How To Fish The Free Rig! ( Fall Bass Fishing )
Have you tried the "Free Rig" yet? If you haven't tried the Free Rig, this is the right time of year to experiment with it. Think of it as a finesse version of a Texas Rig or Carolina Rig. Its a fish catcher and it's here to stay!
The Free Rig isn't new, but is continuing to gain popularity, especially as grass begins dying back in the Fall. This rig shines around hard cover and will produce long after bass have become leery of traditional presentations. The benefit of this rig is it allows your bait to fall very slowly, while still keeping great contact with the bottom.
Below you'll find links to Tim's favorite baits for free rigging, along with the gear he uses to fish them effectively. We've also included our favorite colors for each bait to help you get started. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
CREATURE BAITS...
•XZone Adrenaline Craw Jr (3.5"): https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h
Colors: Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Blk Flake
•MissileBaits D Stroyer: https://bit.ly/2QiTTrM
Colors: Super Bug, Green Pumpkin
•OSP DoLive Beaver: https://bit.ly/3ECnepu
Colors: Green Pumpkin Pepper, Watermelon Pepper
SHAD/GILL PROFILES...
•GeeCrack Bellows Shad: https://bit.ly/3E4zVdl
Colors: Electric Shad, AJ's Juice
•Deps 3.8" Bull Flat: https://bit.ly/3Ey9Jr6
Colors: TW Black Blue Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Blue
•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H
Colors: Electric Shad, Albino
•Xzone Stealth Invader: https://bit.ly/43OrFJx
Colors: Bass Candy, Touch Down
RIGGING COMPONENTS...
Light Wire Hook– Hayabusa Round Bend: https://bit.ly/3Zbo8Ty
Sizes: 2/0 for small profiles, 4/0 for large
Heavy Wire Hook– Hayabusa HD Round Bend: https://bit.ly/3EzvYwE
Sizes: 2/0 for small profiles, 4/0 for large
Heavy Weight– Reins Heavy Tungsten: https://bit.ly/47iSN4V
Size: 1/2 oz
Light Weight– Zappu Pinfree Shot Tungsten: https://bit.ly/48750Kw
Size: 1/8 - 1/4 oz
TIM'S FAVORITE 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– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju
BUDGET FRIENDLY COMBO...
Rod– Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc
Reel– Shimano SLX 150 A (HG): https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line– Sunline FC (12 lb): https://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
