Summer Jig Fishing Tricks When Its HOT Outside! (How To Catch More Fish)

[@c.shoefish]

Took my 12 year old son fishing yesterday to a notoriously tough fishery (Lake Hopatcong in NJ) we got a few great topwater bites first thing in the morning then it just shut off, completely. We were definitely on the struggle bus. We started throwing everything I could think of, then I eventually rigged us both up with some jigs (he's great with a baitcaster but had to show him how to use a jig) and we tore into em, using techniques and fishing the areas I've learned from y'all....that knowledge turned the day around and it was literally the best day I've ever had at that lake, and honestly one of the best days we have had in a long time...thanks for all the great content you guy's consistently share....it makes a difference.

[@MultiXMeGa]

I'm from NJ too. I cant wait to take my kayak and learn the lake.

[@c.shoefish]

@@MultiXMeGa that would be a hard lake to kayak in during this time of year. Even in a boat, I struggle from all the wake. Musconetcong, Budd lake, cranberry lake and several others will be more kayak friendly this time of year. Hopatcong is pretty damn big and it's a hard lake to fish.

[@MultiXMeGa]

@@c.shoefish thanks for the advice. My plan was to go in September and commit my time swimbait fishing all the way till December.

[@ladder197]

Stuck to the bank in that same area and the jigs work great. Caught one yesterday in Rockaway flipping pads with a dirty jigs flipping jig 3/4oz. One of these days I’ll get a boat and venture out on Lake Hopatcong

[@c.shoefish]

@@ladder197 I'm out there a couple times a month, more than welcome to join me

[@todddickinson3262]

Unrivaled fishing channel by far… I’ve learned more from Matt and Tim than all other fishing channels combined. Thanks again for the thorough, well presented content on an unbelievably consistent basis.

[@padronianful]

A fella could watch TB and Lindner's Angling Edge and become one heck of an angler!

[@shaneb353]

Five years of bass fishing and I got my first jig fish this spring. Never had confidence in a jig until now.

[@BasslivesmatterLLC]

You guys are the Lil Jon of the industry hype me up so much 😆 ima use my jig tomorrow great vid 🐇 🕳 👑

[@CapnPink28]

Jig fishing has turned into my “go-to”…..ahhh 😂😂….love you guys, awesome video!! ❤❤

[@darylnicholas4601]

I’ve been studying the TB videos for the last 2 years on jig fishing and I finally developed confidence in a buckeye lures G-man Ballin out jig and man wow. It feels like they are chewing on this thing lol. My favorite is a black and blue 3/8oz with a Googan baits Krackin craw in ocachobee craw. Thank you guys. The best advice I think I got was ;if you want to learn jig fishing, only take your jig rod and nothing else. Lock it in your hand and don’t put it down until it clicks.

[@ZacksRealAdventures]

Jigging in the summer heat is my favorite way to fish. Cranking one after another on those craw colors. The bass can't resist it.

[@tjcarmichael07]

Matt's mix up is by far my favorite color for my jigs

[@maxcole3930]

I have zero confidence in a jig, but I have one tied on right now & it's going to stay on rest of summer! Need to learn how to fish one. I literally just tied it on last weekend so perfect timing on your vid! I do fish swing head jigs alot & have ton of confidence in those. Just not standard jig. Caught my new PB Sunday on giant worm she was 26" long 17" in girth a 9lb 3oz largmouth!

[@joecuillo5005]

Well that's a jig just a different style. Same tactic and technique

[@midwestfischerman]

Good morning!🌅🎣

[@toddpossum]

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[@Eradxxx]

I got my jig confidence when I was catching bass around some grass on everything but a jig, figured there wasn't a better time to tie one on and give it a try. Needless to say, I have a jig tied on every time I go out now.

[@billycarson3408]

Your absolutely right! A jig has become my #1 confidence bait for sure. So much fun. Thank you for helping me with this.

[@mauriciocampuzano6828]

7 pounds on my very first time throwing a jig (not first cast) and being patient while implementing its techniques 👍🏼

[@clay7514]

Good job bud

[@dant8213]

Nice! Took me a little while, I stink at going slow 🐌 😅

[@gavinrobertson7799]

Jigs won't get you a limit but will get you a PB

[@helipilot4045]

8 pounds on the first time for me. I think I fished a jig about 30 minutes. Was just about to give up. Didn't put it down all day after that lol

[@deline8ed619]

Nice. Love it

[@roycaldwelljr3851]

I love your channel. I have been watching you and Tim for a couple years now. I bought a fishing kayak 2 years ago and my confidence is really struggling. when I can go anywhere on the lake, and paddle around looking at my 2D sonar it really opened a lot of opportunities for me. But with that being said, I'm struggling to catch fish. you guys have taught me alot about what areas to look for. Your videos on where bass go in certain times of year are awesome. now its just putting in the time on the kayak and catching a few to get the confidence up. keep up the good work guys!

