When to Use Paddle Tails, Curl Tails & Jerk Baits

Most fishermen have paddle tails, curl tails and jerk baits in their tackle box, but the big mistake is fishing them all the same way. In this video, I explain when to use each type of soft plastic, what fish they suit best, how to work them properly, and when to use a jig head or weedless hook. If you’re confused about which soft plastic to throw, this video will help you choose the right lure for the conditions. WANT MORE HELP WITH THIS STYLE OF FISHING? I’m building out full Aussie fishing guides, pillar posts and printable resources around snapper, mulloway, mackerel and plenty more species, plus bait, rigs, lures and common fishing mistakes here: https://shannonsfishing.com/fishing-r... This is where I put the step-by-step fishing tips, rigs, bait advice, lure setups, moon phase notes and real-world lessons from years on the water. READ MORE AUSSIE FISHING TIPS For more fishing tips, articles, guides and fishing lessons, visit: https://shannonsfishing.com FISHING BUNDLES THAT FIX COMMON MISTAKES I’m also building full Aussie fishing guide packs designed to fix common mistakes with rigs, bait, lures and fishing techniques. Check out the Shannons Fishing bundles here: https://shannonsfishing.com/fishing-b... MY FISHING BOOKS ON AMAZON ➡️ 1001 Aussie Fishing Tips: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0FJ19PKVH ➡️ Mastering Mulloway: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0FM8MS4YL BUY ME A COFFEE IF YOU ENJOY THESE TIPS Keep the lines tight, the videos rolling, and the stories real — cheers legends! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shannons... Every bit of support means I can spend more time on the water and less time fighting the YouTube algorithm. You legends keep this dream alive. SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE AUSSIE FISHING TIPS Subscribe for more real-world fishing tips, rigs, bait advice, lure setups, offshore lessons, reef fishing, mulloway, snapper, mackerel and Aussie fishing stories.@ShannonsFishing TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Paddle Tail vs Curl Tail vs Jerk Bait 0:15 When to Use Paddle Tail Soft Plastics 0:24 Best Soft Plastics for Dirty Water 1:06 How to Rig Paddle Tail Soft Plastics 1:42 Weedless Paddle Tails for Barra and Jacks 2:24 When to Use Curl Tail Soft Plastics 3:34 Curl Tail Soft Plastics for Flathead 4:39 Curl Tails for Reef Fishing 5:28 When to Use Jerk Bait Soft Plastics 6:04 Jerk Baits for Clear Water and Bait Schools 6:20 How to Work a Jerk Bait 7:32 Jerk Baits for Offshore Fishing 8:18 The 3 Main Types of Soft Plastics 9:01 Paddle Tails for Beginners 10:08 Jig Heads vs Weedless Hooks 11:05 How to Choose the Right Soft Plastic Tight lines, Shannon Shannons Fishing https://shannonsfishing.com #SoftPlastics #PaddleTail #CurlTail #JerkBait #FishingTips #LureFishing #FishingAustralia #ShannonsFishing