Summer Jig Fishing Tips To Catch Bass When Its HOT!

Summer jig fishing is a great way to catch big bass! In today's video Matt simplifies jig fishing in a way that anyone can understand. From the basics of jigs styles, to differences in trailers, you can gain a ton of confidence after a few minutes of listening. Don't overlook the jig this Summer!

Jig fishing is one of those techniques you can dive as deep into as you want. It can be as simple as a single jig in a great color that you use effectively throughout the year, or it can be taken to a whole different level. It can also be taken to the max with different styles, colors, and retrieves. In today's video Matt explains how to use a jig effectively in heavy cover, around grass, as well as on your lightest Bait Finesse combo.

Below is a breakdown of the baits, trailers, and colors Matt discussed in the video. He also included his favorite rod and reel combos for the different situations. 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): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To

Trailer #1 – Xzone 4" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black

Trailer #2 – MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors: SuperBug

PITCHING JIGS...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

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

Colors: The Go To, Alabama Craw

FLIPPING JIGS...

•Dirty Jigs No Jack Flippin Jig (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Hematoma, The Go To, Magic Craw Swirl

•Dirty Jigs Compact Flippin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3G939YN

Colors: Hematoma, The Go To, Magic Craw Swirl

FULL SIZE / COMPACT JIG TRAILERS...

•Xzone Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Summer Craw, Black Blue Flake

Sizes: 4" (Full Size), 3.25" (Compact)

•MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors: SuperBug, Green Pumpkin Red, Green Pumpkin Black

MICRO JIGS...

•Missile Baits Micro Football Jig (1/4 oz): https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Colors: Dill Pickle, Green Pumpkin

•Great Lakes Finesse Matte Jig (3/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3Yj41mp

Colors: Matte Black Brown, Matte Green Pumpkin Brown

MICRO JIG TRAILERS...

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

Colors: Grass Craw, Black Blue/Green Pumpkin

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

Colors: Brown Pumpkin Special, Green Pumpkin Red

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Mud Bug, Sprayed Grass

FAVORITE PITCHING JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'4" Heavy Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

FAVORITE FLIPPING JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'11" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

BAIT FINESSE JIG COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

BUDGET BAIT FINESSE JIG COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Z2 Element 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

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

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

Leader– Sunline Super FC (10 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

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

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

Winter Jig Modifications: The Tricks That Catch All The Fish!

Take your jig fishing to the next level with these simple hacks! Jigs are a staple technique in bass fishing and these simple tricks will help you catch a lot more fish! From skirt modifications, to trailer tricks, to weed guard changes, these are the tricks that Matt and Tim use to catch fish in the worst conditions around the country!

We've dialed in these jig mods through years of experimentation with jigs, all around the country. The chartreuse trick for murky water, using the exposed hook to catch wary fish, shortening trailers to create a bite sized package; all of these were born from real fishing experiences. If you want to catch more fish, these are the no–nonsense ways to accomplish your goal!

Below you'll find links to all the jigs, jig trailers, and color options Matt discussed in the video. We've also included his favorite rod and reel combos for fishing jigs effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

JIG MOD #1...

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

Favorite Colors: The Go To, Hematoma

•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Favorite Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Black Shadow Flare

JIG MOD #2...

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

Favorite Colors: Supermatt Brown, Alabama Craw, The Go To

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Cinnamon Black Purple

•Yamamoto 5" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Chartreuse Black Flake, Firetiger

JIG Mod #4...

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

Favorite Colors: Supermatt Brown, Alabama Craw, The Go To

•MissileBaits Micro Football (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Favorite Colors: Dill pickle, PB&J

•Great Lake Finesse Matte Finesse Jig (3/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3Yj41mp

Favorite Colors: Green Pumpkin Brown, Green Pumpkin Black

JIG MOD #5 JIGS...

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

Colors: The Go To, Hematoma

•Keitech Tungsten Football (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Brown Purple, Dark Pumpkin

•MissileBaits Micro Football (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Favorite Colors: Dill pickle, PB&J

•Great Lake Finesse Matte Finesse Jig (3/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3Yj41mp

Favorite Colors: Green Pumpkin Brown, Green Pumpkin Black

FINESSE JIG TRAILERS...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw

•Damiki 3" Air Craw: https://bit.ly/3AvRsZJ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Magic

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

Colors: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin Black

•Reins 3" G Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/3ZWP3o6

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

HULA GRUBS...

