Soft Plastic Lures Archives » Salt Strong Fishing Club https://www.saltstrong.com/article_categories/soft-plastic-lures/ The Best Saltwater Fishing Club In America... Fishing Spots, Fishing Reports, Tides, & More Thu, 11 Apr 2024 17:02:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 Easiest Ways To Catch Saltwater Fish With Lures [Case Study] https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/easiest-ways-to-catch-saltwater-fish-with-lures-case-study/ https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/easiest-ways-to-catch-saltwater-fish-with-lures-case-study/#comments Thu, 11 Apr 2024 22:55:18 +0000 https://www.saltstrong.com/?post_type=articles&p=48130 Are you struggling to catch saltwater fishing with lures? You’re not alone. It can be challenging to switch to solely relying on artificial lures to catch inshore fish. Here are some quick and easy ways to make it happen! Ways To Catch Saltwater Fish With Lures [VIDEO] Not a member? Then click here to join the ... Read more

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]]> Are you struggling to catch saltwater fishing with lures?

You’re not alone.

It can be challenging to switch to solely relying on artificial lures to catch inshore fish.

Here are some quick and easy ways to make it happen!

Ways To Catch Saltwater Fish With Lures [VIDEO]

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➡Inshore Fishing Curriculum (Lines)

Equipment – Spot 1 (Shallow grass flat)

Luke’s Gear:

Jason’s Gear:

Equipment – Spot 2 (Deep Bridge)

Luke’s Gear:

Jason’s Gear:

Equipment – Spot 3 (Mid-Depth Grass Flat)

Luke’s Gear:

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Trip Report

Insider Member Jason Blanton was struggling to get results with lures in his home waters, so I had him join me on a quick morning session to see what was causing the lack of results.

He’s done a lot of live bait fishing but found inconsistent results with lures.

Within a few casts, he was shockingly quick at getting strikes with an assortment of lures.

I started things off by throwing the Moonwalker Topwater lure and set Jason up with a subsurface Mulligan paddletail.

This is a super effective strategy to dial into a bite.

Jason started off the trip reeling in a trout on his first cast.

The bite wasn’t steady due to the irregular tides but Jason was getting much more action on subsurface lures than I was on hard-body topwater baits.

So, I decided to take him to a local bridge to work some Prawn USA lures on bottom.

That’s when we got into a steady grouper bite of all sizes.

Later on, we moved to deeper zones of grass flats just next to nearby channels.

This is an excellent way to uncover a bite.

More often than not, fish are there and willing to eat.

The main takeaways from this trip are keep moving to find the bite.

If you’re struggling, check to make sure your rigs and line and everything is set.

Then, locate the 90/10 Zone to find those fish!!

FINDING THE FISH HELP

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. WEEKEND GAME PLANS (UPDATED WEEKLY)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

➡Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. SMART FISHING SPOTS PLATFORM (UPDATED EVERY 15 MINUTES)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

➡Smart Fishing Spots App

3. COMMUNITY REPORTS (LIVE FEED)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

➡Community Platform 

90/10 ZONE INSHORE FISHING NEWSLETTER

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It’s the Ultimate Inshore Fishing Blast with the MOST RECENT on-the-water updates, weekly trends, hot lures, catches of the week, fish tales, conservation news, and everything else for Inshore Fishing…

Sent to your inbox free 2x per week!

➡90/10 Newsletter

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]]> https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/easiest-ways-to-catch-saltwater-fish-with-lures-case-study/feed/ 1 Popping Corks VS. Weighted Hooks: What Will Get More Bites? https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/popping-corks-vs-weighted-hooks/ https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/popping-corks-vs-weighted-hooks/#comments Mon, 08 Apr 2024 22:55:14 +0000 https://www.saltstrong.com/?post_type=articles&p=48113 Popping Corks VS. Weighted Hooks – what’s going to catch more fish? We designed our very own Popping Cork, Dr. Popper, so we had to hit the water to test it out! Check out the results and final tally below!! Popping Corks VS. Weighted Hooks [VIDEO] Not a member? Then click here to join the Insider ... Read more

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]]> Popping Corks VS. Weighted Hooks – what’s going to catch more fish?

