With the Neko rig firmly established, bass anglers are experimenting with innovation modifications to keep the presentation fresh. Brandon Palaniuk gives us a rundown on his go-to Neko rig setup, discussing hook, favorite plastic, hook placement and a sweet little skirt addition that breaths fresh life into the setup.
The VMC Neko Skirt doubles as a nail weight and skirt attractant. The weighted end of plastics come to life by shaking or moving the bait — this engages the living rubber/silicone skirting, creating a unique visual attractant. Brandon is a big proponent of making small tweaks like this when bass are heavily pressured or in a negative mood.
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An accomplished tournament angler and former fishing guide, Walker Smith has been published in many national and regional publications for well over a decade. His articles and videos have been viewed by millions of people.
He has a strong passion for teaching others about fishing while connecting with the human element of fishing as well.
When he’s not fishing, he enjoys spending time with his wife and family, watching the Atlanta Braves and the Georgia Bulldogs and hunting.