Topwater Popper and BFS (Bait Finesse) For Spring Bass!

Come along for a fun day of fishing! Need to go finesse but don't like spinning reels? Its time for Bait Finesse! We're fishing clear water on a sunny day but we know how to fool these fish! A small topwater popper and creature baits fished on BFS gear will do the trick!

Some days you have to turn to finesse gear to get bit. We turned a potentially tough day into an awesome day on the water by embracing light tackle! The popper got our biggest fish of the day but once the sun was high over head, nothing else would work except small ned creature baits rigged weedless on 7 lb line. Matt pulled out the Bait Finesse gear and went to work!

Below you'll find links to all the baits, as well as the gear Matt used throughout the day. We've also included some budget-friendly gear options that will work in this same situation. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

POPPERS...

-Megabass Pop X Popper: https://bit.ly/3i9T3sg

Colors: Deadly Black Shad, M Wakasagi, 

-Yellow Magic (1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2al0dKP

Colors: Smoke Shad, Alewife

WALKING TOPWATER... 

-Evergreen ShowerBlows 105: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Skeleton Chartreuse, Bleeding White, Half Mirror

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

Color: Abalone Shad, Ghost Minnow

BFS BAITS... 

-Z Man TRD Bugz: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Color: Sprayed Grass

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

Color: Motor Oil

BFS RIGGING... 

Peg- VMC Sinker Stops: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

Weight- Swagger Tungsten Worm (1/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3c28mks

Hook- Owner Rig-N-Hook (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2BnniXN

STICK BAIT... 

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

Hook- VMC Wacky Rig (Size 1): https://bit.ly/35Gtj31

SWIMBAIT... 

Savage Gear 8" RTF Trout (Slow Sink): https://bit.ly/33GROg1

Color: Dirty Silver

AFFORDABLE POPPER COMBO... 

Rod- 13 Fishing Fate Black 6'7" Medium: https://bit.ly/3xSUZB3

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

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

HIGH-END BFS COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis Conquest 842C MBR: http://bit.ly/2iL1PAY

Reel- Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

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

MID-PRICED BFS COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Curado 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel- Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

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

SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 966: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC100 35 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

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Top 5 Baits for May Bass Fishing!

The bass are in transition and we're showing you how to catch them! May brings a lot of change in bass fishing. There are still lingering spawners but there are also a lot of post spawn fish. Some go deep right away while others stay shallow around cover. If you love fishing aggressively, you can power fish for post spawners and if you prefer to slow fish you can pick apart shallow cover. 

While we strive to stick with 5 baits, there is so much going on in May we couldn't quite narrow it down that far. In actuality Tim breaks down 9 key baits and what each one is for. You may be able to combine one or two of these on your lake to really narrow it down but all of them will catch fish this month. 

Below you'll find links to the baits discussed in the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared and included our favorite sizes and colors for each. We've also included a couple budget combos to help you consistently land the fish that bite. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS... 

-Lucky Craft BDS 3: http://bit.ly/2blTVwI

Colors: Golden Shiner, Ghost Minnow, Spring Craw

-River2Sea Biggie: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Abalone Shad

DEEP DIVING CRANKBAITS... 

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

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, Metallic Shad, Ghost Minnow

-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Chartreuse Sexy Shad

SPINNERBAIT... 

Bait- Damiki TOT Spinnerbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/368VED0

Colors: Smelt Shad, Snow Shad

Trailer- Storm 4" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT... 

-Rat-L-Trap (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2gm8CjC

Colors: Bleeding Shiner Chrome, Silverado, Transparent

LIPLESS HOOK UPGRADES... 

Split Rings- Owner Hyperwire Size 3: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Hooks- Gamakatsu EWG Size 4: http://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

TOPWATER... 

-Megabass Pop Max: http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Matte Shad, MB Gizzard

FLUKE... 

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

Colors: Smokin Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl 

SENKO... 

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black Flake, Green Pumpkin Watermelon Lam

FLUKE/SENKO HOOKS... 

Texas Rigged- Gamakatsu 3/0 Superline EWG: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Wacky Rigged- Gamakatsu 1/0 Finesse Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

SHAKY HEAD... 

Bait- Netbait T-Mac: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Bama Bug, Junebug, Green Pumpkin

Hook- Dirty Jigs Canterbury: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'2" Medium: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

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

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

BUDGET WORMING COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'1" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

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

Line- Suline Super FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET SPINNERBAIT/FLUKE COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line- Sunline FC 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... 

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Bass Fishing Gear Review! The Hottest New Baits, Hooks, And Gear!

