Originally posted by: Muskie Mark on 5/26/2005 8:48:53 PM

Joshua Huck, Try drop shot , with the sinker on the bottom
and the worm floating above it. You can wiggle the line and the worm will stay in place and wiggle . Witch will drive the bass crazy.

Originally posted by: Joshua Huck on 5/25/2005 10:56:33 AM

I have been using alot of plastic worms and similar lures on a couple of different ponds around my house. I just recently learned how to rig it so it's pretty much weedless. Is there a certain speed I need to reel. or tie the hook so that it will attract more bass?

Originally posted by: papa_d on 5/27/2005 3:58:26 AM

HEY THERE MARK; WHEN YOU FISH PLASTIC, DO YOU USE AN ATTRACTANT TOO. I HAVE A VERY SLOW STRIKE WHEN USING PLASTICS? MAYBE THE STINK SHOULD HELP. WITH HARD BAITS; I THINK THE ACTION IS ENOUGH WITH RATTLES.

Originally posted by: jnewby on 5/27/2005 5:16:51 AM

Joshua, try it texas rigged, light bullet weight vary your retrieve to see what the bass want. Fast may work one day but another they may hit on a slower retrieve.

Originally posted by: Joshua Huck on 5/27/2005 10:31:23 AM

Thank you for replying....but if I may ask...what is texas rigged...im not too sure on alot of stuff

Originally posted by: Joshua Huck on 5/27/2005 10:34:51 AM

Now how would I get it like that...would I double the worm back around and tie it above the weight...????like the weight is in a loop ??

Originally posted by: papa_d on 5/27/2005 11:02:03 AM

I'M NOT TOUCHING THIS ONE!!! <!--graemlin::eek:-->

Originally posted by: Storey Teller on 5/27/2005 3:13:08 PM

Joshua <!--graemlin::D--> <!--graemlin::D-->Basicaly Texas rig means the the weight is pegged at the hook eye and the plastic is threaded on the hook up to the eye and then the plastic is embedded on the hook point but not protruding through it. Carolina Rigging the weight is pegged several inches above the hook allowing the bait to float off the bottom. Check the clubs archives they have several articles on how to rig plastics. <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: papa_d on 5/27/2005 4:44:51 PM

I SEE WHY YOUR THE STORY TELLER... I EVEN UNDERSTOOD THAT PARD... FISH ON <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: aubrey on 5/27/2005 8:58:00 PM

When i'm pond fishing I use a tube rigged like a "snag Proof worm" using a double hook but I also use a inline spinner & I fish it at a regular speed when retriving

Originally posted by: Muskie Mark on 5/28/2005 4:15:10 PM

papa_d , Sometimes I use an attractant and some times I don't . I too think the rattle is enough . So far I haven't seen a big differance using attractants. I keep trying them from time to time. Good Fishn

Muskie Mark

Originally posted by: 4ty8er on 5/30/2005 7:25:02 AM

I have found when pond fishing for bass w/plastic worms to be productive when fished slowly. I sometimes use several rods and let the plastic just lay on the bottom, with no weight; occasionaly moving the bait alittle. The strikes almost always happen when the bait is moved, but occasionaly a bass will take the bait up off the bottom, and straighten the line out! (lost a good rod and reel that way once) <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> I have tried both Texas and Carolina rigs, but in small ponds I have found this method to work well. (and I don't have to work hard with all the casting <!--graemlin::D-->)

Originally posted by: butes21 on 6/7/2005 5:36:12 PM

You should try a texas rigged worm, but weightless I find if you slowly hop it three times and letting it sit for about five seconds This is when the bass usually picks it up Since u can't feel it at this point u have to watch ur line, and if it jumps set the hook.
I caught my BIGGEST BASS this way <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: okuma500 on 6/13/2005 11:33:38 PM

In Delaware we do not have large lakes, but rather big ponds. We fish these all the time and our tournaments are held on them. Try a texas rig, or carolina and go slow, the slower the bigger fish. Smaller aggressive fish eat first but not for long. Try other colors that are available in your area, and/or get with other members in other regions and swap baits. Something from the south kicks butt here. I was in Jackson, Mi. in April and bought bait that is outstanding here because the fish are not acclimated to the bait. varying presentation is applicable. Good Luck.

Originally posted by: papa_d on 6/14/2005 1:32:19 AM

HI GUY; JACKSON IS JUST DOWN THE ROAD FROM HERE. ACTUALLY ABOUT 60 MILES; BUT I'VE BEEN THROUGH THEREV SEVERAL TIMES. WHAT BAIT DID YOU GET TO USE?