5 More Ways to Rig a Senko - How to Fish - Bass Fishing Tips and Techniques

[@tomking8597]

I like to use 2 bobber stops with Texas rig. One above and one below the weight. This way a weighted Texas rig can become a Mojo rig by sliding the weight up the line. Thanks for the help.

[@drfroglegs]

Loving the quick tip videos. I wish you would do one explaining all the different types of hooks and when to use the different ones. I get so confused hook shopping and I see 50 different kinds and 10 different sizes of hooks! I usually just buy something that looks reasonable and hope it's right.

[@AnglerOutdoors]

Love these videos because they are simple and because senkos are great baits to catch bass easily they are great to show to someone fairly new to bass fishing.

[@ragingfishaholic]

Caught my PB on a Texas rigged weightless Senko Watermelon w/blk/red flake. The bass weighed 6lbs 10oz. I Also caught one this last year that was 6 1/2 lbs. Same setup but through it in a patch of huge Lily pads. Caught it when I was kayak fishing. The fish pulled me into the pads and the entire fight took place in the Lily's.

[@futurensudemon]

To improve on example 10 I take a CPS medium spring (hook spring is what I call it) and put it in the nose of a senko or a zoom speed worm or a fluke. Then put a drop shot hook with a weed guard through the nose, through the opening on the hook spring, and the way there is more mass attached to the hook via the spring. It works WONDERS!

[@wxniner22]

When the nose hook method is used I've ran a tooth pick right above hook and cut off either end to keep it from tearing off. Just a different approach you could use.

[@rlandfish4881]

Kevin Smith, great tip. Thanks for the input.

[@davidmann9467]

You could just texas rig it and jerk it back like a fluke instead of nose hooking... that's how I rig flukes and it would work fine with senkos. Unless you're using a large 5/0 hook, you don't lose much of the "shimmy" on the fall.

[@floridafisherman7885]

thats how i rig mine and stick worms it kills em every time they hit the top

[@aaronliu9945]

I've been using an O-Ring just in front of the hook when nose hooking since I have the wacky-o tool with me anyways. Sometimes you'll have to find a smaller size ring because of the taper at the head of the worm though.

[@chrislasater5894]

I caught my PB 8.45lbs on a black and blue weightless senko skipped under a dock. I love fishing weightless or on a neko rig. Those two are my go to for senkos

[@bloodhound122]

sweet thorough stick bait clinic, loved it guys. learned some stuff.

[@Flukemaster]

Thank you

[@johnnycarter1966]

Damn Ryan, miss you buddy! Lost a fishing legend far too soon! Just caught my first sight casted bass. 3.04#'s senko Texas rigged with a 3/16s ounce bullet weight. Thank you Gene for giving Ryan a second chance at life as well as your videos. I have learned alot watching your channel! Starting my own channel. Hoosier Daddy Outdoor Adventures! Yes that's based in Indiana. Get Chu Some!

[@hawaiianboy2003]

Hey Ryan!Instead of taping ur senko,u should use an Owner CPS in the nose of the senko,slide it on ur hook,and twist the senko a little more to snug it up.Works perfect and last for several fish!

[@rlandfish4881]

Hawaiian Boy, love the idea. I'm a big fan of the tape but I'll be trying the CPS method soon!

[@gtbowhunter9086]

cool series Gene. Maybe do a Jig series in the near future?

[@gavinkrueger9867]

Gene, you and Ryan are an awesome duo! The ending made me laugh!

[@kevinh.9348]

been waiting since yesterday for this one thanks guys

[@Flukemaster]

LOL.

[@trbaker1502]

Senko's have pulled me towards soft plastics, my best on a Senko is right around 4 lbs. Mind you I live in the Midwest where the fish aren't as big. Great vid Flukemaster, I will def try the new rig this season if it ever warms up a little.

