4 Jig Fishing Tricks You Need When Its HOT!

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Heading out to my Local Pond knowing that there's a Tactical Bassin video waiting for me when I return home. Life is good.

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

@@BrownTrout1238 Like most everything else, it has its advantages and disadvantages. I wish you good health and good fortune on your journey.

[@jimbothedinkslayer9124]

@@BrownTrout1238 ugt k

[@dustycamaro7908]

Throw a jig

[@canam2436]

I love this guy. His enthusiasm is contagious

[@horface_17]

Watched this video at 6am, drove to the lake and tied on a jig, applied your tips and boom nice 3 lbr out of the rocks to start the day off. Thanks for always sharing the excellent info, Matt! 😁

[@jimliechty2983]

Jig fanatic here ...in my past 30 years of jig fishing, 95% of the time I go compact, and also go compact in my trailer. What I have recently concluded, I think my jig represents a tadpole, leech, cicada, or other creatures or insects that is "dessert"! It gives me 100percent confidence, and makes it easy because black is magical! ....no fiddling with other colors or trailers, and straight to the juice!

[@drock5404]

I live in an area with many creeks and rivers that have some serious mood swings and are often muddy but fairly shallow. That compact profile in a dark color is my go-to and always gets me bites, regardless of the season. Tight lines man!

[@smoke14PB]

What size weight do you typically use?

[@fish2much12]

I took Tim's tip of throwing a z man stick bait worm on a swinging jig! Immediately started catching bigger fish! I always have a jig tied on too.

[@learningtofish7036]

You guys instructed on bait, technique and tackle. I listened. Bought my first bait caster this year. 7th cast got me a 4+ pound MALE small mouth in a river, ^^^with a pitchin jig and sweet beaver trailer. I wish I had more time to fish.

[@rich_v]

Not a jig fish, but my nephew caught his pb smallie(2.44) on a ned rig. What you said about shade is very true. When its hot out, look for any shade, especially in deep waters. I saw that the dock we were on had some shade. We were fishing clear water to, probably 20ft or so of visiblility. So i told my nephew to cast his ned rig out into the shade and slowly work it back. He hooked up within the first 2 or 3 little hops. He fought that thing like a champ.

[@mikesherman1523]

Always look forward to new TacticalBassin videos!

[@MrJohnB-qs6dp]

Great instructional video!!👊🏻 Learned something about the weed guard that I've never heard before. Thanks for sharing that info on the weed guard!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!!

[@chrisshreve1736]

I consider this my bass college! There have been times, i have said to my friends, " i learned how to do that from Tactical Bassin". If there is anybody that may be doubting what this man is saying, i challenge you to try it. Thanks for what i am learning from all of you at Tactical Bassin. I have witnessed my whole family become better anglers because of Y'all taking your knowledge and sharing it with the world.

[@matthewotis3594]

I love throwing the jig all year. It's my confidence bait. And it flat out gets the job done. And I must agree on the crawdad thing. They jump then pump. Normally like you said but I've seen them pump all the way across a creek. My small 3 to 5 foot wide creek. Man learns a lot watching the critters

[@jdw88devils]

Explanation of how you do different retrieval techniques is super valuable, my favorite part of this video. Thanks!

[@justinrathbun5244]

Caught my 8.1lb PB throwing a football jig with a kinky beaver trailer last week! Always appreciate the great videos Matt!

[@googanslayer6675]

nice catch

[@deline8ed619]

Hog heaven. Nice work

[@samaxe3489]

First year fishing bass and my 2nd year ever fishing. I average a bass an hour at my local lake and just caught my first one on a buzz bait. I reference tactical basin to everyone telling them I watch all the videos for key information.

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

I hope you have a lot of fun and build some great memories while enjoying this incredible pastime. TB is a great resource; some of their suggestions need to be tailored to your location (I'm in Florida, so I know this well) but I have found their information to be rock-solid. Good luck out there!

[@bobbarnhill8557]

Great info! I switched up from the Keitech to the Picasso little spotty. The Keitech bait keeper is part of the molded head and would break off. The Picasso is 100 percent tungsten with tungsten weed guards. The Picasso just holds up better. It took me awhile to get away from the football jig and switch to the pitching jig but I’m glad I did. The pitching jig comes through heavy grass so much better. Matt you giving away secrets. Haha I also do two subtle pulls with the rod during a drag as well. Each technique has is place.

[@drock5404]

Thanks Matt! Love the way you guys present the goods. Not to single anyone out, but a lot of guys on KZbin tend to be a bit condescending in the bass fishing world.

