How to: A photo guide to the Texas rig (Photos)

As the bait slides up the hook, turn the hook so that the point is nearest the bait.Push the point of the hook out of the bait and slide the bait up the shank of the hook.Make sure the hook is tied to the line before putting on the bait. Insert the hook to the point at which it begins to curve.7 photosView the full slideshow »
Properly match the size of the hook to the bait. Too large a hook can hinder the appearance of a lure. Too small and it decreases the chances of hooking a fish.

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Any fisherman who has spent a lot of time on the water will attest that bass relate to aquatic vegetation. If there are weeds in the lake, chances are bass will be near them.

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When fishing vegetation, lure selection is critical. Soft plastic baits are often a favorite choice of fisherman for their ability to be rigged in a weedless fashion. The most popular method of which is called the Texas rig.

View slideshow: How to: A photo guide to the Texas rig

The Texas rig is a very basic method but can be difficult for those who lack proper practice. A poorly rigged plastic worm will often not be entirely weedless. It will also alter the motion of the bait making it behave unnaturally.

These will both hinder the angler's chances at catching fish.

Take a look at the step-by-step demonstration in the slide show to view the proper method of Texas rigging a soft plastic worm.

Tight lines!

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