How To Rig A Senko: Unique Tricks From Beginner to Advanced

Why is the Senko so good?! What makes it work EVERYWHERE? Here's what you need to know about rigging for different conditions and applications. 

This bait can be used in virtually every situation a bass fisherman will face. Its phenomenal as a finesse bait with 4 lb test but its just as good on heavy braid and a flippin stick!

Tim's Favorite Ways to Rig a Senko and the gear you'll need is broken down below.

The Original Senko in 4"-7": http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

1) Texas Rigged Weightless...

Hook for 5"- Gamakatsu EWG 3/0: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp
Hook for 6" Gamakatsu EWG SUPERLINE 4/0: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

2) Wacky Rigged Weightless...

Hook for 5"- Owner Mosquito Size 1: http://bit.ly/2fqYFCR
Hook for 6"- Owner Mosquito Size 2/0: http://bit.ly/2fqYFCR
Wacky Saddle: http://bit.ly/2xnYcJo

3) Neko Rigging...
Wacky Rig Tool: http://bit.ly/2wtX7M8
Spare O-Rings: http://bit.ly/2h5MhX2
Tungsten Nail Weight: http://bit.ly/2iGNSFW
Hook for 5"- Owner Mosquito Size 1: http://bit.ly/2fqYFCR
Hook for 6"- Owner Mosquito Size 2/0: http://bit.ly/2fqYFCR

4) Weighted Texas Rig...
Light Flippin: 3/16 oz Tungsten Weight: http://bit.ly/2bo4NZf
Heavy Punching: 1 1/2 oz Tungsten Weight: http://bit.ly/2bo4NZf
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Hardbaits, Softbaits, and more... Spring Gear Review!

Spring is a great time to try new lures! We try as many as we possibly can and this handful made the cut after months of testing and experimentation. 

If you're looking to try something different this Spring, these are all excellent choices. From swimbaits to finesse baits to deep cranks, you're going to like these picks! Here are our thoughts on them...

Megabass Hazedong Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2CIwgzt 
Tight Kicking swimbait for an ultra finesse presentation. Works extremely well when slow fishing. 

Damiki Armor Shad: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT
Action lands between the Keitech 2.8 and Hazedong. Ultra versatile and a great alternative if your fish are seeing a lot of anglers throwing the 2.8

Dredger 22.5 Deep Crank: http://bit.ly/2I8xOcA
This Berkley bait goes extremely deep for its size. If you're looking for a bait that dives into similar depths as the 10XD but with half the size, this is the one for you! It also has a unique high-pitch rattle sound that works extremely well. 

IMX Pro Crankbait 906 CBR Rod: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
This rod is great for mid to full size Crankbaits. Virtually anything diving in the 7-20 foot depth range can be thrown on this setup. 

Reaction Innovations Shiver Shot: http://bit.ly/2JCpY7S
The bait is a small swimbait profile but with a forked tail. It works great as a dropshot bait as well as a tiny fluke option. This bait is a must try!

Damiki Axe Blade: http://bit.ly/2w2uB9t
The Axe Blade is an incredibly versatile tail spinner. With an extra hook in the back this bait works really well for catching those fish that are just slapping at the bait. With a willow blade instead of a small Colorado its also a different sound and vibration profile than other tail spins. 
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Top Rod & Reel Combos For Dock Fishing!

Skipping docks and overhanging cover is easy with the right equipment! Tim shows the 4 combos and the baits he uses for dock fishing. From Senkos to swimbaits to jigs, this is the information you need to improve your dock fishing this year. 

Tim covers the spectrum with 4 rods and can adapt to changing conditions on the fly. From giant bass suspended in the water column to small bucks at the base of pilings, Tim has a method for effectively targeting those fish. 

