Top 5 Baits For Muddy Water Bass Fishing

Don't be afraid of mud! Murky water can be a real challenge, especially in Winter. If you're tired of being stumped by cold, muddy water, this video is for you! Knowing what baits to use and when to switch between them will make a huge difference. Don't let muddy water intimidate you anymore, its time to adapt and overcome with these quick tips. 

The key to muddy water is understanding when its holding active fish and when it causes them to shut down. In Winter, the distinction is water temperature. Not a specific water temperature but whether the incoming water is warmer or colder than the water in the lake. If its warmer, the baits discussed in this video will help you catch bass consistently. 

Focus on lures that have flash, vibration, and bold colors. Focus ultra shallow as the water rises and around cover as it stabilizes. Below you'll find a breakdown of the baits (with color recommendations) that were discussed in the video. 

Squarebill Crankbait... 

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

(Cold Blooded, Delta Craw, I know It)

Spinnerbait... 

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

(Iced, Powder, I Know It)

-River2Sea Bling 1/2 oz Indiana: http://bit.ly/2t5jecE

(Lemonade Twist)

Jig... 

-No-Jack Flippin Jig 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

(Hematoma, Blackend Blue, Pay Day)

-Kinky Beaver Trailer: http://bit.ly/2XQ1kJ1

(Low Blow, Hematoma)

Swim Jig... 

-California Swim Jig 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

(Citrus Shad, Tactical Shad, Dirty Shad)

-D Walker 120 Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

(Pearl, Ice White)

Alabama Rig... 

-Yumbrella Flash Mob Jr: http://bit.ly/2bgDGNu

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

-Reaction Innovations Little Dipper Dummy Baits: http://bit.ly/2brnU5I

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

Favorite Combo For Shallow Muddy Water Fishing... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

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

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7

TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs

TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

Blade Bait Tricks For Cold Winter Bass ( A Day On The Water )

Today we're on Clearlake throwing Blade Baits for Winter Bass. The blade is deadly in cold water and the bass on Clearlake don't know what hit them! If you're looking to catch more fish this Winter, take note as Matt teaches about the different baits, colors, and equipment to be effective with this awesome technique! 

The blade bait finds its roots in cold water smallmouth bass fishing but its effectiveness reaches far beyond its original purpose. Big largemouth can't resist a blade, even in warmer water temps. If your bass have gone deep for Winter but you don't want to reach for finesse tackle, the blade is your best option to elicit a feed response. 

With all of the new blades on the market in recent years its hard to know where to start. Which baits work the best? Why are there so many different colors? And what do you do with those stock double hooks? Matt is catching a ton of fish on the blade today but he still stops to answer all these questions and more along the way. Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment he used in the video. 

Today's baits... 

-Megabass Dyna Response (Jerking Gill): http://bit.ly/2R7FlvL

-Jackall Keeburn (Silver): http://bit.ly/2or8sy0

-Damiki Vault (Black Holo): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Other Great Blade Baits... 

-Silver Buddy: http://bit.ly/2AcTelj

-Blade Runner: http://bit.ly/2XMNoQj

-Binsky Vibrating Blade: http://bit.ly/2mR2Vwe

Matt's Favorite Blade Bait Combo (jerkbait combo)... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Aldebaran 50 MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line- Sunline Assassin 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Matt's Braided Line Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 812 JBR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 10 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Hook Upgrades... 

Split Rings- Owner Hyperwire Size 2: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Split Ring Pliers- Texas Tackle: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0

Hook- Owner ST-36 Size 6: http://bit.ly/2cWpeyw

Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble Size 5 and 6: http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

NEW TacticalBassin Apparel…

-TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7

-TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs

-TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

-TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

Best Lure Colors To Catch Bass This Winter

We've covered bass location and lure selection but without the right colors, Winter fishing can be downright frustrating. Today we're making color selection so simple, you'll never doubt yourself. You can fish all Winter with a handful of colors and adapting to changing conditions is easy!

