How Do You Texas Rig A Plastic Worm?
A plastic worm is a staple in any bass fisherman’s arsenal. The Texas Rig is one of the most popular ways to fish a plastic worm because of its effectiveness. You can fish a Texas rigged worm over any kind of structure, through weeds and grass, and at any depth you want. You can vary the size of the worm and the weight to change the rate of fall, and you can fish it as slowly or a quickly as you want. In short, a Texas rig is the ultimate in versatile bass lures. Here’s how to rig one. • Bullet Weights Slip a bullet sinker onto your line by inserting the line into the pointed end of the sinker. • Plastic Worm and Offset Worm Hook Tie on an offset worm hook using your favorite fishing knot. • Insert the hook point into the top of the worm Insert about 1/4 of an inch of the point of the hook straight into the top of the worm. • Push the point out the side of the head Turn the hook point and exit the worm at the side of the head. • Slide the worm up the hook Slide the worm up the hook tow
