Simplifying DROP SHOTS + Tricks That Catch BIG ONES

[@chasep2770]

Perfect timing for this Video Tyler. Just a couple days ago I tied on a drop shot for the very first time ever and went out on a heavily pressured public local lake. Not only was it my first time fishing this rig, it was my very first cast that I made with this set up that I realized just how effective this technique is. Caught a 3lb LMB that bit before I could even close the bail on the reel. Excited to put these tips to good use

[@BassFishingHQ]

Thats awesome Chase!

[@tennesseetrash9]

Get out of my head. I was thinking today about drop shotting and have seen some of you videos and low and behold you have a new one out today. I live near Chickamauga and have to bank fish so looking at your bank fishing videos can be a treat.

[@BassFishingHQ]

I fished Chickamauga in one tourney and the biggest bass I caught during the tourney was a 6-04....on a drop shot..same worm I talk about in this video

[@krisbeasley6649]

I’m all about the Drop Shot. So much where I have to force myself to fish other baits and techniques. The Roboworm is the best damn bait there is for a straight tail presentation. Great video dude. I watch a bunch of your videos and they are always super informative.

[@BassFishingHQ]

Thanks Kris, thanks for watching! I really appreciate that!

[@melissamessmer6544]

I prefer a zoom finesse worm

[@PNWLeviathanFPV]

Your vids have been helping me out a ton. Now with small mouth bass in the Colorado river systems, they are considered a invasive species finally. This is helping me keep more fish and loose less gear. Thanks bro.

[@guad512]

Can't go wrong with that 6" Robo Worm in Margarita Mutilator! Works everywhere!

[@soonerfan1675]

I like to use a GYB Shad Shape Worm when dropshotting. I found that when I nose hooked them in the traditional manner, after awhile they would start hanging tail down, which was no good. I started hooking them the way that was described in the video and discovered that I caught more fish because the bait was always in the right position. I thought I invented this tip. 😄

[@jefflien2599]

These were excellent tips thank yu for pointing out the hooking methods!they will make a difference on your busier lakes.

[@codyanderson7111]

Thanks for the tips, man! Definitely going to be trying these this bass season.

[@Project_BassFishing]

I’m always learning from your videos, Ty! Thank you. Please consider northern natural lake breakdown videos, how to find northern natural lake fish, and important structure to dissect on northern natural lakes.

[@finmanpoozie4756]

This is awesome!! You did a great job covering drop shotting (new for me). I'm going to try it now.

[@elax05]

Awesome Vid 🤘🤘🤘🤘 Very interesting on the burying the tip on the side gonna try that n the gilly 🤘🤘🤘 I’ve had many success dropshotting in ponds 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@joeb7508]

Always good stuff Tyler!

[@BassFishingHQ]

Thanks Joe B

[@WadeLife]

Was thinking about floating the Roaring River in Mid-Tennessee this Saturday I've drove the scenic road that runs along it just afew days ago and seen there are down tree's everywhere along portions of the bank looks like Large mouth heaven definitely going to implement these techniques during my outing...

[@bigdogang]

You put alot of awesome tips an stuff I love seeing more about

[@Cornelius798]

Tyler, my first time trying a drop shot was a success. I followed your tips. Oh, those Roboworms rock! Margarita Mulilator!

[@bobbyhogan9207]

Excellent tips. It’s the season for DS 👊😎

[@BassFishingHQ]

Thanks for watching!

[@billyhill2488]

I like to use the BPS Squirrmin worm (4" and 6") on a dropshot when video fishing with 2d. Nose hooked with hook popped out the top is important when you want the worm to swing up and the little tail to kick and slow the fall since the fall is the presentation the way I do it mostly. Hooking it the way that reduces line twists kills the action of this worm. DEADLY for spotted bass when they're aggressive and economical worm to use. I'll switch to the robo style worm behind fronts when they don't want to eat the squirrmin worm.

[@mrangel9986]

Long time listener. First time Subscriber. Great content

[@AGuyNamedRicky]

Duuuude thank you. I’ve been drop shotting all week up here in NH. Still really early for them up here but hopefully next week it will turn on

[@ronaldyeater3322]

Sup. Even in RI it's not ready. Weather is crazy. I hope it doesn't hurt the spawn, being so late other predators will eat the babies? Idk. Tight lines

[@AGuyNamedRicky]

@@ronaldyeater3322 well I haven’t seen too many predators or panfish either. My guess bass haven’t even moved up to begin bedding yet. Up here I’ve found bass on beds in august some years.

