How to Fish Jigs for Tough Summer Bass | Gerald Swindle Tells All

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2 жыл бұрын

Stingy summertime bass got you wishing you “weren’t” fishing? While most anglers think slowing down is best during a tough bite, Gerald Swindle (wired2.fish/SwindleKZfaqCha...) puts on display that the exact opposite can sometimes be even more effective. Sit back and watch as “GMAN” explains why snapping a skirted bass jig in deep grass can oftentimes be the ticket to beating the heat.
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The “middle of the road”, as Swindle calls it, is a place that often gets overlooked come summertime. “Most anglers either go punch mats or get out on the ledges.” What several people forget is that there is a whole lot of water between the two for fish to sit in. Swindle begins breaking down this area by using his side imaging to look for irregularities in the grassline and of course, fish.
Once successfully located, Swindle ops for a skirted bass jig which he casts into the grass, and snaps back to the boat. Erratically snapping the jig creates a reaction strike out of the fish. Swindle chooses a more streamlined head design to come through the grass better, as well as a shorter-shanked hook for better penetration. Swindle’s ideal setup for this technique is a 7’3” medium-heavy rod paired with a faster gear ratio reel (7.5:1) to catch up to fish if you get caught out of position, which Swindle claims happens more times often than not.
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@stevemeeks1873 2 жыл бұрын

If I had 1 wish....be jus to set on the back deck and watch g get after it!! Good lord could take me home when we got back to the ramp I would have no regrets!! Solid solid video G-man!!! Keep it real and the wisdom coming enjoy every second of it!!

@ChurchThe3rd 2 жыл бұрын

*sets the hook and there’s nothing* .. “Excuse me, had a call coming in” 😂😂 G-man is a national treasure!

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, just dropping nuggets like this all day when you fish with him!

@JohnSmith-tz7iy 2 жыл бұрын

Gerald is the reason I love jigs

@elieziete 9 ай бұрын

My brother loves this. He said he got a few fish with these. He love it so much he wouldn’t mind getting more for any holidays.

@mhamby2009 2 жыл бұрын

More Gerald Swindle please. Love this guy!!

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

We appreciate you checking out the content. Definitely give his channel a look too: wired2.fish/SwindleKZfaqChannel

@lmsmbassaddict7378 2 жыл бұрын

I've learned so much watching him over the years. I wish there was a way to tell him how much his style has helped me grow as a fisherman.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

He may see your comment here but check out his KZfaq channel and drop him a comment there. He'll be sure to appreciate it! Thanks for watching -- wired2.fish/SwindleKZfaqChannel

@andrewmoore3995 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favorite times to fish, fins them in pads, matted grass, under docks and anywhere else where there is shade.

@xOPER8Rx 2 жыл бұрын

I see a Gerald Swindle video- I instantly watch and like. Why he doesn't have his own show is beyond me. Funny as hell and catches a fish every now and then with his junk fishing super powers. GMAN= Awesome. Wired2Fish- if you posted more Gman vids, I'd pay you twice what I do now.

@catchofthedave8681 2 жыл бұрын

Bro you aint wrong……he 100% needs his own series/show. He has another full career when he stops tourneys……everyone would watch it, he’s knowledgeable and funny.

@Cbill1987 2 жыл бұрын

@@catchofthedave8681 he has his own channel tho it’s pretty cool check it out

@drewturnbull3483 2 жыл бұрын

He may not have a show but he does have a KZfaq channel!

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Check out his channel --> wired2.fish/SwindleKZfaqChannel

@michaelshaw5481 Жыл бұрын

I'll never forget "8 FOOT POLE???? WHAT YOU GOT A DANG MANATEE LOCKED IN WTF I WAS ROLLING IN THE YARD TRYING NOT TO SPILL A BEER

@rodneygreen9968 2 жыл бұрын

The GMAN is a Great Teacher. I Learned something Beneficial Today for August Bass Fishing. 👍👍👏👏

@joshsinglefooter 2 жыл бұрын

These are the videos that teach anglers how to reasonably fish offshore! Awesome content W2F. I.... guess you don't need me to tell yall that!

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

We appreciate it! Put a camera on Swindle, Guntersville (or anywhere) and hit record. Stand-up comedy meets bass fishing college education.

