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You call that a swimbait?
Yes 1 fast reel turn 1 second pause do this 2 to 3 times. 3 max so you don't go to far away from a possible strike zone. Fast crank 3 seconds pause 3 to 5 seconds letting swim bait sink more then use 1 fast reel crank 1 second pause 2 to 3 times. Mix it up then let sink 3 to 5 seconds then a 3 second moderate reel turn. 1 fast reel turn 1 second pause alternate to see which works best to give a erratic but more realistic presentation as live bait fish or creatures that fish eat have an erratic presentation when swimming
Carolina rigged swim baits are incredible as well. Particularly if the bass are relating to tight bottom cover
Like the idea of scrubbing the bottom with a Swimbait using an under spin. Thanks for the tips, Jonny
Very helpful, hoping to apply up in Michigan once ice is off the lakes
Describing the scrubbing technique and ticking the bottom was definitely something I will be using. great video and new technique to learn.
Great info definitely gonna have to try scrubbing a swim bait across the bottom thanks guys🎣
I always appreciate how informative you guys are in your videos and with your technique. Now if I can only force myself to implement what I learn instead of continuing to resort back to the same ol comfortable techniques.
You gotta put a little spanglish on it! 🤣
A non FFS tip is always great, thanks for improving my skill.
I realize I fish these to fast and I need to change my retrieve! Thanks guys!
Thanks for sharing. I don't have a boat, so letting it sink into rocks makes a lot of sense. Thanks for sharing
I like the idea of using underspins while ticking the bottom. Have had success in warmer months in the river but need to experiment more in cold water.
You are one of the best channels out there
Very down to earth and informative
Love that swimbaits underpin bro!! I have to use 8# line tho the sunline is smaller diameter an it's strong so I keep my confidence
Best info about swimbaits!! Thanks Johnny
😉 nice like the video , good info 👌 👍 thanks
What size guppy head was that Matt?
Great video ++
All these tips are great as I’m pretty new to swim baits!
Should I tie the bait to the line every time?
Great info! Will try “scrubbing” the swimbait on my next outing!
Great video and new product! The 5/16 head will get you down deep still
Thanks guys. Jonny I use a $30 spinning reel because of the Shimano trigger reel (Sycopate) I am so used to that trigger it drives me nuts not to use it. That being said a $30 reel doesn't last me long and if I could buy a spinning reel of better quality with a trigger I would.
Bought my grandson the Black Max Abu you like and it's not bad but does have a cheap feel.
Great tip on not to worry about getting hung on the bottom! Definitely my mistake.
A good way to improve your swimbait techniques is to practice in a swimming pool so you can clearly see what its doing without all the guess work. You'll learn how to adjust your retrieves so that you cam visualize what your bait is doing at any given pace. You'll also learn how much to very your retrieve and how much effort is needed to impart any subtle change ups, so the action looks as natural as possible. You'll lean what differences different Jig heads and rigs will impart in your presentation so you can make better choice. You'll also notice the differences that particular types of line and/or different pound tests of line will impart to your presentation.
With underspins, often times people don't realize the limits of their retrieve speeds. When it's too fast, your bait starts turning over or swimming on its side. When it's too slow, the blade or tail on your particular swimbait rig may not even start spinning or kicking.
Excellent
Awesome looking forward to trying some of these tips
Great tips. Great point about where the fish are laying around & feeding. This channel is awesome. You efficiently educate anglers with a variety of approaches without being a sales channel.
Absolutely Jonny! I’ve caught far more bass with a small swimbait while creeping it on bottom and am convinced that the underspin blade clicking rocks is the key. This even works in crystal clear water. I’ve also noticed that when that bait is “popped” free from a stick, log or rock, that bass smack it as it darts away. Great video.
Click, click, click goes the underspin. Sounds like a dinner bell.
All great tips, but I can’t wait to try Jonny’s because I think with the under spin blade hitting the rocks will be a successful technique in the dirtier water that I fish. Thanks guys!👍
Johnny has the strangest rod/reel selections. I get that he likes to make a point of using cheap reels because expensive reels aren’t really important for bass fishing, but an MH powered rod with 6lb line is wild, especially when your bait is so small
Lots of good tips and information on your video thanks and good fishing 🎣
Great tips, thanks fellas!
Great tips guys especially the part about fishing the bottom and rocks… I’ve been fishing mostly for suspended fish.