Texas Rig 101 - How to Fish a Texas Rig Worm and Catch Bass (Easy)

Catching Bass on a Texas Rig worm is easy if you follow this simple How To. Realistic bass fishing class is now in session and this is Texas Rigs 101. With a weight and a worm hook, you can fish many different styles of worms. I catch bass on a ribbon tail worm, as well as a curly tail and finesse worm. The Texas Rig works great for many styles of worms, and it catches bass. Different colors, different shapas, different lengths can all be fished on a texas rig. I hope these easy tips can help you catch more bass!
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[@flori1963]

I never went bass fishing before, but I've been subbed to your channel for a while. I bought myself a cheap little baitcaster and went out to a pond this morning and caught my first ever large mouth (17"!) using a Texas rig after learning how by watching your channel. So I just wanted to say thanks and I love your channel!

[@RealisticFishing]

Awesome!

[@user-fo2el6jm7n]

That's a good size!

[@impxctfn9865]

Nice man do u still fish?

[@flori1963]

@@impxctfn9865 every chance I get!

[@mikefromoh2925]

@Sapid he’s using 15 lb line, 3/0 or so offset hook and 1/8 ounce bullet weight.

[@holdenhenrysilver5147]

I finally realized why I love these videos so much- you get as excited as the 99.9% of all of us out there to get a fish, and flat-out stoked when you find something as big as a three pounder. You can only watch so many dudes with their $50k boats, landing monsters before you lose sight of what made us love pounding the banks as kids. That tick-tick-tick on the end of the line is all that matters.

[@traviscoonrod185]

Amen!

[@ADRobles]

Well said! It’s okay to be excited to catch small ones and even bluegill

[@tylerwilkinson804]

Just stumbled upon this channel - I love how straightforward and to the point it is. No gimmicks, just the techniques, and you seem like the type of fisherman who'd be a good dude to get a beer with. Subscribed!

[@nathan0717]

1:25 bro you explained it perfectly for a new beginner like me. I always wondered why the point of the hook was below the plastic. But that simple demonstration showed me why! I know, it’s embarrassing for me to even say that....but I have no shame in saying I’m brand new to all of this and I’m willing to learn as much as I can! Thank you!

[@RealisticFishing]

I am glad it was helpful 👍

[@nathan0717]

@@RealisticFishing definitely worth a sub!

[@mikefromoh2925]

No shame! This stuff has gotten pretty complicated which is why I like the Realistic Fishing KZbin channel. A Texas rig is simple but versatile and deadly effective.

[@jorgen.zamora]

I love how you take your time to explain the technique and to show a very calm and pro retrieve through the grass.

[@hightimesfishin2371]

Hell yeah! It's cuz of watching you i have been able to slay 300 fish in 3 months! Thanks bro and keep it realistic!

[@larryvollor9676]

That jump when you first hooked that 3+ was boss

[@jeffrey-bc1ig]

I've been watching videos about bank fishing for a few weeks trying to get tips. This is literally the first video I've came across that broke things down simply. Thanks for posting. Please make more like this!

[@emiliohayward7149]

I really like that you show every cast damn near even if its not a fish cause it shows how tuff the bite can be even when you use something you know catches fish

[@martinthefisherman]

The Texas Rigged Senko has been killing it for me these past days! Keep it Realistic!

[@holdenhenrysilver5147]

@strange ghost I was having the same issue with stick baits- killing them whacky rigged, but needed something weedless. Finally hit on using baby bass colors (green on top, white on the bottom, with black flakes- Yum are cheap and have a good one). Bring a Sharpie and color the tails black. You will be shocked at how realistic they look, and the difference in catches is night and day.

[@justadadfishing5684]

Love the 101 concept. I hope you're planing on doing more baits and lures. 👍

[@waynehoffman456]

After being away from fishing for 20+ years, I’m slowly getting gear and getting back out there from time to time (work permitting). This rig reminds me of my childhood days. Thank you!

[@RealisticFishing]

Good luck out there 👍

[@snowboardman420]

I’m going to have to slow my roll worm fishing. Thanks for the tips.