@way75mit9 2 жыл бұрын

Last year during the Covid crush, I started fishing round ball jigs, " Brown & Green " cause the G-Man said to, and I have since given away ALL my other jigs, cause the round ball finesse jig " CATCHES " them all big , small , spotted, or brown , The G-Man is my new hero , I now catch more bass than I ever have and I been fishing for over 40 years, Thanks Gerald !!!!!

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, talk about a fishing testimony! Thanks a ton for the comment -- we're sure Gerald will be looking at these comments soon enough too. Stay fishing bud!

@shawnbeck2303 11 ай бұрын

Been with Gerald and KVD since the Quantum days. K V D is retiring! I am going with Gerald Swindle. Learning to jig fish. Great video G-Man. Shawn.

@ChrisOgle210 Жыл бұрын

Gman is one of those guys when he starts talking I shut up and listen. Solid advice every time

@quags7744 2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff, when G talks I listen. I’d like to see more collaboratives with Ike you guys are awesome together.

@mikejohnston80 2 жыл бұрын

I came forth in a club tourney using this information. I am pretty I've watch this 3 times trying to remember all the info for future opportunities. Keep up the great videos and more g man.

@BasslivesmatterLLC 2 жыл бұрын

One of my top5 fishermen of all time you know you would have a good time fishing with Gman

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

You definitely have sore abs by the end of the day 😂 just laughing non-stop.

@Redneckrino 2 жыл бұрын

Man I just love Gman he speaks my language. 🇺🇸👍🏼

@brandonsmith606 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best guy's in the business, so likable, and Always willing to teach it seems I'd love to fish with him

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

He's 100% genuine and all about working hard and having fun.

@doyleshaw3063 2 жыл бұрын

Good info G, thanks a lot and keep on keepn on.

@TimHaunFishing 2 жыл бұрын

This wasn't just useful for jig fishing. Just the explanation of pulling baits through glass took away some of the mystery for me. This is quickly becoming my favorite informative fishing channel.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the comment Tim and your time taking a look at our vids.

@DFWdarin Жыл бұрын

I watched another Gerald video and my father took me bass fishing when i was a baby. and i've been doing it ever since. I fished for bass now for over 40 years and never liked or had confidence in a jig. I looked at them as ways to get hung up baits. After watching Gerald descibe a jig last winter I busted out all the jigs I had laying around and began fishing it at least once a trip. At first I sucked.. couldn't get a bite. Then one day in the following summer it happened. It just clicked. I was fishing it wrong. That day I caught a two lber on my second pitch with a jig. then five casts later a three lber. I have gone jig niuts now and will always have pone tied onm. I love Gerald. He's a great guy or one hell of a actor. Either way I can't thjank him enogh.

@user-by6yc8yl7v 2 жыл бұрын

This is the time of the year water is above 80 so i have to put my musky gear down. I was a bass fisherman before anything and my fav way to catch em is in the thick heat pitchin, flippin precise cover.

@tanner1061 2 жыл бұрын

Been watching g man all day he’s a great guy

@buddymccormack8668 2 жыл бұрын

that's where I have been finding them, that outside grass line. I have been using chatterbaits , swimjigs , and swimbaits on an underspin, but I'll give the jig a try

@AngieGarner7 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Best time for me is warmer weather and deep , great video!!! Very informative!!! 👍🏻👊🏻

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching Angie.

@robertbarnes9323 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome Gerald Thankyou for the tip

@adamweinberg4820 Жыл бұрын

Love your teaching videos!! Always informative and still fun to watch! Awesome stuff

@kylescurio427 2 жыл бұрын

Swindle needs to make a fishing/comedy youtube series

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

A recurring comment here! In case you haven't checked it out: wired2.fish/SwindleKZfaqChannel

@malcolmzoll7613 2 жыл бұрын

a lot of great information Gerald ,thanks for this video

@hashiramasenju4846 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff G-Man!

@the_mad_swimbaiter455 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Good technique. I'll have to try it sometime when I find grass.

@OhMyLarryFishing 2 жыл бұрын

This VIDEO is AMAZING 😻

@johnpacitti74 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Swindell

@mburke1211 2 жыл бұрын

Great content GS.

@jeffholder195 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks G! I caught some this morning on the “balling out” jigs.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff Jeff! 🎣

@jeremypatrick5213 2 жыл бұрын

I can't help but go in August I just started back fishing this summer and jig fish and grass is one of my favorites that's where I've had most of my luck so far still not catching both loads like you sir but I'm dang happy if I bring home two and one day and real real happy if I bring home bad or turn loose I should say

@patrickmahoney3479 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I like info that is presented in a way that is easy to understand.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Patrick and glad you found the content helpful.

