Topwater and Frog Fishing Tips For Fall Bass Fishing

Things are different in the Southern half of the country! When everyone else is pulling out there hoodies, the Fall bite is just warming up on the Tennessee River and many other Southern and Western fisheries! Come along for a day on the water and learn the tricks we use to adapt our frogs in changing Fall conditions. 

Fall topwater means different things in different parts of the country. Today we're fishing walking baits and frogs in and around grass beds, something that happens a lot in the Southern US in the Fall. Matt is using different size frogs to adapt to changing conditions and spills the details on when he makes these changes. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt was using throughout the day, along with the rods and reels he was throwing. We've included the exact frog colors and styles so you know exactly how he was adapting. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

FROGS THAT CAUGHT FISH... 

-Spro Bronzeye 65: http://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Color: Killer Gill

-Jackall Kaera: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Color: Glitter Bluegill

KICKING FROG... 

-Spro Flappin Frog 65: https://bit.ly/37ljzM8

Colors: Green Tree, Nasty Shad, Leopard

LARGE FROGS... 

-Spro Bronzeye Poppin 70: https://bit.ly/3iVW03I

Colors: Natural Green, Nasty Shad

-Spro King Daddy: http://bit.ly/2h0LCYd

Colors: Nasty Shad, Killer Gill, Outback

WALKING BAITS...

-Rapala Skitter Walk: https://bit.ly/37DC2Uz

Color: Shad Translucent, Chrome

-Evergreen Shower Blows 105: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Skeleton Chartreuse, American Shad

MATT'S FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

MATT'S SMALL FROG COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod- Halo HFX 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36rfYvW

Reel- 13 Fishing Concept C2 (7:1): https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line- Sufix 131 Braid 40 lb: https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

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SONAR BASICS: HOW TO FIND FISH

Ever wonder what Fish look like on your sonar unit? In this video Tim takes you along on the water to see what fish look like on his Humminbird Solix electronics. He shows you what fish look like, then explains how their appearance can change. He breaks down the basics of today's Sonar units including understanding your unit's transducer, how it works, and the "Cone Angle". 

All of these factors are important to understand as you interpret what you're seeing below and around your boat. Most default frequencies of today's transducers are 200kHz. At this frequency, the bottom area that the sonar is covering is approximately 1/3 of your overall depth. An easy number to remember is at 30ft deep, your sonar is scanning 10ft wide. These small details will help you understand where the fish are located below and around your boat. 

Below you'll find links to the exact units Tim is using in this video. We've also included several other great units that offer value at different price points. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each unit. 

TIM'S ELECTRONICS... 

-Humminbird Solix 12 G3: https://bit.ly/2AE2YDB

-Humminbird Solix 15 G3: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

-Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

MID-PRICED UNITS... 

-Humminbird Helix 8 (MSI+ GPS G4N): https://bit.ly/39gcmhi

-Lowrance Elite FS9 (AI 3-In-1): https://bit.ly/3sxIvtm

BUDGET UNITS... 

-Humminbird Helix 5: http://bit.ly/2fsOu1I

-Lowrance Hook Reveal 5: https://bit.ly/3BQdG7q

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Jig Fishing Made Easy! Fall and Winter Bass Fishing! (Beginner To Advanced)

These jig tricks will help you catch more fish! It doesn't matter if you're fishing grass in the South or rock in the North, we're going to help you elevate your jig fishing this Fall and Winter. Come along as Matt explains how to adapt jigs to changing conditions. 

Jigs catch big bass! No one will dispute that fact. So why do so many anglers shy away from jig fishing? Maybe you don't catch very many fish on a jig. Maybe you don't have confidence in them. Maybe you've tried it and it didn't work. After this video, you'll know exactly when and where to throw a jig. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discussed in the video. He's included his favorite sizes and colors for each jig, as well as trailer recommendations. He's also included his favorite rods for each style. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

IF YOU CAN ONLY HAVE ONE... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: Green Pumpkin Craw

Trailer- R.I. Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Green Pumpkin

FOOTBALL JIGS... 

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

Colors: Go To, Supermatt Brown

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

Colors: Green Pump Purp Cop, Cinnamon Blk Purp

Jig- Bass Patrol Football: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Colors: Brown/Orange, Brown/Purple

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

Colors: Cinnamon Blk Purp, Smoke Blk Purple

FOOTBALL JIG COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 844C MBR: https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

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

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

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

OTHER MBR RODS... 

GLX- http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

IMX PRO- http://bit.ly/2lVATTC

MICRO JIGS...

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

Colors: Pumpkin Pepper Green Flake, Copper Craw

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

Colors: Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin, Mud Bug

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

Colors: Hail Mary, PB&J, 1st down

Trailer- Netbait Paca Tiny: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Crawfish, Green Pumpkin

MICRO JIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

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

Line- Sunline Fluorocarbon 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

PITCHING JIGS... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Pitchin: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: Green Pumpkin Craw, Brown Craw, Alabama Craw

Trailer- R.I. Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

Jig- Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Colors: Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw, Alabama Craw

Trailer- Netbait Paca Slim 4": http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Green Pumpkin

PITCHING JIG COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

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

GRASS JIGS...

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

Colors: Hematoma, Go To, PayDay

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

Colors: Hematoma, Penetration, Tramp Stamp

Jig- Canterbury Flippin: http://bit.ly/2aUtZsG

Colors: Hematoma, Go To, Molting Craw

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

Colors: Black Blue Flake, Toledo Special, Green Pumpkin

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

Color: Chartreuse Black Flake

FLIPPIN STICK... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'11" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

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Fall Topwater Fishing! Walking Baits For Big Bass!

Spotted Bass and topwater! Does it get more fun?! Tim is exploring a new lake and there are Magnum Spotted Bass chasing baitfish in open water! Watch as he adapts his baits and technique to go from catching small spots to big magnums in just a few hours on a lake he knows nothing about!

Fall is topwater time! If you don't have a walking bait in your arsenal you're missing an opportunity to have a lot of fun on the water. Today Tim had to adjust the size and color of his walking bait until he found what the fish were after. He also used a minnow-imitating dropshot to get a few bonus bites when the fish dropped down to the bottom between feeding periods. You can mirror this pattern on your lake, using a topwater in conjunction with a bottom contact bait to catch more fish when you're on the water. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim used throughout the day. We've included size and color recommendations, along with Tim's favorite rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TOPWATER... 

-Shower Blows 125: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Black Bone, Full Metal, American Shad

-River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea

Colors: Chrome Black, Funky Tiger, Herring

-Shower Blows 105: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Full Metal, Black Bone, Blue Back Herring

DROPSHOT... 

Bait- Megabass Hazedong 3": http://bit.ly/2CIwgzt

Colors: Ghost Shad, Shio Kosho

Hook- Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Weight- Swagger Tungsten 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

UNDERSPIN... 

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

Color: Silver Shad/Silver Plate

Bait- Keitech Easy Shiner 3.5": http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

BLADE BAIT... 

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

Colors: Holo Cyber Purple

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Zodias 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

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

DROPSHOT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

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

Line- Sunline SX1 12 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

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

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (XG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Power Pro Braid 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

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