[@willwailes9298]

Brown Trout LOVE ned rigs and drop shots. Haven't caught a Bass on a Senko yet though. Most of the Bass I caught were on inline spinners and Shad Raps. Someone should tell the fish that they're bass akwards. One of my favorite rigs for muddy water is a modified high/low rig. Instead of a dropshot weight or a caster, I use a craw jig. On the dropper loops, I use live nightcrawlers and Senkos. The Browns love it. They devour it before the Bass get a chance.

[@joespafford6499]

I got to say I really appreciate you videos and getting back into bass fishing I really appreciate relearning all this from you guys. The linder brothers were my favorite instructor as a child other than Bill dance and Roland Martin. I appreciate your genuine appreciation for the sport and past time. But the last few videos, granted their sporadic but never the last for quite humorous, one being somebody farting on a boat and you and Ryan couldn't stop laughing. I was laughing so hard I almost pissed myself. You two work well together, look forward to much more education on fishing

[@bibbles725]

I use O rings when I wacky rig, saves me a bunch of senkos. Definitely gonna give the jerkbait a method a try, with the O ring.

[@Bassmaster32291]

This channel just keeps getting better. Keep it up guys!

[@copafeel86dointricks]

Hey Gene and thanks for the awesome video, my biggest bass on a senko i use yum dingers those are my favorite stick baits is 6lbs 8oz bass i rig mine mojo rig i slay em on that rig .when the fishing is tough the mojo is money for me

[@JHB141]

The weather here has the fish in a SERIOUS funk. I have an underwater camera that I had in the pond, and I watched bass go right past several different baits and presentations. Senko, worm, creature, crankbait, they were having none of it. Guess winter in spring will do that, LOL.

[@cunoll418]

Great videos! I like using shrink tube instead of tape to increase durability.

[@uniquebath84]

One of the best channels to watch on KZbin. Learned so much watching your vidz. Keep it coming 👍🏼

[@cthreeadkins6296]

small zip ties work great instead of wacky rings or electrical tape.

[@floridafisherman7885]

you can also us doubled over small dollar store rubber bans they sell them in 100 packs

[@sinsofvorador]

I use a piece of shrink tubing instead of the tape. works pretty good. this I was getting 7 or 8 fish like that. the biggest fish on a senko I've cought was 4.5 to 5. did have scales with me.

[@hooklinetinker9680]

Never thought I'd ever gey turned on to fishing a turd, but here I am to testify that I can't wait to get out there and give fishing a senko a whirl. I've only stared at them on the Walmart shelf. I usually fish Zoom trick worms Texas, Carolina and weightless and haven't experimented very much with other brands and types of soft plastics but hey, old habits die hard, right? You guys make some great videos and I look forward to more inspiration and excellent information from you. Thanks and tight lines Ted Marshall Sanford, FL

[@alan350z8]

Thanks for the video! I'm fishing a tournament on smith lake this weekend and I'm definitely going to have the jerk-senko tied on!

[@goattiemcgoat4268]

i started fishing the senko kinda late last season and so far my biggest is 3lbs 8oz. I just use the weightless Texas rig. It definitely put fish on the shore that I probably wouldn't have caught otherwise

[@II_JP_II]

Excellent... Is the Neko rig something to try when the fishing is tough and bass are holding close to cover? Sometimes it feels like you need to smack them in the head with your bait before they will hit it. The Neko rig may help get the bait to them when they are holding close to cover and where they don't always see baits go.

[@casonash7028]

super underrated as jig trailer! try it and get back with me!

[@nangs_81]

great video once again, boys!!

[@Hunterjones2000]

I cut the senko about 1\4 down in the middle Texas rigg it that way it still has the shimmy but those apentages kick back and forth it works amazingly in the rivers!!!

[@grippinglipsfishing5671]

just saw you on lunkerville with Mike D! I had no clue you were on a shoot with him! You did a great job on there Gene!