@thecuriositychamber1444 11 ай бұрын

You are the Matthew McConaughey of fishing Matthew Mcconacray 🤔 awesome vid

@mindysellers1722 2 жыл бұрын

he's a beast I'm gonna try this technique thanks G man and wired 2 fish

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

You bet. Yes, this was an excellent and helpful video. GMAN reveals tons of insight to help make us better anglers.

@mikemason4792 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Great tutorial.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Mike, we appreciate your time.

@davidtreichler8036 2 жыл бұрын

G-Man 🎣 thank you! 🙂

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Any time!

@mikeford9176 2 жыл бұрын

Just what I needed right now. Thanks

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Out pleasure Mike. Good luck.

@63Bare 2 жыл бұрын

Great video "GMan". Excellent information.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

You betcha Finaddict - we appreciate you watching and dropping a note. Good luck fishing the rest of your year.

@fjc8900 2 жыл бұрын

Excuse me call coming in 😂

@JoseMartinez-dq4km 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips thanks

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@skinnyslims5327 Жыл бұрын

Excuse me… call comin in 😂😂🤣😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@FishingWithDamon 2 жыл бұрын

There sure is nothing like summer bass fishing best part about it is frog season where i live in New Brunswick Canada and it looks like you had a great time on the water that is what is all about!

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

@FishingWithDamon 2 жыл бұрын

@@Wired2Fish yessir 😘

@mikejohnston80 2 жыл бұрын

Wish this was out yesterday. I fished a river tournament today. I switched to a half ounce jig late in the day. Caught 2 4 lbers and a 1.6 too little too late.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like it was a good learning day for you Michael. A productive jig pivot late in the day produced some beauties 👍.

@lanierkayakbassfishing7950 2 жыл бұрын

man just SLING EM N BRING EM brotherrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!

@jdean1851 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks from Idaho" HOT TIPS!!!!

@mikesturgill4846 10 ай бұрын

Hey Big G! Love your videos brother wherever I can find them. I’m like a sponge trying to learn whatever and whenever I can when not on the water. I only get on the water once a week but that’s rain or shine so you fill in the gaps for me in between. Hands down one of the best teacher there ever was or is. Watching and listening to you I can tune everything else out. Ok I’ll stop before you think I’m gonna ask you out on a date. This is and older video so don’t know if you’ll see this but have a question. What reel handle grips do you use? Can’t find any that fits me exactly. I can’t afford all the same brand reels so I have about 15 different brands and want them all to feel more the same. If you took the time to read this freakin book I wrote ya maybe you will let me know some to try. Appreciate you buddy and all of team Swindle!

@taylormoore4991 2 жыл бұрын

Great video

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it Taylor, thanks for tuning in.

@earniederboven5100 2 жыл бұрын

good video g on these jigs im trying to teach my son how to use these...

@guywithagoprofishingshow3011 2 жыл бұрын

dang;Idunno how many times Ive either used y'all for technique ideas,or we are a day apart in putting out a same approach episode;which raises my confidence cuz i don't have NEAR the capabilities or gear y'all do-but I've been having the BEST season of my life so far..Means My "Angler Instinct" is getting stronger and my ability to "read" the waters is getting better and better.Got the truck,now gotta get the boat...#YearRoundAngler#Self-Funded#SupportSmallChannels

@mattsosebee4201 2 жыл бұрын

I watch any G-Man video I scroll over. He’s one of the very few guys in this industry that came from nothing. Most these guys we compete with came from a college sponsorship or they were sponsored by mommy and daddy until they got their big hit.

@brandonjones9015 2 жыл бұрын

More content Gerald. Come on Man from Oregon

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

He's a content wizard for sure 🧙‍♂️. Be sure to check out his KZfaq channel (kzfaq.info) as well as his playlist on @Wired2Fish : kzfaq.info/sun/PLqCVQ-qVE7YeekAc6zmYuMz91Lby6WwFP

@greytroop9272 2 жыл бұрын

What do I need to adjust post cold front cloudy day I struggled this morning trying this technique

@doncorleoneful 2 жыл бұрын

would love to fish 1 time with this guy

@RG-cd3uf 2 жыл бұрын

One benefit of living up north is water don't normally get that hot. And if it does its not for long

