Bass Fishing with Jigs in Cold Water

[@Cignas6]

This guy has the best youtube fishing informational videos. Period!

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks

[@beatinbanks8962]

I agree I watch jean all the time and get tips. He doesn't just make a video of himself catching fish, he tells you what he's using and all about the bait. He has another video of him showing how to take a bend out of the tail from a zoom fluke and I use this trick every time I'm getting ready to go fishing, if I'm gonna be throwing a fluke. I don't like how it swims when it has the bend in the tail. I used to hate buying flukes cause I would take all the bags of the rack and pick the one that doesn't look all jacked up in the bag lol now I just grab the first one

[@davejeon02]

Gene*

[@tommygardnerdpd6e591]

yes he does

[@mattnash5159]

Hes great but tactical bassin is better

[@Flukemaster]

You don't know what I'd give to be able to go trout fishing with my Dad in Montana again. I love it there.

[@Flukemaster]

That's nice to hear. I truly love what I'm doing and it's always great that get feed back like this. Thanks

[@collinsaunderson9225]

I tell you for the life of me can I not tell you why some one can give this man a thumbs downs I have not seen beter KZbin bass fishing ever by no one and there are good fisherman out there. Thank you for everything you have done and your time .👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@TDIoutdoors]

Actually saw your first video on how to fish jigs. Just started fishing them and caught my new personal best. A 6.24 lbs largie

[@ryanroot13]

I love these videos. You're just about the only channel that accurately describes how to fish a certain pattern and lure. I learn a lot from these vids. Keep it up

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Ryan

[@DannyA123]

Gene, I'm probably least comfortable fishing jigs; but today, here in NJ, after practicing what you've been preaching, I caught a nice, first-of-the-year 3.5 bass on a slow-worked jig-n-pig. Thanks again for your wonderful videos.

[@Juanelo1946]

I just discovered your channel. I'm truly impressed with the vast knowledge of bass fishing that you share.Watching your videos is like attending a seminar but without having to travel from my desk, and without the tuition fee. Thank you!

[@stlmike80]

Gene great vid as usual... I love that you will still answer questions on a year old video. Best KZbinr out!

[@Flukemaster]

stlmike80 Thanks man. It getting more and more difficult to do because of the growing popularity of my videos but I still try hard to answer everyone.

[@skylorbrothers3208]

That bass at the end is one of the prettiest fish I've seen in a while

[@brandonsully3003]

This video was great. Went out today and tried that cadence drag, drag, shake, hop and caught a 5.5 pounder. I really appreciate these videos you post. They have really helped me improve as a fishermen.

[@Flukemaster]

Brandon Sully Very cool Brandon. Congrats, I'm glad I could help.

[@blech71]

That lake is like glass. So serene! Amazing.

[@Flukemaster]

That was a 3/8 oz All Terrain Jig by Siebert Outdoors. The color is called Flukemaster. You can find it under their Storm Series of jigs.

[@Flukemaster]

Arctic Char. The trip was a gift from my dad for graduating high school.

[@Flukemaster]

That's exactly how I felt when I was first starting with jigs. Congrats again.

[@MacProwler1]

I really like your video on fishing cold water with jigs. You are right on. We have been doing that in Texas for 20 years now. but, I did learn about the cadence. Never thought about that before. Very informative. Thanks Prowler Bill Henson

[@Flukemaster]

No. It's Richmond Mill Lake in Laurel Hill, North Carolina.

[@kerryparks1979]

I found that I change up with one rod with jig/craw and another a craw on a texas rig. That small change could trigger a bass to strike. Plus, let the bass tell you what they want. I fished a cove where I knew there was fish there and no to little bites on my jig. When right back and fished a texas craw and got hammered. Flukeman is right though, bigger bass will bite the skirted jig more, and smaller fish will bite the texas craw. Now once they get one the beds, I fish the craw on the jig with no skirt. Skirt spooks them I think. I fish mainly a 1/2oz football jig and a 3/8oz swim jig. Missouri bass love purple! I am getting older Flukeman, when are we going fishing?

[@9o3]

Kerry Parks pegged or unpegged weight on tx craw?

[@benjaminluebberst168]

4 years later you’re that much older and still getting ignored

[@thewaterstore25]

Thanks Gene. You are so helpful. I appreciate your video on how to set up a baitcaster reel. I have a new Abu Garcia that I havent used yet but now its ON! You are a natural ...God bless

[@Flukemaster]

I like them because they look good on video. They are great for the price but I may change here shortly. I just sent two more back for repair. The inserts in the guides keep coming out or breaking and I just had an entire guide pop out of one yesterday. The one with the broken insert still had the tags on it.

