2Sea Biggie Poppa: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Abalone Shad, Gizzard Shad, Cold Blooded


•Lucky Craft 1.5: http://bit.ly/2BGxKPa

Colors: American Shad, BP Golden Shiner, Chartreuse Shad


•SPRO Baby Fat John 50: http://bit.ly/2V03giW

Colors: Matte Shad, Honey Shad, Nasty Shad


MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala DT 8: http://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Delta, Olive Green Craw, Live River Shad


•Jackall MushBob MR: https://bit.ly/3AYyKcB

Colors: Half Mirror Wakasagi, Kawashima Red Black


•Spro RkCrawler 55: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Phantom Green, Red Crawfish, Olive Craw


SPEED CRANKING BAITS...

•R2S Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: True Shad, Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow


•Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Colors: Sexy Ayu, PM Kisyu Ayu, FireCraw


•Megabass Deep Six: http://bit.ly/2A3clKP

Colors: Ito Wakasagi, MB Gizzard, Tora Zari


MAGNUM DEEP DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Azuma Z Boss 22: http://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Colors: Grand Shad, Gold Digger, Goldie Lox


•Strike King 10 XD: http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Sexy Blue Back Herring


WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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

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

BUYER'S GUIDE: Dropshot Fishing – Best Baits, Rods, And Tackle!

Today's Buyers Guide is all about dropshotting for bass! Dropshot fishing is a core technique that every serious angler needs to master. Today we're exploring the different worms, rods, and terminal tackle that shine with this technique. We're also throwing in some key tackle tips that will make a huge difference when you're fishing!

In the beginning dropshot fishing seems really simple. You suspend a worm and shake it to draw fish in. As time goes on you'll learn that subtle differences in the baits and hooks make a huge difference in your catch rates as conditions change. Today the guys are breaking down their favorite baits for different situations and explaining how each one should be rigged. 

Below you'll find links to the baits, terminal tackle, and rods we showed throughout the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared and included favorite sizes and colors for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each.


PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES... 

•$100 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/n3AQnmNoUPQ

•$200 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/YqWwjXJtkdo

•$500 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/cAtbntQHpv4

•Ultra High End Rods And Reels: https://youtu.be/-4aUElWcGxw

•BFS Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/xaEw2WvkgZA


BUDGET DROPSHOT COMBO... 

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Bass 6'10 ML Xfast: https://bit.ly/3UFPcaO

Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Line– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BANG FOR THE BUCK DROPSHOT COMBO... 

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'2" ML: https://bit.ly/3AFcaFF

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line– Power Pro Braid 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b 

Leader– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


FAVORITE DROPSHOT COMBO... 

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 822 DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Stella FK 2500: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Line– Sunline SX1 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


DROPSHOT HOOKS...

Light Wire– Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Heavy Wire– Gamakatsu TGW Dropshot (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zGX441

Heavy Cover– Owner Cover Shot HD (Size 1/0): https://bit.ly/36Gunbf


DROPSHOT WEIGHTS... 

Traditional– Swagger Tungsten Pencil 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

Tie On– Swagger Tungsten Casting Pencil 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2YAoMuv

Lead– QuickDrops 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2BjFCp3


DROPSHOT WORMS...

•Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: https://bit.ly/3xEADuo

Colors: Bully, Smashed Goby, Green Pump Purp Cop Flk


•Roboworm 6" Fat Straight: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM

Colors: Margarita Mutilator, MMIII, Oxblood Light


•SPRO Pin Tail Minnow: https://bit.ly/3ENKErf

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Ozark Craw, Natural Herring


•Netbait STH Flat Sided Shad (3.5 and 5.5): https://bit.ly/3OBN9AW

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Killer G, Shiner


•Netbait STH BaitFuel Crush Worm: https://bit.ly/3Q3mmyz

Colors: Bang, Magic Chart, Smokin Joe 


•Berkley Flat Worm: https://bit.ly/3lAAorL

Colors: Natural Shad, Black Shiner, Black


•Yamamoto Shad Shaped Worm: http://bit.ly/2kpP4wF

Colors: Perch, Goby, Monster Shad


WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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

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BUYER'S GUIDE: Best Soft Swimbaits | Boot Tail, Wedge Tail, Line Thru, and Bluegill Swimbaits!

