Big Worms for Summer Bass Fishing! (Texas Rig, Carolina Rig, Shaky Head)

Big Summer Bass love eating big worms! There are a ton of ways to present big worms and they all work! Texas Rigs, Carolina Rigs, Shaky Heads, even wacky rigged, they all work! Best of all, worm fishing doesn't require specialized gear you probably already own a rod that can do it! Come along as we take an in-depth look at the different styles of plastic worms and how to apply them to your bass fishing this Summer.
How do you choose the right plastic worm for the job? What makes a good shakey head worm? What about the right worm for a texas rig? What about colors? Its all so overwhelming! Your local shop has dozens, if not hundreds of options to choose from, but today we're going to narrow it down to a few key shapes and colors.
Below you'll find links to our favorite worms and the gear we use to fish them. We've included color recommendations for each worm and favorite rigging options as well. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
CURLY TAIL WORMS...
•Zoom Magnum Ol Monster: bit.ly/2P5QZbq
Colors: Junebug, Plum, Green Pumpkin
•Zoom Ol Monster: bit.ly/2adPtjs
Colors: Candy Bug, Junebug, Plum
Netbait Baitfuel C Mac: bit.ly/43AETJ9
Colors: Junebug, Plum, Plum Apple
Xzone 11" Blitz: bit.ly/422SaJA
Colors: Junebug, Plum, Green Pumpkin
STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS...
•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: bit.ly/3T7dHgB
Colors: Junebug Dream, Missile Morning
•Netbait Baitfuel T Mac Worm: bit.ly/41rJOer
Colors: Bama Bug, Black Grape, Junebug
•Xzone Deception Worm: bit.ly/43YDE6x
Colors: Junebug, Plum, Sprayed Grass
•Magnum Baits Wormser: bit.ly/2XM1naf
Colors: Delta Dark Purple, Green Pumpkin
WACKY WORMS...
•Magnum Baits 10" Soft Stickbait: bit.ly/2KBhPWU
Colors: PNW, Junebug, Delta Dark Purple
CAROLINA RIG COMPONENTS...
Hook- Owner Offset Shank Wide Gap: bit.ly/3Cm7Jiq
Size: 5/0
Weight- Swagger Tungsten Carolina Barrel: bit.ly/3f14FNn
Size: 1/2 - 1 oz
Swivel- Spro Power Swivel: bit.ly/2ay0p7d
Size: 4
Stopper- VMC Sinker Stop: bit.ly/38XLQd4
TEXAS RIG COMPONENTS...
Hook- Owner All Purpose Soft Bait: bit.ly/2QbbdRW
Size: 5/0
Weight- Swagger Tungsten Flipping: bit.ly/2X35Jtl
Size: 3/8 - 3/4 oz
Stopper- VMC Sinker Stop: bit.ly/38XLQd4
POWER SHOT COMPONENTS...
Hook- Owner Cover Shot HD: bit.ly/36Gunbf
Size: 1/0 - 2/0
Weight- Swagger Vader Pencil: bit.ly/3LeDf7Z
Size: 1/4 oz
WACKY RIG COMPONENTS...
Weightless- Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: bit.ly/2aKGmHM
Size: 4/0 - 5/0
Weighted- Big Bite Baits Gamakatsu Wacky: bit.ly/3CowxbF
Size: 3/8 oz
Swinging- Frenzy Wack A Sack Jig: bit.ly/2oFduEq
Size: 4/0
SHAKEY HEADS...
Small- Dirty Jigs Canterbury: bit.ly/2aFOs0V
Size: 3/16 oz
Medium- Owner Shakey Ultrahead: bit.ly/2iofJdg
Size: 1/4 oz
Magnum- Owner Magnum Shakey: bit.ly/2VlgJBA
Size: 5/8 oz
TEXAS/CAROLINA RIG COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Expride B 7'7" Heavy: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): bit.ly/2TQHwrP
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Saltimate Shock (20 lb): bit.ly/3oT1oq2
SHAKY HEAD COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Zodias 6'10" Med Heavy: bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Curado 70 MGL (HG): bit.ly/2apmDJt
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Super FC (12 lb): bit.ly/2p7fxju
MAGNUM SHAKY HEAD COMBO...
Rod- 13 Fishing Envy Black 7'6" Heavy: bit.ly/3KtYZhv
Reel- 13 Fishing Concept C2: bit.ly/2NlzZhg
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Saltimate 20 lb: bit.ly/3oT1oq2
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: bit.ly/38YpPIz
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FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…
Favorite sunglasses: bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite life jacket: bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Storage Box: bit.ly/3U9y4cl
Favorite Net: bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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#bassfishing #texasrig #carolinarig