[@ronaldyeater3322]

@@AGuyNamedRicky Ty. Good to know. In RI I can't remember it going past may . crappie always come through spawn before bass, but not even a sign they are in prespawn? Some water still in 40's. Can't remember if I ever saw that going into may lol. Good luck bro

[@retiredboxingref7620]

Years ago in eastern Indiana I was 'spider rigging' for crappie with minnows a foot to 18 inches above the weight on the bottom of the line. I ended up limiting out on walleye. Sort of a crappie style drop shotting! 😁👍

[@rodcashman4793]

Great break down thank you.

[@FutureBassmaster4469]

Best channel on KZbin 💯 dont ever change Tyler stay real brother hope to meet ya 1 day here in Ohio!

[@tedsluganski4568]

Thanks for the info!!! Just getting back into fishing and the drop shot is new to me!

[@JohnJames.]

Same here, been fishing ten years , got into fly fishing, so spinning went to the back burner, just tossing spinners , and spoons. Just got into grubs and jig heads

[@SukatFishing]

Great tips!

[@jfrischassoc]

Not seeing the links! Love your videos. I am a real hit or miss fisherman. Some days I go fishing. Other days I go catching. I want to do more catching! I fish from a Hobie Outback kayak equipped with a 7"Garmin Striker 7SV (side view) fish finder in Oregon. Your video on side scan was awesome, especially since I haven't used that feature because I did not understand it.

[@brandonsmith606]

It's funny I went to every corner of the drop shot bait world and I always come back to the robo worm. I love the big bite smallie smasher for a minnow style bait and I definitely want to try that xzone minnow as I currently have some of their slammers

[@BassFishingHQ]

Yes there are a lot of great drop shot baits out there but sometimes I think just keeping it simple is what guys need to do

[@baad2003mach1]

I caught my first drop shot fish this weekend at the Ozarks in the big bass bash tournament. (First time trying the technique also) I also repped Finn Fishing gear all weekend. Thanks for the tips, always!

[@baad2003mach1]

It was actually a drop dead ned setup...with about a 16' leader lol bc I don't any drop shot weights. Lol.

[@BassFishingHQ]

I appreciate that. More to come from Finn Fishing soon!

[@ricksonora6656]

@@baad2003mach1 Try lightly crimped split shot. When snagged, they slide off the line. Quick to replace and cheaper than replacing a whole rig.

[@Jasonfisherman81]

Very helpful information in your videos dude keep it up.

[@melissamessmer6544]

I have been using a green pumpkin gilley on my drop shot rig this winter

[@hiddencityboxing4564]

Thanks for the tip Coach💪🏼💪🏼 was there any weight on that like with the worm and hook?

[@benskai2475akurfishing]

Greetings coming from Indonesia, Maluku, Aru Islands, greetings always healthy and greetings strike, thank you for providing information about new bait and some additional explanations that are useful for us

[@leehubbell9636]

Great information as always, keep up the great work.

[@BassFishingHQ]

Thanks for watching Lee. I appreciate it!

[@wesleyhughes363]

Enjoyed video. Unfortunately for me- fish on highly pressured lakes so I enjoy these type videos. I'll take any tips I can get from an experienced angler I can. Question: what is your opinion about using high vis braid color (like yellow) to flouro leader - specifically when fishing drop shot rig? Some say hi vis line spooks bass even with flouro leader - other say that hi vis line helps with watching line - line crappie fishermen sometimes do. Hopefully question makes sense.

[@ricksonora6656]

I can’t afford expensive lines so this is secondhand: I’ve heard several people mention using leaders between 15’ to 25’ long. You’ve got to have a really thin knot.

[@skiplovestofish6992]

Great tips, thanks!

[@Army_Outdoors_88N]

Great tips brother. I definitely need to force myself to focus more on fishing Slow

[@BassFishingHQ]

It is hard to do, but sometimes it really pays off. Thanks for always watching

[@ScruffyCityFishing]

Btw, glad to hear you mention the granddaddy of drop shot.. Aaron Martens. That guy could catch a keeper in a grocery store parking lot mud puddle with a robo worm drop shot.

