Neko Rig Fishing: Everything You Need To Catch Bass!

The Neko Rig is a very adaptable technique! We love to power fish, but this finesse presentation has earned its place on deck! The Neko rig can be fished shallow, deep, or around cover. It's simple to rig, easy to fish, and bass love it! Here's what you need to know about this overlooked technique.

The key to the Neko presentation is the rigging. Once you've got that part dialed, the rest is very simple. It's a very adaptable presentation but with a few simple modifications it becomes even more universal! Today we're covering how we set up the rig, our favorite baits for the presentation, and a few tricks we use to get more bites.

Below you'll find links to all the gear discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors, sizes, and hooks for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SIMPLE NEKO RIGGING COMPONENTS...

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

Color: Electric Shad, Natural Shad, Green Pumpkin Black Flake

Weight– Xzone Pagoda: https://bit.ly/2iGNSFW

Size: 3/32 oz

Rings– VMC Crossover Ring: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

Size: 7

Hook– Owner Sniper Finesse Weedless: https://bit.ly/2zXirRH

Size: 2

CROSSOVER PLIERS...

•VMC Crossover Pliers: https://bit.ly/3ipm9HN

•VMC Crossover Rings: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

UNIQUE SOFT PLASTICS...

•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Colors: Dark Junebug, Plum, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Missile Baits Quiver Worm: https://bit.ly/2xehVgx

Color: Hillbilly Magic, Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core

•Yamamoto Sensei Worm: https://bit.ly/3WgAaM5

Colors: OG Junebug, Plum Candy, Green Pumpkin Black

LEAD NEKO WEIGHTS...

•Big Bite Spring Neko Weight: https://bit.ly/441tOEg

Sizes: 1/16 – 1/8 oz

•ZMan Neko Shroomz Wacky Weight: https://bit.ly/3GJTpb1

Sizes: 1/20 – 1/10 oz

•MissileBaits Neko Weight: https://bit.ly/3Z6UaRH

Sizes: 1/32 – 1/8 oz

NEKO RIG BFS COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS (XG): https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Seaguar InvizX Fluorocarbon (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

TIM'S NEKO COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Sunline SX1 12 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET NEKO RIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Line– Sunline Super FC 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

The Best Bait Finesse (BFS) Tricks For Spring Bass Fishing!

Finesse Fishing is sweeping bass fishing again! If you haven't experienced ultra finesse, in the form of BFS, now is the time! In today's video we're covering some of our favorite ways to use BFS gear effectively. From our favorite BFS baits, to rod, reels, and tackle, these ultralight presentations will make your fishing experience more fun!

If you're not familiar with BFS, anything you've done with a spinning rod can now be done with a bait caster. Plus, it's a lot of fun! BFS has been around for decades but has exploded into the US Market in the last few years. Even if you prefer spinning tackle, you can benefit from the new baits being designed for this category, so don't sleep on the BFS category!

Below you'll find links to the rods, reels, and baits discussed in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

MEGABASS KARASHI...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: HT Ito Wakasagi, Kasumi Ito KS, HT Setsuki Chiayu

DEDICATED KARASHI VIDEO...

•How To Fish The Karashi: https://youtu.be/R4oTU0CmJ-8

MICRO UNDERSPIN...

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 1/8 oz

•Xzone 2.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

•Keitech 2.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

CRANKBAIT...

•Megabass Griffon SR–X BFS Crankbait: https://bit.ly/3qOyDj6

Colors: Phantom Green Craw, Mat Craw 2, Crack Sand

WACKY RIG...

•Yamamoto 5" Thin Senko: https://bit.ly/43d1Tgn

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Baby Bass, Watermelon Red

•VMC Crossover Rings: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

Size: 5

•Hayabusa Wacky Hook: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1

NED RIG CRAWS...

