BUYER'S GUIDE: JIGS AND JIG TRAILERS ( FLIPPING TO FINESSE )

Our buyer's guide series continues with this in-depth look at jig fishing. From swim jigs to flipping jigs, from football to finesse, we're covering the best jigs, trailers, and colors for every situation! Come along as we explore the different styles, what they're for, and how to choose the best options for your lake. 

You don't need to feel overwhelmed about jig fishing. Choosing the right bait for the job is actually quite simple. Listen to our descriptions of each jig and only try the baits that best apply to you. We're keeping our trailers even simpler with just 1 or 2 recommendations for each style. Whether you're fishing thick vegetation in Florida or crystal clear water on the Great Lakes, we've got you covered with this buyer's guide. 

Below you'll find links to all the jigs, trailers, and rods in the order they appear in the video. We've included our favorite weight and colors for each to take even more of the guess work out. Whether you're watching this video for yourself, or to help you shop for a loved one, the links below will help you find the different options easily. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SWIM JIGS... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs California Swim Jig (3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Colors: Crappie, Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream

Trailer- River2Sea D Walker 120: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

Colors: PB Red, Shamrock Shad, Silver Side

Jig- Dirty Jigs Swim Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Colors: Black and Blue, Bluegill, Tactical Shad

Trailer- Gambler EZ Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Colors: Electric One, Silver Shadow, Killer G

FLIPPING JIG... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs No-Jack Flipping (3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Hematoma, Blackend Blue, The Go To

Trailer- Reaction Innovations Kinky Beaver: http://bit.ly/2XQ1kJ1

Colors: Penetration, Tramp Stamp, Magic Craw Swirl

PITCHING JIGS... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: Brown Craw, Green pumpkin Craw, The Go To

Trailer- Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Magic Craw Swirl, Tramp Stamp

Jig- Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Colors: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw, Molting Craw

Trailer- Netbait Paca Slim 4": http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Green Pumpkin

FOOTBALL JIGS... 

Jig- Bass Patrol Living Rubber Football (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Colors: Brown Green Pump, Brown Orange, Brown Purple

Trailer- Yamamoto 5" Double Tail: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Cinn black purp, Green Pump Purple

Jig- Dirty Jigs Finesse Football (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Colors: The Go To, Supermatt Brown, Molting Craw

Trailer- Big Bite Baits Double Tail: http://bit.ly/2qS1YtE

Colors: Tilapia

FINESSE JIG... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig (5/16 oz): http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Colors: Alabama Craw, Canterbury Craw, The Go To

Trailer- Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

MICRO JIGS... 

Jig- Keitech Tungsten Football (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Brown Purple, Green Pumpkin Black

Trailer- Netbait Tiny Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

Jig- Jewel Baits Pee Wee Football (5/16 oz): https://bit.ly/2IkGi20

Color: First Down, Hail Mary, PB&J

Trailer- Z Man TRD BugZ: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Canada Craw, MudBug, Green Pumpkin

Jig- Nishine Lures Finesse Football (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3gIKmrz

Color: Copper Craw, Watermelon Candy

Trailer- Z Man TRD CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin

PITCHING/FLIPPING COMBO... 

Rod- Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

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

FOOTBALL JIGS... 

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

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

BUDGET JIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'5" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Sunline Fluorocarbon 17 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

MICRO JIGS... 

Rod- Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line- Sunline Super FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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

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

Jig Fishing Made Easy! Fall and Winter Bass Fishing! (Beginner To Advanced)

These jig tricks will help you catch more fish! It doesn't matter if you're fishing grass in the South or rock in the North, we're going to help you elevate your jig fishing this Fall and Winter. Come along as Matt explains how to adapt jigs to changing conditions. 

