HOW TO FLIP JIGS IN GRASS FOR BASS (How to rig up your rod and reel setup)

[@bigc8018]

Good video. I think your combination of showing your setups, talking about your technique, then showing all that in action is absolutely the best educational format which, IMO, is exactly what most anglers want to see.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Cool, thanks

[@kenbrown5449]

You have quickly become my go-to KZbin guy. Great info, great laughs and ZERO condescension. I like how you show how you do it and then say, basically, to do what works for each of us. I used to watch a certain well known fishing pro until a month or so ago when he said if you aren't doing (certain technique) the way he does it, you are an idiot. Thanks for another great video!

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I've got suggestions is all I have, I've learned over the years that this game evolves and I want to make sure I evolve too. There is no right way more less better ways, and I know I can still learn better ways as well.

[@chrisrichter1371]

Thanks for showing the sort video of the grass you were fishing that helps me understand the type of grass you are fishing,sometimes I don’t understand all of the terms of the grass people are taking about

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

That’s true the same grass grows differently on different bodies of water.

[@chuckkaleel9105]

I would love to see a video on your favorite rod and reel combos and the purpose for each

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Sounds good!

[@jeremyconkwright3636]

Man the last couple years I've really started flipping and punching grass and kinda just learned as I was going and basically this video has summed up I've been doing the right thing and gave me a good boost of confidence that I'm doing the right thing

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Keep with it, can be frustrating at times and slow but we you put it all together it can be awesome

[@waynesammyswingle6107]

Spot on! Watching is much more useful than just being told. You couldn't have said it any better.

[@kenappleby8481]

Another good one, thanks! Not only is it good to see you catch the fish, but have you describe what/how you're doing it. Excited for the content you have coming down the pipeline!

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks 👍

[@ferg4847]

Great info....thanks for the actual footage instead of just talking!!! Looking forward to the next videos. 👍🏾

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

You got it!

[@sleetherookie2929]

Action speaks louder then words. Keep em videos coming and I agree with you on showing then rather just telling.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I'll keep em coming

[@DubH46]

You nailed the reason I subbed to your channel. I want to see how you catch fish. I've followed you for years and know you can go anywhere and catch fish. I want to see how. Great info, and thanks for these.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Glad to hear sometimes KZbin can be rough and it doesn't feel that people want to watch certain things but I'm still learning.

[@ronvealefishing5650]

I like the way you explain everything and then show it in the video. Keep it up

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks

[@tlaprariefishing6941]

Awesome video this is my absolute favorite way to catch them keep them coming i learn something from every video

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks! Will do!

[@joffrechampagne7908]

Just in case you were wondering if your past drops are relevant. This is an area I want to get at, so I'm doing some homework- thanks again for this drop 😊

[@fishwithoutfear8970]

This is awesome advice. As a guy who doesn't flip grass very often I'm not totally sure where to begin, but this helps a lot.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Just keep doing it you'll start to figure it out

[@jb1973_outdoors]

Started following you since you were on Scott Martin channel for a season. Enjoy your content and how down to earth you are. Big fan. Keep it up and best of luck!!

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thank you

[@kendalllunsford775]

Great stuff....... Dropping jigs is not something I get to do very often........ but loved this how to.... I would have been trying it with a punch rod....... so this gave me a much better understanding of gear needed........ Thanks for sharing...... I love how you do it your way.... Keeps it real

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks 👍

[@basschaser9356]

Perfect video at the right time for me. I just bought me a flipping rod dobyns dx746

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Good luck, let me know

[@basschaser9356]

@@toddcastledinefishing5924 thanks for all the tips . I found your channel very helpful and help me gain alot of confidence in a few of my local tournament here in Minnesota. Actually took 1st place last month fishing shallow

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

@@basschaser9356 awesome

[@mikeymedina93]

This is a very underrated video Good stuff

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thank you

[@NFFishing1]

You’re doing a great job on the videos bud. I like the fact you talk about it then demonstrate it. Three types of learners in the world people who need to hear it, see it or do it. You are hitting two. Also love my Lews/falcon setup. Best you can buy in my opinion. I have a few cara’s, low riders and the bulk of mine are bucoo rods. Favorite Lews reels are tournament mb.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

NICE!!!!!!!

