Decoding Bass Behavior: Summertime Struggles And Solutions

Summer Bass Fishing can be fun! Forget the struggle with these key tips! From where bass are positioning, to key bite windows, Tim breaks down what you need to know to overcome the peak heat of Summer. Don't let the temperatures get you down, it's time to adapt and catch more fish!

For most of the Summer we've focused on how to catch bigger bass. Today, Tim is focused on making sure everyone is catching fish, regardless of size. Summer heat is real and its impact is tangible. He's got advice to help you locate fish on deep structure, and when to target them. If it were all to be summarized into one line it would be, "Find The Bait, Find The Bass."

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim discussed throughout the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, as well as some great budget combos to fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SUMMER JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Flipping Jig: https://bit.ly/2aUtZsG

Color: Brown Craw, Alabama Craw

•Crush City Cleanup Craw: https://bit.ly/3TyfMmo

Color: Green pumpkin, California Craw

SHAKY WORM...

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

Colors: Junebug, Pumpkin Plum Partk

•Yamamoto Sensei Worm: https://bit.ly/3WgAaM5

Colors: Plum Candy, Green Pumpkin Black, OG Junebug

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Plum, Junebug

TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Black Back Shad, Broken Bone

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

Colors: Spotlight Shad, Bone Python, HT Ito Tennessee Shad

CRANKBAIT...

•Rapala DT 20: https://bit.ly/3JmnnR3

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Pearl Grey Shiner

SPOONS...

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

Size: 1 1/8 oz

Color: Shattered Glass Holo Silver

MINI UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

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

Bank Fishing Tips For Hot Summer Bass! (Pond Fishing In A New State)

Tim and JD are exploring a new pond from shore. Come along for a fun evening on the water as they crawl over logs and through the grass in search of quality bass from the bank. Listen to the details as Tim explains how he approaches a pond, what he's looking for, and where he starts the search. Notice the baits he relies on first, and how his simple system of topwater, reaction, and bottom contact come into play.

Most anglers find the passion for bass fishing standing on the shoreline, very few begin in a boat. Tim and Matt both grew up walking the banks of ponds and creeks, catching everything that swam in those waters. It's easy to get caught up with modern electronics, boats, and tackle, but that's not where it begins for most of us. Today Tim is instilling in JD a love for bass fishing. Whether you're a brand new angler or a seasoned pro, there's always time to walk the edge of a good looking pond.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear the guys used throughout the evening. We've included the rigging components, bait colors, as well as Tim's rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FROG...

•Berkley Swamp Lord Popping Frog: https://bit.ly/4dSmnkF

Color: Burnt Bone

CHATTERBAIT...

Bait– ZMan Evo Elite (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Color: Bama Bream

Trailer– Hog Farmer 4.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: TW Sunfish Magic

SENKO...

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

Hook– Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 3/0

ZINKERZ...

Bait– ZMan ZinkerZ: https://bit.ly/2ZVJANs

Color: Purple Rain

Hook– Owner Haymaker: https://bit.ly/3Muie8j

Size: 3/0

UNDERSPIN...

Hook– Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 1/4 oz, 5/0 Hook

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

Color: Tennessee Shad

TEXAS RIG...

Bait– Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Color: Tilapia

Hook– Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 3/0

Weight– Xzone Tungsten Worm: https://bit.ly/3c28mks

Size: 1/2 oz

ALL AROUND COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano SLX MGL 70: https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

POWER FISHING COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

FROG FISHING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'4" Extra Heavy+: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (65 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 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 Pond Fishing!

Are you a pond fisherman? Do you walk the bank, fish from a kayak, or tin boat?  If you fish small waters there are a few key baits that you need to know how to use. You can carry whole tackle boxes but at the end of the day, one of these 5 baits is how you'll catch most of your fish!

If you've spent any time fishing ponds you know they're just as diverse as larger lakes. Some are shallow, others are deep. Some have clear water while others are muddy. Despite all these differences, there are key baits that work in nearly every pond, every time. These are the baits we trust when we're showing up to a new pond and need to see what kind of fish live there.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits (in the order they were discussed). We've included our favorite colors and sizes for each, along with some great budget-friendly rods and reels you can use to fish these baits effectively.

WEEDLESS UNDERSPIN...

Hook– Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 1/4 oz, 5/0 Hook

Bait– Xzone 4" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Tennessee Shad

STICK BAIT...

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

•ZMan ZinkerZ: https://bit.ly/2ZVJANs

Color: Purple Rain, Green Pumpkin

•Big Bite Baits Trick Stick: https://bit.ly/3shcgNK

Color: Tilapia, Green Pumpkin

SOFT JERKBAIT...

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Smokin Shad, Albino

•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 3/0

TEXAS RIG CREATURE...

•MissileBaits D stroyer: https://bit.ly/2QiTTrM

Colors: Super Bug, Green Pumpkin

•Xzone Tungsten Weight: https://bit.ly/3c28mks

Size: 3/16 oz

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

Size: 3/0

FROG...

•Berkley Swamp Lord Popping Frog: https://bit.ly/4dSmnkF

Color: Burnt Bone

•Spro Poppin Bronzeye 60: https://bit.ly/2HsyqIJ

Color: Killer Gill

ALL AROUND COMBO...

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

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

Line– Seaguar Red Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

POWER FISHING COMBO...

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

Reel– Abu García Revo X LP (7:1): https://bit.ly/3wZ12ph

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

LIGHTER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel– Shimano SLX MGL 70: https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Leader– Sunline FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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

Where Bass Go When Its Really Hot! (And How To Catch Them)

Come along for a HOT day on the water and watch Tim prove that you can still power fish in the heat! Step one when it gets hot is to decide if you want to target shallow or deep fish. Today, Tim focused on the shallow bite. He used a handful of reaction baits (Karashi and Topwater) to target fish that were hidden in shade lines.

Summer heat is uncomfortable, but the fishing can be amazing! Watch how Tim instantly eliminates 99% of the lake and focuses solely on shallow shade. This is because the shallow bass are forced into these locations, making them vulnerable to his power fishing approach. He switches back and forth between a Karashi, Jowler, and Giant Dog X, before finally turning to the free rig.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim used throughout the day. We've also included the combos he used to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

KARASHI...

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

Colors: See–Through Shad, HT Ito Wakasagi KS

GIANT DOG X...

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

Chrome Color: Spot Light Shad

JOWLER...

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

Colors: Pure Chrome

FREE RIG...

•XZone Adrenaline Craw Jr (3.5"): https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Color: Green Pumpkin Blk Flake

•Owner Covershot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2/0

•VMC Tungsten BET Weight: https://bit.ly/4gFECei

Size: 1/4 oz

KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

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

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

FREE RIG COMBO...

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

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

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

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

BUDGET TOPWATER 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

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