BUYER'S GUIDE: Jigs And Jig Trailers (Finesse, Football, Flipping, Swim Jig)

In today's Buyers guide we're breaking down jig fishing! The best flipping jigs, football jigs, micro jigs, and more from every category. We're also covering our favorite jig trailers for each, as well as the rods we rely on to throw the various jig styles. Let's go!

Jig fishing is a huge category but is actually very simple to narrow down. Most anglers don't need every style of jig. Typically one or two jig styles will cover all the situations on your local fisheries. Once you've chosen those, there will be several viable trailer options and a few key colors. 

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs and trailers in the order we discussed them in the video. We've included our personal favorites sizes and colors for each category, as well as the rods we use to fish them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES... 

•$100 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/n3AQnmNoUPQ

•$200 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/YqWwjXJtkdo

•$400 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/-H9VEnkSiow

•Ultra High End Rods And Reels: https://youtu.be/-4aUElWcGxw

•BFS (Bait Finesse) Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/xaEw2WvkgZA

•Dropshot Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/WwrrebYluSI

•Crankbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/9UgdA1Tytrw

MICRO JIGS AND TRAILERS...

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

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Brown/Purple, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Nishine Lure Work Finesse Football: https://bit.ly/3gIKmrz

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Copper Craw, Pumpkin Pepper Green

•ZMan TRD Bugz: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Color: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw

•ZMan TRD Crawz: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Color: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw

FINESSE JIGS AND TRAILERS...

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

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Supermatt Brown, The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

•Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Color: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

FOOTBALL JIGS AND TRAILERS...

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

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Supermatt Brown, The Go To

•Bass Patrol Football: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Size: 3/4 oz

Color: Brown Purple, Brown Green Pumpkin

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

Color: Cinnamon blk purp, Green Pump, purp, copper

FINESSE JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET FINESSE JIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

SWIM JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•California Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Weight: 1/2 - 3/4 oz

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Crappie

•Dirty Jigs Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Weight: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Bluegill

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

Color: Shamrock Shad, PB Red

•Gambler EZ: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Color: Gold Rush, Electric One

PITCHING JIGS AND TRAILERS...

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

Size: 1/2 oz 

Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

•Compact Pitchin Jig: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Green Pumpkin Red, Delta Flare

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

Color: Dirty Wizard, Green pumpkin Red

•Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Color: Magic Craw, Green Pumpkin Red

FLIPPING JIGS AND TRAILERS...

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

Size: 5/8 oz

Color: Hematoma, Molting Craw, Go To

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

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: The Go To, Hematoma

•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Green Pumpkin Red, Black Shadow Flare

MATT'S FAVORITE JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

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

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 Tricks For Fall Bass Fishing! (Beginner To Advanced

The jig bite is amazing in the Fall! We constantly rely on the jig to get BIG bites. The key is understanding where bass are positioning and which jig styles to throw. Today Matt is giving you the keys to Fall jig fishing whether you're fishing a clear finesse fishery, a shallow grassy lake, or anywhere in between. 

Understanding how fish are positioning in the Fall is half the battle. Pay attention to Matt's tips on WHERE he throws each style of jig as much as why he's throwing it. Getting bit on the jig is easy, once you're around the right fish. After that its all about jig selection. The right jig for a highland reservoir is completely different than the right jig for a Southern fishery. 

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs, trailers and gear discussed in the video. We've included Matt's favorite sizes and colors as well. 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...

Bait– Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin' Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: Go To, Molting Craw

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

Color: Tramp Stamp, Green Pumpkin Red Flk

GRASS JIGS...

Jig– Dirty Jigs No Jack Flippin 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Color: The Go To, Hematoma

Trailer– Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Black Shadow Flare

Jig– Dirty Jigs Canterbury Flippin Jig 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2aUtZsG

Colors: The Go To, Hematoma

Trailer– Strike King Rage Craw: http://bit.ly/2uoqsLJ

Colors: Blue Bug, Blue Craw

HARD COVER JIGS...

Jig– Compact Pitchin Jig 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Colors: Green Pumpkin Craw, Alabama Craw

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Natural Craw

Jig– Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Colors: Canterbury Craw, Green Pumpkin Craw

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple Copper

RESERVOIR FISHING...

Jig– Dirty Jigs Finesse Football 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Colors: Canterbury Craw, The Go To

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

Colors: Green Pump Purp Copper, Cinn Black Purple

Jig– Bass Patrol Round Rubber Jig 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Colors: Brown Green Pumpkin, Brown Orange

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

Colors: Green Pump Purp Copper, Cinn Black Purple

MICRO JIGS...

