Bust’em Baits Jerk baits are one of the most versatile baits on the market. They can be used to fish salt and fresh water in a variety of different ways. These baits can be rigged with a weighted swim bait or a heavy jig head. The Jerk bait has been used to catch species such as Stripers (Rock Fish), Large and Small mouth bass, Chain Pickerel,White Perch and Yellow Perch.