Swim Jig Tips for Early Spring Bass – Why Fishing the Wind Works!

Tips N Tricks January 1, 2026 7 views
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Catch early spring bass by targeting windy spawning flats with a swim jig! In this on-the-water session, I break down why fishing WITH the wind (instead of against it) is a game-changer on tough, windy days—covering water fast to find active fish around beds and sand pockets.

Key tips covered:
• Using shallow water anchors (Raptors) to stay pinned and make precise casts in strong wind
• Slow-rolling a ¼ oz swim jig with 40 lb braid across spawning areas
• Why dirty water and carp activity don’t scare bass
• Spotting beds with Mega Live and 360 imaging
• A brand-new trailer I’m loving on swim jigs this year (link below!)

Full moon spawn is firing up—perfect timing for this pattern.

👇 Gear Links (affiliate – helps the channel at no extra cost to you):
• Minn Kota Raptors Shallow Water Anchors: https://tinyurl.com/raptoranchors
• Humminbird Mega Live & MEGA 360: https://alnk.to/ge94nzN
• New Swim Jig Trailer (my new favorite!): https://biwaa-usa.com/collections/soft-plastics-creature-baits/products/warax-3
• Swim Jigs: https://tinyurl.com/SwimJigs
• Reel: https://tinyurl.com/DaiwaTatulaEliteReels
• 40 lb Braid: https://tinyurl.com/Defiant8xBraid

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