How To Fish Docks (Everything You Need To Know)

From which docks hold all the fish, to which baits you should you throw, we're covering everything you need to know about dock fishing! Don't waste time fishing the wrong docks. Don't fish the pilings in the wrong order and catch less fish! Dock fishing is full of subtle nuances that really matter and today we're going to help you eliminate all the guess work. 

The next time you're going to fish around docks remember the fine details in today's video. Fish older docks. Fish corner docks and docks at the ends of long runs of similar structures. Focus on docks that are up off the water so you can skip back under them. When it comes to pilings, focus on the closest pilings to you first, then work your way to the farthest pilings.

Fishing docks requires some very unique gear. Below you'll find links to the exact baits we recommend. We've also included details like our favorite sizes, colors, and any rigging components you'll need. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

LARGE SWIMBAITS...

-Osprey 6" Tournament Talon: http://bit.ly/2bqsLS0

Colors: Chartreuse Shad, Gizzard, TW Shad

-Storm Arashi Glide Bait: http://bit.ly/2nHdrL1

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Green Gill, Bluegill

WEEDLESS UNDERSPIN...

Bait- Big Bite Baits Pro Swimmer 4.8": https://bit.ly/3AeQsaS

Colors: Albino Shad, Smoky Gold Clear Silver

Hook- Owner Flashy Swimmer 1/4 oz 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

SHAKY HEAD...

Worm- Netbait T-Mac 6.5": http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin

Head- Canterbury 3/16 oz Shakey: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

WEIGHTLESS SENKO... 

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blk Flake, Green Pump Watermelon Lam

Wacky Hook- Owner Jungle Wacky Weedless (1/0): https://bit.ly/2VKZl9U

NEKO RIG... 

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blk Flake, Green Pump Watermelon Lam

Hook- Owner Sniper Finesse Neko Size 1: http://bit.ly/2kfdv37

Weight- Swagger Pagoda Nail 1/32: http://bit.ly/2iGNSFW

JIGS.... 

Bait- Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig: http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Colors: Brown Craw, The Go To

Trailer- Reaction Innovations Smallie Beaver: http://bit.ly/2dR6CkP

DROPSHOT... 

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

Colors: Desert Craw, MMIII

Hook- Owner Cover Shot 1/0: http://bit.ly/2ISr7bR

Weight- Swagger Tungsten 3/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

BIG SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Dobyns FURY 806H: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

Reel- Shimano Tranx 300: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

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

Leader- Sunline FC-100 30 lb Shock Leader: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

"BANG FOR THE BUCK" SENKO/NEKO RIG COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Expride 7' Medium: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel- Shimano Vanford 3000: https://bit.ly/2PDlKlB

Line- Power Pro Braid 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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 Jig Tricks To Catch Bass In The Heat!

Jigs catch BIG bass in Summer! Knowing which jig to use and when to throw it will help you catch even more fish. Come along as we dive into 3 jig fishing tricks that will help you fine tune your jig fishing this Summer, no matter how hot it gets!

Its easy to make a blanket statement like, "Jigs catch big bass". Its something entirely different to peer into a box of jigs and bags of trailers and try to figure out which baits to pair for the situation you're facing. Honestly, its intimidating. Today we're going to make it a whole lot easier! We've got 3 scenarios for you with 3 very different solutions. Choose the scenario that best matches your lake, apply those tips, and you'll be fishing with confidence in no time. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've listed them in order of appearance to make it as simple as possible. We've also included our favorite trailers for each style, favorite colors, and the gear we use to throw them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Jig- Dirty Jigs Pitchin' Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: Go To

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

Color: Tramp Stamp

HEAVY COVER JIG... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs No-Jack Flippin Jig: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Weight: 5/8 - 3/4 oz

Favorite Colors: Hematoma, Go To, Okeechobee 420

HEAVY COVER TRAILERS...

-Netbait Paca Chunk (Sr): http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Favorite Colors: Black/Blue, Green Pumpkin, Toledo Special

-Reaction Innovations Kinky Beaver: http://bit.ly/2XQ1kJ1

Favorite Colors: Hematoma, Tramp Stamp

FINESSE JIG... 

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

Weight: 3/8 oz

Favorite Colors: Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw, Kentucky Craw

FINESSE TRAILERS...

-Reaction Innovations Smallie Beaver: http://bit.ly/2dR6CkP

Favorite Colors: Magic Craw Swirl, Green Pumpkin, Sprayed Grass

MICRO FOOTBALL JIGS...

-Pee Wee Jig: https://bit.ly/2IkGi20

Weight: 5/16 oz

Favorite Colors: 1st Down, Hail Mary, PB & J

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

Weight: 1/2 oz

Favorite Colors: Pumpkin Pepper Green Flake, Watermelon Candy

-Keitech Tungsten Football: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Weight: 1/2 oz

Favorite Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Blue, Brown Purple

MICRO FOOTBALL TRAILERS...