Combo #1: Weightless Worm...
Rod- G Loomis NRX 852: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Rod #2- Loomis GLX 852: http://bit.ly/2A6HH3O
Modern Reel- Daiwa Exist 2500: http://bit.ly/2JCa79E
Line- 10 lb Power Pro Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- 6 lb Sniper Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
Strike King Shim -E- Stick: http://bit.ly/2vXqewr
Yamamoto 5" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Wacky Saddle: http://bit.ly/2xnYcJo
Mosquito Hook (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2fqYFCR

Combo #2: Weighted Worm...
Rod- 6'10" Expride Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Reel- Daiwa Tatula LT: http://bit.ly/2zrq4id
Line- 10 lb Power Pro: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- 8 lb Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
6" Robo Straight Tail Worm: http://bit.ly/2asZyH3
Owner Block Head Jig: http://bit.ly/2qL0A8n

Combo #3: Glide Bait...
Rod- IMX Pro 904: http://bit.ly/2x9kxuS
Reel- Curado 200K 7:1 Ratio: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- 65 lb Power Pro MaxCuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 18 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
S-Waver 168 (Bluegill or Light Trout): http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Gan Craft 178: http://bit.ly/2d5l48K

Combo #4: Soft Swimbait...
Rod- Dobyns Fury 795: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano Cardiff 300: http://bit.ly/2cvhtMO
Line- 65 lb Power Pro: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Osprey 6" Tournament Talon: http://bit.ly/2bqsLS0
(TW Shad, Reverse Hitch, Bluegill)
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No More Secrets! Here's What We've Been Using!

Are the Pros fooling you? Do they use one lure but tell you something else? Are they really using a single brand? Are you even getting real information? Have you ever wondered? Matt just dropped off his clients and decided to give you guys a look at the boat after a serious day of big bass hunting on Clearlake. 

Its not what you'd expect! Its not all giant baits and secret lures. Of course there are swimbaits but there are also jerkbaits, jigs, and so much more. The key to consistently catching giant bass is adapting to changing conditions. The right baits play a key role in your success but knowing when and where to use them is even more important. 

Don't get caught up in all the hype and don't worry about secrets! Here are the baits Matt had tied on after an awesome day of catching big bass with his clients. 

Baits are shown in order of appearance...

Keitech 7.8 Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
12/0 Beast Hook: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

5/8 oz Flippin Jig (Money Color): http://bit.ly/2aUtZsG
Jackall Archelon (School Bluegill Color): http://bit.ly/2uo4sN5

Yamamoto Cowboy (Watermelon Blk/Red Flake): http://bit.ly/2q7AI72
Dirty Jigs Magnum Stand Up Head: http://bit.ly/2apouhn

Reaction Innovations Shiver Shot (Morning Dawn): http://bit.ly/2JCpY7S
Trokar 1/0 Dropshot Hook: http://bit.ly/2ahxJOr

2.8 Keitech (Sight Flash): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Storm Wild Eye Bluegill 3": http://bit.ly/2psTO6t

Mattlures Bluegill Hammer Tail: http://bit.ly/2FsZhA3

Huddleston 8" Trout: http://bit.ly/2azFTon

7/16 oz Casting Jig (Go To Color): http://bit.ly/2ayUXnE
Strike King Rage Chunk: http://bit.ly/2Hd4MFA

Strike King Half Shell: http://bit.ly/2iR9awm

Reaction Innovations Man Bear Pig: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV

Flash Pointer 100 and 115 Jerkbait (American Shad/ Ghost Pro Blue: http://bit.ly/2aHz588

Splash It Popper (Chartreuse Pearl Shad): http://bit.ly/2Fp8MQV

LV-500 Lipless (Ghost Minnow): http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

6" Senko (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

S-Waver 168 Rainbow Trout: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

We want you guys to know that we fish with the exact baits that we teach you about. We're not throwing anything you aren't throwing. These baits work and they work all over the country. Even when we travel we find ourselves turning to the same gear because its so consistent day after day. 

If you enjoyed this video let us know down in the comments and we'll do more videos like it. 
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