Stop Making This Mistake When Using A Shakey Jig Head!

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  • @tomrippen6570
    @tomrippen6570 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Excellent tip, and one I’ll use. You’re a highly accomplished pro, Matt and yet modest. I know I’m not the only one who appreciates this quality, so often lacking today. Thank you for so graciously giving credit to another pro.

  • @davehuggins5777
    @davehuggins5777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Great tip and good on you for giving Larry credit. Wouldn't mind seeing a video from you on how and when you fish the shaky head, and when you don't.

  • @DeltaBassBuster
    @DeltaBassBuster 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Matt, trim a rotation or two off that pig tail. It helps out alot. I was taught that tip years ago. Some brands the pig tail is made to long.

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      yep if im using a bait with a pigtail i always cut half the pigtail off

  • @richardblake4777
    @richardblake4777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You put Larry Wayne Nixon's and Matt Stefan's brains together and you get the Einstein of bass fishing. It was a great tip to begin with and you tournament proved it. How much better can it get!

  • @carytoms9500
    @carytoms9500 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I started pegging my Texas rig sinker. After hearing Larry Nixon. Say the same thing about the sinker not pegged. And it’s not tight against the worm. Now I peg the sinker a inch or two away from worm. Big difference n hook ups. Thanks The General

  • @randyoakes7238
    @randyoakes7238 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great tip Matt. I met Larry years ago. Awesome guy . Great fishermen!

  • @WFSmith
    @WFSmith 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good tip I actually stopped using Shakey heads because I was losing so many fish and yes I was using a head with the pigtail I will use your tip to regain my confidence in Shakey heads Thanks Matt

  • @lynnmiller7947
    @lynnmiller7947 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Eye opener for me. I have always used the Spot Remover Pro and haven't missed too many fish but henceforth I will be using the regular Spot Remover. Thanks!

  • @Whatsinanameanyway13
    @Whatsinanameanyway13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video. I don't fish a shaky head nearly enough, and it is something I'm going to be working on next year as it is a productive bait on several lakes on our tournament trail. As others have said, I'd love to see a video on where and when you pick up the shaky head vs other presentations.

  • @dormie9
    @dormie9 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Golden nuggets like this is why I enjoy your channel. Never thought about that issue. Thanks for sharing

  • @mleicester23
    @mleicester23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude, you just blew my mind. I use a shaky head A TON as a co-angler, and it's probably my go-to technique for catching fish. I've had trouble with this same thing at times, and this makes perfect sense. Thanks for sharing this tip, I'm going to have to try a different head next season.

  • @RyanSmith-fb8rf
    @RyanSmith-fb8rf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve wondered this for a while about the screw locks on Swimbait hooks and everything else. Well said

  • @jackieparker1847
    @jackieparker1847 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was at lake chicot in lake village ar one day fishing. I was coming up to the bridge separating the lake and I saw two guys in a boat throwing Carolina rigs. One was catching a bass on almost every cast. The other guy was getting bit the same but catching maybe one out five bites. When I got closer I recognized the voice and the laugh. It was Larry Nixon who was doing all the catching. He is the General.

  • @mikegardiner3934
    @mikegardiner3934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    great point, Matt. I’ve been using the Frenzy nail SH for past 2 yrs and love it. It’s not a screw in, and I don’t lose too many baits. 👍

  • @raymaylone8563
    @raymaylone8563 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Matt, one trick with that screw lock keeper take a pair of wire cutters and one of the wire comes out of the head is straight and the very first loop. Cut it there then thread your warm on! Has worked for me for years.

  • @kennyw6932
    @kennyw6932 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Makes perfect sense. I've not had great luck with the pigtail attachment and am going to try your suggestion. Thanks for sharing.

  • @everttebenn4925
    @everttebenn4925 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Matt great job Larry Nixon told the same thing Matt we have been lucky knowing a great person like Larry Nixon and proud to call him friend

  • @mikeantes9597
    @mikeantes9597 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good info Matt makes sense.Do you think you could modify "straighten out" the pig tail with a pair of needle nose pliers?

