Big Worms for Summer Bass Fishing! (Texas Rig, Carolina Rig, Shaky Head)
Big Summer Bass love eating big worms! There are a ton of ways to present big worms and they all work! Texas Rigs, Carolina Rigs, Shaky Heads, even wacky rigged, they all work! Best of all, worm fishing doesn't require specialized gear you probably already own a rod that can do it! 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.
How do you choose the right plastic worm for the job? What makes a good shakey head worm? What about the right worm for a texas rig? What about colors? Its all so overwhelming! Your local shop has dozens, if not hundreds of options to choose from, but today we're going to narrow it down to a few key shapes and colors.
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.
CURLY TAIL WORMS...
•Zoom Magnum Ol Monster: https://bit.ly/2P5QZbq
Colors: Junebug, Plum, Green Pumpkin
•Zoom Ol Monster: https://bit.ly/2adPtjs
Colors: Candy Bug, Junebug, Plum
Netbait Baitfuel C Mac: https://bit.ly/43AETJ9
Colors: Junebug, Plum, Plum Apple
Xzone 11" Blitz: https://bit.ly/422SaJA
Colors: Junebug, Plum, Green Pumpkin
STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS...
•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB
Colors: Junebug Dream, Missile Morning
•Netbait Baitfuel T Mac Worm: https://bit.ly/41rJOer
Colors: Bama Bug, Black Grape, Junebug
•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x
Colors: Junebug, Plum, Sprayed Grass
•Magnum Baits Wormser: https://bit.ly/2XM1naf
Colors: Delta Dark Purple, Green Pumpkin
WACKY WORMS...
•Magnum Baits 10" Soft Stickbait: https://bit.ly/2KBhPWU
Colors: PNW, Junebug, Delta Dark Purple
CAROLINA RIG COMPONENTS...
Hook– Owner Offset Shank Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/3Cm7Jiq
Size: 5/0
Weight– Swagger Tungsten Carolina Barrel: https://bit.ly/3f14FNn
Size: 1/2 - 1 oz
Swivel– Spro Power Swivel: https://bit.ly/2ay0p7d
Size: 4
Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4
TEXAS RIG COMPONENTS...
Hook– Owner All Purpose Soft Bait: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW
Size: 5/0
Weight– Swagger Tungsten Flipping: https://bit.ly/2X35Jtl
Size: 3/8 - 3/4 oz
Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4
POWER SHOT COMPONENTS...
Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf
Size: 1/0 - 2/0
Weight– Swagger Vader Pencil: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z
Size: 1/4 oz
WACKY RIG COMPONENTS...
Weightless– Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/2aKGmHM
Size: 4/0 - 5/0
Weighted– Big Bite Baits Gamakatsu Wacky: https://bit.ly/3CowxbF
Size: 3/8 oz
Swinging– Frenzy Wack A Sack Jig: https://bit.ly/2oFduEq
Size: 4/0
SHAKEY HEADS...
Small– Dirty Jigs Canterbury: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V
Size: 3/16 oz
Medium– Owner Shakey Ultrahead: https://bit.ly/2iofJdg
Size: 1/4 oz
Magnum– Owner Magnum Shakey: https://bit.ly/2VlgJBA
Size: 5/8 oz
TEXAS/CAROLINA RIG COMBO...
Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'7" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP
Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader– Sunline Saltimate Shock (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2
SHAKEY 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
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
