Tricks To Catch Bass In Hot August Heat! ( Reservoir Bass Fishing )

It's the HOTTEST day of the year and we're going fishing! Jump in the boat with Tim as he launches before daylight and dials in a fun day of bass fishing, despite the heat! Summer bass fishing can be really fun if you understand fish movements and how they position throughout the day. What works in the morning probably won't work midday, but that's half of the fun!

Tim starts the day fishing shallow points. He employs a combination of topwater and a finesse jig to catch fish in low light. As the sun gets higher the fish start moving offshore and suspending in open water. Tim uses an Urchin, a dropshot, and a spoon to coax the stubborn midday fish into biting as well. Ultimately, the weather chases Tim off the water, but not before he's caught Smallmouth, Largemouth, AND Spotted bass!

Below you'll find links to all the baits Tim used throughout the day. We've included his favorite rigging components for each, as well as the rod and reel combos he used to fish the baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE TOPWATER...

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

Color: Full Metal

THE SPOON...

•War Eagle Jigging Spoon (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2H9dJV1

Color: Candy Shad

THE JIG...

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

Color: Green Pump Purple Copper

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

Size: 3/8 oz

THE DROPSHOT...

•Yamamoto Uni Urchin: https://bit.ly/4q359Hp

Color: Baby Bass

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

Size: 1/0

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

Size: 1/4 oz

THE URCHIN...

•Tiemco Harinezume Elastomer (88MM): https://bit.ly/4yX6YL5

Favorite Colors: Loco Beetle

•BKK Armor Point Offset HD: https://bit.ly/4lcHa6U

Size: 3/0

•Nako Tungsten Free Rig Weight: https://bit.ly/4xM7p9t

Size: 1/4 oz

•VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

Size: Large

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

JIG COMBO...

Rod– Abu Garcia Zenon 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/43y32RU

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG–LTX: https://bit.ly/40ltb6s

Line– Seaguar Smackdown Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/43KGHQH

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (12 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/3XrALtj

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

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

Leader– Sunline SniperFC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TIEMCO URCHIN COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 6'10" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/47EvHYz

Model: DRX610-3C-SH

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

SPOON COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 7'3" Med Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 70: https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

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

3 Tricks To Catch Bass In Late Summer!

Late Summer is a challenging time for most bass fisherman, but not anymore! Today we have 3 tricks that are going to help you catch more fish. We travel the country year round  and have stumbled on a few patterns along the way that help us get bit when nothing else is working. If you're ready to catch more bass, this is for you!

If you want to catch more fish right now, try these 3 tricks...

1) Begin focusing your attention on bass that are targeting smaller baitfish. You can do this by changing the size of your baits, as well as the locations you're fishing.

2) Focus on lively grass. As grass begins to die back, bass will abandon dying grass, but will stay in the lively sections. You can visually see this grass, but you can also listen for activity in grass that is topped out.

3) Go night fishing. This simple concept allows you to avoid the heat and target active fish, but it has its own list of subtle tricks. Don't miss Matt's recommendations about moon phase to increase your success rate.

Below you'll find links to all the baits Matt discussed in the video. We've also included links to some of our favorite rod and reel combos, as well as some great budget options for these key techniques. 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: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

RELATED VIDEOS...

•How To Catch Bass When Its HOT Outside: https://youtu.be/69VOBOyr5y8

•Don't Make This Huge Summer Fishing Mistake: https://youtu.be/dJnBjgaBrng

FAVORITE BFS BAITS...

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

Colors: Glitz Shad, Juvy Gill, See Through Shad

•Xzone 3.5" Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/4buE4qx

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Smelt

•BKK Armor Point Offset Hook: https://bit.ly/48hOoBq

Size: 1

ADDITIONAL BFS BAITS...

•Duo Realis Mido Pico: https://bit.ly/45ao366

Colors: Ghost Gill, Ghost Minnow

•Megabass Baby Pop X: https://bit.ly/3QgjPDY

Colors: MG Sexy Stream, Galaxy Smoke

•Rapala Ultralight Popper: https://bit.ly/3FzvsNP

Colors: Clown, Chrome

BFS GLIDE BAITS...

•Baitsanity Shad Glide: https://bit.ly/4x2bnuk

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Griff's Shad

•Baitsanity Gill Glide: https://bit.ly/4yCdLtk

Colors: Dark Bluegill, Female Gill

•Bucca Brand 2.5" Trick Shad: https://bit.ly/4blc761

Colors: Threadfintastic, Matte Shad

FROG...

•Berkley Swamp Lord: https://bit.ly/3MAFQum

Colors: Maverick, MF Bluegill, Bully

FLIPPING...

Bait– MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors: Ballistic Bruiser, Bruiser Flash, Super Bug

Hook– Owner Jungle Flippin HD (3/0): https://bit.ly/3NZpvzp

Weight– VMC Tungsten (1.5 oz): https://bit.ly/3G0WGCg

BIG JIG...

•Dirty Jigs No Jack Flippin Jig (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Hematoma, The Go To

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Black Blue Flake

SWIM JIG...

•Dirty Jigs California Swim Jig: https://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Colors: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Black Blue Purple

•Nomad 5" Dozer Swimbait: https://bit.ly/4cciSpA

Colors: Astro, Pearl White, Sandy Pearl

CRANKBAIT...

•Bill Lewis DR 24: https://bit.ly/43j2C2g

Colors: Chartreuse Blue, Threadfin 2.0

BIG WORM...