[@joecuillo5005]

I'd forget the sonar for now and just pick apart the shallow waters. There's always fish that stay shallow and are easier to catch than finding ledges and rockpiles in the middle of nowhere

[@billlumberg5746]

Best fishing advice on KZbin by far thanks Matt & Tim.

[@charleswooten9836]

Jigs for me, over the course of one year, went from a bait I would never tie on to I have two dedicated rods with one tied on year round. Once fishing a jig clicks it’s an amazing bait.

[@clay7514]

Agree 💯

[@hunter5858]

I love jig fishing on the edges of grass 😊

[@bryanheiselman000]

All I enjoy fishing with are jigs now. Just started this year and there is nothing like a jig bite!! 🤙Great content in this video

[@DarkWoodPicks]

I am learning to use frogs, bait, and a lot more jigs. Your videos have been a tremendous help. I have fish on a frog and a jig

[@clay7514]

Love anything jig! Had really good day Saturday throwin a brown n orange w lil blue. Yum craw chunk on the back. Crawfish color. Love jigs!!

[@badmofo350]

Throwing a fb jig offshore is all I want to do in the summer. At least when I'm feeling lazy. It's just so easy and you don't exert much energy yet have a very good chance of catching bigs

[@toddpossum]

Thanks!

[@marleymar3303]

I’m a huge jig junky!!!! I agree Matt! Reaction Innovations craw has always been my go to trailer. It just gets bites! Always catch decent bass on them paired with a jig!

[@dustinroadway6108]

Went out yesterday and caught a 21 inch maybe 6lb fish on a jig. Im getting better because of these videos.

[@thehunterslane]

Love your videos! You offer a ton of great and relatable advice and I'm really enjoying watching your content. Keep up the great work!

[@rogerlondon9416]

Being lovers of jigs and bfs, the Raid Japan Egu dama type cover is a winner.

[@callanfishing]

Thanks Matt and I agree

[@micahgrim2597]

This was actually really encouraging, it’s funny I have jigs and never use them and just by watching this video I figured out why. I had that mental block and didn’t realize it! I look forward to getting a big wet tomorrow in a small lake with a bunch of grass and lilies tomorrow!

[@bobbarnhill8557]

Super good tutorial and 100 percent on point.

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Thank you, Matt!

[@kylesmith3211]

When I started fishing I found your videos really early, watched your jig fishing videos and they are definitely my confidence bait. I think I've only caught maybe 30 and I'd say 20 were on jigs lol. Haven't caught any on crank baits

[@marvincochran5121]

Awesome video great information thanks Matt.

[@Vjedator]

Incerdibly well explained! Very interesting and inspirative even for me living in Europe where we don't have a bass ...

[@johnnolan8074]

Picasso jigs are pretty incredible as well.

[@justbfrank1]

Actually pitched and caught my first jig fish this past weekend. Caught 3. Confidence building!!!

[@joecuillo5005]

Are you sure you pitched it and didn't flip it

[@bryanheiselman000]

You should do a hour long video of just fishing the jig/ how-to. Would be amazing content 👌

[@fishing630addictionjcmg4]

The best fisherman rite hea thankz for all th tricks end tips u share whit us

[@krisramos7453]

I fish a bunch of stuff and get fancy throwing different things depending on conditions and the fishery. Then at the end of the day I switch to a jig and then actually catch them

[@johnmango6056]

Beast coast lil magnum is an incredible jig for the grass to rock transitions. Got me a 6.1 MA tank last week.

[@jeffmaxwell9648]

Thanks for the great content please keep it coming. I cant wait to go spend more money on tackle and go fishing. Any particular weighted head ( less snags) i should use for a more rocky bottom like quarries?

[@Justin_Mooney11]

Keep ‘em comin boyz

[@rustyaegis]

picked up a jig about 3 months ago my #1 go to lure at this time caught some decent fish using a jig

[@BorneoFishStation]

Hit the like button because it is hot and Matt talk for 25+ minutes in the sun.👍

[@JCB1I7I7I6]

Great info! Appreciate it!

[@urban_legendO-H]

Just stared fishing jigs this year on purpose because I was clueless about the technique. Started off with the micro jig and nailed them. Going to start working on fishing then big 3/4oz football jigs on my local river for small mouth.

[@tayarodgers5115]

Great video matt

[@tonyb-50]

Matt must’ve majored in marketing, he can make anyone think they can catch’m, anywhere!