[@RippinThemLipsTV]

Great episode Tyler. You were on point with everything you said in today’s session! Also, I recently caught my PB drop shotting in my local pond. So I don’t understand why someone would say that this can’t be done. . !? 🤨 🤷🏻‍♂️ Tight lines, ~ Manny ~ 🤙🏼

[@BassFishingHQ]

Thats awesome! I have actually received quite a few comments saying that...I don't get it either but I think some people get in the mind set that it is a deep clear water vertical presentation

[@NorthWoodsWes]

Haven't fished the Drop Shot yet. Good vid.

[@BassFishingHQ]

Keep it simple and give it a whirl. I think you will like it

[@chilson.fillips]

@BassFishinHQ yet another great vid! Also love the hats. Got one for me and one for my dad, probably get another one soon. Only topic you didn't cover is the knot. I used to exclusively use a Palomar, then started tying a knot where you put the line through the hooke eye, then make a loop twist the hook through the loop and sinch down after like 5 or 6 twists. Do you have a preference?

[@craigstevens9734]

Good stuff Appreciate

[@ricksonora6656]

I lost too many Texas rigs in snags. I switched to drop shot and lose a fraction as many rigs. I use a lightly crimped split shot. When snagged, it slides off its leader. They’re cheap and quick to replace.

[@robertbrost7777]

Okay Ty. I started drop shot fishing a few weeks ago and I'm hooked. Your tip about out fishing friends because you "drag" the bait instead of constantly shaking it is invaluable! I catch 90 % of my bass on the drag after letting it sink. Sink, couple of small shakes and begin the drag. THAT'S when they hit it!! Sometimes when the line is taut I will give the bait a small shake and they attack it but, it's almost always the drag that gets them. Thanks for the "drag" tip! I have one question, am I only catching smaller bass, (1.5-2Lbs NJ) because I am solely using Zoom 4" finesse worms? I even bite off an inch so, they are actually more like 3". Would I catch/attract larger bass with a larger worm? I'm ecstatic over the amount I'm catching but, am wondering if larger worms would mean larger catches? Oh, and BTW, ALL of my fishing is from the bank and, this technique definitely catches them from there. Thanks for the tips!

[@damnitman1969]

Go big you’ll catch big. But sometimes small gets big , be patient.

[@robertbrost7777]

Got to thinking about the 8 pound leader. Would the bait stay more horizontal if you used a 12 pound leader? Wouldn't the bait + hook weight have a harder time laying over on heavier line? You might lose a little bit of the action but, isn't a horizontal bait the main concern? Thanks.

[@ScruffyCityFishing]

Keeping simple is refreshing.. seems like I spend so much time changing things that I probably miss fish. I really like the vmc spin shot hook. It lets me switch from a weedless ewg hook to a standard drop shot hook quicker. Have you used them? Am I missing fish by having that swivel assembly in front of the bait?

[@joycedimaggio3816]

Thanks! My goal this year is to try new techniques.

[@BassFishingHQ]

Thats a great goal!

[@chasehatfield130]

My wife says I have an addiction, the addiction 🎣🎣🎣🎣

[@mikegaston3170]

Great info... Thank you ...Fish on BFHQ

[@WildBillHabiki]

RIP Aaron Martens. Watching him on MLF is what got me into drop shotting.

[@robertbrost7777]

Good stuff. My second time watching this one and, of course I have questions. You said you use that Margarita Mutilator color in clear water? It seems to be a dark color that would be used in off colored water. Hmm. Second, would you ever use a soft Zoom fluke on a drop shot? Thanks

[@FranksDIY]

they work up here in Canada too

[@peterloo3136]

Awesome!

[@bretthumphries7911]

Nice, thanks. As a fly fisherman, I think I can duplicate this. The weight is the biggest issue but I think I can pitch it a good distance. Tight lines

[@BassFishingHQ]

I have never heard of a drop shot on a fly rod but I know nothing about fly fishing

[@bretthumphries7911]

@@BassFishingHQ it's used for nymphing some. Tight lines

[@malachialm6007]

Important tip: Always place line through the "front side" of the hook. Otherwise, dropshot would be inverted. MJBII

[@BassFishingHQ]

You are correct

[@robertbrost7777]

@@BassFishingHQ Would passing it through twice cancel out the good you did by passing it through once? Thanks.

[@dontnonowuno9953]

Don't sleep on the power shot. 6 inch fat Robo my go too as well👍

[@BassFishingHQ]

Power Shot or Bubba Shot is a great way to catch them as well. I didnt mention it in this video because I want to do a full video on that subject!

