Best Worms For Summer Bass Fishing! (Dropshot, Texas Rig, Carolina Rig, Shakey)

Big Summer Bass love big worms! Here's what you need to know! There are a ton of ways to present big worms and they all work! Texas Rigs, Carolina Rigs, Shakey Heads, and Dropshot are all great options this time of year. Worm fishing doesn't require specialized gear, you probably already own a rod that can do it, so what are you waiting for?!

Come along as we take an in depth look at the different styles of plastic worms and how to apply them to your bass fishing this Summer. From how to choose the right plastic worm for the job, to how to rig them, even details on color, this is what you need to know to start catching fish today. We know your local shop has dozens, if not hundreds of plastic worms. Let us simplify it for you!

Below you'll find links to our favorite worms and the gear we use to fish them. We've included color recommendations for each worm and favorite rigging options as well. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS...

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

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug, Plum

•Netbait Baitfuel T Mac: https://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin

•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Watermelon Violet, Blueback Secret, Junebug Dream

•Yamamoto 10" Oki Worm: https://bit.ly/44XvFHu

Colors: Plum Candy, Junebug, Green Pumpkin Blue

SWIMMING WORM...

•Netbait Baitfuel Big Bopper: https://bit.ly/3SfpUhb

Colors: Bama Bug, Tilapia Magic

CURLY TAIL WORMS...

•Zoom Ol Monster: https://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Colors: JuneBug, Candy Bug, Plum Apple

•Netbait C Mac: https://bit.ly/43AETJ9

Colors: Junebug, Plum Apple

•Xzone Blitz Worm: https://bit.ly/422SaJA

Colors: Plum, Junebug

SHAKEY HEADS...

•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shakey Head: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz

•Owner Magnum Shakey Head: https://bit.ly/2VlgJBA

Size: 1/2 oz, 8/0 Hook

TEXAS RIG COMPONENTS...

Hook– Owner Offset Shank Wide Gap Worm: https://bit.ly/3Cm7Jiq

Size: 5/0

Weight– VMC Tungsten Worm Weight: https://bit.ly/3Vo2dbo

Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

CAROLINA RIG COMPONENTS...

Hook– Hayabusa Round Bend Heavy Duty: https://bit.ly/3EzvYwE

Size: 5/0

Swivel– Spro Power: https://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

Size: 5

Weight– Real Deal Tungsten Barrel: https://bit.ly/3XvR6yI

Size: 3/8 – 1 oz

Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

DROPSHOT COMPONENTS...

Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2/0

Weight– Xzone Tungsten Skinny: https://bit.ly/40NDHjT

Size: 1/4 oz

SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

CAROLINA RIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sufix Advance (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" ML XFast: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 8 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET WORM CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Seaguar InvizX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

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

The Tube Fishing Trick Nobody Knows!! How To Catch More Bass!

Don't forget about this awesome lure! The Tube is being forgotten, but you need to bring it back to the top of the list as we head into Summer! We have some key tricks that we use with tubes to take them from being a good bait, to a bait that catches everything in sight! If you're not already doing this, you're missing out!

So many anglers used to catch fish with a tube, or tube jig, but have stopped throwing it. Most never realized the bait's true potential before slowly forgetting about it. Today we're going to fix that! Tim starts with the basics of how to catch bass with tubes but it isn't long before he gives up the key that makes a tube a better bait than nearly every other finesse presentation, especially in clear water situations. From head sizes and shapes, to tube lengths and colors, this is everything you need to know!

Below you'll find links to all the baits, heads, and gear Tim discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors where applicable as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FLIPPING TUBES...

•Big Bite Baits Tour Flipping Tube: https://bit.ly/3htKA6h

Color: Green Pumpkin Orange Tail, 1099

TOURNAMENT TUBES...

•Dry Creek Tube: https://bit.ly/2cJwI6r

Colors: Old Ugly, Crazy Eddie

•Gitzit 3.5" Fat: https://bit.ly/2MLZIZR

Color: Brown Craw Salt and Pepper

DOUBLE DIPPED TUBES...

•Big Bite Baits 3.5" Tour Tube: https://bit.ly/32e23VR

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pump Purp Cop

•Netbait STH 4" Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3aU0oeU

Colors: Dark Melon Purple, Green Pumpkin

•Xzone 3.75" X Tube: https://bit.ly/3oEN87D

Colors: Old Faithful, Green Pumpkin Blue

FINESSE TUBES...