[@meranbrendle]

Thank you! I need all the pointers I can get!! I’m just beginning to learn how to use soft plastics so this was FABULOUS!! 😊

[@Rob-tr1st]

Have you had any luck though?

[@Jonathan-zh8sb]

same

[@Taylor-vz4ot]

as someone who’s just starting out, this video was a lot of help. i’ve been given the advice of texas rig worms but now i’ve seen it and action and the technique that goes along with it. look forward to trying this out myself. hopefully i catch some beauties. (any fish caught is a beauty to me right now lol)

[@stogecrazy]

Going to give this a try over the weekend. Thank you. Trying to get back into fishing it has been about 25 years since I was fishing on a regular basis.

[@bearoutdoors1605]

Admittedly, I have always gotten overwhelmed with the choices of types and colors of soft plastics. Your video demonstration made a definitive point that those things don’t matter as much as we think. Truly, keeping it realistic! Thanks for the great content!

[@ernestovalencia6593]

The way you explain, its so easy to understand. I'm beginner fisherman!

[@TheCaddy84]

Thanks for not having a loud ego driven 30 second intro. Your methods work. Thanks for uploading.

[@glenndavis6120]

I'm not a soft plastic angler but after watching this I am going to give it another chance. Thanks Alex. Fish On!!

[@RealisticFishing]

Good luck 👍

[@bassbullytv5775]

I just started last week useing worms, on a Shakey head and manOman I've been catching em, gonna try the Texas rig style next time

[@justice4everybody]

It’s refreshing to watch a KZbin video in which the term “Texas rig” is properly used to include the bullet weight. Too many anglers (and KZbinrs) incorrectly refer to the Texas rig when describing a weedless or weightless rig without the bullet weight.

[@RealisticFishing]

Gotta have the weight!

[@nubfishin9152]

Great video! No hurry and slow are points that new anglers should remember for Texas Rig 101.

[@robertgass1819]

Even experienced fisherman need a refresher every now and then. Good ABCs for new fisherman too. Much appreciated.

[@johnbaker4847]

Yep, first way I learned, year and a half later, two bass this morn out in my kayak. Cheap worms, expensive worms, curly tail, finese worm stick worm, crawdads and creature baits, they all work with a texas rig... realistically, of course. 😋😆

[@tedbastwock3810]

I like how u don't assume people're stupid when you explain stuff ... too many YT micro-detail when they explain. Nice fish + video

[@TonyBrown-lf5nj]

I'm a Texas native ,that rig works flat out always fills the pan ,and always leaves you smiling nice presentation good video .

[@RealisticFishing]

Thanks Tony

[@Mike-jy7ex]

Sorry I know this video is 3yrs ago but new subscriber fisherman and wrestling fan...thanks for the Texas rig hook up... I've tried to get it down with out messing up my lures did the step by step you showed and got it down perfect...and thanks for doing it step by step and not like other anglers who show you and speak so fast by the time you catch up they already have it in the water..so again thank you lol .....and "I'm keeping it realistic"

[@thomaswhitney2208]

You have helped me learn about bass fishing. Before now I have always been a bobber, and catfisherman. Thank you so much for opening the world of lures to me

[@DaveTormala]

Not many video you see actually show technique and how to properly setup one of these rigs. I mean you did it a way that even I was able to follow along. I got stubborn bass in our private lodge lake that won't take anything. But perhaps with this method I should be able to target the more easier. I got lots of plastic worms and hope to get some nice video of getting some bass.. Can't wait to get on the water.. Thank you sir for such a helpful teaching video.

[@RealisticFishing]

good luck!

[@Ridg76]

A Texas rigged plastic worm=reliable. Thumbs up!

[@josephnywayfarer1345]

The master of the Texas Rig strikes again

[@BenOchart]

Where were you 3 weeks ago when we lost a dozen lures? 🤣🤣🤣 Texas Rig is how I’m going to to fish that stream from now on. Thanks!