[@Tbowie13]

Not only are X-Zone baits awesome Jim Van Ryn (owner) is one heck of a good guy! I ordered some of their reel covers from Tackle Warehouse and one was kinda messed up, and TW of course is a pain in the butt on exchanges/returns. I contacted Jim and he not only sent me a replacement, he sent a box full of X-Zone baits and gear and an extra reel cover of a different design. I called him and spoke with him on the phone and he was in no hurry to get rid of me. I have been buying X-Zone baits since then and am smashing bass with em!

[@tylerfish6206]

TW is a necessary evil

[@bmurr7]

X-Zone is top notch for sure 👌

[@kennethhromcik8144]

I love fishing 10-12 in. worms. Here in north central Texas, our lakes are low and docks or points are the way to go on my home lakes. I stumbled on a different technique. I was re-rigging due to no luck. Reaching for a new hook, l picked up a 7/0 Owner offset with a 3/16 belly weight that I use on swimbaits. I thought, why not? Rigged with a 12 in. Junebug curly tail produced a gliding descent. WOW! An 8, two sixes and two three’s finished out the morning! I love your videos and the tips you give, just wanted to add another. Tight lines and Godspeed

[@Take2DrumCovers]

Another fantastic show. Partner dodged a Tyson right uppercut beautifully BTW 😂

[@michaelloucks4448]

Hey Tim thanks for the great video. I just wanted to say to you and matt you guys have given so much to the fishing industry and we really appreciate you two guys so much for all of that. GOD bless you and your families.

[@steves7345]

C Mac - Curly Mac. T Mac - Trick Mac. Great vid

[@youtubzkoz]

Wormser is lowkey awesomeness! Dude the Sticky and Honey watermelon.... it's sand colored transparent pink and the honey is a gold and black flake watermelon. Unique and great bait. I see they made a smaller 4.25" Gobi... gotta try those on a jig ....

[@magnumbaitsusa9965]

Appreciate ya 💪🏽

[@jonhaller9241]

I was so excited to see this video pop up. Big wormin is something I never used to use but it really became a favorite of mine on those brutal hot days when it’s so hot that I’m just feeling lazy and just want to slow down and count rocks. I’m a Culprit worm guy.

[@Tooey005]

Remember when Culprit hit the shelfs in K-mart. Lol Good Ol Days. Culprits been around for along time. 👊🎣🎣

[@force9966]

Dook,boop lol gotta love Tim. Can’t help but smile listening to him talk baits. He’s a beauty.

[@jonc.5310]

Smaller worms can get it done too. Sixteen years ago I used a six inch worm and scored a very nice 125 pounder. Brought her home and mounted her, and she hasn't left since.

[@nicknormando4220]

Lmao see what you did there

[@andybales7318]

If she hasn't left since, u should have practiced catch & release 😂

[@greenpighunter6930]

You caught her on a bed? It's fine you can tell us.😂

[@jonc.5310]

@@andybales7318 nah, she's a keeper

[@user-te2oy2kv6l]

F*cking pundemonium in here

[@toddpossum]

Thanks!

[@baileygaga]

Hey guys, thank you for all you do. I've always wanted to get into bass tournaments since I was little . I ended up joining the army and not being able to pursue it, but now I've been given a chance, too. All your gear and techniques videos have been super helpful. So thank you.

[@jesseboyden3119]

Owner makes an incredible magnum shakey head

[@youtubzkoz]

Yeah I like that one too!

[@thedadbodangler7784]

The new 6th Sense Boosa Worm is LIGHTS OUT!! Been hammering them with it on the ol ball and chain!

[@christopherlawrence3927]

Not to correct you Tim. But I think it stands for curly.

