Whether you’re brand new to fishing or a seasoned pro, this time of year you need to know 3 basic techniques. The Wacky Rig ( Senko ), The Shaky Head Worm, and the Texas Rig Creature Bait are must haves! Today we’re looking at how to rig (and fish) each method, as well as watching underwater footage of how the different rigs move underwater.
This video is back to the basics! We get so caught up in the details of fishing that sometimes we forget to cover the basics. No matter how often you fish, these 3 rigs should be in every angler’s Spring time arsenal. From shallow cover, to grass, to offshore structure, these rigs get big when others don’t.
Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and colors we use for each rig, along with details on hooks, weights. We’ve also included our favorite affordable rods and reels for fishing these techniques effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each.
*STICK BAITS…*
•Yamamoto 5” Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Black Flake
•Yum 5” Dinger: http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF
Colors: Green Pumpkin, Elders Magic
*STICK BAIT RIGGING…*
Weedless Wacky– Hayabusa WRM201: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0
Size: 1/0
Standard Wacky– Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM
Size: 1/0
Wacky Band– VMC Crossover Ring: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz
Size: 5” Senko – 7MM, 6” Senko – 8MM
Texas Rig– Owner Offset Shank Worm: http://bit.ly/2D9Pmj0
Size: 4/0
*SHAKY HEAD WORMS…*
•Netbait T Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9
Colors: Black Grape, Junebug, Bama Bug
•MissileBaits 6” Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB
Colors: Missile Morning, Junebug Dream
*SHAKY HEAD HOOKS…*
•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shakey: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V
Size: 3/16 oz
•Owner Shakey UltraHead: http://bit.ly/2iofJdg
Size: 3/16 oz
*TEXAS RIGGED CREATURES..*
•MissileBaits D Stroyer: http://bit.ly/2QiTTrM
Colors: Super Bug, Copper Chopper
•MissileBaits Baby D Stroyer: http://bit.ly/3248BXL
Colors: Super Bug, Green Pumpkin
•Reaction Innovations Man Bear Pig: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV
Colors: Dirty Wizard, Magic Craw Swirl
•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h
Colors: Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Blue
*TEXAS RIGGING COMPONENTS…*
Hook– Owner All Purpose Soft Bait: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW
Size: 4/0
Weight– Freedom Tackle Tungsten: https://bit.ly/3TY1qvu
Size: 3/8 oz
Weight Peg– VMC Sinker Stops: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4
*BUDGET SENKO SPINNING COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Intenza 7’ Medium: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn
Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5
Line– Sunline Super FC 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
*BUDGET SHAKY HEAD SPINNING COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7’1” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6
Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5
Line– Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
*BUDGET TEXAS RIG CASTING COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano SLX A 7’2” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc
Reel– Shimano SLX XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line– Power Pro Braid (40 lb): http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix
*TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)*
We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here…
TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY… *
Trolling Motor– Minn Kota Ultrex 112: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics– Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Anchors– Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Camera– GoPro Hero 9: http://bit.ly/2KQ0VEI
*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…*
Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Storage Box: https://bit.ly/3U9y4cl
Favorite Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!
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I think I like watching Tim a little more .. I think im just getting tired of everyone and their Cum mops …
Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved
Don't forget the Fat Ika when those senkos fail.
too much talking. Get to the point bro
Excellent. Love the techniques and teachings. Thanks for sharing. I have enjoyed success with the Texas rig Berkeley Powerbait blue fleck worm over the years. Will be adding these new ones.
I’ve been using the black angel lures shakey head called the snitch. I found them on tackle warehouse. Screw lock and stands up great.
No mention of Dry Creek double dipped tubes? Goby if you have signal or Clearwater craws and watermelon slice if you have red swamp?
No mention of Jackall Flick Shakes body hooked 2/3 of the way down with a speck of nail weight in the nose on an owner light mosquito?
No Zooms the fluke in smoke'n shad or baby bass on a Gammy Size 1 EWG with assorted ss at the nose or weightless?
C'mon guys! Get with the program!
Awesome content as always! You guys are the best!
Tacticalbassin has been on my TV or phone 95% of the time I've been on YouTube the last 2-3 months. I just started fishing again this yr when I got a kayak after almost 10yrs and realized I'm a horrible fisherman 😂. I was always pulling huge pond bass figured I was good but now realize they'd hit anything. These vids help me figure out how to actually use what I'm buying.
I NEED HELP! It's been HOT, sunny (NOT A CLOUD), and slick calm. My water is still in the Prespawn range, upper 50's, maybe still under 60°F. I'm getting skunked other than a few small buck bass on wacky rigged stickbaits. Weeds are barely starting, there is some shallow slimey green algae. What would you throw???