•ZMan TRD CrawZ: https://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Orange

•Great Lakes Finesse Snack Craw: https://bit.ly/4b8aeHo

Colors: Brown Pumpkin Special, GP Orange Lam

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Blue

•ZMan Ned Lockz EWG: https://bit.ly/3OWdp9W

Size: 1/15 oz

MICRO TEXAS RIG...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Colors: Green Pumpkin/Black Blue, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Owner Rig N Hook: https://bit.ly/2BnniXN

Size: 1/0

•VMC Tungsten Worm Weight: https://bit.ly/3Vo2dbo

Size: 1/16 oz

THE KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

ALL AROUND COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

ULTRALIGHT COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Sierra 7'0" (700): https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

Model: 7' Light Extra Fast

Reel– Daiwa Tatula BF70 BFS: https://bit.ly/4b7UbYM

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

HIGH END COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5 Pop X Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Size: 6'3" Ultralight

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

Line– Seaguar PEX8 JDM Braid (18 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Leader– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

BUYER'S GUIDE: BAIT FINESSE BAITS (SOFT AND HARD BAITS FOR BFS FISHING)

Bait Finesse is sweeping across bass fishing! If you're wondering what BFS is for and how to do it, you've come to the right place! In today's Buyer's Guide we're covering our favorite BFS baits for ultralight casting and spinning presentations. If you're not familiar with BFS, anything you've ever done with a spinning rod can now be done with a bait caster, and with even more precision!

BFS has been around for decades but has exploded into the US Market in the last few years. If you've ever been curious about this incredible way of fishing, now is the time to check it out! Today we've broken down all our favorite baits by category. From finesse creatures and craws, to topwater and crankbaits, you've got to give this a try!

Below you'll find links to all the baits discussed in the video. We've included favorite sizes and colors where applicable to make it as easy as possible for you to find the items you want. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

Buyer's Guide: $100 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/2eCEb3G3VE0

Buyer's Guide: $200 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/AcrTDhtaSQg

Buyer's Guide: $$ High End Combos $$– https://youtu.be/obxNp48IALo

Buyer's Guide: Alabama Rigs– https://youtu.be/wPm3izTumxk

Buyer's Guide: Strolling– https://youtu.be/EVnMJWMtZhE

Buyer's Guide: Hard Swimbaits– https://youtu.be/LmlH3MGLnvY

Buyer's Guide: Soft Swimbaits– https://youtu.be/D0CCgJxMLZ0

SWIMBAITS AND HEADS...

•XZone 2.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•ZMan TRD GobyZ: https://bit.ly/3P35U1R

Colors: The Deal, Goby Bryant

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 1/8 oz

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook

CRAWS AND CREATURES...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Tilapia

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Colors: Black Blue/ Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Reins 2.5" Ring Craw: https://bit.ly/3U0OQvC

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

•ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Sprayed Grass

NED HEADS AND FINESSE JIG...

•Great Lakes Finesse Matte Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/3Yj41mp

Size: 3/16 oz

Colors: Matte Green Pumpkin Black, Matte Black Brown

•ZMan Ned Lockz HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Size: 1/10 oz

•ZMan Ned Lockz EWG: https://bit.ly/3OWdp9W

Size: 1/10 oz

WACKY RIG...

•Yamamoto 5" Thin Senko: https://bit.ly/43d1Tgn

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Natural Shad

•Hayabusa WRM201 Wacky Hook: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1

MICRO FLUKE...

•Jackall Rhythm Wag: https://bit.ly/3NT6OvF

Colors: Prism Shad, SS Shad

•BKK Chimera Hook: https://bit.ly/3IS3pwf

Size: 1/0

KARASHI...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: HT Moroko KS, Kasumi Ito, GLX Frozen Pink

CRANKBAITS...

•Megabass BFS Griffin SR–X: https://bit.ly/3qOyDj6

Colors: Phantom Green Craw, Mat Shad, MB Gizzard

•Megabass BFS Griffin MR–X: https://bit.ly/47of55j

Colors: Phantom Green Craw, Mat Shad, MB Gizzard

•Damiki Disco Deep 38 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/3nwY1rk

Colors: Real Shad, Mossy Shad

•Shimano Macbeth 39 Tiny: https://bit.ly/3xTsnG0

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Ghost Shad, Sleeper Shad

TOPWATER...

•Owner Cultiva Zip N Ziggy: https://bit.ly/3BTMLuh

Colors: Natural Minnow, Shiner, Brown Trout

•Megabass Dog X Jr. Coayu: https://bit.ly/475zcoD

Colors: GG Wakasagi, Bahama Milk Pearl

•Megabass Baby Pop X: https://bit.ly/3QgjPDY

Colors: Mat Shad, MG Sexy Stream

•Damiki Umpa 40 BFS Popper: https://bit.ly/42XSQkD

Colors: Bone, Mossy Shad

•R2S Whopper Plopper 60: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Phantom Shad, Monkey Butt, Bone

SPY BAIT...

