The Dirt on Worms Plastic worms present more variety than any other bait on the market. Endless colors, differing shapes, sizes, and actions make it difficult to choose the right one for a situation. No one worm fits every niche, but if you analyze your needs you can choose a few that will get the job done. I recommend starting with color, which should be a product of several factors including water clarity, forage coloration, and even personal confidence. Dark colors and bright colors seem to produce best in low light conditions, dirty water, and around dense cover.
Natural colors produce best in clear water, bright light conditions, and sparse cover.
When you make your final decision, choose a color you think looks good. If you have confidence in it, then you ll stick with and fish it the right way. Next try to pick the shape and action of worm that will fit your needs. Choose from straight tail, ribbon tail, hook tail, paddle tail, etc. Each can be a good fish catcher but some outperform others under different conditions.