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

Shakey Head Worms - Tricks To Catch More Fish!! ( Underwater Footage!! )

The shaky head worm is an awesome technique for Summer Bass! The technique catches BIG fish but it catches a lot of fish too! Most anglers have a few heads and a favorite worm or two but never realize just how effective this technique can be. When you start to understand the differences between worms, head designs, and hooks, you'll immediately start catching more fish!

Whether you throw a shaky head every trip, or just occasionally pick up a plastic worm, this video is going to help you hone your fishing skills. Subtle differences in plastic composition and worm shape make huge differences in the actions of the worms and how bass react to them. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video, along with the different heads and gear we use to fish these baits effectively. We've also included our favorite colors and sizes for each worm. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SUMMER WORM VIDEO: https://youtu.be/l3f7PEKf_tg

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

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

Size: 3/16 oz

Bait– Netbait Baitfuel T Mac: https://bit.ly/41rJOer

Colors: Junebug

STANDARD WORMS...

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

Colors: Junebug, Plum, Sprayed Grass

•Netbait Baitfuel T Mac: https://bit.ly/41rJOer

Colors: Junebug, Black Grape, Bama Bug

FINESSE WORMS...

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

Colors: PB&J Time, Junebug Dream, Blueback Secret

•Roboworm 6" Fat Worm: https://bit.ly/2awYSxM

Colors: Margarita Mutilator, MMIII, People's Worm

•Netbait Flex Worm: https://bit.ly/334C9pG

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin, Tilapia Magic

MAGNUM WORMS...

•Strike King 8" Bull Worm OPT: https://bit.ly/2Iqhy3w

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug, Magic

•Magnum Baits Wormser: https://bit.ly/2XM1naf

Sizes: 11.5", 8.5"

Colors: Delta Dark Purple, Green Pumpkin, Kush

SHAKEY HEADS...

Light– Owner Shakey Ultrahead: https://bit.ly/2iofJdg

Size: 1/8 - 1/4 oz

Medium– Dirty Jigs Canterbury: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz - 1/4 oz

Large– Dirty Jigs Stand Up Finesse Head: https://bit.ly/3fUYNby

Sizes: 3/16 - 1/4 oz

Magnum– Owner Magnum Shakey: https://bit.ly/2VlgJBA

Size: 1/2 - 5/8 oz

SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 6'10" Med Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

MAGNUM SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Envy Black 7'6" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3KtYZhv

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

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

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

SPINNING SHADY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Leader (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3cjHwJL

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

3 Bass Fishing Rigs You Need To Know! ** UNDERWATER LURE FOOTAGE! **

Whether you’re brand new to fishing or a seasoned pro, this time of year you need to know 3 basic techniques. The Wacky Rig ( Senko ), The Shaky Head Worm, and the Texas Rig Creature Bait are must haves! Today we’re looking at how to rig (and fish) each method, as well as watching underwater footage of how the different rigs move underwater. 

This video is back to the basics! We get so caught up in the details of fishing that sometimes we forget to cover the basics. No matter how often you fish, these 3 rigs should be in every angler’s Spring time arsenal. From shallow cover, to grass, to offshore structure, these rigs get big when others don’t. 

Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and colors we use for each rig, along with details on hooks, weights. We’ve also included our favorite affordable rods and reels for fishing these techniques effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each. 

STICK BAITS…

•Yamamoto 5” Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Black Flake

•Yum 5” Dinger: http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Elders Magic

STICK BAIT RIGGING…

Weedless Wacky– Hayabusa WRM201: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1/0

Standard Wacky– Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Size: 1/0

Wacky Band– VMC Crossover Ring: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

Size: 5” Senko - 7MM, 6” Senko - 8MM

Texas Rig– Owner Offset Shank Worm: http://bit.ly/2D9Pmj0

Size: 4/0

SHAKY HEAD WORMS…

•Netbait T Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Black Grape, Junebug, Bama Bug

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

Colors: Missile Morning, Junebug Dream

SHAKY HEAD HOOKS…

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

Size: 3/16 oz

•Owner Shakey UltraHead: http://bit.ly/2iofJdg

Size: 3/16 oz

TEXAS RIGGED CREATURES…

•MissileBaits D Stroyer: http://bit.ly/2QiTTrM

Colors: Super Bug, Copper Chopper

•MissileBaits Baby D Stroyer: http://bit.ly/3248BXL

Colors: Super Bug, Green Pumpkin

•Reaction Innovations Man Bear Pig: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV

Colors: Dirty Wizard, Magic Craw Swirl

•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Blue

TEXAS RIGGING COMPONENTS…

Hook– Owner All Purpose Soft Bait: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Size: 4/0

Weight– Freedom Tackle Tungsten: https://bit.ly/3TY1qvu

Size: 3/8 oz

Weight Peg– VMC Sinker Stops: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

BUDGET SENKO SPINNING COMBO…

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7’ Medium: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

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

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

BUDGET SHAKY HEAD SPINNING COMBO…

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7’1” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET TEXAS RIG CASTING COMBO…

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7’2” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (40 lb): http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

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

Exploring A New Lake! (Bass Fishing In A Swamp)

Come along for a day of bass fishing in a swamp! We're out on the road exploring new lakes and we've found ourselves in the middle of a Southern cypress swamp. Watch as we break down this diverse fishery and catch bass amongst its endless grass lines and fields of standing timber! 

Its rare to see Tim and Matt slow down and fish with plastics. Today is very much a traditional bass fishing day as the duo do all their damage with plastic worms. While they got bit on a handful of reaction baits, Matt caught his fish with a big curly tail worm and Tim found success with a shaky head. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits the guys were fishing, as well as the rods and reels they were using to present them effectively. We've also included their terminal tackle, bait colors, and any other pertinent information. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.  

CURLY TAIL WORM...

Bait– Netbait C Mac 11" Worm: https://bit.ly/2OxtIzR

Color: Plum

Hook– VMC Heavy Duty Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/3ad5XVc

Size: 5/0

Weight– Freedom Tackle Flippin: https://bit.ly/3jooeXx

Size: 1/2 oz

SHAKY HEAD...

Bait– Netbait T Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Color: Junebug

Hook– Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shaky: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 1/4 oz

BLADE BAIT...

•Damiki Vault (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Color: Holo Flash Gill

SWIMBAITS WE TRIED...

•Megabass Sleeper Gill: https://bit.ly/3HPvgMT

Color: Gillkko

•Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Owner Flashy Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 5/0

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

Color: White Back Shad

•Owner Beast Hook: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

Size: 8/0

MATT'S TEXAS RIG WORM COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'7" Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

TIM'S SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BUDGET BIG WORM COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BUDGET SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Fate Black 7'1" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3xSUZB3

Reel– 13 Fishing Modus C2: https://bit.ly/3HJdwnR

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 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 hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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