Top 5 Baits For July Bass Fishing!

Here are the top 5 baits we trust to catch bass in July! We're entering the HOTTEST month of the year and the fishing is getting good! Get ready to catch some bass!! You can fish these baits with confidence whether you're walking the shore of a pond, or fishing a reservoir from a bass boat!

With rising temperatures, bass' metabolisms are at an all time high! They're aggressively feeding on a variety of prey species, and we use a handful of baits to perfectly mimic them. From crawfish, to bluegill, to shad, we've got great baits selected so you can spend this month fishing with confidence!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits we're throwing throughout the month. We've included our favorite sizes and colors, and even a few of the combos we use to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, Sexy Shad, Wagin Hasu 2


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

Color: Bone, Full Metal


•Spro Bronzeye 65 Frog: https://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Color: Killer Gill, Sunfish


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

Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu


CRANKBAITS...

•Azuma Z Boss: https://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Size: 22/24

Colors: Grand Shad, Gold Digger


•Nomad D Trak 80: https://bit.ly/3MRvMxz

Colors: Chartreuse Blue Back, Citrus Shad


•Rapala DT 20: https://bit.ly/3JmnnR3

Colors: Citrus Shad, Caribbean Shad


SWIMBAITS...

•Bucca's 5" Bacca Burrito: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Tactical Shad, Tactical Gizzard Shad


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

Size: 3/8 oz – 2/0 Hook


•Xzone 4.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red pearl


WOBBLE HEAD...

•XZone Lures Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug, Tilapia


•Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Size: 1/2 oz, 4/0 Hook


SHAKEY WORM...

•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Colors: Junebug, TW Dark Junebug


•MissileBaits Warlock Head: https://bit.ly/4bg8DyC

Size: 3/16 oz


WACKY WORM...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pumpkin Black Flake


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

Size: 1/0


THE JIG...

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

Colors: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Brown


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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Summer Craw


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

Colors: SuperBug


BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'1" Medium XFast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 17 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BUDGET SHAKEY HEAD SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/3O8zBye

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

Line– Seaguar InvizX Fluorocarbon (10 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

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

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

3 Fishing Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Summer!

Don't make these mistakes this Summer! Summer bass fishing is tough enough without getting in your own way! If you can avoid these 3 common fishing mistakes, you will absolutely catch more fish this Summer!

Summer fishing success is all about attention to detail. Paying close attention to conditions and timing is the difference between a great day (or night) on the water and just wasting time. Focusing on specific hours, getting away from visible cover, and trying new baits, will all help you catch more fish!

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear discussed in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can find detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


RELATED VIDEOS...

•Finding Secret Spots With Google Earth!: https://youtu.be/_ZgGGBWbyEs

•Swinging Jigs For Early Summer Bass: https://youtu.be/QG-3EilhNAI


NIGHT BAITS...

•River2Sea Tactical 210 Wake: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: Tactical Shad, Chrome Gill, Copper Carp


•Xzone 11" Blitz Worm: https://bit.ly/422SaJA

Colors: Black Blue Flake, Black, Plum


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

Colors: Black, Black Blue Fleck


MAPPING...

•Lakemaster VX Premium Maps: https://bit.ly/3z2RFmK


OFFSHORE BAITS...

•XZone Adrenaline Craw 4.25: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Junebug

•Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football Head: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Common Sizes: 1/2 oz 4/0 Hook


•Bacca Burrito 5" Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Color: Tactical Shad, Tactical Gizzard Shad


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

Color: Sexy Shad, Green Shad

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

Size: 2/0


INTERCHANGEABLE BAITS...

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

Size: 3/0


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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Summer Craw


•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black Flake, Green Pumpkin Blue Flake


•Missile Baits Bomba: https://bit.ly/44bZRNZ

Colors: Green Pumpkin, SuperBug


BUDGET BIG WORM COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2QADLTq

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

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

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


BUDGET STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/3Lo1gKC

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


ALL AROUND BUDGET CASTING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'1" MH Fast: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Blue Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/48EP2Hz


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

Try These Topwater Tricks And Mods For Summer Bass!