•Xzone 2.75" Tube: https://bit.ly/3oEN87D

Colors: Goby Punch, Big G Goby

•Netbait STH 2.5" Tube: https://bit.ly/3aU0oeU

Colors: Ten Point, Juvenile Goby

REALISTIC TUBES...

•Great Lakes Finesse Juvy Craw: https://bit.ly/4aCo9UC

Colors: GP Purple Copper, Green Pump Purple, Motor Oil

•Savage Gear 3.5" 3D Goby Tube: https://bit.ly/33QGXzy

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Light Pumpkin Black Purple

HEAVY HEADS...

•Bite Me Big Goby Head: https://bit.ly/2CV3o7S

Size: 1/2 - 3/4 oz

•Xzone 60 Degree Goby Head: https://bit.ly/3hV3cPE

Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

GLIDING HEADS...

•Xzone 60 Degree Tube Head: https://bit.ly/3jCHmR8

Size: 1/4 oz

•Bite Me Flat Eye Tube Head: https://bit.ly/2diyVXK

Size: 3/16 - 1/4 oz

MICRO HEADS...

•Dirty Jigs Tackle Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 3/16 – 1/4 oz

•Great Lakes Finesse Mini Pro Tube Head: https://bit.ly/41C1W6g

Size: 1/8 - 1/4 oz

SCENT

•Pro Cure Super Gel: https://bit.ly/4bz7X82

Scent: Crawdad

•Bait Fuel Gel: https://bit.ly/3Le5h2j

BUZBE BAG...

•Buzbe Quik Qube: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Size: Large Deep

TIM'S HEAVY TUBE COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Steez AGS: https://bit.ly/3RhFit1

Model: 7'5" Medium Heavy Fast

Reel– Daiwa Steez A 100: https://bit.ly/3wUXrc1

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Daiwa Gold Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

TIM'S BFS TUBE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'2" ML: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS (HG): https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

FINESSE TUBE SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Elite 7'6" Medium: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Reel– Shimano Twin Power FE 2500: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

Line– Power Pro Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

BUDGET FRIENDLY SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'4" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3O8zBye

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (7 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 hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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

Bass Fishing Is Changing!! You Need To Learn These 3 Rigs!!

Don't get left behind! Bass fishing is changing faster than ever before! Over the past couple years, these 3 rigs have exploded onto the stage and are taking over bass fishing. If you're a tournament angler, you need to know how to do them. If you're a fun fisherman, it's still a really good idea to figure these "new" techniques out, and add them to your arsenal.

Every few years a fresh technique comes along and you can catch a ton of bass while it's new. Right now there are three, and you don't want to miss any of them! Free rigging will get you bit year round when fish are difficult to catch and lethargic. Mid strolling, also known as "jig and minnow", "strolling", "moping", "damiki rigging", and many other names... is revolutionizing fishing for the time being. And hover rigging is the fun fisherman's secret weapon. If you're willing to slow down with this technique, it will catch fish when literally nothing else will!

Below we've broken down our favorite components for each rig, as well as a couple rod and reel combos we use to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FREE RIG COMPONENTS...

Light Wire Hook– Hayabusa Round Bend: https://bit.ly/3Zbo8Ty

Sizes: 2/0 for small profiles, 4/0 for large

Wide Gap Hook– Gamakatsu Offset EWG: https://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Sizes: 3/0 - 4/0

Light Weight– Zappu Pinfree Shot Tungsten: https://bit.ly/48750Kw

Size: 1/8 - 3/16 oz

TOP 3 FREE RIG BAITS...

•XZone Adrenaline Craw Jr (3.5"): https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blk Flake, Tilapia

•OSP DoLive Beaver: https://bit.ly/3ECnepu

Colors: Green Pumpkin Pepper, Watermelon Pepper

•GeeCrack Bellows Gill: https://bit.ly/3PUJgbL

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Blue Flake

DAMIKI RIG...

•Damiki Rig Jighead: https://bit.ly/2tg1ajm

Size: 1/8 - 3/8

•Damiki Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2VQ7g6o

Size: 2.5 - 3"

FAVORITE MID STROLLING HEADS...

•Owner Range Roller: https://bit.ly/42cqaUR

Sizes: 3/16 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/32 oz

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Sizes: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook, 1/4 oz, 3/0 Hook

FAVORITE MID STROLLING BAITS...

•Hog Farmer 3.5" - 4.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow, Sexy Shad

•Yamamoto Scope Shad: https://bit.ly/3MVUjBH

Colors: Natural Shad, Sexy Shad

•Duo Realis 3" Finder Shad: https://bit.ly/47EAYws

Colors: Smoke Silver Purple, Ice Fish

HOVER RIG JIG HOOKS...