[@shawnwesner9431]

Been struggling on the Texas rig for the past 3 months on the technique and rigging. After watching ur video I went out and got 2 in a row and then a 3rd 15 min later. Thx so much for the advice. Love using them now and have no problem picking them up on a slow day. Love ur channel

[@RealisticFishing]

That is so awesome! I am glad my tips and tricks helped

[@shawnwesner9431]

Been watching ur channel for a while and love all ur videos. Ur by far one of my fav fishing youtubers. Just realistic and down to earth. Best thing u could ever ask for with a fishing KZbin channel. Thx

[@mr_b22]

Thank you for finally putting to rest the argument that one color is better than another. I think that dark vs light is useful based on murky/clear conditions but no more change ups just for color. Maybe for variety, you know, the spice of a bass's life. Thanks for a great show. Canada's watching.

[@rossbowman202]

The same way my Papa taught me. I love the Texas Rig. I caught a majority of my bass from that. Memories 😂 Alex those where again some great bass. Thank you for the information and trip down memory lane.

[@chrisboz8423]

I love fishing the Texas rig. I use it all the time. I'm always happy to learn how to be even better when I fish it

[@jaydenk5281]

Texas Rig is really good but im new to fishing and whenever I use it down in Florida it always still gets stuck in the mud and stuff. do you know how to avoid that and any tips?

[@blueboy1183]

Worms on a Texas Rig = Fish just that simple!! Nice Fish!! Enjoyed!!

[@RealisticFishing]

Thanks 👍

[@dmendro]

Instant subscribe from me. I watched your video today, then went out at lunch and caught my first Largemouth on a Texas Rig after watching how you retrieve it. (16"!)

[@RealisticFishing]

AWESOME!

[@chrismeader3698]

Thank you! I’m new to fishing this year and still learning. No luck catching anything yet but trying to learn the Texas right to try and help

[@johnsmith5738]

Nice simple instructions for using the Texas rig. I like that you're bank fishing and not on a boat. Good job...

[@PeterCPRail8748]

One of the best setups to catch fish on warn hot days when the fish not biting. That first one was a nice bass.

[@jeffreysmith5143]

Getting back to bass fishing in June. I’ve been busy with lots of yard work and manual labor in my neighborhood and haven’t had much time to fish. You have an awesome no nonsense channel that teaches and encourages others to go angling. Great job!!

[@RealisticFishing]

Thanks for watching Jeffrey

[@sugarbritches9745]

The way you explain things reminds me of Bob Ross, I love it!

[@al_outdoors2683]

Absolutely the best Rig. Nice Vid Alex.

[@jamessteinbrenner676]

My 7 yo grandson and I are graduating up to bass fishing from sunfish, worm and bobber fishing. We both watched your video. It was an absolutely perfect instructional video for a short attention span. His too!…Great Job sir!

[@czardrumz]

Ive said it many times...KING OF TX RIG!

[@j.c.jenkins9748]

Just spent 3 hours trying to fish a Texas Rig for the first time. Didn’t catch squat. Left feeling like there was something I was missing. Lo and behold, I get home and you have uploaded this video lol awesome as always, thank you.

[@iNF3RNo85]

Easy lesson man. You have helped me catch more fish. Thank you.

[@MrYourBoss]

old but still holds true glad I found this

[@FishBerry90]

Awesome. I love the Texas rig equally. My confidence rig for lakes, ponds, rivers etc. This vid was awesome, you got it done 👍🎣

[@chrislour8938]

Live by the Texas rig bro, i love the ewg hooks so i can also rig crawls and frogs.

[@hotrod4013]

I tried a power worm today and after about 30 casts in the same hole with no luck i switched to a crawdad orange 1/4 oz rooster tail spinner and 4th cast i hooked a 5-6lbs 20.5 inch large mouth! That baby was rippin line :D you never know what might work and im glad i didn't give up. It was from the bank and i landed it without a net on 8lbs line. A great day I'll always remember fishing with my dad 😎👍

[@SluSharkND]

Thanks so much, Alex. I learn a lot from you. I've applied your techniques up here in the north, and they work on our bass, too! Great time bass fishing when everyone else is going after walleye. Keep up the great work.

