NEKO RIG EXPLAINED - Bass Can't Resist This Technique!

The Neko Rig is one of the hottest techniques in bass fishing. John Crews, veteran professional bass angler and lure designer, explains the Neko Rig to you from start to finish. Listen to everything from what weights, hooks, line, rod, and more. John even walks you through casts and hook sets with this Neko Rig technique.
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[@williamhbonnie5514]

This neko rig is not just a finesse presentation either. If you fish waters with a good population of 4lbs + bass, dont be afraid to upsize everything. I have fished a 12" straight tail worm with quarter oz weight and 15 lbs flouro. Dont catch the numbers like the smaller version but it is a different look and catches quality size fish. Have a little patience and give it a try. Thanks for the info John. Anglers like you help us weekend anglers up our game.

[@firemandan5959]

I fished a 4.5 Quiver on a Neko rig 1/32 oz weight in 4 foot of water, light grass behind a couple of guys tonight and took a 5 plus on my second cast. Stayed on the bank behind this team and took 6 more keepers over the next 30 mins. At the weigh in tonight those guys became NEKO fishermen and 4.5 Quiver fans. Thanks for making such a great bait.

[@JohnCrews]

Hell yeah! Thanks for letting me know. 👊🏼

[@franktiboni8610]

I'm kinda new to all this, but just wanted to say thanks for your time in making your videos. The information you provide is priceless to me and look forward to trying some of your techniques..

[@Roboworm99]

Love this technique. Been throwing it for years. And the quiver has become my go to bait for this technique. Great Bait. Great Company

[@dennismoyer6696]

Your videos are the best. They are not just a fishing show, they are a tutorial on how to catch fish. You are very detailed on how to use lures and different methods of rigging.

[@theoriginalcraig]

If you use 2 o-rings crossed in an "X", your hook can easily be rigged perpendicular to the worm. Also, Mustad recently came out with wacky rig o-rings that have a tiny perpendicular loop on one side for you to put your hook through, so you can rig a perpendicular hook much more easily. Great video! Thank you! Can't wait to try it out!

[@joebee1459]

Quiver worm is my new favorite neko bait!!! Awesome job!

[@hammerz7723]

Well I know what I'm using this weekend cant wait 👍😁😁👍 thanks John awesome as usual

[@billsutorius2753]

Awesome video 👍🎣 I've watched it a few times now and I really learned a lot and I'm understanding what your saying. Thanks!!!

[@bcallisjr]

Great explanation my brother. Definitely going to try it. Thank you John.

[@dant8213]

I really love the new quiver worm! Those colors with the core shot are amazing too! Keep up the good work with Missle Baits and the great content too! Thanks for all you do with the Autism awareness too btw!

[@DiabloOutdoors]

That's a very good video. Thank you for that. One tip here. You can use two o-rings, crossed, so you can set the hook perpendicular.

[@gpharned]

Thanks for the neko tips. You are very technical in your tips. Very helpful. Won 2 firsts in central MO. a couple weekends ago and the neko played a part in those wins. I did miss a few hookups that would have helped. I'm going to try your hook suggestion. It is a winner for sure. Keep up the great videos and good luck this upcoming year. Thanks John.

[@mikegardiner3934]

Awesome overview John! I always look forward to your videos.

[@mattquinlan4629]

Ok, I give O Ringless a whirl🎣 never liked how that hook looked any way. Thanks for sharing your experiences. Good luck at Eufaula.

[@ryolor8933]

Tygggyggggggggggggggggi

[@theregoesone3225]

Caught them on a missile baits, the 48 with this technique also. Big spots and largemouth

[@stevesteve9202]

I don't like o-rings as well. I use short pieces of heat shrink tubing maybe 1/4" in width instead. Works much better for me. All the best.

[@dee8263]

Thanks for using correct pronunciation

[@bigc8018]

Great video. Logical, well laid out and to the point. Went out with a guide once who did a weightless Texas rigged Senko style plastic. Then on the opposite end, he'd put and 1/8th ounce style Neko type weight with a flat top to it. The theory being that when fishing into think buck brush, cane, etc. the momentum of the cast directs the bait further into the cover and not as apt to pendulum back out of the cover if it was just weightless. It allowed you to get further up into the cover weedlessly due to the direction of force. Thoughts?

[@JohnCrews]

Thanks man. I’d say they would both skip the same

[@bassnerd4918]

I had about an hour to fish the other day and I decided to try this technique. Caught a 2 and 21/2 lber right of the bat. I was always big on the shakey head for finesse fishing but I think this maybe my new favorite finesse technique.

[@JohnCrews]

Nice!