Jigs catch big bass! No one will dispute that fact. So why do so many anglers shy away from jig fishing? Maybe you don't catch very many fish on a jig. Maybe you don't have confidence in them. Maybe you've tried it and it didn't work. After this video, you'll know exactly when and where to throw a jig. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discussed in the video. He's included his favorite sizes and colors for each jig, as well as trailer recommendations. He's also included his favorite rods for each style. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

IF YOU CAN ONLY HAVE ONE... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: Green Pumpkin Craw

Trailer- R.I. Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Green Pumpkin

FOOTBALL JIGS... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Finesse Football: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Colors: Go To, Supermatt Brown

Trailer- Yamamoto Double Tail 4" Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Green Pump Purp Cop, Cinnamon Blk Purp

Jig- Bass Patrol Football: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Colors: Brown/Orange, Brown/Purple

Trailer- Yamamoto Double Tail 5" Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Cinnamon Blk Purp, Smoke Blk Purple

FOOTBALL JIG COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 844C MBR: https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

OTHER MBR RODS... 

GLX- http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

IMX PRO- http://bit.ly/2lVATTC

MICRO JIGS...

Jig- Nishine Finesse Football: https://bit.ly/3gIKmrz

Colors: Pumpkin Pepper Green Flake, Copper Craw

Trailer- Z Man TRD CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin, Mud Bug

Jig- Jewel Baits Pee Wee: https://bit.ly/2IkGi20

Colors: Hail Mary, PB&J, 1st down

Trailer- Netbait Paca Tiny: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Crawfish, Green Pumpkin

MICRO JIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line- Sunline Fluorocarbon 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

PITCHING JIGS... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Pitchin: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: Green Pumpkin Craw, Brown Craw, Alabama Craw

Trailer- R.I. Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

Jig- Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Colors: Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw, Alabama Craw

Trailer- Netbait Paca Slim 4": http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Green Pumpkin

PITCHING JIG COMBO... 

Rod- Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

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

Leader- Sunline FC100 Shock Leader 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

GRASS JIGS...

Jig- No Jack Flippin: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Hematoma, Go To, PayDay

Trailer- R.I. Kinky Beaver: http://bit.ly/2XQ1kJ1

Colors: Hematoma, Penetration, Tramp Stamp

Jig- Canterbury Flippin: http://bit.ly/2aUtZsG

Colors: Hematoma, Go To, Molting Craw

Trailer- Netbait Paca Chunk Sr: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Black Blue Flake, Toledo Special, Green Pumpkin

Chartreuse Chunk- Yamamoto 5" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Chartreuse Black Flake

FLIPPIN STICK... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'11" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado 200K (HG): http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

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

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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

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

3 Jig Tricks To Catch Bass In The Heat!

Jigs catch BIG bass in Summer! Knowing which jig to use and when to throw it will help you catch even more fish. Come along as we dive into 3 jig fishing tricks that will help you fine tune your jig fishing this Summer, no matter how hot it gets!

Its easy to make a blanket statement like, "Jigs catch big bass". Its something entirely different to peer into a box of jigs and bags of trailers and try to figure out which baits to pair for the situation you're facing. Honestly, its intimidating. Today we're going to make it a whole lot easier! We've got 3 scenarios for you with 3 very different solutions. Choose the scenario that best matches your lake, apply those tips, and you'll be fishing with confidence in no time. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've listed them in order of appearance to make it as simple as possible. We've also included our favorite trailers for each style, favorite colors, and the gear we use to throw them. 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...

Jig- Dirty Jigs Pitchin' Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: Go To

Trailer- Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Color: Tramp Stamp

HEAVY COVER JIG... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs No-Jack Flippin Jig: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Weight: 5/8 - 3/4 oz

Favorite Colors: Hematoma, Go To, Okeechobee 420

HEAVY COVER TRAILERS...

-Netbait Paca Chunk (Sr): http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Favorite Colors: Black/Blue, Green Pumpkin, Toledo Special

-Reaction Innovations Kinky Beaver: http://bit.ly/2XQ1kJ1

Favorite Colors: Hematoma, Tramp Stamp

FINESSE JIG... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig: http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Weight: 3/8 oz

Favorite Colors: Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw, Kentucky Craw

FINESSE TRAILERS...

