BUYER'S GUIDE: HOVER STROLLING AND MID STROLLING!

These are two of the fastest growing trends in bass fishing! While neither is new, both are exploding onto the scene and you should take notice! Today we're exploring the finesse technique known as "hover strolling", along with the power technique known as "mid strolling". Both are effective and after today, you'll understand how to apply them to your fishing.

Hover strolling is a finesse presentation that allows small soft plastics to fall with an irregular gliding and spiraling action. You can also work these baits through the water column with a gentle slack line shaking motion. Mid strolling is very similar but employs heavier jigheads and involves more aggressive shaking to draw a reaction strike from cautious fish.

Below you'll find links to all the gear the guys discussed in the video. We've separated it by category and included our favorite sizes, colors, and equipment where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Casting Reel Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/EHi18PwH4mU

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/g314S4ZyT6g

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/bEXFgo5YaRU

•Jerkbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/o8C9jW4Lxtk

•Crankbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/AELQ1tVC-DI

•Chatterbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tRz6bTRPpxM

•Spinnerbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/WboTfeT6t5Y

•Dropshot Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tm7GqAxVePY

•Jig Fishing Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/lESY9QQngqE

HOVER STROLLING BAITS...

•Yamamoto 4" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Natural Shad, Baby Bass

•Roboworm 4" Sculpin: https://bit.ly/39hyrzL

Colors: Hologram Shad, Oxblood Light Red

•ZMan 4" Jerk Shadz: https://bit.ly/3yRocN0

Colors: Bad Shad, The Deal

•Zoom Super Fluke Jr: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Smokin Shad, Albino

•ZMan TRD BugZ: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, The Deal

HOVER STROLLING HOOKS AND TERMINAL…

•Ryugi Hover Shot Hook: https://bit.ly/3QRk4UJ

Size: 3, 2

•Ryugi Weedless Hover Shot Hook: https://bit.ly/3MUFaR8

Size: 2, 1

•Reins Tungsten Nail: https://bit.ly/3Qvfv3Z

Size: 3/32 - 1/96

•Gambler Hover Hook: https://bit.ly/3QTmjHd

Size: 1/16 - 1/8

•Core Tackle Weedless Hover Rig: https://bit.ly/3sefRSc

Size: 1/32 - 3/32

DAMIKI RIG...

•Damiki Rig Jighead: https://bit.ly/2tg1ajm

Size: 1/8 - 3/8

•Damiki Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2VQ7g6o

Size: 2.5 - 3"

MID STROLLING HEADS...

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Sizes: 1/8 - 1/4 with 1/0, 3/8 with 3/0

•Owner Ultra Darter Head: https://bit.ly/2nvNGxp

Sizes: 3/16 - 1/4 oz

•TacticalBassin Screwed Up Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/3U5RsIx

Sizes: 3/8 oz

MID STROLLING BAITS...

•Yamamoto Scope Shad: https://bit.ly/3MVUjBH

Colors: Natural Shad, Sexy Shad

•Duo Realis 3" Finder Shad: https://bit.ly/47EAYws

Colors: Smoke Silver Purple, Ice Fish

•Hog Farmer 3.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow

•Crush City FreeLoader: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b

Colors: Green Shad, Albino Shad

•Deps Sakamata Shad: https://bit.ly/3QMt9yd

Colors: Electric Shad, Silver Shad, Reservoir Shad

TIM'S HOVER STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 901 SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Stella FK 2500: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Line– Sunline Super FC (5 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

AFFORDABLE HOVER STROLLING COMBO...

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

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

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

MATT'S MID STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa STEEZ AGS 7'6" MLL: https://bit.ly/44wVwFk

Reel– Daiwa Certate LT 2500: https://bit.ly/35Kclij

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

FINESSE MID STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Sustain FJ 3000: https://bit.ly/3BQLlNP

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

BUYER'S GUIDE: JIGS AND JIG TRAILERS!

Today's Buyer's guide is all about jig fishing! These are the best swim jigs, flipping jigs, football jigs and micro jigs we can find! We're covering jigs by application and looking at how head shapes and hook sizes impact the baits. We're also covering our favorite jig trailers for each jig style, as well as the rods we rely on to throw the various jigs.

Jig fishing is a staple bass fishing technique. If you're not comfortable catching bass with jigs you still have room to grow as an angler. Luckily, the technique is actually quite simple and we can narrow it down for you with this guide. You don't need every jigs style. Typically one or two jigs will cover all the situations you'll face on your lake. Once you've chosen those, there will be several viable trailer options, a few key colors, and you're done!

