Rig Tricks For Fall And Winter Bass! (There's A Reason Everyone Keeps This Quiet)

This is arguably the most overlooked rig in bass fishing! Tournaments banned them, anglers keep them quiet, but today we're shining a spotlight back on the A-Rig. This is a major part of our cold water fishing, and it should be part of yours too. The Rig's ability to trigger fish into biting is incredible, and if you're not taking advantage of it, someone else is!

Alabama Rigs are an amazing tool to target big, lethargic fish. The way bass react to this schooling presentation is unlike any other lure. The downside of these rigs is how cumbersome they are to cast and retrieve! We've worked hard to develop rigs that are comfortable to fish, durable, and effective.

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

TACTICALBASSIN MERCH...

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

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

TACTICAL BLADED RIGS...

•Hog Farmer Tactical MICRO Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

•Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/38xd1es

•Hog Farmer Tactical 5 Hook Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/429NWTK

TACTICAL NON BLADED RIGS...

•Hog Farmer Tactical MICRO Flex (Non Bladed): https://bit.ly/3Rui7Oc

•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Non Bladed): https://bit.ly/3isTio0

•Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Non Bladed): https://bit.ly/3vhpSez

SWIMBAIT HEADS (Largest To Smallest)...

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

Recommended Size: 1/8 – 3/8 oz

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

Recommended Size: 1/8 – 3/8 oz

•ZMan Trout Eye Finesse Head: https://bit.ly/3C7H1iL

Recommended Size: 1/8 oz

SWIMBAITS FOR MICRO RIG…

•XZone Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Size: 2.75"

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Yamamoto Shibo Swimmer: https://bit.ly/4txT8vy

Size: 2.7"

Color: Natural Shad, Sexy Shad, Tennessee Shad

SWIMBAITS FOR MINI AND FLEX RIG...

•XZone Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Size: 3.5 - 4.75”

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sexy Shad

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

Sizes: 3.8" - 4.8"

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Size: 3.5" – 4.5"

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Tennessee Shad

•Keitech Pro Packs: https://bit.ly/418wxdb

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

DUMMY BAITS (Non Hooked)…

•Damiki Armor Shad: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Size: 3”

Colors: American Shad, Pure Gill

•Yamamoto Shibo Swimmer: https://bit.ly/4txT8vy

Size: 2.7"

Color: Natural Shad, Sexy Shad, Tennessee Shad

•MissileBaits ShockWave Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3Y72VKC

Colors: Fishaliscious, Frosted Purple

FAVORITE RIG AND SWIMBAIT COMBINATIONS...

Micro – 1/8 oz Zman Trout Eye Finesse / 2.7" Yamamoto Shibo Swimmer

Mini – 1/8 oz Matt Allen Head / 4" Xzone Swammer

Flex/5 Hook – 1/8 oz Screwed Up Head / 4.75" Keitech Fat Swing Impact

RIG STORAGE...

•Rig Rangler: https://bit.ly/3DqKUw2

•Rod Glove XL Sleeve: http://bit.ly/2GFOT9R

•TW Alabama Rig Bag: https://bit.ly/3Z1xAbH

DOBYNS RIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Champion Extreme HP: https://bit.ly/2ab2kRX

Model: 7'8" Heavy, 784

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (24 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

FENWICK COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'8" Med Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo SX VoltIQ: https://bit.ly/493t4Qq

Line– Berkley X9 Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/3Xv5oze

Leader– Berkley Big Game (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3361fGi

BUDGET COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick 735C: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Model: 7'3" Heavy +

Reel– Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/4pGZ4Az

Line- Seaguar Red Label (20 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

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

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

Fall Jerkbait Fishing For Bass! ( Beginner To Advanced Full Seminar )

Jerkbait fishing is one of the best techniques you can learn for bass fishing! Stop making these jerkbait mistakes, and start catching more fish this Fall! Today, Matt is covering jerkbait fishing for beginners, then taking a deep dive into bait concepts, actions, colors, and more! You don't want to miss this!

Matt starts out by covering jerkbait retrieves, then dives into the specifics of bait actions for changing water conditions. He goes on to cover bait color theory, hook details, all before diving into rods, reels, and even subtle line tricks. From standard jerkbaits to bait finesse options, he's covering it all.

