The importance of sinking was realized by me this year. Let it get down to where the bait would be in the rocks or brush instead of trying to make them come up. Like a jig, you have to be able to lose them. Now losing that a-rig dragging it along can hurt the pocket but is the way right now.
It's not just to save on costs that people like to make their own tackle. It's also to get exactly what they're looking for and to always have it available. It's even more rewarding with A rigs.
Long as you check your knots, especially when after you catch a fish. Ensure it's tied very well after tying tie 2 more times tight an leave alittle tag end. At least 1/8th of an inch
@@joegrande4848 If you are that worried about losing lures on the bottom, fish shallow and use suspending or floating lures. No knot saves all your lures no matter the knot, the tag, the loops, abrasion checking, the line stretch, the leader, or the depth, which all matter but none will save every lure if you are dragging through the structure thoroughly.
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.
I've really gotten into the finesse swimbait bite this winter. I've been preaching (especially to bank anglers) about the merits of taking a skirt off a 1/4 oz or 3/8 oz swim jig and putting a small swimbait on the back. I know I probably sound like a broken record at this point because of how much I talk about it, but if you wanna fish a swimbait near heavy veg, this is the way to do it! It's easily been my number 1 producer this winter.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Awesome information will put it to use those weekend thanks for your videos they are always very informative and makes everyone who watches them better fisherman
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!👍
Love these tips guys! I’m actually about to head out and film a bit of footage on the water. I’ll have to get my hands on that underspin that Jonny was showing.
@@BassFishingDeclassified I don't have live yet....but would love to see this presentation using down/2D or 360 I feel alot of us watching either just don't have live, simply can't afford it or just choose to catch them using what most of us have which would be the above. Nothing against live I will eventually get it but for now just got or spent the $ to run mega 360. Seems bout the time we get saved up to buy the latest greatest something else new comes an social media blows up w it and the other stuff is old news or doesn't get talked about anymore. I really love your stuff because we can actually RELATE to how u have chosen to present your channel, your very informative in teaching. I've learned so much from watching I just hope u don't start just using live for all future fishing cause to be quite honest it's boring to watch. Everything you've done up until live has been the best content out there imo..
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
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
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.
The importance of sinking was realized by me this year. Let it get down to where the bait would be in the rocks or brush instead of trying to make them come up. Like a jig, you have to be able to lose them. Now losing that a-rig dragging it along can hurt the pocket but is the way right now.
Thanks for sharing!
It's not just to save on costs that people like to make their own tackle. It's also to get exactly what they're looking for and to always have it available. It's even more rewarding with A rigs.
@@secretbassrigsI hear you. Not really related to what I was saying other than a fun fact type of thing. Still a true statement.
Long as you check your knots, especially when after you catch a fish. Ensure it's tied very well after tying tie 2 more times tight an leave alittle tag end. At least 1/8th of an inch
@@joegrande4848 If you are that worried about losing lures on the bottom, fish shallow and use suspending or floating lures. No knot saves all your lures no matter the knot, the tag, the loops, abrasion checking, the line stretch, the leader, or the depth, which all matter but none will save every lure if you are dragging through the structure thoroughly.
Like the idea of scrubbing the bottom with a Swimbait using an under spin. Thanks for the tips, Jonny
Great tips guys especially the part about fishing the bottom and rocks… I’ve been fishing mostly for suspended fish.
Describing the scrubbing technique and ticking the bottom was definitely something I will be using. great video and new technique to learn.
Great info! Will try “scrubbing” the swimbait on my next outing!
A non FFS tip is always great, thanks for improving my skill.
Thanks for sharing. I don't have a boat, so letting it sink into rocks makes a lot of sense. Thanks for sharing
Very helpful, hoping to apply up in Michigan once ice is off the lakes
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.
Thanks!
I've really gotten into the finesse swimbait bite this winter. I've been preaching (especially to bank anglers) about the merits of taking a skirt off a 1/4 oz or 3/8 oz swim jig and putting a small swimbait on the back. I know I probably sound like a broken record at this point because of how much I talk about it, but if you wanna fish a swimbait near heavy veg, this is the way to do it! It's easily been my number 1 producer this winter.
No you are onto something for sure!
Great info definitely gonna have to try scrubbing a swim bait across the bottom thanks guys🎣
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.
Thanks to all your guys I like Jonny's Great lakes finesse sneaky spin got to get one.
It is a good one! Thanks for sharing
All these tips are great as I’m pretty new to swim baits!
You are one of the best channels out there
Very down to earth and informative
Thanks James!
Lots of good tips and information on your video thanks and good fishing 🎣
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.
Appreciate it! Thanks for watching!
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.
Appreciate the feedback. Good luck to you!
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
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.
Thanks for sharing!
I’ll be trying these ideas!!
Matt stefan adding pops in the lure retrieve is some good advice.. Kyle Cortiana hints on getting a swimbait unstuck
Good stuff .Appreciate all the videos Johnny you tough.
Thanks!
Awesome information will put it to use those weekend thanks for your videos they are always very informative and makes everyone who watches them better fisherman
Thank you! We appreciate the comment!
Awesome looking forward to trying some of these tips
Great tips, thanks fellas!
Great tip guys. I never thought a swimbait as a suspended bait. I like crawling it on the bottom.
Yes sir!
Great advice for beginners and advanced fisherman.
Yes sir! Appreciate it
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!👍
Good luck! Thanks for watching!
Great video and new product! The 5/16 head will get you down deep still
Yes sir! Thanks for watching.
Love these tips guys! I’m actually about to head out and film a bit of footage on the water. I’ll have to get my hands on that underspin that Jonny was showing.
Good luck!
Again, another great video! You guys always knock it out the park 💪
Appreciate it!
I realize I fish these to fast and I need to change my retrieve! Thanks guys!
Best info about swimbaits!! Thanks Johnny
Appreciate it!
@@BassFishingDeclassified I don't have live yet....but would love to see this presentation using down/2D or 360 I feel alot of us watching either just don't have live, simply can't afford it or just choose to catch them using what most of us have which would be the above. Nothing against live I will eventually get it but for now just got or spent the $ to run mega 360. Seems bout the time we get saved up to buy the latest greatest something else new comes an social media blows up w it and the other stuff is old news or doesn't get talked about anymore. I really love your stuff because we can actually RELATE to how u have chosen to present your channel, your very informative in teaching. I've learned so much from watching I just hope u don't start just using live for all future fishing cause to be quite honest it's boring to watch. Everything you've done up until live has been the best content out there imo..
Carolina rigged swim baits are incredible as well. Particularly if the bass are relating to tight bottom cover
Nice! Thanks for sharing!
Cool videos
Thanks for the info
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great content as always
Thank you!
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
Good stuff. Thanks for sharing
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
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.
You are spot on!
Excellent
Great tip on not to worry about getting hung on the bottom! Definitely my mistake.
😉 nice like the video , good info 👌 👍 thanks
What size guppy head was that Matt?
3/16 oz 3/0 Hook
Great video ++
Should I tie the bait to the line every time?
You gotta put a little spanglish on it! 🤣
Click, click, click goes the underspin. Sounds like a dinner bell.
Good thought!
👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you!
👍😎
You call that a swimbait?