-Reaction Innovations Smallie Beaver: http://bit.ly/2dR6CkP

Favorite Colors: Magic Craw Swirl, Green Pumpkin, Sprayed Grass

MICRO FOOTBALL JIGS...

-Pee Wee Jig: https://bit.ly/2IkGi20

Weight: 5/16 oz

Favorite Colors: 1st Down, Hail Mary, PB & J

-Nishine Finesse Football: https://bit.ly/3gIKmrz

Weight: 1/2 oz

Favorite Colors: Pumpkin Pepper Green Flake, Watermelon Candy

-Keitech Tungsten Football: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Weight: 1/2 oz

Favorite Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Blue, Brown Purple

MICRO FOOTBALL TRAILERS...

-Netbait Paca Chunk (Tiny): http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Favorite Colors: Crawfish, Green Pump, Green Pumpkin Red

-Yamamoto Double Tail Grub 4": http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Favorite Colors: Cinnamon blk/purp, Green Pump purp/Cop

-Z Man CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Favorite Colors: Mud Bug, Green Pump, Canada Craw

HEAVY COVER JIG COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'6" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

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

"BANG FOR THE BUCK" MICRO JIG COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'8" Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

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

BUDGET ALL-AROUND JIG COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR?  

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

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

Swinging Jigs For Summer Bass (Tips That Actually Matter)

Its time to change it up! Summer is here and this technique gets BIG bites when nothing else will. Quit throwing the same old Summer baits and show them something completely different! The swinging jig is easy to fish, doesn't require specialized gear, and most importantly, the big ones eat it!

This technique goes by many names. You may have heard of the wobble head, biffle head, free swinging jig, or swinging jig... all references to the same technique. We combining the swinging jig with either a creature bait or small swimbait to create a profile that bass can't resist. As you swim it along the bottom the bait will bump along, deflecting off cover, and drawing reaction strikes from the bass. 

Virtually every brand makes a creature bait that could work with this technique. However, there are a few that rise above the rest. Below you'll find links to all the baits, heads, and gear discussed in the video, beginning with the "If you could only have one" bait choice. 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... 

Head- Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football (1/2 oz with 4/0): http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Bait- XZone Lures Adrenaline Craw (Junebug): https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Favorite Heads... 

Lead- Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football Head: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Common Sizes: 1/2 oz 4/0 Hook, 3/4 oz 5/0 Hook

Tungsten- Swagger Tungsten Swinging Football: http://bit.ly/2MmBuur

Common Sizes: 1/2 oz 5/0 Hook, 3/4 oz 5/0 Hook, 1 oz 5/0 Hook

Top Creature Baits... 

-XZone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Color: Junebug, Green Pumpkin Black

-Zoom Z-Craw: http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5

Color: Junebug, Huckleberry, Watermelon Red

-Netbait Paca Craw (Baby): http://bit.ly/2wlVAfh

Color: Junebug, Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin

-Strike King Rage Bug: http://bit.ly/2aAsuiV

Color: Junebug, Blue Craw

Other Great Baits...

-13 Fishing 4.25" Invader: https://bit.ly/3vdNznG

Color: Witches Brew, Collard Greens

-Zoom Ultravibe Speed Craw: https://bit.ly/3fTGlQQ

Colors: Junebug, Green pumpkin

-Netbait Paca Slim 4": http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin

-Gambler Stinger 4.25": https://bit.ly/3gpebNE

Colors: Gold Rush, Junebug

-Keitech Crazy Flapper: http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp

Colors: Double Trouble, Green Pumpkin Watermelon

-Big Bite Baits Swimming Mama: https://bit.ly/3gE8tWP

Colors: 1099, Tilapia

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Matt's Favorite Combo... 

Rod- Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL B 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (50 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC 100 Shock Leader (20 lb): http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

"Bang For The Buck" Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'6" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Chronarch 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (50 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen (20 lb): http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Budget Wobble Head Combo... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'5" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- Shimano SLX XT: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Sunline Assassin Fluorocarbon (20 lb): http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Want TacticalBassin Gear?  

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

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