[@bobgibbs4105]

I always assumed that with Net Bait the C = Curly & T = Trick... maybe not, but that's what makes sense to me.

[@dant8213]

If T= Texas Rig then C=Carolina Rig and 🎣+🍺=😁

[@Bankfishindude]

I’ve been on the big worm for the last couple weeks and I can attest that little ones will bite them!😂 thanks as always guys🎣

[@richardbossman9875]

I used to make my own long worms by cutting the last few ribs on a zoom trick worm and the first few ribs in another so they matched in size and then melted them together. So much action and it caught a lot of bass for me.

[@shaunroberts9361]

Great edit. This is my favorite was of fishing.

[@jillwilliams9442]

Thanks for the Carolina rig tip 😊

[@keithpinkerton2933]

Great review. Got a couple tips I need to try

[@kenmccarthyfishing]

Incredible video Tim,thank you ❤👏👏

[@Obsessed.Anglers]

Awesome stuff I'll have to try some bigger worms!

[@c.shoefish]

The biggest bass I've ever seen in person (13 lbs) was caught on one...maybe I should give them a shot. Up here in NY and NJ, that's not a common thing to throw. Might have to change that. As always thanks for all of the information and great video

[@j_pasty_w1823]

I’ve been looking high and low for a video you guys have done for big worm Texas rigs

[@hunternixonfishing2500]

Love to throw a big worm this time of year! Xzone makes great stuff started using them in 2020 and they quickly became some of my favorite plastics

[@greggdsciotto8952]

Wow! Thx!

[@Hoveyish]

I remember one of those guys gluing together 2 of his biggest worm!

[@jasonmims5493]

What about Manns jelly worm

[@jasonmanley4272]

C for curl. T for trick

[@anthonygreene4340]

So many jokes to be made at the 3 minute mark

[@tylerfish6206]

Came in 2 nd this weekend my buddy was doing most of the work on a giant senko

[@douglasspickler4925]

Great in-depth video. Thanks for sharing the excellent information.

[@davidfeldman611]

I love throwing a 6 in straight worm wacky rigged this time of the year! Great content Tim!

[@kentbrown5369]

You guys need to check out the new Nishine drop shot hook. It’s made to tans straight out off the line. Really nice hook

[@yummygogolak]

Cool, when you lakes are not choked to death with grass.

[@goodusernamesarerare]

You guys have ESP, I was just thinking about what big worms to throw.

[@belldn3]

U can throw a 12 inch in a small/medium size pond and catch a 2 pounder. I know.

[@1221Ralph]

I am not a fan of the discontinuation of the original Netbait lures. The new ones with baitfuel are at least $2 more expensive. One of the appeals to me from Netbait was the quality at a very inexpensive price.

[@rconner4053]

What are those fishing rod clips you use (please post a link for them). I worm fished the other day and did OK but your video should make me better at it 🎣 Thanks guys

[@richardgibson899]

I was fishing the other day, I noticed now dirty the water was. The water I usually fish in you have less than 3 feet depending on what color of bait you use. Can you tell me which vid I can watch about what to use in such water. I was using one type of gear; went to the dock and change out what I was using for swim gear, chatter bait, and a buzz bait. I got one 12" bas on the buzz bait.

[@Striphe]

What hook keepers do you use Tim? I can't seem to find good ones for higher end rods that don't come with one.

[@caseysaunders2137]

I've asked in other vids. No replies so far and watch every new video

[@Striphe]

These appear to be it. www.tacklewarehouse.com/Cal_Coast_Fishing_Cali_Clip_Hook_Keeper_3pk/descpage-CCFC.html

[@caseysaunders2137]

@@Striphe Thank you !!

[@jtotherog]

First!!!❤❤❤ let’s go!!!

[@midwestfischerman]

#️⃣1️⃣🥇

[@NikoBased]

I was first but i deleted it so you could have it

[@jtotherog]

@@NikoBased 😂😂 you the real mvp my friend. Kinda guy I wanna fish with lol

[@NikoBased]

@@jtotherog I only made that up so you would want to fish with me 🤣

[@Mr.Higgs.]