@stuartcarter944 2 жыл бұрын

Hey what's that thing wrapped around his steering column? It looked like a Walmart in one shot and a neck gaiter in another shot

@fwjayd0n Жыл бұрын

bass are so cool they are my favorite fish they are good fighter don't give up 😉 also thx for this vid it help.me a lot what is ur biggest bass? my is 6pounds very big

@user-ks6dh3me5j Жыл бұрын

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@jakeevans4858 2 жыл бұрын

Curious did have you always cast left handed or was it something you had to learn? I see the benefit I would assume you have a better shot of catching on the fall

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jake, we're not 100% sure but know that Swindle has always been a huge proponent of casting/pitching/flipping with both hands due to the enhance efficiency. Most definitely helps with detecting quick bites on the fall by eliminating the hand switch.

@jerryfarrow1935 2 жыл бұрын

What color is the jig and trailer

@bruceesterline3170 10 ай бұрын

Perfect condition just look at the clouds 👍

@TimBigBendFishing Жыл бұрын

Bring back the G-Man Mullet!

@mynamejeff2006 2 жыл бұрын

Shit. I wish i could jig fish with this dude for even 1 hour.

@SigmaJoker 2 жыл бұрын

Class is in session

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir, and earn your PhD in summer jig fishing grass! Thanks for tuning in.

@novazxn6847 2 жыл бұрын

what sunglasses do you have I need those to fish with

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Here you go! Costa Del Mar Reefton Sunglasses: wired2.fish/ReeftonSunglasses

@markchambers2812 2 жыл бұрын

G man where can buy some of those jigs ? Ty, Mark Chambers Baton Rouge, La.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Right here buddy: wired2.fish/GMANBallinOutJig

@markchambers2812 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks G I always pull for you and love your fishing tips 66 and still junkin ! Mark

@danhaley4465 Жыл бұрын

How have 124,000 people watched this and NOT like it….

@diggy561 2 жыл бұрын

Envy 3 looks so much better than the last generation.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

We handled them at ICAST and they're super pretty and crisp feeling. We're looking forward to getting our hands on a few. You can learn more about them here: wired2.fish/3BaKCqE

@justgoofingoff 2 жыл бұрын

I love to have G-man come fish my lake and find fish. I live on the hot side of a nuclear lake, come summer, its very tough... My water ranges from upper 90s to 103+....

@lexm0 2 жыл бұрын

Find the deepest water in the lake!

@itsmrweed89 Жыл бұрын

Alright, alright, alright

@angelasawtelle3923 2 жыл бұрын

Alright, Alright, Alright.

@susanbranhammsnanp-bcpmhnp2414 2 жыл бұрын

I keep a buckeye tied on 24/7

@zacpearson1878 2 жыл бұрын

My home chain doesn’t have grass, it is very tanic, it has awfully set up Kissimmee grass and the cypress doesn’t hold fish in the summer what should I try

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Zac, here are a few recent Florida-based vids that might be worth an "ideas" look for you: 1. Randall Tharp's Perfected Punching Setup for Bass: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qp99f92lq66VgYU.html 2. How to Swim a Worm for Bass | NEW Tricks with Shaw Grigsby‼️: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pr6godyHrrbbj5c.html 3. Swim Jigs for Spring Bass: Size, Color, Retrieve and Location: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i9Z0mJBm0prIcmg.html 4. Spring Bass Fishing with Topwater Baits (Prop) | When, Where, and How: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jcWlfLGpupnUY4E.html 5. Spring Bass Hammerfest on Silent Lipless Crankbaits | Big Bass Action: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nNN7gs540pnKo4U.html 6. Texas Rigging Paddle Tail Swimbaits: When, Where, and How: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/faddrMyLqsWbg5c.html 7. 5 Heavy Cover Flipping Tips You Might Be Missing: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nZuDrcthzsfHl58.html

@zacpearson1878 2 жыл бұрын

@@Wired2Fish watching those in order thankyou

@rossrobichaux9425 Жыл бұрын

this guy sounds like he drives a Lincon all right all right all right

@marwinmanzanarez7022 2 жыл бұрын

Bass fishing needs G man.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

🙌

@joemartin6439 2 жыл бұрын

U have $ grand in fish finders a trolling motor ad thousands of dollars. JohnMartin

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Comes with the territory of being a successful pro bass angler. He's respectful though of all levels of anglers (income, still, otherwise). Check out the video at the 4:40 mark, he addresses not having all this equipment and still getting on the same bite.