Matt's NEW PB! Didn't Expect This Fish To Bite!

Matt has no idea he's about to catch his PB! You just never know what's going to bite when you're out on the lake! Come along for a fun day of bass fishing full of all sorts of other random species catches as well! The transition from Fall to Winter is a great time to be on the water!

This would have been a really fun day of bass fishing but it got even better when a giant Walleye decided to make an appearance on the first stop of the morning! Too much fun! Today was unseasonably warm so Matt was able to power fish all day long. He caught fish on the Alabama Rig and several different underspins. The key to his success today was retrieve speed. As the temperatures rose, so did the fish's desire to chase the baits. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt used throughout the day. We've also included links to the rods and equipment he was using to catch these fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

THE ALABAMA RIG...

Rig- Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/38xd1es

Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait Head (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Dummy Baits- Lil Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Albino

Swimbaits- Keitech 4.8" Fat: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl

EXPOSED UNDERSPIN... 

Head- Picasso Single Barrel (3/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3py2s0v

Swimbait- Keitech 3.3" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Sexy Shad, TW Ghost Shad

WEEDLESS UNDERSPIN... 

Head- Owner Flashy Swimmer (3/0): http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Swimbait- Storm 3" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color: Albino Shad

ALABAMA RIG COMBO... 

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

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

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

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite 7'6" Medium: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Reel- Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line- Sunline SX1 16 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO... 

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

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

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

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

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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How To Catch Bass In Winter! (Beginner To Advanced)

Do you want to catch bass this Winter? Whether you're trying it for the first time or you fish all Winter long, these tips will help you be more successful on the water. Come along for a day on the water and watch as Tim explores likely Winter areas, then sits down and gives an in-depth description of fish movements throughout the Winter months. 

Catching bass is all about understanding their movements. Tim starts out by catching a nearly 5 lb Smallmouth with no background information on this fishery. He doesn't have "secret spots" or friends telling him what do to, he's simply running the areas that bass congregate on as water temperatures drop, and it works. You can do this too! Pay close attention as he details how fish leave shallows and position on outside structures. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim threw in today's video. We've included the exact colors and weights for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. You'll also find links to related Winter fishing videos if you want a better understanding of the baits we use in cold water. 

CRANKBAIT... 

Bait- R2S Tactical DD 75 Crankbait: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Glass Minnow

ALABAMA RIG... 

Rig- Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/38xd1es

Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait Head (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Dummy Baits- Lil Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Albino, Silver Shad

Main Baits- Keitech 4.8" Fat: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

UNDERSPIN... 

Bait- Keitech 4.3" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: TW Ghost Shad

Hook- Owner Flashy Swimmer 3/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

MAP CARDS FOR ELECTRONICS...

-Humminbird LakeMaster Plus: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc

-Navionics HotMaps Platinum: http://bit.ly/2ZitTiR

WINTER LURE VIDEOS... 

If you're looking for a more detailed list of the baits to throw this time of year, check out these related videos for ideas.

-Top Baits For November Bass Fishing: https://youtu.be/8TQmEu3zQb8

-Top 5 Baits For December Bass Fishing: https://youtu.be/RDeyTJ_iSqI

"BANG FOR THE BUCK" CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis GCX 845 CBR: https://bit.ly/2G5Bc86

Reel- 13 Fishing C2 (7.5:1 Speed): https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

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

BUDGET UNDERSPIN COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line- Sunline FC Fluorocarbon 15 lb: 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

Top 5 Baits For December Bass Fishing!

December brings new challenges and bigger bass! These baits will help you catch them! As water temperatures drop the way to consistently catch bass changes. There are a few power fishing techniques that remain but finesse will start taking a lead roll as well. Here's what you need to know... 

If you're going to power fish you want to focus on lures that draw a feed response in the bass. Speed cranking and A-rig fishing are the two main power techniques that consistently work in cold water. Another great option is hopping a blade bait. All 3 of these methods will catch Winter time giants. Aside from these techniques you should focus your attention on slower bottom contact baits like the football jig and ned rig to get consistent bites. 