Jig– Nishine Lure Works Finesse Football 1/2 oz: https://bit.ly/3gIKmrz

Colors: Copper Craw, Pumpkin Pepper Green Flake

Trailer– ZMan TRD Crawz: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin

Jig–Keitech Tungsten Micro Football 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Blue

Trailer– ZMan TRD Bugz: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw

MATT'S ALL AROUND JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

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

MATT'S FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Chronarch MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

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

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

MATT'S HEAVY FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX EMTF: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 16 lb Shock Leader: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

MICRO JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (XG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

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

BUDGET ALL AROUND JIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline FC 15 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

Jig Fishing Tricks You Need When Its HOT!

Want to catch bigger fish this Summer? Here are 4 tricks you can try to catch more fish on jigs. Whether you have crystal clear water, muddy water, or somewhere in between, there is a trick here that will help you catch bigger bass this Summer!

If you lean toward finesse fishing, pay close attention to the first two tips. Downsizing to a micro or finesse jig will get you quality bites on a clear water fishery. If you like to power fish and haven't tried stroking a jig, its time to experience some of the most brutal strikes you'll ever get on a jig. If you like flipping and punching, don't forget to try the jig to upsize your catch and increase your hookup ratio. 

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs, trailers, and equipment Matt discussed in the video. We've also included our favorite colors for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SMALL JIG... 

Bait- Keitech Tungsten Football (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pumpkin Black

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

Colors: Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin

COMPACT JIG... 

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

Colors: Alabama Craw, Canterbury Craw, The Go To

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

Colors: Crawfish, Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

STROKING/FLIPPING JIG... 

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

Colors: Hematoma, The Go To, Black and Blue

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

Colors: Blk Blu Flk, Black Shadow Flare, Green Pumpkin

PUNCHING JIG... 

Bait- Dirty Jigs Punchin Jig (1 oz): http://bit.ly/2cB4j2F

Colors: Black and Blue, Hemamota, The Go To

Trailer- Strike King Rage Craw: http://bit.ly/2uoqsLJ

Colors: Black Blue Flake, Dirty Craw

BRAILLIST COMBO... 

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

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

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

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

MICRO JIG COMBO... 

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

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

STROKING/FLIPPING COMBO...

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

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

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

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

BUDGET ALL-AROUND JIG COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano SLX (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Sunline FC 15 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

Swinging Jigs For Summer Bass! (Everything You Need To Know)

This is the EASIEST way to catch BIGGER bass as we transition into Summer! The Swing head jig has been forgotten by most anglers but its still catching big fish! This technique is easy to do, won't require new gear, and it will work on your lake. Its time to set your old Summer patterns aside and try something completely different!

The swinging jig is incredibly simple! All you do is pair the free swinging head with your favorite bait, let it hit bottom, and start a moderate retrieve. As you swim it along the bottom the bait will bump along, deflecting off cover, and drawing reaction strikes from the bass. While this technique can be done with swimbaits, worms, and creature baits, our best results have consistently come with creature baits. 

When it comes to baits, there are endless options that can be rigged on these heads. However, we've found very specific baits that consistently get bigger bites. Below you'll find links to those exact baits, as well as the heads and gear we use to fish 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…

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 3/0 Hook, 3/4 oz 5/0 Hook, 1 oz 5/0 Hook

FULL-SIZE CREATURE BAITS…

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

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red

-XZone Adrenaline Craw 4.25: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Junebug, TW Dark Junebug, Green Pumpkin Black

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

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

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

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug, Blue Craw

-Keitech 4.4" Crazy Flapper: http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp

Colors: Junebug, Double Trouble, Green Pumpkin

SMALL CREATURE BAITS... 

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

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red

-XZone Adrenaline Craw 3.5: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: 309, Green Pumpkin Blue, TW Dark Junebug

-Strike King Rage Baby Bug: https://bit.ly/3N84G3i

Colors: Blue Craw, Green Pumpkin

-Keitech 3.6" Crazy Flapper: http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp

Colors: Green Pumpkin Watermelon, Double Trouble

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

BEST “BANG FOR THE BUCK” COMBO…

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

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

Line- Sunline FC 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET WOBBLE HEAD COMBO…

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

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Sunline FC 17 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