We designed our very own Popping Cork, Dr. Popper, so we had to hit the water to test it out!

Check out the results and final tally below!!

Popping Corks VS. Weighted Hooks [VIDEO]

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➡ Get Dr. Popper Popping Corks

Joe and I started off fishing the same exact lure – but I had a popping cork tied on my rig.

We both were using a Slam Shady 2.0 paddletail.

I rigged that on a jighead below the popping cork while Joe had his rigged on a Hoss Helix Hook.

Joe had it rigged on a Hoss Helix Hook and I had it beneath a Dr. Popper popping cork roughly 18 inches from the hook.

To keep things fair, we fished the same areas and swapped setups halfway through.

I kicked things off with the first fish but Joe followed it up quickly to even things out.

When the score hit 5-3 (in favor of the popping cork) it was time to switch setups.

After everything was over, the Popping Cork setup won the day catching the most fish.

The popping cork we used is Dr. Popper.

They are unique in the fact that they used monofilament line instead of wire.

That typically prevents you from fitting popping corks into most tackle boxes.

This is not the case with Dr. Popper.

FINDING THE FISH HELP

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. WEEKEND GAME PLANS (UPDATED WEEKLY)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

➡Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. SMART FISHING SPOTS PLATFORM (UPDATED EVERY 15 MINUTES)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

➡Smart Fishing Spots App

3. COMMUNITY REPORTS (LIVE FEED)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

➡Community Platform 

90/10 ZONE INSHORE FISHING NEWSLETTER

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It’s the Ultimate Inshore Fishing Blast with the MOST RECENT on-the-water updates, weekly trends, hot lures, catches of the week, fish tales, conservation news, and everything else for Inshore Fishing…

Sent to your inbox free 2x per week!

➡90/10 Newsletter

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]]> https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/popping-corks-vs-weighted-hooks/feed/ 3 Innovative Tool To Effortlessly Add Rattles To Your Lures https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/effortlessly-add-rattles-to-your-lures/ https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/effortlessly-add-rattles-to-your-lures/#comments Sat, 30 Mar 2024 22:30:26 +0000 https://www.saltstrong.com/?post_type=articles&p=48076 Want to effortlessly add rattles to your lures? Sometimes you need that little bit of extra sound to spark a bite. I sure needed it on my last trip out. Check out how easy it was to add rattles to my lures with this NEW device! Effortlessly Add Rattles To Your Lures [VIDEO] Not a ... Read more

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]]> Want to effortlessly add rattles to your lures?

Sometimes you need that little bit of extra sound to spark a bite.

I sure needed it on my last trip out.

Check out how easy it was to add rattles to my lures with this NEW device!

Effortlessly Add Rattles To Your Lures [VIDEO]

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I was recently fishing a tournament in Jacksonville, Florida in super muddy water.

I needed to make something happen if I wanted to place near the top.

The Z-Man Rattle-Snaker tool allowed me to effortlessly add rattles to lures so I could get the strikes I needed.

It is a simple tool used to insert rattles in soft plastic lures.

Before putting the needlepoint of the tool in the lure, establish where the hook will be in the lure.

Steer clear of that area.

Insert the Rattle-Snaker tool into the lure and twist off the back end of the tool.

Take a Battle Rattle and place that inside the chute on the front-end piece of the tool that is still inside the lure.

Then, slide the end of the Rattle-Snaker back into place pushing the rattle into the lure.

Use your thumb to carefully slide the tool out of the lure leaving the rattle in place.

Stretch the lure out a bit and you’ll lock the rattle into place.

The same concept will apply no matter the soft plastic lure you are using.

