Summer Worm Fishing For Bass! How to Rig, Where To Fish, Which Worms Catch More Fish!

Worms catch more bass each year than almost all other techniques combined! In Summer, the big plastic worm is king in deep water. Up shallow, most anglers overlook the effectiveness of the power shot. There are tricks to consistently catching fish on worms and today we're giving you the details to consistently catch fish, even in the heat of Summer!

Shaky Heads, Drop shot, Power Shot, Texas Rig, Carolina Rig... the list is endless! There are so many ways to rig plastic worms, but when does each method shine? Which technique should you try on your next fishing trip? Pay close attention as Tim breaks down where he applies each technique and the specific baits he uses to consistently catch fish. 

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


SMALLER STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS... 

-Netbait T-Mac Worm (6.5"): http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Black Grape, Bama Bug


-Roboworm 6" Fat Worm: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM

Colors: MMIII, Margarita Mutilator, Pro Staff Peoples Worm


-Roboworm 7" Straight Tail: http://bit.ly/2asZyH3

Colors: Black Grape, MMIII, Margarita Mutilator


LARGE STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS... 

-Strike King Bull Worm (8"): http://bit.ly/2Iqhy3w

Colors: Bama Bug, Junebug, TW Green Pumpkin


-Strike King Bull Worm (10"): http://bit.ly/2IVzvuS

Colors: Junebug, Plum Apple, Black Blue Flake


-Magnum Baits Wormser (8.5 or 11"): https://bit.ly/2XM1naf

Colors: Delta Dark Purple, Blk Blu Flk, Green Pumpkin


RIBBON TAIL WORMS... 

-Netbait C-Mac Worm (11" and 15"): https://bit.ly/2OxtIzR

Colors: Junebug, Kentucky Special, Green Pumpkin Candy


-Zoom Ol Monster: http://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Colors: Candy Bug, Junebug, Plum Apple


-Zoom Magnum Ol Monster: http://bit.ly/2P5QZbq

Colors: Junebug, Plum Apple, Green Pumpkin 


-Berkley 10" Power Worm: http://bit.ly/2cxomPX

Colors: Black, Black Grape, Green Pumpkin


SHAKY HEAD COMPONENTS... 

Small Worms- Horseshoe Shaky (3/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3xRnvBb

T-Mac - Canterbury Head (1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Large Worms- Magnum Horseshoe (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3gcYsyn


POWER SHOT COMPONENTS... 

Hook- Owner Cover Shot HD (3/0): https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Weight- Swagger Tungsten 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx


CAROLINA RIG COMPONENTS... 

Sinker Stop (medium): https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

Weight- Swagger Tungsten Barrel (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/3f14FNn

Swivel- SPRO Power Swivel (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

Hook- Owner Oversize Worm Hook (11/0): http://bit.ly/2C1EZ4s


TEXAS RIG COMPONENTS... 

Weight- Swagger Vader (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

Hook- Owner All Purpose (5/0): https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Sinker Stop (medium): https://bit.ly/38XLQd4


SHAKY HEAD COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

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

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


POWER SHOT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride A 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

Leader- Sunline Super FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


CAROLINA RIG/ TEXAS RIG COMBO... 

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

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

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

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


BUDGET CAROLINA/TEXAS COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Sunline Super FC (18 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


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Finding The BIG Bass In Summer - Exploring A New Lake!

Sometimes a plan comes together, sometimes it falls apart! Watch as the guys explore a new lake with great intentions but its not until their plan crumbles that they find the pattern for catching BIG bass! Pay attention as the guys analyze what they're seeing, make adjustments on a new fishery, and catch two great big bass on a very hot Summer day!

What started out as a day of exploring offshore structure quickly turned into a backwater slugfest! The guys found fish willing to eat topwater and reaction baits in dead end sloughs and coves. Once they figured out the pattern, it only took a few minutes for the first big bass to hit the deck. New lakes can be challenging under the best conditions but if you go in with a plan, keep an open mind, and adapt to changing conditions, you can catch fish just like this on a brand new lake. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits the guys we're using. We've included the exact sizes and colors for each, as well as some of the rod and reel combos they were fishing with. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


SHAKY HEAD... 

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

Color: Junebug

Head- Dirty Jigs Canterbury (1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V


FROG... 

-ScumFrog Launch Frog: https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

Color: Leopard


PUNCH BAIT... 

Bait- Big Bite Bait Tour Flipping Tube: https://bit.ly/3htKA6h

Color: 1099

Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap (4/0): http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Weight- Swagger Tungsten Vader Flippin (1.5 oz): http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV


CHATTERBAIT... 

Bait- Zman JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad 

Trailer- HogFarmer Spunk Shad 5.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Blue Gizzard


WHOPPER PLOPPER... 

-Whopper Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Color: Phantom Shad


FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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


CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

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

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

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9


SHAKY HEAD COMBO... 

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

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

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


BUDGET FROG COMBO...

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

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

Line- Power Pro Braid (50 lb): http://bit.ly/2aFg46b


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Frog Fishing For Bass - Everything You Need To Know!

Frog fishing is some of the craziest topwater action you'll ever experience! The way a bass comes through cover to ambush a frog is unlike anything else in fishing! Knowing how to get those bites however, is a skill set that many anglers lack. Today we're covering everything you need to know about fishing hollow body frogs so you can start catching frog fish!

