Texas Rig : Rigging & Tackle - Dove
Soft Plastics
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18m
Bass fishing tournament angler Kurt Dove is on the water to talk about the highly versatile technique of Texas rig soft plastic fishing. Texas rigging is a rigging techtnique that can be used for pitching, flipping, punching, dock fishing & open water casting and so many other applications. In this 18-minute bass fishing instructional video, Kurt will answer the following questions about the Texas rig.
What is the Texas rig and what tackle components do I use?
What lures or baits am I going to use when Texas rigging?
How do I pair my bait with the correct type of hook?
Why might someone use a straight-shank hook, like the Hayabusa FPP Straight Worm Hooks?
What's the most important part to remember when rigging the Texas rig?
What is texposed or "skin hooking"?
What is an EWG hook, and when would I use it?
Mr. Dove also talks about his rod, reel and line setup for Texas rig fishing, including: somewhere aroun a 7:1 gear ratio casting reel, fluorocarbon fishing line, medium heavy rod & more! Kurt explains why he prefers a faster reel and why you should leave 5.3:1 gear ratio reels in the locker when fishing the Texas rig, what to do with your line when facing a clear water scenario and why a medium heavy rod is important when Texas rig fishing for bass.
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