•Yamamoto 5" Hula Grub: https://bit.ly/2d7SpgG

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Cinnamon Black Purple

•Gamakatsu Football Jig: https://bit.ly/2CTXHHt

Size: 3/8 oz

•Yamamoto 2.5" Hula Grub: https://bit.ly/497jz1m

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple Copper, Green Pumpkin Black

•Great Lakes Finesse Stealth Football: https://bit.ly/4eQjXTb

Size: 3/8 oz

MATT'S FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

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

Model: 7' Heavy

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

MICRO JIG COMBO...

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

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

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

BUDGET 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

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

Winter Jig Fishing Made Easy! (Here's What You Need To know)

Winter jig fishing is easy! If you've been struggling, that's about to change! A few basic jig colors, a couple head shapes, a favorite trailer, and you're done! The weather might be cold but the jig fishing is heating up!

Don't let the Winter weather keep you from catching fish. Jig fishing is easier now than any other time of year. We focus all our attention on a few very simple baits and it pays off big, no matter where we go. From full size football jigs, to downsized presentations, Matt covers everything you need to be successful all Winter.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, sizes, and colors we use. We've also included our favorite trailers, as well as the rods and reels we use to fish these baits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FINESSE FOOTBALL JIG...

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

Size: 1/2 - 5/8 oz

Color: SuperMatt Brown, The Go To, Alabama Craw

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

Color: Green Pumpkin, Green Pump Purple Copper

COMPACT PITCHIN JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin Jig: https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: SuperMatt Brown, The Go To, Alabama Craw

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

Color: Green Pumpkin, Green Pump Purple Copper

FINESSE JIG...

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

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Brown/Purple, Green Pumpkin Black

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw

MICRO JIG...

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

Size: 3/16 oz

Colors: Matte Green Pumpkin Black, Matte Black Brown

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

Colors: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin Blue

HULA GRUBS...

•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Hula Grub: http://bit.ly/2d7SpgG

Color: Cinn Black Purp, Green Pump Purple Copper

•Gamakatsu Football 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2CTXHHt

•Yamamoto 2.5" Double Tail Hula Grub: https://bit.ly/497jz1m

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Purple Copper

•Great Lakes Finesse Stealth Football: https://bit.ly/4eQjXTb

Size: 1/4 oz

MATT'S FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

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

Model: 7' Heavy

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

MICRO JIG COMBO...

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

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

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

BUDGET 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

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

NO ELECTRONICS NEEDED! (Old School Bass Fishing Tips)

Come along for some "Old School" Bass fishing! We've removed the electronics from the boat, we've grabbed spinnerbaits, jigs, crankbaits, and other "old school" baits and we're going out to catch some bass! You don't want to miss this one as we get a reminder that bass fishing is still fun, no matter how you do it!

With all the discussions surrounding modern electronics, it's easy to forget that we all still love bass fishing and we just want to get the next bite. Today Matt has removed all the distractions from the boat, picked a lake, grabbed a few baits, and is bringing us along on the journey. Water temperature? He has no idea! The positioning of offshore fish? No Clue! Will he still catch them? Of course!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt was using, including colors, sizes, and hook upgrades. We've also included the rod and reel combos he used to catch these fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

CHATTERBAITS...

•ZMan 1/2 oz JackHammer: https://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Dirty White, Bruised Green Pumpkin

•Missile Baits Spunk Shad 5.5: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Color: Frosted Purple

•Missile Baits Spunk Shad 4.5: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Color: Super Bug

CRANKBAITS...

•Bill Lewis ATV 1.0: https://bit.ly/3kBMuGb

Color: Fire Truck Craw

•Duo Realis Kabuki Crank SR: https://bit.ly/4bRSzE2

Color: HellCraw

SPINNERBAIT...

•Megabass SV–3 (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Gill

•Gamakatsu G Power Stinger: https://bit.ly/3jdoaWN

Size: 1

THE JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: Hematoma

•Xzone 4" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Color: Black Blue Flake

ALUMINUM BOAT TACKLE STORAGE...

•Buzbe Swarm Modular Tackle Bag: https://bit.ly/3JyGtnA

COLD WEATHER GEAR...

•Aftco Crosswind Puff Jacket: https://bit.ly/3tZn7TA

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– Seaguar Blue Label 20 lb: https://bit.ly/48EP2Hz

SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Levante Flat Side Special: https://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

Model: 7' medium moderate

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5: https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

Model: FMJ, 7'3" Medium Heavy

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC (HG): https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line– Daiwa J Braid Grand (50 lb): https://bit.ly/488sttq

Leader– Seaguar Premier (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3uoqaVr

JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate FC (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

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