2025 BUYER'S GUIDE! Jig Fishing For Bass: Best Jigs, Trailers, and Equipment!

Today begins our 2025 Buyer's Guide series! There will be new videos every day, 7 days a week, for the next few weeks! Today's video is all about jig fishing. These are the best swim jigs, flipping jigs, football jigs and micro jigs from around the bass fishing industry! We're exploring how head shapes and hook sizes impact the baits. We're also covering our favorite jig trailers by style, as well as the rods we rely on to fish them effectively.

Jig fishing is a core bass fishing technique. If you're not comfortable catching bass with jigs, you still have room to grow as an angler. Luckily, the technique is simple! You don't need every jig style, typically one or two jigs will cover all the situations you'll face on your lake. Once you've chosen those, pair with the appropriate trailer options, and you're ready to start catching fish!

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs and trailers we discussed in the video. We've included our 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.

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

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

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

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

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

BEAST COAST JIG...

•Beast Coast Sniper Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/4gFj0yq

Size: 3/8 – 1/2 oz

Colors: MB Sexy Melon, Dirt Bag

FLIPPING JIGS...

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

Size: 5/8 oz

Color: Hematoma, Molting Craw, The Go To

•Weekender Flipping Jig: https://bit.ly/48JxMDG

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: The Go To, Okeechobee 420, Super Matt Brown

FINESSE FOOTBALL AND FINESSE JIGS...

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

Favorite Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Supermatt Brown, Canterbury Craw, Alabama Craw

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

Favorite Size: 3/8 oz

Colors: The Go To, Alabama Craw

MICRO JIGS...

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

Size: 3/16 oz

Colors: Matte Green Pumpkin Black, Matte Black Brown

•MissileJigs Micro Football Jig: https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Size: 1/4 – 3/8 oz

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Dill Pickle

SWIM JIGS...

Jig– MissileBaits Mini Swim Jig (5/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3SdHVOF

Colors: Shad Flash, Bruiser, BrewGill

Trailer– Xzone 3.5 Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, 309

Jig– Dirty Jigs Compact Swim Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/43OSFY1

Color: Tactical Shad, Blue Glimmer, Alabama Bream

Trailer– Storm 3.5 Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad

Jig– California Swim Jig (3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Crappie

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

Color: Shamrock Shad, PB Red

PITCHING AND FLIPPING JIG TRAILERS...

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

Sizes: 4" and 3.25"

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red Flake

FOOTBALL, FINESSE, AND MICRO JIG TRAILERS...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Purp Cop Flake

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

Colors: Grass Craw, Tilapia

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Sprayed Grass

•Damiki 4" Air Craw: https://bit.ly/3AvRsZJ

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Purple

HULA GRUBS...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple And Copper

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blk, Cinnamon Black Purple

HIGH END JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 755: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7'5" Mag Heavy

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon X: https://bit.ly/4klsOju

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

ALL AROUND JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 M (HG): https://bit.ly/4odTDs7

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

FINESSE FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 844C MBR (7' Heavy): https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

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

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

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

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick 735C: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Model: 7'3" Heavy

Reel– Shimano SLX XT (HG): https://bit.ly/3YgnWE8

Line– Sunline Super FC (15 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

Fall Jig Fishing Made Easy! Best Jigs And Trailers To Catch Bass!

Ready to catch more bass with a jig? This video is for you! The jig bite can be amazing in the Fall and we're going to help you figure out how to do it! We rely on jigs to consistently get BIG bites in Fall, and you can too. From Pitching jigs, to football jigs, to the ever-growing micro jig category, Matt is giving up all the details!

Understanding how fish are positioning in the Fall is half the battle. Pay attention as Matt explains how to breaks down water and when he relies on different jig styles. Getting bit on the jig is easy, you just need to build confidence to throw it. From there, it's all about selecting the right rod so you can land the fish that you hook.

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs, trailers and gear discussed in the video. We've included Matt's favorite jig combos 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: The Go To

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

Color: Green Pumpkin

PITCHING JIGS AND TRAILERS...

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

Colors: The Go To, Canterbury Craw, Supermatt Brown

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

Colors: The Go To, Canterbury Craw, Supermatt Brown

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

Sizes: 4" and 3.25"

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red Flake

FINESSE JIG AND TRAILER...

•Dirty Jigs 3/8 oz Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Colors: The Go To, Alabama Craw, Kentucky Craw

•Damiki 4" Air Craw: https://bit.ly/3AvRsZJ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple, Dark Pumpkin

FOOTBALL JIG AND TRAILER...

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

Colors: Supermatt Brown, The Go To, Alabama Craw

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purp Copper Flake, Green Pumpkin Black

HULA GRUB AND HEAD...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple And Copper

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

Sizes: 3/16 – 1/4 oz

MICRO JIGS...

•Keitech 3/8 oz Tungsten Football Jig: https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Brown Purple, Green Pumpkin

•MissileBaits 1/4 oz Micro Football Jig: https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Colors: Dill Pickle, Green Pumpkin

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Brown

MICRO JIG TRAILERS...

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

Colors: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin/Black Blue

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

Colors: Brown Pumpkin Special, Green Pumpkin Float

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

Colors: Mud Bug, Sprayed Grass, Green Pumpkin

SHIMANO PITCHING JIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

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

DOBYNS JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 755: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7'5" Mag Heavy

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon X: https://bit.ly/4klsOju

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

MICRO JIG COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon BF 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Reel– Seviin GF (7.3:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Line- Seaguar AbrazX Fluorocarbon (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2aaBBDX

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

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

UNDERWATER FOOTAGE OF FINESSE JIGS + BEST JIG TRAILERS!

Come underwater and watch how different baits respond to movement underwater! We throw a ton of compact micro jigs so today we're comparing the best jigs and jig trailers that we've found. Come below the surface into crystal clear water and see if you can find a favorite jig and trailer to help you catch more fish this year!

Downsizing your presentations to get more bites has been the theme for anglers across the country the last few years. As a result, micro jigs continue to gain popularity. Finding the right jig is tough, and understanding when to use different trailers is a whole other issue. Check out how unique each of these jig and trailer combos really are. We hope that a few minutes of underwater footage will help you choose the best choices for your fisheries, as you get a clear look at profile, realism, and movement in a real world setting.

Below you'll find links to the jigs and trailers. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, as well as some of our favorite rods (at different price points) for fishing micro jigs. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE JIGS AND TRAILERS...

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Chartreuse

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Chartreuse

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

Color: Green Pumpkin

•MissileBaits Ike's Micro Football Jig: https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Color: Dill Pickle

•MissileBaits Micro D Bomb: https://bit.ly/4diuUwv

Color: Magic Craw Swirl

•Beast Coast OW Sniper Jig: https://bit.ly/4gFj0yq

Color: Elite Craw

•ZMan Finesse TRD: https://bit.ly/3RaJGMH

Color: Green Pumpkin

•Nishine Finesse Cover Jig: https://bit.ly/3EE8w1O

Color: Watermelon Candy

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

Color: Green Pumpkin

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

Color: Definite Watermelon

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

Color: Green Pumpkin

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

Color: Baby Bass

•ZMan Finesse Football Nedz: https://bit.ly/3zYoUZ6

Size: 1/4 oz

ULTRA HIGH END MICRO JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Poison Ultima 6'10" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/3OfNBGe

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line– Seaguar PEX8 Braid (24 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

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

ALL AROUND 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– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

BUDGET FRIENDLY MICRO JIG COMBO...

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 6'8" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Seviin GF Series (7.3:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Line- Sunline Fluorocarbon 10 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