Swim Jigs: Everything You Need To Know For Summer Bass Fishing
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- Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
- Swim jigs made easy! Matt gives quick tricks that you can use to take your swim jig fishing for bass to the next level! If you're a spinnerbait or chatterbait guy, the swim jig is the next step. When combined with the proper trailer the baits come to life with amazing movement and flash that bass can't resist. Don't get caught shaking your swim jig this Summer, learn the proper technique and catch more bass!
In recent years, most swim jig fishermen have begun to use a keitech as their trailer. While this can be effective (and we often do it) its not the ideal swimbait trailer for a swim jig. Switching over to baits like the Rage Swimmer or D Walker will complete change the way the bait moves. A properly balanced swim jig with the right trailer will have head bob/roll, body rock, and skirt movement/flash without you imparting any outside action to the bait.
Summer time is the perfect time to learn the swim jig. This time of year you can get a lot of bites on the baits but you can also catch GIANT fish! Again, the key is selecting the right trailer. Below is a breakdown of the jigs, jig trailers, and equipment we use for swim jig fishing.
The Jigs...
-California Swim Jig (3/8 oz-3/4 oz): bit.ly/2auXfmx
-Dirty Jigs Swimbait (1/4 oz-3/8 oz): bit.ly/2dIVUMd
(Threadfin Shad, Tactical Shad, Crappie, Alabama Bream)
Swimbait Jig Trailers...
-Keitech Fat Swing Impact 3.8 and 4.3: bit.ly/2ab7s8v
-Strike King Rage Swimmer 4.75: bit.ly/2evZF8j
-River2Sea D Walker 100 and 120: bit.ly/2NwqBmz
-Reaction Innovations Little Dipper: bit.ly/2brnU5I
Craw Jig Trailers...
Reaction Innovations Spicy Beaver: bit.ly/2MPuma1
Strike King Rage Bug: bit.ly/2aAsuiV
Strike King Rage Craw: bit.ly/2uoqsLJ
Zoom Z Craw: bit.ly/2vW7Jo5
California Swim Jig Combo...
Rod- Expride 7'6" Heavy: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Chronarch MGL HG: bit.ly/2n8DghB
Line- 65 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro: bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 20 lb Maxima Ultragreen: bit.ly/2ae97J9
Swim Jig Combo...
Rod- Zodias 7'2" MH: bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Curado 150 DC: bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- 50 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro: bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 15 lb Maxima Ultragreen: bit.ly/2ae97J9
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Not only learning about jigs in this video.. but also presentation in general.
I've said it before, Matt Allen is the smartest fisherman on UA-cam! Great information bro.
Right on dude !
Agree 1000%
Brian Hulse You forgot Tim Little ;)
@@user-gp9yd7yp5n 😆 no way they are a team. Tim is definitely included in my stament.
I agree his style of teaching is incredibly elaborate
I was out at Clear Lake, CA the last few days and I threw a strike king jig with a craw trailer that a gentleman at "Clearlake Outdoors Tackle shop" suggested, and I hooked more bass in 2 hours than in my entire life. Thanks for the great videos.
Very first time in 40 years decided to use a jig bc of you guys. Threw a 3/8oz strike king swimjig shad color with a 6thsense black bongo3.5 trailer from a rip rap bank into about 20 ft of water in the middle of the day last week … my very first cast ever using one…. 5lber on the dot choked it immmeditely. BTW this is in NY mind you so a 5 is alot harder to catch ! Instant new favorite bait. Thanks guys!
I love how you get into the essential physics behind the differences between trailers.
Matt your videos are a cut above everything else on YT. The detail is amazing. Thanks so much!
Matt, yourself and Tim have helped transform my friends and I into pretty good anglers. We are forever thankful
Also I’d love to hear your opinions on googan baits hahaha
I can always count on you guys to post right when I’m getting to the lake on super early mornings, freakin love it.
