Top 5 Baits For Post Spawn Bass Fishing! (Early Summer Transition)

These Bass Lures Work Right Now! These are the baits we rely on after bass stop spawning. The post spawn transition can be tough to understand but we've got you covered! Lately we've covered where fish go after the spawn, today we're focused on the confidence baits we rely on to catch them. Whether you fish shallow or deep, these are the baits we trust!

This time of year can be amazing because bass tend to school together. When you locate them it can be fish after fish for hours! Understanding where the fish position is one piece of the puzzle, knowing which baits to fish confidently is the remaining piece. Today Tim is covering his favorite baits for post spawn bass fishing in a variety of different situations. From muddy water to clear, deep to shallow, these are the baits he uses during the coming months.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim discussed in the video. We've also included some of our favorite budget friendly combos for these techniques. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehousehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


RELATED VIDEOS...

•Where Do Bass Go After They Spawn: https://youtu.be/nw5nKt6eKFk


SHAD SPAWN BAITS...

Spinnerbait– Megabass SV–3  (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Wakasagi, Hasu


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

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, Megabass GP Sexy Shad


Topwater– Shower Blows SB 105: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Full Metal


Topwater– Rapala Jowler 127: https://bit.ly/3A3HDVs

Color: Glitter Bone, Black Back Shad


Popper– Megabass Pop Max: https://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Mat Shad, MB Gizzard


Lipless– Jackall TN 70: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: SG Threadfin, Super Shad


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

Color: Electric Shad


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

Color: Electric Shad


SHALLOW POST SPAWN BAITS...

Frog– Spro Bronzeye Frog: https://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Color: White Black


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

Size: 5/0, 1/4 oz


Weedless Swimbait– Xzone Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Sizes: 4.75

Colors: Electric Shad


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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


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

Size: 4/0


DEEP CRANKBAIT...

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad


UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz


•Storm 3.5" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color: Albino


SHAKY HEAD...

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

Color: Junebug


•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shakey: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz


WOBBLE HEAD...

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

Size: 1/2 oz with 4/0 Hook, 3/4 oz with 5/0 Hook


•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug


BUDGET SPINNERBAIT/UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'1" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Sunline FC (15 lb): http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm


BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 7'3" Medium Heavy Moderate Fast: https://bit.ly/3xZbLAy

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

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


BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

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

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT (7.3:1): https://bit.ly/35hugfH

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (14 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

Where Do Bass Go After The Spawn? (And The Baits To Catch Them)

As bass finish spawning, they start another transition! Many move out to deep water, while others stay shallow. This begins one of the most predictable times of the year, and fish catching becomes easy! If this transition has confused you, we're here to help! We're going to show you how these fish move and how to get ahead of them so you can consistently catch fish.

Once bass back away from the shore they typically rest for a few days before beginning their transition. The pattern they follow differs slightly depending on the type of lake you're on, but the concepts apply equally to all of these locations. Once the bass have recuperated they typically split into two distinct groups. Some turn around and re-enter the shallows, while others run the pre-spawn stops in reserve on their way to outside, offshore structures.

Depending on the type of fishery you're on, the baits can differ dramatically. We primarily focus our time on faster moving reaction baits, but we mix in a few bottom contact presentations as well. Below you'll find links to all the baits Tim discussed in the video. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


SPINNERBAIT...

•Megabass SV–3 Spinnerbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Colors: Hasu, Wakasagi


FROGS...

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

Colors: White Black, Nasty Shad, Killer Gill


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

Colors: Black Gill, Chart Strike Gill


TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Gill, Sexy French Pearl, Sexy Shad


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

Colors: Gill


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

Colors: Clown


UNDERSPINS...

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

Size: 3/8 – 1/2 oz

•Storm 3.5" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


•Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 1/4 oz, 5/0 Hook

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


CRANKBAITS...

•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Summer Minnow, Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad


•Strike King 6XD: https://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Sexy Shad


SOFT JERKBAIT...

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


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

Size: 4/0


NOSE HOOKED FLUKE...

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

Colors: Albino, Smokin Shad


•Owner CPS Spring: https://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

Size: Medium


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

Size: 2


SHAKY HEAD...

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

Color: OG Junebug


•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Color: Junebug Dream


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

Size: 3/16 oz


WOBBLE HEAD...

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

Size: 1/2 oz with 4/0 Hook, 3/4 oz with 5/0 Hook


•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug


BUDGET ALL AROUND CASTING ROD...

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

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

Line– Seaguar Red Label (17 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA


BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'2" Medium Heavy Mod Glass: https://bit.ly/49VWq0N

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

Line– Sunline FC 12 lb: https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm


BUDGET TOPWATER CASTING COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (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

Top 5 Baits For May Bass Fishing!

Bass fishing in May can be amazing, here's what you need to know! The bass are in transition and we're going to show you how to catch them. Most lakes have bass in every phase of the spawn by now. There are still lingering spawners but there are also a lot of post spawn fish. Some fish go deep while others stay around shallow cover. No matter how you like to fish, we've got tips to help you do it better!

There are a lot of great baits for targeting fish during the post spawn to early Summer transition, but we have some very clear favorites. Whether you're going deep or shallow, these are baits you can rely on to catch fish throughout the entire transition. And don't forget that early in the month the shad spawn is a major deal!

