Winter Jig Fishing Is Easy! Here's What You Need To Know!

Winter jig fishing isn't hard! A few basic colors, a couple head shapes, a favorite trailer, and you're done! The weather might be cold but the jig fishing is heating up!

Don't let the Winter weather keep you from catching fish. Jig fishing is easier now than any other time of year! We focus all our attention on a few very simple baits and it pays off big, no matter where we go! 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, sizes, and colors we use. We've also included our favorite trailers, as well as the rods and reels we use to fish these baits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

OUR MAIN JIG…

Bait– Dirty Jigs Finesse Football: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: SuperMatt Brown, Canterbury Craw, Canterbury Crunch

Trailer– Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Color: Cinnamon Blk Purp, Green Pump Purp Copper

COMPACT PITCHING JIG...

Bait– Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Supermatt Brown, Canterbury Craw, The Go To

HULA GRUB...

Bait– Yamamoto Double Tail Grub: http://bit.ly/2d7SpgG

Color: Cinn Black Purp, Green Pump Purple Copper

Head– Gamakatsu Football 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2CTXHHt

MICRO JIGS...

•Keitech Tungsten Jig: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Brown/Purple, Green Pumpkin Black

•Nishine Finesse Football: https://bit.ly/3gIKmrz

Size: 3/8 oz

Colors: Copper Craw, Watermelon Candy

MICRO JIG TRAILERS...

•Damiki 3" Air Craw: https://bit.ly/3AvRsZJ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Purple

•ZMan TRD CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw

MATT'S FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel– Shimano Chronarch MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

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

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

MICRO JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline FC 12 lb: http://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 hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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

Two PB's In One Day! MONSTERS On Lake Chickamauga!!

What started out as a fun day of bass fishing turned into a multi species slugfest! Matt is fishing Lake Chickamauga and when a storm began to roll in the big fish started feeding! The key to unlocking the multi-species pattern was a blade bait and everything wanted to eat it!

The day started out right with a nice largemouth on the S-Waver. After that Matt really had to work to put together a largemouth pattern, but soon that would be the least of his concerns. When he finally locked the Damiki Vault in his hand and started hopping it around outside structure, big fish started showing up!

A 30" Walleye is a giant fish no matter where you are but its a MONSTER in the South! What a fun experience! Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt was using. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

GLIDE BAIT... 

•River2Sea S Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Color: I Know It

Hook Upgrade: ST–56: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Size: 2

SMALL SWIMBAIT...

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Head– Dirty Jigs Guppy: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook

BLADE BAIT...

•Damiki Vault (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Color: Real Shad, Black Holo

BLADE BAIT HOOK UPGRADES...

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

Sizes: 2 and 3

Hooks– Owner STX 38: http://bit.ly/2oNIeCD

Size: 6

CRANKBAIT...

•Megabass Super Z Z2: https://bit.ly/3fsxn9G

Color: Wild Craw

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

•Jackall TN 60: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Color: SG Threadfin

Hook Upgrade: Owner ST–35: http://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Size: 6

MATT'S BLADE BAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line– Sunline Super FC 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MATT'S LIPLESS CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 855C CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

MATT'S S WAVER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'6" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Curado 200DC (HG): https://bit.ly/3QMMb6o

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb Shock: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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

3 Mistakes That Hurt Your Fishing! (And How To Fix Them)

Don't keep making these mistakes! We're bound to make a mistake or two, but falling into these pitfalls over and over again is really hurting your chances to catch fish! If you're the guys who can't catch fish this Winter and you're wondering why others can, its likely one of these problems that's keeping you from success. The good news is, they're easy to fix!

The biggest issue with bass fishing in Winter is apathy. We just keep doing the same things we did the rest of the year and believe its going to keep working, despite the unique conditions we're now facing. Experience has shown that isn't the case and you absolutely need to adapt to Winter conditions if you want to be successful. From time of day, to the retrieves you use, right down to the colors of your lure, Winter demands a whole new approach to fishing on your lake. 

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

SPEED CRANKING...