[@rodneysmith4153]

I am a jig fishing fanatic. In my opinion, the NRX+ 873CRR is the best all around jig rod. You can throw every jig you mention on that rod except the heaviest jigs.

[@robertdtimmerman6507]

I love jig fishing. It’s not possible to make to many videos about jig fishing. Appreciate the info.

[@flamer3869]

I went out today with the Shimano WM115 sp like you suggested and caught a striper within with first few minutes!

[@waltermcwilliams1182]

My wife had herside scanning sonar on while I was watching this episode. Surprised me with a Braillist for my birthday today! Been on my wish list quite awhile.

[@colejfishingadventures]

I also love making fishing videos and really enjoy your videos!! Great video!! 🤝🤝

[@horaiyo]

This year I finally committed to learning to fish jigs, and compact pitching jigs are my go to now. An added benefit to committing to jigs is my skipping has gotten dramatically better.

[@collector_effectors]

Been skunked all week and it's hot and still. Just in the nick of time! 🎣🙏

[@pfft7738]

straight up best intro on all of youtube.

[@jesustorrez4520]

Og here and man I'm a tackle junky and I got some sweet gear from all you do and talk about I'm better than the average Joe I live on a river and I need more. About river fishing giant smalls and large heads. thanks for both you gentlemen that you do here. We love you here in the great state of the giant small mouth State Michigan. Thanks again and maybe one day I can meet you or fish with both you boys.

[@andris2513]

15:52 the most popular method of how to break a spinning rod 👍😁

[@bjcox6695]

I just tried stroking a jig this morning out on a clear-water strip mine for the first time; only dinks today, but they SMACKED it! Awesome video, Matt! 🎣

[@scottehrlich6653]

“ pay attention because you’re already in the backseat “ classic Matt. Did he slip in some old saguaro lake Arizona footage? Thanks for the double pump trick. Over

[@tacticalbassin]

Very keen eye 😜

[@patriotmadness6231]

Thanks brother

[@Killoer]

Had a few nice fish on jigs, but not quite confident in them - Ill try these tips and see if I can land more fish/quality ones.

[@jamesparker4095]

Awesome video and very helpful brother thanks for the advice and hopefully I will be sending you a picture of 2 of the the next few jig fish that I get

[@countryfriedfishing]

Im transitioning to a 7’9”H Siren for my footballs and pitching jigs. Im in agreement about the right rod. Ive been playing with several rod series the last few years and the 7’9”H Siren is my cream. In grass I like my Fenrirs. Up to 1 1/2oz and the Fenrirs are golden in grass.

[@McFish_Snatcher]

We fish a jig the EXACT same way. I've always double pumped and I stoke it quite often. Even do the same tuck into the body and really use the hips to pull through the stroke. Keeps less tension on the fingers so you can feel the craw flapping then the crush like no other

[@VinceNiergarth]

Thanks guys for your hard work!

[@eddieboswell6068]

Thanks Matt for some good video on the jig, I really enjoy fishing the jig for bigger fish!

[@timothythompson6549]

Matt, I had a precancerous lesion frozen off my nose yesterday morning. Please keep harping on the skin care!

[@thomac131]

Awesome as always! Thank you for the best info!!!

[@Milehighsnake98]

The tiny paca chunk works amazing on the tiny football jigs (both the Keitech tungsten and the Jewel Peewee football jig), I also have used the Strike king ned craw.

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Those Pacas are great. I've done well recently with their Mad Paca creature bait.

[@learningtofish7036]

Thank you Matt

[@brandonsmith606]

Another great bunch of info to get more fish thank you as always

[@bassmedic]

love using a jig. caught some of my best fish on some 6th scene and trashmaster jigs.

[@rickyreynolds9056]

I struggle with confidence in my jig fishing or the jig in general but I’m trying lol. Thanks for the info and I will let you know 😅

[@scottjaworskifishing1598]

Good Stuff as Always

[@mxbass1036]

Crazy how 95% of what I own is tactical inspired.

[@fish2much12]

Me too lol

[@williamlillibridge8473]

What is the name of one of your videos where you go in depth about color lines in a lake? That's something new that I'd like to try. Another great video as always, I've been doing really good with the techniques I've learned from you guys!

[@LimitedGunnerGM]

The Zman turbo craws are also killer on a football. You mentioned the swimming trailer when stroking, I recently tried the Zman Goat on a swim jig with great results. White on white

[@NedRigNerd]

In Ohio the heat is out the door. Fall is officially here. No more 90°+ days. Evenings are getting into the low 60s. I really wish there was more Fishing channels on KZbin that don't only cater to the South. When ever a fishing KZbinr who don't live up North, they always say these baits work up North also. 80% of the time no, no it don't. I lived in the south for over a decade and sorry but when I hear shit like it works up North too. It's very irritating especially times when it's almost or over 100° in the south and in the 70s up North. When you have that kind difference in temp. Fishing is completely different. But this is a problem for most KZbin fishing channels. They don't really care about covering the whole country. Only where they are.