  • @willperryman4559
    @willperryman4559 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Okay Matt, I just placed an order using your link to TW Happy Holidays my friend🙏🥳🍀🎣🍀

  • @johnrayner5599
    @johnrayner5599 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use that pro Spot Remover head and this past summer I caught a 7.2lb at Table Rock and when I lipped the fish I held him up and the hook fell out of his mouth, I think I just learned why that happened, thank you, now I can sleep at night!!! Lol!!!

  • @MrJohnB-qs6dp
    @MrJohnB-qs6dp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very interesting!!! Very good point. Makes sense, it's like using a fat bodied worm on a round bend worn hook. Stay Safe & God Bless!!

  • @joee681
    @joee681 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes, have lost fish, but didn’t even think about that ? Thanks, another great tip 👍👍

  • @normanwiggins1320
    @normanwiggins1320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tip I'll be changing up my shaky head from now on thanks again

  • @eddiepayne8533
    @eddiepayne8533 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good info! Of course that is about all I have in my boat, the Pro Models! I have caught quite a few fish on them up to 6 lbs, but agree with you on the worm wadding up on the hook. I had a high school kid out in a tournament, he hooked a big fish, it jumped several times before coming unhooked. The gap on his hook was tiny! Now I have to use these up or sell them!! Thanks again.

  • @jeffreywaters3934
    @jeffreywaters3934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I use the Strike King Tour grade shakey head with the barb holder, works great! But I do have some pig tail heads and I just cut down the spring to 2 curls and the worm still holds good but breaks away with a fish on.

  • @johnroskosky7816
    @johnroskosky7816 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Matt, I never thought about this! I was using the screw-on bait keeper thinking it was a better way to keep my bait on. Time to switch back to the way I was fishing. Merry Christmas my friend.

  • @retflo2583
    @retflo2583 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Matt, I am not counting a shaky head as a strength, but will definitely try it.

  • @mikeeller557
    @mikeeller557 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's way you test new products . Thanks Matt . Wow Larry Nixon .

  • @phillipchristensen3202
    @phillipchristensen3202 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Exactly the reason I only use shakeys without a keeper at all. True blue TX rig right on the shank. I prefer the style with a small wire barb on the shank as a keeper rather than the extended lead. The fat lead keeper tears up the bait so I can use less plastics and have a great hookup ratio. Thanks for a great video!

  • @brandonsmith606
    @brandonsmith606 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting thanks for sharing I would have never known I've been using the scree lock type

  • @willperryman4559
    @willperryman4559 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I discovered that a couple of years ago,and I’ve now got a few favorites, 1 is the ZMAN SMH, and XZone has a tungsten which also has a longer shank hook and smaller pigtail. I’m definitely going to get the ones you have with the simple prong to attach the plastic to 😜👍👍👍👍🍀🎣🍀 congrats on your Top channel endorsement from Randy B. and Best Success in 2023 🍀🎣🍀

  • @carlmorales6872
    @carlmorales6872 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tip, Matt!

  • @jeffreypennekamp7101
    @jeffreypennekamp7101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great info , I will listen to Larry N . To Thank you.

  • @DanielEvans-kc5ub
    @DanielEvans-kc5ub 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I agree totally!! No lie!!I was throwing baby brush hog on 1/8oz pro model and was catching fish but somehow was loadingup on hook set as I usually do and started missing a bunch of good bits, sometimes reeling then halfway in then losing them and my bait was still hooked into the plastic... didn't kno why I was missing fish... got broke off had to tie on the regular one and I swear didn't miss another one, haven't put it to the test yet but i am soonI, I'm pretty sure your right on

  • @ChandlerWrites
    @ChandlerWrites 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love any story involving Larry Nixon. Still have a couple Larry Nixon Signature Bomber 6A crankbaits I won't use...

  • @douglasspickler4925
    @douglasspickler4925 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely agree. I don't care for the pigtail keepers. Larry Nixon is the man.