We've separated soft plastic color selection into 5 basic colors. While Green Pumpkin is the most important, you’ll also find great success with Margarita Mutilator (Purple), Black and Blue, Smoke, and Morning Dawn (Pink). With Jigs the selection becomes even easier. You can use 3 basic colors to meet a variety of conditions by changing your trailer color. In order of importance, we focus on Green Pumpkin Brown (Go To), Brown, Cinnamon, Purple (Supermatt Brown), and Black Blue Green Pumpkin (Blackened Blue).

Last comes hard baits. We focus entirely on ghost colors unless murky water conditions dictate that we throw a solid color. Our favorites include Ghost Minnow, Mirrored Minnow, and Ghost Pro Blue. There are of course exceptions to the rule. Below you'll find a breakdown our 4 exceptions, including our favorite baits they're offered in. We've also included our favorite jigs, crankbaits, soft baits, etc. And finally, we've included links to all of our NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel!

TacticalBassin's New Apparel... 

-TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7

-TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs

-TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

-TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

Lures that come in "Margarita Mutilator" and "MMIII"... 

-Roboworm 4" and 6" Fat Worm: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM

-Roboworm Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Lures That Come in "Tramp Stamp"...

-Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

-Reaction Innovations Man Bear Pig: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV

Football Jig Available in "Blackened Blue", "Supermatt Brown", and "Go To"... 

-Dirty Jigs Football Jig: http://bit.ly/2d0iJbd

-Dirty Jigs Finesse Football Jig: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Our "exception colors" that work great from coast to coast are linked below.

Ghost Red Craw... 

-River2Sea TacticalBassin Crankbait (Blood Craw): http://bit.ly/37dclbX

-Spro RKCrawler 55 (Red River Craw, Red Crawfish): http://bit.ly/2BLmsVN

-Spro Little John (Blood Craw): http://bit.ly/2dDfuqt

Chartreuse/Blue... 

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

Bluegill Imitator (GP Or Blk Pur Pearl Blue)... 

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

Desert Craw... 

-Robo Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Swimbaits and Underspins - All The Info (Winter Fishing)

Underspins and Finesse Swimbaits are both proven baits in Winter. Their fish catching ability is beyond question... but how do you know which one to throw? What makes a finesse swimbait get more bites one day and an underspin work so much better the next? Do you know when to use each style to consistently catch cold water bass? 

Swimbaits do an amazing job of imitating baitfish. Their natural presentation lures bites from cold water and warm water bass alike. When nothing else seems to be working, the swimbait can still get bit. However, its effectiveness is reliant on visibility. Understanding when its time to switch size, color, or abandon it in favor of the underspin is the trick. 

Underspins get their effectiveness from the flash and vibration the blade provides. Its that extra element that helps fish locate the bait in off colored water. It also helps them locate your lure amongst natural baitfish. However, it has its drawbacks. As water color changes its effectiveness can stop in the blink of an eye. Again, the key is knowing when to switch. 

Below is a breakdown of the baits and heads Matt discussed in the video. He included 3 sizes of swimbait head and 3 sizes of underspin as well as a variety of swimbaits. We hope you take the information in this video and fish with confidence the next time you're on the water!

Swimbait Heads... 

-Matt Allen Swimbait Head 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

-TacticalBassin Finesse Swimbait Head 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

-Dirty Jigs Guppy Head 1/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Underspins... 

-Blade Runner Spintrix Head 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/29UVegz

-Hog Farmer War Pig 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2pcQnRP

-Cool Baits Down Under 3/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

Swim Jigs…

-California Swim Jig 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Swimbaits... 

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

-River2Sea D Walker: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

-XZone Lures Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

-Jackall Rhythm Wave: http://bit.ly/2m78LM9

Great Finesse Swimbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Aldebaran 50 MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line- Sunline Assassin 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget All-Around Swimbait Combo... 

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

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT HG: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- 40 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- 12 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9