[@ronaldyeater3322]

Sup Tyler. Great video. The Best! I am drop shot king😎. Love it, best thing is if bait has lot of action can cast into current or flowing dam, and leave it be, put rod in holder like live bait and fish with another rod. In New England, RI weather has been awful. Water temps still in 40's. Hope delaying the spawn so long that the babies don't get eaten all up by other fish? Think that's possible? Ty brother tc

[@BassFishingHQ]

I think you will be just fine. We are dealing with crazy weather here in Ohio as well and anytime the spawn is delayed it seems like once they finally start biting, it can be some of the best fishing you will experience

[@ronaldyeater3322]

@@BassFishingHQ awesome thanks

[@ryanwilcox8866]

QQ, what’s your connection knot for braid to floro?

[@garysmith7832]

Would a 6.5 inch zoom trick worm work, the gilly method. Or should I cut it smaller.

[@BassFishingHQ]

Yea you could do it with a trick worm

[@lesteranderson222]

What size cylinder weight do you typically use?

[@joneitson2113]

I need to fish a drop shot more. I fish 100% ponds. What's a good length to start at for the leader length between hook and drop shot weight?

[@malachialm6007]

10in to a foot works well for me from hook to weight. Shake rod every now and then in same spot, then reel about 6 to 8 inches, repeat. MJBII

[@titaniumcrayon3090]

It’s completely up to you but about 10-12 inches is a good start. My biggest piece of advice to to spool up a huge leader in case you break off or need to cut your line. Especially when using a drop shot you really don’t want to be tying that connection knot over and over again. Don’t worry it won’t affect casting or sensitivity. When tying the leader on imagine putting on enough to where if you broke off the entire rig, you could easily just put on another hook and do it again. Have fun it’s one of the absolutely easiest baits to catch fish on and master.

[@ricksonora6656]

It depends on how far off the bottom you want the worm to hop or float.

[@nickkalisek8463]

Didn’t get a chance to watch the video yet. Can you use drop shot in a heavy grass lake? Or swim jig/chatter better bet?

[@eckharttolle-nq7qu]

Skin hooking on the side is that Randy Blaukets technique

[@damnitman1969]

Drop shot also works really well inshore. Yep

[@yanierbenitezabello1244]

Me gustaría que sus videos tengan traducción al español

[@danieliellewis]

this why my two you tube hosts channels are realistic fishing and richard gene they show that bass crappie and other fish can be caught on budget gear and do fine with it there and as for tackle i order from temu and the tackle works just fine he must understand beginners are not so called pro's and produce some video's on some budge gear like i said taking nothing from him but he must see the two side's of bass fishing

[@Stank361]

I miss the Instagram you used to post in

[@kevinmedeiros9281]

What is your favorite size weight for the drop shot?

[@grewgroove8781]

Is a drop shot still effective fishing from the bank?

[@pimtool9351]

Ill fish a drop shot rig from shore in any body of water. they just work.

[@mikekowal4051]

Don't forget that the Drop Shot is deadly on Crappie.

[@yanierbenitezabello1244]

No entiendo el inglés pero algo aprendo de todas maneras lo sigo algo aprendo

[@Michaelpruis]

Drop shot. Beast coast magic flick. Thank me later.

[@LeviVanSluijs]

Hi

[@jerrycandelaria8845]

This video could have been a lot shorter if you would have just shown you what the title said how to rig a drop shot instead of 7 minutes of backstory

[@mikeylikesit1831]

I don't use the drop shot because I'm an idiot

[@BassFishingHQ]

You are not an idiot!

[@marieabineau]

likes to talk...no time for fishin....

[@danieliellewis]

now this guy show you exzactly what he is about and telling you he is a sale's man teaching these technique's are super but trying to sale you this equipment is way off i myself uses the ugly stix on all four of my set-ups and never had a problem i would never spend $90 dollars for a rod yes he has great technique's but attempting to sale such gear to may beginner's are a money making scheme

[@christophercook723]

You trying to say big ones?

[@juliofernandez8317]

PLEASE put your videos on RUMBLE. I love your content but dislike having to go KZbin

[@roadtoproco-anglerwithrobd978]

Hey Tyler great content have question on how you would fush it at Chickamauga got tournament in two weeks and been trying to get on the board you can email me thru my channel thanks