The best of the best! After experimenting with all the new baits and gear to hit the market this Spring, these are our favorites! From crankbaits to soft plastics, new rods to bank fishing gear, these gems will make a difference in your fishing this Spring and Summer! 

Gear reviews are some of our favorite videos to make! Our inner tackle junkies come pouring out as we search for the best baits and equipment from all around the fishing industry. In today's video we begin with a science-based approach to scent and end with an amazing crankbait for fishing shallow. Where we go in between is anyone's guess! 

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear shown in the video. We've listed them in the order they appear in the video and included our favorite colors and sizes for each item. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SCENT... 

-American Bait Works "Bait Fuel": https://bit.ly/3Le5h2j

SOFT BAITS...

-Roboworm Sculpin Worm: https://bit.ly/39hyrzL

Colors: Oxblood Light Red Flake, Green Pumpkin Perch

-Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Color: TW Dark Junebug

FISHING LINE... 

-Seaguar Basix: https://bit.ly/38c1HHr

Preferred Sizes: 12 lb, 15 lb

HOOKS... 

-Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Preferred Sizes: 1/0, 3/0

-Owner Haymaker EWG: https://bit.ly/3Muie8j

Preferred Sizes: 3/0, 4/0

TOP SPIN... 

-1st Gen Top Spin: https://bit.ly/39eShvl

Preferred Sizes: 3/16, 1/4 oz

BACKPACK... 

-Aftco Urban Angler Pack: https://bit.ly/3MvvoSN

TACKLE BOX... 

-Spro Terminal Box: https://bit.ly/3L9Y03F

Size: XL

FISHING ROD... 

St. Croix Legend Tournament Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Favorite Models: Big Cranker (7'10" Heavy Mod), Slop N Frog (7'4" Heavy)

TAIL SPINS... 

-Savage Gear Fat Spin: https://bit.ly/3vDlzv6

Colors: Black and Chrome, Clown

-6th Sense Gyro Tail Spinner: https://bit.ly/3xPr6l9

Colors: Shad Burst, Shad Sense, 4K Shad

BLADE BAIT... 

-River2Sea Glassy Vib: https://bit.ly/3MIYCxJ

Colors: Powder, TS Minnow, I Know It

CRANKBAIT... 

-Jackall Mushbob 50 SR: https://bit.ly/3KhBcOk

Colors: Half Mirror Wakasagi, Holo Scale Gill, Red Black

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... 

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Cheap Baits That Actually Catch Fish!

Want to catch fishing without spending a fortune?! These baits are for you! These baits ACTUALLY WORK and won't break the bank! We scoured our tackle in search of baits that catch the most fish at the best prices! 

A lot of baits are designed to catch fisherman instead of fish and many of them have crazy price tags. Not these! Its not secret that we love high-end fishing gear but there is a huge need for affordable options too. Huge shout out to each of these brands for making an awesome product that every angler can afford!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each as well as a couple great budget friendly rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SWIMBAITS...

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

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad

-Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper: http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Colors: Wakasagi, Haze, Hanahaze

STICK BAITS...

-Big Bite Trick Stick: https://bit.ly/3shcgNK

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Tilapia, Watermelon Red

-Yum Dinger: http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Bama Magic, Elder's Magic

SOFT BAITS...

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

Colors: Smokin Shad, Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin Blk Flk

JIGS... 

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

Colors: Brown Orange, Brown Green Pumpkin

JIG TRAILER... 

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

Colors: Alabama Craw, Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

HARD BAITS... 

-Strike King 1.5 Squarebill: https://bit.ly/3xLv526

Colors: Natural Shad, Sexy Ghost Minnow, Summer Sexy Shad

-Cotton Cordell Super Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210

Colors: Chrome Blue, Royal Red, Royal Shad

TOPWATER... 

-Scum Frog Launch Frog: https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

Colors: Bluegill, Shad, Leopard

-Storm Chug Bug: https://bit.ly/3JYOZsV

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Shad

-Lucky Craft 117 GunFish: https://bit.ly/3vy7Pln

Colors: Bone Shad, BP Golden Shiner

HEADS AND HOOKS... 

-VMC Hybrid Swimbait Head (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3OshD9c

-Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shaky (3/16 oz): http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

-Gamakatsu Superline EWG (3/0): http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

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

BUDGET ALL-AROUND CASTING COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

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

BUDGET FINESSE SPINNING COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Sedono 2500: http://bit.ly/2wgh50Z

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

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'2" Medium: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

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

Line- Sunline 12 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