5 Sight Fishing Mistakes You Need To Avoid! (Spring Bass Fishing)

Bass are spawning around the country and every boat on the lake has a white jig tied on. Guys are prowling the shallows in search of big bed fish and really, who can blame them? This is a great time of year to catch a giant bass, the issue is that most anglers are going about it completely wrong. If you get frustrated when bed fishing season comes, this video is for you!

Fishing for spawning bass is a hot button issue. We're not jumping into the debate today, instead we're encouraging anglers to do it properly. We want you to have the tools you need to be successful, and the knowledge to know how to treat the fish properly when you catch them. The list of mistakes anglers make when targeting spawning bass is endless! Today we're only covering the top 5 and its still a full-length video. 

From choosing the right lense color for your glasses, to boat positioning, to subtle colors that get more bites, we've got you covered. Below you'll find links to all of the gear Matt discussed in the video. We've included the exact colors, weights, etc, to help you make the best decision possible. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


Sunglasses... 

-Eye Surrender TacticalBassin Sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl

Lense Colors: Amber (Clear Water), Copper (Suspended Particles)


Dropshot Bait (Underwater) In The Intro... 

STH Crush Worm 3": https://bit.ly/3s5BcIn

Color: Naked Perch


Main Dropshot Worm... 

Bait- Big Bite Smallie Smasher: http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY

Colors: Grn Pump Org Blk Purp Prl Bl, Chart/White Lam

Hook- Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Weight- Swagger Tear Drop (3/16 oz): http://bit.ly/2V2B63h


Ned Rig... 

Bait- Savage 3" Salamander: https://bit.ly/3rSNi8g

Color: Mojito

Head- Swagger Tungsten Flanders (1/10 oz): http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M


Creature Baits... 

-Netbait Baby Paca Craw (Magic Craw): http://bit.ly/2wlVAfh

-Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver (Magic Craw Swirl): http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

-Big Bite Baits BFE (Tilapia): https://bit.ly/2Ce0tf7

-Big Bite Flying Squirrel (Tilapia): http://bit.ly/2sn1FaT


Exposed Hook Jigheads... 

Ball Head- Owner Round Head (1/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2QmFmxU

Football Head- Owner Ultra Football (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2t1bY4y


Jigs and Trailers... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: Magic Craw, Warmouth, Bluegill 

Trailer #1- Netbait Paca Chunk (Magic Craw): http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Trailer #2- Big Bite Double Tail (Tilapia): http://bit.ly/2qS1YtE


Bluegill Swimbaits...

-Savage Gear PulseTail Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH

-Savage Gear Line Through Bluegill: https://bit.ly/3pCRab7

-Mattlures Hammer Tail Bluegill: http://bit.ly/2FsZhA3


Matt's Dropshot Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7' Light+: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q

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

line- Power Pro Braided 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


Matt's Jig Combo... 

Rod- Megabass Levante Braillist: http://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- 20 lb Sunline FC100 Shock Leader: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB


Budget Dropshot/Ned Rig Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel- Shimano Nasci 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- Sunline Sniper 7 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


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Bass Fishing With BIG Plastic Worms! Texas Bass Fishing On Falcon Lake!

Today we're catching BIG bass on Lake Falcon in Texas! The bass are already moving offshore in this part of the country and we're catching them on big worms and creature baits. Come along as we explore one of the most unique lakes in the US (and Mexico) and catch some big bass along the way!

When we got to the lake we were shocked to find it was more than 40 feet low. Only one boat ramp was open and the water was a dirty brown color. This may have deterred other anglers but we know that low water can mean huge congregations of fish on offshore structure. We weren't disappointed! 

If you've never been to this part of the country, its worth a visit. The town of Zapata on the shores of Lake Falcon is home to several tackle shops. Its a step back in time to the heart of bass fishing and a place where anglers don't even bat an eye when talk of double digit fish comes up. 

The vast majority of today's fish were caught on soft plastics. Below you'll find links to all the different baits we were throwing, the exact trailers, colors, rigging, etc. We've also included some of our favorite combos that we used throughout the course of the day. 


Plastic Worms... 

-Zoom Ol' Monster: http://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Color: Junebug, Junebug Red, Candy Bug

-Netbait T-Mac 6.5": http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Color: JuneBug


Today's Creature Baits... 

-Zoom Z-Craw (Standard): http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5

Colors: Junebug, BlackLight

-Strike King Rage Bug: http://bit.ly/2aAsuiV

Colors: Junebug

-Zoom Magnum Ultravibe Speed Craw: https://bit.ly/3fTGlQQ

Colors: Junebug


Other Great Baits Available In Junebug... 

-Zoom Super Speed Craw: https://bit.ly/3cZOMby

-Netbait Paca Slim 4": http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

-Netbait C-Mac Curtly Tail 11" Worm: https://bit.ly/2OxtIzR

-Strike King Magnum Rage Bug: https://bit.ly/3fX4O7U

-Keitech Mad Wag Long 11" Worm: https://bit.ly/3dkFMLl 


Texas-Rigging... 

Tim's Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap 5/0: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Matt's Hook- Owner All Purpose 5/0: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Weight- Swagger Tungsten Vader 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

Peg- VMC Sinker Stops: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4


Other Rigging... 

Wobble Head- Dirty Jigs Pivot Point: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Sizes: 1/2 oz 4/0 for Rage Bug, 3/4 oz 5/0 for Z-Craw

Shaky Head- Dirty Jigs Canterbury 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V


Chatterbait...

Bait- Evergreen JackHammer 1/2 oz (Hites Hot Craw): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Trailer- Yamamoto Kickin Zako (Green Pumpkin): https://bit.ly/3fPRQsF


Tim's Texas Rig Combo...

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'6" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline Super FC Sniper 25 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


Matt's Travel Combo... 

Rod- Megabass Triza Stym Palisades: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9


Matt's Favorite Wobble Head Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9


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How To Catch Bass In Shallow Water | Spring Bass Fishing

Spring is here! The bass are moving into the shallows and you should be out catching them. The prespawn period before the bass begin bedding is an amazing opportunity to catch both numbers of fish and giant fish. Don't let the shallow water intimidate you; you can catch these fish! Today Tim is demonstrating his favorite lures for shallow water and showing exactly how he fishes them. 

This is the time of year to expand your fishing arsenal. If you've ever wanted to build confidence in a new bait, this is the time. Try a glide bait, a crankbait, Spinnerbait, etc... because the fish are moved up and they're feeding. If the weather changes and the bite gets tough, adapt to a slower presentation and you'll continue to catch fish. 

Below you'll find links to Tim's favorite techniques and the exact baits he uses in each category. We've included his favorite colors, along with some universal rod and reel combos to help you succeed on your next trip. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


GlideBait... 

-River2Sea S Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Colors: Warden, Bluegill, Light Trout

-G Ratt Sneaky Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe

Colors: Hitch, Gizzard Shad


Sunglasses (For spotting followers on your glide bait)... 

-Eye Surrender TacticalBassin Glasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl

Lense Color: Grey, Amber, Copper


Squarebills...

-Rapala BX brat: http://bit.ly/2qFBMiR

Colors: Delta, Hot Dang

-River2Sea Biggie: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Cold Blooded, Delta Craw, Abalone Shad


Chatterbait... 

-EverGreen JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Brett's Bluegill, Fire Craw

-Z Man Chatterbait Custom 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI

Colors: Bluegill, Green Pumpkin, Hodge Knocker


Spinnerbait... 

-River2Sea Bling 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2diSwqq

Colors: Abalone Shad, I Know It

-War Eagle Screamin Eagle: http://bit.ly/2IEHHjA

Colors: Mouse, Aurora, Silver Shiner


Weedless Underspin... 

