Catch Fish All Day! Targeting Bass With High Sun And Hot Weather!

Come along for a fun day on the water as we adapt to high sun and hot temperatures! Watch closely as we run different patterns early and midday to adapt to the changing conditions. Its easy to continue catching fish throughout the day if you use the sun to your advantage and make the right adjustments!

This time of year a lot of anglers go fishing in the early morning and then head for home before the pleasure boats arrive and midday temperatures rise. Unfortunately for them, midday is often the best bite of the day! High temperatures and high sun push shallow bass into very predictable locations around heavy cover. Targeting shadows and overhead cover is a great way to catch these fish!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear we used throughout the day. We've included Matt's travel combos, as well as the exacts hooks, colors, etc... for the lures the guys had success with. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


*UNDERSPIN...*

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

Size: 1/4 oz


Bait#1 – Keitech 2.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


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

Color: Electric Shad


*SOFT JERKBAIT...*

Bait– Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Color: Electric Shad


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

Size: 4/0


*BAIT FINESSE BAITS...*

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

Color: GLX Frozen Pink


•Jackall 3.5" Rhythm Wag: https://bit.ly/3NT6OvF

Color: Prism Shad


•Gamakatsu EWG Hook: https://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Size: 1


*TOPWATER...*

•Jackall Kaera: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Color: Glitter Hasu


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

Color: Half Mirror Wakasagi


*TRAVEL TOPWATER/ALL AROUND COMBO...*

Rod– Megabass Valkyrie World Exp. 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/3J1gchq

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF


*TRAVEL WAKEBAIT/GLIDE BAIT COMBO...*

Rod– Megabass Valkyrie World Exp. 7'11" XH: https://bit.ly/3J1gchq

Reel– Shimano Tranx 300 (HG): https://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (80 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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


*TRAVEL FLUKE CASTING COMBO...*

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

*Note… 5 Piece Version May Not Be Available*

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Shock (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


*UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO...*

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line– Power Pro Braid 15 lb: https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sunline Super FC 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 hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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

Bait Finesse Tricks (BFS) For Summer Bass Fishing!

Bait Finesse is here to stay! The trend of throwing finesse lures on ultralight bait casting equipment instead of spinning rods is sweeping the US! There are plenty of anglers who still enjoy spinning tackle, but the number that are switching over to BFS bait casting setups is staggering!

Since bait finesse is a budding concept in the US market we're taking the time to show you how we adapt these setups to Summer time fishing. From  topwater, to underspins, to flukes, you can target bass with a variety of ultralight presentations and have a ton of fun this Summer!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for the lures, as well as some of our favorite rod and reel combos for these techniques. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


TOPWATER...

•Evergreen Shower Blows 77.7: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Full Metal, Neon Wakasagi


•River2Sea 60 Whopper Plopper: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Phantom Shad, Bluegill, Bone


•Damiki Umpa 40 BFS Popper: https://bit.ly/42XSQkD

Colors: Mossy Shad, Ghost Minnow


•Megabass Pop X Popper: https://bit.ly/3i9T3sg

Colors: Mat Shad, Gill


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

Colors: Gold Chrome, Lime Frog


UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/8 oz


Bait– Keitech 2.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


CREATURE BAIT...

Bait– ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin Orange, Green Pumpkin


Head– Reins Cover JigHead: https://bit.ly/3NeYlWw

Size: 1/16 oz


CRAW BAIT...

Reins 2.5" Ring Craw: https://bit.ly/3U0OQvC

Colors: Watermelon Seed, Green Pumpkin


Weight– Reins Slip Sinker: https://bit.ly/3Kx0Fqz

Size: 1/16 oz


Hook– Gamakatsu Offset EWG: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Size: 2


SOFT JERKBAIT...

Bait– Jackall 3.5" Rhythm Wag: https://bit.ly/3NT6OvF

Color: Prism Shad, SS Shad


Hook– Gamakatsu Offset EWG: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Size: 1


CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala Ultralight Crank: https://bit.ly/3qSt14V

Colors: Chrome, Shad


•Shimano Macbeth 39 Tiny: https://bit.ly/3xTsnG0

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Ghost Shad, Sleeper Shad


•Damiki Disco 40 BFS: https://bit.ly/432XZaY

Colors: Mossy Shad, Ghost Minnow, Olive Flash Shad


BAIT FINESSE LINE...

