Fall Jig Fishing Made Easy! ( Best Jigs, Jig Trailers, and Locations )

This is everything you need to know to catch more bass with jigs this Fall! The jig bite can be amazing this time of year, and we're going to help you figure out how to do it. We rely on jigs to consistently get BIG bites in Fall, and you can too. From Pitching jigs to football jigs, micro jigs to homemade jigs, Matt is giving up all the details!

Fish position in predictable ways in the Fall. They sit near hard structures like dock pilings, lay down trees, and rocks. Understanding how fish are positioning is half the battle. Pay attention as Matt explains how to breaks down water and when he relies on different jig styles. Getting bit on the jig is easy, you just need to build confidence to throw it. From there, it's all about selecting the right rod so you can land the fish that you hook.

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs, trailers and gear discussed in the video. We've included Matt's favorite colors, trailers, as well as the rod and reel combos he uses to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

•TacticalBassin Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: https://bit.ly/38YpPIz

RELATED VIDEOS…

•How To Make Your Own Finesse Jig: https://youtu.be/VyIwpZLmJ4w

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Bait– Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin' Jig: https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To

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

Color: Green Pumpkin

PITCHING JIGS...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin' Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: The Go To, Canterbury Craw, Supermatt Brown

•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin' Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Colors: The Go To, Canterbury Craw, Supermatt Brown

•Nomad Wee Bit Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/43oHE1E

Colors: Ring In, Green Pumpkin, PB & J

FINESSE JIGS…

•Dirty Jigs 3/8 oz Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Colors: The Go To, Alabama Craw, Kentucky Craw

•Dirty Jigs 3/8 oz Weekender Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/4yMGvzL

Colors: Brown Craw, Green Pumpkin Orange, The Go To

FOOTBALL JIGS…

•Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Finesse Football Jig: https://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Colors: Supermatt Brown, The Go To, Alabama Craw

•Keitech 3/8 oz Tungsten Football Jig: https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Brown Purple, Green Pumpkin

HULA GRUB AND HEAD...

•Yamamoto 2.5" Hula Grub: https://bit.ly/497jz1m

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple And Copper

•VMC Finesse Football Jighead: https://bit.ly/3CZ1cQK

Preferred Size: 1/4 – 3/8 oz

JIG TRAILERS…

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

Sizes: 4" and 3.25"

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red Flake

•MissileBaits Mini D Chunk: https://bit.ly/3lGE8gx

Colors: Super Bug, Green Pumpkin, Goby Bite

•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purp Copper Flake, Green Pumpkin Black

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin/Black Blue, Green Pumpkin

MATT’S DOBYNS JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 755C: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7'5" Mag Heavy

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

SHIMANO PITCHING JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

MICRO JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 723C: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model… 7'2" Medium Heavy

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick 735C: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Model: 7'3" Heavy +

Reel– Shimano SLX A (HG): https://bit.ly/3ZWPeho

Line- Sunline SniperFC (16 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

TacticalBassin Is Growing! Cobi Pellerito Joins The Tactical Family!

Jump in the boat with the newest member of the Tactical Family! Cobi Pellerito, one of the best Smallmouth Fishermen alive today, has joined forces with TacticalBassin to bring a unique perspective to targeting both Smallmouth and Largemouth around the country.

Cobi hails from the North, offering a unique perspective on Northern angling, including the unique timing of this region. He also travels extensively, offering a well rounded perspective on bass fishing around the country. Today he has invited us along on a road trip to jump in the boat and target Early Fall Smallmouth. Let’s go!

Below you’ll find links to the baits and gear Cobi used throughout the day. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included links to his social platforms so you can continue to get to know Cobi as he creates bonus content moving forward.

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

•TacticalBassin Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

COBI'S SOCIAL...

Cobi's Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/cobi.pellerito/

THE SLING SHAD...

•Megabass Sling Shad: https://bit.ly/41tgaaT

Colors: Ayu, Light Green Pearl

Bottom Head– Gamakatsu Horizon LG: https://bit.ly/3QklyHO

Size: 2/0 , 3/16 oz

Weedless Hook– Gamakatsu O'Shaughnessy: https://bit.ly/4rGXYXb

Size: 4/0

THE DROPSHOT...

•Megabass Hazedong Shad: https://bit.ly/2CIwgzt

Color: Moroko

Hook– Gamakatsu TGW Dropshot: https://bit.ly/2zGX441

Size: 2

Weight– Cast Again Frag: https://bit.ly/4qxAfbm

Size: 1/4 oz

THE TUBE...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3yEr6aj

Color: Great Lakes Sand

•Gamakatsu Round Ball: https://bit.ly/4xYXMDY

Size: 2/0 , 1/4 oz

THE JIG...

Jig– Beast Coast OW SniperJig (3/8oz): https://bit.ly/4gFj0yq

Color: Stealth Craw

Trailer - Berkley 3" Chigger Craw: https://bit.ly/4xDR5al

Color: Green Pumpkin

BOTTOM STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer 6'11": https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Model: Landsat

Reel– Daiwa Exist 3000 XH: https://bit.ly/453vyds

Line– Sunline Almight (13 lb): https://bit.ly/4flJrsg

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

SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5 6'11": https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

Model: Oneten Special

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW: https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

Line– Power Pro Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/3Tzx86G

Leader– Sunline SniperFC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5: https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Model: Baby Plugging

Reel– Daiwa Tatula MQ LT 4000: https://bit.ly/3IWhxbv

Line– Cortland Masterbraid (8lb): https://bit.ly/4yu4O4U

Leader– Sunline SniperFC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TUBE COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5 6'11": https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Model: Addermine

Reel– Daiwa Tatula MQ LT 4000: https://bit.ly/3IWhxbv

Line– Xbraid (15lb): https://bit.ly/4y2anX4

Leader– Sunline SniperFC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

JIG COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer 7'2": https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: X–Bites

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW: https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

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

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

October Fishing Tricks For Hard To Catch Bass!