[@jackolson8775]

I feel like up here in the Midwest we are about 3 weeks behind whatever seasonal trend they've got down south. Yes, most of the time, it dont work the same up here. ....and summer is def. not out the door yet. We may be on a run of some cooler temps (Im in Wi) but its the 2nd week of August, we got another month of summer weather, at least.

[@NedRigNerd]

@@jackolson8775 it's definitely out the door here in Ohio. Water temp in my area already dropped almost 10° in past two weeks.

[@jackolson8775]

@@NedRigNerd No kidding ? Wow. Not here .

[@jackolson8775]

@@NedRigNerd Here I am , less than a week later, probably started 3 days after this post.....night time temps in the mid 50s, water temps down....

[@pfft7738]

tacticalbassin why haven't you came out with a burn burn burn pause shirt yet?

[@kenmccarthyfishing]

Thank you Matt,deadly information 🔥🔥

[@garagedoortec4083]

Appreciate the tips! Thanks bud

[@CBALLZ666]

Is the Levante Brailist a decent substitute over the Orochi Brailist if we don't have the funds for the more expensive rod???

[@1Cast1Fish]

I'm a summer jig junkie myself :)

[@yakmanJ]

Love the vid jigs are my fav bait for sure!! Keep it up bro

[@drock5404]

Keitech + Z-Man = success for sure! My 2 favorite brands for river smallies (my addiction).

[@rossrobichaux9425]

Going jigging tomorrow at city Park Nola never fished there before

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Good luck out there!

[@lpoutdoor4222]

I found that the 7’7 medium heavy phoenix feather rod with SLX DC with 15 pound fluorocarbon is a Great option for the Keitech football jigs I caught seven small mouths on it just today.

[@countryfriedfishing]

I stick to 3/4 and 1oz Hack Attcks in grass. 1/2oz in winter and spring. I live in middle Ga and fish grass all year long.

[@irod7]

Love these tips

[@oldsoul6483]

My favorite jig is strike king bitsy bug.

[@badmofo350]

I know I wasn't the only one hoping to see Matt hook up with a giant during the jig stroking demo.

[@nextgenclassiccarsofIL]

I must have missed a video along the way. what is the color line?

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Matt explains it starting at 7:10 in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYHFZIGinpirqc0 . Good luck out there!

[@steve4321able]

Is the Braillist a good rod for straight braid?

[@johnpogorzelski4870]

What happened to a 7'11" Expride being your favorite jig rod? 🤔🤔

[@peterwilly9240]

What about the p5 destroyer x bites instead of the orochi brailist

[@philipekdahl4881]

Hi great video . What’s the length of the g Loomis Finesse rod ? Heavy ? Thanks .

[@solaydbak]

Matt have you ever set the hook on a bass and got back scales? I would have thought it was a carp but it came up and I saw a 8lb bass shake it's head but my bait wasn't in it. It's almost like I hooked into the side of her.she ended up coming off.

[@danaparks8812]

What if all I have are spin casting combos? Can I use your same techniques with them for those different jig setups? Only one of my combos has 100% fluorocarbon the rest has between 6:00 and 8 lb monofilament. I really don't think my setups were really meant for fluorocarbon or braid. I was thinking of trying to tape some braid line to my spin casting reel so that it doesn't rip off my spool, I'm not sure if that would work though. I'd hate to have to go out and just get a braid ready reel. I switched to fluorocarbon the other day hearing that that was really what one of the bass fisherman that I subscribe to said you need to definitely have at least one set up with fluorocarbon, and they said it had to be at least 15 lb test. I bought 10 lb at Walmart and then I saw that and went back and switched it for 15. I don't know what I did wrong, but all I did was get Big Bird's nest knots every time I tried to cast because apparently I had too much line on my reel. I always know that the more line you have on the better it casts, but not so much I guess if it's too heavy for the reel, it just kept on unspooling for me, and creating a not so pleasant fishing atmosphere, so I went back to one of my other combos with just straight mono on it and I caught four largemouth bass immediately (more or less like in a 15 minute time span) and I was fishing upon, that's in Florida. The water was an aqua greenish color. Not too dirty, clear for like the first 10 ft out so I could see some things lurking out there. Also used basically just a long stick warm and wacky rigged it, and caught all four fish on that only. I started at 6:00 in the morning and I went to around 9:30. Seems like the only time I can get a decent bite anymore right now is early in the morning just as the sun is coming up. Thanks for all you do sorry this was so long I appreciate everything I'm taking notes all the time, I had to rewind this video several times to write certain things down so I can go out and get them! God bless!

