How To Catch Bass With Plastic Worms **Incredible Underwater Footage**

Fishing with worms is easy! Use the tricks we show in this video and you're sure to catch more fish this year! Come underwater and watch how the bass react to different worms. Whether you prefer a weightless senko, a dropshot, or any other rigging, its easy to see the best ways to work them with an underwater view!
For today's video we kept the rigging simple. We showed a weightless worm, a dropshot, a ned rig, and a shaky head. All of these are great techniques for catching bass so we've included links below to the exact hooks, weights, and worms we recommend for each method. We also included links to an "In Depth" video for each technique.
Every time we watch bass behavior underwater we learn something new. In this video is was painfully obvious the bass would approach while the lure was moving but it had to be paused for the fish to actually strike. Consider how often you've failed to pause your worm near key structure while out fishing and we begin to realize how many fish we could have been catching all along. Take this information and apply to your fishing in 2020 and the sky is the limit!
Favorite Stick Baits...
- Yamamoto 5" Senko: bit.ly/2axAmNS
-Gambler Fat Ace: bit.ly/2aJq2AO
Favorite Ned Worms...
-Z Man Finesse TRD: bit.ly/2hs4RtR
-Roboworm Ned 3": bit.ly/2j9F0Xy
-Z Man TRD TicklerZ: bit.ly/2mGyDAC
Favorite Dropshot Worms...
-Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: bit.ly/2ZpCOCY
-Strike King Dream Shot: bit.ly/2KNXuK9
Favorite Shaky Head Worms...
-Strike King Fat Baby Finesse: bit.ly/2aKei5y
-Netbait T-Mac: bit.ly/2jndwj9
Rigging...
Shaky Head- Dirty Jigs 3/16 oz: bit.ly/2aFOs0V
Dropshot Hook- Owner Mosquito Light Size 1: bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Dropshot Weight- Swagger Tungsten Tear Drop 1/4 oz: bit.ly/2V2B63h
Senko Hook- Gamakatsu Wide Gap 3/0: bit.ly/2d07gvp
Ned Head- Swagger Tungsten Flanders 1/5 oz: bit.ly/2KcIB6M
Matt's Favorite Finesse Combo...
Rod- G Loomis NRX 852 JWR: bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line- Power Pro 10 lb: bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon 6 lb: bit.ly/2p7fxju
Budget-Friendly Dropshot Combo...
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'6" Light: bit.ly/2s7kaQn
Reel- Shimano NASCI 2500: bit.ly/2g278cC
Line- Power Pro 15 lb: bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 8 lb: bit.ly/2ae97J9
In-Depth Videos...
Dropshot: • Dropshot Fishing For B...
Ned Rig: • Buyer's Guide: Ned Rig...
Shaky Head: • Prespawn Shaky Head Fi...
Texas Rig: • Easy Texas Rig Tricks:...
Carolina Rig: • How to Setup and Fish ...
Senko: • Senko Modifications an...
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What we wear...
Sun Mask: bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: bit.ly/2vgTOst
Light Fishing Pants: bit.ly/2foDx10
Reaper Hoodie (Hoodie with Warm Face Cover built in): bit.ly/2yRURSd
Horizon Sweater (Water resistant, great for layering): bit.ly/2gTC1oB
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Equipment We Recommend...
Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: bit.ly/2CMF1NP
Favorite Storage Box: bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Pliers: bit.ly/2tfxFvw
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Wire Cutters: bit.ly/2soB34k
Favorite life jacket: bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: bit.ly/2FNdnQr
Lure Retriever: bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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[@swarpin_on_donks]

There’s something very satisfying about seeing a bass eat a worm... I can’t explain it

[@bassakwards4204]

Weird but true👉😂👈

[@sbfguy7793]

@Eyeball 007 yes

[@Amazinfactzdaily]

I keep getting snagged

[@PeytonCapps6]

Especially if they eat it at the bank and you see it.

[@monke7156]

S U C C

[@richardtipps1315]

I’ve always been told that shaking your worm more than twice means you’re playing with it. Similar rules apply with these worms too I see.