  • @OtherEndofLine
    @OtherEndofLine 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tip, thanks !! It is crazy that I bought this shaky head before even buying the pig tail one, because I thought it would be more effective. I didn't think of how it will release the plastic, of course. :)

  • @rodcashman4793
    @rodcashman4793 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That really makes sense 🤔 never thought about that. Thank you for sharing 👍

  • @rooterdaddy6889
    @rooterdaddy6889 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I started out using the Spot Remover, but have now switched to the Davis Baits Shakey Head. I switched on Blaukat's video recommendation.

  • @bassngal3314
    @bassngal3314 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve used jewels shakey head which is like a Texas rig, used both types of spot remover, found I liked the pigtail better but was using elaztech products then that don’t go on the original spot remover, going to try some of yours and see if I notice the difference

  • @CHASIN_A_BASS
    @CHASIN_A_BASS ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting. I myself haven't had any problems with screwlock style keepers on shakeys .. and I rarely lose a fish on a shakey head. I use spot remover pro and owner ultra head

  • @secretbassrigs
    @secretbassrigs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tip! My next batch of shakey heads will have the screw type keepers replaced with trimmed down straight wire keepers used for Ned heads.

  • @kevinhaley1150
    @kevinhaley1150 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yep Larry is the man,met him at fishing university .he speaks I listen lol

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      he is!

    • @kevinhaley1150
      @kevinhaley1150 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MattStefanFishing your pretty cool too lol Matt love your attention to detail and your tips thanks happy holidays to you and family

  • @bobsheller1427
    @bobsheller1427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's amazing! Thanks, Matt!

  • @samuelschult985
    @samuelschult985 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great tip, that's the problem I've been dealing with never though of that 👍

  • @jamescreation6612
    @jamescreation6612 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pretty new to fishing and don't want to lose a ton of plastics so this was a great video LOL. Good to know once I am all about max hookups though. Thanks for the video sir!

  • @jasonrutherfordbassfishing
    @jasonrutherfordbassfishing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Huh! That’s a really great tip! Thanks!

  • @mulder5118
    @mulder5118 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    another great video bub. thanks as always.

  • @kevinloper6551
    @kevinloper6551 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good God Man that's some really good content! Thanks for that, I've been there and just didn't put one and one together.

  • @curtisloden7201
    @curtisloden7201 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you could only bottle up Larry Nixon's knowledge. Great Tip. Thanks for sharing.

  • @Dave-jo1hf
    @Dave-jo1hf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The fin-tech with the swinging keeper looks promising, a little expensive but promising. Going give that a shot too. Thanks for the tip!

  • @2benonexistant
    @2benonexistant 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Makes sense👍thanks for the tip!

  • @coache5898
    @coache5898 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I don’t know if I lose more fish, however, putting on certain plastics like Zman is super difficult with the pigtail. Because of the composition of the plastic, I find it easier to go with the bar bait retainer

  • @alcav54
    @alcav54 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Gamakatsu Alien head has been my favorite for years. Plus the hook is razor sharp

  • @PaintballShyguy
    @PaintballShyguy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hell, Matt I never thought of it but that makes sense. Perhaps we could trim down the pigtail a bit so it will hold in place but still release when hit.

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yep i usually cut them in about half if Im using them

  • @mikegoodman8136
    @mikegoodman8136 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Also I find that if you open up the hook 1to 2 degrees and hook the worm 🪱 on the side , that way you don't have as much plastic to go through. Works for me. Been tournament fishing 30 +

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      sounds good!

    • @secretbassrigs
      @secretbassrigs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The side hook is such an easy remedy. Most people over think it. To keep the worm straight, you can also twist the hook to the side, with a pair of pliers, so the hook point is still facing straight but is offset.

  • @treymorey
    @treymorey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have heard of this problem but I don’t have it as much as Ive heard it discussed and what I’ve noticed is I always use a Trick Worm which is a very thin worm which I think helps for me. I think the corkscrew style works fine but if you have thicker worm or more stout plastic the worm is made with it exacerbates the issue you’re speaking on. That being said I can totally see how it could be a problem for some folks.