[@BigAlFishingAddiction]

Love all your videos

[@Crawford515]

Can you guys do an updated video on Night Fishing for summer...

[@thomasdeanjr9380]

Matt, its super funny cause I swear you made this video almost for me lol because I am one of those guys that 100% knows I should throw a jig and I even had the right idea of when and where but literally never have caught a single fish on one. Closed I came was a blow up near the shoreline on a retrieve but never even hooked the fish. I was super curious though and you rarely ever cover it in any of your videos but with casting rods and jig fishing do you find the Gear Ratio making any impact overall? Thanks for all the advise.

[@daveversion2.2]

Determined to catch a bass with a jig 2 days ago on the Columbia River (bank). Never caught any bass on rod/reel/line and jig combo. Nailed a big one at ~4# which as my pb on the Columbia.

[@FishMan-gw2or]

Great video as always @tacticalbassin squad!! Hey Matt, Pretty surprised I didn’t see a swim jig in that lineup. Do you tend to not throw swim jigs in the summer?! I absolutely LOVE throwing a jig almost year round now because of your videos from last two years. Keep it up guys!! And gals!!!!

[@bobbarnhill8557]

Swim bait pinned on a jig is money this time of year.

[@joecuillo5005]

May not have mentioned a swim jig but I guarantee he's swimming his jig😂 That's why he uses arkie style heads they're good multipurpose jigs. U can swim any jig

[@masfishing1]

Thx for the video. As a bank.angler I havnt caught bass fishing a jig, but I also havnt tried too much because no confidence or knowledge. Thid video helps, but whats missing are the retrieves. What kind of retrieves works best jig fishing from the bank??

[@super15071]

110 degrees yesterday in Va,, still went fishing!

[@super15071]

Granted I was on the shore in the shade! LOL, but still

[@jordanp5163]

Hey Matt, great video. How is that Megabass P5 FMJ working for jigs?

[@pure_michigan_angler303]

I have a dobyns sam sobi series sam765c flip/pitching stick... and have a 7.3 diawa elite p/f.... Cortland masterbraid 65lb braid, and have been using about a 4ft invizx leader... I love this combo

[@bronzebackwrangler]

You should mention the Z-man finesse shroomZ jigs they are super good if you like BFS

[@cliff1422]

Picasso Lures Little Spotty jig is a fantastic compact jig

[@hiramsolis5565]

Going out to the Delta Wednesday and apply your wisdom . Any areas you might want to pass on to give a try? I’m a novice fisherman with fisherwoman wife wanting to learn and have fun fishing.

[@TimBigBendFishing]

Hey Matt, did you guys get a river/mud boat? Was just curious, saw the new brown deck at beginning of the video. If so, we'd love a tour! Thanks for the best Bass channel on YT.

[@tacticalbassin]

I've had it for a few years but it doesn't come out in that many videos so it's easy to miss. If you search "tacticalbassin jet boat" you can find an initial tour when we got it and another after we fully modified the hull for shallow water.

[@bruceesterline3170]

You just showed my jig combo a dirty jigs 1/2 oz in the Go To color with a green pumpkin red creature bait my dirty jigs compact 👍

[@jimmcculloch5825]

Thanks Matt. When you say flipping, do you mean that or do mean pitching?

[@mikewelter180]

Thanks Matt for all you do for us. I've been watching you and Tim for a number of years now. I always have a Jig tied on . I'm wanting to upgrade to a Megabass Braillist Rod. What is the difference between the Orochi (F5.5-75XX) and the Levante (F5.5-75LV) besides a Hundred Dollar Bill? Thanks!

[@tacticalbassin]

There's a sensitivity difference between them but the biggest difference is the Orochi is much more crisp throughout. The Levante is a bit more parabolic. Both are great, the Orochi definitely wins out if it's in the budget.

[@dang3]

I don’t know if you have already tried or reviewed the Beast Coast Hustler Hybrid Finesse Jigs? They are an interesting jig, a cross between a traditional finesse jig and a marabou hair jig with a little bit of tinsel thrown in for flash. I really like the elite craw and the bruised colors.

[@mikecamalier2653]

Great video Great information thank you Matt. Bassmd

[@TehWatchman]

need a walkthrough of the camo boat!!

[@Billytillery33]

I am trying to pick my next jig rod , but cannot decide between the mojo bass, fury, or the bass x. Do you have a preference? I have heard all talked about in multiple videos.