[@swimstud5151]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@spxcl]

Bruh

[@harryjohnson3617]

@@spxcl lmao

[@jamesmadison4176]

😂😂😂

[@johnsmith-zs5mf]

Think we found your favorite application of rule 34

[@georgeballsmcbiggalo1359]

Just started fishing. Went fishing about 7 times so far and haven't caught anything, and have lost multiple hooks, plastics on snags, and some spinnerbaits also, and have made many mistakes since starting that slow me down when I'm on the water. But I'm enjoying every minute I'm out there learning different rigs, and getting familiar with everything. Most enjoyable thing I have done in a very long, and I plan on fishing for many years to come

[@josueaguilar5573]

Don’t worry it’s a learning process! My friends have yrs of fishing experience I’ve finish for 6 months I’m learning a lot Last time I out fished them, it was a good feeling knowing you’re getting better

[@CarlosGarcia-tv4rk]

It's been a year how many fish have you caught?

[@africanriftvalleyfish8287]

One of the best tutorials I've seen in a long time

[@antoniomora1255]

I agree with you. A most instructive video.

[@qpeocn]

This is like playing chess with those damn bass.

[@jerryholbrook13]

Lol i know

[@VICIOUS_MMA]

That's truly the name of the game

[@njstorozuk]

Oh yeah

[@kchilton27]

bassmate

[@collecter3456]

Sparka it depends. It needs to look real or else they won’t eat it because they are cautious. Especially with fish that have been caught before.

[@javierstoneburner417]

Thank y'all for the information on fishing plastics and how to work the rigs in different scenarios. Cheers🤘

[@justinshivers261]

Jokes on you, I couldn’t even catch a cold.

[@craigtobias1404]

This made be bust out laughing on an airplane now everyone thinks I'm some type of psycho

[@ScroDiddly]

I fish with a joint so I at least catch a buzz.

[@dropshotoutdoors2341]

Not even butt naked in Alaska?

[@louisbensinger4239]

Can't catch a fish in a stocked bathtub

[@JP-ml3wj]

This was very informative and helpful! After struggling with bass the last couple years in definitely going to give some of these methods a go!

[@jasondaniels209]

Speechless when it comes to tactical’s videos. They don’t leave any questions unanswered. When they cover a topic, they COVER IT! Awesome Matt. Tell Tim I said “WAT UP BROMO”!”

[@yuricarralero467]

Great video! I just started my adventure of fishing. Thanks for the tips.

[@variedaddepescacontony146]

Thank you very much, finally I found a channel that explains to me in better detail the tricks for bass, I personally like the screenshots of Bluguill's and Carps, but occasionally I go for bass and this video I think will help me understand more the attitude of bass more detailed, Thank you for sharing this type of videos, greetings from El Sus de California

[@nathanlodder1006]

Unreal teachings! Matt, you are an over lord of teaching bass fishing tactics

[@almeadows4219]

This is the best Fishing Channel on KZbin. Very informative

[@victorsimonsen921]

love this video I have been saying for years that slow is good less is more.

[@Apple-es8zr]

That’s some really incredible underwater footage!!!

[@chronicFLUX44]

Thank you for the tips! I'm trying it whe. This weather clears up a bit

[@kdot2427]

Yessiirrrr! More underwater videos please! These are the best!

[@jeffrogers973]

One of the best instructional videos I have seen!! The underwater shots are phenomenal!!

[@alekbeaver4088]

As someone who fished with his dad a bunch growing up but didn’t pay attention much, I’m coming back to fishing basically at square 1. So to have someone take the time to teach this and give you advice, words cannot explain. Many, many thanks guys!

[@nxsgt]

Thanks for the great tips! A lot of us, including me, need to remind ourselves to slow down when working plastics

[@MrNick-]

This is a great video. I’ve never freshwater fished but I’m watching a bunch of videos because I’ll be trying it for the first time with a friend who has gone a lot. This video was my favorite one because you explain this info without adding too much to it. Short and sweet is a good way to put it. Thanks man can’t wait to go fishing for my first bass

[@heychunkwagon]

Thank so much for the detailed explanation. Most vids don't take the time to explain it in such detail.