Below we've listed everything discussed in the video, including colors, and rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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

RELATED VIDEOS...

•Early Fall Jerkbait Fishing: https://youtu.be/mnmls3qP5-U

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE…

•Megabass Vision 110 (Matte Shad): https://bit.ly/3tw8Cpz

•Duo Realis 100SP (Ghost Minnow): https://bit.ly/45LDkf7

•Megabass Vision 110+1 Jr (Kasumi Ito): https://bit.ly/2LnK389

MID FALL JERKBAITS... (FULL SIZE)

•Duo Realis SP 100: https://bit.ly/45LDkf7

•Duo Realis SP 110: https://bit.ly/4y8SKW2

Natural: Ghost Minnow, Morning Dawn, Wakasagi

Bold: AM Edge, Chartreuse Shad, Neo Pearl

•Shimano World Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

Natural: ST Chiayu, Ghost Ayu

Bold: Chart Silver, Clown

•Rapala Mavrik 110: https://bit.ly/3EEo6Kt

Natural: Ghost Minnow, Matte Shad

Bold: Hot Blue Frost, Ozark Delight

MID FALL JERKBAITS (SMALLER)…

•Jackall Rerange 95: https://bit.ly/3JCi7f6

Natural: Ghost Wakasagi, Blue Pearl Shad

Bold: Secret Shad 2, Matte Pearl White

•Duo Realis 85 SP: https://bit.ly/4xyRU4z

Natural: Ghost Minnow, Prism Smelt

Bold: Neo Pearl

BAIT FINESSE BAITS...

•Duo Realis Rozante 63 SP: https://bit.ly/3EFMLOY

Color: All Bait, Komoche Wakasagi

•Duo Realis Rozante 63MR: https://bit.ly/45UaNDb

Color: Morning Mist, Prism Clown

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Color: ITO Tennessee Shad, Elegy Bone

VISION JERKBAITS...

•Megabass Vision 110: https://bit.ly/3tw8Cpz

Natural: Mat Shad, Killer Kawaguchi,

Bold: Elegy Bone, Western Clown, Mat Skeleton Shad

•Megabass Vision 110+1: https://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Natural: Mat Shad, Kasumi Ito

Bold: Elegy Bone, French Pearl

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

Natural: Mat Shad, MB Gizzard

Bold: Elegy Bone, French Pearl

VISION JR JERKBAITS...

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr: https://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

Natural: Mat Shad, Tennessee Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone, Table Rock SP

•Megabass Vision 110+1 Jr: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Natural: Mat Shad, Kasumi Ito

Bold: Mat Pro Blue Chart, MG Western Clown

•Megabass Vision 110+2 Jr: https://bit.ly/4cZ29q7

Natural: Mat Shad, Tennessee Shad 2

Bold: TLC, Elegy Bone

MEGABASS VISION HOOK UPGRADES...

Split Ring Replacement– Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

110 Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble (Size 5): http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

110 Junior Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu 1X Black (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp

DUO REALIS HOOK UPGRADES…

Split Ring Replacement– Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 1– 3): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

SP Jerkbait Hook Upgrade: https://bit.ly/4637glA

100/110SP – Size #5

85SP – Size #6

Rozante Hook Upgrade: https://bit.ly/2cWpeyw

63SP, 63MR, 57MR – #10

SHIMANO EXPRIDE COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline SniperFC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MEGABASS P5 DESTROYER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Oneten Stick

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

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

DESTROYER EVOLUZION MEGABASS COMBO…

Rod– Megabass Destroyer Evoluzion: https://bit.ly/4oXDY0A

Model: Oneten Stick Evolution

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

Line– Seaguar Tatsu (10 lb): https://bit.ly/4lN1MBm

BFS COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

BUDGET BFS JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

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

Early Fall Jerkbait Fishing For Bass! ( Tips, Tricks, Colors, and Hook Upgrades )

It's time to fish your jerkbaits again! The early Fall transition is here, and bass are focusing on baitfish. Jerkbaits are a great way to trigger these bass into biting and today we're going to show you how to do it. If you've ever wanted to experience a wide open jerk bait bite like you've heard other anglers talk about, these are the tricks you need to know!