Today's Buyers Guide is all about SOFT SWIMBAITS!! Which boot tails should you try? Is there a wedge tail that gets more bites? What about a line thru vs a traditional harness? Let's find out!!

We love throwing big swimbaits for bass! With so many new baits hanging at your local tackle shop, its hard to know which baits are worth the money. Here are our favorites from all the major categories!

Below you'll find links to the exacts baits and gear discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, as well as the exact rods we throw them on. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES… 

•$100 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/n3AQnmNoUPQ

•$200 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/YqWwjXJtkdo

•$300 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/N-NHeMwI77Q

•$400 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/-H9VEnkSiow

•$500 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/cAtbntQHpv4

•Ultra High End Rods And Reels: https://youtu.be/-4aUElWcGxw

•BFS (Bait Finesse) Guide: https://youtu.be/xaEw2WvkgZA

•Hard Swimbait Guide: https://youtu.be/p9zYUYcU3zk


TOP HOOK BOOT TAILS...

•Osprey 6" Tournament Talon: http://bit.ly/2bqsLS0

Colors: Reverse Hitch, Chartreuse Shad, TW Shad


•Bacca Burrito (Fast Sink): http://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Tactical Shad, Who Dat, Threadfin Shad


•Bacca Burrito (Medium Sink): http://bit.ly/3AFcV1t

Colors: Tactical Shad, Who Dat


TOP HOOK WEDGE TAILS...

•Huddleston 68 Trout: http://bit.ly/2dj5apG

Colors: Black Gizzard Shad, Green Gizzard Shad


•Savage Gear 8" RTF Trout: http://bit.ly/33GROg1

Colors: Dirty Silver, Trout


BLUEGILL SOFT BAITS...

•Savage Gear Line Thru Bluegill: http://bit.ly/3pCRab7

Colors: Ghost Gill, Bluegill, Bream


•13 Fishing Coalition Bluegill: http://bit.ly/3pzDsbX

Colors: Natural Bluegill, Natural Sunfish

Recommended Hook– Owner Beast: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

Size: 8/0


•Savage Gear RTF Bluegill: http://bit.ly/2xx1zjH

Colors: Ghost Gill, Bluegill, Bream


TREBLE HOOK BOOT TAILS...

•Big Bite Baits B5 Line Thru: http://bit.ly/3LLU4pm

Colors: Sunny Shad, Blue Gizzard, Pearly Shad


•Megabass Magdraft (6" and 8"): http://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Colors: Albino Pearl Shad, White Back Shad


WEEDLESS BOOT TAILS...

•Scottsboro Tackle Weedless: http://bit.ly/2Oy7CKH

Size: 6" or 7"

Color: Natural Light, Mullins Madness


•Megabass Freestyle Magdraft: http://bit.ly/3bRG3Wi

Color: White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad, MB Gizzard


SWIMBAIT LINE...

•Power Pro Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Sizes: 65 lb - 80 lb


•Sunline Saltimate Fluoro Shock Leader: http://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

Sizes: 20, 25, 30, 35 lb


•Sunline Saltimate Mono Shock Leader: http://bit.ly/3WqDIJp

Sizes: 30, 40 lb


HOOKS AND STINGER RIGGING...

•Owner ST–56 (3X Hook): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Sizes: 2 or 1


•Single Strand Wire: http://bit.ly/2s0Mh23

Size: 174, 140, 124 lb


FAVORITE SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 966: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Reel–  Shimano Tranx 300 (HG): http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw


JIG HOOK SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Omen Black 8' heavy: https://bit.ly/390GC01

Reel– Shimano Tranx 300: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw


BUDGET SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7'8" Heavy: http://bit.ly/3QbMjvs

Reel– Shimano Curado 300K (HG): http://bit.ly/2HbZ3E4


WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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

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