Area 51 Ned Rig
Area 51 Shaky Head
Flat Earth Worm
To rig the Area 51 Ned Rig, start by selecting a mushroom-shaped jighead specifically designed for Ned Rigs. Choose a weight that matches the conditions and depth you plan to fish. Thread the jighead onto your line, making sure the hook is oriented upwards. Next, choose your favorite 3" Conspiracy Fishing Area 51 Ned Rig Color. Insert the tip of the jighead into the head of the bait and push it forward until the bait is securely attached and straight on the jighead. This finesse technique is effective in a variety of conditions but truly shines in tough and pressured situations. It works well in clear or slightly stained water, and particularly when targeting sluggish or inactive fish. To fish the Ned Rig, cast it out and let it sink to the bottom. Once it reaches the bottom, use a slow and subtle dragging motion to retrieve the bait. Drag it a short distance and then pause for a few seconds before dragging it again. This slow and methodical approach imitates a small prey item slowly crawling along the bottom, which can trigger strikes from finicky fish.
When it comes to fishing a shaky head, it is best suited for finesse fishing in clear or lightly stained water. This technique is particularly effective when fish are less active or during colder months. Focus on areas with rocky bottoms, points, drop-offs, or around submerged structures. Cast the shaky head and allow it to sink to the bottom. Use a slow, subtle twitching motion to imitate a baitfish or crawfish. Make sure to maintain contact with the bottom, as this can trigger bites. If you don't get a bite, reel in and repeat the process, covering various areas until you locate fish. Experiment with different retrieval speeds and twitches to find what works best on a particular day. If the fish are more aggressive, you can add more action, including more pronounced twitches or pauses. When fish are less active, keep your movements more subtle and slow.
The most popular ways to rig the Conspiracy Fishing Flat Earth Worm are the Wacky Rig, Texas rig, and Dropshot Rig. For the Wacky Rig, start by selecting a wacky rig hook for your bait. Place the hook in the center of the bait, letting it lay horizontal. Once the hook is positioned, insert it through the bait, making sure both ends are evenly balanced. This rig allows for a slow, natural fall of the bait and creates a tantalizing action underwater. To set up a Texas Rig, begin by inserting a bullet weight onto your line. Slide on an appropriate size hook, usually a 3/0 or 4/0 for a 5" stick bait. Insert the hook into the head end of the bait and push it through until it reaches the midpoint. Then, rotate the hook to bury it just beneath the surface of the bait, making it weedless. Texas rigging provides a more streamlined presentation suitable for targeting cover and vegetation. For a Dropshot Rig, tie a small, strong dropshot hook, such as a size 1 or 2, onto a leader line. Attach the leader line to the main line using a Palomar knot. Leave a length of leader line, usually around 12-24 inches and then attach a sinker to the leader line
Mk Creature Bait
To rig the 4" MK Creature Bait, you will need a weedless hook (such as a 3/0 to 5/0 wide gap hook), and a few bullet weights (ranging from 1/8 to 3/8 ounce depending on the depth and conditions). Start by inserting the tip of the hook through the top of the bait's body, about 1/4 inch down. Push the hook through the bait, keeping it centered, until the barb emerges. Flip the bait over, and insert the point of the hook into the back of the bait, ensuring it is securely attached. Pull the hook through until the offset in the hook is flush against the bait's body. When rigged properly, the bait should be straight and nose-forward on the hook. The 4" creature bait can be fished in various conditions, but it excels in areas with cover and structure, such as weeds, brush piles, or rocky areas. It is particularly effective in clearer water where the realistic details of the bait can entice strikes. When fishing the creature bait, cast it out to the desired target area, and let it sink to the desired depth. Fish the bait along the bottom imitating a small bait fish or crayfish. The bait can also be swam sub surface or on top of lily pads and grass when fished weedless and without a bullet weight.
Shad of Atlantis
To rig the Shad of Atlantis soft plastic jerk bait, you have a few options depending on your fishing conditions and preferences. Here's a guide on how to rig it on a shaky head, dropshot, and Texas rig: 1. Shaky Head Rig: - Start by inserting the tip of a shaky head jig through the head of the soft plastic jerk bait. - Push the jighead into the body, ensuring it slides towards the middle of the bait. - Exit the jighead through the belly, adjusting the position so it sits centered. - Make sure the hook point is exposed to allow for efficient hooksets. 2. Dropshot Rig: - Tie a dropshot hook to your mainline using a Palomar knot, leaving a tag end. - About 12-18 inches below the hook, tie a dropshot weight to the tag end using a simple overhand knot. - Thread the soft plastic jerk bait onto the hook, piercing the point through the nose or collar of the bait. - Camouflage the hook by burying it slightly into the bait, ensuring the hook point remains exposed. 3. Texas Rig: - Insert a bullet-shaped worm weight onto your mainline, followed by a glass or plastic bead for noise attraction. - Tie a hook (preferably an offset worm hook) to your line using a Texas rig knot or an improved clinch knot. - Insert the hook into the nose of the soft plastic jerk bait and slide it through until the hook's point is hidden in the bait's body. - Push the hook's point out towards the top of the bait and slide the bait up the shank, leaving the hook point exposed. Now that you know how to rig it, let's discuss the ideal conditions to fish a 4" soft plastic jerk bait: 1. Shaky Head: This rig is excellent for fishing in deeper water, near structure, or when targeting bass that are less active. It works best when the fish are relatively tight to cover or bottom structures like rocks, brush piles, or submerged logs. 2. Dropshot: The dropshot rig is ideal for finesse fishing in clear or highly pressured waters. It is effective for suspended fish, especially in deeper areas or when targeting fish closer to the bottom. It can be used in various cover types such as rocky areas, drop-offs, submerged vegetation, or along ledges. 3. Texas Rig: The Texas rig is versatile and suitable for various fishing conditions. It's great for fishing in heavy cover like thick vegetation, trees, or
Little NEssie
To rig a Little Nessie Dropshot Bait, you will need a few simple fishing tackle items. Start by selecting a dropshot hook of an appropriate size, typically ranging from size #2 to #1/0. Next, tie a Palomar knot at the end of your fishing line, leaving a long tag end. Pass the tag end through the eye of the hook, creating a loop. Then, pull the hook through the loop, forming a snug knot. Ensure the tag end is around 12-18 inches long, providing sufficient space for the bait and the weight at the bottom. Now it's time to attach the Little Nessie bait to the hook. Insert the hook point into the nose of the bait, about 1/2 inch or so. Gently push the hook point out of the belly of the bait, ensuring it lies straight along its length. Dropshotting is excellent for finesse fishing in clear or lightly stained water, particularly where fish are holding in deeper areas or near structure. It is highly effective for targeting bass, as well as other species like walleye, panfish, and trout. The dropshot technique excels in calm or slightly windy conditions, and in pressured water situations.