[@richardbossman9875]

How come no one is talking about the jig and worm? I think it shows the bass a totally different presentation that almost no one in the country does. I use either half a trick worm or a ribbon tail and it’ll get hit when craw style trailers don’t, especially in summer

[@jimboslice7389]

Monday morning jig techniques. May have to call out sick and grab my jig rod.

[@brucesmithoutdoors]

Do you ever trim the skirt on your jigs? I have found sometimes it helps get the bite when it is few and far between. Great video bro.

[@vincentgelles3805]

Great video as always Matt! I’m only 5’7 (unfortunately) is there a shorter flipping stick you can recommend that’s comparable to the 7’11 Expride?

[@yankeebass1]

Don't feel bad Vincent. I was 5'6" now most days 5'4 or 5'3 depending on how compressed my spine is. I found that the 7'0 St Croix Mojo Dock Sniper rod now for my jig fishing. It's light has a great backbone and enough tip fro flipping pitching and skipping. I can use it all day without an issue and set the hook great.

[@mattmerwin3842]

The 7'3" extra heavy Expride might be a great alternative. I like it cause it's shorter myself.

[@vincentgelles3805]

I’m sorry to hear about your back and spine problems. I was in a really bad car accident about 6 years ago and a broke my back. I believe it was an L1 lumbar fracture. I haven’t really checked my height lately I might be an inch or two shorter as well. Thanks for the rod suggestion. St. Croix makes great rods!

[@vincentgelles3805]

Thanks Matt. I really like the Expride rods. I have one casting and one spinning and they’re both my favorites. They are so lightweight, sensitive, and comfortable to fish with all day. Matt and Tim are right about them fishing above their price. I just hope Shimano isn’t listening 😆

[@decoyn-7782]

Not jig related, but since it's newest video maybe you will see this. I have a power shot combo for you to try. Jigs / Dropshot make up a large portion of my fishing, so I've tried a lot of things. I know in previous vids you guys said you like the 6'10M Expride for power-shotting when it's not in super heavy cover. I've used both the A and B model as well as a bunch of other rods and I think I finally have the ultimate combo figured out and want you to try it. Matt will like this because it's an MBR, lol. Currently I'm running a Conquest 843c with a Metanium Shallow Water edition reel, reel is running 10-12lb Sunline FC Sniper... only hook I run is 2/0 Owner Covershot HD hook. Lots to throw on it, but we all know how good the MM 6" Fat roboworm is so I have that on about 1/2 the time. Either way just give it a try, it blows the pants off the Exprides and many other rods. Obviously you might not have a SW edition Metanium, but I found 70 size reels make all the difference with this combo... so an Aldebaran or equivalent will do.

[@CritterTheBassGetter]

You know something crazy before i watched this i set up a jig almost identical to that, i let my buddies son use it in the pond behind the house i was working on and he caught a 5lbr first cast, i was always really intimidated by jigs but have now become more confident with them

[@zach8973]

For a cheaper combo been really happy with my kd745 and 766xp fliping /punch.

[@decoyn-7782]

Jigs have been my fav for over a decade now... which in combination with these videos has resulted in me owning too many jig rods. As far as what you said, the only thing I disagree with is the compact pitching jig. I use 70% Dirty Jigs stuff too and have for a long time, but that jig has always caused problems for me. I'm pretty sure it comes down to the hook bite. I've just resorted to throwing the standard finesse jig if I need it, or I'll cut down the skirt for the smaller profile of the normal casting jig.

[@soulstech414]

Is jig fishing viable from the bank? At the moment I don't have a boat and ive stuck with Texas rig stick baits, trick worms, flukes, etc.. and wacky rigs, frogs... stuff like that. But I do have some jigs and trailers but I don't use them much because I've always thought that you had to have a boat to make jigs work

[@donovansaunders1616]

Would you guys recommend the Brailist for also pitching and flipping soft plastics in grass? Curious if it could be a great rod for doing more then one technique

[@tacticalbassin]

Yes 👍🏼

[@Josh-th7tm]

"If you aren't losing jigs, you ain't doing it right." 😂

[@KillDill710]

That’s good news. I don’t wanna say how many blades jigs I lost yesterday on the River oh and two 13 dollar patrollers. That one was more of a personal error

[@edcygan]

I cough a whopper this weekend on the Jig with a paddle tail trailer. What do you think about the puffy jig and when is best time to use it?

[@suddenlyfishing]

wow nice video💖💖💝💝

[@UofMfan734]

The lake that I fish on has a soft bottom and when I throw a jig it seems to sink into it. Will it still work or should try to find harder bottom areas? There aren’t many on our lake

[@fishdisc7022]

For small jigs a love the Booyah Baby Boo jig in 3/16 or 5/16. For a trailer i use Zoom Creepy Crawler twin tail or the Netbait Tiny Paca craw. I have a hard time with large jigs. They bite and spit before I set the hook most of the time.

