The Best Weightless Rig for Pressured Public Ponds (Bank Fishing Bass)

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If you fish pressured public ponds, one technique consistently catches more bass than anything else…

Going weightless.

In this video I show you exactly how I rig weightless soft plastics for bank fishing — the same setup I’ve used for over 35 years to catch big bass in pressured ponds.

This technique works because of one thing: a natural fall.

When bass in public ponds see loud lures all day, a slow natural presentation is often the trigger that makes them bite.

In this video you’ll learn:

• How to rig a weightless worm correctly
• When to use a worm hook vs extra wide gap hook
• How to rig creature baits weightless
• Why a natural fall catches more bass in pressured ponds
• My go-to soft plastics for bank fishing

Whether you’re fishing a Berkley Power Worm, Pit Boss, or your favorite soft plastic, this simple setup will help you catch more bass from the bank.

I’ve been fishing pressured public ponds for over 35 years, and weightless soft plastics are still one of the most reliable ways to get bites.

Give it a try and let me know in the comments:

What is your favorite weightless bait for bass?

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