FAQs

What tackle should I use with the Guiley Worm?

See the rigging hyperlink for tips on fishing tackle.

How should I fish the Guiley Worm?

There are several ways to fish the Guiley Worm. The most common is to cast the Guiley Worm towards structure and retrieve S-L-O-W-L-Y. Docks, logs, stumps, weed lines, and rip-rap are all excellent cover to try. I frequently allow the worm to sink while watching the line for strikes. Bass will even hit the lure while it is sitting on the bottom - many times I have casted the lure and let it sink, dealt with a snarled baitcaster or helped a youngster fish, and found a bass had engulfed the worm. See the fishing tips page for some more great tips.

Should I set the hook when I first feel the fish "tap" on the worm?

Generally speaking, the bass will attack the worm and hook itself. Depending on how aggressive the bass are, you may end up pulling the lure away from the fish if you set the hook too soon. When you believe the fish has taken the worm, set the hook using a sweeping motion.

What colors work best?

See Recommended Colors for some suggestions.

How early in the spring can I use the Guiley Worm?

While I've caught fish in water as cold as 48 degrees with the Guiley Worm, in general the worm works best when the temperature is up above 60 degrees. While bass will pick the worm up off the bottom, I usually fish it as a swimming bait so the bass need to be active to catch it.

Are your worms guaranteed to catch fish?

The Guiley Worm has a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your worms for any reason, we will replace the worms or refund your purchase at your option. We want you to have a great experience fishing the Guiley Worm.

What kinds of fish can you catch with the Guiley worm?

While predominantly a bass lure (smallmouth and largemouth), I've also caught catfish, walleye, northern, muskie, bluegill and other pan fish.

Why does your worm only have two hooks?

My experience has been that a tail hook interferes with the action of the worm. The great action and soft plastic of The Guiley Worm triggers aggressive strikes that result in hooked fish.

What kind of line should I use?

I generally use either 10 or 12 pound test line but I know some fishermen use lighter lines. I use fluorescent line which is easy to see above the water so I can see the strikes that occur as the worm sinks.

Can kids use the Guiley Worm?

Absolutely. A four-year-old caught a bass using one of the first Guiley Worms produced. Because retrieving the worm generates the worms great corkscrew action, it is easy for kids to use the Guiley Worm.

Can you do custom colors?

Yes. We require a 24 worm minimum order of each custom color in pre-rigged worms. Hookless handpours require a 48 worm minimum.

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