With all the frog designs on the market its hard to understand what they're all for, let alone which ones are worth the time and effort! Some frogs have amazing action and a great hookup ratio, while others will get bit but its hard to hook the bass. Sorting through all the different frogs is overwhelming, but we've done all the leg work so you can enjoy he results. In today's video Tim separates frogs into different categories, explains what each category is for, and shows his favorite baits for each scenario.

Below you'll find links to the exact frogs discussed in the video. We've sorted them by style, and included our favorite colors for each. We've also included our favorite frog rods and gear to help you be successful. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


ALL-PURPOSE WALKING FROGS... 

-SnagProof Bobby's Perfect Frog: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Colors: Grey Ghost, Bluegill, Pine Frogs


-River2Sea Bully Wa 2 (65): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Colors: Little Allen, Ghost, TW Bluegill 


-Spro Bronzeye 65 Frog: http://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Colors: Killer Gill, Leopard, Nasty Shad


-ScumFrog Launch Frog: https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

Colors: Bluegill, Dusk, Shad


POPPING FROGS...
 

-Jackall Gavacho: http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill, Gold Gill, White


-Spro Bronzeye Poppin Frog 60: http://bit.ly/2hKsO0g

Colors: Leopard, Nasty Shad, Killer Gill


-Megabass Big Gabot: https://bit.ly/3bXW8Jh

Colors: Chart Head, MB Gizzard, Wild Gill 


SMALL FROGS... 

-Jackall Kaera: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu, White


-Spro Bronzeye Frog 60: http://bit.ly/2XkbgxR

Colors: Nasty Shad, Leopard, Killer Gill 


-River2Sea Bully Wa 2 (55): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Colors: Little Allen, Ghost, Bluegill 


OPEN WATER FROGS... 

-Spro Bronzeye Blade Frog: https://bit.ly/3MEGiGk

Colors: Albino, Nasty Shad, Freak


-Teckel Sprinker Frog: http://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

Colors: Bone, Black Blue, Lemon Lime


-Teckel Maracker: http://bit.ly/2xlXI5s

Colors: Black Blue, Bluegill, Bone


-Spro Flappin Frog: https://bit.ly/37ljzM8

Colors: Leopard, Albino, Killer Gill 


MAT FROGS... 

-River2Sea Phat Mat Daddy: http://bit.ly/2L7KgqC

Colors: Yellow Head, Ghost, Leopard


-Spro King Daddy: http://bit.ly/2h0LCYd

Colors: Killer Gill, Navy Seal, Midnight Walker


BRAIDED LINE TYPES... 

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

-Sunline FX2: http://bit.ly/31u57xA

-Sufix 131 G Core: https://bit.ly/314VoyF


FROG MOD COMPONENTS... 

-Dropshot Weight: http://bit.ly/2YAoMuv

-Jig Rattle: https://bit.ly/3xro58S


FAVORITE FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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


SMALL FROG COMBO... 

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

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

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


BUDGET FROG COMBO... 

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

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

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


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Where Do Bass Go In Summer?? (And Tricks To Catch Them)

Summer fishing is amazing! As temperatures rise, bass follow very predictable patterns. Once you know where to find them, its easy to consistently catch fish! Even when Summer temperatures are at their highest, bass can be caught in these key locations. Quit struggling in the heat and start catching fish! Let us show you where they are!

If you don't know where to look, Summer can be overwhelming. The bass have separated into two distinct schools. The first goes shallow into cover and the second heads out to main lake structures. The shallow fish are fun because you can target them with a variety of power fishing techniques, our favorite are frogging and flipping. The fish on outside structures group up around current when available and hard bottom when the water is calm. These fish can be caught on wobble heads, crankbaits, worms, jigs, and a variety of other lures. 

Below you'll find links to our other in-depth videos on the subject, as well as the key baits we fish with this time of year. We've also included details on size and color for each lure, as well as some great budget-friendly rod and reel combos for fishing these baits affectively. 


RELATED VIDEOS... 

Top 5 Baits For June Bass Fishing (2022): https://youtu.be/_nuMNoCoteU

Top 5 Baits For July Bass Fishing (2021): https://youtu.be/8yrAQlKvG2E

Fishing Swing Head Jigs: https://youtu.be/gc30nnOrdt4


SHAKEY HEAD WORMS... 

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

Colors: Junebug, Black Grape, Bama Bug


-Zoom Swamp Crawler: http://bit.ly/2arWoA8

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Watermelon Seed


SHAKEY HEAD... 

-Dirty Jigs Canterbury (3/16 oz): http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V


WOBBLE HEAD... 

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


TEXAS RIGGED CREATURE BAIT... 

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Black Shadow Flare, Okeechobee Craw


TEXAS-RIG COMPONENTS... 

Hook- Owner 4/0 All Purpose Soft Bait: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Weight- Swagger Vader Flippin: http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV


SENKO (WACKY RIG)... 

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

Colors: Natural Shad, Baby Bass, Green Pumpkin Black Flake

Hook- Gamakatsu 1/0 Finesse Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM


TOPWATER... 

Frog- River2Sea Bully Wa 2 (65): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Color: Little Allen


Popper- Megabass Pop Max: http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Secret Gill, Mat Shad


CRANKBAITS... 

-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Chartreuse Sexy Shad, Powder Blue Back Chart


-Azuma Z Boss 22: http://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Colors: Grand Shad, Goldie Lox, Gizzard Blue Green 


BUDGET SHAKY HEAD COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 6'10" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

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

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


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


BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'6" Medium Heavy Glass: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q

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


BUDGET FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

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

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


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