[@marcanzlovar72]

Matty, can I throw that keitech micro jig on the 610 M Expride?

[@jakerinaldi4766]

I’ve heard you guys mention that some jig rods can pull double duty on some big baits like the Waver 168. Would the Braillist work well for that stuff too, or would I need to jump up to the Perfect Pitch?

[@jasonrayvancamp7508]

great videos

[@rickyrodriguez9831]

I have an orochi brailist but I only have 12lb line on my tatula SV reel! I’m going to upsize to at least 16 or 18lb

[@BenFranklin813]

I needed this vid

[@Spiritbro77]

I wish I could fish jigs here but in this area from late spring until late fall the weeds are way too thick. Which I like because I can fish a lot of other baits and bass love weeds. :) I do fish from shore so that makes the difference.

[@wetmylinetv1177]

An idea: talk about why you use the expensive Rods what your really getting out of it other then sensitivity

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Three years old, but this may help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHTNoGWZqr-Fjas . Apologies if you've seen it already. Good luck out there!

[@johno7435]

As the water gets hot (over 89 degrees), I do find they struggle and are less likely to chase a lure. I have been trying everything for the past week and managed to catch one bass late at night on a large senko just sitting on the bottom in 15-20 feet of water. I fished for hours over several days and only got an ocasional light bump on senkos but only one bass really took the worm. I also realized I needed to wait 10-15 seconds until the fish started to swim away before setting the hook, especially on the large worms. I will try a jig again but worried that with this heat, the bass would not have the energy to go after it. Your thoughts?

[@YaMutha2169]

It can be tough in the heat, going super slow is a great option, but trying to draw a reaction bite may be more helpful! Hop your baits, put heavier weights on so they sink faster, anything to make your bait fall faster has always been very helpful for me.

[@mxbass1036]

If you're fishing 15-20 feet it might not be 89 degrees down there. Try a deep crank or be more aggressive with a big worm ( ribbon tail ). Just my thoughts.

[@johno7435]

@@YaMutha2169 they are so lethargic and cautious now that they mouth or lightly pick up the bait a few times but not enough to set a hook. If they feel a weight, they drop it quickly so big worms fished slowly weightless and waiting until they really take it in for 5-10 seconds or longer seems to be the only thing working.

[@johno7435]

@@mxbass1036 they appear to be too sluggish in this heat to chase anything. I have tried deep crank baits, rattle traps, lipless crankbaits, square bills and even Jack hammers which normally work but not a bite.

[@johno7435]

@@mxbass1036 I did try a ribbon tail worm tonight and got a bite but it bit the tail off only 😉

[@stevencochran4274]

I actually like the mike Ike middle baits compact jig but I’m with on compact but with weight I need 3/8 1/2 …..

[@ely410]

Thank you for this, I have a couple of jigs that I’ve been wanting to try out. One of the issues I run into is snagging. I’m limited to fishing on the banks at the lake I’m at. Majority of the lake has downed trees and submerged branches. It’s difficult to jig fish (at least for me) in areas that have those lay downs because there’s a high probability that my hook will snag. I constantly texas rig and at times, it still happens. If you have any advice or tips on ways to reduce the amount of snagging that could occur, that would be helpful. Thanks for this video

[@svanginault]

My swim jigs are my go to for fishing lay downs and heavy cover. I can cast those things with confidence in the heaviest of cover and hardly ever get hung up

[@funkymojo111]

When I am fishing areas in high probability of getting snagged, I pay very close attention to the weed guard stiffness; weak guards for more open water. Also try using the banjo line snap and/or heavier line. I use monofilament because the stretch can sometimes get me the slack I need to come loose. Last option is to wrap the line around my pliers, turn my back to the snag and slow pull.

[@WashedKevin]

can you stroke a texas rig? I do similar actions to stroking a jig but its less aggressive

[@Pnwfishin12]

I’m bouta head out to a big lake and a pitching jig might just work

[@phiology1983]

Its a deadly technique If you master it. I think its one of the best ways to catch big bass and even big cats

[@unitedivide2789]

So I am new to fishing for more than just fun. Big time budget. Lews open face xfinity rod. I just can’t have three or four different set ups right now. I do have a smaller lews crappie rig I use for smaller lures. Both set ups are great for the price. What am I supposed to do if I can’t buy a 200$ set up. I feel like the same theory I use in music fully applies here .I have been playing guitar 25 years. I can play a 100$ takamine or my high end Taylor and both sound great. To the ear the listener never knows the difference. So am I right ? Is it more about technical ability than gear?