[@Ride2LiveBiker]

hey Flukemaster ,first let me say I love your videos and learn a lot from watching you...I'd like to share a way I've caught many fish which is something I did on a whim and it worked so well. if you know what a double fluke rig or Zulu rig is...you know where I'm going with this..... I call it the (double stick rig)Trademarked...lol....try it and put 2 different colors on the hooks ....let em rip and dive and sink and you'll get some awesome action and some big fish in the live well.....tight lines Gene again thank you for all the knowledge you've given me ,I'm glad I could share some with you.

[@killertimberlake]

great video Gene

[@TeamWildCardFishing]

Great video!! Hard to beat a stick bait. Awesome tips guys. Our favorite style is wacky!!!

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks

[@charlesgenest5040]

Split shot what a killer idea

[@alex01424]

have you tried using a wacky rig by using two o rings and cross them over, then put the hook through the x it makes, so your hook will be facing out to get a better hook set

[@businessconnectioninternat7871]

What are the best color of Senko to attract bass to strike in morning time and in evening time, just wondering your tips..

[@awh5773]

instead of tape on the end of the bait , i use an owner medium screwlock then screw it into the bait and make sure the eye of the screwlock is inside the bait then i put the hook through the bait and the eye of the screwlock , works great

[@elboregojhb]

How's about making the list in the description???

[@joebrown3528]

Can you do a prespawn point fishing video?

[@KillenNReelinoutdoors]

I greatly appreciate the info it has helped me catch more fish. Please keep producing these Quality vids man. S.L.C.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks man. We are going to make as many as we can. "Film till we fall out"

[@reefmedic9806]

I caught a 6 pound 18in largy on weightless turd burner last summer. Just hooked a 7 pounder 20 in on a crappie jig march 12....48 degree water! Colorado. Love the vids guys. What about cold water bass?...I mean cold 35-40ies

[@taylor-ui8fc]

In the split shot rig, is he using what they call a clam split shot?, that is what I have learned to use

[@colemanreed6438]

Ryan why did you let the big one off the hook? Looking forward to trying these rigs out. PB 2.5

[@Larry77777]

Hey Gene and Ryan: The great EWG vs SS debate you touched on: I think you said/agreed that the EWG through-then-back hidden hook point reveals with LESS fish force than does the straight shank in-not-through hidden hook point? If so, does it not stand to reason that the former (EWG...) will more easily CATCH fish than the latter (SS...)?

[@nathanstevens4386]

Magnetic weights? Did I miss that in the list somewhere? Big fan of your videos. Also a big fan of recovery. Caught a five and a quarter pounder this year in Indiana so far. Hopefully it warms up soon so we can do some serious fishing.

[@fishing4reel_247]

I got my first bass on a Texas rigged sanko.

[@plasticbratt]

Same here. In fact, it was my first fish on ant kind of artificial bait. It was a dink, but I was one smiling young man.

[@RealisticFishing]

10 ways! crazy

[@alexhenry5542]

Love the videos, lots of good straight forward info from fishermen that know how to present it. One thing I would suggest is to use a lighter background, like a white t-shirt or lay the bait on the table. It's difficult to see how the bait , hook and weight all come together, especially on #10 how the tape was applied to the hook head. Keep the videos come and fish on fisher.

[@tmjoutdoors9486]

Good job men !

[@edwinross1697]

love you guys thanks and senko do work her in Jersey

[@GabooNx]

Twist lock also works for the nose hooked stick bait..

[@Flukemaster]

I remember doing that a long long time ago. I may have to go back to it.

[@robertcampbell7131]

hey instead of using tape i use clear heat shrink. it works great

[@jupchurch23]

My most productive bait is s wacky rigged senko and I have caught plenty of 5+ ponders on that rig in a farm pond

[@keenanmoore264]

I like the wacky rig a lot but i find i miss a lot of fish. maybe the fish in my area are too small and they're only biting the tip/ end on either side. I set the hook and seem to pull it right out. Maybe i should wait longer to set the hook. Any tips?

[@50chevydan]

Keenan Moore try fishing it slower with a smaller weight.

