Dropshot Tricks For The Early Fall Transition! (On The Water)

Come along for a fun day of bass fishing! Tim is exploring a new lake today and despite catching a few on jerkbaits and swimbaits right away, he quickly finds that dropshot baits are the key to consistent bites. The early Fall transition can be a challenge, so it's no surprise that Tim turned to finesse to catch some beautiful bass while exploring new water.

In between fish catches, Tim shares a handful of key tips about the dropshot bite. Notice how he switches between the weedless dropshot and the nose hooked model. One is for power fishing, the other for finessing fish that don't want to bite. He also uses two completely different styles of bait to coax fish into eating. Again, it's key to notice that Tim was able to catch plenty of fish on other baits, but it wasn't until he locked the dropshot in his hand that the bigger fish made an appearance.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used throughout the day. We've also included the combos he was fishing with, the terminal box, and the glasses that let him easily spot the grass lines below the surface. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

JERKBAIT...

•Shimano Zumverno 95 SP: https://bit.ly/3Gbzrmw

Color: S Hasu

TEXAS RIG DROPSHOT...

Bait– MissileBaits 6" Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Color: Blueback Secret

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

Size: 2/0

Weight– Xzone Tungsten Pencil: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z

Size: 1/4 oz

FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

•Keitech 4" Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Ayu

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

Size: 1/4 oz, 1/0 Hook

NOSE HOOKED DROPSHOT...

Bait– Megabass 3" Hazedong Shad: https://bit.ly/2CIwgzt

Color: Tennessee Shad

Hook– Owner Mosquito Light: https://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Size: 2

Weight– Xzone Tungsten Pencil: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z

Size: 3/16 oz

TIM'S SUNGLASSES...

•Eye Surrender TacticalBassin Sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl

Lense Color: Black/Blue Mirror

TERMINAL BOX...

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

Box Size: XL

JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

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

FINESSE DROPSHOT COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Exsence 2500: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (6 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

TEXAS RIG DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– Abu Garcia Zenon 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/43y32RU

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG–X: https://bit.ly/4dv7WT0

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

Leader– Seaguar JDM Grand Max (15 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

Don't Make These Late Summer Fishing Mistakes!

Mistakes happen, but these three can wreck your fishing! If you want to catch more fish as we enter the Summer to Fall transition, you need to avoid these mistakes at all costs! If you don't want to struggle this Fall, we can show you what to watch out for, and how to turn this into one of your favorite times of year!

Late Summer can be a difficult time to fish. Most anglers react by slowing down and fishing places where they've been successful in the past. While that seems wise on the surface, it's the worst decision you can make! Instead, focus your time on new patterns, covering water, and fishing quickly. To be even more successful, focus your attention on the extremes of lure size by focusing on small presentations or big swimbaits.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits we use this time of year. We've even included some great budget rod and reel combos to help you fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

CHATTERBAIT...

•Zman Evo Elite Mini Max: https://bit.ly/3EahpTT

Color: Electric Shad, Spot Remover

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

Color: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow

SWIM JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Swim Jig: https://bit.ly/43OSFY1

Color: Tactical Shad

•ZMan Minnowz Swimbait: https://bit.ly/4oEsHC6

Colors: Bad Shad, Smokey Shad

UNDERSPINS...

•Dirty Jigs TacticalBassin Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 1/4 oz

•Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 5/0, 1/4 oz

•Xzone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

FROG...

•Jackall Kaera: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: Glitter Hasu, Glitter Gill

JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Colors: Supermatt Brown, The Go To

•Xzone 3.25" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black

GLIDE BAITS...

•Baitsanity Chimera Shad: https://bit.ly/44XiYvW

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Ghost Gizzard Shad

•Spro Chad Shad: https://bit.ly/3AqivoQ

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Gizzard Shad

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sufix Advance (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET MINI UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/3O8zBye

Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Line– Seaguar InvizX (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

BUDGET CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 7'1" Medium Heavy Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Daiwa Aird 80 Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/46up5Mx

Line– Sunline Super FC (16 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET GLIDE BAIT COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick HMG 7'8" Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3AyrAiW

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo SX LP: https://bit.ly/40nsz0i

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Shock (25 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

HUGE NEWS!! TACTICALBASSIN IS EXPANDING!!