[@fishingwithadhd]

Texas rig never fails. I’ve been obsessed with the wacky rig this season. I’ve caught several 3 pounders on it!

[@xdefiant7452]

Thank you so much for taking this step by step! By far the most informative and easiest video i’ve watched! I been fishing on and off for several years with live bait such as worms and minnows. I wanted to try something new so today i went out to buy a decent bass rod and reel, and picked up a pack of green watermelon senkos. Thanks to you I now know how to rig, bounce and cast. I hope I can finally land fish on a plastic worm!

[@billsutorius2753]

Great demonstration without a rig Texas worms and how to catch fish with them. Thanks

[@antoinettesilvera189]

Thank you...you are very thorough. Simple and not a lot of mumbo jumbo talk. Keep it simple and easy to understand. 😎👍

[@RealisticFishing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Dreamlink91]

watched over 100 fishing videos about texas rig and from all of those complicated sponsored fishing videos etc I FINALY found your video. So easy and simple and straight forward explanation... I bought me a cheap 2 piece 180cm pole and it came with a 0.20 reel and unknown silk or whatever you call it.. and within 3 hours I got my first 4 pikes in my life. For some reason they liked it more than bass or i just threw in wrong place :D ... subbed

[@RealisticFishing]

Awesome!

[@ridiculousfishr9812]

Because of this video I used the Texas rig you showed and did the best to mimic your "dragging" technique. Result: I caught my first big bass!!! Thank you!!!!!

[@bwoody6370]

Nice video, Alex. I have to say, it is your earlier videos that got me hooked on bass fishing a year ago. Thanks to you, I can catch big bass knowing that I am not burning a whole through my wallet every time. Thank you, sir!

[@scottbryant6220]

Nice fishing! You got mad skillz with worms! Do you think you could do another one with creature baits one day? I would like to see more about fishing with them.

[@RealisticFishing]

Sure!

[@scottbryant6220]

Thank you, sir!

[@BassNoobFishing]

Awesome bass. I came here to see how a Texas Rig setup works in the real world and it did not disappoint 👏

[@mountaintime4276]

That was a great video! Instructional and fun to watch. Nice fish too!! Keep em coming!

[@vernonsimmons4578]

Excellent cover of a straight forward and effective technique

[@TylerGoesFishing]

You are the reason I have heavily started using Texas Rigs.

[@Mega9Rondo]

That was like fishing 101 , thanks for sharing your knowledge of worm fishing !!! I’m catching a lot of bass with these techniques, thanks to to you.

[@RealisticFishing]

Awesome!

[@lisatwitchell403]

Hey Alex, I think people really liked this video. 🤗Been reading the comments. Liked the suggestion, someone made, about showing the right way to tie onto the hook whether you're using an EWG or a straight shanked hook. Terrible to hang into a bass and have your knot come untied. 🎣🐋 I've been using the old standard to tie mono on for years. Had an old fisherman teach me to put a drop of super glue on my knots. I don't do that anymore because I have confidence in my knots. However, it can be a lifesaver for a beginner. PS The super glue also makes for a smoother knot. Easier to thread the worm back on the hook when a fish slides your worm onto your line.

[@FordChick73]

Thank you for this great tutorial. I"M just getting started out on bass fishing and Texas rig, so this was extremely helpful! Love how thorough you explain your methods, very much appreciate it. Thanks!

[@tommymckiddy7872]

That Culprit black shad color has always been good for me.

[@jab1494]

Thanks for making a basic fishing video that we all can understand. I am 54 and in my second year bass fishing and getting better but there is a lot to learn. Thanks for making it understandable and realistic! Keep up the good work

[@cuntpuncherino]

I've learned a lot of new shit from you man; no bullshit just real fishing....even when getting skunked. Best fishing channel on Y-tube!

[@lolmetswhathappeneduhhh2029]

Great video showing how to fish worms with details on how to run a Texas rig. Definitely one of my favorite videos you have done. And the results were great too. 🐟🎣

[@daveanddanniejacobs9432]

I failed to mention in my last comment. My hero Mr. TENNESSEE HIM SELF. BILL DANCE GOING FISHING TODAY.

[@lupiaan2021]

Nice day on the lake, beautiful fish AND useful advice on rigging! I want it Realistic!

[@denofearthundertheeverlast5138]

Thank you for handling the bass correctly, I see way too many people bend the head and and jaw by holding them sideways without support Thank you sir.

[@bdaquatics7584]

Man you've been killing it lately bro. By the name you KNOW I LOVE THE TEXAS RIGG✊💯🐋

[@donniedean7652]

Thank you for your videos. I use your rigs for bass and have increased the amount and size of my catches. Keep it realistic brother.

[@jasonlano]

I just subbed to your channel. I'm a beginner and was looking for some vids to explain different rig setups. This was very helpful and then I checked out the channel homepage with your intro video. The clincher is when you put in all the real things that happen when fishing, and how you retrieved your hat from the water. Keepin' it real!

[@emma_casian1026]

Good channel great stuff you did it again

[@Do0msday]

That first bass was a beauty. Something about a bigger bass going aerial is amazing. 3 nice fish in under an hour... I'll take that any day.

[@ronniewilson6488]

By far my favourite fishing KZbinr. Very educational

[@mocangrow]

Alex - great job on this video! Always enjoy watching you fish. I’d - gets me psyched for my next adventure. Keep the clear and concise content coming buddy! I’m certain you’re making new and returning anglers lives much richer by helping to ease the learning curve!

[@kinggroovyjupiter9254]

Great video man I've been watching your videos for a couple days and you've already taught me a lot just subbed keep up the good work

[@samuelwarden6285]

Great vid Alex and thanks for taking the time to explain this technique for the beginner anglers out there. This was the only way I would fish a worm for a long time. Like you said it will catch fish. 👊👍

[@AceRizzle18]

You are so cool. Great teaching! You build up my confidence to keep trying what I’ve been doing.

[@nottoobad6132]

The perfect video!! Thank you REALISTIC FISHING!!

[@barrydouglas3137]

Glad to see you up and about still. I haven't watched your videos. Super glad alls well!!!!

[@OscarHernandez-lu1ze]

Thanks for the tips forgot how to texas rig??..got skunked today..sucks on those hot days ......👍😎🍺..

[@diverdown626]

Great vid thanks for the no BS demo on how to rig and use a Tx rig worm.

[@nickcastro1005]

Keeping it realistic I now catch more fish.

[@nickcastro1005]

Texas Rig is my favorite way to catch fish

[@traviswells8180]

Great video Alex. Texas rig man is just a fish catching s.o.b 👍👍

[@Master_Wooo]

Thanks for the awesome video! I’m going out this weekend and try these tips

[@skradjinn]

All of your vids are great, but this one is very impressive. 👍🏼

[@JustinKendter]

Dude you are my hero! I just started fishing recently and every lake and stream by me has so much stuff growing in it that every 2-3 casts I was losing my lure. This setup will be perfect for my area! Thank you!!!

[@RealisticFishing]

Glad I could help!

[@finniantallon4532]

Great stuff mate!!

[@juliocruz7481]

Man realistic you’re the real deal!!! That 1st fist was awesome!!!

[@75craigrice]

I’ve watched some real good videos as of late. I’m a novice fishermen. Just now starting to get into bass fishing. Out of the videos I’ve seen this is by far the best one. Haven’t felt a need to leave a comment like I felt on your video! Excellent info and video!

[@RealisticFishing]

Thanks!

[@BigBuckGetter]

I caught my PB 6 lb'r on April 28,1974. (I was 8 years old) Caught it on a "Strawberry Flavored" Mann's Jelly Worm. Enjoyed the video...

[@SamBlumer]

good instructions. easy simple pace. and clear as a bell. anyone can learn to Texas Rig fish from this tutorial. Thanks!

[@miqbad70]

Best video I've seen yet!!! Thanks! Subscribed with notifications, bro!