[@erikhernandez2990]

What is the name of the hooks you guys are showing for the last way to rig the senko? I'm guessing they're the Moto Weedless hooks in the description?

[@colinmcpeak2773]

Diggin these videos

[@christopherjurado968]

you guys should do how to rig swimbaits

[@Stratollac]

Here's another idea about how to save baits on the nose hooked rig. Take an Owner CPS screw lock and screw it in until the eye is all the way into the nose of the bait. Then you just hook it through the eye of the screw lock and go fishing.

[@Quagmire88]

Instead of a traditional way of tying a Carolina rig with a swivel and beads and all that, I just weightless Texas rig my soft plastic and then use a bullet weights rubber grip sinker about 16in or so up the line. It works fine for me and takes seconds to tie/rig.

[@robb4871]

Hey Mr. Jensen, did you stop using the carolina keeper? If so, why?

[@Flukemaster]

+Rob B no I didn't. The one in the video was Ryan's setup

[@keltonzac]

What tape were you using?

[@clayringler6958]

Caught a seven pound Largemouth on Percy Priest lake near Nashville several years ago on a Senko

[@kevinddunlap]

At 5:41, does he say "fishes"? As in, more than one fish? Lol Sounds like a mistake that I would make. Your videos present the information in a very concise (to the point) manner. I like that.

[@crazytrappy7906]

My favorite way to fish it is waky rigged with a vary small split shot about 2 inches below it or just waky rigged my biggest fish on that is 6 ibs 3 oz

[@scootermove4190]

How do I get a flukemaster hoody

[@CaptainHookd]

How bout one of those hoodies?

[@8003crash]

Gene, are you a veteran? I see the soldier plaque in the background of this highly informative video.

[@Flukemaster]

+Mat Carney Yes I am.

[@8003crash]

I knew there was a reason I liked you more than Hoover. I retired in 2015. I enjoy watching you and find your videos both entertaining and informative. Keep it up.

[@Jcbmiller10]

Where can I get that hat??

[@Totaro17]

Missed one. The chicken-rig. It’s just a weedless neko-rig. Weight in the end and Texas rig it in the middle. You made a video called the forgotten rig about it

[@Flukemaster]

That wasn’t a well known rig when this video was filmed.

[@brentonshipp5401]

My pb 7.0 was on a wacky rig senko

[@mattyicee1991]

can you fish a senko with a bullet weight?

[@themadbasser21]

My biggest on the exostick was around 6 pounds if I had to guess

[@solesolace]

Do freshwater guys call something else a circle hook? Because the circle hooks we use in saltwater stuff does not work, at all, if you set the hook. They also don't work on moving baits. So, I'm confused as to why you'd use one on something that you're going to fish like a jerkbait.

[@NoHandsAndy]

solesolace i was wondering the same thing. a circle hook is not a "set the hook" style hook so idk how a jerkbait could even be used with that.

[@50chevydan]

solesolace he is probably referring to an octopus style hook. A true circle hook is for trot lines or jug fishing to set the hook.

[@deeo2417]

Gene , vlog... you gotta do it brother

[@iosmatic]

Does it matter what color Senko to use?

[@evandickson19]

Ios Matic Clearwater= natural colours like green pumpkin Cloudy water= bright colours like chartreuse or orange Muddy dark water= black or dark blues and purples I'm pretty sure that's how it works but either way you can google it

[@showmefishingtv8968]

drinking straw works as well for wacky r nose hook..just cut em up in small pieces and very cheap

[@wheatgrassvswildfishing5759]

good stuff with #10 what I like to do is screw the spring from a pen in it and put the hook threw the spring I have a video on it on my Instagram if you got time check it out at Wheatgrass Vs Wild fishing when everyone is throwing a tex rig that little change in action is the trick keep killing it brother

[@ntxbankfishing9177]

@2:43... so, uhh, has that been working?