•Gambler Hover Hook: https://bit.ly/3QTmjHd

Size: 1/16 - 1/8

•Core Tackle Weedless Hover Rig: https://bit.ly/3sefRSc

Size: 1/32 - 3/32

HOVER RIG COMPONENTS...

•Ryugi Hover Shot Hook: https://bit.ly/3QRk4UJ

Size: 3, 2

•Ryugi Weedless Hover Shot Hook: https://bit.ly/3MUFaR8

Size: 2, 1

•Reins Tungsten Nail: https://bit.ly/3Qvfv3Z

Size: 3/32 - 1/96

FAVORITE HOVER RIG BAITS...

•Yamamoto 4" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Natural Shad, Baby Bass

•Roboworm 4" Sculpin: https://bit.ly/39hyrzL

Colors: Hologram Shad, Oxblood Light Red

•Missile Baits 4" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Blueback Secret, Ed's Orange

FAVORITE FREE RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Daiwa Hidden FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

FAVORITE MID STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Sustain FJ 3000: https://bit.ly/3BQLlNP

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

FAVORITE HOVER RIG COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 901 SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (5 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET ALL AROUND COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 7' Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2AdvIC1

Reel– Shimano Nasci FC 2500: https://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line– Seaguar InvizX (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

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

Spinnerbait Tricks For Spring Bass Fishing! ( Everything You Need To Know )

Spinnerbaits are amazing if you know these tricks! Spinnerbaits can catch fish all Spring, no matter the weather. From prespawn to shad spawn, there is a place for a spinnerbait if you know how to adapt. This is everything you need to know!

Spinnerbaits are a HUGE category! They come in a variety of sizes, blade shapes, colors, and configurations. Most anglers have a favorite bait or two and hope for the best. Today we're going to show you how to adapt your spinnerbaits to changing conditions throughout the Spring so you can catch more fish.

Below you'll find links to our confidence spinnerbaits. These are the baits we rely on in varying conditions. We've also included our favorite spinnerbait combos for fishing these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Bait– Megabass SV 3 Spinnerbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Ayu, Wakasagi, Hasu

Stinger Hook– Hayabusa Trailer: https://bit.ly/417hdei

Size: 1/0

SPINNERBAIT STORAGE...

•Buzbe Fast Flatz: https://bit.ly/3Tu2yac

Size: Half Large

FINESSE SPINNERBAITS...

•Megabass SV–3: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Ayu, Wakasagi, Hasu

•Shimano Swagy: https://bit.ly/45E03ao

Color: Natural Bait, Tidal Killer

•War Eagle Screamin Eagle: https://bit.ly/2IEHHjA

Color: Mouse, Blue Shad, Silver Shiner

•Dirty Jigs Compact Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3OyxKDD

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream

FULL SIZE SPINNERBAITS...

•Damiki TOT: https://bit.ly/368VED0

Colors: Smelt Shad, Snow Shad, Sharp Belly

•Nichols Catalyst: https://bit.ly/3QfCSuM

Colors: Tactical Shad, Bombshell Shad

•River2Sea Bling: https://bit.ly/2diSwqq

Colors: Abalone Shad, I Know It

SITUATIONAL BAITS...

•Megabass SV–3: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Hot Tiger (Bold) , Gill (Black Blades)

•Nichols Pulsator Glitter Blades: https://bit.ly/2Sttxpc

Dark Colors: JT's Best Color Ever

Light Colors: Bombshell Shad, Clent's Shad Spawn

Red Colors: Red Pepper, Red Shad

•Nichols Hammered Shattered Glass: https://bit.ly/3udIU7d

Colors: Green Crystal, Blue Shad

TRAILER HOOKS...

•Gamakatsu G Power Stinger: https://bit.ly/3jdoaWN

Sizes: 2, 1/0

•Hayabusa 929 Trailer: https://bit.ly/417hdei

Size: 1/0 - 3/0

SWIMBAIT TRAILERS...

•Keitech 4.3 Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Damiki Armor Shad 4": http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Colors: RP Blue Pearl, PB Silver

•Storm Largo Shad (3" or 3.5"): https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad

FINESSE SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer JDM Casting: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Dark Sleeper (7'1" Medium heavy)

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

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

INCREDIBLE ALL AROUND SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'1" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Sunline FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

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