I love this style of video full of suggestions and under water videos that show the techniques in action !!
That Destroyer is such a good bait. I use it on my carolina rigs and catch them really well
Definitely nailed the basics here – one of the best things about fishing is that you can use these 3 techniques and always have a good chance of success…. or you can add in more advanced techniques like skipping a jig and push the sport even further. It's cool that there's accessibility on the beginner side and room to move up to higher skill levels.
Make a video for south Texas/ Florida please!
I have a question for any of you experienced bass fishermen. How long, typically, does it take someone new to the sport to get to the point where they can actually catch bass fairly regularly? I just started bass fishing in September of this last year, so I guess I've been at it 6 to 7 months. I HAVE caught a few, but I'd say probably 4 out of every 5 trips out I get totally skunked. Just wondering if this is typical for newbies or if I'm just REALLY bad at it? I'm getting more than a little discouraged, so I was just curious if this is typical or am I just wasting my time?
Tim, have you tried out the X-zone Muscle Back Hawk Hunter?
Another excellent presentation 👍 Really good information and content. Cheers 😀
Questions: How is a shakey head better than a Texas rig of the same weight?
Excellent video presentation Tim. I’ll best using these techniques this weekend at the kayak tournament.
Thank you so much.
Another awesome video Tim 👍🏻 almost like a back to basics. Maybe you and Matt can do a series of videos, call it Back to Basics, for the new anglers coming into the sport. I can’t get enough TacticalBassin content 👍🏻🔥🔥🔥
Folsom temps on Saturday was 52° still 😅
Spending a little to much time with your buddy over the years, if I close my eyes and listen, you guys talk and sound the exact same way.
Do yall use a carolina rig and if so when?
down here in FL that man bear pig gets it
Audio was fine +, never heard a drip.
Is the senko mind numbingly boring to fish? Absolutely. Did a senko catch my all time PB? Absolutely. 😎😂🤙🏽
Suggestion for future video. I'm a power fishing guy. Last year, I started dabbling in finesse presentations. I feel like I "overwork" them sometimes. Could you guys put together a video where you show underwater footage of how you work certain presentations and baits?
Drop shot, especially. Anyway, thanks for all the great info you guys dish out.
What is the hookkeeper on your fishing rod just above where you? Hold it. It looks like it's held on by rubber bands or something thank you
The Tactical boys always put out the best videos with a ton of information, you have an awesome line of your own lures, and I love watching your videos when they come out. Keep up the awesomeness.
Alot of YouTube anglers are going to
"special membership" type videos and charging for it. I hope you guys don't do that
Thanks for great info
What color was that magic worm? Closest I see on TW is passion shad
I like to throw a "ned shot". I tie a drop shot worm on (wacky rigged Senkos work well) with a ned rig instead of a drop shot weight. It doubles my chances of catching one as it allows me to fish the bottom and slightly off the bottom. ✌🏾
Another great video with lots of good info. I have searched and watched videos from a lot of other sites. In my humble opinion this is the best site for bass fishing.
Great video awesome tips
Awesome video love the way you explain things
GREAT VIDEO THANKS.
Hey Tim: Thanks for revealing VMC ring size (7mm) needed for 5" SENKO. I never knew what diameter to buy. Meanwhile I use heat shrink on the middle of my 5" SENKO.
Love my Shaky heads pretty much from Spring to fall up here in the True North as well as my home Province made X Zone plastics here in Ontario Canada. They are the real deal baby! Since it is so hard to find Missile baits up here at an affordable price my favourite Shakyhesd worm is the X Zone MB Fat Finesse Worm. Comes in a great selection of colours and with all X Zone plastics the tails and the claws float! Tim and Matt hopefully you have tried all of the X Zone plastics as they are awesome guys! Great video as always.
As a California basser that has watched your channel for many years, I really appreciate the honest and useful content you guys "crank" out every week. You don't bait for online hits by using secret gimmicks and colors or trash talking, and that is why I always come back to your channel. Matt and Tim must be very proud of what they have built.
Finali American spining! 1000 likes!
Thank you Tim. Thanks for sharing.
Throwin some appreciation for the extent informatively that the Tactical team goes to to bring us all the knowledge and open our eyes to all the different and endless possible combinations and subtle facts that might go unnoticed to the average angler like myself. Thank you Tim and and thank you Matt =)
Another great video Tim. What do you see as the pros/cons of using the Owner Twistlock line of worm hooks for Senkos? I've been using both the light wire and heavy wire versions depending on the situation.
Well said