When it comes to jerkbaits, subtle differences are key. Each bait is unique, and understanding their differences will set you up for success on the water. We've broken the baits into 4 key categories today, and show you exactly how and when to select each bait.

Below you'll find links to the baits and equipment Matt discussed in the video. We've included our best "Natural" colors, as well as our best "Bold" colors for each bait. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

•Megabass Vision 110: https://bit.ly/3tw8Cpz

Color: Mat Shad, Mat Tennesse Shad

MEGABASS JERKBAITS...

•Megabass Vision 110 Shallow Runner: https://bit.ly/3VkJBrU

Natural: Kasumi Ito, HT-ITO Tennessee Shad

Bold: Ito Kinari, Elegy Bone 2

•Megabass Vision 110: https://bit.ly/3tw8Cpz

Natural: Mat Shad, Killer Kawaguchi

Bold: Elegy Bone, Western Clown, Mat Skeleton Shad

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr: https://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

Natural: Mat Shad, Tennessee Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone, Table Rock SP

•Megabass Vision 110+1 Jr: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Natural: Mat Shad, Kasumi Ito

Bold: Mat Pro Blue Chart, MG Western Clown

•Megabass Vision 110+2 Jr: https://bit.ly/4cZ29q7

Natural: Mat Shad, Tennessee Shad 2

Bold: TLC, Elegy Bone

AGGRESSIVE JERKBAITS...

•Duo Realis 100SP: https://bit.ly/45LDkf7

Natural: Ghost Minnow, Morning Dawn

Bold: Neo Pearl, AM Edge

•Duo Realis 85SP: https://bit.ly/4xyRU4z

Natural: Ghost Minnow, Prism Smelt

Bold: Neo Pearl

•Jackall Rerange 95: https://bit.ly/3JCi7f6

Natural: Ghost Wakasagi, Blue Pearl Shad

Bold: Secret Shad 2, Matte Pearl White

OVERSIZED JERKBAITS…

•Megabass 110 Max LBO: https://bit.ly/3dfhL9y

Natural: Tennessee Shad, MB Gizzard

Bold: Elegy Bone, French Pearl OB

•Duo Realis 160 SP: https://bit.ly/4g50m4l

Natural: Ghost Minnow, Morning Dawn

Bold: Neo Pearl

BFS JERKBAITS...

•Duo Realis 77SP: https://bit.ly/4qlrAZl

Natural: Prism Gill, Half Mirror Ayu

Bold: Neo Pearl

•Duo Realis Rozante 63 SP: https://bit.ly/3EFMLOY

Natural: Ghost Minnow, All Bait

Bold: Neo Pearl

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Natural: GP Invisible Wakasagi, ITO Tennessee Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone, Hachiro Reaction

•Daiwa TD Minnow 75mm: https://bit.ly/3zfelTX

Natural: Ghost Ayu, Wakasagi

Bold: Bone

•Duo Realis Rozante 63 MR: https://bit.ly/45UaNDb

Natural: Komochi Wakasagi, Morning Mist

Bold: Ghost Chart, Prism Clown

•Duo Realis Rozante 57 MR: https://bit.ly/3YurtNa

Natural: Ghost Wakasagi, Wakasagi

Bold: Chart Gill Halo

MEGABASS VISION 110 HOOK UPGRADES...

Split Ring Replacement– Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

110 Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble (Size 5): http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

110 Junior Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu 1X Black (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp

DUO REALIS HOOK UPGRADES…

Split Ring Replacement– Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 1– 3): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

SP Jerkbait Hook Upgrade: https://bit.ly/4637glA

100SP – Size #5

85SP – Size #6

77SP – Size #8

Rozante Hook Upgrade: https://bit.ly/2cWpeyw

63SP, 63MR, 57MR – #10

JERKBAIT STORAGE BOX...

•Plano EDGE Professional 3700 Thin: https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL

EXPRIDE JERKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline SniperFC 10 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MEGABASS P5 COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Oneten Stick

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

Line– Seaguar InvizX (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

MEGABASS EVOLUZION COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer Evoluzion: https://bit.ly/4oXDY0A

Model: Oneten Stick Evolution

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

Line– Seaguar Tatsu (10 lb): https://bit.ly/4lN1MBm

BFS JERKBAIT COMBO…

Rod– Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse 691: https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

Model: 6’9” Light Fast

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

BUDGET BFS JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

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

If you plan to shop, using these affiliate links before shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won't be able to see a difference but they'll know you're one of us!

