Bass love eating bluegill! Today we're covering everything you need to know to catch fish on bluegill swimbaits! Come underwater to see the actions of different soft baits, glide baits, and multi-piece hard baits as Matt teaches the fine details of how, when, and where to throw these fish catching baits.
Not all bluegill swimbaits are created equal! Some are easy for bass to eat while others get bites but rarely hook the fish. We've spent years trying the different styles to find the best of the best and we're happy to share the results with you. Whether you're fishing around grass, pitching into heavy cover, or just casting along the shore, there is a bait in this mix that will help you catch more fish.
Below you'll find links to the exact baits, in the order they appear. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, along with some of the rods and gear we use to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
FULL SIZE SOFT BAITS...
-Mattlures Hammer Tail 5.5: http://bit.ly/2FsZhA3
Colors: TW Baby Gill, Male Bluegill
-Savage Gear Line Thru: https://bit.ly/3pCRab7
Colors: BlueGill, Ghost Gill, Black Gill
-13 Fishing Gill: https://bit.ly/3pzDsbX
Colors: Natural Bluegill, Natural Sunfish
SMALL BLUEGILL SOFT BAITS...
-Mattlures Hammer Tail 4.5: http://bit.ly/2FsZhA3
Colors: TW Baby Gill, Male Bluegill
-Savage Gear RTF Gill (3" and 4"): https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH
Colors: BlueGill, Ghost Gill, Bream
FAST RETRIEVE HARD BAITS...
-Mattlures Hard Gill: https://bit.ly/3s7pvU2
Colors: Spring Male, Summer Male, Female Bluegill
-Mike Bucca Bull Gill: http://bit.ly/2f1ASHn
Colors: Bluegill
-Megabass Vatalion: http://bit.ly/367AOxD
Colors: GG Gill, Wild Gill, Ito Cichlid
SLOW RETRIEVE HARD BAITS...
-River2Sea S-Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Colors: Bluegill
-Jackall Gantarel: http://bit.ly/2adZI3R
Colors: HL Bluegill, Bluegill, Ghost Gill, Spawn Gill
-Jackall Gantarel Jr: https://bit.ly/3pcIzvW
Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Gill, Spawn Gill
-Baitsanity Explorer Gill: https://bit.ly/3F65FxK
Colors: Dark Bluegill, Bluegill, Jungle Perch
HOOK/SPLIT RING UPGRADES...
-Owner Hyperwire Split Rings: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX
Sizes: 4 or 5
1X Hook- Owner ST-36: http://bit.ly/2cWpeyw
Sizes: Size 2, 1, 1/0
3X Hook- Owner ST-56: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW
Sizes: Size 2, 1
MID PRICED BIG SWIMBAIT COMBO...
Rod- St. Croix Victory 7'10" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb
Reel- Shimano Curado 300 K: https://bit.ly/2HbZ3E4
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline FC100 Shock Leader (30 lb): http://bit.ly/2O4UElB
BUDGET BIG SWIMBAIT COMBO...
Rod- Dobyns Fury 806H (8' Heavy): http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- 13 Fishing Concept A3 (6.3:1): https://bit.ly/3GLddq8
Line- Power Pro Braid (65 lb): http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen (25 lb): http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
BUDGET SMALL SOFTBAIT COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line- Power Pro Braid (50 lb): http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen (18 lb): http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??
We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...
TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
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MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY...
Trolling Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex 112: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics- Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Anchors- Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Net- Frabill Conservation PLD 2612: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Camera- GoPro Hero 9: http://bit.ly/2KQ0VEI
FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…
Favorite Storage Box: https://bit.ly/3kngvEG
Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2MpUBEr
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
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