How To: Set up a Wacky Rig for Bass

Tips N Tricks January 23, 2026 2 views
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Today we talk about how to set up a wacky rig for Bass Fishing. This might be the most bass catching rig of all time. We’ll break down the rod, line, hooks, and baits I like to use most for the wacky rig.

LINKS TO GEAR DISCUSSED IN THIS VIDEO:

Hooks:
– VMC Wacky Neko #1 & #2 sizes https://lcshop.co/AOqUPR
– VMC Weedless Neko #1 & #2 sizes https://lcshop.co/QOJghm

Crossover Bands:
– #6 for standard 5″ stickworm. #5 size for finesse worms https://lcshop.co/DfIyNB

Crossover Pliers: https://lcshop.co/AYi8lL

Worms:
– 5″ Crush City Pigstick https://lcshop.co/CvUEta
– Crush City Janitor Worm (finesse worm) https://lcshop.co/r907Bc

Rods:
– Budget: 7′ MF St. Croix Black Bass https://lcshop.co/Fyr8mm
– Mid-Range: 7′ MF St. Croix Avid https://lcshop.co/FEq6eP
– Higher End: 6’8″ MXF St. Croix Legend Tournament Bass https://lcshop.co/zQfJU8

Reel: 3000 Size Spinning Reel https://lcshop.co/zpnD0f

Line:
– Main Line: Sufix 832 10lb https://lcshop.co/AGnecF
– Leader Line: 8-12lb Sufix Advanced Fluorocarbon https://lcshop.co/QbM95C

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