Dude I had to pause to make this comment. I’ve been fishing for years but recently got into the bass game. I’ve watched tons of videos and you’re the first angler that has really broke it down for us to understand how this bait works. I’ve really learned a lot from this one video. Thanks man, keep up the great content!
WONDERFUL job. Helps me fish my local pond with lots of grass... Calie style. Thanks!
Wow, Awesome Videos. Better than any other TV Fishing Shows and or Magazines. I like the detail explanations. Many other sources leave out that last little bit of information. Matt Allen goes the distance explaining so anyone can understand. I’m learning something each time I watch.
Come on fans, over 5000 views and only 500 likes?! That’s ridiculous, you know this is the best information out there. Support them, give the like, give the comment, and subscribe.
Matt and Tim, your passion for the sport goes unparalleled; especially in the realm of instructional videos!
Thank you for another great one!
~Jerry
Swim jig fishing is my absolute favorite way to fish. The bites are almost always those that just get hammered. Thanks for sharing.
Yes it makes a very big difference swimming the pointed head versus the rounded head. I had an experienced lately where I didn't have a swim jig and tried to use a jig with a rounded head not-so-good through the grass
Up in Canada here..🇨🇦
Love your videos, the absolutely best information, thanks for sharing!
I like most about your videos is that you take the time to break it all down to where anyone can understand a apply the techniques that you use. Thanks Matt, you guys are the best.
Hi, I have been fishing on and off my whole life.
This year I started again, now older I’m more patient and I have put in some time.
I have gotten really good at fines with a fluke, I catch a lot of fish. I mostly bank fish and fish canals of my paddleboard. I live in south Florida.
I wanted a technique so I could fish the bottom , with the fluke I can’t get to the bottom efficiently. I started experimenting with jigs two weeks ago, minor success. Dragging a jig on the bottom.
I saw your video this morning and sure enough I had a few swim gigs. I grabbed one white and green and used a 360gt storm search bait as a trailer.
I got 4 fish over 3 pounds and 4 fish that were around the 2 1/2 mark. No mini bass.
And like you said , throw and retrieve, no jerking just setting the hook every time I felt a bump.
Thanks for the video. Great info , I learned a lot from you.
Over the years I've learned to really look forward to these types of videos, where you're just sitting down teaching. Your experience and knowledge shows, unlike so many who are just selling baits.
Dude this guy has been an awesome resource to help me gain the knowledge of bass fishing. I’ve been a trout fisherman for my whole life. Bass fishing is intricate but tac bassin has made it understandable. I’ve subscribed and if you want help you should to. Thanks gentlemen!!!
Matt I believe that you were born to do instructional videos for fishing. Everything to teach comes out so natural and sounds like you put a lot of time into your passion to give us the best content you can.
I haven’t used the swim jig yet but theoretically the versatility it offers is second to none. And when you think where you should primarily be fishing. Which is in cover. This has to be one of the best moves
the knowledge ive gained from this man since ive started bass fishing a little over a year ago is incredible! really appreciate taking the time to make these for us peasants 🤣
I agree that this guy is a smart dude with the correct type of logic.
I swear every video y'all release it's like you're reading my mind on what I want to fish with that week!
ME TOO
I think Matt and Tim are listening to us through our Alexa. Even though I unplugged mine three weeks after we got it. I’m trying to pick up swim Jigs too. When did I buy my first swim Jigs? Friday. Matt/Tim are watching.
Something similar happened to me.....I think you may be on to something lol.
This is the best instructional video, of how to fish a particular category of lures, I've ever watched on UA-cam. Even though I'm a bit late finding it🤣, still worth the watch.
Matt, you've quickly became my favorite fisherman to learn from. You do a fantastic job. Keep up the great content!
Just landed my personal best bass with a swim jig! I was stuck in a rut for years with good bass but not monsters. Thanks guys! You rock!
I just discovered the results of swim jig fishing yesterday and now I am "hooked!"
I really like the largo shad as a swimjig trailer
Thank you for being a great teacher.
