5 Mistakes Bass Fishing Senkos (2X Your Fish Catches)

[@carlosmadera8920]

just started fishing this year. heard all the talk about senkos but never fished em right. I watched this video and sh*t you not, the very next day i caught what was close to a five pounder (4.17lb) smallmouth for my first fish ever on a senko. Thank you dude! the future is bright :D

[@joeyd7728]

Same bro! This video helped a ton!

[@DarrenLandon]

Great video! I’ve been using these Senko techniques for years and JB is spot on. I was fortunate to have learned them, but it took a lot of trial and error.

[@KrakenBass]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@boycemulder1160]

Awesome video J B. Thanks!!!

[@KrakenBass]

Thank you did you recognize any of those clips 💪🏼

[@Killoer]

As kid, I remember hearing stories of my cousin learning about a new technique from locals - turned out to be a wacky rigged senko with a bobber. First time trying a pack of watermelon white laminate senkos, ran through a whole pack with 15+ Bass within 2 hours. It really opened the deep rabbit hole for Bass Fishing, and 10+ years later, still is the ol reliable. Any time I need to get a bite (or even get someone on one), I reach for a senko. Definitely will check these tips out to up the game

[@DEADKING624]

#1 - technique is called dead sticking #2 - color is a factor based on sun light penetration and forage base #3 - fish the senko mixed in with other techniques and when you miss a top water bite throw the senko back in there #4 - hooks vary but use what works not what looks good…circle hooks seem to be reel good wacky VMC wacky hook is deadly #5 - we use 20lb braid with 12 lb fluorocarbon on spinning gear and muscle the fish 🐟 in 🎣 Great tips thanx for the vid ❤🎉❤

[@Goz86]

Thanks for the summary 👍

[@austinhardy1234]

How long of a leader do you use with the flouro? I’m new and I spooled my whole rig with flouro and I’m regretting it I think haha

[@DEADKING624]

@@austinhardy1234 3 foot leader with bait 6 to 12 inches from bottom or sinker

[@Pussmash]

​​​​@@austinhardy1234 I spool my base with mono (you can do braid, but you want rubber backing so it doesn't ever slip) then attach the rest of my spool with 20 lb braid, then I only put like a 2ft leader with fluoro or mono depending on what I'm doing. If you're in muddy water, just use palomar knot and tie straight to the hook/lure. The bass aren't stupid, but if your braid color isnt way standoff-ish, you'll be fine without a leader. Get good with palomar knot (super, super easy) and double uni, and you'll be tying leaders and braid fast as hell in no time.

[@lrac7751]

Senkos came out before you tube, it took a long time to figure out how to use correctly, and it was by accident. I set my rod down to do something, and probably 30 seconds on the bottom before a biggun picked it up. Lesson learned! Also noticed that it pays to change hooks if they won’t bite, a 3 aught ewg might give it the perfect wiggle on the way down, but the next day it’s gotta be something different

[@MikeGreenOutdoors]

Excellent video and great tips. I'm a work in progress when it comes to the Senko.... I'm just not patient enough.

[@tmwtv_]

What do you mean dude? Senko's are quite literally the staple of bass fishing. Are you even catching bass if you're not throwing a senko? Requires zero patience at all, they will quite literally hit that thing as it drops to the bottom.

[@brandonbarnes8997]

You also gotta make sure your where the fish are. Also consider season and time of day. I know all the spots and sometimes them mf just don't wanna bite.

[@cgandy2]

Great content! I use 8# braid but with a 4 foot fluoro leader. I agree that the braid itself is seen too much so I found I get a lot more hookups with the fluorocarbon leader.

[@bigguyvanilla]

Tried senkos today since spawn earlier this year. Idk why I think I'm always doing it wrong but after watching this all I did was put on the wrong hook lol. Thanks for the video. Today I caught 4 decent size bass especially for being midday on a 90 summer day in ohio. Appreciate the vid. Thank you again brother

[@Nflguy4949]

I started fishing with senkos during covid. The youtubers i watched used 4.0 size EWG hooks. So i have been using that hook to texas rig and wacky rig senkos and have caught lots of bass.

[@fernandosantiago8451]

Great video! Thanks for taking the time to make it.

[@tightknotsfishing9334]

Great tips and thank you for sharing. Owner Twist Locks and the Gamakatsu thin diameter EWGs (red ones) are my two go-to hooks for most all soft plastics.