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs and trailers in the order we discussed them in the video. We've included our favorites sizes and colors for each category, as well as the rods we use to fish them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Casting Reel Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/EHi18PwH4mU

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/g314S4ZyT6g

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/bEXFgo5YaRU

•Jerkbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/o8C9jW4Lxtk

•Crankbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/AELQ1tVC-DI

•Chatterbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tRz6bTRPpxM

•Spinnerbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/WboTfeT6t5Y

•Dropshot Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tm7GqAxVePY

SWIM JIGS...

Jig– Dirty Jigs Swim Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Black/Blue

Trailer– Gambler EZ: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Color: Gold Rush, Electric One

Jig– California Swim Jig (3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Crappie

Trailer– River2Sea D Walker 120: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

Color: Shamrock Shad, PB Red

Jig– Dirty Jigs Compact Swim Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/43OSFY1

Color: Tactical Shad, Blue Glimmer, Alabama Bream

Trailer– Storm 3.5 Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad

Jig– Missile Baits Mini Swim Jig (5/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3SdHVOF

Colors: Shad Flash, Bruiser, BrewGill

Trailer– Xzone 3.5 Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, 309

PITCHING JIGS...

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

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitching Jig: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

FLIPPING JIGS...

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

Size: 5/8 oz

Color: Hematoma, Molting Craw, The Go To

•Canterbury Compact Flipping Jig: https://bit.ly/3G939YN

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Hematoma, Magic Craw Swirl, The Go To

FINESSE AND MICRO JIGS...

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

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Supermatt Brown, The Go To

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

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Supermatt Brown, The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

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

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Brown/Purple, Green Pumpkin Blue

DEAD ACTION TRAILER...

•Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: https://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Size: 420

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Tramp Stamp

TRAILERS WITH ACTION...

•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Green Pumpkin Red, Delta Flare

•Xzone 4" Muscle Back Craws: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Color: Green Pumpkin Black, Summer Craw

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

Color: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

FINESSE TRAILERS...

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

Color: Cinnamon blk purp, Green Pump, purp, copper

•ZMan TRD Crawz: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Color: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw

FAVORITE JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Curado 200 M (HG): https://bit.ly/2acRpsK

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (50 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb Shock: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

MICRO JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

LIne– Sufix 832 (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

FINESSE FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 844C MBR (7' Heavy): https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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

BUYER'S GUIDE: DROPSHOT FISHING (Worms, Hooks, And Rods)

Today's Buyers Guide is all about dropshotting fishing! Dropshotting is a core technique that every serious angler should master. Today we're exploring the different worms, rods, and terminal tackle that shine with this technique. We're also throwing in some key tackle tips that will make a huge difference when you're fishing!

Dropshot fishing can be very simple. You suspend a worm above your weight and shake it to draw fish in. But that's just the beginning of this giant category! There are different worm shapes and styles, different hook shapes and wire sizes, and that's before we get into the rods and equipment. As time goes on you'll learn that subtle differences in the baits and hooks make a huge difference in your catch rates. Today the guys are breaking down their favorite baits for different situations and explaining how each one should be rigged.

Below you'll find links to the baits, terminal tackle, and rods we showed throughout the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared and included favorite sizes and colors for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Casting Reel Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/EHi18PwH4mU

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/g314S4ZyT6g

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/bEXFgo5YaRU

•Jerkbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/o8C9jW4Lxtk

•Crankbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/AELQ1tVC-DI

•Chatterbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tRz6bTRPpxM

•Spinnerbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/WboTfeT6t5Y

JDM BAITS...

•GeeCrack Bellows Gill: https://bit.ly/3PUJgbL

Size: 2.8" - 3.8"

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Blue, AJ's Juice

•Reins Bubbling Shaker: https://bit.ly/3OMsKMs

Size: 3.5 - 4"

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Natural Pro Blue

PADDLE TAIL WORMS...

•Netbait Baitfuel Flat Sided Shad: https://bit.ly/3OBN9AW

Size: 3.5, 5.5

Colors: Dark Shad, Green Pumpkin

•Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: https://bit.ly/3xEADuo

Size: 3.5"

Colors: Bully, Smashed Goby, Smoke Black Purple

•Xzone Finesse Slammer: https://bit.ly/2TJt7L8

Size: 3.25"

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Spro Pintail Minnow: https://bit.ly/3ENKErf

Size: 3.75"

Colors: Ozark Craw, Nasty Shad

STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS...