[@chrisjones3375]

Lost my two biggest smallmouth working a jig near wood in a river. One was dead summer, one was early fall. Low warm water and they were tearing it up. Now I'm back in Florida and it's all worms in grass. But I miss flipping laydowns with a jig

[@johncoyote6755]

I have more confidence and consistency in frogs and swimbaits than jigs 😂

[@boomerwallen4538]

Me too

[@boomerwallen4538]

But hey if I had my name on a jig I'd probably push it too whether it was accurate information or not LOL I'm not trying to say there's a conspiracy or anyting.

[@boomerwallen4538]

They almost got me I almost took the frog off this afternoon😂

[@mrbelowknee148]

I went and got a pumpkin jig and threw a similar bate to what you were using on it. Third cast my next time out I caught my personal best large mouth just under 3.5 lbs. Shit works 😂

[@charleskeene4081]

What knot do ya'll use to connect the leader to braid?

[@jgreene70]

Would the Expride 7’11” also double as a frog rod?

[@OneManMining]

hey don't forget about a heavy bladed jig. I know it is kind of its own topic but I felt should still be mentioned

[@AndrewMoto96]

Can’t catch a fish on a jig to save my life but I did get one last weekend and it was my favorite bite next to a whopper plopper bite

[@crankbaitmaster9000]

Hey Matt/Tim. I'm in need of a 10xd rod and I noticed that the updated Shimano Intenza will have a 7' 10" glass rod that's rated up to 2 ounces. Was wondering if you thought this would be a good choice.

[@tacticalbassin]

I actually got a chance to check that out at ICAST and yes, I think that's exactly what they built it for.

[@chrisfrancis4627]

I fish 3 jigs b/b green pumpkin and one that I make and a assortment of trailers

[@soyskills]

@tacticalbassin Matt, have u thrown football 3/4 jigs with trailer on the Braillist? Does it feel too underpowered?

[@tacticalbassin]

I have many times. It is definitely NOT underpowered.

[@Nobody2day553]

Jigs are my confidence bait, I've been bass fishing for 30y and probably 60-75% of the bass I've caught have been on a jig, I always have a heavy rod with 65lb braid rigged up with a jig. I never have much luck with that "go to" color. If you're learning how to jig, get you two colors: white and black/blue. They seem to hammer the white jig more than any other color. I almost always have a heavy movement trailer. If you're only getting one color, get a pearl white and you will catch fish.

[@andiiramii2775]

can you throw a jig at around 15 to 25ft? do you just drag it ?

[@jda3comics693]

I used a football jig today and I lost it in the rocks today ugg I caught a 6 pounder on it last year but all my luck this year is the whacky rigs

[@jerryvincoli4814]

I sent this once but i have followed you and tryed what you have said but one thing i dont catch any thing and no fish finder another thing you need to come lake heartwell and teach the fish how to bite the bait lol 😊😅

[@dillonwaller597]

Is the Shimano Expride 7'1 1" Extra Heavy & Shimano Curado 200K a set up I could double as a top water setup?

[@darkhorsefive0]

An Extra Heavy is not what I would want to use with treble hooks on top water. A medium action with more bend into the back bone is better for keeping trebles pinned and not ripping them out.

[@davidbartsch255]

Definitely the worst part of my fishing is my jig fishing. Always wanted to get better. Hard to get a feel for it with slow bites and limited time

[@donovansaunders1616]

Same here brother

[@Just_A_Name14]

Been throwing them two years and still haven’t caught one on a jig

[@DoctorSess]

@@Just_A_Name14then you need to do something different

[@dapossum7555]

@@Just_A_Name14 get a green pumpkin jig with a chunk trailer and dip the claws in chartreuse. Then go to a bluff wall where the river channel swings next to it and pitch it up against the wall. I had ZERO confidence until earlier this summer and now it’s hard for me to put it down.

[@jonboatjake]

lock it in your hand man, force yourself until you get those bites. it’s my #1 confidence bait

[@SimonC82686]

There's something wrong with the Dirty Jigs compact pitchin jigs in the hematoma color, I ordered some in both 3/8 and 1/2. All the 3/8 size were fine but the 1/2 sizes were wrong, I got 2 1/2 jigheads that were right and the rest were 3/8 size jigheads packed into a 1/2 labeled package. Even the replacements TW is sending are 3/8 size jigheads in a 1/2 size labeled package.

[@comatoseg2771]

Love jig fishing u can catch anything on a jig. The only downside is if ur not patient it’s going to suck and not be fun