[@keptoutsideproductions]

Another Killer Video!!! Really enjoy that I learn a little something or pick up a few tips on every video you Lay Out!! Keep Killing It!!

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thank you

[@jeepslivin]

Yes i pick up alot WA ching. But i like the explanation of why and how you are doing what what your doing. I e. Why you chose the area, why you chose the bait, fishing it sliw/fast/swimming it/soaking it, etc. Give the tutorial while your doung it. Love your down to earth fishing style

[@1_of_4]

Awesome video and information. Thank you definitely needed this.

[@flippingwith65poundbraidpu86]

I like your videos you tell it how it is there is no jacken around you get to the point

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks

[@jerryh3302]

Excellent info as always. Keep up the great work Todd.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks, will do!

[@DRDROP-fj4bo]

Made me think about back in the 80's at Rayburn, when we were pitching 1oz Bk-Blu-purple Stanley jigs and craw worm trailer in acres of matted hydrilla out to 18-20ft. Your Bud Jason is a hoot. Lol Reminds me of me and my buds having fun. I use FX2 and will try the Plasma. Good video.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Trust me on the Plasma it will blow your mind how good it is.

[@cooksoutdooradventures3908]

Thanks for this video. We got some decent grass growing on Stillhouse Hollow and this is a technique I need to get good at!

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Good luck!

[@OmarmDiaz-v9e]

When you have the opportunity you can check the branches, how they are hit from below the water, if you are observant and see strange abnormal movements, blows on the branches, they are big bass. I have already verified it several times.

[@Pededededelm]

Using that same jig and setup out here in Cali. Best grass jig for me and it’s pretty damn cheap too.

[@mackmcbride4345]

Great video man! I learn something from almost every single one of your vids! Keep em coming boss

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks! Will do!

[@brucer9409]

I guess at 5'6" I'm not gonna catch any fish with a 7'5" with the tip submerged 6" into the water. A 7'0 ft Heavy does me fine, and I catch plenty!!! I'm aware of the advantages of longer rods - most of my spinning rods are 7'4 - 7'6, but tip down applications just a bit too much to adapt not working down to make those pitches close to the water for a soft entry! Great video, and good explanations!

[@joecontinetti6594]

Please - more of this! Great stuff!

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks, will do!

[@scottclark1168]

Great video and love Falcon rods,I dont get to punch or flip grass hardly ever,not much of it around here got some lakes with pads,love how you break it down plus show clips of how your doing it

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks 👍

[@NuteDobbs]

Keep doing what your doing man. Super good content.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Appreciate it!

[@garylukas3476]

I love the channel always watch. Nice rod. Nce reel , only problem is the handle is on the wrong side. Lol !! Thanks Todd .More of talking videos with you and the boys. Need that funny informative content.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Its coming soon

[@russcoulter3836]

I love a jig bite. I throw black and blue with a green pump rage menace. And in a guy the does the whole chartreuse tips lol. Keep it up brother. Love the vids

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I love the black and blue/ green pumpkin trailer. Black and amber combo with that trailer is my favorite that no one talks about.

[@russcoulter3836]

@@toddcastledinefishing5924 I will have to give it a try. Really want to get a smallie on a jig. Never have. Skiatook lake in Oklahoma is where I fish alot.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Just throw a smaller profile jig for smallies

[@russcoulter3836]

@@toddcastledinefishing5924 alrighty. I'm going to skiatook in the am. Hopefully I whack a big one on the jig or buzz bait. Tight line my man thank you for your input

[@Bullhauler003]

I totally agree with watchin you vs you just telling us how to do it. No different than watching a professional golfers swing or a major league pitcher watch there technique and integrate what works into your fishing, swing, or pitch.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Exactly, you'd be surprised how many people don't get that.

[@taurus772100]

Great content TC.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks man any time

[@RedXCross1]

Really good content as usual , it DO make a difference!

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Glad to hear it!

[@jaredkemperfishing]

Excellent job Todd, always enjoy your vids and "showing" what your doing! Ive watched from the beginning....keep up the good work! When you gonna come see me at Lake Cumberland? 😁

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks, will do! Hopefully soon I love that place.