•Missile Baits Mini Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: PB&J Time, Watermelon Violet, Blueback Secret

•Roboworm 6" Straight Tail: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM

Colors: Margarita Mutilator, MMIII, Oxblood Light

DROPSHOT HOOKS...

Light Wire– Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Heavy Wire– Gamakatsu TGW Dropshot (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zGX441

Weedless– Owner Cover Shot (Size 1/0): https://bit.ly/2ISr7bR

Heavy Cover– Owner Cover Shot HD (Size 2/0): https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

TERMINAL BOX...

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

Size: X-Large

DROPSHOT WEIGHTS...

•Xzone Tungsten Skinny Weight: https://bit.ly/40NDHjT

Sizes: 3/16 - 1/4 oz

•Reins Tungsten Tie–On Skinny Weight: https://bit.ly/3trRvVU

Sizes: 3/16 - 3/8 oz

FAVORITE DROPSHOT COMBO...

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

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

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

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

BANG FOR THE BUCK DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10"" ML: https://bit.ly/3AFcaFF

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

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

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

CASTING DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

BUYER'S GUIDE: SPINNERBAITS AND SPINNERBAIT TRAILERS

Today's buyers guide is all about spinnerbaits! We're taking a simplified approach to this giant category and focusing on baits that get bit most often. Size, blade type, color, and trailer are all important factors when choosing the right spinnerbait. Come along as we take a quick dive into some of the best spinnerbaits on the market!

No two spinnerbaits are created equal, There are a plethora of shapes, sizes, and blade configurations that all impact the angle a spinnerbait follows as it passes through the water. Today we're focused on baits that run flat, track true, and fish well when paired to different trailers. These subtle differences are what makes key spinnerbaits stand out from all the others and will help you get bit in more situations.

Below you'll find links to the baits and gear in the order we discussed them. We've included our favorite sizes, weights, and colors for each and all the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of the items.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Casting Reel Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/EHi18PwH4mU

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/g314S4ZyT6g

•Tackle Storage Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/m30hnkoqHBc

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/bEXFgo5YaRU

•Jerkbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/o8C9jW4Lxtk

•Crankbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/AELQ1tVC-DI

•Chatterbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tRz6bTRPpxM

FULL FRAME SPINNERBAITS...

•Nichols Catalyst: https://bit.ly/3QfCSuM

Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow

Color: Gizzard, Bombshell Shad

•Terminator P1 Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3xUsekP

Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow

Color: Nashville Sexy, Green Gizzard

STAND OUT SPINNERBAITS...

•River2Sea Bling: https://bit.ly/2diSwqq

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Abalone Shad, Iced, I Know It

•Damiki TOT Type 1: http://bit.ly/38cxmD6

Size: 3/8 oz Double Willow

Color: Smelt Shad, Sharp Belly

•Nichols Hammered Shattered Glass: https://bit.ly/3udIU7d

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Blue Shad, Green Crystal

•Nichols Pulsator Metal Flake: https://bit.ly/2Sttxpc

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: JT's Chartreuse Shad, Bombshell Bass

FINESSE SPINNERBAITS...

•Megabass SV-3: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

Color: Gill, Hasu, Wakasagi

•Shimano Swagy Double Willow: https://bit.ly/45E03ao

Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

Color: Natural Bait, Tidal Killer

SPINNERBAIT STORAGE...

•Buzbe Fast Flatz (Half Large): https://bit.ly/3Tu2yac

SPINNERBAIT STINGER HOOKS...

•Owner Spinnerbait Trailer Hook: https://bit.ly/2KQXvQm

Size: 2/0 or 3/0

•Gamakatsu G Power Stinger Trailer: https://bit.ly/3jdoaWN

Size: 1 or 1/0

•Hayabusa WRM 929 Trailer Hook: https://bit.ly/417hdei

Size: 1, 1/0

SPINNERBAIT TRAILERS...

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

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

Size: 3" or 3.5"

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad

MID PRICED SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

HIGH END SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 DC (HG): https://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Saltimate (16 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

BUDGET FRIENDLY COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Bass Trigon: https://bit.ly/3wQ93Zn

Model: 7'1" Medium Heavy

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT (HS): https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Sunline FC (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz