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Soft Plastic Rigging Guide: Ned Rig
What Is It?
The Ned Rig is a finesse fishing technique that involves using small plastic stickbaits, craws, or creatures paired with a light mushroom-shaped jighead with a finesse wire hook. Using a buoyant plastic bait is another primary characteristic of this presentation as this allows the bait to stand up on the bottom.
This rig was originally created by outdoor writer Ned Kehde and popularized in the Midwest – so the name Ned Rig comes from its originator, although some anglers refer to it as Midwest finesse rigging. To learn more in-depth about the Ned Rig, be sure to check out our blog posts on its origins and the latest and greatest Ned Rig baits.
How To Rig It
Setting up a Ned Rig is as simple as the lure and hook. All you do is tie on a mushroom head jig, thread the tail of your preferred soft plastic over the shank of the hook and you're good to go.
How To Fish It
Fish routinely hit the Ned Rig on the fall, and if you're using too heavy a jighead, the bait will plummet past the fish straight to the bottom. A lighter head will simply keep the bait in the strike zone for longer and will allow for that tantalizing, slow descent that makes the Ned Rig so effective.
Swim & Glide
Hop & Bounce
Drag & Deadstick
Straight Swim
Tips & Tricks
History of the Ned Rig
Ned Rig Tips
Top 6 Ned Rig Mistakes
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Z-Man Finesse TRD (The Real Deal) 8 pack
$4.99$4.244.96 / 5.0
192 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Finesse TRD is a 2 3/4 inch soft stickbait specially and specifically designed for the increasingly popular Ned rig Midwest fi...
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Z-Man Finesse ShroomZ Jigheads 5 pack
$5.29$4.504.75 / 5.0
76 Reviews
Features: Z-Man Finesse ShroomZ are round, mushroom-head jigs designed for Midwest finesse style fishing, aka the Ned rig. Ideal for use with any ...
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Gary Yamamoto Senko 5 inch Soft Plastic Stick Bait 10 pack
$7.99$7.194.94 / 5.0
17 Reviews
Features: The Gary Yamamoto Senko is the original soft plastic bass fishing stickbait. Design that popularized the incredibly effective soft plast...
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Z-Man NedlockZ EWG Wide Gap Ned Rig Jigheads 4 pack
$7.49$6.374.92 / 5.0
37 Reviews
Features: Z-Man NedlockZ EWG Jigheads are Ned rig jig heads built around wide-gap hooks for easy weedless rigging. Builds off the success of the m...
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Z-Man Big TRD (The Real Deal) 6 pack
$4.99$4.244.94 / 5.0
82 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Big TRD is a 4 inch soft stickbait specially and specifically designed for the increasingly popular Ned rig Midwest finesse te...
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Z-Man TRD TicklerZ 2 3/4 inch Ned Rig Bait 8 pack
$4.99$4.244.89 / 5.0
56 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man TRD TicklerZ Ned Rig Bait are small, 2 3/4 inch, tube-like Ned rig baits with tentacle skirts. Thick body makes for easy riggi...
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Keitech Fat Swing Impact 3.3 inch Soft Paddle Tail Swimbait
$6.494.81 / 5.0
21 Reviews
The Keitech Fat Swing Impact 3.3 inch is a small, ribbed, finesse paddle tail swimbait that redefines swimbait performance. Custom Keitech 2-ton...
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Z-Man TRD CrawZ 2 1/2 inch Soft Plastic Craw 6 pack
$4.99$4.244.94 / 5.0
85 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man TRD CrawZ are 2 1/2 inch soft plastic craws designed specifically for the Ned rig. Crafted with bulbous and buoyant claws with...
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Keitech Fat Swing Impact 2.8 inch Soft Paddle Tail Swimbait
$6.494.74 / 5.0
42 Reviews
The Keitech Fat Swing Impact 2.8 inch is a small, ribbed, finesse paddle tail swimbait that redefines swimbait performance. Custom Keitech 2-ton...
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Z-Man ZinkerZ 5 inch Soft Plastic Stick Bait 6 pack
$4.99$4.244.83 / 5.0
47 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man ZinkerZ are 5 inch soft plastic stick baits that are ideal for variety of methods: rigged straight, Texas, Carolina, wacky, or...
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Strike King 3X ElazTech Baby Z Too 2 3/4 inch Soft Jerkbait 5 pack
$4.99$3.994.85 / 5.0
13 Reviews
*Note: do not store ElazTech soft plastics in the same containers as standard plastisol-based soft plastic baits, chemical interaction will melt th...
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Z-Man TRD BugZ 2 3/4 inch Ned Rig Creature Bait
$4.99$4.244.94 / 5.0
48 Reviews
Features: Deliver a snack-sized piece morsel that no fish can resist with Z-Man TRD BugZ, 2 3/4 inch soft plastic beaver-style creature baits desi...