Find areas of the lure that won’t interfere with the hook but also have enough plastic to secure the rattle.

FINDING THE FISH HELP

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. WEEKEND GAME PLANS (UPDATED WEEKLY)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

➡Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. SMART FISHING SPOTS PLATFORM (UPDATED EVERY 15 MINUTES)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

➡Smart Fishing Spots App

3. COMMUNITY REPORTS (LIVE FEED)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

➡Community Platform 

90/10 ZONE INSHORE FISHING NEWSLETTER

Oh, and be sure to sign up for FREE Access to Salt Strong’s 90/10 Zone Newsletter!

It’s the Ultimate Inshore Fishing Blast with the MOST RECENT on-the-water updates, weekly trends, hot lures, catches of the week, fish tales, conservation news, and everything else for Inshore Fishing…

Sent to your inbox free 2x per week!

➡90/10 Newsletter

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]]> https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/effortlessly-add-rattles-to-your-lures/feed/ 16 Step By Step Instructions For Rigging Soft Plastic Lures https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/step-by-step-instructions-for-rigging-soft-plastic-lures/ https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/step-by-step-instructions-for-rigging-soft-plastic-lures/#comments Sat, 23 Mar 2024 22:00:48 +0000 https://www.saltstrong.com/?post_type=articles&p=48037 If you’re struggling to rig baits, then follow along with these step by step instructions for rigging soft plastic lures! If you’re baits aren’t straight or correctly rigged, you’re more than likely going to spook fish. It will appear unnatural and unappealing. Fix those mistakes using these tips!! Instructions For Rigging Soft Plastic Lures [VIDEO] ... Read more

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]]> If you’re struggling to rig baits, then follow along with these step by step instructions for rigging soft plastic lures!

If you’re baits aren’t straight or correctly rigged, you’re more than likely going to spook fish.

It will appear unnatural and unappealing.

Fix those mistakes using these tips!!

Instructions For Rigging Soft Plastic Lures [VIDEO]

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In this demonstration, I’m using a Prawn USA Junior lure and a Hoss Round Eye Jighead.

Keep in mind, the tips shared in this video will apply to ANY soft plastic lure.

Before going further, you need to make sure the hook size matches up with the lure.

For this example, I have a 2/0 hook paired with a 3.5 inch lure.

If I was using the Original shrimp size (over 4 inches), I would have to use a larger hook.

Rigging Steps

To start, have the lure in one hand and the hook in the other making sure the back of the lure is facing the hook.

This is because we want the hook to come out through the back of the lure.

Insert the hook point directly in the center of the head of the lure.

Then, push the lure up onto the hook.

Make sure the hook stays in the center of the plastic.

Take your time if needed on this step.

Now, take the hook point and expose that through the back of the lure.

Make sure it is coming out through the center of the lure.

Push the lure onto the hook until you reach the barbs on the collar of the jighead.

Stop there!

Before pushing the lure over the barbs, perform the 90-degree loading trick.

This will save you money on soft plastics and extend the life of the lures you use.

Take the lure in one hand and twist it 90-degrees.

Now, push the lure up and over the barbs of the jighead.

Then, rotate the jighead into place.

This protects the plastic in the head of the lure and actually gives the jighead more plastic to hold onto.

That’s all there is to it!

FINDING THE FISH HELP

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. WEEKEND GAME PLANS (UPDATED WEEKLY)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

➡Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. SMART FISHING SPOTS PLATFORM (UPDATED EVERY 15 MINUTES)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

➡Smart Fishing Spots App

3. COMMUNITY REPORTS (LIVE FEED)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

➡Community Platform 

90/10 ZONE INSHORE FISHING NEWSLETTER

Oh, and be sure to sign up for FREE Access to Salt Strong’s 90/10 Zone Newsletter!