I am on east coast, NC but in another life I would like to go fishing with you guys. I am a huge fan. Thanks for all you do to help us.
I have to agree with Brian, excellent teacher.
About eight years ago I got back into bass fishing. Where I'm from it's spinnerbaits, crankbaits and plastics all day long. I would go to places with thick vegetation and get annoyed I couldn't fish because the slop was in my way. Then I found your channel and learned about swim jigs, punching and frogs. Completely changed my bass fishing experience. I fish cover 90% of people avoid and pull fish out. When I'm asked what lure I'm using and I say, "a swim jig," I get a puzzled look and they just move on. I cannot thank you enough for sharing your knowledge and experience. Because of the information you shared with me on your couch (it was an OLD video) I am a much better angler.
That's awesome!! Stories like this are what keep us going! Oh the couch... that was a long time ago 🤪
You are 100% correct Matt, my swim jig game went up 100x once I figured out the trailer deal. I make 3 styles of swim jig and each one has its own type of trailer that works the best with it. Fishing the Mississippi river often, a strong swim jig game is a must.
best fishing guru in UA-cam... always sharing valuable tips based on his experienced on the waters...
Yall guys are just the best. Thanks for the information. This video alone has improved my swim jig fishing by multiples.
I fished a swim jig in the 70s and I'm from the south. California takes credit for everything. Lol
i love you man thanks for all the free game matt you are the best
I never miss a video, love you guys. Thanks for all the hard work and great advise.
Eat, Sleep, Fish, Repeat
thanks Matt ...I fish Guntersville and like to fish a swim jig. This will improve my success with this technique. Glad you came and fished here wish you could have visited a little longer.
Went out today and caught 40+ bass including 30+ over 2 lbs in about 4 hrs using a jerk bait after figuring out a pattern, starting with burning and pausing a chatter bait and switching over to the jerk bait...I 100% owe this to you guys and your teaching! Thank you so much for the knowledge you share!
You are awesome, have learned so much about jig fishing.
Twin tail grub all day on a swim jig. Basic but deadly. Great content brother
I've had good luck with the twin tail on a chatter bait also.
Aj Wenzel
Try a strike king rage tail craw! It works even better. Swim it or crawl it. It gets hammered!
Funny thing is that’s what I use when I’m going craw pattern. As far as a chatterbait, I use a zoom super chunk. For some reason it’s jus different enough to get a few more bites.
Awesome video!!!! Coming from fly fishing and getting my daughter into fishing. Really learned alot from this one. You earned a subscriber!!!
I love the "ATV" aspects of fishing a swim jig. Nice rundown as usual Matt 👍
As usual another great video from the best bass fishermen on the internet. Tactical Rocks.
Ever since subscribing and following you guys I've learned about seim jigs and I've fell in love with the versatility! I learn so much from you guys and you've helped me to catch my #1 and #2 PB's this year! Thank you!
Caught my first swim jig bass yesterday, underneath a dock. Appreciate your help guys!!! Always wanted to start throwing swim jigs effectively.
Nothing beats a jig with a good trailer for massive bass
Seriously one of the best and most informative videos I have seen. Thanks!
I seriously sat here and watched this whole video.. it wasn’t boring. It was informative and I’ll def be using these swim baits more often now. Side note: I can’t believe you filmed this video without a screw up. You were flawless on your video. Great job as always. Thanks guys
Would love to see a best bank fishing baits or something similar to help out you boatless subs! Love the vids
This bait right here is good from bank.
@Stoney Lonsome honestly the angles a boat makes is a huge difference. you can put it anywhere you want, while bank fishing you almost always only get a 45 degree angle to cast because of the tree line.
Stoney Lonsome there’s different aspects of every pond or lake, big fish are in the harder to reach spots that need a machete here in west TN. We learn to skip and flip loooong distances! And if we get hung up we are basically screwed...