-Netbait Paca Chunk (Tiny): http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Favorite Colors: Crawfish, Green Pump, Green Pumpkin Red

-Yamamoto Double Tail Grub 4": http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Favorite Colors: Cinnamon blk/purp, Green Pump purp/Cop

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

Favorite Colors: Mud Bug, Green Pump, Canada Craw

HEAVY COVER JIG COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'6" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

"BANG FOR THE BUCK" MICRO JIG COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'8" Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

BUDGET ALL-AROUND JIG COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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

Chatterbait VS Whopper Plopper! Summer Fishing Our Local Lake

Come along on a topwater mission as Tim and JD go in search of big Summer bass! Watch as they adapt to changing conditions, dodge storms, and catch some really nice fish. The goal for the day is topwater but they do what it takes to build a consistent pattern. They end up switching back and forth between 3 sizes of Whopper Plopper and a JackHammer Chatterbait to keep the pattern alive! 

Summer fishing is all about adapting to the conditions. When the weather is up and down so are the fish. If you add in changes in current, angling pressure, etc... it can be overwhelming. Sometimes it helps to just simplify your game plan. Today the guys knew exactly they wanted to throw and they searched until they found a way to make it work. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits they used throughout the day. We've included the exact sizes, colors, trailers, etc. We also included links to the rod and reel combos they were using, as well as a budget-friendly option. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

CHATTERBAIT... 

Bait- Evergreen JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

Trailer- HogFarmer Spunk Shad 5.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Ghost Minnow

TOPWATER...

-Whopper Plopper 130 (Loon): http://bit.ly/2a7ipHL

-Whopper Plopper 110 (I Know It): http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Whopper Plopper 90 (Phantom Shad): http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

TOPWATER COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2lVATTC

Reel- SLX 70 MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

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

CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro Bladed Jig (883) http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC-100 Shock Leader 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

BUDGET ALL-AROUND COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- Shimano SLX (XG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Power Pro Braided 40 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

Chatterbait and Swim Jig Tricks You Actually Need To Know!!

Finally! The tricks that make all the difference! When should you throw a swim jig instead of a chatterbait? What about just throwing a swimbait? What makes one better than another? Its time to find out exactly what each bait is for and when to switch between them!

Chatterbaits are incredible lures! They're ability to catch fish is rivaled by only a few other lures. But do they have a weakness? Of course they do! That's where the swim jig steps in. Understanding the differences between the chatterbait, swim jig, and swimbait will help you catch fish day after day. Learning to use these baits as a system instead of sticking with a single option will allow you to adapt to changing conditions on your lake. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors and weights for each, as well as our favorite trailers to compliment each style. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SWIMBAITS...

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

Bait- Storm Largo Shad (4"): https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color Shown: Pro Blue Red Pearl

SWIM JIGS...

-Dirty Jigs California Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Weight: 1/2 to 3/4 oz.

Favorite Colors: Crappie, Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Black/Blue

-Dirty Jigs Skirted Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Weight: 1/4 - 3/8 oz.

Favorite Colors: Alabama Craw, Crappie, Hematoma, Tactical Shad

SWIM JIG TRAILERS... 

-R2S D Walker Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

Sizes- 100 (Swim Jig), 120 (California Swim Jig)

Favorite Colors: PB Red, Shamrock Shad, Ice White

-13 Fishing Pleasure Shad: https://bit.ly/3A4F4hx

Sizes- 4" (Swim Jig), 5" (California Swim Jig)

Favorite Colors: Black and Tan, Collard Greens, Witches Brew

-Gambler EZ Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Favorite Colors: Electric One, Ghost Shad, Gold Rush

CHATTERBAITS...

-Evergreen JackHammer: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Weight- 3/8 to 1/2 oz.

Favorite Colors: Bruised Green Pump, Clearwater Shad, Green Pump Shad

-Z Man CrossEyez: https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

Weight- 3/8 to 1/2 oz.

Favorite Colors: Mouse Rat, Shad Spawn, Green Pumpkin

-Z Man Chatterbait Custom: http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI

Weight- 3/8 to 1/2 oz.

Favorite Colors: Bluegill, Glimmer Shad, Black Blue Flk

CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

-Hog Farmer Spunk Shad: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Sizes: 4.5" and 5.5"

Favorite Colors: Blue Gizzard, Ghost Minnow, Black Blue, Natural Gill

-Big Bite Kamikaze Swim On: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Size: 4.25"

Favorite Colors: Green Pump Chart, Hematoma, Green Pumpkin

CLIP/SNAP UPGRADES...

-Nishine Original Snap: https://bit.ly/2T2ic1F

Size: #2

HIGH-END CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC-100 16 lb Shock Leader: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

ALL-AROUND CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy Glass: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado DC (XG): http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

Line- Sunline Assassin 17 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- Shimano SLX 70 MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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