It’s the Ultimate Inshore Fishing Blast with the MOST RECENT on-the-water updates, weekly trends, hot lures, catches of the week, fish tales, conservation news, and everything else for Inshore Fishing…

Sent to your inbox free 2x per week!

➡90/10 Newsletter

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]]> https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/step-by-step-instructions-for-rigging-soft-plastic-lures/feed/ 6 From Twitch to Tweaker [My Favorite Spring Lure Has A NEW Name!] https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/from-twitch-to-tweaker/ https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/from-twitch-to-tweaker/#comments Tue, 12 Mar 2024 22:30:11 +0000 https://www.saltstrong.com/?post_type=articles&p=47991 Why’d we change it from the Twitch to Tweaker??? As of late, this lure has absolutely crushed all sorts of inshore saltwater fish. It’s quickly become my favorite lure for these early days of spring. It’s now the Polk County TWEAKER!!! From Twitch to Tweaker [VIDEO] Not a member? Then click here to join the Insider ... Read more

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]]> Why’d we change it from the Twitch to Tweaker???

As of late, this lure has absolutely crushed all sorts of inshore saltwater fish.

It’s quickly become my favorite lure for these early days of spring.

It’s now the Polk County TWEAKER!!!

From Twitch to Tweaker [VIDEO]

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➡ Get the Polk County Tweaker HERE

➡ Polk County Tweaker Mini-Course

On a recent trip, we were talking about the lures benefits and its unique darting motion.

That got us thinking.

It looks more like a TWEAKER bouncing and darting all around.

Not to mention, the true definition of tweaker is to make things better.

The Tweaker stems from two tried and true soft plastic jerk lures that have been around for some time.

The 5-inch jerk shad with a fluke tail and the 3-inch darting jerk lure.

We took these concepts and enhanced them in the Tweaker.

It is a streamlined lure with a pointed tail.

These lures cast far with the same dimpled-skin as the Mulligan and are available in all of our proprietary lure colors.

You can get a sample pack of all the colors as well!

Be sure to get your order in HERE – it’s the only place you will find these lures!

If you have any questions about the TWEAKER, let me know down in the comments.

FINDING THE FISH HELP

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. WEEKEND GAME PLANS (UPDATED WEEKLY)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

➡Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. SMART FISHING SPOTS PLATFORM (UPDATED EVERY 15 MINUTES)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

➡Smart Fishing Spots App

3. COMMUNITY REPORTS (LIVE FEED)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

➡Community Platform 

90/10 ZONE INSHORE FISHING NEWSLETTER

Oh, and be sure to sign up for FREE Access to Salt Strong’s 90/10 Zone Newsletter!

It’s the Ultimate Inshore Fishing Blast with the MOST RECENT on-the-water updates, weekly trends, hot lures, catches of the week, fish tales, conservation news, and everything else for Inshore Fishing…

Sent to your inbox free 2x per week!

➡90/10 Newsletter

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]]> https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/from-twitch-to-tweaker/feed/ 30 Polk County TWEAKER vs Slam Shady 2.0 https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/polk-county-tweaker-vs-slam-shady/ https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/polk-county-tweaker-vs-slam-shady/#comments Tue, 12 Mar 2024 12:00:13 +0000 https://www.saltstrong.com/?post_type=articles&p=48005 The Polk County Tweaker vs the Slam Shady 2.0. It’s lure face off time! Listen in to this LIVE on the water fishing contest to see who wins! Tight lines and enjoy. Not a member? Then click here to join the Insider Club today so you can get access to Smart Fishing Spots, discounts on the tackle in our ... Read more

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]]> The Polk County Tweaker vs the Slam Shady 2.0.

It’s lure face off time!

Listen in to this LIVE on the water fishing contest to see who wins!

Tight lines and enjoy.

Not a member? Then click here to join the Insider Club today so you can get access to Smart Fishing Spots, discounts on the tackle in our shop, and much more.