•Duo Realis Spinbait 70: https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Green Smelt

JERKBAITS...

•Daiwa TD Minnow 75 SP: https://bit.ly/3zfelTX

Color: Pro Purple, Wakasagi

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Color: ITO Tennessee Shad, Elegy Bone

•Duo Realis Rozante 63 SP: https://bit.ly/3EFMLOY

Color: All Bait, Komoche Wakasagi

•Duo Realis Rozante 57MR: https://bit.ly/3YurtNa

Color: Ghost Minnow, Ghost Wakasagi

•Megabass Shading X 55: https://bit.ly/3xkMH6Y

Color: FA Wakasagi, LZ Wakasagi

BAIT FINESSE FISHING LINE...

•Daiwa J Fluoro Samurai Hidden FC: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

Favorite Size: 7 lb

•Seaguar PEX8: https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Favorite Sizes: 16, 18, 21 lb

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL

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

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

BUYER'S GUIDE: NED RIGS (NEW BAITS, HEADS, AND GEAR)

In today's Buyers Guide we're diving into Ned Rigs! The Ned Rig changed finesse fishing forever. This simple technique catches fish throughout the country, including your local lake. From shallow to deep, lake to river, the Ned Rig is a fish catcher!

The Ned Rig has become a staple bass fishing category. With hundreds of "ned baits" on the market, it's hard to know which baits to invest your time into. We've done the hard work and narrowed it down to a handful of baits, then gone further and divided them into unique categories.

Below you'll find links to our favorite baits, heads, and equipment. We've even included our favorite sizes and colors where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

Buyer's Guide: Best Jigs And Jig Trailers– https://youtu.be/OQwFNTORnN4

Buyer's Guide: Best Chatterbaits And Trailers– https://youtu.be/14NqxFIWGgo

Buyer's Guide: $100 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/2eCEb3G3VE0

Buyer's Guide: $200 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/AcrTDhtaSQg

Buyer's Guide: $300 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/aFhefLwNHGQ

Buyer's Guide: $500 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/WAgpVnuE800

Buyer's Guide: High End Combos– https://youtu.be/obxNp48IALo

Buyer'S Guide: Alabama Rigs– https://youtu.be/wPm3izTumxk

Buyer's Guide: Spinnerbaits– https://youtu.be/eQvFnnfj3sw

Buyer's Guide: Strolling– https://youtu.be/EVnMJWMtZhE

STRAIGHT TAIL NED RIG BAITS...

•Zman Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin Goby

•Yamamoto 3" Ned Floater: https://bit.ly/3BIjwL2

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pump Watermelon Lam

NED BAITS WITH TAIL MOVEMENT...

•Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd

Colors: Bluetonium Green Pump Core, Wtrmln Red Core

•XZone Ned Zone: https://bit.ly/2mRiYhF

Colors: 309, Natural Goby, Violet Secret

•Duo Realis Wriggle ND Slim: https://bit.ly/3PQtGQq

Colors: BTM Dweller, Tube Worm

•TRD FattyZ: https://bit.ly/3y5A2EU

Colors: Green Pumpkin Goby, TW Midnight, TW Bruiser

•Reins RND Fat Ned Worm: https://bit.ly/2m4Y26y

Colors: Smokey Madness #2, Margarita Mutilator

UNIQUE NED BAITS...

•Reins 2.5" Ring Craw: https://bit.ly/3U0OQvC

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Colors: Black Blue Flake/Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Big Limit, Tilapia

•Savage Gear Ned Salamander: https://bit.ly/3rSNi8g

Colors: Mojito, Green Pumpkin Purple Copper

NED RIG HEADS...

•ZMan Ned Lockz HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Size: 1/10 oz

•ZMan Ned Lockz EWG: https://bit.ly/3OWdp9W

Size: 1/10 oz

•BKK Silent Chaser Draggin Ned: https://bit.ly/3ZvTJ2g

Size: 1/16 - 1/8 oz with #1

HIGH END NED COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 821S NRR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Exsence 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Seaguar 832 Braid (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

BANG FOR THE BUCK NED COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" ML: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Vanford FA 2500: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET NED COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" ML: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

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