What's the secret to professional bass angler Drew Gill's multi-win success, and how can one versatile rig tell you exactly how bass want to feed?

Bass Pro Tour Champion Drew Gill, one of the most prominent anglers on the pro circuit, attributes much of his rapid success to his confidence bait, the Neko Rig. In this seminar, brought to you by Drew Gill and Bass University, he shares his in-depth knowledge of this incredibly versatile finesse fishing rig.

Drew is known for being one of the most knowledgeable anglers in the world, and in this session, he shares everything you need to know about the Neko Rig and his signature worm, the Big Bite Nekorama. He emphasizes the importance of his fishing setup and gear, explaining his preferred rod, braided line and fluorocarbon leader, and how adjusting leader line size directly impacts the bait's fall rate for different applications.

Drew explains how precise hook and weight placement dramatically alter the rig's action and versatility. He details the two main weight types – internal weights and external weights and when to use each. He also reveals three critical hook placement locations, from the nose to the tail, to achieve specific movements, whether you want the bait to move across distance or stay anchored in one spot while shaking its tail, perfect for targeting specific areas or bed fishing.

This seminar also unveils the Neko Rig's power as an invaluable indicator. Drew demonstrates how this single versatile fishing rig can tell you exactly how bass are wanting to feed that day – whether they prefer baits fished up or down – which in turn guides your overall bait selection and fishing strategy. You'll gain insights into seasonal applications, from prespawn through fall, and regional approaches across southern, central, and northern fisheries, targeting largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass in diverse conditions. He even shares his go-to worm color selections and how they help dial in the bite.

Join Bass Pro Tour Champion Drew Gill as he reveals all his Neko Rig secrets in this informative seminar with Bass University. Learn to master this incredibly powerful and versatile technique that has earned Drew over $500,000 and proven effective across 11 months of the year, helping you become a more high-percentage angler.

Neko Rig Seasonal & Regional Success Class Chapters

• 0:16: Neko Rig Versatility
  Discover why the Neko Rig is lauded as one of the most versatile baits in existence, and how mastering its broad applications can fundamentally elevate your angling success across diverse fishing conditions and target species.
• 2:30: Drew Gill's Setup & Gear
  Uncover the exact gear specifications and setup secrets that are essential for the Neko Rig's peak performance, empowering you to fine-tune your equipment for maximum effectiveness and control over your bait.
• 7:10: Hook & Weight Placement
  Learn how to precisely manipulate the Neko Rig's behavior through strategic hook and weight choices, giving you unparalleled control to adapt your presentation and provoke bites in any situation, from skipping docks to targeting individual fish.
• 11:33: Neko Rig Presentation
  Transform your approach to bass fishing by understanding how the Neko Rig acts as a crucial "indicator," revealing the bass's feeding preferences and guiding your overall bait selection, even allowing you to learn from your mistakes on the water.
• 17:10: Drew Gill's Favorite Colors
  Gain Drew Gill's strategic insight into Neko Rig color selection. Learn his two essential starting colors and how to use them to rapidly determine the most effective shade for the day, ensuring you're always presenting the perfect visual cue to the bass.
• 18:55: Approach & Versatility
  The ultimate guide to Neko Rig application, learn how to tailor your approach seasonally and regionally for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass. This chapter equips you with advanced strategies to leverage the rig's unparalleled versatility and dominate any fishery, year-round.

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