Free Rig Fishing For Fall Bass! ( Underwater Footage, Baits, and Rigging Tricks )

The "Free Rig" is an overlooked technique for catching bass in Fall! Have you tried the Free Rig yet? This rig modifies the traditional "Texas Rig" to create bait separation for a more natural fall. Give your bait more freedom, allow for slower falls, and catches a ton of fish this time of year!

If you haven't tried the Free Rig, this is the right time of year to experiment with it. The Free Rig isn't new, but is continuing to gain popularity, especially with newer Urchin baits. This rig shines around hard cover and will produce bites long after bass have become leery of traditional presentations. The benefit of this rig is it allows your bait to fall very slowly, while still keeping great contact with the bottom.

Below you'll find links to Tim's favorite baits for free rigging, along with the gear he uses to fish them effectively. We've also included our favorite colors for each bait to help you get started. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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

URCHIN BAITS...

•Tiemco Harinezume 88MM Elastomer Creature: https://bit.ly/4yX6YL5

Favorite Colors: Dark Mimizu, Loco Beetle, Green Pumpkin

•Yamamoto Uni Mas: https://bit.ly/4fC83Pc

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purp Cop, Green Pump, Scuppernong

•Berkley Moeba: https://bit.ly/4wu7i1w

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Watermelon, Bloodshot

•Zman Fuzzy Nuggetz: https://bit.ly/3KFn2Mv

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Goby

BAITFISH PROFILES...

•Berkley 3.5" Flux Gill: https://bit.ly/4deiBV8

Dark Gill, Green Pumpkin

•Megabass Sling Shad: https://bit.ly/41tgaaT

Colors: G Biwahigai, Hasu, Oikawa

•Zman 5" Jerk Shadz: https://bit.ly/3yRocN0

Colors: Electric Shad, Smelt

CREATURE BAITS...

•MissileBaits Baby D Stroyer: https://bit.ly/3248BXL

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Super Bug

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Colors: Tilapia, Black Blue/Green Pumpkin

CRAW BAITS...

•XZone Adrenaline Craw Jr (3.5"): https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blk Flake, Tilapia

•Rapala Crush City Bronco Bug (3.25"): https://bit.ly/4aUfkGv

Colors: Black Blue Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

HOOKS BY BAIT STYLE...

Tiemco: Zman ZWG Hook (3/0): https://bit.ly/4qWQlLQ

Urchin: Gamakatsu Weedless Ball Rig (3/0): https://bit.ly/4i2attD

Dice: Owner Sniper Finesse (1/0): https://bit.ly/2kfdv37

Creatures: Owner All Purpose (2/0): https://bit.ly/4qXdQUY

BFS Creature: Owner Rig N Hook (1/0): https://bit.ly/2BnniXN

FREE RIG WEIGHTS...

Lead– Cast Again Tackle Frag Weight: https://bit.ly/4qxAfbm

Sizes: 1/8 – 3/8 oz

Tungsten– Nako Free Rig Weight: https://bit.ly/4xM7p9t

Sizes: 3/16 – 1/2 oz

Tungsten– Nako Skinny Free Weight: https://bit.ly/4zSUu7D

Sizes: 1/8 – 1/2 oz

TIM'S ALL AROUND FREE RIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 6'10" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/47EvHYz

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 70 (7:1): https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

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

Leader– Seaguar JDM Grand Max (12 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

TIM'S FULL SIZE BAIT COMBO...

Rod– Abu Garcia Zenon 7' Medium Heavy 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– Sunline System Shock Fluoro (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

TIM'S SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 7'2" Med (723): https://bit.ly/2KS92gK

Reel– Dobyns Tatula MQ LT 2500: https://bit.ly/3IWhxbv

Line– Seaguar PEX8 Braid (21 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

BUDGET FREE RIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Fury 7' Med Hvy (703): https://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

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

If you plan to do any shopping, using our affiliate links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won't be able to even see a difference but they'll know you're one of us!