Let’s head underwater to watch bass eating ned rigs and dropshot worms! Want to become a better angler? Come along as we study this amazing underwater footage of fish behavior while Tim teaches the differences in presentations and how you can use them to match different bass behaviors!
We learn a ton about bass behavior when we head underwater, but we also learn about the lures we’re using. From above, ned worms and dropshot worms don’t look like much but there are huge differences between the different worms when you get them below the surface. Some days a ned will out fish a dropshot and other days it won’t, but you’ve probably never considered that how the bass are positioning in different weather conditions can dictate that outcome. That is just one small take away from this underwater bass footage.
Below you’ll find links to the different baits in the video. We’ve included the exact colors you’re seeing, as well as our favorite rigging components and equipment. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
*NED BAITS IN UNDERWATER SHOTS…*
•Roboworm 4″ Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy
Color: TW Black Blue Pumpkin
•Savage Gear Ned Salamander: https://bit.ly/3rSNi8g
Color: Green Pumpkin
•Roboworm 3″ Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy
Colors: Green Pump Blk, Prism Shad
•Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd
Color: Fishalicious
*DROPSHOT BAITS IN UNDERWATER SHOTS…*
•Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY
Color: Green Pumpkin org blk purp prl
•STH Baitfuel Crush Worm 3.75: https://bit.ly/3Q3mmyz
Color: Dark Smelt
•Zman Trick Shotz: http://bit.ly/2TqJwAR
Color: Twilight
*MORE OF TIM’S FAVORITE BAITS…*
•XZone Ned Zone: http://bit.ly/2mRiYhF
Color: Violet Secret, 309
•Yamamoto 3″ Ned Senko: https://bit.ly/3BIjwL2
Colors: Electric Shad, Baby Bass
•Yamamoto 3″ Shad Shape Worm: https://bit.ly/3vafYg7
Colors: Natural Shad, Monster Shad
*NED RIG HEADS…*
Lead– ZMan Ned Lockz HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK
Size: 1/10th
Tungsten– Swagger Tungsten Flanders: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M
Size: 1/10th
*DROPSHOT COMPONENTS…*
Hook– Owner Mosquito Light: http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Size: 2 or 1
Weight– Swagger Tungsten Pencil: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx
Size: 1/4 oz
*HIGH END FINESSE COMBO…*
Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP
Reel– Shimano Stella FK 2500: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u
Line– Sunline SX1 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ
Leader– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
*BANG FOR THE BUCK FINESSE COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Zodias 7′ Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel– Shimano Vanford 3000: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line– Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
*BUDGET FINESSE COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Mojo Bass 7’6″ Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3UFPcaO
Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5
Line– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
*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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Never caught bass on plastics only fish I can catch with plastics are walleye
too much talking
Worms are an excellent choice for bass! Love them!
Nope the first thing I started with when I started bass fishing was a spinner bait
Been on the struggle bus hard this winter.
What are your thoughts about core shot worms, can you do a video about core shot worms . Are they a clear water bait only ? Great video .
Just an FYI if your not sure you have a fish on your hook, just gently tap the handle of rod. If you have a fish on your lure or soft plastic by tapping handle an get a reaction that's when to reel line as you lower rod tip parallel to water stop once rod is parallel to water. Immediately drop rod tip count to 5 or 6 then set the hook.
Always delivering great quality videos. Thank you! Cheers from Italy 🇮🇹
Thank you #Livinthedream
Can you catch them the same way from the shore if you don't have a boat?
Great information and 100% true I tried it and plenty of bits every time. Thanks
Yes Sir, the Bass and Walleye had been pretty hot on Jerkbaits last week, but when that 20 degrees weather came through Arkansas I was still out catching em on a dropshot. The Spotted bass had red in their mouths like they'd been eating craws, but didn't want a craw bait. Gave em the Netbaits Jr Crush in Goby and they tore em up! Good video Tim…alot of guys won't go back to the basics.
Hey guys, I’m on the market for a high end finesse casting rod to throw Ned rigs, small crank baits, and 2.8 Keitech’s. Any recommendations? Thanks.
Question for either you or Matt I've been having a hell of a time trying to find a drop shot rod that could handle a 3/4 weight for the heavy current I fish. Looking for a mid-range $. Thanks!
The under water videos are always great!
Love the underwater videos thanks for all your work.
Thanks Tim!
Does fishing this slow apply to us guys in SoCal? I am still seeing smaller bass blow up on the surface occasionally. I haven't caught a single fish on a Ned rig on my fishery.
Hey question for y’all! When you tie longer leaders on your bait cast set ups, how do you avoid hurting your thumb with the knot when thumbing the spool on a cast?
Great tips and videos!!
We have flood conditions here in California and you guys have never done anything about fishing rain/muddy water I’d love to see a everything you need to know about rain 🌧️ ❤🙏
Are these techniques out of the question when water clarity is an issue?
S waver pac man a good color ?
Underwater footage was excellent! Lots of insight. Well done.
You guys have grown so much over the years it’s inspiring .
Are there any good markers on the market for painting directly onto soft plastic baits? I've gotta think adding a few details to a bait can help you get more bites. Wether thats drawing on gils, lateral lines, eyes, perch bars, etc. Maybe a sharpie is fine, or maybe they can smell/taste that? Just thinking out loud.
Love the underwater verification of what your describing the bass are doing! This video really makes me want to drop shot and ned rig and I will be trying to test your technique! Thanks Tim!
Great underwater footage!! Makes me wonder how many bass are just watching my lure and I think there's nothing there.
Good stuff and awesome footage! Hey, you guys ever think about doing a live stream, answering subscribers questions etc? I think that'd be a hit.
Love the underwater video.
Man….I try to envision how it might look around my bait down in the water for years and years and years. You guys with your incredible footage helped getting a precise picture of it. That is nothing less but outstanding. Thanks for your excellent work 👍
Any insight into the “ stitching” technique of worm fishing? I know people were doing it with monster worms out west but it is rarely if ever talked about.
Hate to copy the last comment but I can’t help it. Incredible job editing this video. I love how when you were talking about something, you would cut to video that matched ! Great job
Brian in SC
Damn good info right here! Love the reasoning for the open hook Ned rig – bass might hook themselves trying to spit the bait…never thought about that!
6 years of watching and I’m still excited about Monday Wednesday and Friday’s like it’s Christmas morning.
Tackle warehouse must’ve said we need to move some worm inventory
Wow good video right when the exposed hook part . 💪
Tim, I really like your finesse tips. I also like using the ned rig senko and your tips on drop shot fishing, but the killer technique these past two months for me has been neko rigging a Yamamoto D Shad (smoke or olive green) with a 1/32 oz nail weight. I can’t believe how many fish I have caught with the neko rigged D Shad including the biggest bass for me so far this year at 5lb 11oz 😉