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VMC Swingin' Ned Rig Jig - 3 Pack
$5.49$4.675.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Features: The all new VMC Swingin' Ned Rig Jig showcases an innovative design by combining a hinged VMC Finesse Neko Hook with a traditional Ned R...
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Roboworm Ned Worm Ned Rig Stickworm
from $4.99from $4.244.73 / 5.0
22 Reviews
Features: The Roboworm Ned Worm is a soft plastic Ned rig stickworm featuring Roboworm's unique "hand pour" style colorways. Produced using an auto...
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Gary Yamamoto Senko 4 inch Soft Plastic Stick Bait - 10 pack
$7.99$7.195.0 / 5.0
17 Reviews
Features: The Gary Yamamoto Senko is the original soft plastic bass fishing stickbait. Design that popularized the incredibly effective soft plast...
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Z-Man NedlockZ HD Jigheads 5 pack
$7.49$6.374.89 / 5.0
19 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man NedlockZ HD Jigs feature a signature mushroom-shaped head preferred by finesse enthusiasts and Ned riggers everywhere. Heavy-d...
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Owner 4155 Block Head Offset Hook Heads
from $5.50from $4.685.0 / 5.0
9 Reviews
Features: The Owner 4155 Block Head Offset Hook Head is a finesse head that lets you fish it weedless. Baits like short stick baits, Ned worms and ...
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Z-Man Hula StickZ 4 inch Skirted Soft Stickbait
$4.99$4.244.98 / 5.0
40 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Hula StickZ are 4 inch soft stickbaits made from Z-Man's super durable ElaZtech plastic material. Salt-impregnated, 10X Tou...
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Z-Man Pro ShroomZ Jigheads 4 pack
$5.29$4.504.84 / 5.0
19 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Pro ShroomZ Jigheads are Ned rig jigheads made with larger 2/0 hooks and are available in heavier weights than the standard Fi...
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YUM Dinger Soft Plastic Stick Bait
from $3.494.97 / 5.0
29 Reviews
Features: The YUM Dinger is a versatile soft plastic stick bait with subtle, lifelike action that doesn't break the bank. Works well with a variet...
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Z-Man Pro ShroomZ Weedless Jigheads 4 pack
$6.29$5.354.75 / 5.0
12 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Pro ShroomZ Weedless Jigheads are weedless Ned rig jigheads made with larger 2/0 hooks and are available in heavier weights th...
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Eagle Claw Lazer Sharp Pro-V Finesse Ned Rig Jighead 5 pack
from $3.49from $2.974.92 / 5.0
12 Reviews
Features: The Eagle Claw Lazer Sharp Pro-V Finesse Jig is a mushroom-style Ned rig jighead. Pro-V bend light wire hook improves landing ratios. Du...
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Z-Man Baby GOAT 3 inch Finesse Soft Plastic Grub 6 pack
$5.49$4.674.96 / 5.0
25 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Baby Goat is a new 3 inch multi-purpose finesse grub with loads of fish-catching potential. Twin action tails provide signific...
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X-Zone Stealth Finesse Tube Jig - 4 Pack
$6.99$5.94Features: The all new X-Zone Stealth Finesse Tube Jig is a must have for any angler looking to use finesse sized tubes when fishing sandy or rocky ...
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Gary Yamamoto 4 Inch Shad Shape Worm Drop Shot Bait - 10 Pack
$5.99$5.395.0 / 5.0
12 Reviews
Features: The Gary Yamamoto Shad Shape Worm is a 4 inch soft plastic drop shotting bait. Small baitfish/worm profile with a single tail appendage ...
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Z-Man Pro CrawZ 3 1/2 inch Soft Plastic Craw 3 pack
$4.99$4.244.57 / 5.0
23 Reviews
Features: Z-Man Pro CrawZ are 3 1/2 inch soft plastic craws made from 10X Tough ElaZtech thermoplastic material. Upsized version of the incredibly...
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Z-Man Football NedZ Jigheads 3 pack
$5.99$5.095.0 / 5.0
4 Reviews
Features: Z-Man Football NedZ are a new line of football-shaped Ned rig lead jig heads. Designed for fishing deeper, rocky bottom lakes and rivers...
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Z-Man Mag ShroomZ Jigheads 3 pack
$5.29$4.505.0 / 5.0
7 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Mag ShroomZ Jigheads are large, magnum-size Ned rig jigheads built with a 6/0 hook. Mushroom-shaped head mates seamlessly with...
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Z-Man Billy GOAT 4 1/4 inch Soft Plastic Grub 3 pack
$5.49$4.675.0 / 5.0
19 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Billy GOAT is a new 4 1/4 inch multi-purpose ElaZtech grub with loads of fish-catching potential. Twin action tails provide si...
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Z-Man Power Finesse ShroomZ Jigheads 3 pack
$5.29$4.504.89 / 5.0
9 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Power Finesse ShroomZ is a beefed up version of the Finesse ShroomZ that better handles larger baits and bigger fish. Heavy d...
