I’ve been around this bass fishing thing for while now, and I’ve learned a few things I want to share with new anglers. You should start slow and build on your experiences. Read our columns but...
Selecting the right knot for Texas-rigging can be made simple. However, if you fail to tie a strong knot the chances of the fish of a lifetime making it to your boat can be slim to none.For the...
There are three basic types of line: Monofilament, fluorocarbon, and braid.All come in a variety of sizes sorted by strength, also known as “test.” For bass fishing and the Texas rig, anglers use 6...
Big baits, big fish?We’ve all heard it, big baits for big bass. Let me first say, the biggest fish in the pond will still eat a smaller bait, but a larger version of the Texas rig may increase the...
Figuring out which soft plastic is best for the conditions you are faced with could be the most complex component of the Texas rig. The plentiful options of colors, sizes and types can be...
We’ve discussed selecting the right hook and weight for a Texas-rig setup, but there are preferences when it comes to weight types, beads and stoppers.Lead vs. tungstenThere’s a great deal of hype...
We’ve discussed selecting the right hook for a Texas-rig setup, but what about the correct nose weight?WeightWith any Texas-rig setup, you need to start with a bullet-shape slip sinker or nose...
The right style hook is essential to successful Texas rigging, here are some styles to consider in Part 1.Which ones work best?There are three basic types of hooks that I would recommend: straight...
The Texas rig is the all-terrain vehicle of bass fishing, you can throw the Texas rig at any time, any place and any situation. Historically, the term “Texas rig” or “Texas rigging” is used when...