Jump in the boat with Tim for an awesome day on the water! He's targeting hard-to-catch fish in open water, and showing you all the tricks that work. The day begins under heavy fog and ends with high temperatures and blue skies. Catching fish in these conditions, especially suspended fish, can be extremely difficult. Pay close attention to the baits Tim relies on to get bites throughout the day.

Spotted Bass are amazing predators that hunt aggressively in open water. Tim's primary bait was a walking topwater, with a swimbait, senko, and strolling bait helping clean up what was left. Tim's specific baits changed throughout the day, reflecting the adaptations needed as conditions switched from overcast skies to clear.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used throughout the day. We've included his favorite combos, bait colors, and line, to help you dial in your fishing. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TOPWATER BAITS...

•Evergreen Shower Blows SB 105: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Full Metal

•Megabass Dog Max: https://bit.ly/4wowh6Z

Color: AL Spotlight Shad

UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

•Keitech 3" Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Size: Pro Blue Shiner

SWIMBAIT...

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

Color: Electric Shad

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/4 oz

STROLLING BAIT...

•Hog Farmer 3.5" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Crystal Shad

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/4 oz

SENKO...

•Yamamoto 5" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Tactical Shad

•Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Size: 1/0

SB TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Z Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7' Medium Regular

Reel– Daiwa Steez SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

DOG MAX TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/41lfbZW

Model: 7' Med Hvy

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC 70 A: https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena 6'10" Light: https://bit.ly/3WE4yQ3

Reel– Daiwa PX BF 70: https://bit.ly/3y0fWw0

Line– Seaguar InvizX (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

SENKO COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer 6'11" Landsat: https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Reel– Shimano Vanquish 2500: https://bit.ly/4sAmR5X

Line- Sunline Almight (18 lb): https://bit.ly/4flJrsg

Leader– Sunline SniperFC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena 6'10" medium+: https://bit.ly/4rlIi9Y

Reel– Shimano Vanquish 2500: https://bit.ly/4sAmR5X

Line- Sunline Almight (16 lb): https://bit.ly/4flJrsg

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

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

Top 5 Baits For October Bass Fishing!

These baits will help you catch more fish in October! The Fall bite is happening and bass are chasing baitfish! You can catch them on topwater, swimbaits, crankbaits, and more! October is a power fisherman's dream! The big bass are showing back up and the bite is on. It's time to go fishing!

October is amazing! It doesn't matter that temperatures are dropping, bass are feeding! From crankbaits to topwater, bass are willing to chase. If you've been waiting to go fishing, now is the time to head to the lake.

Below you'll find links to all the baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each model as well as some of our favorite budget–friendly rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE RIGS...

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

Heads– Dirty Jigs Matt Allen Head (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/29RrTYN

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

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Micro Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

Heads– ZMan Trout Eye Finesse (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3C7H1iL

Swimbaits– Damiki Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Color: PB Silver

JERKBAITS...

•Duo Realis 100 SP: https://bit.ly/45LDkf7

Natural: Ghost Minnow, Morning Dawn

•Megabass Vision 110 +1: https://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Colors: Mat Shad, Elegy Bone

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: Glitz Shad, See Through Shad, Juvy Gill

GLIDE BAITS...

•Bucca Brand 6" Trick Shad: https://bit.ly/4hFD5Go

Colors: Matte Shad, Green Gizzard

•Berkley 8" Chop Block: https://bit.ly/44MelaG

Colors: Shad, Chrome Gizzard

TOPWATER...

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Colors: Spotlight Shad, Bone Python, Juvy Gill

•Duo Realis Pencil 110 Silent: https://bit.ly/3TdJIoL

Colors: Chrome Tiger, UV Silver Slash B

•Duo Realis Pencil 110: https://bit.ly/3RyEZgz

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Opti Shad

•Berkley Swamp Lord Jr: https://bit.ly/4wT9gZT

Colors: Maverick, MF Bluegill

CRANKBAITS...

•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: True Shad, Ghost Minnow, Mirrored Minnow

•Megabass Deep Six: https://bit.ly/2A3clKP

Colors: Glitz Shad, See Through Shad, Juvy Gill

•Berkley Frittside 5: https://bit.ly/4gLRM98

Colors: Honey Shad, Kentucky Blue

•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Mossy Shad, Ghost Minnow, Real Shad

UNDERSPINS...

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Mini Finesse Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Sizes: 1/8 oz – 3/8 oz

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Underspin Series: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Sizes: 3/8 – 3/4 oz

•Xzone Swammer Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

THE JIG...

Jig– Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To, Alabama Craw

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black

Jig– Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Color: The Go To, Alabama Craw

Trailer– MissileBaits Mini D Chunk: https://bit.ly/3lGE8gx

Colors: Super Bug, Green Pumpkin

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick 735C: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Model: 7'3" Heavy +

Reel– Shimano SLX A (HG): https://bit.ly/3ZWPeho

Line- Sunline SniperFC (16 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick HMG 6'8" Medium Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/4epUFz1

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Power Pro Moss Green (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'4" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/41ntbDB

Reel– Seviin GF (7.3:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Line- Sunline SniperFC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET A–RIG COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Jinx 7'6" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/3xSUZB3

Reel– Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/4pGZ4Az

Line– Seaguar Red Label (17 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

BUDGET FROG FISHING COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Fury 7'3" Heavy+ (735): https://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

Reel– Abu Garcia Max Pro: https://bit.ly/3QKCQOG

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

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: https://bit.ly/38YpPIz