Clear Fluorocarbon: Sunline Super FC: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Preferred Size: 7 lb


Green Fluorocarbon: Daiwa J Fluoro Hidden: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

Preferred Size: 7 lb


Braid… Sufix 131: https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Preferred Size 6-10 lb


BAIT FINESSE REELS...

•Shimano Curado BFS Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

•KastKing Zephyr Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3cy03ij


BAIT FINESSE RODS...

Topwater– Cashion Icon Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Model: 7'0" Light


Micro Poppers– Megabass P5 Destroyer: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Pop X Stick


Tiny Cranks– Shimano Curado Casting: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Model: 6'10" Light Glass


Creatures (Flipping)– Shimano Expride: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Model: 7'2" ML+ (Medium Light+)


Craws– Cashion Icon Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Model: 6'10" Medium Light


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

8 Crazy Topwater Lures That Actually Catch Fish!

From crazy contraptions to GIANT poppers, these obscure topwater lures really work! We all love throwing topwater but the same old baits can get mundane. If you're looking for something new, look no further than these unique lures to catch your next topwater bass!

We all have our favorite topwater lures. From the Shower Blows to the Whopper Plopper there are a handful of tried and true lures that should be in every angler's box. But what about the baits most anglers have overlooked? Are any of those baits worth throwing? You better believe it!

Below you'll find links to all 8 of these unique topwater lures. We've also included a couple budget friendly rod and reel combos to help you throw them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


THE BAITS...

•Teckel Blade Waker: https://bit.ly/2DuYZxU

Colors: Silver Shiner, Pearl White, Bluegill


•ZMan HellRaizer: https://bit.ly/3P0vseM

Colors: Purple Death, Scaly Shad, Ghost Gill


•CAST OG: https://bit.ly/3Vocwuw

Colors: Herring, Ether


•Megabass I Loud: https://bit.ly/3bjDxaF

Colors: MG Smelt Wakasagi, Wagin Hasu 3


•Jackall PikuPiku: https://bit.ly/399wl59

Colors: Lively Shad, Glitter Secret Bait


•Damiki Umpa BFS Popper: https://bit.ly/42XSQkD

Colors: Ghost minnow, Mossy Shad, Bone


•GRatt Proper Buzz: https://bit.ly/40QLsW0

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Bone


•River2Sea Bubble Walker 128: https://bit.ly/2e0PZOY

Colors: Sooner, Abalone Shad, Bluegill


BAIT FINESSE TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 "Bait Finesse": https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Sufix 832 8 lb: https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji


ALL AROUND TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ


BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ


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

Swimbaits And Topwater! Awesome Summer Bass Fishing!!

Come along for an awesome day on the water! The bite is on and the giants are biting! Tim is throwing swimbaits and topwater as Summer storms roll through and the fish can't resist! Watch how he works the baits and the tricks he uses to get extra distance on his casts to help target these Summer fish!

Who doesn't like a good swimbait bite in the middle of Summer?? What a fun day! Tim uses multiple baits in a rotation to maximize his time and get as many fish to bite as possible. From little Spotted Bass to giant Largemouth, and even a huge mystery fish, he's got them dialed!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used throughout the day. We've even included the exact colors he was using. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.  


THE SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass 6" Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Color: Borealis Shad

Other New Colors: Ghost Shad Solid, Pro Blue Chartreuse


•Big Bite Baits B5: https://bit.ly/3LLU4pm

Color: Blue Gizzard


THE TOPWATER...

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

Color: Full Metal


THE UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz


Bait– Keitech 4" Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Pro Blue Shiner


MAGDRAFT COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Envy Black III: https://bit.ly/3KtYZhv

Model: 7'6" Medium Heavy

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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


BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


TOPWATER COMBO...

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

Model: Z Crank Elseil

Reel– Daiwa Steez 70 SV TW: https://bit.ly/3esUZjg

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (20 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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


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