[@calebbasoco4741]

Thank you! Great tips great evidence, time for me to try it out!

[@daleroush1960]

Thank you! This makes sence. Keepin it simple.

[@mecheledawson4262]

Happy Birthday Matt! And as usual giving us great information on technics, especially on how bass consume their diets. I'm guilty of fishing soft baits to quickly, constantly I tell myself to just slow down. Thanks for sharing all that knowledge & wisdom with us.

[@yoshee1708]

I’ve never known how goofy the fish look underwater after getting hooked

[@monke7156]

“Gerald this isn’t funny, come help me get this out of my mouth...Gerald! I’m being pulled towards the top dammit! Get back here!”

[@AudubonHasIssues]

Kahooked On Jesus LOLOL THIS WAS SO FKN FUNNY TO ME

[@danielclark3081]

Learning the texas rig and using senko worms has been a huge game changer for me. I caught my pb working my father in laws small pond. He didn't think there was any decent bass left in there. People have even started asking me for advice when I fish. Definitely have to think channels like tactical bassin, roland martin, and some of the googan squad. Catch them slobs everybody!

[@mightyminifarm]

I’ve been using plastic worms for 25 years in bass fishing and this is probably the best video I’ve seen on the subject. You are right, less is more. The biggest bass I’ve caught in my life we’re hooked when I wasn’t reeling in..... definitely something to that. Well done!

[@jimmylgutierrez]

Thank u so much. I have never fished bass before and always wanted to. Now i have a starting place.

[@mburke1211]

Awesome teaching video. Love the underwater footage. You guys go the extra mile to provide great content , and I appreciate it. Happy birthday Matt!

[@calebprod]

Maybe this is why I can’t ever catch a fish on a plastic worm lol.

[@zackhogwood9078]

Fr tho I be not pausing and reeling in too fast

[@jamesbreeden3061]

It is obviously the problem I have, I have never caught a bass or anything on a plastic worm but have caught them on other plastic baits.

[@Christian-xc5pv]

you should always learn to fish with plastics before live bait. Live bait is cheating imo lol, youre really fishing if you fish plastics

[@aboveaveragebayleaf9216]

Meh, people say the same thing about these baits compared to fly fishing. Don't be a purist lol fishing is fishing. As long as people are responsible, and clean up after themselves I'm happy.

[@nickvanderstelt6648]

Love these underwater vids, can’t wait to see underwater footage/ eats of the Lake trout trolling glide 🤞🏼

[@toddsmith2618]

Awesome video! I have many times steered away from fishing due to lack of knowledge and being unable to ever catch anything! My stepdaughter just recently decided she wants to start fishing and asked me to teach her. After watching this video i feel more confident taking her out and being successful. THANK YOU!!!

[@davidtoelle3532]

thanks for reminding me of things i knew as a kid and apparently forgot

[@63Bare]

Matt, love the underwater footage.

[@t3rnaryguide684]

Great content and great perspective! Very grateful to have found this channel. Keep it up!!

[@weswarden2216]

Great vid matt!!! Love the content, keep it up guys

[@TheOutdoorsVlog]

I totally love this video! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@kevinzap.fishing]

Happy birthday matt! Thanks for all you do for the bass fishing community!

[@ricky12811]

Thanks for the tricks that not many is willing to show

[@jameserickson1330]

Great recommendation on that owner mosquito light hook. Using it on drop shot rigs for walleye in northern MN with awesome results.

[@Whatsinanameanyway13]

Love it man, thanks for the video. I've found that a dropshot will catch fish that just won't bite otherwise, lifting the bait off the bottom to just where you can feel the weight but not moving, and holding there for what feels like an eternity. If you have patience, and there are fish nearby of course, they will eventually get curious and bite it.

[@Bigmarv187]

I've been making my own ned rigs since senkos first hit the scene. Wish I would've marketed it years ago

[@MarkWilder68]

This was the boost I needed.... Thanks

[@prideoflions8004]

This is a bad ass video. Dude speaks so eloquent and is very knowledgeable. I’m super new to this sport and have been leaving very disappointed. I’ve only been out 5x and every time I’ve left depressed. Especially after watching so many videos of people catching fish. This video was thorough and got me fired up again.