[@christianclair5159]

The Ned Bomb in Fishalicious and Sunfish IPA, finesse Carolina rigged on ultralight gear in MO creeks is lights out for smallmouth. The plastic is perfectly buoyant to give it a slow rise on the pause and they can’t stand it. 10 fish on one bait! Love Missile Baits!

[@WildBillHabiki]

I bought some Quiver 6.5s recently specifically for neko rigs but I haven't had a chance to use them yet thanks to the crazy rain in Central NC.

[@ethanm1580]

Awesome tutorial, I will be giving this a shot for sure.

[@guywithagoprofishingshow3011]

Good stuff John...got some Quivers and some VMC half moons but haven't dedicated much time to this presentation yet..

[@tonydulac4344]

I use an o ring all the time. But your right you will loose fish. The key to it is to bite plastic and not just go under the o ring. That way the hook stays put and isnt able to flop all over the place. Great content sir!

[@JohnCrews]

Good tip!

[@tonydulac4344]

@@JohnCrews love the new worm!

[@philbass5487]

Great stuff John, thanks. Possible hair jigs explained?

[@JohnCrews]

Will try. 👍🏼

[@maxhedley15]

Awesome video. Super thorough

[@brianfox1208]

Gonna try this technique, I recently purchased some Missle Baits Quiver 6.5 from you. I have been fishing them Texas rigged but gonna try the Neko rig due to heavy fishing pressure.

[@wadesteven4270]

That Sunline X-Plasma braid is the best braid I have ever fished.

[@JohnCrews]

For sure! 👊🏼

[@lesterreaper9696]

Thank you

[@jeffj3785]

Awesome info!

[@sonofafisherman743]

Great video thanks John 💯👍

[@DiabloOutdoors]

Not bad for someone who started fishing two months ago ;)

[@ericfoster6263]

Mr Crews What knot do you like to use on your braid to flourocarbon leader? Thank you Eric

[@jasonrutherfordbassfishing]

I’ll have to try your worm. Neko is my new go to, Yum dingers are absolute hammers for this technique, Senko’s and Berkeley generals work well too, but I’m always looking for subtle ways to improve my Neko game. Thanks for the video! Have you caught anything above a four pounder using it, I can’t crack 4lbs on the Neko? But a well full of 4 pounders at weigh-in will cash checks all day. Thanks!

[@charlessimmons2269]

I substitute a ZIP TIE for the rubber O-ring. It stays centered better

[@JohnCrews]

Good idea. Will have to try that one

[@flukeguru1]

I will try this neko rig the next time i go on the water. thanks flukeguru

[@charlessheid8362]

Can you go over blade baits? or maybe preacher jigs?? or how about swing heads??? I would love to hear about your opinion on these techniques.

[@JohnCrews]

Notes made! Thanks

[@Carl270263]

Hi John fantastic video, taught me a lot. (i have just purchased pretty much everything you mentioned ha ha) I have just got into dropshotting over in the uk fishing for perch, but i was advised to use a 1000 size reel, so i got the shimano vanford 1000 i also use 12lb braid and 8lb flouro leader but could you tell me why you use such a large reel as the 3000 is it just to get further casting distance Thanks Carl

[@jamesvibert3993]

Thanks for the great video! What size hook do you like fishing on the weedless stinger with the heavier weights/bigger worms? Also, do you use same rod for both size worms/weights just different line? Thanks

[@barrystephens900]

Love my Cashion Rods, I have 2 of the ICON Ned Rig rods along with 6 CASHION Bait Casting rods. What is your preferred rod for the regular wacky rig?

[@jlangri]

Talk to us about the Inu rig, have you tried it?

[@woefman9467]

Great Video John. I have that dropshot rod as well. Just watched KVD Neko video , you both rig same way. Im thinking both your guys ways might be better then what I was taught. Which is whole reason i was doing this search. Too many times when someone like yourself puts forth time and effort to help folks, someone tries to comment and steal thunder. I dont want to do that and would rather ask how did this techique come to light, like whats the back story...could you point me that direction for further research??? Thanks. I feel this technique is golden but im anal and wondering why so many rigging options, im gonna try your way. Just wish i had the back story with known facts i could research.

[@NorCalunknownAngler]

How many weights do you go through? Seems like that rig could be very costly

[@conorvaughan3510]

Is there a reason you use the drop shot hook instead of the stinger hook without the weed guard for the non-weedless/light version? Is it the bend of the hook?

[@Grannyknockers]

Not a huge fan of the presentation you get on a wacky worm, but man the neko rig is perfect for craw plastics. Closest thing to a real crawfish movement I've ever seen.

[@philipekdahl4881]

What brand pole is that? Thanks

[@noahmorgan828]

Caught a 8.52 on a neko last week fishing behind two boats in a tournament

[@rinkrat55]

Use 2 orings. Cross them over and put your hook where they cross. Allows for both positions.

[@JohnCrews]

I’ve tried it. Very wise idea. I just don’t like the ring or rings.

[@chadraper6418]

Which Cashion rod would you recommend for the neko and wacky rigs?

[@JohnCrews]

Drop Shot for Neko and micro Jig rod for wacky. That’s what I use

[@ballzybaits4414]

When people say pronouncing Neko as KneeKo doesn't make a difference...I kinda giggle. haha. In my native language, saying the word, "Deah" and "deah" has to totally different meaning. One means water the other means dog. haha. awesome video!

[@TX_Nupe]

RC you stated that you used 20ft fluro to braid. Is the fluro a leader where the knot goes thru the guides? If so, what knot do you use?

[@tegteg798]

Gt knot is the strongest out there.

[@JohnCrews]

FG is what I use and it’s great.

[@flukeguru1]

having trouble getting a balance with my baitcasting reels. I cannot seem to get the bait drop and stop when it hits the water. after that i use the magnets to stop the spool at the end. when I cast the spool still turns even when I set the magnet. can you give me dome idea how to correct this?

[@macking4942]

John. Just curious.. How do you stay in shape? Not being funny. Just been noticing now that im 43 standing for hrs at a time and fishing, i need to try and do some functional training. Thanks

[@steveborst9075]

What brand of nail weights are you using in this video?

[@JohnCrews]

Missile Baits Neko Weights. I designed them. 👍🏼

[@networkguy3152]

20’ leader? You do t have issues casting when the leader knot goes in your bail?

[@JohnCrews]

No problem for the FG knot

[@markburke390]

I Use that by my house.lol nobody catching nothing.i go down there and slay the bass everytime I go down there.its in a public park.way over pressured.ive also caught 2 nice flathead catfish on same rig

[@tweikle317]

In my opinion I think that the 6.5 is better bc I can’t caught crap on the 4.5 on a Nemo rig I have caught many on a 6.5

[@bassinkayaks6602]

Neeko!

[@JohnCrews]

It is so much easier to say. LOL

[@mikegiles5162]

Was that a turkey gobble at 7:23?

[@BottomLineBassin2]

I use a 3/0 jig hook with a 5" Gambler Ace on my Nekos. I call it the bubba Neko 🐟👊🏼

[@bloss0621]

Next time I make a delivery for yall...i have a serious question to ask you

[@donprater2754]

Thanks John. Frog fishing!

[@mlucking85]

u need an o ring to put on your Neko. most people who use the O ring use it wrong. The way I have caught bass and gotten more bites and still keep my bait on the hook is to slip the hook through O ring and then hook through the wacky worm style. The way most people use the o ring is just by putting the hook through the O ring.

[@daveengstrom9250]

Why not use a treble hook?

[@mikefurness1598]

Necco is a wafer a candy wafer! Neko is the fishing term! Long e long o! I know I'm old school! Lol!

[@JohnCrews]

I was corrected my Shin Fukae more than once. What do I know. Apparently not Japanese.

[@mikefurness1598]

@@JohnCrews that's okay John I was just yanking your chain. 71 year old, old fart, old school thoughts on how to pronounce things. And I know nothing about how to pronounce Japanese. If you've been corrected by one of the creators then by all means it's Necco! LOL! Keep putting out those good videos I'm learning still!

[@Twangtown7]

"I've experimented with all kinds of worms, hooks and weights". IE: "Let me tell you about the worms, hooks and weights I'm sponsored by".

[@JohnCrews]

I actually designed everything but the hooks.

[@stevesteve9202]

Yes John Crews has sponsors, including his own company. He has reviewed non-sponsored products however and always gives quality feedback. The subtle tips he provides demonstrates his expertise in the subject. I won't call out the pros who I feel just push sponsored product blindly but you have this wrong regarding John Crews. His content is above board and top notch.

[@Shiloh3498]

Actually, John, the proper pronunciation is with a long A. (Nay-ko) 🙂

[@JohnCrews]

Not according to the Japanese anglers I’ve talked to but I like saying it your way. 😂

[@mbs7567]

I say Neko

[@dylanW50]

Did anyone else hear that turkey gobble?

[@JohnCrews]

😂😂

[@dylanW50]

John Crews hey man if you see this I just want you to know that I love Missile Baits and I will continue to support you guys through this pandemic! You make some awesome baits and I love them! When I buy my first boat I want to get a big Missile Baits decal and put it on the side! You’re doing some great things! My Instagram is @dylanwellefishing

[@ILLUMINATHAN79]

Nehco (Neko)=Cat

[@8BASSHUNTER2]

Guy sounds fake trying to sound southern