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks for watching!

    • @TheWaymont
      @TheWaymont 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree 100% on this. Everyone fishes differently, and uses different baits, rods, line....So it seems however Matt fishes these type heads don't work well for him.

  • @SimplyFishing
    @SimplyFishing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Solid tips once again.

  • @billgibson9968
    @billgibson9968 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Vmc rugby head. It has a wide gap hook and you can Tx rig the finesse worm. Best of both worlds!

  • @WILDBILLSOUTDOORS
    @WILDBILLSOUTDOORS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I completely agree with you, but there are a few shakyheads that have the screw lock keeper that have a bigger bite in the hook. One is the shakyhead made by Yum, it has an ewg hook on it and works really well. Another good option is the old school original made by Strike King that has the barb on it built into the lead, it gives you more bite from the distance of the head to the hook point because there is no screw lock in the way. But with that style like the spot remover, I agree it makes sense to stay away from the screw lock.

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      good point!

    • @secretbassrigs
      @secretbassrigs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Making sure the hook is loose in the worm makes a big difference.

    • @kevinbeaudean704
      @kevinbeaudean704 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I use the yum shaky head for bulky baits like mag worms and craws. Hook up ratio is excellent, stands up decent also.

  • @twinbadger1
    @twinbadger1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tip as always. Will that set up go through grass or at least flip into holes in submerged grass?

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      comes through grass great! Thats what its made for!

  • @joshua87Adam
    @joshua87Adam 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I use weighted screw EWG with my swim baits and regular with my flukes, and I don't seem to lose many. Same with a need rig. The shaky head pro is like a need rig to me, except for the angle of the hook. Both work great for me, but I've also never used the original shaky head, so I couldn't tell you if it makes a difference for me. I just know what I have used has worked. Thanks for the video though. I'm going to buy a pack and try them out.

  • @oldschoolfishing4194
    @oldschoolfishing4194 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good stuff as usual Matt! Ideas for topics. I would love to see a vid on when rotating baits to find a pattern when to change baits. Is it 5 casts each or 15 minutes? I would love to see your approach to this. Another would be when to change areas of the lake. I know we all would love your advice on this.

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      good ideas!

    • @secretbassrigs
      @secretbassrigs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unless you are using Livescope, 5 casts and 15 minutes seems too short.

    • @oldschoolfishing4194
      @oldschoolfishing4194 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@secretbassrigs My comments were for Matt. The 5 casts and 15 minutes were just an example. I can catch fish without livescope.

    • @secretbassrigs
      @secretbassrigs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@oldschoolfishing4194 good to hear 👍

  • @shadybanks8625
    @shadybanks8625 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I like the ones like Aaron designed for Picasso and Davis baits. You can snip that pigtail in half and it will work much better. The Gammy Trickyhead is good too. BTW Zappu just released a Power Inchi Wacky hook that is promising for bait caster Weedless Wacky rigs. It has a strong 5-6 strand stiff weed guard that to me feels like it would need to be thinned by half. The Hook Up has them now.

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ill check it out

    • @WildBillHabiki
      @WildBillHabiki 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      the Picasso Rhino that Aaron designed doesn't have a pigtail keeper. The Rhino is my fav. It has a recessed line tie which cuts down on snags.

  • @seizedcarcass8440
    @seizedcarcass8440 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If I use a screw lock I try and use a thinner worm unless I have a fairly large hook gap. I really like fishing with the SMH jig head because the angle that the keeper holds the worm makes the hook get better penetration

  • @vincentlivoti4184
    @vincentlivoti4184 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One added tip with the original Spot Remover head is the key to improving your hook up and catch ratio is take a pair of needle nose pliers and open up the hook point angle about 2 ~ 4 degrees. Don't overbend the hook or you will weaken it or break it.