[@jaredkemperfishing]

@@toddcastledinefishing5924 look forward to having you down. It's been slow lately bc of the heat but I'm getting my boat back from the shop later this week to go after some!!

[@bottomlinebassin2001]

Solid work man appreciate it!🐟👊🏼

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

You bet

[@jamiehartzell5286]

Great video great information

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Glad it was helpful!

[@keithshepherd4146]

Jason is a fool love it know wonder you like fishing with him ps great info

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Yea he is, and thanks

[@Austin500MD]

thanks for the informative videos man!

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

You bet!

[@jimbo0411]

Thanks man, my local lake has a ton of hydrilla and thick grass this year. Seems this hot weather they lay in the bottom out deep in the stuff. Always have questions cause i end up running a swim jig through it.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I'd rather throw a swim jig, but I agree when its hot like this gotta go punch through it.

[@markmpolizzi3605]

Jason "2 Tall" Bonds! He is a hammer.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Yea he's alright. LOLOLOL

[@JesusFreakLive]

Greatness Sir !

[@masonlott8769]

One of my favorite things to do!Folks that don't use a Lews and Sunline are missing out .... I mean do they even make any other line or reels than those?? Can't speak on the Falcon rods but heard lots of good about em

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

That Superduty is a machine, but if people haven't figured out the plasma braid they are missing out.

[@RobbyRadford]

My only question is, and I’m not sure what month you filmed this, but, did you work the thicker grass first, then to sparser grass, shallow to deep? Or did you know of a drain, or something different near where y’all were flipping to put y’all there on them. BTW, I do appreciate honesty about rods and reels..because I’m the same way.....when I find a combo for a certain application that works, I tend to keep it..

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I filmed it couple of days ago. The grass isn't growing like it usually does so it wasn't as thick. We got some bites and kept searching around trying different stuff. We came back 2 hours later and caught them even better. It just so happened that's where they wanted to be. No drain just a flat.

[@RobbyRadford]

Thanks man! Just curious

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

@@RobbyRadford no problem

[@RyanMichael-d2r]

I got lost at the super duty 300. I can flip on a 73xh expride with a 5.3oz steez ct sv that fits 50 yards of cortland 50lb silent flip braid. With a 100mm handle the reel is almost have of what the super duty is. If you tie and keep the knot there’s no reason to not expect 50 yards of silent flip braid to last a season. For flipping, and thus as stated not breaking off why do I need more than 50 yards of line when I pitch 15-18 yards? Granted the drag is a little stronger but if you’re slipping on 11lbs of drag you just put your thumb on it. What am I missing ?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

A lot You must have a lot more money than me becuase I don’t keep a reel on one rod all year. That will come off of that rod and go to another with a frog on it or anything else. Two, my super duty looks old becuase it is, they last forever. What good is a reel no matter how much you pay for it that won’t last. Three, I brake reels all the time with braid for many reasons, I can’t break this one. You gave a lot of technical things that you read out of a brochure, I don’t do that. I have 100s of videos on these reels and zero videos on technical terms. I don’t care what a brochure says I care how it performs.

[@ship4427]

Thanks for the knowledge

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

You bet!

[@reellionproductions5780]

When would use flipping his vs swim jigs

[@joegrande4848]

Hey Todd, I see on the rods it has a lure capacity of 3/4 on my medium heavy rod wouldn't I have issues with my fishing pole if I put 1 1/4 ounce jig?

[@andrewalkhazshvilly2238]

Todd the new Cara super duty is 8 foot. Which Cara would work for this application with braid?? Looking to flip 1oz weight into grass/sparse pads

[@clydeglenn]

Really wish you would have a guy like Tim Reneau on to talk about fishing grass.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thats funny.

[@checkthafeedctfx3244]

I’ve went down to a shorter “74” rod for flippin!!.. it has benefits the pros out weight the cons the ONLY thing i dont like is my swing weight!!