[@JDeemer25]

Great video. You are a gifted instructor and teacher too. What I like is the simplicity and the honesty of really revealing your techniques. I know a pro would not disclose ALL his secrets but you get to the point and relate it in ways so everyone can find a way to figure out what you mean. The pencil on the fishing line idea, for example, was great. Just found out about your videos on Twitter and now have subscribed too. Thanks looking forward to the next class.

[@Flukemaster]

It all depends on the jig and the type of rod you are using. For most of my standard jig fishing I use 20lb Seaguar Fluorocarbon. If I go to a light wire hooked jig I use a Med Hvy rod and 12 or 15lb test line.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Konnan. I really appreciate that.

[@DannyDipper]

Hey Thanks for the video, I have fished my whole life for small pan fish/ trout. Just this past year I have been getting in to bass fishing and its Really nice being able to have some video tips simply on what works for someone just to get some ideas on what to try, and you explain things very well. So thanks again keep um comin!

[@Flukemaster]

Weather you choose Flouro or Mono depends mainly on water clarity. If you have clear water I would go with flouro but if you have stain to the water it really doesn't matter.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks for letting me know Jordan. I filed 6 complaints and sent messages to some of my friends who's videos were also stolen. That should get him shut down. Once again thanks for the heads-up. I really appreciate it.

[@Flukemaster]

Richmond Mill Lake in Laurel Hill, NC. It's a private lake that I guide on. The average bass is 5lbs and is the perfect lake to teach from.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Denny.

[@Flukemaster]

A lake just 20 miles south of the Arctic Circle in Northern Quebec. The farthest north that I've fished for bass was Kentucky Lake.

[@Flukemaster]

I throw 3/8oz jigs on it but 1/4oz jigs are a little to light for that rod. It has trouble loading up for a good cast. I use a Med Fast action rod for 1/4 light wire jigs.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Michael.

[@Flukemaster]

Stay tuned buddy. Bank fishing videos coming this year. I fished from the bank for 12 years of my adult life before buying my first boat. I got some bank skills too.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Joseph

[@Flukemaster]

For an all around jig rod I like a 7'6" Heavy rod with some flex in the tip so it casts good. For skipping under docks and other cover I will go with a 7' MH rod. The reel must have a great drag and that's why I use a Revo. There is no better drag in the business.

[@rockchalk06]

Thanks for another fantastic video Gene. Jigs are my #1 confidence bait. Any info videos etc always help.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Daniel

[@Flukemaster]

The Pinnacle Perfecta DHC5-791CAHSB. It's a 7'9" Heavy action rod that is an amazing rod for the price.

[@Flukemaster]

It's planned for May. The hatches for my boat aren't water tight so it gets emptied after every trip but I'm planning a boat tour for mid May.

[@Flukemaster]

Exactly, Thanks

[@Flukemaster]

That's a good setup Mark and thanks for the compliments. I don't consider my videos professional but thanks for saying that. :)

[@Flukemaster]

Prowler!!!! I'd give my right butt cheek to be able to hunt Yotes with you guys. It's one of my favorite things to do here in GA when I'm not fishing.

[@Flukemaster]

It's a Triton that we bought without the gas tank and motor. We converted it into an electric boat. That's a Ray Electric motor on the back.

[@Flukemaster]

At least 7' 3" long. Med heavy for light jigs and jigs with light wire hooks and a Heavy rod for jigs with heavy wire hooks and heavy cover.

[@Flukemaster]

Yes, every year.

[@orlfane1622]

I fish swim jigs in all different ways. I actually don't swim them that much and do really well. Its all in how you present the bait.

[@Flukemaster]

Do you like how I played it off like it was no big deal. I did that as a response to a challenge by some of my friends. I think it's a neat contrast to those shows where they get all excited about a 2lber.

[@4zackallen]

You catch some serious bass, thanks for the tips your videos are extremely informative

[@markrine]

Thank you tremendously for your videos. EXTREMELY informative and professional. Makes me proud and excited to be back in Tennessee/southeast to do some bass fishin'. just bought my first baitcaster...revo sx with a okuma reflexions rod and getting excited to get on the water and try this bad boy out.

[@SifuZeemore]

Got to love it when the lake is just like glass.