[@domenicmaiani3795]

Awesome video, thanks for the great tips... funny how common sense is uncommon (yea, I'm guilty of that!) with colors and braided line! I'm on my way to pick up some fluorocarbon now! This video 'hooked' me, I've subscribed and will be watching other videos while I change my line! BTW, thanks for the color selection chart! Dom

[@MrNiceGuy_6989]

Ya know, I've watched a few videos on how to fish senkos. But, this guy explains it the best. I'm gonna go catch some bass on senkos now, thanks! 😁😆✌️

[@stewartbrown5229]

Never had any luck with a senko even though I know it's supposed to work. Can't wait to try the color chart to see if that helps.

[@BlueCheezz]

@@stewartbrown5229 cant beat a green senko

[@rogerglasco5941]

Great video. I agree with you 100%. Great job.

[@odindio]

Agree with everything except line choice. I fish them near or in cover. I have break offs even with 18 lb braid, so that my minimum for line strength. And braid helps me cast far enough to get near the cover.

[@angelcintron2122]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise. I now have the right methods for a great presentation. Take care and stay safe Brother.

[@tcrouch51322]

Thanks man! I’m a self taught fisherman for a few years now and I’ve caught maybe 10 bass total. All tips are welcome. I believe I’ve been just working them baits too fast !! Like you said I’m doing what I see on KZbin haha

[@Mikeplantefishing]

Awesome video man. A lot of good info

[@benjaminhawthorne1969]

Thank you for this EXCELLENT information regarding fishing SENKO baits. 😊 I am excited to try my luck with them! 😬

[@guypoirier6138]

Un gros merci! Very helpful, now if I can only keep the senko from being stolen by smaller fish!!

[@RedbansMom69]

As a beginner, this might be the first time I've watched a "tips/tricks" video (I've watched a lot) and realized I'm doing everything right already. Great feeling

[@Southwest.Angling]

Twist lock hooks are a nice tip, will be swapping to that 👍

[@KrakenBass]

Yes they are!

[@xekis]

I've caught more bass on senko style baits than anything. They will hit on the drop, always super fun, but I've also had a lot of hits slowly dragging the bait along the bottom Texas rigged. In clear water you can see them hanging around and following it until they can't stand it anymore.

[@thedetailsaredark1607]

Same I never really even bought into it for the longest. Im 40 btw, n when me n my friend were younger, he started using them. Yamamoto specifically seems to be the one of the best. I think it’s how soft they are and the color assortment. Just kinda expensive for what they are. They def catch fish. I noticed as well as this guy, using it weightless is absolutely the best. You get a weedless and fish it anywhere. Just know making it weedless will allow you to lose a fish or two here n there

[@collinmc90]

Solid video. Still working out my senko set up. I did get my first smally with a drop shot the other day, texas rigged with a green pumpkin 5" worm.

[@franksur4438]

go wacky rig & u will never need to use another set up

[@collinmc90]

@@franksur4438 ya know thats the one rig I haven't really given an honest chance yet. I'll try it out for sure.

[@chriscasterbassmaster]

I am here at Devil Creek resivoir. I watched your video here, bro. I will try the senko today. Usually, i use a gig or spinner. Thanks, krakenator.😂

[@BrookKnotts]

Great fish information! Please get a rubber net when landing Bass. The road rash will create areas for fungus to grow that will kill the Bass several week later. Thanks for shearing this info, Fish Farmer,

[@KrakenBass]

Good to know. Thanks!

[@oOAESTHETIKOo]

You can see the amount of respect he has for game fish in the background of this video..

[@chip6954]

45 yrs of fishing/ice fishing has taught me that outside of a few general environmental truisms (weather, water temp, etc), fish will eat what they want, when they want, regardless of the color, size, line, time of day, you name it. I can't count how many times I've caught sub-18" rainbows and brownies on a pike line with a 50# mono or black wire leader pulling a #5 Blue Fox spinner, regardless of color, or the black crappie I caught last year on a Texas rig pulled by straight 50# braid, or the success of using a Ned rig when ice fishing. Appreciate the video, truly do, but there is no authoritative way to fish a Senko...

[@Pussmash]

The only authoritative way to fish a senko is fishing it slow

[@Jason_Voorhees.]

2:44 start of the first tip

[@colonelgofish]

I catch a lot of fish on a senko. Green pumpkin with red or black flake works for me in dark green water. Visibility about a foot sometimes not that. TVA lake. Old Hickory in TN.