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

ALABAMA RIG... 

Rig- Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/38xd1es

Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait Head (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

ALABAMA RIG BAITS... 

Dummy Baits- Lil Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Albino, Silver Shad

Main Baits- Keitech 4.8" Fat: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Cold Water- 13 Fishing Churro: https://bit.ly/2LLeRA6

Colors: Mojito, Purple Rain, Moonlight Clan

SPEED CRANKING... 

-R2S Tactical DD 75 Crankbait: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: DD Minnow, Glass Minnow, Mirrored Minnow

BLADE BAITS... 

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

Colors: Black Holo, Holo Ayu, Cyber Purple

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

Colors: Ito Hiuo, Setsuki Ayu, Jukucho Shad

FOOTBALL JIGS... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Finesse Football (1/2 oz): 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- Keitech Tungsten Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Green pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse, Brown/Purple

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

Colors: Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin, Mud Bug

NED RIGS... 

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Goby, Green Pumpkin

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

Colors: MMIII, Margarita Mutilator, Twilight

NED HEADS... 

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

Sizes: 1/10th, 1/8th

Lead- Z Man Ned Lockz HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Sizes: 1/15th, 1/10th

FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

Bait- Keitech Fat Swing 2.8: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sexy Shad

Head- Dirty Jigs Guppy (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

BLADE BAIT/FINESSE 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 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

ALABAMA RIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

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

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BUDGET NED/FINESSE SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel- Shimano NASCI 2500: https://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- Sunline Super FC 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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

BUYER'S GUIDE: NED RIG - BAITS, HOOKS, AND RODS FOR NED RIGGING!

Ned rigs have taken bass fishing by storm! If you're not fishing a ned rig for lethargic bass, you're losing to guys who are! What started out as a counter-culture way to catch fish on the cheap has morphed into one of the fastest growing categories in the sport. Today's buyer's guide is dedicated to this unique technique so you can see through the hype and find the key baits that consistently catch fish. 

The concept behind the ned rig is very simple. An angler rigs a very small "do nothing" worm on a mushroom head so it will stand up on the bottom and fishes it with as little movement as possible. Something about this basic method will catch fish when nothing else will. Since the inception of the technique, the market has become littered with adaptations for nearly every situation. So, what makes one ned worm better than another? Are there better baits for different situations? Are there key colors? Let's find out!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, heads, and gear discussed in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've included our personal preferences on weights, colors, and sizes so you know exactly what we're choosing when we hit the water. 

THE HEADS...

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

Preferred Weight: 1/10th

Lead- Z Man Ned Lockz HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Preferred Weight: 1/15th

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

Preferred Weight: 1/16th

ZMAN BAITS... 

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Goby, Canada Craw

-Finesse TRD BugZ: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Mud Bug

-Finesse TRD TicklerZ: http://bit.ly/2mGyDAC

Colors: Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin

OTHER GREAT NED BAITS... 

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

Colors: Desert Craw, TW Black Blue Pumpkin

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

Colors: 309, Green Pumpkin Purple, Violet Secret

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

Colors: Bluetonium Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red Core

-Savage Gear Ned Salamander: https://bit.ly/3rSNi8g

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Mojito

-Savage Gear Ned Goby Tube: https://bit.ly/313ewAq

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple Copper, Mudbug

"BANG FOR THE BUCK" COMBO... 

Rod- Zodias 7'6" Light: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

Reel- Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line- Sunline Super FC 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

HIGHER END COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 882 NNR: http://bit.ly/2vVN6Zj

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

Line- Sunline SX1 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader- Sunline Super FC 6 lb Flurocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TOP OF THE LINE COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Sunline Super FC 5 lb Flurocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET NED RIG COMBO... 

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

Reel- Daiwa BG 2500: http://bit.ly/32Xscbb

Line- Sunline Super FC 7 lb Flurocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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