How To Catch Huge Slab Crappie

Today we're catching Slab Crappie on swimbaits, hair jigs, and finesse plastics. If you want to catch bigger crappie, these tips are what you've been looking for. Crappie are abundant but anyone who fishes for them regularly knows how temperamental they can be. Some crappie gear works remarkably well but a lot of it is unrefined. By making a few quick changes you can take your crappie fishing to a whole new level.

For years bass fishermen have known the power of Keitech swimbaits and hair jigs for bass. By applying these same refined lures to Crappie, anglers can increase their catch rates and typically increase the size of catch as well. We tend to use heavier heads than traditional crappie fishing in order to get the correct action out of the lures. The heavier weights also allow us to use light bass tackle.

Below is a break down of the gear we were using in this video as well as a few color recommendations for the various baits.

The baits...

Matt Stefan Guppy Head: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Keitech Fat 2.8 Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Realis V-TailShad: http://bit.ly/2PUH83Q

Basstrix 2" Flash Trix: http://bit.ly/2KHVxiy

Feider Hair Jig: http://bit.ly/2G7TBwj

Typical colors include Shad, Smelt, Chartreuse/Blue, and Pearl

Matt's Rod/Reel Combo...

Rod- Shimano Zodias 6'8" Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

Reel- Shimano Stradic CI4+ 1000 size: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line- Sunline Sniper 4 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Tim's Rod/Reel Combo...

Rod- Daiwa Elite AGS 7'6" Feider: http://bit.ly/2QHupT9

Reel- Daiwa Tatula LT 2000: http://bit.ly/2zrq4id

Line- Sunline Sniper 5 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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Catching BIG Bass With Larry Dahlberg

We got the opportunity to fish with Hall Of Famer, Larry Dahlberg on Clearlake and it was awesome! Larry's first ever bite on Clearlake was an 8 lber and we captured the footage as it happened! Listen to the story and watch the footage as Matt breaks down that incredible day.

Listening to an angler with Larry's years of experience will change how you think. Getting the opportunity to fish together is something truly remarkable. If you ever have the opportunity to spend time with Larry or any other knowledgable angler, take the time to do it. Its amazing what can be gleaned from even short conversations with these people.

The time spent with Larry was something we don't take lightly, nor will we forget. We're lucky to have the footage to share with you and hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Below is a break down of the gear used in the video as well as the products that Larry has developed.

Larry's Lures...

Whopper Plopper: http://bit.ly/2a7ipHL

Whopper Plopper Silent: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Clackin Crayfish: http://bit.ly/2FKUrDQ

The Gear from the video...

Rod- Expride 7'11" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Metanium MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line- Power Pro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Lure- Jackall Archelon (School Bluegill Color): http://bit.ly/2uo4sN5

Weight- River2Sea Trash Bomb 1 oz: http://bit.ly/2bHj2pB

Hook- Gamakatsu 4/0 Superline: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

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Best Worms and Creature Baits For Bass Fishing - Buyer's Guide

Today we continue the Buyer's Guide Series with a look at our favorite soft plastics. We've chosen 12 of our favorite plastics including worms, tubes, creatures, and minnow baits. Some of them are old stand by's while others are wild cards you might never have heard of.

This bonus video is designed to help you wade through the hundreds of soft plastics on the market and focus on the proven producers and best new options without wasting time and money. Each of these baits has been producing for us and we're confident will do the same for you.

Below is a breakdown of the baits we have confidence in. Whether you're finesse fishing, flipping, or chasing a reaction bite, there are baits here that will work for you. We're including some of our favorite colors and size recommendations for each as well. In no particular order, here are the baits...

1) Yamamoto Senko 5" and 6": http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

-Some of our favorite senko colors include Green Pumpkin black flake, Green Pumpkin Watermelon laminate, Baby Bass, and June Bug.

2) Zoom Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

- The Fluke can be used to mimic any baitfish so "match the hatch" the best you can. Some of our favorite colors are Tennessee Shad, Green Pumpkin, Albino, and Smokin Shad.

3) Strike King Fat Baby Finesse Worm: http://bit.ly/2aKei5y

-Favorite colors include Blue Fleck, Green Pumpkin, and Watermelon Red Flake.

4) Net Bait 6.5" T-Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Favorite Colors Include Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Kentucky Special, and Texas Craw.

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

Not to be confused with Al Gore's Man Bear Pig, the Reaction Innovations version is a true fish producer! We've seen incredible results with this bait and often throw it in place of the Brush Hog. Favorite colors include Hematoma, Okeechobee Craw, Tramp Stamp, and Watermelon Red.

6) Keitech Crazy Flapper 4.4": http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp

This bait is a sleeper and you should really check it out. It has a TON of action and shines on a light Texas rig. Favorite colors include Green Pumpkin, Double Trouble, Green Pumpkin Fire, and Sprayed Grass.

7) Roboworm Alive Shad 4": http://bit.ly/2kDNeYw

Give your fish a unique look with this full-bodied worm. Favorite colors include Aarons Magic, Hologram Shad, Margarita Mutilator, and Morning Dawn.