[@elliotpaulsen5485]

so pumped for WI fishing opener! I started with some Jigs / Craws last year with great results from your tips :)

[@Flukemaster]

+elliot paulsen Good Luck Elliot.

[@NHavens96]

I just got an sx and a ducket. I'm getting stoked for the season and your new videos.

[@hunternixonfishing2500]

Thanks man! Took this and applied it today. I fish at my little small farm pond and the water is very cold so I tied on a Booyah Boo Jig and just crawled it slow on the bottom and shook it a few times and caught a 5 pounder fishing it that way

[@Flukemaster]

Hunter Nixon Awesome, Congratulations.

[@Flukemaster]

It get caught up often when fishing rocky bottoms. I limit this buy keeping my line a little tighter and not stopping as much as I normally do. I kind of glide it on top of the rocks but still try to stay in contact with them. If it gets to bad I put the jig down and pick up something that will fish them better like a crankbait or a weightless fluke

[@Flukemaster]

LOL. I had some friends put me up to that. I think it came out cool. The average size fish in that lake is just under 5.5lbs though.

[@Flukemaster]

That's a great idea. I'll put it on the list. Thanks

[@Flukemaster]

I'm finished with it. It should launch in the next couple of weeks.

[@wvmountaineer1]

Yes is great living here just short summer fishing season. Thats why I got hooked ;) on your videos for more technics. I have used cranks and spinners back in wv but seems what worked there is a little different here plus the spawning seasons different. My nephew and I have been debating joining bass fishing club to gain more fishing areas and knowledge. We use mostly top plugs and spinners and bottom plastics with success but could always use more.

[@Flukemaster]

Thank you.

[@sampequeno6318]

enjoyed all the winter videos also learned something from each one thanks

[@wvmountaineer1]

Nice video again, still ice fishing here in Montana. I can't wait to get out on the boat for some bass fishing.

[@bryanjohnson8817]

yeah im in sc fishing local ponds hoping for a monster so i dont see much of those temps either....always up for trying something new....what makes fishing fun for me right now....next on the list are the swinging jig heads but with mostly sandy bottoms i'm questioning that purchase as well haha...never know until you try tho...thanks for the input and i really enjoyed the jig and fly video that's something i'm looking at trying now...light line and a center balanced cork seem to be key right

[@KeleentProductions]

this is completely unrelated to the topic .. but you don't have the quality that i find in some other youtubers that I find annoying. Which is quite pleasant. That quality is when they hook into a fish they start grunting and their body all around like they are using all their strength to bring a fish up. I'm glad you don't do that and just fish normally without the extra unnecessary "flair" . Kuddos! Great tips.

[@DzoavitsGames]

+KeleentProductions god, that is annoying as hell isnt it. Like if you are about to get pulled in by a 4lb bass, you need to go to the gym, not go fishing lol

[@KeleentProductions]

I have been waiting for a comment... thank you finally someone who is as crazy as me lol.

[@DzoavitsGames]

KeleentProductions Whats sad is, WE are considered the crazy ones :P

[@Flukemaster]

17lb is plenty. We tested a Revo once and we got 23lb of drag out of it. But that was several years ago.

[@fishingallday30]

Nice video man. Thanks for the tips it will help out fishing the rest of the winter.

[@tamrakarjoe]

he is the best tutor out there for bass beginner period

[@OutofWORKoutdoors]

this was a good lesson. thanks a bunch. will use it on my next time on the water.

[@playden70]

Yet another great video Gene...thanks for all you do!

[@bartnukem]

**scrolling through subscribed videos** YES!!! Gene put out a new video!!

[@Flukemaster]

Thank you. The only way to gain confidence in a jig is to leave everything else at home for a few trips and just fish a jig.

[@Flukemaster]

It's impossible for me to do that without knowing a lot of specifics. Start with what you have confidence in and then base changes on conditions at hand.

[@konnan216]

Another great video Gene. Keep them coming and hopefully there will be quite a few more as the weather breaks. I always recommend your videos to people I know even if they might already know all about whatever your talking about. They are always so informative any maybe the best bass how-to on youtube. As always also check out BR if you are looking for more info about a subject or just a place to chat. Keep up the good work.

[@Flukemaster]

Jigs I use a Ducket 7'3" Heavy and an Abu Garcia Revo Reel with 20lb Seaguar Fluorocarbon Line Worm rigs heavier than 1/4oz I use a Duckett 7'6" Med Hvy Rod with a Revo Reel and 15lb Izorline XXX

[@Flukemaster]

Good idea. I'll have to figure out how to put that together.