[@troyharper7546]

Good information tips and under water footage 👍💯

[@dagarhart]

Great video! I agree, I think most anglers, including myself, want to keep that bait moving, because we thin of every movement is what entices the strike, when most of the time it is the dying motion (or lack thereof). Great underwater examples!

[@anthonyvespia6662]

Hey guy's, this is my 1st year, finally off the bank. Love the underwater footage, tips, and correct ways to fish my baits. I'm learning it's amazing on my new, kayak, which is a 120/ PDL/ Hybird edition. I have a bow mounted trolling motor, and my bixpy J2 toe controlled rudder kit. I'll use one or the other, and paddle into stealthy spots. I Fish an approx 5600 acre lake, and fish on other lakes. I've learned so much, from your underwater footage, especially being able to now explore allot of different lake's. Awsome footage. 🤟🎣🙏 Thanks guy's. Keep em coming..

[@gilbertgalindo831]

Great content just amazing in depth video overall. Thanks brother 🎣

[@MrTyler8877]

It’s be nice if I could find a place to fish that doesn’t have 50 ft of algae and plants to get caught in during each cast

[@dagothur6238]

Relatable

[@tammywilson2178]

i hear ya, and often times i don’t know whats in there, i fish for the wrong fish with the wrong bait. i moved to a new state out west and i swear, i don’t see any angler catching anything while i’m out there, it’s like there just are no catchable fish! i guess the DNR are saying they stock, but only to get people out here

[@danielclark3081]

🐸

[@danielclark3081]

Throw some frog!

[@t3hPoundcake]

Ay a fellow Ohioan? haha.

[@Cmon2828]

Thank you I recently began fishing this makes a lot of sense, I get nibbles but I’m overly aggressive and lose lures I seem to be awesome at catching river plants too.

[@peterbrozowitz6143]

Your videos are still top quality Matt.. Cheers and happy Bassin!

[@NYSeaNile]

This is my problem with bass fishing, its alot of slow movements sometimes. I’m so used to plugging the surf.

[@barrettwilliams7919]

punfish that’s the best part of bass is you can use so many different lures

[@nomaderic]

@punfish that's what I've noticed bank fish for bass or even any other fish in general....its not so much the bait as it is you finding them and getting that bait in front of them

[@Neanderthal75]

I finally figured out my problem from these underwater shots: It seems like I do all the right moves most of the time. What missing are the fish at the places I fish. 😄😄

[@TheReelCrazy]

Very informative, thanks for all your hard work. great video!

[@keithdekock7515]

Slow senko fishing, especially weightless in wind still conditions, is one of the nicest ways to catch a bass. Thanks for this simplistic video.

[@nomaderic]

When there is no current or wind at all I slay on the wacky rig

[@Rapapapapapa1]

Happy Birthday Matt! Love the info, nice video. Fish on!

[@bigredbass7898]

Awesome tips. Ill be using this for sure. I also need to learn the dropshot better. 👍👍

[@gavinevans7646]

Awesone video, Great info on Bass fishing 😎😎😎👍🏾👊🏾🤙🏽

[@conniekostick2099]

I'm new to bass fishing. This video was very helpful

[@aidensimon3858]

One of the most helpful fishing videos

[@nepaoutdoors8536]

This is an amazing video i will use these techniques in spring👍👍

[@mcaetano2000]

Another great video! Please, make a video about stitching worms. Very few people know how to stitch and it's one of the very best techniques for catching big bass with worms. The rig is basically a split shot rig. While stitching the split shot helps you feel the bottom while you pull the line with your fingers and also the line from the split shot to the worm is down along the bottom making it almost invisible. The stitching retrieve is also the slowest retrieve method there is.

[@live2fishofficial]

Another great video and even better advice. I, like so many others, tend to over work or complicate things when working plastic worms. The underwater footage is an eye opener. Can’t wait for the weather to break and get back out to shore fishing on LSC here in MI.

[@rvwithme2167]

Love this video man! Would like to see more like this!