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I hear ya, I do like a 7'4 to 7'5 over a 10 hour day of flipping, a longer rod can be work

[@keithhudson5000]

Great video, do you always use braid for all your jig fishing? Do you use fluoro or braid to fluoro for any jig fishing? Thanks

[@tinman6514]

Always cool to see a big hook-set on bass in vegetation... Interesting how the guys who know what makes grass fishing go don’t disclose much about specific locations within “the grass...” It’s mostly specific tackle companies and fish catches. If you want to get good at grass fishing, spend all your time reading it, fishing it, and the lightbulb will go off... Most of the bass, especially the bigger ones, are in 5-10% or < of the grass; location, location, location. Actually catching them is quite easy once you find them and typically several baits will maximize the spot. If you’re struggling reading grass and locating fish, watch Seth Feider’s videos, as he discloses the juice. Peace ~

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

True true true, but no matter what I say you gotta learn what you said on your own. You have to see it and then figure it out.

[@hookfynn82]

you ever put the menace on as a trailer instead? seems like it will do the same thing/action as that rage bug and keeps it even more compact. or does the rage bug give you the bulk your looking for as well?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I just think rage bug gives more action than the menace. However, like you said if the difference is so little you gotta put something on and I'm not a guy on things of that nature to mean that much to worry. Now other things yes, and I think the Rage craw compared to either is a big difference.

[@richarddemello4648]

There is nothing wrong with using old rods. I still use my Fenwick "Flippin Stick" its over 40 years old, replaced guides, on my third or fourth reel on it, I just love it for heavy mat fishing with 1 1/2 or heavier weights.

[@MJ_Bass]

If you love a rod, zero reason to change.

[@davidculbert9892]

Hi Todd would you tell me what you think about my set up good or bad I’m always trying to improve i use quantum smoke bait caster with st.croix mojo 6’6” and quantum Exo with mojo yak 7’ with power pro braid thanks David from Michigan

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I think you gotta get a longer rod and next time your out check out that plasma braid you will never go back. Don't know about the quantum smoke just make sure its a high speed reel.

[@eamonhenning745]

Absolute hammer

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thank ya

[@areddfishing7473]

Also another about your said reel size.....? Can you explain because gear ratio is how fast it picks up line. Just because half the line is out it doesn’t change with how fast the reel spins to pick up line or am I missing something?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Yes but more line is more surface area which means that the reel will pick up line faster with more line on there.

[@chadthompson3266]

@@toddcastledinefishing5924 i

[@Twangtown7]

You should do a vid where you put a camera under water under some mats....facing upward, and fishing a frog. So when can see how it looks from a bass' perspective. Make sure it's a sunny day. That'd be sweet.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thats crazy that you mentioned this. I'm working on a 3 part series over the frog and that will be on it.

[@Twangtown7]

@@toddcastledinefishing5924 Dude that'll be the greatest video ever. I don't think people realize how well the bass can see the silhouette of a frog on matted vegetation, especially when the sun is high.

[@Twangtown7]

@@toddcastledinefishing5924 I rarely hit the notification bell on channels. I just hit yours so I don't miss this shit.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

@@Twangtown7 I'll work on that video extra hard to make it as good as possible

[@dennisedgar3546]

Todd was y’all on Rayburn when y’all made the video

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

no

[@dennisedgar3546]

Todd Castledine Fishing Just wondering if you could give me a little info on Sam Rayburn We flipped grass all day long yesterday and never got a bit Just wondering what we were doing wrong

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Its Rayburn that place is on another level hard right now I don't think you did anything wrong.

[@Jcestanley]

Great vid, I’ve been really working on jig fishing. You use spotlock on your holes or try drifting grass? I guess that also leads to how deep are you fishing?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

No, usually you want it calm so you can keep the trolling motor low, plus your trying to move around and cover water.

[@Tom-lo5rw]

Todd, great video. Do you ever flip with plastic worms or do you only flip with jigs?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I have before on Toledo, and back in the day on Rayburn. It can make a difference but its really when the bite is on and there's been a bunch of pressure.

[@bobbyswain7049]

All ive ever used is mostly Falcon.......I have several that are 10 plus years old.......cant beat em in my opinion

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

They have proven themselves for years.

[@Unknownuser_1954]

Do you keep the screw loc on the hack attack or cut it off??

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I don't believe the jig has a screw lock on it.

