Jiggin' Johnsons' Chub Grub 3.0" Soft Plastic Bait

When/Where: Wind-blown banks, grass edges, and shallow cover when you want a thicker trailer with steady thump.

How: Rig straight and snug. Slow-roll deeper with the rod tip down, or wake it higher with the rod tip up.

Why: A curly-tail grub adds lift and vibration without turning the bait into a bulky package.

Tuning: If the tail feels “too much,” slow down and keep your retrieve steadier (less surge).

When/Where: Grass lanes, outside edges, and shallow cover when fish are roaming but still relate to lanes.

How: Swim it steady and occasionally pop it free from grass. Let it fall briefly next to targets.

Why: The curly tail keeps working at slower speeds, so you can fish it patient and still get action.

Tuning: If it rides too high, slow down and keep the rod tip down to hold depth.

When/Where: Clear to lightly stained water, suspended fish, and schooling situations where subtle flash helps fish track.

How: Count it down and retrieve steadily. Add short pauses to let it glide and re-engage.

Why: Flash + a curly tail is a great “find it, then eat it” combo.

Tuning: If you see followers, slow down and add longer pauses to keep it in their face.

When/Where: Rock, sand, current seams, and open water when you want simple and effective.

How: Cast, let it fall, then swim it just off bottom. Mix in a few hops when you contact rock.

Why: The curly tail provides action with minimal effort — perfect for covering water.

Tuning: If you snag, reduce hop height and keep it moving more steadily.

When/Where: Weeds and mixed cover when you want a weedless swimming grub presentation.

How: Rig straight. Swim through lanes, then kill it next to cover and let it fall.

Why: Weedless efficiency with a tail that still kicks at slow speeds.

Tuning: If bites are light, lighten up and slow down — let the fall do more work.

When/Where: Grass, brush, and shallow flats when you want snag resistance and stable tracking.

How: Rig straight and swim it steadily. Add short twitches for cadence changes.

Why: The keel weight helps it track true while keeping the hook protected.

Tuning: If it rises, slow down; if it sinks too much, speed up slightly.