[@kevinwalden4288]

These videos are amazing guys. Cant express how much they help. Thanks!

[@IanB1015]

The underwater footage is crazy cool.

[@christophermighty9963]

I must say that you are a great teacher. I need to see videos on what baits, and trick to use for different fish, like snappers, Jack, and grunts

[@marcuslopez7787]

Good info and awesome footage man, thanks!

[@djcartwright424]

Great video and refresher course.

[@kylelor7019]

Thanks for the info. It helps a lot

[@zekereed5990]

I really enjoy these in depth vidz...thanks guys!!!

[@BigRobUm]

Great footage, thanks for the tips!

[@escalade8759]

Awesome Matt! I've learned a lot during this short and simple video.

[@shaunroberts9361]

Thank you Matt. I very very good information for sure.

[@robertcquiroa]

I really enjoy watching your videos man, thank you master. 👍🏻

[@dobbscmd]

you guys are truly awsome.....thanks for info

[@robbiesreapers2292]

Matt and teat @tacticalbasin are second to none. This is far the best KZbin fishing channel. I employ these technics wn fishing for Robies here in Zambia, Botswana and Zimbabwe and they work perfectly. Thanks guys!!!!

[@bryantgwb007]

My 2 biggest bass I've caught was on a 4" yum dinger and a dream shot on a owner shaky head. This past fall. Worm fishing is by far my favorite way to fish.

[@toni25802]

Super helpful👍 Thank you

[@dbru2650]

You guys are the greatest, no doubt about it! Thanks for your great videos.

[@outdoorseyfun9842]

Very very good instructional video for beginners like myself that's the question I had how to fish a worm for a bass smallmouth bass and you answered my question thank you.

[@learnandteach.108]

Excellent 👍 Will try this way.

[@carlespettis6162]

Always helpful!💪🏿🎣

[@terryjohnson666]

Such cool video with the usual sage advice. Thx, guys!

[@vucutgelistirme4155]

Thank you so much for your very good technic 🙏

[@dagarhart]

I shared that video on some of the big fishing boards here in AZ on FB. Lots of positive responses! Great Video, especially for new anglers and those of us who've been fishing for a while who are just in a hurry to cover water and get bites. I know I have been guilty of fishing way to fast for winter.

[@Elon_Trump]

Thanks for the excellent footage. I love this channel's ability to really put the nature of the fish into the lesson with the bait. So much good stuff here.

[@funkymojo111]

True

[@docmccrappie4098]

Sick underwater footage. also. U have a awesome “boat buying “ video. it’s helped me successfully buy and resell at least 15 fishing boats since last year on Father’s Day. Thankyou tactical bassin. awesome awesome dudes! 🤙

[@masfishing1]

Great topic "slower & more methodical" Thank you! Ill practice it at lake Commanche next weekend. Question. Ive never tried shakey head fishing, But seems like if i want to try that, wouldn't I want to use a Zman worm so it stands up on bottom? What do u think?

[@georgescruggs2044]

Great video very informative. My bigger fish come from sloooow movement. Great job guys.

[@PaintballShyguy]

Great video, I'll have to try plastics more often. 👍🏻

[@SHIMIGAMI15]

Very informative and educational video thank you for taking the time too share this with us ! I feel like I'll have a better chance catching some bass now 😁

[@sompasongs]

Great tip, thank you!

[@cjwilliams55]

Nice video. My favorite for the last 20 years is the wacky worm rig. It's the presentation I have the most confidence in. It takes patience, but it's a winner for me. I use debarbed circle hooks.

[@lonewolf-sv1su]

Fish guru right here!!some wonderful tips for sure

[@hunnermorgan3821]

This video helped me a lot thanks for the advice

[@larrymoss9954]

Great video. Very educational. Very helpful!

[@cktung100]

best video.thank you teacher.

[@WildBillHabiki]

This is really good info and I can't wait to put it to use. I have always imparted a lot of action in my shaky heads and I like to hold the drop shot bait up off the bottom on a tight line letting it dangle in front of the fish while the current or whatever does its thing but now I will try this method out. The video doesn't lie. Seeing is believing. thumbs up