  • @artvandelay418
    @artvandelay418 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Matt, What shaky head to you recommend for fishing grass and or branches? Thanks

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      i like the picasso tungsten rounball for the best all around presentation in weed, wood and rock. no shaky head is great in grass... www.tacklewarehouse.com/Picasso_Tungsten_Shakedown_3pk/descpage-PTSD.html?from=MSFG

  • @thekidfishing5745
    @thekidfishing5745 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This tip makes total sense. Randy B says you can use the screw keeper but hook the worm on the edge just putting the hook slightly under the skin. Do you have any thoughts

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I do not like side hooking baits.it often leads to the worm spinning when retreieved back to the boat which can lead to line twist

    • @thekidfishing5745
      @thekidfishing5745 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MattStefanFishing thank you makes a lot of sense will start doing your way. Thanks for all the info you share

  • @HankAaronJoseph19
    @HankAaronJoseph19 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I never liked the shakey head because I was always losing fish. I used the vmc shakey head with the screw on keeper. Now I have a good idear to give it another try on a different jig head

  • @raymondbradford4086
    @raymondbradford4086 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I believe when especially a big bass sucks in a bait like a shakey head.. it has the whole bait in its mouth and we as bass fishermen don't realize how much it takes to open up the fish's mouth to get a proper hook into it.. head design on a shakey head I feel is key to help that..

  • @capital613
    @capital613 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mine is pig tail keeper haven't catch anything last July 😄 great info will buy some regular keeper for next season.

  • @patrickmahoney3479
    @patrickmahoney3479 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good pointer.

  • @kevinbeaudean704
    @kevinbeaudean704 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Matt. I find that I don't shaky head as much since the neko came out.
    How do you feel about threading the worm with a keeper on the hook?
    Went to a paid seminar that Larry and 3 other pros gave back in 2004. To this day the nicest pro I ever meet. The people asked some of the most off the wall questions I ever heard. He was the only pro who didn't get irritated.

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      hes a good guy! Im OK with threading the worm on

  • @fishaholic122
    @fishaholic122 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tip, what happens to all the worms that wind up in the water, I heard that fish that swallow them end up dying because they can't pass them. What do u think?

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i think it depends on the plastics. SOme will degrade over time and others will swell significantly. I have caught some plastics that were sold as 4 inch craws and swelled to be 8 inches in size....they had bodies one inch thick.

  • @kerryschallon8879
    @kerryschallon8879 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the tips...

  • @danlaminger5265
    @danlaminger5265 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Totally the truth, I hook way more with the push on keeper or putting on like a tex rig then the screw on. Bought some nice ones that had the screw, wasn't til I ran out and had to use the push on did I see a huge difference

  • @jimk4267
    @jimk4267 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    100% correct...hate the corkscrews. I pour the midwest finesse jig with a modified mold to accept a larger hook. It uses 1 wire keeper. I skin hook to that.
    How I have gotten around the using too many plastics problem. Purchased an injector and mold. I now remelt my used plastics.
    Win-win.
    Paying it forward...that's what you are doing

  • @terrytresemer2864
    @terrytresemer2864 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I think Larry's right! I've both types and don't like the pig tail. I will cut it completely off or use a portion of the tail to make a rough spike to stick the head with. If you just thread it on and use a dental rubber band to make it weedless.

  • @CoopOutdoorsy88
    @CoopOutdoorsy88 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Try a tube on a shakey head especially non-hollow body tube like the googan doob tube. I love using that for smallies in Wisconsin

  • @bruceontheloose1708
    @bruceontheloose1708 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    got a idea seeing this. if they have the screw loc on tale plyers straighten it ou cut it short make one bend with needle nose plyers so just a ssingle hook like is made plastic should com off it easy. thinking of pouring mine now by high temp rtv coveru=ing screw lock area and use the wire weed gaurd then cut bend to shape

  • @SpookyRedz
    @SpookyRedz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the shove ons by gambler giggy heads bro , but u have to watch cause some have too thin of a hook , they have a spike with 2 small flanges

  • @TonyMadrigal-yn3hd
    @TonyMadrigal-yn3hd ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sorry, I'm a bit late to this one! Question,.....did you ever try modifying your existing pigtails and if so how did that work out? I.E. - straightening them out and shortened with a hooked end.

