SPRING BUYER'S GUIDE: BEST BUDGET BAITS FOR BASS FISHING!

Welcome to the first video of our Spring Buyer's Guide Series! Are you tired of wasting money on junk lures? Wouldn't it be nice to know the inexpensive baits that actually work?! We've got you covered! We've searched high and low for the best lures that won't break the bank and still catch a ton of fish!

Not all baits are created equal... Some expensive baits are junk and some cheap baits are amazing! We're always looking for budget friendly lures that catch fish and hold up to abuse. You'll be shocked at which baits make the cut, and which baits don't. These are our favorites from every major category you'll need this Spring!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and components, in the order we talked about them. We've included our favorite colors and sizes where applicable to make it even easier for you to get the right gear. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Size: 3", 1/2 oz

Colors: Haze, Wakasagi


•Savage Gear RTF Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH

Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Gill


•Storm Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Size: 3" or 3.5"

Color: Sexy Shad, Albino Shad


WIRE BAITS AND HARD BAITS...

•War Eagle Screamin Eagle (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2IEHHjA

Color: Mouse, Blue Herring


•Storm Chug bug: https://bit.ly/3JYOZsV

Colors: Shad, Gizzard Shad


•ZMan Custom Chatterbait (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI

Colors: Breaking Bream, Glimmer Shad


•Spro Hunter 65: https://bit.ly/3cSMnOD

Colors: Black Silver, Fire Craw


•Strike King 3XD: https://bit.ly/2oSMj8s

Colors: Delta Red, Green Gizzard Shad


•Cotton Cordell Super Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210

Colors: Chrome Blue, Royal Red


SOFT PLASTICS...

•Big Bite Baits Flying Squirrel: https://bit.ly/2sn1FaT

Colors: Tilapia, Tilapia Magic


•MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors: Super Bug, Copper Chopper


•Netbait T Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug


•Yum Dinger 5" Stick Bait: http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF

Colors: Bama Magic, Elders Magic


•Yum Dinger Bulk Pack: https://bit.ly/3ZRlCRO

Colors: Elders Magic, Green Pumpkin


•Hog Farmer Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Size: 3.5, 4.5

Colors: Electric Shad, Sexy Shad


•ZMan Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR

Colors: TW Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pumpkin


•MissileBaits BombShot: https://bit.ly/2YYBipr

Colors: Fishaliscious, Goby Bite


•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Smokin Shad, Albino


HOOKS AND TERMINAL...

•Big Bite Baits Shakey Head: https://bit.ly/42dOUvH

Size: 3/16 oz


•VMC Ike Approved Wacky: https://bit.ly/35Gtj31

•VMC Ike Approved Bulk Pack: https://bit.ly/3LuzxJg

Favorite Size: 1/0


•Owner All Purpose Bait Hook: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Favorite Size: 3/0 - 4/0


•Hayabusa Finesse Dropshot Hook: https://bit.ly/41UPoqT

Favorite Size: 2, 3


FISHING LINE...

•Seaguar Basix Fluorocarbon: https://bit.ly/38c1HHr

Favorite Sizes: 12 lb, 15 lb


•Sunline Model FC Fluorocarbon: https://bit.ly/47bYQIm

Favorite Sizes: 12 lb, 15 lb


•Sufix 832 Braid (Green): http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Favorite Sizes: 40 lb, 50 lb


•Sufix 832 Braid (Sunrise): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

Favorite Sizes: 10 lb, 30 lb, 40 lb


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 


TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Finding Fish In A New Lake! ( This Crazy Pattern Worked!! )

We're on a new lake and it's a good thing he saw the birds! We're deep in the South with an evening to burn so we're fishing a new lake. It's covered in lily pads with tons of cover along the shorelines. Everything about this lake says "fish shallow cover" but when Matt saw birds diving, the light tackle came out and he got bit on the first cast!

If you'd told Matt ahead of time that he'd be throwing light spinning tackle in open water on a lake like this, he would have thought you were crazy! This is why it's so important to keep an open mind when you approach a new lake. Pay attention to what the fish are saying and keep an eye on your environment for any clues. This evening, the birds were working bait and Matt was sure the fish wouldn't be far behind.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt was fishing, and the equipment he used to throw them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


THE UNDERSPIN...

Head– Dirty Jigs Tactical Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 1/4 oz with


Bait– Xzone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: pro blue red pearl


THE WEEDLESS RIG...

Hook– Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 3/0 Hook, 3/16 oz


Bait– Xzone 4" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Electric Shad


GLIDE BAIT...

•River2Sea S Waver 168: https://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Color: TW Cali Hitch


MAIN UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Ultegra 2500: https://bit.ly/2nfApml

Line– Power Pro Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


WEEDLESS UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Steez AGS 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/44wVwFk

Model: Utility Player

Reel– Daiwa Certate LT 2500: https://bit.ly/35Kclij

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


S–WAVER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL A (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate FC (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Targeting Bigger Bass In Spring! (This Is How We Do It)

Its prime time to catch a GIANT Bass! Here's what you need to know! Tim walks us through his favorite baits for targeting big Spring bass. In addition to the baits, he explains key scenarios where these lures succeed. From bass suspending on overhead structure in early Spring, to ambushing around visible cover, to targeting them in open water, these are the details that make the difference for us!