[@Flukemaster]

I almost always fish a 3/8oz jig. For rocky bottom I usually change to a football head jig.

[@Flukemaster]

Sure but make sure you've got a rod that matches up to that size line.

[@DirtyRed703]

Excellent video. Best one on jigs yet.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks

[@Flukemaster]

For muddy bottom. I always opt for a Carolina Rig.

[@Bannanaslicer]

Smaller ponds around me get a lot of slimy growth on the bottom during the colder months that makes using jigs a pain. I've found that if that is the case lipless crankbaits retrieved close to the bottom work really well in winter.

[@Flukemaster]

You are exactly right. Sometimes being bad with numbers really comes back and bites me in the butt. Thanks for the clarification.

[@matthewsmith9597]

I noticed you said that you don't see a crawfish flying through the water column...would you reel a crawfish colored crankbait slower than normal then or would that have any effect.

[@ryanp5413]

great vid! a way i found out to fish a jig in cold water was kind if accident. I have a little slack in the line and just tap the rod with my fingers. worked great for me many time during the winter

[@Flukemaster]

I personally don't have much confidence in a hair jig. The only time I've had any luck is when the water is in the high 30's to low 40's. That doesn't happen much around here so I don't fish them much.

[@Frostin_Austin]

07 Classic was Boyd Duckett on Lay Lake Fishing Rat-L-Traps on prespawn creek channels and flipping a power bait black/blue chigger craw on grass. The 08 Classic was the jig Classic. Alton Jones throwing the football jig on Hartwell, deep structure on transition bottom clay to rock. Charlie Hartley placed 2nd also jigging, deep docks.

[@Flukemaster]

JDeemer25. I really appreciate that. I'm so glad that the original vision that I had for my videos two years ago is actually showing through. I love what you wrote. I am not a gifted writer so can I take what you wrote and use it in my channel description?

[@Flukemaster]

Sometimes I do. It all depends on water clarity. If I think the fish need help finding it I'll put some rattles on it. I always keep rattle bands and rattles in my box just in case.

[@phillipnewby5283]

This has been the key video for me to catch fish on jigs. Never had any luck until I put these suggestions into practice. Gene you kind of know what you're talking about doncha? Ha!

[@Flukemaster]

Phil Newby Just a little bit.

[@Flukemaster]

Now that's cool Danny! Thanks for sharing. There is nothing like a jig fish is there?

[@klfer]

I used a jig "football" for the first time and it did great. 6 bites 6 fish in the boat! Want to try a shaky head now!

[@Flukemaster]

You fish places that have hard bottom and now weeds. Usually deeper than the weeds can grow.

[@BrianRockFishing]

Great Infor. Great video! I enjoy watching your videos because you put out a lot of informations. Keep it coming! I myself, had bought a lot of jigs but haven't had any success on landing a fish. This video helps a lot. Thanks!

[@TheWoodyem]

Thanks Gene, just solved what I was doing wrong with my jigs... WAY TO FAST FOR WINTER AND NO HOPPING!

[@Flukemaster]

It sounds like you are dealing with bass that are spawning. That's a different animal all together. Watch my newest video on bed fishing for bass and that should help you.

[@Flukemaster]

It's their 7'6" Heavy Micro Magic casting rod.

[@jtphenom0811]

I don't understand how you drag a lure by raising your rod-tip up. It seems like that would just bring the lure up.. not just forward. I just don't get the physics.

[@ab_deny140]

I love your videos... Today I went out in 40 degree weather and caught the biggest bass of my life in a place that is the notoriously bad for bass fishing I weighed it.. 9 pounds

[@Flukemaster]

AB_Deny That is awesome, Congratulations.

[@Flukemaster]

It's a Triton 186 Sport.

[@xXStonewall1978Xx]

Awesome video Gene I've been killing it on a jig here recently!! Thanks

[@jfsilverio]

thanks for the recomendation for what jig to use for rocky bottoms

[@billyhenderson1911]

I would like to know when you fishing for bass did you ever fish a lake Whitmore striper bass then Big Mouth Bass or small mouth if so which fish is aggressive Stryper bass or a big mouth bass or a smaller

[@jakethornbury1595]

Small mouth bass generally fight harder than large mouth, and stripers harder than small mouth mostly because of their size.