[@RandyMangumTannerMangum_611]

Great tips! Agree with each of your pointers! Also these are great baits for kids! Keep them from snagging up every cast!

[@KrakenBass]

For sure!

[@nigelthornberry007]

My dad had a bbq restaurant in Page! We probably spent time together on Powell and didn’t even know it!

[@bruceesterline3170]

From Texas rigged to wacky rigged they work. Thank you Gary Yamamoto 👍

[@jasonmatheney9425]

Ironically I think my issue was every since I switch to Spyder wire! Going to switch back and see if I can increase my luck!

[@victorycigarettes]

When the current picks up, I like to give the senko some action by slow twitching the rod tip, making the senko levitate and resist against the current. I do this with all weightless Yamamoto baits.

[@pogo9162]

I use a Ned rig wacky jig head when the wind picks up. It’ll get it to fall with the same effect

[@victorycigarettes]

@@pogo9162 I’ve gotta try this.

[@spags2435]

That tank behind you is WAY too tiny for that bass.

[@funkehouse]

Seriously ,that is just cruel

[@vexityvfx]

i noticed that too

[@Steve-ev6vx]

That's pretty messed up, I didn't even notice!

[@MOcamping1212]

​@@Steve-ev6vxmaybe he is holding it for a tournament lol

[@egomaniac247]

Agreed, c'mon man don't leave that size fish in that aquarium. That's torture.

[@BostonDonDaDaShark88]

Ready I got everyone for real real! 😅😂 The best senko for dirt or clean water is 1 color well 2 RED AND black shad color smallmouth largies even strippers one caught crazy for them I have tried other colors but that's the juice 😜

[@pequenioedgarito3067]

10:44 not sure about not using braid line for senko. I do braid to fluoro leader line and its fire. That suggestion came from Roland Martin and I dont use anything else for the senko set up. I get super sensivitity on a medium fast casting rod.

[@caseymcCall-ju1um]

great video helps a ton

[@tru49er4life]

Damn your pops played you 😂 like imma catch these bad boys and let my young boy figure it out. That’s crazy but I love it lessened learned!

[@deangelomarcuslewis4161]

Trying to find your color chart but I can't find it. I used these for the 1st time and on my vert first cast pulled out a monster. Now I'm going to buy a bunch off amazon

[@malibujoe01]

Awesome video you speak the truth sir

[@KrakenBass]

I appreciate that

[@OilfieldAngler]

Thanks for the tips. Subscribed

[@randayho]

great info!! i've been fishing senkos for years and had great success, however your tips might make fishing with them even better. i've always used texas-rig weightless on a 3/0 EWG Gamakatsu hook, thrown it out and let it sink!! have never done much with a wacky rig but I might try it now. i've always used moss green colored braided line, most of the water I fish isn't clear anyway. what do you think about the 5 inch senkos with the different colored tips, like the Cinnamon/Purple Flake/Methiolate or the Black Blue Flake Blue Tail? They have been great for me!

[@Thebankfisher]

Senko stick worms are for weightless use ...if you need to add weight then use a speed worm and 1/16-1/8oz bullet weight....

[@CONNECT-plays]

just went on a 6 hour fishing trip today only using a senko... i did EVERYTHING wrong like using a bobber so it doesnt sink all the way and i was reeling in slowly not letting it fall

[@KrakenBass]

Glad you found this helpful.

[@indybob770]

From my experience (abounds weird) match your senko to the color of the water. Clear water, used translucent green merit water use green. Green pumpkin is one of the best colors at least in Indy.

[@ronmatson5502]

My senko bits consist of not even getting to hit the ground on the first fall,then I can work it as slow as ever or whatever unless it's on the initial drop,they donr care for me.

[@jasonlopez4855]

My son uses florocarben and told me to switch to it because I like monofilament line I would get more fish🤔 one day he was getting more fish then me but 3 day's later I got more fish. I told him I've seen two different people with the same bait rigs and one will cach one one not but next time will be different out come. Me and my friend was catfishing on a lake and using the same bait but I was the only one getting fish back in the 80's only thing was monofilaments to fish with. Just thinking about what my son told me he's 25 years old now and I told him what ever works for you use it and have fun fishing. I like the floating with the monofilament lines.

