Texas Rigging Tips, Tricks, and Gear - Full Seminar

Learn the basics or try our advanced methods to get better hookup ratio, a better presentation, and fine tune your patterns, its all in this jam-packed video. The Texas Rig is the most universal rig in bass fishing so of course there are tricks to make it more effective! Whether you're fishing a drop shot, punching heavy cover, or somewhere in the middle, these tips will help you catch more bass. 

Matt uses a very simplified method of Texas rigging. He goes out of his way to stick with a wide gap hook for nearly all applications, only venturing between standard wire and superline (2x strong) wire. This allows his presentations to remain very consistent and saves a lot of baits. 

Tim prefers a more adaptive method, favoring different hook styles for different baits and presentations. The advantages are an increased hookup ratio and more fine-tuned method. Both bass fishing styles have merit so be sure to listen closely and decide which method will benefit you the most. 

Finesse Hooks...
Straight Shank - Owner Cover Shot: http://bit.ly/2ISr7bR
Straight Shank- Trokar Light Wire: http://bit.ly/2z2MJMM
Wide Gap- Gamakatsu Offset EWG Black: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp
Offset- Owner Offset Shank Worm Hook: http://bit.ly/2D9Pmj0

Heavy Cover Hooks...
Wide Gap- Gamakatsu EWG Superline: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG
Straight Shank- River2Sea New Jack Flippin Hook: http://bit.ly/2umoPyJ
Straight Shank- Owner 4X Jungle Flippin Hook: http://bit.ly/2G5aQTk

Texas Rig Weights, Pegs, and stops...
Strike King Tungsten Weights (No Insert): http://bit.ly/2bo4NZf
River2Sea Tungsten Weights (With Liner): http://bit.ly/2bHj2pB
Vike Tungsten Flippin Weight (Less Expensive): http://bit.ly/2DUIxB4
6th Sense Peg X Stoppers: http://bit.ly/2bHjowk
Vike Smart Pegs (Budget): http://bit.ly/2pE9QuZ

Texas-Rig Worms We Recommend (Finesse to power)...
Strike King Half Shell: http://bit.ly/2iR9awm
Roboworm 6" Fat Worm: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM
Strike King Fat Baby Finesse Worm: http://bit.ly/2aKei5y
Zoom Trick Worm: http://bit.ly/2aWkG7E
Yamamoto Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Reaction Innovations Machete: http://bit.ly/2pFkwtB

Creatures and Craws We Recommend (Finesse to Power)...
Reaction Innovations Smallie Beaver: http://bit.ly/2dR6CkP
Strike King Baby Menace: http://bit.ly/2DSrZK3
Zoom Baby Brush Hog: http://bit.ly/2bnpCRx
Reaction Innovations Man Bear Pig: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV
Keitech Crazy Flapper: http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp

High-End Texas Rig Setup...
Rod- G Loomis Conquest 843C: http://bit.ly/2iL1PAY
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL XG: http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Line- 65 lb Power Pro MaxCuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 15 lb Sunline Sniper: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

All-Around Texas Rig Setup...
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- 50 lb Power Pro Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- 15 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Budget Texas Rig Combo...
Rod- Dobyns Fury 7' Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano Casitas 150: http://bit.ly/2geKxsp
Line- 15 lb Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
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Underspin Bass Fishing - Everything You Need To Know

We aren't holding back, this is EVERYTHING you need to know about fishing with underspins! We've included sizes, styles, colors, and more in this detailed analysis of underspin fishing. 

The Underspin works year-round but shines through the cooler months. With recent advancements in hook/head designs you can fish an underpin virtually anywhere, paired with baits of virtually any size. You can fish them deep or shallow and this Spring, you'll be able to fish them in and around the shoreline cover. 

The Heads/Hooks...
BladeRunner Underspin: http://bit.ly/29UVegz
BladeRunner Screw Lock Underspin: http://bit.ly/2oocg0a
Cool Baits Underspin: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA
Fish Head Standup Underspin: http://bit.ly/2oyYKGD
Picasso Double Barrel Underspin: http://bit.ly/2HI5v1e
Owner Flashy Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7
Owner Beast Flashy Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2gx3A54

The Baits...
Keitech Swing Impact Fat Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Reaction Innovations Little Dipper: http://bit.ly/2brnU5I
Keitech Easy Shiner: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H
Basstrix 6" Paddletail: http://bit.ly/2z0FPMb
Strike King Rage Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2evZF8j

Matt's Preferred Underspin Combo...
Rod- Zodias 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Curado 70 8:1 Ratio: http://bit.ly/2apmDJt
Line- 50 lb MaxCuatro Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 15 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Matt's Finesse Underspin Combo...
Rod- Shimano Expride 7' Medium Spinning: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Reel- Stradic CI4+ 2500: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line- 10 lb Power Pro Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 8 lb Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget-Friendly Underspin Combo...
Rod- Dobyns Fury 7' Medium: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano Casitas 150: http://bit.ly/2geKxsp
Line- 50 lb Power Pro: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- 12 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
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Top Spring Baits For Finesse Fishing

Spring is prime time to go fishing and these baits will help you catch more fish! Don't worry about trying a dozen different baits, focus on these key categories, especially when the conditions get tough! 

