The Neko and Texas rigs are two popular soft bait presentations used in bass fishing. Both have their own unique advantages and disadvantages but the choice between the two ultimately comes down to the individual angler's preference and the specific fishing conditions when on the water.
The Neko Rig!
The Neko rig is a simple rig that involves threading a soft plastic worm or stick bait a Neko-style hook parallel with the length of the worm then inserting a small nail weight in the head of the bait (see video).
The Neko rig usually excels in clear water especially when bass are feeding on small baitfish or worms. The Neko rig's main advantage is its subtle presentation, which can be especially effective when bass are finicky or in a negative feeding mood. It is also a great rig for beginners since it's easy to rig and use.
The Texas rig on the other hand, is a more versatile rig and used in a variety of fishing conditions. It involves rigging a soft plastic worm or creature bait with a bullet weight and a flipping or EWG style hook (see video).
The weight size can be varied and is used to keep the bait near the bottom. In most cases the hook is usually rigged weedless making it a "go-to" rig for fishing in heavy cover. The Texas rig is a great option when bass are feeding on larger prey, such as crawfish or bluegills. It is also a good choice when fishing in murky or stained water where the fish may not be able to see the bait as well.
Both the Neko and Texas rigs are great options for bass fishing. The Neko rig is often best used in clear water; when the bass are feeding on small bait; or when fishing pressured water. On the other hand, the Texas rig is more versatile and often used in heavy cover or when the water is stained to dirty.
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