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

I firmly believe that ability is more important than gear. That being said, it's nice to have equipment you can depend on. One of the things I like about TB is their tradition of sharing their gear preferences at various price points; they have done $100 dollar combo Buyers Guides. I'm primarily a bank angler, so I stay away from high-end gear; there are just too many hazards lurking along the shoreline for me to feel comfortable with 400-500 dollars' worth of fishing equipment in my hands. Let me share a couple of their past videos; hopefully they'll help answer some of your questions. Matt did a "cheap vs expensive" video about three years ago: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHTNoGWZqr-Fjas . Also, here is one of the aforementioned $100 dollar combo Buyers Guides (check out the other price point guides if you haven't): kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3aVp6BtmrFlhrM . Hope that helps a little bit. Edit: One more for you: Matt's Top 5 Rods for Bass Fishing. I thought this was a fantastic break-down for how to build your combo collection. Enjoy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6fLeWqLZ66Ci6s .

[@greenbladesofgrass]

I can’t afford tungsten. Same weight for lead?

[@jonaslindstrom7337]

yo, do you guys got any recommendation for a huuuge backpack ? im a bait junky aswell, and im running out of space, with my 3600 / 3700 plano boxes in my current bait bag

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Some options in this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqKzpHWoa7Z3lZo . I've thrown out the idea for a Bank Anglers Buyers Guide.

[@MrCobb-rq8iv]

I wanna see more fishin from that fisherWoman; I know she's got something to say.

[@georgiabowhunter]

Why do all bait caster reels have the handle on the wrong side?

[@izatrini439]

Bro I would pay you to take me fishing! You guys are bad a..! Lol ✌️ 👏

[@Tiresmoke7]

I really like the Keitech Tungsten Football but , it is the worst around wood. It gets hung every time. The weed guard is too light to fish around wood.

[@anthonyboland3152]

Just got done this morning, smashed em on a green pumpkin

[@shaunroberts9361]

It works trust me. It works....

[@InfamousKiddXD]

The xtasy from dobyns is way better than the brailist in sensitivity imo and stronger back bone but so light paired with a daiwa zillion forget about it.

[@natebroughton1795]

For the Keitech finesse jig. NRX+ 853C or Megabass P5 Dark Sleeper? (Don't have a 6'10" MH) thanks

[@tacticalbassin]

Between those two, I'd go Dark Sleeper 👍🏼

[@eagleeye9549]

Keep it simple, 1/4 oz ball head with Yamamoto hula grub on 6 pound. Problem solved. A consistent catcher!

[@jacquelynswartz4671]

Dude my mojo bass medheavy fast action tip st Croix rod is the best jug rod out there 7 foot dude if they bite my jig they will not come off there pegged and it’s only 150 bucks st Croix backs all there rods so you brake it they replace it and I have gotten a brand new rod for braking my tip in my door so I only buy st Croix now

[@Saber_Outdoors]

Jigs don't have rules. You can't fish them wrong. All colors go with all other colors

[@rafabonati7757]

No one knows the technical information about rods, reels, and baits more than Matt Allen. An example is how off the cuff he comes up with how the Concept C reel is 1 oz heavier than another more expensive reel, but half the price. Tackle Junkie? Tackle Expert!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Rafa! Junkie or Expert, I'll take it as a compliment ☺️

[@thepipejunkie8359]

I have a horrible mind...when he started talking about stroking the jig, I was like, you WHAT??

[@robstone1489]

Fishing from a kayak so number of rods I can take is limited. If you had to pick one rod to throw any of those jigs up to 3/4 oz which would it be?

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

That Braillist he talks about handles up to 1 oz. jigs. If that's too pricey, the St. Croix Bass-X linked as "Budget all-around" in the description also does up to 1 . Hope that helped. Good luck out there!

[@walter992]

Just checked Tackle Warehouse and they don't list a 7'7" Expride. Only XH is a 7'3"

[@tacticalbassin]

It's the 7'7" Heavy, if I said XH I misspoke. Look under Expride B instead of regular Expride.

[@walter992]

@@tacticalbassin Got it thanks. Perfect timing. I just broke my GLX and $130 for an expedited replacement I will look at the Expride.

[@JawjaTV]

Fishing has become so technical and advanced nowadays with these dudes while the fish still bite the exact same. Lol you don't need $100,000 in boat rod reel lures and fancy clothes to catch em. Keep it simple and you'll have more success.

[@dougwigginton3983]

Will the real Doug DeMuro please stand up