How the Free Rig Was Born with John Murray

Send us Fan MailThe Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast welcomes back West Coast bass fishing legend John Murray for a deep dive into the free rig, why it outperforms a jig, Texas rig, or drop shot for hookup ratio, and his exact rod, line, and hook setup for flipping grass and laydowns. John traces the origins of West Coast staples like the drop shot, football jig, and swimbait, shares rare bass fishing history including the true origin of the split shot rig and a 1990s deep-water story from Lake Castaic, and breaks down the koiki bait trend sweeping the Bassmaster Elite Series and BPT. The episode also covers scoping's rise in Tennessee, forward-facing sonar's return to 2D-style fishing, and John's advice for young anglers following in his footsteps. A must-listen for bass anglers, tournament fishing fans, and anyone into bass fishing history and technique.📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10% off your order):Senko: https://tinyurl.com/yp3dvv4dFree Rig Weight: https://tinyurl.com/em8nwwp7Gamakatsu Hook: https://tinyurl.com/yrtfmdn7📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPRO📌 This episode is brought to you by our amazing partners:• If you're a fishing guide, check out the Bloodknot App here: https://www.bloodknotapp.com/• Amped Outdoors Lithium Batteries (https://ampedoutdoors.com/)• RecLending (https://www.reclending.com/): Looking to buy a boat or RV? Or already do and want to pay less money? Reach out to RecLending for help!• Check out Humminbird and Minn Kota products here: https://humminbird.johnsonoutdoors.com/us• RoadActive Suspension Kit (use code SERIOUS10): https://www.roadactivesuspension.com/Connect with us: 📱 Follow us on Instagram: @seriousangler🐦 Tweet us at: @SeriousAngler 📘 Like us on Facebook: Serious Angler Podcast Network📷 Check out our TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seriousanglerFor inquiries, email us at: [email protected]#BassFishing #FishingPodcast #FishingTipsSupport the show