•River2Sea Tactical DD75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: True Shad, Clear Water Minnow, Mirrored Minnow

•Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Colors: MB Gizzard, Kisyu Ayu, Sexy Ayu

BLADE BAIT...

•Damiki Vault (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Colors: Black Holo, Real Shad, Holo Ayu

•Megabass Dyna Response (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2R7FlvL

Colors: Ito Hiuo, Jukucho Shad, Setsuki Ayu

NED RIG BAITS...

•ZMan Micro Finesse TRD: https://bit.ly/3d8bmBm

Colors: Green Pumpkin, PB&J

•Roboworm 3" Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Colors: Margarita Mutilator

•XZone Lures Ned Zone: http://bit.ly/2mRiYhF

Colors: Violet Secret

NED HEADS...

•ZMan Micro Finesse Shroomz: https://bit.ly/3QDdlw7

Color: Chartreuse

•ZMan Ned LockZ HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Color: Chartreuse

FOOTBALL JIG TRICK...

Bait– Dirty Jigs Finesse Football (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Color: Super Matt Brown

Trailer– Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Color: Cinnamon Purple Black

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

Colors: Chartreuse Black Flake, Firetiger

BUDGET SPEED CRANKING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

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

Line–Sunline Super FC (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

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

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

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

BUDGET NED RIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" M Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel– Daiwa BG 2000: http://bit.ly/32Xscbb

Line– Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sunline 6 lb Super FC: http://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

Tactical Bassin’s Latest Lure Design! The Tactical MINI Flex Rig! (How To Fish and Rig)

We’ve done it again! With the increased pressure around the country the past few years the need has developed for a smaller, streamlined, more flexible Alabama Rig to help anglers catch fish in tough conditions. The Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex Rig allows you to throw much smaller swimbaits on a perfectly balanced rig with great movement, without giving up ANY durability!

We set out to design an A-rig that could comfortably fish 3” - 4” swimbaits while still being able to throw smaller 2" baits. By downsizing our wire lengths, blade sizes, and terminal components we created a rig that could fish any swimbait from a 2.8” Keitech up to a 4 1/2” swimbait with ease. Hog Farmer was able to bring all their build quality to this project to create the perfect downsized package without giving up the strength of the full size Tactical Flex Rig. 

Below you’ll find links to the rigs, as well as the components we use to rig them. We’ve even included our favorite colors for all the swimbaits to help give you a starting place for your own fishing. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

THE TACTICAL MINI FLEX RIG…

•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Non-Bladed): https://bit.ly/3isTio0

THE TACTICAL FLEX RIG…

•Hog Farmer Tactical Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/38xd1es

•Hog Farmer Tactical Flex (Non-Bladed): https://bit.ly/3vhpSez

SWIMBAIT HEADS… (Largest To Smallest)

•Matt Allen Swimbait Head: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Recommended Size: 1/8 - 3/8 oz

•Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head: http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Recommended Size: 1/8 - 3/8 oz

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Recommend Size: 1/8 - 3/16 oz

REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS AND TOOLS…

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

Size: 4

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

Size: Medium

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

SWIMBAITS…

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

Sizes For Mini: 2.8 - 3.8

Sizes For Flex: 4.3 - 4.8

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•XZone Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Size: 3.5 - 4”

Color: Electric Shad, Bream, Sexy Shad

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

Size: 3”

Color: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sexy Shad

DUMMY BAITS…

•Damiki Armor Shad: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Size: 3”

Colors: American Shad, Pure Gill

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

Size: 2.8”

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

•Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Albino, Smokin Shad

FAVORITE MINI FLEX COMBO…

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7’5” Medium heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

FAVORITE ALL AROUND A–RIG COMBO…

Rod– Shimano Expride 7’7” Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Curado 200K (HG): http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

BUDGET A–RIG COMBO…

Rod– Shimano SLX 7’5” Heavy: https://bit.ly/3oTctYa

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

RELATED A-RIG VIDEOS…

•5 Bass For 40 Lbs On A-Rigs: https://youtu.be/6sBGUqYFvFA

•A-Rig Tricks For Winter Bass: https://youtu.be/4NkAu2Cbkv0

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