Which Bluegill Swimbaits Catch More Bass? Amazing Underwater Fishing Footage!!
Which Bluegill Swimbaits Catch More Bass? Let's go underwater and find out! There are a ton of bluegill imitators on the market but some have terrible hookup ratios. Today we explore which baits get the most bites, which hook up the best, and when to throw them. Whether you're sight fishing for spawning bass or blind casting for aggressive post spawn bass that are eating bluegill, these baits will help you catch more fish.
Its no secret that bass love to eat bluegill. They're a consistent food source from coast to coast but imitating them can be very difficult. The key is to focus on baits that have smaller profiles and either have an exposed hook or are so soft that a hidden (weedless) hook can easily pop through. Over the years we've narrowed our selection from dozens of bluegill swimbaits to just a handful of bluegill imitators with great hookup ratios.
Below is a breakdown of the baits we use when bass are chasing bluegill. All of these baits can be used for bed fishing or open water casting alike. Don't get caught up with colors, instead focus on profile and action as you select the best baits for your lake.
Bluegill Swimbaits...
-Mattlures U2 Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2s1dqyf
-Mattlures Ultimate Bluegill: http://bit.ly/2aAuAz5
-Mattlures Hammer Tail: http://bit.ly/2FsZhA3
-All American Sunfish: http://bit.ly/2ahBNOT
-Huddleston Bluegill: http://bit.ly/2FqvvQW
-Rago Bluegill Line Through: http://bit.ly/2JR2iS7
-Storm Wildeye Sunfish: http://bit.ly/2psTO6t
-Storm Wildeye Bluegill: http://bit.ly/2uBZ1Mf
Bluegill Imitators...
-Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig: http://bit.ly/2eJinXo
-Dirty Jigs California Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2auXfmx
-Keitech 3.8 or 4.3 Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
(Male Perch or Green Pumpkin Fire)
-Basstrix Bait Fry: http://bit.ly/2prMB8n
-Basstrix Bluegill: http://bit.ly/2dPHA4e
Hooks...
-Stinger Treble Hooks- Owner ST-56 Size 2: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW
-Trokar 5/0 Swimbait Hook (for All American Sunfish): http://bit.ly/2iTeTSh
-Split Ring- Hyperwire Size 4: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX
Big Swimbait Combo...
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 966: http://bit.ly/2x9kxuS
Reel- Tranx 300 HG: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw
Line- 65 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 25 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
Budget Small/Medium Swimbait Rod (jig rod)...
Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO
Reel- SLX 150: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line- 50 lb Power Pro Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- 15 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
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