  • @jonathanlee5886
    @jonathanlee5886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve used the spot remover with pig tail for years. Never had an issue. But it could also be the plastic I use just works well with the 3/16 oz. Unsure.

  • @randomschmo5778
    @randomschmo5778 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great juice....I wouldn't have figured that out in a million years. Being a relative old timer, i only recently started using some hooks with the pigtail keeper, mainly on weighted swimbait hooks. So, now I'm wondering if the pigtail will cause the same problem with losing bass on my large Glide baits and large swimbaits? Any thoughts on this MS?

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      it could be hurting. i tend to cut half the pigtail off

  • @clintperry799
    @clintperry799 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I never would have thought that. 🤔👍

  • @bigguy7618
    @bigguy7618 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good stuff!

  • @bassfishingasia
    @bassfishingasia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That makes sense but the downside is that you probably go through worms faster. Ever since they started making offset hook jigheads, I've favored them because the worm can slide down the shank with less damage. My favorite has been Decoy nail bomb

  • @Floridafisherman5000
    @Floridafisherman5000 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good info!

  • @lancepoore3045
    @lancepoore3045 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Crazy I'm seeing this this morning. Just yesterday I spent 5 minutes in my boat trying to find heads with the screw locks because all I could find were the ones with just the pegs. 😂

  • @davidwilliam320
    @davidwilliam320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about the shakey head that have the spring keeper attached to a second eye on the bait? So that the keeper is “free swinging”. Any experience or opinions on them? For reference VMC makes one called the stand up shakey head. Thanks and appreciate the tips!

  • @craigmiller2945
    @craigmiller2945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about a pigtail keeper on EWG shakey head? That would seem to give you extra room for a good hook set.

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I prefer no pigtail on anything but its probably not as bad on an EWG

  • @questor_xl
    @questor_xl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the visual proof for not using the pig tail keepers. I'm a believer. 👍

  • @TheWaymont
    @TheWaymont 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been using the Owner pigtail shaky head jig for years, never miss fish.

  • @RobertWilliams-2823
    @RobertWilliams-2823 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mesu has a head with corkscrew but it swings away when the fish hits. Comes with a bigger corkscrew which I change out to the Owner small ones for the worms I like to use. TW sells them. I think you would like. I sure do..

  • @johnnyweaver1300
    @johnnyweaver1300 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Myself I never really liked those cork screw heads, I like the ewg ball head type, great tip though!

  • @gregbroyles2908
    @gregbroyles2908 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Makes sense!

  • @leejyaj1611
    @leejyaj1611 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I like the pro model

  • @benholliday5526
    @benholliday5526 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don’t fish shaky heads much, well none, but that makes all the sense in the world. When I do finally fish one I will remember this. I am a big time drop shot devotee. Would love to hear when to fish drop shot or shaky head.

    • @MattStefanFishing
      @MattStefanFishing  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      good video topic!

    • @secretbassrigs
      @secretbassrigs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Drop shot is a close to bottom suspending technique. While Shakey head fishing is fished on the bottom.

    • @benholliday5526
      @benholliday5526 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@secretbassrigs I am aware of that.

    • @secretbassrigs
      @secretbassrigs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@benholliday5526 Shakey heads use bigger worms than drop shot, traditionally.

  • @catchofthedave8681
    @catchofthedave8681 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is a great tip. You know ive never caught a fish on a shakey head in a tourney. Just never have. I dont have confidence in them like most people. If im gonna throw that style worm, ill rig a light texas rig or wacky.
    Just fun fishing i have caught fish on shakey heads, however i always bought the ewg style offset shakey heads that dont have a keeper, you just rig them texas style on the offset part right behind the head. Is there any disadvantage to using that style head that you know of? The offset style? Thanks for vids!!

  • @waynesalamon8911
    @waynesalamon8911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have better success with the Jewel Pro Shakey Head because the gap between the hook point and the bait keeper is bigger versus the style you throw. Love watching your videos. You have excellent cotent.