I fish from the bank and these jigs are spot on.. I use a small jig when the grass is tighter to the bank.. A bigger jig in the summer to get a little deeper when its supper hot... Im in Indiana and use a regular spincast reel it has 14lb Berkley braided line and haven't been let down yet... Blues grays and silvers are your freind this time of year... Good luck and good fishing
Thanks Matt Allen I am a great bass fisherman now thanks to all your advice keep up the good work bro I also want to thank Tim little I'm watching you guys year round great stuff
This video is so helpful. I never used to fish a swimjig and after changing out my trailers based on this video i cant put it down. Thanks Matt!
I'm in central Florida where the grass gets so thick that I usually use a surface lure in those areas. I have a long extra heavy rod that I usually reserve for flipping techniques. I'm taking that California Jig for a stroll right through the grass. Great update video! I appreciate it.
Matt, your presentations are so helpful. Today's swim jig presentation may be one of your best for me. I'll be using swim jigs tonight.
Matt, thank you so much. Love love learning from you. I know this is a year old but I learned something new every time I watch you. You guys are such great teachers thank you so much for what you do.
Thanks a lot for clearing things up for me. I can always count on you guys to get my skills refined.
Absolutely great information keep it coming and keep on fishing!
Matt, not for the first time, Today I listened to you profess that you are able to skip a light jig farther than you can skip a heavier one. You aren't the only one who has said this, but I don't believe you- it contradicts what I have found.
So my challange is that you PROVE it. Please make the video that proves me wrong and you right.
If you give a heavier jig the same velocity as a light one, and send it at the same angle, momentum of the heavier jig carries it farther. No question, some jigs have more resistance to gliding across the water's surface than others. Some head shapes don't promote skipping, either. But ANY two similar jigs- the weight being the notable difference- will prove me correct.
Go 'head. Make my day.
I’ve been using swim jigs for a few years now and I love them a lot. I’ve also noticed that people are almost afraid to throw them because I never hear anything about people using them. When I ask people if they’ve ever used them they usually say “I’ve tried it but I didn’t care for it” it just amazes me because I’ve caught some big fish in them
Recently changed to a Rage swimmer from a KVD Paddle tail ... there is a big difference. Thanks for the refresher!
Thanks For the great tips you channel has improved my bass fishing skills tremendously
6th Sense Divine Swim Jig paired with a Reaction Innovations Little Dipper is my go to.
Very good info.... definitely 1 technique that i plan on trying
This and another video by them have me fired up. Just spent a couple hundred bucks on the specific baits listed. I’m eagerly anticipating using the stuff!
That high stick rod shaking is a standard here on Guntersville, it flat out gets hammered. Keeping high in the grass just diving up and down seems to be the key.
I shake it to slow it down
Ever since I started watching your swim jig tutorials I have stepped up my fish catch’s 10 fold. It’s not a technique that was used much in my waters and a cpl yrs ago I used your advice and since have really done well. Thnx for all you do. 🤙🏻
Perfect timing. I had my best swim jig day today by far. Now I really want to turn up my game. Thanks Matt!
I shake the rod tip to keep the bait from sinking more than to give it a secondary action. I’ve made one cast in a spot with no shake, another cast with a strategic pop and shake of the rod tip last cover and get bit. The shaking and popping of the rod tip is to slow the bait down and keep it from sinking, to keep it in the strike range longer, and trigger that reaction strike with the skirt flairs on the pop. I’ve read and watched a lot of bill lowens stuff on swim jigs. He doesn’t use swim bait trailers though & I think that’s a mistake, it’s my primary trailer.
sweet...I was about to give up on jigs...never have any luck..grassy grassy grassy...but this gives me hope.
I use the Rage Bugs for trailers and they are killer trailers.
I finally broke down and bought a heavy rod specifically for my jigs. Why I waited I’ll never know, because the quantity and quality of fish had really gotten better. This video gave me some ideas I really want to try. Really glad I found your channel!!
Robert Timmerman why is the heavy rod better for jigs ?
