How to Catch More Bass with Soft Plastics

Proven Tactics to Help You Hook Bigger Bass Using Worms, Minnows, and Creature Baits If you ask any seasoned angler what bait lands the most bass, chances are soft plastics will be high on their list. From subtle presentations to aggressive power fishing, soft plastics are some of the most versatile and deadly tools in your tackle box. At Live Two Fish, we live and breathe soft plastics—and today we’re sharing battle-tested tips to help you catch more bass using our lures like the Flat Tail Rodeo Rave Worm, Midwest Minnows, and more. 🎣 1. Match the Hatch Bass are opportunistic feeders. The more your lure looks and acts like what they’re already eating, the more bites you’ll get. Use Midwest Minnows when baitfish are the primary forage. Try Shiner Stick worms when bass are holding near the bottom. Go bold with Rodeo Rave Worms during spawn and post-spawn when bass get territorial. Color tip: Clear water = natural shades like Shadow Shiner Stained water = bold colors like Pickleback or Creamsicko 🪝 2. Choose the Right Rig for the Situation Rigging your soft plastic the right way is key to presenting it naturally and avoiding snags. Texas Rig: Perfect for heavy cover and weeds Wacky Rig: Deadly in calm, clear water or pressured lakes Ned Rig: Ideal for finesse fishing and tough bites Dropshot: Great for suspended bass or vertical presentations Swimbait Rig: Use with Midwest Minnows on a jighead for a steady retrieve 📍 3. Fish the Right Structure Bass don’t roam randomly—they hold near cover and structure. Target these high-percentage areas with your soft plastics: Weed edges Docks and pilings Rock piles and drop-offs Brush piles and laydowns Points and creek channels Tip: Cast past the structure, drag or hop your bait through it, then pause—this often triggers the bite. ⏱️ 4. Master the Retrieve A soft plastic’s effectiveness depends heavily on how you work it. Vary your retrieves until you dial in what the bass want. Try: Slow dragging on bottom (mimics a crawfish or dying baitfish) Hop-hop-pause to imitate a darting minnow Dead-sticking (letting it sit motionless) for finicky fish Swimming with steady retrieve, especially with minnows 🌡️ 5. Adjust for Seasons and Conditions Soft plastics work year-round—but tweaking your approach based on the season can give you the edge. Spring: Use creature baits and worms around beds Summer: Fish deeper water with worms or drop shot rigs Fall: Swim minnows around bait balls and cover Winter: Go finesse with downsized presentations and slow movement 📸 6. Use Scents and Attractants Adding scent to your soft plastics can make a big difference—especially in tough conditions. It gives fish more reason to hold on after the bite, giving you more time to set the hook. Live Two Fish plastics are infused with attractant, but don’t be afraid to reapply scent during the day. 🧠 7. Be Patient and Pay Attention Soft plastic fishing is often about feel. Watch your line, especially on the fall. Any twitch, jump, or sudden slack could mean a fish has inhaled your bait. Keep your rod tip low and ready, and when you feel that tap—set the hook with authority. 🎯 Final Word: Confidence Is Key The more you fish soft plastics, the more you’ll realize how powerful they are. They excel in nearly every condition, on every lake, and for every skill level. At Live Two Fish, our lineup of soft plastic minnows, worms, and flat tail baits are designed to help you fish smarter and catch bigger bass—no matter where you cast. 🛍️ Ready to Load Up on Soft Plastics? Check out our best-selling: Midwest Minnows Flat Tail Rodeo Rave Worms Shiner Sticks 👉 Shop Live Two Fish Lures Now

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