Matt's Cancer Surgery **Positive Update**

2020 was a brutal year for all of us! Matt and Tim both visit the dermatologist on a regular basis because of the amount of sun exposure they receive each year. After a clean bill of health early in 2020 Matt noticed a small spot on his cheek by late Summer. When it didn't go away, he went to see the dermatologist. Sure enough, it was cancer. To be more specific, it was a Squamous Cell Carcinoma.

Now for the good news, Matt is back to being cancer free! They found the spot before it metastasized (spread). He had a Mohs surgery done in Mid-December and is ready to get back on the water. We don't tell you about his situation looking for pity, we tell you because we want you to take care of yourself! Many anglers don't take skin cancer seriously and it takes a shock close to home to shake them up. We hope that Matt's brush with cancer is close enough to get you to take it seriously!

When it comes to skin cancer, its not always obvious. Sure, it could be a big spot on your face that changes color and can't be ignored. It could be a mole that suddenly changes size, shape, or color. But its much more likely it will be a scab that doesn't go away, or even just a dry patch where you skin has a sandpaper-like feel. 

No matter how it appears, "different" on your skin is not a good sign and you need to see a dermatologist. Skin cancers are very treatable when you find them early but extremely deadly when you wait. If you're been wondering, its time to go in. Let Matt's story encourage you to do the right thing and take care of yourself while there is still time. For the younger anglers, take the time to cover up now, it will save you a lot of pain later. 

Below, we've linked a variety of sun garments that will help protect you from the sun. From long sleeve sun shirts that are incredibly cool, even in the Summer, to masks and gloves. Take it seriously and cover up so you don't have to go down this rough road later. We've also included the names of a handful of tinted zinc-based sunscreens that will add another layer of protection between you and the sun's rays.

Tactical Sun Gear... 

-TacticalBassin Hooded Samurai SunShirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

-TacticalBassin Samurai SunShirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

Our Favorites Sun Protection Items... 

Sun Mask- Aftco Nukam: http://bit.ly/2MfwxDY

Sun Gloves- Aftco SolPro Glove: http://bit.ly/2X38BWs

Sun Pants- Aftco Original Fishing Pant: http://bit.ly/2foDx10

All-Brands Sun Protection…
All Brands Sun Shirts: http://bit.ly/383JTM1

All Brands Sun Gloves: http://bit.ly/3huOPNg

All Brands Head and Neck Protection: http://bit.ly/380ZagO

Sunscreens We've Been Happy With (No Particular Order)...

-Elta MD Broad Spectrum Tinted SPF 41

-La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 60

-Cotz Flawless Complexion Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

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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... 

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3 Ned Rig Tricks For Winter Fishing!

The Ned Rig is amazing in the Winter Time! Fishing in the cold can be tough, especially if you're second guessing your lure choice. With new brands piling onto the Ned Rig bandwagon every day, its hard to know which baits to focus on and how to dial them in for cold water fishing. In today's video Tim explains how to adjust your weight, how to choose the right ned bait, and when to fish these presentations. 

On the surface, ned rig fishing is very simple. Grab a ned bait, grab a light jighead, throw it out and try not to move it. As the technique has morphed the last few years so has its ability to catch fish in a variety of conditions. Focusing in on details like the weight of the head, whether or not your bait floats, how much it moves underwater when you shake it, are all key pieces of the puzzle. While the Z Man Finesse TRD remains the gold standard, there are so many other amazing baits that will help you get bit in changing conditions. 

Below you'll find links to a handful of Tim's favorite baits. He's included his top 2 colors for each bait, and even included a brand new Salamander ned bait that you should check out. He's also included his favorite heads and the gear he uses to fish them. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Heads... 

-Owner Block Head: http://bit.ly/2qL0A8n

-Swagger Tungsten Flanders Head: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M

Tim's Favorite Bait... 

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

Colors: Desert Craw, TW Black Blue Pumpkin

New Bait... 

-Savage Gear Ned salamander: http://bit.ly/3rSNi8g

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Purple Copper

Great Ned Baits... 