Polk County TWEAKER vs Slam Shady 2.0 [VIDEO]

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➡ Get the Polk County Tweaker

➡ Get the Slam Shady 2.0 Paddletail

Polk County TWEAKER vs Slam Shady 2.0 [PODCAST]

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➡ Get the Polk County Tweaker

➡ Get the Slam Shady 2.0 Paddletail

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We can’t wait to unite inshore saltwater anglers in ONE place!!

FINDING THE FISH HELP

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. WEEKEND GAME PLANS (UPDATED WEEKLY)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

➡Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. SMART FISHING SPOTS PLATFORM (UPDATED EVERY 15 MINUTES)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

➡Smart Fishing Spots App

3. COMMUNITY REPORTS (LIVE FEED)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

➡Community Platform 

90/10 ZONE INSHORE FISHING NEWSLETTER

Oh, and be sure to sign up for FREE Access to Salt Strong’s 90/10 Zone Newsletter!

It’s the Ultimate Inshore Fishing Blast with the MOST RECENT on-the-water updates, weekly trends, hot lures, catches of the week, fish tales, conservation news, and everything else for Inshore Fishing…

Sent to your inbox free 2x per week!

➡90/10 Newsletter

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]]> https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/polk-county-tweaker-vs-slam-shady/feed/ 3 Depth Guide for Rigging Soft Plastics By Depth Range [Cheat Sheet PDF] https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/depth-guide-lures-hooks/ https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/depth-guide-lures-hooks/#comments Mon, 26 Feb 2024 23:00:01 +0000 https://www.saltstrong.com/?post_type=articles&p=38237 Soft plastic lures are becoming more and more popular for inshore saltwater fishermen who are targeting redfish, seatrout, snook, flounder, and a variety of other species. This growth in popularity has been due to the fact they can work exceptionally well in a wide variety of situations. The key to success is to be able ... Read more

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]]> Soft plastic lures are becoming more and more popular for inshore saltwater fishermen who are targeting redfish, seatrout, snook, flounder, and a variety of other species.

This growth in popularity has been due to the fact they can work exceptionally well in a wide variety of situations.

The key to success is to be able to match the right rigging hook or jighead to the proper depth for getting strikes with a hook size/type that enables good hooksets even when rigged weedless.

This step is a big struggle for many fishermen, so we put together this lure rigging cheat sheet to take the guesswork out of it.

Rigging Soft Plastic Lures Guide

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➡ Download Depth Chart

For each of the lures in the chart, the green section indicates the optimal scenario for using that lure. And yellow indicates that it still works but is not used best in that particular scenario.

This rigging guide allows you to cut down the time it takes to figure out which type of weight and hook to choose for a soft plastic lure based on if you need to be weedless or non-weedless.

Weedless Jigs & Weighted Hooks

  • Best for fishing tight to structure (rocks, oysters, seagrass, pilings, etc.)
  • Will save you a ton of time and hassle due to low risk of getting snagged on the bottom
  • Allows you to fish very close to structure where most of the feeding takes place

Non-Weedless (Traditional) Rigging Options

  • Best for fishing areas without snags since it has a higher hook-up ratio
  • Often used for covering open water situations

Get the full Depth Chart Cheat Sheet here!

Conclusion

This depth chart cheat sheet allows you to clearly see which hook and soft plastic pairing will work best given the depth or environment you are fishing

Traditional jig heads are best for open water of lower depths to cover more ground and explore the bottom of the water column.

Weedless and weighted jig heads are ideal for fishing near any type of structure, but they have a lower hookup ratio.

If you know of any other lures or jig heads that are not listed here and you want to know more information about them, let me know down in the comments!

Get the full Depth Chart Cheat Sheet here

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Finding The Fish Help

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. Weekend Game Plans (updated weekly)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

➡ Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. Smart Fishing Spots Platform (updated every 15 minutes)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

➡ Smart Fishing Spots App

3. Community Reports (live feed)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

➡ Community Platform 

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