two 4/0 Trokar extra-wide-gap worm hooks
two SPRO welded
ball-bearing swivels
soft-plastic jerkbait
15. Double Soft-Jerkbait Rig
Rigging tip: Scott Martin prefers the welded ball-bearing swivels to prevent the line from getting
caught or damaged in a split ring. Inserting a 1/32-ounce nail weight in one jerkbait can aid with
casting and help maintain separation between the baits during the retrieve. To rig it, put the main
line through the eye of one swivel, and then tie it to the second swivel. Attach an 18- to 24-inch
leader to the main-line swivel and a shorter 12- to 16-inch leader to the sliding swivel.
Where to use it: The double soft-jerkbait rig excels on blueback herring lakes, but will work
anywhere bass are schooling and feeding on baitfish.
How to fish it: Martin likes to rip and jerk the rig quickly as he retrieves it. A fast retrieve will
keep the baits just below the surface.
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