Are you ready for even more fishing content?! Here we go!! Tim and Matt have reached out to a handful of talented anglers from the TacticalBassin Family, and invited them to film fishing videos to give you a fresh perspective as you dial in your angling! Today you get to meet Jesse Kroetch!

Matt and Tim aren't changing their video whatsoever, don't worry! The "Tactical Family" videos are IN ADDITION to the videos they're already creating. The guys understand that certain regions around the country break the seasonal norms of bass fishing and have reached out to friends in those areas to create content that will help anglers in those places stay dialed into seasonal changes, patterns, and baits.

If you enjoyed this video, keep an eye out for more Tactical Family videos in the future. And don't forget, the Holiday Buyer's Guide series starts tomorrow! Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear Jesse fished with throughout the day. All the links go to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

JESSE'S GUIDE SERVICE AND SOCIAL ACCOUNTS...

Website– CastCadia Outfitters: https://bit.ly/4hI948X

Instagram– https://bit.ly/3AwwaOZ

Facebook– https://bit.ly/3NWBoGO

HULA GRUB...

•Yamamoto Hula Grub: https://bit.ly/2d7SpgG

Color: Baby Bass

•Gamakatsu Football Jighead: https://bit.ly/2CTXHHt

Size: 1/2 oz

TUBE...

•Great Lakes Finesse Juvy Craw Tube: https://bit.ly/4aCo9UC

Color: Green Pumpkin Float

•Great Lakes Finesse Tube Head: https://bit.ly/41C1W6g

Size: 3/8 oz

ALABAMA RIG...

•Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex Rig: https://bit.ly/3isTio0

Style: Non Bladed

•Matt Allen Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Size: 1/4 oz

•Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

STROLLING...

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

Color: Tennessee Shad

•Deps 5" Sakamata Shad: https://bit.ly/3QMt9yd

Color: Indy Sagi

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

Size: 1/4 oz, 1/0 Hook

JERKBAIT...

•Megabass Vision 110+2: https://bit.ly/2BLQIBA

Color: Mat Shad

ALABAMA RIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline Super Fluorocarbon (20 lb): https://bit.ly/306CJ5Q

STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/2AdvIC1

Reel– Shimano NASCI 3000: https://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line– Daiwa J Braid (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3AwwCNb

Leader– Seaguar Red Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

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

Fall Fishing Tricks To Keep Catching Fish! (Finesse And Reaction)

Come along for a day of Fall fishing! Tim is on the water with bluebird skies and slick calm conditions. He intends to catch them on reaction, but quickly realizes the fish aren't in the mood. Learn as he adapts and puts together a quality limit of fish with a variety of power and finesse presentations.

We all love to power fish in Fall, but some days fish aren't in the mood. When Tim was faced with slick calm conditions, he turned to bait finesse rods and spinning rods to keep catching fish. From a dropshot to a Neko, finesse jig to shakey head, he adapted to changing conditions and kept catching fish. You can do this too!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used throughout the day. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

REACTION BAITS...

•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Color: Mirrored Minnow

•Duo Realis Spinbait 80: https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Color: BK Ayu

•Duo Realis Spin: https://bit.ly/2QKeL9X

Color: Black Smokey Shad

THE JIG...

•Keitech Tungsten Football (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Color: Green Pumpkin Chartreuse

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue

NEKO RIG...

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

Weight– Reins Tungsten Nail: https://bit.ly/3Qvfv3Z

Size: 3/32 oz

Rings– VMC Crossover Ring: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

Size: 7

Hook– Owner Sniper Finesse Weedless: https://bit.ly/2zXirRH

Size: 1

DROPSHOT...

•Xzone Hot Shot Minnow: https://bit.ly/3NgPDXv

Color: 309

•BKK Dropshot Hook: https://bit.ly/41YruKp

Size: 2

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

Size: 3/16 oz

SHAKEY HEAD...

•Yamamoto Sensei Worm: https://bit.ly/3WgAaM5

Color: Dark Green Pumpkin Amber Laminate

•Canterbury Shakey Head: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz

SPYBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Model: 7'2" Medium Light

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

Speed: 8:1

Line– Seaguar InvizX (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

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

JIG COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7'1" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/4eTKfF2

Model: 853C JWR

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC A 70: https://bit.ly/49al91d

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

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