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Z-Man GOAT 3 3/4 inch Soft Plastic Grub 4 pack
$5.49$4.675.0 / 5.0
19 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man GOAT is a new 3 3/4 inch multi-purpose ElaZtech finesse grub with loads of fish-catching potential. Twin action tails provide ...
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Keitech Shad Impact 4 inch Soft Jerkbait
$4.995.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Features: The Keitech Shad Impact is a 4 inch soft jerkbait that imitates a wounded bait fish. Top section of the bait is a no salt, lightweight p...
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Keitech Little Spider 3 inch Soft Plastic
$4.994.6 / 5.0
5 Reviews
Features: The Keitech Little Spider is a unique, 3 inch finesse soft plastic with a skirt on one end and two curl tail appendages on the other. ...
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Strike King KVD Ned Ocho 2 1/2 inch Ned Rig Stick Worm 9 pack
$5.99$4.795.0 / 5.0
8 Reviews
Features: The Strike King Ned Ocho is a downsized version of Strike King's Ocho soft plastic stickbait, measuring only 2 1/2 inches. 8-sided body ...
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Berkley PowerBait Minnow
$5.99$5.394.86 / 5.0
7 Reviews
Features: The PowerBait Minnow features a preferred, proven, and popular minnow shape and several sizes to let you match the minnows and local f...
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Z-Man TRD TubeZ 2 3/4 inch Soft Plastic Ned Rig Tubes 6 pack
$4.99$4.244.9 / 5.0
20 Reviews
A creative new take on a time-tested Northwestern technique, the Z-Man TRD TubeZ deliver advanced finesse performance in an incredibly durable pack...
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Gary Yamamoto Double Tail Hula Grub - 4 Inch
$7.99$7.194.9 / 5.0
10 Reviews
Features: The Gary Yamamoto Double Tail Hula Grub 4 Inch is a soft plastic grub with a plastic skirt on one end and twin curly-tail appendages on ...
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Strike King Rage Ned Craw 2 3/4 inch Soft Plastic Craw 9 pack
$6.99$5.595.0 / 5.0
6 Reviews
Features: The Strike King Rage Ned Craw is a downsized version of the Rage Craw made for Ned rig finesse fishing. Shortened, 2 3/4 inch ribbed bod...
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Strike King Zero ElazTech 5 inch Soft Stickbait
$4.99$3.994.83 / 5.0
6 Reviews
Features: The Strike King Zero ElazTech Soft Stickbait is a 5 inch ElazTech soft plastic "Senko-style" worm. Compared to other soft baits made fro...
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Keitech Swing Impact 2 inch Finesse Paddle Tail Swimbait
$5.495.0 / 5.0
10 Reviews
Features: The Keitech Swing Impact 2 inch is a small, finesse paddle tail swimbait. Remarkable natural swimming action. Strong squid scent. Specif...
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Big Bite Baits Trick Stick Soft Plastic Stickbait - 5 Inch
from $3.294.79 / 5.0
14 Reviews
Features: The Big Bite Baits Trick Stick is a Soft Plastic Stickbait designed for success and versatility! Constructed with Big Bite Baits super s...
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Keitech Little Spider 3 1/2 inch Soft Plastic
$4.995.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Features: The Keitech Little Spider is a unique, 3 1/2 inch finesse soft plastic with a skirt on one end and two curl tail appendages on the oth...
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Z-Man TRD MinnowZ 3 1/2 inch Soft Ned Rig Bait 8 pack
$4.99$4.244.93 / 5.0
14 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man TRD MinnowZ are baitfish profile soft plastics designed to pair well with finesse presentations. Slim baitfish profile and a s...
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Z-Man TRD HogZ 3 inch Soft Plastic Creature Bait 6 pack
$4.99$4.244.94 / 5.0
16 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man TRD HogZ are 3 inch finesse creature baits that have little legs and ribbing to give your finesse applications a little extra ...
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Z-Man Mag ShroomZ Weedless Jigheads 3 pack
$6.29$5.354.83 / 5.0
6 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Mag ShroomZ Weedless Jigheads are large, magnum-size Ned rig jigheads built with a 6/0 hook and wire weedguards. Mushroom-shap...
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Strike King Tour Grade Weedless Ned Jig Head 3 pack
$5.99$4.79Features: The Strike King Tour Grade Weedless Ned Jig Head is a flat-bottom Ned rig jighead with a wire weedguard. Designed to be paired with your ...
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Z-Man Giant TRD 6 inch Ned Rig Bait 6 pack
$6.49$5.524.9 / 5.0
20 Reviews
Features: The Z-Man Giant TRD Ned Rig Bait is a large, 6 inch, oversize Ned rigging stick worm. Proven bait shape now available in an oversized 6-...
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Xzone Ned Zone 3 inch Ned Rig Stickworm 8 pack
$4.99$4.244.89 / 5.0
9 Reviews
Features: The Xzone Ned Zone is a 3 inch Ned rig stickworm for finesse bass fishing. Straight, ribbed body with a bulbous tail section that floats...
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