Spring is your best shot of the year to specifically target giant bass. As they make their way toward the spawn, they'll make predictable moves, giving you the opportunity to catch them. Understanding these movements, and which baits work effectively during those periods, will maximize your chance of catching them.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim discussed, along with the colors and sizes he prefers for each. We've also included some of his favorite rod and reel combos for these presentations. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


BIG BAITS FOR SUSPENDED BASS

•Baitsanity Chimera Shad: https://bit.ly/44XiYvW

Color: Gizzard Shad, Hitch


•Megabass Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Color: White Back Shad, Ghost Shad Solid, Pro Blue Chartreuse


•Bacca Burrito: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Color: Tactical Gizzard Shad, Tactical Shad


SENKO SPIRAL RIG...

•4" Yamamoto Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Natural Shad, Baby Bass, Green Pumpkin Black Flake


•Ryugi Hover Shot Hook: https://bit.ly/3QRk4UJ

Size: 3, 2


•Reins Tungsten Nail: https://bit.ly/3Qvfv3Z

Size: 3/32 - 1/96


BAITS FOR TARGETING SHALLOW COVER QUICKLY...

Bait– Jack Hammer Chatterbait (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

Trailer– Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 4.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Sexy Shad


Bait– Megabass SV 3 Spinnerbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Ayu, Wakasagi, Hasu

Stinger Hook– Hayabusa Trailer: https://bit.ly/417hdei

Size: 1/0


Bait– Rapala OG Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Tuxedo Shad, Red Crawdad


Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

Heads– Dirty Jigs Matt Allen Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Size: 1/8 oz

Baits– Xzone 4" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


JIGS FOR TARGETING SHALLOW COVER...

•Dirty Jigs No Jack Flipping Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Color: Hematoma, Okeechobee 420

•Xzone 4" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Color: Black Blue Flake


BAITS FOR TARGETING SUSPENDED FISH...

Bait– Megabass Vision 110 Jr +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Matte Shad, Elegy Bone, Pro Blue


Bait– Hog Farmer 3.5 Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Electric Shad, Blue Gizzard

Head– Owner Range Roller Jighead: https://bit.ly/42cqaUR

Favorite Size: 3/16 oz, 1/8 oz


MID PRICED SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix 7'10" Heavy SB Ranger: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

Reel– Shimano Curado 300 (HG): https://bit.ly/2HbZ3E4

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Mono (30 lb): https://bit.ly/3WqDIJp


BUDGET CHATTERBAIT/SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'1" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Sunline FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm


BUDGET STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 7' Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2AdvIC1

Reel– Shimano Nasci FC 2500: https://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line– Seaguar InvizX (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Spinnerbait Tricks For Spring Bass Fishing! ( Everything You Need To Know )

Spinnerbaits are amazing if you know these tricks! Spinnerbaits can catch fish all Spring, no matter the weather. From prespawn to shad spawn, there is a place for a spinnerbait if you know how to adapt. This is everything you need to know!

Spinnerbaits are a HUGE category! They come in a variety of sizes, blade shapes, colors, and configurations. Most anglers have a favorite bait or two and hope for the best. Today we're going to show you how to adapt your spinnerbaits to changing conditions throughout the Spring so you can catch more fish.

Below you'll find links to our confidence spinnerbaits. These are the baits we rely on in varying conditions. We've also included our favorite spinnerbait combos for fishing these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Bait– Megabass SV 3 Spinnerbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Ayu, Wakasagi, Hasu

Stinger Hook– Hayabusa Trailer: https://bit.ly/417hdei

Size: 1/0


SPINNERBAIT STORAGE...

•Buzbe Fast Flatz: https://bit.ly/3Tu2yac

Size: Half Large


FINESSE SPINNERBAITS...

•Megabass SV–3: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Ayu, Wakasagi, Hasu


•Shimano Swagy: https://bit.ly/45E03ao

Color: Natural Bait, Tidal Killer


•War Eagle Screamin Eagle: https://bit.ly/2IEHHjA

Color: Mouse, Blue Shad, Silver Shiner


•Dirty Jigs Compact Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3OyxKDD

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream


FULL SIZE SPINNERBAITS...

•Damiki TOT: https://bit.ly/368VED0

Colors: Smelt Shad, Snow Shad, Sharp Belly


•Nichols Catalyst: https://bit.ly/3QfCSuM

Colors: Tactical Shad, Bombshell Shad


•River2Sea Bling: https://bit.ly/2diSwqq

Colors: Abalone Shad, I Know It


SITUATIONAL BAITS...

•Megabass SV–3: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Hot Tiger (Bold) , Gill (Black Blades)


•Nichols Pulsator Glitter Blades: https://bit.ly/2Sttxpc

Dark Colors: JT's Best Color Ever

Light Colors: Bombshell Shad, Clent's Shad Spawn

Red Colors: Red Pepper, Red Shad


•Nichols Hammered Shattered Glass: https://bit.ly/3udIU7d

Colors: Green Crystal, Blue Shad


TRAILER HOOKS...

•Gamakatsu G Power Stinger: https://bit.ly/3jdoaWN

Sizes: 2, 1/0


•Hayabusa 929 Trailer: https://bit.ly/417hdei

Size: 1/0 - 3/0


SWIMBAIT TRAILERS...

•Keitech 4.3 Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


•Damiki Armor Shad 4": http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Colors: RP Blue Pearl, PB Silver


•Storm Largo Shad (3" or 3.5"): https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad


FINESSE SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer JDM Casting: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Dark Sleeper (7'1" Medium heavy)

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


INCREDIBLE ALL AROUND SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


BUDGET SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'1" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Sunline FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz