Summer Jig Fishing Tricks! ( Beginner To Advanced )

Jig fishing is a great way to catch big bass in Summer! In today's video Matt simplifies jig fishing in a way that anyone can understand. From the basics of jig styles, to trailers, to colors, this information will help you gain confidence in Summer jig fishing. The jig is a great tool in every angler's bag of tricks, don't overlook it!

Jig fishing is one of those techniques you can dive as deep into as you want. It can be as simple as a single jig in a great color that you use effectively throughout the year, or you can jump down the rabbit hole with Matt into the world of colors, styles, and trailers. In today's video Matt explains how to use a jig effectively in heavy cover, around grass, as well as on your lightest Bait Finesse combo.

Below is a breakdown of the baits, trailers, and colors Matt discussed in the video. He also included his favorite rod and reel combos for the different situations. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Jig– Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To

Trailer #1 – Xzone 4" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black

Trailer #2 – MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors: SuperBug

PITCHING JIGS...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Colors: The Go To, Alabama Craw

FLIPPING JIGS...

•Dirty Jigs No Jack Flippin Jig (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Hematoma, The Go To, Magic Craw Swirl

•Nomad Wee Bit Flip Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/43oHE1E

Colors: Ring In, Green Pumpkin

FOOTBALL JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Weekender Football Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/4oC771p

Colors: The Go To, Supermatt Brown

MICRO JIGS...

•Missile Baits Micro Football Jig (1/4 oz): https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Colors: Dill Pickle, Green Pumpkin

•Great Lakes Finesse Matte Jig (3/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3Yj41mp

Colors: Matte Black Brown, Matte Green Pumpkin Brown

FULL SIZE / COMPACT JIG TRAILERS...

•Xzone Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Summer Craw, Black Blue Flake

Sizes: 4" (Full Size), 3.25" (Compact)

•MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors: SuperBug, Green Pumpkin Red, Green Pumpkin Black

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blk, Dark Pumpkin

MICRO JIG TRAILERS...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Black Blue/Green Pumpkin

•Great Lakes Finesse Snack Craw: https://bit.ly/4b8aeHo

Colors: Brown Pumpkin Special, Green Pumpkin Red

FAVORITE PITCHING JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 755: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7'5" Mag Heavy

Budget Rod– Dobyns Fury 765: https://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon X: https://bit.ly/4klsOju

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

FENWICK FLIPPING JIG COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'5" Extra Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

Budget Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'5" XH Fast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

WEE BIT JIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend X2 7'1" Med Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3IOSXcJ

Budget Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Med Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Reel– Seviin Reels GX (7:1): https://bit.ly/4octPMZ

Line– Sunline Super FC (14 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BAIT FINESSE JIG COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Budget Rod – Cashion Z2 Element 6'10" Med Lt: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

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

Underwater Neko Rig! ( 9 Most Popular Worms Compared - Underwater Action Test )

9 of the most popular Neko Rigged 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 Neko Rig is an important Summer 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 9 of the worms that were shown in the video. We've also included links to the rigging components, as well as some great rod and reel combos to help you fish the Neko Rig 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

RIGGING COMPONENTS...

Hook– Owner Sniper Finesse Neko (Size 1): https://bit.ly/2kfdv37

Band– VMC Crossover (Size 5): https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

Weight– Xzone Pagoda: https://bit.ly/2iGNSFW

Size: 3/32 oz

THE WORMS IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Hot Snakes

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Plum

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

Colors: Candy Bug, Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin

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

Colors: TW Dark Junebug, 309, Green Pumpkin Blue

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

Colors: Blue Craw, Junebug, Redbug

•Berkley Hit Worm Magnum: https://bit.ly/4m3B9Ks

Colors: Blue Fleck, Plum Apple, Green Pumpkin

•Yamamoto 5" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Tactical Shad, Green Pumpkin Blk, SunGill

•Yamamoto Fuzzy Senko: https://bit.ly/3Wgm6B7

Colors: Baby Bass, Natural Shad, Green Pumpkin Orange

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Junebug

TIM'S NEKO RIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend X2 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/4farXAh

Model: LXTS71MF

Reel– Shimano Twin Power 3000: https://bit.ly/3WYpX75

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (15 lb): https://bit.ly/34R5Mfe

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

MID PRICED NEKO RIG COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Elite 7'1" Medium XFast: https://bit.ly/46TZviy

Reel– Daiwa Tatula MQ LT 2500: https://bit.ly/3IWhxbv

Line– Seaguar InvizX (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

BUDGET NEKO RIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://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

Catching GIANT Bass When Its HOT! (Shallow Water Tricks!)

Jump in the boat with Matt for a wild day of power fishing in the shallows! The fishing is on fire and so are the air temperatures! This is the most intense, most ridiculous day of fishing! Matt did it all wrong, didn't fish clean, had problem after problem, then turned it all around and caught a monster bag of Summer time bass!

These are the days we all hope to have on the water. Days where problems arise, but we overcome them. Fish come off, but we catch more. These are special days! Matt said at the beginning of the video that he was going to lock a frog rod and a flipping stick into his hand all day. He meant it!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We've included exact bait colors, rigging components, as well as the apparel Matt wore to stay comfortable in the heat. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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

TEXAS RIG...

•MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors: Ballistic Bruiser, Green Pumpkin

•Owner Jungle Flippin HD Hook: https://bit.ly/3NZpvzp

Size: 4/0

•VMC Tungsten Flipping Weight: https://bit.ly/3G0WGCg

Size: 3/4 oz

•VMC Sinker Stop (Large): https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

THE JIG...

•Dirty Jigs No Jack Flipping Jig (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Color: The Go To

•MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors:Green Pumpkin

THE FROG...

•Berkley Swamp Lord Frog: https://bit.ly/3MAFQum

Color: Maverick, MF Bluegill

THE APPAREL...

Shirt– Aftco Adapt Performance Hoodie: https://bit.ly/4mF8ZEq

Pants– Aftco All Day Pants: https://bit.ly/3Yqatsz

Gloves– Solago Sun Gloves: https://bit.ly/4c5Hmlq

Mask– Aftco Sun Mask: https://bit.ly/4c5Hod2

MORNING FROG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Champion XP 7'3" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2abq8nl

Model: 736C

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

LIne– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

AFTERNOOON FROG COMBO...

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

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

LIne– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

FENWICK FLIPPING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'5" Extra Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

EXPRIDE FLIPPING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'6" Extra Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

7 Fishing Mistakes That Will Ruin Your Summer!

Don't make these mistakes this Summer! Summer bass fishing is tough enough without getting in your own way! If you can avoid these 7 common fishing mistakes, you will absolutely catch more fish this Summer!

Summer fishing success is all about attention to detail. Paying close attention to conditions and timing is the difference between a great day (or night) on the water and just wasting time. Here are the mistakes you should avoid this Summer...

1) Fishing Memories Instead Of The Current Conditions: Many anglers focus all their time on fishing places that worked in the past, regardless of the conditions or time of year. This is a huge waste of time and will lead you toward slow days on the water.

2) Summer Bass Go Deep When Its Hot: While a lot of bass move to offshore structures, there are a surprising number of fish that stay extremely shallow around cover in Summer. Even better, those shallow fish are incredibly predictable and can be easily patterned with exciting techniques.

3) Ignoring "Lively" Water: Water temperature is important, but oxygen (Dissolved Oxygen) is much more important. Bass will completely abandon areas that have low oxygen, even when they look perfect. Key indicators are lack of baitfish, lack of live grass, and overall lack of overall life. Focus on areas with grass, current, or boat wakes.

4) Slowing Down In Bad Water and Speeding Up In Good Water: Begin your day by power fishing and looking for active fish before slowing down. Most anglers begin fishing slow and only covering water after that fails to work.

5) Failure To Understand Bite Windows: Bass feed during key opportunities. They tend to feed heavily, then become lethargic. Bite windows can happen at any time, so pay attention to when you're getting bit.

6) Overlooking Shade: Bass love to hide in shade and ambush prey in the Summer months. Docks, bluff walls, and overhead cover are all likely locations to check.

7) Failure To Adjust To Pressure: Change the size or sound of your baits to get more bites. Recognize that you must be different than the crowd to have real success.

TOPWATER...

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Colors: Bone Python, Spotlight Shad, Juvy Gill

NEKO RIG...

Bait– Yamamoto 5" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Tactical Shad, Tactical Twilight, Green Pumpkin Blk

Hook– Owner Sniper Finesse Neko (Size 1): https://bit.ly/2kfdv37

Band– VMC Crossover (Size 5): https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

Weight– Xzone Pagoda: https://bit.ly/2iGNSFW

Size: 3/32 oz

SHAKY HEAD...

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

Colors: Junebug, TW Dark Junebug

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

Size: 3/16 oz

SUMMER JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Brown

•Xzone 4" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Summer Craw

CHATTERBAIT...

•Zman 1/2 oz Evo Elite Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Color: Alabama Bream

•Hog Farmer 4.5" Spunk Shad: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: TW Sunfish Magic

WOBBLE HEAD...

•XZone Adrenaline Craw 4.25: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug

•Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football Head: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Common Sizes: 1/2 oz 4/0 Hook

JIG AND MINNOW...

•Hog Farmer 5" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Color: Sexy Shad, Green Shad

•Dirty Jigs Tungsten HD Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/3WCfvSn

Size: 2/0

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Oath 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/4xXeuVJ

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 7'3" MH Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/3xZbLAy

Reel– Shimano SLX XT (HG): https://bit.ly/3YgnWE8

Line– Seaguar Red Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

BUDGET WORM/MINNOW FISHING 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 JIG/WOBBLE HEAD COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

Reel– Seviin GF (7.3:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Line- Sunline Super FC (18 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