[@devinmoran59]

Just got my mtb and ltb today for the month of March and lemmy tell you, ltb has been blowing mtb out of the water with their value.

[@Allegiantoutdoorsman]

don't use nails for weight they can fall out and get lodge in the fishes throat. something kvd shared with me last year at a local expo

[@sgibby8817]

mtndewman923 use a lighter and heat the nail up real good before inserting the hook. The heat from the nail will melt the plastic adhering the plastic to the hook like a super glue effect. Never lost a nail doing it that way

[@IowaLayoutman]

For the last rigging method, why don't you just use a small screw lock screwed in and then crimped so the screw lock wont come out. That has to be a better way than jacking around with tape.

[@thumbthumb1013]

Can you send me some baits just starting bass fishing

[@andrewwestbrook5359]

dental rubber bands if you know someone with braces find their rubber band stash, also obviously you know your stuff been fishing a long time why do you prefer fluro over mono for your Carolina rig?

[@jcresidence1264]

Dope

[@mitchelldean1809]

4lbs 5oz largemouth. shad color

[@shuexiong2620]

Biggest bass I've caught was on a wacky rigged senko that weighed 5lbs 3 oz.

[@JonP_4-31inf]

shue xiong that's a big senko... jkjk

[@shuexiong2620]

I should have worded it better. Just caught that too. Haha.

[@Estra459]

I caught a 6.5 lb bass on a Texas rigged senko.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks awesome Joe. Congratulations

[@Estra459]

Flukemaster love your videos man! Just found your channel not long ago and I’ve learned a couple things from you.

[@MGFishin]

RIP Ryan

[@CSimmons88]

someone popping popcorn in the background somewhere?

[@evandickson19]

Chris Simmons rain hitting metal barn roof

[@dereksiple8025]

jika rig

[@TheFishingFool]

The fifth way where you fish it as a jerkbait, couldn't you just Texas rig it weightless?

[@rlandfish4881]

FishingFools, adding a small strip of tape around the nose will make it last longer. In my experience, fishing it nose hooked gives it much more wiggle on the fall and the hook up ratio goes way up. To me, at $1/Senko, it is worth it to catch one fish and have to re-rig. It is such a deadly technique that I can't put a price on it. Gary nose hooks all of his soft plastics because of the hook up and land ratios being through the roof. It basically boils down to what is more important to you and what you have confidence in. Good luck, guys.

[@TheFishingFool]

John Rejniak exactly

[@TLJ236]

Is that little speck around Genes chin driving anyone else nuts?!?!?.. 😋 good video otherwise though 👍🏻

[@Flukemaster]

Is you're OCD getting worse? LOL

[@thomaskasekamp9653]

There is such a thing as bait tape which is better than the tape you are using. Makes bait last longer. Give it a try.

[@baileyguest7542]

i swear you and chad hardwick look so similar

[@cr0cket01]

what are you on about them split shot you just re open the slit with a finger nail hell its only type we use in UK, also just get split shot with no crimps

[@jackthunbergbaseball576]

Your videos aren't just what they used to be

[@angleratlarge6787]

What is that noise in the background of your videos from your cave? It sounds like a train going by or a dog running on a hollow floor.

[@Flukemaster]

LOL. It's rain on the tin roof of the barn

[@deeo2417]

Flukemaster been a sub for a long time. Love your vids , you've always been numero uno as far as bass youtubing. You should start vlogging, I know you're resisting but there's stuff people want to see. You're involved with all these companies , other guys like chad , think it would be cool to see inside the industry , working with lure companies, yak companies, life on the road, etc.. mean No harm.... all the love gene !

[@mangamike6855]

am I crazy or did you reupload this?

[@Flukemaster]

I guess you're crazy. This is "5 More". We had 10 total but didn't want a 30 minute video about it.

[@mangamike6855]

No I know that. I thought I watched it earlier today before this one. Who knows. Great content. Thanks gene!

[@mangamike6855]

Bank2Bank Bass fishing you sound like you have thin skin