8) Dry Creek 3.5" Tournament Tube: http://bit.ly/2cJwI6r

Favorite colors include Butt Ugly, Green Pumpkin, Old Ugly, and Mocha Copper Pepper.

9) Z-Man Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR

If you haven't thrown a ned rig yet, you're missing the boat. This one is for you! Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Goby, Yoga Pants, and Mud Bug are all proven producers.

10) Roboworm Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Favorite Colors include Aarons Magic, Desert Craw, MM3, and Peoples Worm.

11) Realis V-TailShad: http://bit.ly/2PUH83Q

Unique bait that works equally well on a dropshot or a Damiki Rig. Favorite colors include Bluegill, Ghost Pearl Silver, and Violet Wakasagi.

12) Roboworm Fat 6" Straight Tail Worm: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM

The Roboworm is a proven bait in the West that is winning tournaments all over the country. Favorite colors include Aaron's Magic, MMIII, People's Worm, and Red Crawler.

13) Jackall Archelon: http://bit.ly/2uo4sN5

This is our favorite flipping bait fished on a heavy Texas Rig. Favorite colors include Green Pumpkin Candy, Green Pumpkin Pepper, and School Bluegill.

Favorite Flippin Stick- Expride 7'11" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Favorite Hooks, jigheads, and weights...

-Vike Tungsten Weights: http://bit.ly/2DUIxB4

-Strike King 3/16 Tube Heads: http://bit.ly/2xpDBDK

-Gamakatsu 4/0 Superline Worm Hook: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

-Ned LockZ HD Heads: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

-Owner Shaky Ultrahead: http://bit.ly/2iofJdg

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TacticalBassin's Top 8 High End Combos - Buyer's Guide

The Buyer's Guide continues with an in-depth look at HIGH END equipment! If you've wondered about the best, this video is for you! We cover both casting and spinning in this whirlwind tour of some of the best bass fishing rods and reels on earth! This video is no accident, today is CYBER MONDAY and you can score the best deals of the entire year on this gear!

Whether you're a collector, an aficionado, or just want to dabble in the world of high-end tackle, we've narrowed it down and chosen a handful of combos that we feel stand out from the rest. We're talking about the smoothest, longest-lasting, and most sensitive rod and reel combos that money can buy.

Below is a break down of our favorite gear. We've separated it into casting and spinning rods, paired with our favorite reels for each. We'll also link to some inexpensive items to help keep your new gear looking its best. In no particular order, here is the best gear in bass fishing.

Casting Combos...

1)

Rod- St. Croix Legend X Casting Rods: http://bit.ly/2r3Wskp

Favorite Models Include 6'10" Medium, 7'1" Medium Heavy, 7'6" medium Heavy.

Reel- Chronarch MGL 150HG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Excellent work horse reel, super smooth and durable.

2)

Rod- G Loomis NRX Casting Rods: http://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Favorite models include 852C JWR, 853C JWR, 894C JWR

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

This is the smoothest, most compact reel we own. We can't say enough about how light this reel is. Check it out, its a "must have" if you want to try a high-end reel.

3)

Rod- G Loomis Conquest Casting Rods: http://bit.ly/2iL1PAY

Favorite Models Include 842C MBR, 844C MBR, 903C MBR

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

This is a work horse reel that practically runs itself. Light baits, heavy baits, and everything in between. If you only want one reel, this is it.

4)

Rod- Megabass Orochi XX Casting Rods: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Favorite Models include the Tour Versatile, Braillist, and Extreme Mission Type F.

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL: http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

The Metanium is Shimano's high-end work horse. Its the do-everything reel that will last for years and years. If you want one reel to do every job, look no further than the Metanium.

5)

Rod- Megabass Destroyer Casting Rod: http://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Favorite Models Include the OneTen Special, Onager, and Daemos

Spinning Combos...

1)

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite Spinning: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Favorite Models Include 7' Medium Light, 7' Medium, 6'10" Medium Light

Reel- Daiwa Certate Spinning Reel 6:1 Ratio: http://bit.ly/2hjRZXg

Probably the most free feeling handle of any spinning rod we've used. Incredibly smooth and buttery.

2)

Rod- G Loomis NRX Spinning Rods: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Favorite models include the 852S, 802S, 872S

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Both Matt and Tim's favorite spinning reel. The word "unreal" was used over and over when describing this reel.

3)

Rod- G Loomis Conquest Spinning: http://bit.ly/2BiGUNi

Favorite Models Include 742S and 902S

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Both Matt and Tim's favorite spinning reel. The word "unreal" was used over and over when describing this reel.

We use the following equipment in conjunction with our high end gear...

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

Monofilament Line- Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

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

Casting Reel Cover- Shimano Neoprene: http://bit.ly/2SflhFy

Spinning Reel Cover- Shimano Neoprene: http://bit.ly/2KC19uI

Rod Sleeves- Casting Rods: http://bit.ly/2TJSF8X

Rod Sleeves- Spinning Rods: http://bit.ly/2AoTECD

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