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Feb 27, 2021 14:23:19 #
Able Man
Loc: North Coast (Cleveland, Ohio)
Spiritof27 wrote:
I ain't a bass fisher, and so am ignorant in the ways of wacky. Can't you just put the hook thru the worm?
That's the way my Mom always rolled; but would use what she called "a worm harness" (haven't seen one in years, but; haven't SHOPPED for one, either. ... Not entirely true; I now, DO have a vague recollection of "doing a Search" for them, within the past year or so) They are typically 2 or 3 hooks, some beads and a spinner or 2, near the "snell-eye". She used to SLAY the LMB, outta that millpond that we lived at, 49 to 45 years ago. She just hooked "em up, like you would a live nightcrawler.
Feb 27, 2021 14:33:50 #
Spiritof27 wrote:
I ain't a bass fisher, and so am ignorant in the ways of wacky. Can't you just put the hook thru the worm?
Most indubitably ! However, your worms won't last very long, as hooking them that way can really tear 'em up if it snags or if the
fish grabs the worm at either end and misses taking the hook !
The rings save wear and tear on your bait and helps them last longer !
Feb 27, 2021 14:37:00 #
Spiritof27 wrote:
I ain't a bass fisher, and so am ignorant in the ways of wacky. Can't you just put the hook thru the worm?
You could Spirit, but you would be replacing the worm after nearly every bite. They would break in half where the hook hole weakened them. Most times when wacky rigged, the worm slides up the line and can be reused. I've caught 4 or 5fish before replacing the worm , on a good day. Especially helpful when being harassed by smaller fish.
Feb 27, 2021 15:23:54 #
Spiritof27 wrote:
I ain't a bass fisher, and so am ignorant in the ways of wacky. Can't you just put the hook thru the worm?
Not sure why they're not one of your 'go-to' species; if you like trout fishing, then 'smallies'
should definitely be right alongside them as a favorite species ! If you like the lively acrobatics of rainbows, you
would definitely LOVE hooking into a decent-sized smallmouth, as they are every bit as good
'jumpers' as the 'bows', but with
a lot more endurance ! Some of California's best smallmouth
lakes are not too far out from
you - Pardee Reservoir is only about an hour-and-a-half drive
and has a reputation for large 'smallies', with several fish in the 8-lb. range having been taken
from there, and a huge (state record - 9 lb./13 oz.) behemoth
as well ! If you think trout are a rush, you're right ! But you'd find that a 3-lb. smallmouth will outfight a 3-lb. trout any day of the week ! Wouldn't hurt to give 'em a shot this year; I think you'll be pleasantly surprised once you hook into a decent-sized one !
Good luck and tight lines, buddy !
Feb 27, 2021 16:00:59 #
Big A wrote:
Not sure why they're not one of your 'go-to' speci... (show quote)
I do fish for smallies in the spring at one of my favorite little lakes around here, Scott's Flat. Until last year, when covid slammed the door on just about everything. If CA DFW will cooperate and send me my registration and numbers for my pontoon I will be hitting them again next month. Thing is I've always been real successful for them with a Kastmaster, so I say if it ain't broke don't fix it. But that's about the only time I ever target bass - smallies in the spring. And yeah, they are scrappy little critters, fun to catch.
Feb 27, 2021 16:02:10 #
Dehy
Loc: Jacksonville, Florida
Spiritof27 wrote:
I ain't a bass fisher, and so am ignorant in the ways of wacky. Can't you just put the hook thru the worm?
As Big A suggests give bass a try next time you fish using your 2nd pole. Bass and trout both can be caught in most California lakes. Keep it simple with a small pack of 3/0 or 4/0 hooks and a bag of any brand of plastic “Senko” or stick type worm. Rig it weedless, with or without a bullet weight, carolina style also good. Recommend watermelon red color worm for first bag. Cast it out, let it settle, move it a little bit and let it settle, repeat. You should be able to catch bass in most places you fish for trout, try it you might like it.
Feb 27, 2021 16:07:59 #
Dehy wrote:
As Big A suggests give bass a try next time you fi... (show quote)
OK. Big confession here. I've been fishing all over the world for about 70 years. I have never caught a fish on a plastic or rubber worm.
Feb 27, 2021 17:05:07 #
Dehy
Loc: Jacksonville, Florida
Spiritof27 wrote:
OK. Big confession here. I've been fishing all over the world for about 70 years. I have never caught a fish on a plastic or rubber worm.
There’s always a first time. I fished in California for over 50 years and caught lots of fish on plastics. Mostly bass, but also crappie, bream (pan fish for those who live in Lincoln), trout, catfish and squaw fish. There are at least three predominant kinds of black bass in CA. Broaden your horizons, been a long time since you caught a trout unless I missed something. For the price of a cheap bag of hooks and worms you will be on your way.
Feb 27, 2021 17:39:57 #
Feb 27, 2021 18:10:30 #
Spiritof27 wrote:
Weedless or not?
If you Texas rig them they are weedless. No need for weedless hooks.
Feb 27, 2021 18:26:17 #
Feb 27, 2021 18:56:52 #
Dehy
Loc: Jacksonville, Florida
Spiritof27 wrote:
Texas wacky rig? I'm confused. As usual.
Texas or wacky, not the same. Keep it simple to start then figure out what you like. You can Texas rig with or without a weight. I prefer a carolina rig but there is not a right or wrong way. U tube is your friend.
Feb 27, 2021 19:02:20 #
Well them little rubber a**holes is what started this conversation. If you put a weedless hook on there wouldn't that be a weedless wacky rig?
Feb 27, 2021 19:25:01 #
Spiritof27 wrote:
Texas wacky rig? I'm confused. As usual.
You can also put weedless hooks on them Spirit
Feb 27, 2021 20:05:34 #
Dehy
Loc: Jacksonville, Florida
Spiritof27 wrote:
Well them little rubber a**holes is what started this conversation. If you put a weedless hook on there wouldn't that be a weedless wacky rig?
Yes and you could give that a try. No right or wrong way.
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