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Some anglers prefer baitcast tackle, but a 7-foot medium action spinning rod is best. This is because it fishes light line better, and light line imparts more action in the bait. Lighter line, 8 pound or less, inexpensive line works fine. Some people like sensitive fluorocarbon line because transmits subtle bites better. Most of the strikes will feel
like a simple tick or tap at the end of the line. Of course, if the fish are
aggressive, they'll gobble the worm and streak off with it. While a 4½-inch finesse worm produces more bites, 6- and 7-inch styles, especially the floating variety, attract bigger fish. Some of the pros' favorite colors are shades of green, especially green pumpkin, watermelon, or watermelon candy. Choose jig sizes on the basis of water depth, going as light as possible. Size from1/8 to ¼ ounce are preferable. While most spotted bass anglers prefer shorter shank hooks, the pros like ball head jigs with at least a 3/0 size hook when fishing the longer worms. A common problem with the rig is the worm tends to slide down the shank of the hook. To remedy that, bite off the tip of the worm, add a touch of glue, and push it flush against the jig head. Some jig manufacturers have added a tiny barb to the base of the jig that also will help hold the bait in place. About anytime is a good time to fish the Shaky jig, It does well when other lures fall short. People have luck with them during the post-spawn period when bass are roaming around in a funk and during summer cold fronts that can shut down the aggressive bite. Some say shaky worms are best in clear water but several pros did well fishing it in stained lakes last season. Anglers also have found it's an excellent rig for duping bedding bass or catching winter bass holding on rocky bluffs. Please feel free to email me with comments or questions: shaky@shakyheadjig.com That's it! You're on your way to be best bass fishing of your life! -Fish On-
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