Curly tail/swimming worm tail question, tail up or down? l

[@youtubzkoz]

I think on big curlies it's on the side not like a grub...

[@ashtonbookman9692]

No it's tail up so when you drag it the tail sticks up and spins if you have it down or on the side the tail will swim "on the bottom" instead of right above the bottom

[@camhester4251]

all i got is 4/0 5/0 and 11/0 for big 12 inch jelly worms and 5/0 for my fat max Culprit worms 7 inch 4/0 for regular 7 inch

[@rickpurcell4920]

Tim, what rod setup for the powershot rod? Also, what is the hook keeper that I see on your Loomis and Shimano rods?

[@aaronitchkawich3565]

They are Cali Clips. I like them but sometimes hard to find the right size for your rod. 3 pack has one each of the 3 sizes.

[@steveoff1182]

Green screen?

[@crespinmd]

What keeper is that you always use Tim? Im sorry if I missed it on a vid.

[@aaronitchkawich3565]

Cali Clips

[@techtiger38]

Carolina Rigs are incredibly hard to cast. I wish someone would do a video how to throw them.

[@HILLBILLY_HARD]

I agree. I can take the same lure I’ve been catching fish with off a jig head and set it up Carolina style and stop getting bites immediately. I must be doing something wrong

[@rickpurcell4920]

Carolina rig is harder to throw the longer the leader and if you cast it over your head. Try making cast with the rod tip anywhere from 2 o’clock to 3o’clock, side arm cast. Part of the trick is that it is like fly fishing, the line needs to be all the way straight behind before your forward cast. The Carolina rig from my experience is much easier to cast when the leader is 24 to 30 inches long. Also, I find it easier to fish brush piles with a 24” leader than longer leaders. I also use Carolina floats on my leaders, it is a bullet weight shape foam that helps the worm thread its way through grass or other cover. I prefer braid (actually Berkley Fireline in 20 or 30lb as it is just stiff enough it doesn’t tangle in the weight). Weight wise I use 3/4 or 1oz, if Im fishing clay bottoms and brushpiles, then I use T-rig bullet weight style and the tungsten barrel style if fishing chunk rock. I also have a finesse Carolina rig with 1/4 to 1/2 oz tungsten bullet weight setup on a 7’2” Expride heavy spinning rod, which I use much more often than the heavier casting setup.

[@johnz5055]

I went Saturday and tried multiple baits finally put on a 7 inch curly tail june bug on a shavky head and the bass went nuts i caught about 20 bass and im in southern ohio best fishing i have had in years

[@user-ec1pm5uc5g]

What’s your favorite knot braid to leader ? Great video ! Thanks

[@brettwilder5059]

Love the content but.....why so long?? Keep doing you brother but maybe a ten min vid instead? Just a thought

[@billpatterson6249]

Bait Fuel infused HUGE mistake. Bluegill will eat you up.

[@andybales7318]

I really like the Mann's 12" jelly worm...only problem is, I end up eating it myself...that smell is just too good...i can't resist

[@JS-oy6nn]

When it comes to 13Fishing’s rods I definitely have some reservations. 1. Short handles. Majority of 13’s rods have very short handles. 2. Tons of Bad reviews and they’re all basically the same. Not Honoring their Warranty. We all know rods break and when you spend $2, $3, $400 on a rod and it breaks and you get the middle finger from the manufacturer that says a lot. And this is why I don’t own any 13 Fishing rods. I’ve read hundreds of reviews and there’s bunches of great reviews and there are a lot A LOT of NOT great ones also. Do You have a 13 Fishing Rod.?

[@ashtonbookman9692]

It's funny you say that I set the hook on a 3 pounder sight fishing and the rod litterly exploded lol and I honestly don't see the hook that hard so I never got one again since

[@mikesullivan7153]

What should I use in Florida? What color?

[@efrainsandoval6480]

When do you throw the trig and carolina?

[@marcass1985]

What are the plastic clips on the rods above the reel called that you're securing your baits to?? I need some!!!

[@aaronitchkawich3565]

Cali Clips

[@mikehauck5832]

MAGNUM BAITS ARE AMAZING GO TO BAITS. 10" MAG ON A HOG FARMER SHAKY HEAD. KILLER COMBO!