It's topwater time! These little tricks will get you bites when nothing is working! We all love throwing topwater but have you ever noticed that some anglers just seem to have a knack for catching bigger fish than the rest? Tim is one of those anglers! Today he's breaking down some of the subtle tricks he uses to out fish everyone around him with a topwater.

From bait modifications, to subtle differences in action, the details can be everything. Tim uses specific baits in different conditions and is very intentional about his color selection as well. Don't think topwater color or a feathered treble matters? It does!

Below you'll find links to some of Tim's favorite topwater baits. We've also included the components he uses to modify them, along with great topwater combos from high end to budget friendly. 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...

•Heddon Super Spook: https://bit.ly/2diThgH

Color: Bone Silver


WALKING BAITS...

•Rapala Jowler 127: https://bit.ly/3A3HDVs

Colors: Broken Bone, Chrome, Okie Bone


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

Colors: Gill, Ito Tennessee Shad, Megabass Sexy Shad


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

Colors: Bone, Full Metal


STRAIGHT RETRIEVE BAIT...

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 110 and 130: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Loon, Munky Butt


FROG...

•Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill, Gold Gill


POPPERS...

•Shimano World Pop: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Colors: Chart SV, N Smelt, Gill


•Megabass Pop Max: https://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Gill, Mat Shad, Pumpkinseed


WAKEBAIT...

•River2Sea Tactical 210 Wake: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: Golden Shiner, Chrome Gill


COMPONENTS...

Split Ring– Owner Hyperwire: https://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 2 – 3


Swivel– Spro Power Swivel: https://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

Size: 5 – 6


Small Feather Treble– Owner Tournament Trailer: https://bit.ly/2dJH8V6

Sizes: 2 – 6


Large Feather Treble– Savage Gear Feather Treble: https://bit.ly/3FAdrEB

Sizes: 1 – 2/0


MONO LEADER...

•Sufix Advance Mono: https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

Sizes: 12 – 20 lb


TIM'S WALKING BAIT 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


TIM'S FROG COMBO...

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

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

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


TIM'S WHOPPER PLOPPER COMBO...

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

Reel– Daiwa Zillion SV TW G: https://bit.ly/3xobPDM

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

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


BUDGET WALKING BAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

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

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


BUDGET FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7'2" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (50 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

Underspin Tips For Early Summer Bass + A Secret Topwater Bait!

Come along for a fun day on the water! It wasn't supposed to rain, but that's okay! It doesn't take long for Matt to dial in an awesome pattern, targeting bass with a combination of topwater and underspins. He breaks down where the fish are positioning, why they're there, and shows exactly how to catch them.

The underspin should never be overlooked! Today, Matt highlights its effectiveness around schooling fish. The fish are keyed in on shad, and the topwater and underspin used in tandem, are the perfect combination to catch these fish. Watch as Matt dials in bait size, swimbait action, and location, to maximize his time on the water.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We've included his exact colors, sizes, and other pertinent information. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


TOPWATER...

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

Recommended Colors: Megabass Sexy Shad, HT Ito Tennessee Shad


MINI UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz


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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


•Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: TW Ghost Shad


FULL SIZE UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook


•Xzone 4.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Sexy Shad


TOPWATER COMBO...

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

Model: 853C MBR

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

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

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


MINI UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2KS92gK

Model: 722

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000 (HG): https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Seaguar PEX8 (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

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


UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO...

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

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

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

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


BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 6'9" Medium: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

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

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

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


TODAY'S RAIN GEAR...

•Aftco Transformer Packable Jacket: https://bit.ly/3t4y4lP


FAVORITE RAIN GEAR...

•Aftco Fortress Rain Jacket: https://bit.ly/42LrGQ8

•Aftco Fortress Rain Bibs: https://bit.ly/4aPp45O


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