Summer, most of the time, means tricking bass who are pressured and don’t need to eat.

Spotted Bass often are unpredictable.

If a jig is a bait you look forward to in the Winter. The summer has a lot of the same qualities, perfect for a jig.

The sweet spot between a Texas Rig and a Full size jig, enter finesse jig. The finesse jig is still cutting edge - the addition of Tungsten heads, Round Rubber, and hooks strong enough for braid and flipping sticks. https://youtu.be/268YNtJI7Lw?si=xxCU1cYFpSrbSFnT

With many different jig head styles to choose from, it makes fishing too complicated. Jig fishing will always be about patience and confidence, not complexity. If I could go back in time, all purpose would be my main concern - the same jig for swimming and flipping.