•Berkley 10" Power Worm: https://bit.ly/2cxomPX

Colors: Black, Blue Fleck, Watermelon

FAVORITE KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer Evoluzion Expada: https://bit.ly/4oXDY0A

Model: 6'6" Light Slow

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

Line– Daiwa Samurai Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

BUDGET BFS COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

BUDGET JIG/WORM COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

BUDGET FLIPPING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'5" Extra Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

The 5 Bass Fishing Rods Every Angler Should Have! (Beginner To Advanced)

Are you looking for a fishing rod? This is what you need to know! These are the top 5 fishing rods every fisherman should own! Whether you're a beginner who is just getting started and need to stick to a budget, or you want to buy the best rods the first time, we've got you covered! No matter your skill level or budget, this will help you make an informed decision.

The first 5 rods will cover everything you'll face as a newer angler. The very first rod is extremely universal and will help you throw as many different baits as possible, the next 4 will give you a foundation for virtually any situation you'll face on the water. Whether you're working with a budget, looking for "bang for the buck", or simply want the best, we have a recommendation that will fit your fishing style.

Below you'll find links to the top 5 rods, broken down by price range from budget to enthusiast. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've also included 3 bonus combos to help you take your fishing to the next level!

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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

7' MEDIUM SPINNING ROD...

Budget Rod– Dobyns Colt 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/4l2N7l8

Budget Reel– Shimano Sedona FJ 2500: https://bit.ly/2wgh50Z

Mid Price Rod– Daiwa Tatula Cork 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/4f8RRV2

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

High End Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/388U0PD

High End Reel– Shimano Exsence 2500: https://bit.ly/3UHL2jP

7' – 7'2" MEDIUM CASTING ROD...

Budget Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Budget Reel– Daiwa Tatula X: https://bit.ly/3IPdYDV

Mid Price Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Moderate Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Mid Price Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

High End Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'1" Medium Extra Fast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

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

6'8"- 7' MEDIUM LIGHT SPINNING ROD...

Budget Rod– Dobyns Maverick 6'9" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Budget Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Mid Price Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/4diwkqT

Mid Price Reel– Daiwa Exceler LT 2500: https://bit.ly/4oa5mYG

High End Rod– Abu Garcia Zenon 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/45coLzN

High End Reel– Zenon MGX 2500 Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3C7KTAd

6'10" – 7'3" MEDIUM HEAVY CASTING ROD...

Budget Rod– Daiwa Aird X 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2Z2JfYG

Budget Reel– Daiwa Aird 80: https://bit.ly/46up5Mx

Mid Price Rod– Cashion Z2 Element 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Mid Price Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT: https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

High End Rod– G Loomis GLX 7' 844C MBR: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

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

7'4" – 7'8" HEAVY CASTING ROD...

Budget Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Budget Reel– Seviin GF: https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Mid Price Rod– Fenwick Elite 7'5" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3MyC6tb

Mid Price Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG LTX: https://bit.ly/40ltb6s

High End Rod– Daiwa Steez AGS 7'5" MHH: https://bit.ly/3RhFit1

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

BONUS FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

BONUS CRANKING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'2" Med Mod: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 70: https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

BONUS BFS COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Levante 6'7" Light Regular: https://bit.ly/4wr0Ach

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

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

Summer Junk Fishing! (Tricks To Keep Catching Bass On Tough Days)

Jump in the boat with Matt for a fun day on Lake Chickamauga! It's hot and humid, but the bass are biting! Matt is junk fishing today, changing baits with every spot and dialing in patterns as he goes. If you've ever wondered how to cover water and catch fish along the way, this is how it's done!

Summer bass fishing can be really tough if you're not familiar with bass behavior, but this is one of Matt's favorite times of year. The Summer heat groups the bass together, creating opportunities to fire up schools of fish with fun techniques. From topwater, to urchins, to offshore ledge fishing, this is what Summer Bassin is all about!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We've included the colors, hook upgrades, as well as the rod and reel combos he used to fish these baits 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: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

TOPWATER...

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

Color: Juvy Gill

•BKK Spear 21 Hook: https://bit.ly/4o9LVza

Size: 4

•Owner Hyperwire Split Rig: https://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 3

STROLLING BAITS...

•Hog Farmer 5" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Color: Sexy Shad

•Crush City Freeloader 4.25: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b

Color: Electric Shad

•Dirty Jigs Guppy HD: https://bit.ly/3WCfvSn

Size: 1/4 oz

FLUTTER SPOON...

•Nichols Lake Fork Flutter Spoon: https://bit.ly/2ICAGKL

Color: Shattered Glass

SENKO...

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

Colors: Tactical Shad, Tactical Twilight

•BKK Offset Worm HD: https://bit.ly/4lcHa6U

Size: 2/0

UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/8 oz

•Xzone 2.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

URCHIN...

•Berkley Moeba: https://bit.ly/4wu7i1w

Color: Green Pumpkin

•BKK Hyperlatch 71 Treble: https://bit.ly/4gsP6kj

Size: 2

•Gamakatsu Jika Rig: https://bit.ly/452hG4R

Size: 1/8 oz

HIGH END STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Poison Glorious 7'2" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/44HLOCN

Reel– Shimano Twin Power 2500: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

Line– Sunline Almight (18 lb): https://bit.ly/3xb44ql

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

MID PRICED STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" MHSB: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Model: 6'10" Medium Heavy Extra Fast

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Line– Seaguar PEX8 (21 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

Model: 843C MBR

Reel– Shimano Metanium 70 DC A (HG): https://bit.ly/49al91d

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

MOEBA COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'1" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (17 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

SPOON COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend X2 7'3" Med Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3IOSXcJ

Reel– Seviin GX Casting: https://bit.ly/4octPMZ

Line– Daiwa J Braid Grand (50 lb): https://bit.ly/488sttq

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 apparel and merch! See it here…

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

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