[@BostonDonDaDaShark88]

I already knew and do this let it fall wait and usually I get on! Twitch a tiny bit or I tap the rod a little bite jiggling it😂😅

[@davidbrown5557]

Great video I just have one question please reply is that a largemouth bass in a 20 gallon fish aquarium in your background😢😢😢

[@manuelquelle9915]

Yo you beat me to it. Homie can’t even turn around in there 😢 😂

[@davidbrown5557]

I can't believe I didn't get a response maybe it was a billy bass in there LMAO

[@manuelquelle9915]

@@davidbrown5557 ☠️🤣

[@Fish_and_broue]

Really helpful 👌🏻

[@blairhale4777]

Love your videos and training. Do you ever backup your fluorocarbon line with braided line? If not, why not?

[@KrakenBass]

Thanks. Yes I do!

[@richardkeller6940]

Great tips thanks. Can you do a video on night fishing for bass?

[@bruceheddinger1592]

Where do you get the clear o rings

[@jamescole3524]

you have to catch 10s of thousands of bass to know that...great video

[@TheRookieRancher]

When it comes to line, do yourselves a favor and use P-Line copolymer line.

[@unclesam7660]

Top content

[@pollutedent4880]

Great tips!! One question... if the bass can notice the difference between monofilament and fluorocarbon, how can they not notice an exposed hook? Which brings me to another question.. are there certain color hooks to use for different water clarity?

[@4_seam819]

How do I know when my worm has hit the bottom? I just open my bail and release line but I’m not sure if that’s the right way to do it

[@alabamacowboy]

you can use colored line with a leader

[@Jackisback31645426]

Flurocarbon line is overrated. Every time I give it a chance, it ends up having spool memory right off the bat. Can't stand the stuff. People are obsessed with the "invisibility" of flurocarbon. It has never made a difference in my lake in Canada, even in very clear water conditions.

[@PaladinJSR]

I just use it as a 3ft leader

[@antoniosapia3372]

It's good on braid for a leader.. that's about it.

[@Woefman911]

Agreed, think its an industry scam, that caused a mind f*** on people.

[@Woefman911]

You should do the math on it sometime....i did. Pros recommend changing every outing. Even if only used 50 yards on reels do the math you will freak if you bring 6 plus rods with you and fish every week for 40 weeks

[@slamin.salmon]

3-4 foot leader

[@stephenzeppenfeldt221]

Awesome 👏

[@GRILLBUOY101]

i hut custom stickbait the guy lets u choose theceeight if salt gir a faster ir slower fall rate

[@Richard-nr6qo]

Good video. Ty!!

[@KrakenBass]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stokedbeachbum]

Do you have a bait color chart for saltwater?

[@MrRashad776]

I have been 🎣 rivers it is harder than lakes or ponds but I have had more success with stick baits over all others.

[@DomenicLombardi-b1g]

What brand is that baby bass colored worm. It’s no a senko, thank you

[@ArtemzBuildz]

Anybody got any tips for me. Recently fishing a murky brown pond. Usually catch 1 or 2 fish a day. There active but don’t bite a lot. Anyone got tips for any lures and tips. Thanks ❤

[@howardpfister9907]

So you’re saying you have to have all of the colors to catch bass 😮

[@R-Lee-]

Video starts at 2:48

[@FiciousCritik]

I can't find a 5" _AYU_ Senko; I searched. I don't remember ever seeing one.

[@justenn9949]

lol so I’m doing everything wrong… at least there’s room for improvements!

[@bobbyhempel1513]

The biggest mistake is spending all that money on the big-name brands like Gary Yamamoto and Googan. I have done a lot of comparing and the Ozark trails brand from Walmart works far better than either of the two aforementioned brands. Put one on a Texas rig throw it in and when a bass sees it it will hit it you don't really have to do much special with it to catch fish. Oh and you can also catch multiple fish on one worm and like the other two aforementioned brands.

[@markdyer3718]

I've been watching your videos you do a great job. My future son in law are looking at doing a KZbin thing. If you could toss some help or advise are way that would be greatly appreciated. We are looking for the way and how to go about it. We both love to fish and the outdoors. Thanks

[@KrakenBass]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@KrakenBass]

Send me a message through my website 🤙🏼

[@markdyer3718]

@KrakenBass HI. I hope you're having a great day. I'm 46 and have fished since I was 6. My future son in-law has got the itch to. We love the sport and want to help pass it on. But are not set-up nor know what to do. My step daughter and her mother have been telling him and I to do this for the past 2 years. We want to try and teach kids and people. But want to focus on the fun part of I believe. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you for replying back. Keep fishing and keep making memories that's what fishing is. Thanks again

[@chadroberts7866]

Went fishing today multiple spots and pertnear threw a lot of my go to secret weapons 😢

[@BlueCheezz]

where do you get your information from?

[@KrakenBass]

From experience as a guide. 🤙🏼

[@BlueCheezz]

@@KrakenBass okay thats cool but what your saying are "mistakes" is absolutely wrong an thats a fact. My favorite way to fish senkos is with a jig head an cause it will catch big fish evertime. I use a 3/0 weighted hook to fish wacky style witch you say is a mistake but your so wrong. There is no possible way you would say them 5 things are the wrong way to fish a senko if you actually tried to fish a senko them 5 ways because i did try all 5 ways you said is the wrong way to fish with senkos an all 5 ways had no problem catching bass sometimes better than the way you say to rig senkos. I cant find a bad way to fish a senko an ive tried so to me you saying "mistakes" is just flat out wrong an miss leading

[@MWDrone]

I can't get em to eat the sensor, I have more strikes on an all white fluke

[@Jelly4ishing_]

😮😮

[@tonyaneilson-pl4vd]

I bet you would do the same thing Michelle Hayes

[@herbkimrey496]

color chart

[@jdnagel7121]

That tank behind you is way to small for that bass dude

[@iLearnt-IT-on-You-Tubes]

I fish alot of dirty water and NEVER catch them on a senko. Wether thats on a t-rig, wacky, wacky shot, nadda...

[@Dusty.Does.it.]

Moving too fast. Calm it down and relax

[@skrilla20]

skill issue tbh

[@Carolinabiggins]

Use black worm and slow

[@Spoonypictures]

Are you sure theres fish where youre fishing the senko?

[@iLearnt-IT-on-You-Tubes]

@@Spoonypictures yes i have a couple spots i fish regularly that are good. I like trying new techniques and baits regularly and senko wacky is maybe the only one iv never caught one on

[@eddiejones974]

So your basically saying that the. Pros are fishing the senko. Wrong

[@williamlong7778]

Old schoo!! Pig and jig and senkos.throw a hula popper in for kicks

[@johnmccreary8063]

You remember Konami baits?

[@adrianjohnson3581]

free that damn bass😂😂

[@showmefish]

I have thousands in tackle. 99.9% of it sits in my garage. Lures are better at catching fishermen than fish. I now only fish two things. Yum Dingers in smoke/pearl with a dip and glo chartreuse tail weightless and T-rigged on a 4/0 EWG if I am in a lake. If I am on a river/creek/stream I fish Yum Hellgrammites on a Z-Man Finesse Bullet 1/15 oz. That's it. Never fail to catch fish.

[@jbshorter]

This video could have been 6 minutes shorter

[@abuahmedabdurrahmanalamree6122]

1:17 we ran out of them and we were anxious to get our hands on more sounds like you were talking about drugs there not about bait

[@KrakenBass]

Ha ha!

[@tmwtv_]

there is no "right" or "wrong" way to fish, if it lands the bass on the shore or the boat.

[@thefishingboysBrunson-gb3td]

The bass in the back needs a bigger tank that tank is way to small for that fish

[@KrakenBass]

Agreed. Time for an upgrade. Hoping to put a full little pond on the side of my house.

[@Kevin-gv4km]

Not trying to be rude but if you haven't yet, check your local laws on keeping native species as pets. Here In Indiana it's very illegal to keep any wildlife species captive without a special licence, especially gamefish. Hell we can't even catch shad and use them for bait at another spot besides right where we caught them.

[@hxrle.y_8522]

if im to 2x my catches on bass so hmm lets see.... 2 times 0 is hmmm... still 0 :(

[@IzzDoosk]

thank you for this information. super helpful 👍🫡

[@fififornow8031]

Fast forward 3 minutes, guys

[@Puffens_Adventures]

I'll be honest I have never had luck on a sanko idk ig I'm using it wrong

[@tomekkaminski4957]

Keep trying them man. Different locations and slow it down. You’ll be suprised how many times they get bit dead sticking. But almost always they get eaten off the bottom

[@robertsnowden8648]

You're rigging your O Ring incorrectly- Use 2 O Rings- Overlap them- then slide your hook under the X- not into the bait- + baits will last longer.....

[@rickvann3489]

To much filler... what are the main points. You didn't show a no.2 or no.3 octopus hook

[@mntlvo]

just use Rat L traps