Below you'll find links to the baits discussed in the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared and included our favorite sizes and colors for each. We've also included a couple budget combos to help you consistently land the fish that bite. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


CHATTERBAITS...

•Zman JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Blueback Herring, Green Pumpkin Shad


•ZMan Elite Evo 1/2 oz: https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Colors: Electric Shad, Spot Remover


•Hog Farmer Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Sexy Shad, Electric Shad


SPINNERBAIT...

•Megabass SV–3 Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Hasu, Wakasagi


•War Eagle Screamin Eagle: https://bit.ly/2IEHHjA

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Spot Remover, Mouse


UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 3/8 oz


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

Size: 2.75" - 4"

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, HT Ito Tennesse Shad


•Duo Realis Popper 64: https://bit.ly/4a1hoMQ

Colors: Ghost Gill, Ghost Minnow


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

Colors: Setsuki Chiayu, Kasumi Ito, Ito Wakasagi


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

Colors: Killer Gill, Sunfish, Nasty Shad


SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad


•Bill Lewis ATV 1.0: https://bit.ly/3kBMuGb

Colors: Green Gizzard, Tennessee Shad


•Spro Speed Demon: https://bit.ly/3XGWUC2

Colors: Laundry Matte, Old School Shad


DEEP CRANKBAITS...

•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Summer Minnow, Metallic Shad


•Nomad D Trak 65: https://bit.ly/4a5wAYX

Colors: Chartreuse Blue Back, Natural Threadfin


•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Helsinki Shad


SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass 6" Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2CANTU7

Colors: White Back Shad, Borealis Shad


•Bucca Brand 6" Trick Shad: https://bit.ly/4hFD5Go

Colors: Matte Shad, Shadaliscious


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

Colors: Tactical Gizzard Shad, Tactical Chartreuse Shad


WEIGHTLESS BAITS...

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Black Flake


•MissileBaits Bomba: https://bit.ly/44bZRNZ

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Super Bug


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

Size: 3/0


SHAKY WORMS...

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

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug


•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Junebug Dream, Hammer Emoji


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

Size: 3/16 oz


ALL AROUND BUDGET CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

Models: 7'1" Medium

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


ALL AROUND BUDGET SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT: https://bit.ly/3n6Ojvx

Models: 7' Medium Fast

Reel– Daiwa Legalis LT: https://bit.ly/3Y0kDh3

Size: 2500 D-XH

Line– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A Glass: https://bit.ly/3uNTvXf

Models: 7' Medium Moderate

Reel– Shimano SLX A: https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Speed: HG

Line– Seaguar Red Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA


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

Bass Fishing Is Changing! Don't Miss These 3 Fishing Trends!

Bass fishing is constantly changing, this is what you need to know! These 3 trends are on fire right now! When you walk into a tackle shop, these pegs are always empty, and there's a reason. It's very important to stay ahead of new techniques and trends if you want to catch as many fish as possible, especially for competitive anglers. A lot of trends come an go, but these 3 are catching fish all over the globe!

The Megabass Karashi may be the most effective lure to come out in decades! It's small, you'll  have to learn the cadence, but the results are incredible! Strolling isn't new at all, but its effectiveness for targeting bass continues to amaze us! If you still haven't engaged with this trend, you're missing one of the best bass catching options in recent years! And the dice... what started out as a niche... almost a joke... has turned into a shockingly effective method, especially when rigged on a dropshot.

Below you'll find links to all the baits discussed in the video. We've added our personal favorite colors for each, along with our favorite rod and reel combos to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


RELATED TECHNIQUE VIDEO...

•Karashi: https://youtu.be/R4oTU0CmJ-8

•Strolling: https://youtu.be/5Gz4rap0DpE

•Dice: https://youtu.be/qhw4n5WDtOU


THE KARASHI...

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

Colors: HT Ito Wakasagi, Kasumi Ito KS, HT Setsuki Chiayu


STROLLING BAITS...

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

Colors: Green Shad, Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow


•Deps 5" Sakamata Shad: https://bit.ly/3QMt9yd

Colors: Silver Shiner, Silver Shad, Indy Sagi


•Crush City Mooch Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Yn4NR6

Colors: Electric Shad, Gizzard Shad, Green Shad


STROLLING HEADS...

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

Size: 1/4 oz, 2/0 Hook


•Owner Range Roller Head: https://bit.ly/42cqaUR

Sizes: 1/96 oz, 3/32 oz, 3/16 oz


DICE BAITS...

•OSP Dice Rubber: https://bit.ly/4e0DII9

Colors: Green Pumpkin Pepper, Fred's Candy, Moebi


•OSP Max Salt Dice Rubber: https://bit.ly/3AZT8Oe

Colors: Green Pumpkin Pepper, Fred's Candy, Moebi


DICE RIGGING...

•Big Bite Baits Neko Weight: https://bit.ly/441tOEg

Size: 1/16 oz


•Owner CPS Spring: https://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

Size: Small


•Gamakatsu Dropshot Hook: https://bit.ly/2zGX441

Size: 2


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


HIGH END KARASHI COMBO...

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

Size: 6'3" Ultralight

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

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


MAIN STROLLING COMBO...

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

Model: 6'10" Medium Heavy Extra Fast

Reel– Shimano Sustain FJ 2500: https://bit.ly/3BQLlNP

Line– Sufix 832 (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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


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