Hook- Owner Flashy Swimmer 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Bait- Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


Flippin Jig... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs No-Jack Flippin' Jig 5/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Go To, Hematoma, Magic Craw Swirl

Creature Trailer- RI Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Tramp Stamp, Hematoma

Chunk Trailer- Netbait Paca Chunk Sr: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Black Blue, Magic Craw, Toledo Special


Texas-Rigged Bait... 

Bait- Big Bite Baits BFE Creature: https://bit.ly/2Ce0tf7

Colors: Tilapia, Tilapia Magic, Green Pumpkin

Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap 4/0: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Weight- Swagger Tungsten Vader 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV


Favorite Finesse Worms...  

Shakeyhead- Netbait T-Mac 6.5": http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: JuneBug, Texas Craw, Green Pumpkin

Neko Rig- Missile Baits Quiver Worm: https://bit.ly/2xehVgx

Colors: Bluetonium Green Pumpkin, Super Bug

Dropshot- Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY

Colors: Green Pump Org Black Purp Prl, GreenPumpkin Purple


Texas Rig/Flipping Jig Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'6" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9


Spinnerbait/Chatterbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy Glass: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Curado 70 MGL K: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC100 16 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB


Budget All-Around Finesse Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel- Shimano NASCI 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- Sunline Assassin 8 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm


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Big Swimbaits and Topwater For Spring Bass | Texas Bass Fishing

The guys are back in Texas chasing PreSpawn bass with a swimbait, an A-rig, and a variety of topwater. Come along as they build a pattern and adapt to changing conditions throughout the day. Watch how they fish with confidence and get bites, even on big swimbaits, without knowing anything about the lake. 

So many anglers get caught up in the mindset that certain baits (swimbaits, frogs, jigs, etc...) don't work on their lake. The reality is that bass behave very similarly and with few exceptions, eat the same baits throughout the country. We travel constantly and have seen over and over again that we can quickly catch fish on baits like a Gantarel or a frog, in lakes where others hesitate to even try these lures. 

The key to consistent fishing success anywhere in this country is building patterns. Focus on the conditions, how bass should behave during the season you're in, and take the extra time to intentionally fish likely locations based on those variables. You'll be amazed how many more bass you'll begin to catch!

As we continue to travel we're constantly refining our equipment. Life on the road requires specialized rods and an array of tackle. In the beginning our boats could hardly float from the masses of tackle we'd bring on trips. Anymore, we find key baits that work everywhere and we're able to narrow down our selections.

Below you'll find links to the baits we were using on this trip, some of our gear, and some travel-specific equipment that makes your life easier whether you're going cross country or to a lake down the road. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


A-Rigs... 

Rig- Hog Farmer TacticalBassin Bladed Flex: https://bit.ly/38xd1es

Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait Heads (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Baits- Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact (Pro Blue Red Pearl): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v


Swimbait... 

-G-Ratt Sneaky Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe

Favorite Colors: Hitch, Gizzard Shad

-Jackall Gantarel: http://bit.ly/2adZI3R

Favorite Colors: RT Spawn Gill, RT Ghost Gill


Topwater...

-ScumFrog Launch Frog (Bluegill): https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

-River2Sea Whopper Plopper 90 (Phantom Shad): http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

-Evergreen Shower Blows 105 (Skeleton Chartreuse): http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH


Lure Retriever...

-Frabill 15' Pole Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6


Travel Rods... 

High End (Our Favorite)- Megabass Triza Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Mid Range- St. Croix Triumph Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3urbTSn

Budget Swimbait- Okuma Nomad Xpress: http://bit.ly/2p4zr3g


Tim's A-Rig Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW

Reel- 13 Fishing A2 (7.5:1): https://bit.ly/36XlOVs

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ


Tim's Topwater Combo... 

Rod- Megabass Destroyer P5 Z-Crank: https://bit.ly/30GcHqb

Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ


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