[@daveversion2.2]

Does the actual ratio change with less line or the ‘inches per turn’ instead? Same result right?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

no it does affect the ratio with less line

[@jamessipes122]

Gear ratio is set by the gears and thus does not change with line fill. The amount of line pick up is changed by the spool diameter. More line, bigger diameter, more pickup per spool turn 18:09

[@skeeter185]

Do y’all ever thin out the weed guard for your grass jigs?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I'd have to look at some of the old ones. The new ones don't bother me so I'm not completely sure.

[@taylorumland3674]

Do you see a major difference flipping with the jig over a punch skirt Texas rig?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I just like the jig I never lose them on it.

[@zacharynaranjo1481]

Does the length of the rod play a huge roll? I’m going to be fishing from a kayak and have a 7’6 extra heavy. Or is it more a preference thing

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Its a preference thing, I would worry about the length if the rod is the right rod to flip.

[@zacharynaranjo1481]

I have a McCain pitchin and flippin stick

[@chedburton3953]

Todd just a suggestion that will help idiots like me. Could you list your equipment n the description? Just a thought. Thanks. Love the no nonsense way of instruction.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I'm working on that, I've done it a couple of times but will try and start it back up again.

[@areddfishing7473]

Ok Two questions 1. Are you flipping super thick grass like on the Potomac if you been there where it just looks like fields of hydrilla 2- is it more productive to move off and find that more sparse grass and flip that jig around?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

sometimes we are fishing the fields of Hydrilla and this was a mix of sparse and thick. For some reason they were on the sparse stuff. The grass is growing different this year on that lake so we kinda had to figure it out. I love fishing the sparse stuff when they are in it because you can call your shot better and it visually easier to spot.

[@areddfishing7473]

@@toddcastledinefishing5924 ok so sometimes you some what using the jig to punch?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

@@areddfishing7473 No we always use the jig to punch. If its really sparse I'll just throw a big worm.

[@roycrush2325]

Weightless wacky rigs are always killer over that grass.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

ok

Thumbs up my friend 💯👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks

[@jasonbeary8427]

Why do you jig fish the grass instead of texas rigged soft plastics?

[@rickstrawn6591]

How deep is the water their?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

7 to 8 foot

[@Milaisgreat]

@@toddcastledinefishing5924 Hi Todd , any idea when Falcon is going to release the new Caras and are they made here or in china , i would like to get a couple of your favorites , your videos are awsome , i learnt alot from you , thanks , John from Cape Cod , Massachusettes

[@ericv239]

How long was this rod?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

7’5

[@ericv239]

Todd Castledine Fishing Thank you, I just subscribed to you

[@nightfrighttalkshow]

🤔👉 you need to show us where you are casting? I don't want to look at your back side lol. Other than that great big bass.

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I'll try I gotta admit I hate the chesty, plus I hit it all the time on the hook set especially flipping.

[@jms2392]

What glasses are you wearing?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Costa Tuna Alleys, Silver Sunrise lens

[@frankmitchumfishing]

You did nt mention the length of the rod. Seems like u got caught of with marketing the brand and u got side track. The setup Rod/length/size, Reel/Ratio, Line size/braid/mono/flouro, Bait/jig/weight size. I enjoy your videos though..

[@bamadondon0495]

Bro I really learn shit from your videos. Sorry but I'm just being real. It's not about hey look what I got this how much it cost an u actually use average Joe gear and could have way more exspensive stuff for free. I think that's dope too. But keep on keeping on I really do learn..

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Thanks man that means a lot. I still fish the weekend stuff with everybody else, I'm just a tournament junkie and I don't do well with the upperclass. LOL

[@Shiloh3498]

You’ll keep your braid on all year…? I leave braid on 5-10 years. 💁🏻‍♂️

[@spaceman61]

what you call flippin I call pitchin

[@jamessipes122]

They are pitching, not flipping 18:09

[@markbenn1907]

Bought 2 flipping jigs and then was like shit Idek how to fish these

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

I hope this helped

[@dajahvue]

Your buddy one of those guys that says I TOLD YOU alot. Annoying asf

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

He was joking, he actually does things like that because he's making fun of people who do that. Thats why it was so obvious.

[@jacksonrogers9598]

What’s up can I get a shoutout ?

[@toddcastledinefishing5924]

Shoutout!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jacksonrogers9598]

Todd Castledine Fishing I love your videos, you teach so much! You need to come to Louisiana and do some fishing!!