Many anglers think of Spring as the time get out and power fish. While this is a great plan, it doesn't always pan out. Its important to have a backup plan so you don't struggle when conditions change. If you're ready to adapt and drop down to finesse tackle, you'll become much more consistent through the Spring, Summer, and beyond. 

Dropshot...
Bait #1- Roboworm 6" Fat Worm: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM
Bait #2- Strike King Half Shell: http://bit.ly/2iR9awm
Hook- Owner Mosquito Light Size 1: http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Weight- Tungsten Tear Drop: http://bit.ly/2oy7i24

Ned Rig...
Worm- Z Man T.R.D.: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR
Head- LockZ HD Jig Head: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Senko...
Worm- Yamamoto Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Texas Hook- Gamakatsu EWG: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp
Wacky Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM
Nail Weight- Swagger Tungsten Pagoda: http://bit.ly/2iGNSFW
Texas Sizing... 3/0 for 5", 4/0 for 6", 5/0 for 7"
Wacky Sizing... 1/0 for 5", 2/0 for 6", 3/0 for 7"

Finesse Swimbait...
Bait #1- Keitech Fat 2.8": http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Bait #2- Keitech Easy Shiner 4": http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H
Head #1- Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS
Head #2 - Revenge Darter Hedz: http://bit.ly/2cHMZbm

Tube...
Bait- Dry Creek 3.5" Tournament Tube: http://bit.ly/2cJwI6r
Head- Bite Me Flat Eye Head: http://bit.ly/2diyVXK

Tim's Favorite Picks for All-Around finesse Setups at every budget...

Ultra High End Combo...
Rod- G Loomis Conquest 902: http://bit.ly/2BiGUNi
Reel- Daiwa Certate: http://bit.ly/2hjRZXg

High-End Combo...
Rod- GLX Spinning 820s DSR: http://bit.ly/2A6HH3O
Reel- Shimano CI4+ 1000: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Mid-Range Combo...
Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" ML: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Reel- Daiwa Tatula LT 2500: http://bit.ly/2zrq4id

Budget Friendly Combo...
Rod- Dobyns Fury 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2e7HZPF
Reel- Daiwa Fuego 2500: http://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Line and Leader for all combos...
Line- 10 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 6-10 lb Sunline Sniper: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
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Underwater Drop Shotting | Crystal Clear Bass Fishing Footage!

This is the clearest Underwater finesse fishing footage we've ever captured! We even included the "above water" angle so you can get a full picture of what is going on. These bass can't resist the drop shot and the finesse tube. 

Spring smallmouth are incredibly aggressive, especially when the spawn begins. Its very educational to watch how they interact with the finesse baits. We were amazed to see that the fish's dorsal fins stand up as soon as the baits touch the surface of the water. Before they can see the worm they're already on high alert, waiting for it to arrive.. It makes you wonder what else they're aware of!

Drop Shot Setup...
Rod- Zodias 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel- Shimano Ultegra 2500: http://bit.ly/2nfApml
Line- 15 lb Sufix 832: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader- 6 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
Hook- Trokar 1/0 Dropshot: http://bit.ly/2ahxJOr
Drop Shot Weight- 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2aCjeHE
Bait- Strike King Dream Shot: http://bit.ly/2aAoUoR

Tube Setup...
Rod- Dobyns 742 Spinning: http://bit.ly/29OVnDa
Reel- Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line- 10 lb MaxCuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 6 lb Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
Jighead- 3/16 Tube Head: http://bit.ly/2diyVXK
Bait- Dry Creek 3.5" Tournament Tube: http://bit.ly/2cJwI6r

Other baits that work incredibly well in this same situation...
Keitech 2.8 Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Outkast Tackle Marabou jig: http://bit.ly/2G7TBwj
Strike King Half Shell Worm: http://bit.ly/2iR9awm
Jackall IProp Spybait: http://bit.ly/2bPkTJj
Z Man T.R.D. Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR

We know you guys love underwater footage and so do we! We've received a ton of requests for an underwater look at finesse baits and that is why we created this video. If you want to see more, let us know!
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