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Goby, MudBug

-Z Man TRD CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin

-XZone Ned Zone: http://bit.ly/2mRiYhF

Colors: 309, Green Pumpkin Purple

-Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd

Colors: Super Bug, Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core

Storage Boxes/Line Box...

-Plano Edge 3700 Thin: https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL

-KVD Speed Bag Small: http://bit.ly/2GYT4RC

Tim's Ultimate Ned Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis Conquest 902: http://bit.ly/2BiGUNi

Reel- Shimano Stella 2500: http://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg

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

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

Mid-Range Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel- Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2PDlKlB

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

Leader- Sunline Sniper 7 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget Ned Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'6" Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Reel- Shimano Nasci 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- Sniper Fluorocarbon 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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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... 

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Are We Fishing Your Lake In 2021?!

The New Year is here and we're getting back on the road! 2020 was crazy for all of us. Some lost loved ones, others lost jobs, some found human kindness where it was least expected, and a few stuck some big fish in the midst of the chaos. What does 2021 hold for TacticalBassin? Let's find out! 

We're getting back out on the road in 2021. Living in a new part of the country, we've got all kinds of new goals. From big bass, to big striper and musky, the options are almost endless. We have plans to fish across the South, put more time into Florida, and even fish our way up the Eastern seaboard. If we've never been to a lake near you before, you just might see us this year! 

What are your goals for 2021? The key to consistent success is goal setting. Plan for success, follow through, and you will find success. Maybe you want to catch a new personal best? Maybe you want to master a technique? Whatever it is, leave a comment and let us know your goals because putting them into writing will increase your chances of success dramatically. 

In case you missed some of our content in 2020, here were a handful of our favorite videos, starting with yesterday's teaser video from Guyana.

-Mayhem In South America! *Teaser* : https://youtu.be/qF5NJWhzO8I

-Swimbait Fishing For Bass (Full Seminar): https://youtu.be/oIck1onpMNs

-Awesome Bank Fishing Tips: https://youtu.be/cc2p4-JNYJQ

-Insane Underwater Footage Of Bass Eating Worms: https://youtu.be/PUpt6pmx5wI

-How To Catch Bass With Plastic Worms (Underwater Footage): https://youtu.be/-yFLZwSYFcY

Want To support TacticalBassin? We have apparel and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits, and its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse. See it Here... 

TacticalBassin Gear and Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

MAYHEM In South America!! *Teaser*

An adventure of a lifetime! In early 2020, eight friends set out into the jungles of Guyana in search of the largest freshwater fish in the world! There were rumors of GIANT Arapaima that could only be targeting with artificials. There were other rumors of world record Peacock Bass, Giant Vampire Fish, and Huge wolf Fish! Eight friends headed into the jungle with huge plans, none of them were disappointed! 

Coming soon... Mayhem In South America!! An Adventure Of A Lifetime!

Are you pumped up?! Want to watch a full-length video right now? Here are some of our craziest videos to date! Every one of them is absolute chaos and full of big fish!

-Is Bass Fishing In Mexico Worth It? https://youtu.be/zcoKDc7-EfE

-More 10 lb+ Bass Than Any Other Video, Ever! https://youtu.be/yEcDrrLP4jE

-Fishing Tiny Backwaters For Angry Bass! (Florida Everglades) https://youtu.be/tdXSbNJ1Jio

-New Personal Best!! (GIANT STRIPED BASS): https://youtu.be/7oMip1AEq-c

-TacticalBassin On The Great Lakes: https://youtu.be/OgUIdNXGWDc

Wondering what these jungle giants were eating? Its not the crazy baits you might expect... most of them ate bass lures! Here are some of the primary baits we used to target Monster Arapaima and Peacock Bass. 

-Jackall Gantarel: http://bit.ly/2adZI3R

-Megabass Vatalion: http://bit.ly/367AOxD

-Lucky Craft Magnum Crankbait: http://bit.ly/2yaomxB

-Megabass Grenade: (Discontinued)

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W

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