I hardly ever texas rig anymore, i get way more action from any plastic on a wobble head. By action i mean the bait looks more natural....

Catt, good article, thanks. Rip was the Mustad hook rep and all his spinnerbaits used vinyl skirts and gold plated hooks. Rip told me he caught his bass on 8" Purple Fliptail worms. The Matty was popular out west back in the day....still works!

Small world! Rip had a phobia about traveling, being anywhere new.

Tom

Small world indeed

Not many people have heard of Rip, Gerald, or their record. What was ridiculous they didn't even win the tournament!

Toledo Tackle had several Matty lure but sold them all for $5 before I got there!

The old school basser...

Texas Rig all the way. I throw it in all conditions unless the bass are feeding on top, then I throw a popper.

Texas rigged worms are something I haven't thrown in a few years and probably should start again. However shakey head has been helpful for me on tidal waters. From all experience over the years I like both.