Gary Yamamoto YAM

The Gary Yamamoto 5" SENKO BLACK W/ BLUE LAMINATE #317** is a must-have in any bass angler’s tackle box. Its simple yet effective design and lifelike action make it one of the most versatile and productive soft plastics I’ve ever used.Pros:Versatile and effective: The 5" SENKO is incredibly versatile and can be rigged in multiple ways, including wacky, Texas, and weightless rigs. I’ve had great success fishing it weightless, letting it slowly sink and flutter in the water column. Its subtle yet realistic fall is irresistible to bass, and I’ve found it works in both clear and murky water.Lifelike action: What sets the SENKO apart is its unique density and design, which gives it a lifelike action even with minimal movement. When rigged weightless, it has a slow, natural fall that mimics a baitfish or worm, triggering reaction bites from bass. The soft texture also makes it easy for fish to hold onto the bait longer, increasing your hookup ratio.Durable yet soft: Despite being soft and flexible, the SENKO holds up well to multiple catches. While soft plastics tend to wear down quickly, I’ve been impressed with how many fish I’ve caught on a single worm. The material is durable enough to last several casts and catches, but soft enough to maintain that all-important lifelike action.Great color combination: The Black with Blue Laminate (#317) color scheme is one of my favorites, especially in low-light conditions or stained water. The contrast between the black and blue creates a profile that bass can easily spot, making it particularly effective in cloudy or murky waters.Overall Experience:The Gary Yamamoto 5" SENKO is hands down one of the most effective baits I’ve ever used for bass fishing. Its versatility and lifelike action make it perfect for a variety of fishing situations. Whether you’re targeting shallow or deep water, the SENKO’s slow, natural fall triggers bites when other baits don’t. The Black with Blue Laminate color has been a game-changer for me, especially in low-visibility conditions. While it’s a bit more expensive and can wear out after a few catches, the results speak for themselves. This bait consistently catches fish and has earned a permanent spot in my tackle box.Tips for Use:Try different rigging methods: The SENKO is highly versatile. Try using it weightless, wacky rigged, or Texas rigged, depending on the fishing conditions. The different rigging methods can produce a variety of actions, which helps adapt to what the bass are biting on that day.Use O-rings for wacky rigging: To extend the life of your SENKOs when wacky rigging, use an O-ring. This helps prevent the worm from tearing when you set the hook and makes your bait last longer.Fish it slow: The real magic of the SENKO is in its subtle, natural fall. Don’t rush your retrieve—let it sink slowly, and the action will do the work for you.

You can always trust Gary Yamamoto to make baits that catch bass. These senko worms are killer Texas rigged on a shouldered worm hook.This is one of the colors that works best on our lake. There are many colors, and you should not hesitate to try several to see what works well where you fish. I find the ones with embedded sparkles particularly effective on very sunny days.Pay attention to the length. They come in four and five inch sizes. You'll need different size hooks for the different size baits. We are up north and so the bass don't get as big as they do down south. I mostly use the 4-in ones unless I'm fishing very deep, hoping to catch a epic one, and then I like to jig the 5 in along the bottom. You can fish them weighted or not.This is my go to bass bait. Hope they work as well for you as they do for me!

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Hands down the ol yamamoto senko is a classic - whatever the application, this is just one of those lures that can’t be beat and is a great “go-to” in nearly any situation. I typically wacky rig these bad boys - sooo even with an O-ring/wacky tool, they don’t last so long as I’d wish, and they are a bit pricey compared to other stick baits, but man do the fish love em! Hard to beat and definitely catch more than Yum Dingers or Zooms but definitely wish they were cheaper- usually save purchasing these for paychecks when I’ve got a good amount of overtime lol!

I picked up the 5” Gary Yamamoto Senko in black and decided to rig it up Texas-style on my first trip out. On my third cast, I hooked into a solid bass—these things flat-out work! The plastic is soft, which makes them super easy to rig. The downside is they don’t last very long since they get chewed up quickly, but honestly, that’s just proof the fish can’t resist them. I’ll definitely be buying more and plan on trying different colors as well. If you’re looking for a reliable soft plastic that gets bites fast, this is it!

They catch fish, but they fall apart very easily.

This rubber worm serves as my primary fishing lure when no other bait is effective. Its effectiveness in catching bass is consistently demonstrated. Despite the ridicule it often receives due to its color, the bubble gum color proves to be highly effective and exhibits remarkable action in the water, regardless of the fishing rig employed.

Always a top option when fishing lakes for big Bass. I recommend a Texas jig setup, and in the summer months when the water is clear, dark pumpkin and black are your go-to colors for shoreline and foliage. When fishing ponds, whether small or large, I tend to go with anything that has a red flake. Bass love them! They hold up well on multiple fish, far better than other brands.