Do you like fishing worms for Summer bass? Do you want to catch bigger bass? Its time to try BIG worms! Fishing a big worm is easy and can usually be done with gear you already own. In today’s video Tim covers his favorite baits, favorite hooks and rigging options, and explains when and where to throw each style. If you’re ready to target bigger bass, its time to give this a try!
Big worms come in all shapes and sizes. They can be Texas-rigged, Carolina-rigged, Wacky rigged, or thrown on a big shaky head. There is a time for a straight tail worm and a time for a curly tail worm. Color is a whole different topic by itself! The whole thing can seem overwhelming when you’re looking down a wall of soft plastics in the tackle shop! Today Tim is going to make it much simpler.
Below you’ll find links to our favorite worms from all the different brands. We’ve included color recommendations for each worm and favorite rigging options as well. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included links to our favorite rod/reel combos at different budgets for throwing these bigger worms.
Our Favorite “Standard” Worm…
-NetBait T-Mac 6.5″ Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9
Colors- Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin, Kentucky Special
Rigging-Canterbury Shaky Head 3/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V
Favorite “Larger” Straight Tail Worms…
-Zoom Magnum Trick Worm: http://bit.ly/2iwZAyo
Colors- Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Watermelon Red
-Strike King 8″ Bull Worm: http://bit.ly/2Iqhy3w
Colors- TW Green Pumpkin, Bama Bug, JuneBug
-Big Bite Baits 8″ Finesse Worm: https://bit.ly/384mIjl
Colors- Blue Fleck, Plum Apple, Watermelon Red
Rigging- Dirty Jigs Magnum Stand Up Head 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2apouhn
Favorite BIG Straight Tails…
-Yum Mighty Worm: https://bit.ly/2Yajojh
Colors- Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Blue Fleck
-Strike King 10″ Bull Worm: http://bit.ly/2IVzvuS
Colors- Black Blue Swirl, Green Pumpkin Candy, Tequila Sunrise
Favorite BIG Wacky Worms…
Magnum Baits 10″ Soft Stick Bait: http://bit.ly/2KBhPWU
Colors- Black Blue, Green Pumpkin, Delta Dark Purple
Rigging- Frenzy Wack-A-Sack Wacky Hook: http://bit.ly/2oFduEq
Favorite BIG Curly Tails…
-Zoom Ol Monster 10.5″: http://bit.ly/2adPtjs
Colors: Black Red Flake, Candy Bug, Watermelon Red
-Zoom Ol Monster 12.5″: http://bit.ly/2P5QZbq
Colors: Blue Fleck, Green Pumpkin
-Big Bite Baits B2 10″: https://bit.ly/2BfL51p
Colors: Green Pumpkin Junebug, Junebug, Watermelon Red
Magnum Shaky Heads…
-Hog Farmer Magnum Shaky Head: https://bit.ly/2Ylm79I
-Dirty Jigs Magnum Horseshoe Head: https://bit.ly/3gcYsyn
-Owner Magnum Shaky Football Head: https://bit.ly/2VlgJBA
Texas Rigging Components…
Weight- 3/4 oz Swagger Vader Tungsten Worm Weight: https://bit.ly/3c28mks
Hook- 11/0 Owner Oversize Worm: http://bit.ly/2C1EZ4s
Hook- 7/0 Owner Jungle Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z
Peg- 6th Sense Peg X: http://bit.ly/2bHjowk
High-End Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7’5″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/36fIHCg
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
Line- Sunline FX2 60 lb: http://bit.ly/31u57xA
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
Our Favorite Big Worm Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’7″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
Budget Big Worm Combo…
Shimano Intenza 7’4″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Line- Power Pro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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Equipment We Recommend…
Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP
Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2tfxFvw
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: http://bit.ly/2FNdnQr
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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kalin's 3" lunker grubs with a 1/8th oz made in america grub head jig will out fish any of these fancy rigs-just talkin for the older folks
what size EWG hook should i use?
Another great way to fish the old monster is to put it on a wabble head
Thanks alot hopefully you'll do a big worm video this year love you guys knowledge and videos.
me looking to see if anybody else fishes with a 2 foot worm
Thanks for this info! Great stuff
Did Uptons go out of business?
Y'all got me sad let's show the three inch worms some love c'mon guys
Tennessee=Time for an Allison!
Where is the spot to get the information???
What ur setup for a trick worm, what line, rod and reel do you recommend?
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View 4 !!! Just a 💥💥💥💥 vid!!!!!
I’ve been throwing 10 inch googan squad mondo worm
I threw magnum finesse worm in the rain today and caught a 5-6 lbder
What situations would make you change to a ribbon tail over straight or vice versa?
"DUNG!!!" I damn near jumped out of my chair to set the hook! Gonna need some advanced notice when you're gonna do that.
Good video 👍👍! As a current YouTuber, I am contantly searching for fresh ideas! Good Job!
Thanks Tim. How long a leader are you using? How are you not getting the knot caught in the casting rods eyelets?
all i use is 20 lb braid , should I still use a liter ?
Tim, I'm curious if you've done it video covering the Magnum swim worm. I'm very curious as to their use and the best time to throw them. Thank you so much for all the hard work you guys make a huge difference.
Eat, sleep, fish, repeat
I wish I could just “dabble” with different fishing styles. i’m either all in or not doing it. when I got into big swimbaits, I dove in head first. granted i’m not spending a ton of money and buying top end baits or gear, but i’ve still got dedicated set ups for throwing big baits. I know if i started throwing giant worms, it’d be the same thing. lol.
Can you guys add Underwater/ catch footage for these style videos so that we can see bait action and how you guys work the baits and where you throw them. Love your videos and have gained so much knowledge because of you guys 👍
Have you guys tried the Grandebass Airtail series?
You give lessons?
My wife thinks that my worm is deadly
I'm curious, why do you say you use a monofilament leader instead of a fluorocarbon leader? I would think the abrasion resistance and invisibility of fluorocarbon would make it a better choice than monofilament?
Awesome big platics worm tips! were literally going out right now after watching your video LOL Game ON!!
also feel free to comment on our channel what type of micro minnow Jackson caught ? is it a bass ya think? help us figure it out and if we should let it back in it natural habitat? of course we did
Hands down, my favorite summertime lure. Preferably red ones!
What kind and test line is best to use
I fish everything on a spinning rod 🤷🏼♂️
How do you attach the braid to the heavy mono and how long is mono leader?
Why a mono leader and not a floro leader?
Review 13 fishing omen black 3
Any special considerations rigging for shallow farm ponds? I’ve got some spots that are very thick with grass and algae this time of year. I typically go top water or weightless, never tried a 10” weightless worm tho.
I recently got back into fishing and I’ve been getting skunked every time I go out this Summer. It’s gotten so bad I now say “I just want to catch A fish.” I’ve tried TX rig, crank baits, weightless senko, spinner baits, whopper plopper, buzz bait, etc. I’ve even tried three separate lakes. I guess I’ll try a giant worm next. After that I’m just throwing dynamite in the damn lake.
What lake are you fishing in Tennessee