Sounds like it's better for ripping the jigs through the brush and then pulling the bass out of that cover... I can't speak from confidence though. I caught zip yesterday 🤦♂️
I really like the confidence it takes to throw a swim jig every time I throw it it looks amazing in the water but after not getting bit after about 30 minutes I always pick up something else
Best advice for fishing on this channel. Absolutely love this channel!
After watching this I ordered up some swim jigs. threw them this weekend for the first time in a local kayak tournament. Ended up in the money. Thanks for the info.
Really liking y'all's videos 👍. Y'all are the Bass University.
And free!
OTCDestiny you’re right it shouldn’t be free at all. These guys have helped out a lot of people
Amen to it be free and criminal lol
Matt Again OUTSTANDING. And again Thank you.
Wow! I've never felt confident enough to throw a swim jig much. This video taught me a ton. Thanks man! Definitely gonna throw a swim jig tomorrow.
You'll never use anything else again
Besides live bait, it's the most fun you'll have fishing
My tournament prep. Thank you Matt bless you
Mine too
Thanks for sharing I'm trying to learn better techniques with swim jig
Mat and Tim , ya have the best informative videos . I enjoy them all . Tight Lines Men !
I’m so glad you made this video, I’m new to freshwater fishing . It’s a learning curve from saltwater. I’ve been fishing jigs all wrong . Really appreciate all the info. Thanks. Set the hook brother
I live in Florida and I literally chunk these Dirty jigs with a trailer in the thick grass and thick lilly pads and it just goes right through it all. I get some nasty top water explosions and the hooks on the bad boys are no joke. Bad@$$ jig. Bought so many of them. Love flipping the 3/4 oz.
Excellent video Matt! Going to throw my swimmin’ jig at Clearlake tomorrow!
OMG! My confidence is unglued because of you guys! I can’t wait for Spring! Punxsutawney Phil here I come! Oh yeah! 👍
Any time I want to learn about something I type "Tactical Bassin ______" and fill in the blank with whatever it is. Thanks guys. There's a video for everything.
Manna from Heaven - about to fish a tournament where this will be so relevant. Love the new trailer options. Thank you Matt.
I love when Matt talks about heat and humidity LOL... prob 84* 8mph winds and 46% humidity there...
If you long press the 0 key you get this "⁰" just so you don't have to use the * anymore! Have a great day!
Awesome video. Heading to Sam Rayburn in a week. Watched this and bought 2 California Swim Jigs afterwards! Wish me luck!
Reel Kidd Fishing good luck brother!
I started using the rage swimmer per your guys suggestion this year and absolutely smashed them this spring! Thanks guys! Haven't been able to get back on that bite post spawn but it was great while it lasted!
You guys are The Shizzle.
Great Job and Thank you!
Awesome video.. I love fishing the California swim jig...
I love the swimjig
You can trim the skirt short on a bluegill pattern, then cinch the skirt down tight with wire or braid. This will cause it to poof open fast, into a big round profile, every time it stops on the bottom or bumps an object. The chartreuse tail also helps suggest a bluegill more convincingly, without the profile/hook issues of a replica SwimBait.
I'm not into bed fishing but post pawn if you run into those big June monsters looking for some bluegill beatdown, you're ready with an ideal hook and ratio to close the deal.
I've always got a bunch of Ca. swim jigs in my box.
I want to feel a bass on my rod, like you say "unglued"
Love the videos and the knowledge you guys throw out there
Literally was about to swim jig fish tomorrow. Perfect timing
Thanks a very good lesson on why a swim jig works!
Im a begginer in bass fishing and this video aswered alot of questions i had.. Thanks Good video 👍👍👍
This is my first time on this channel.. This was hands down the most knowledgeable and informative video on any lure I’ve ever seen! I’m newer to jigs and am super excited even more about it! Thanks for the A1 video, I subbed!
Thanks guys used the Rage tail. Structure Bug this weekend and had a blast. Tylor