LIPLESS CRANKBAITS - Everything You Need To Know About Fishing A Trap! (Beginner To Advanced)

Lipless Cranks are awesome! These crankbaits (traps) catch great numbers of fish and they catch giant bass too! They can be hopped, ripped, or steady retrieved in open water, around cover, or right on the bottom. With so many variables, where do you even start?! We're here to help...

The lipless is one of our favorite bass fishing techniques. It shines in the Fall, and again in Spring, but can catch fish any time of year. Our two main methods are hopping the baits on bottom and steady retrieving them in the middle of the water column. The two methods utilize completely different baits and today we're explaining why.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each, as well as links to some of our favorite gear for fishing these baits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

HEAVY BAITS...

•Jackall TN 70: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: SG Threadfin, SS Shad, Super Shad

•Lucky Craft LV 500: https://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Colors: Ghost Minnow, American Shad, Chartreuse Shad

•Nomad Swimtrex Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3SjrDWD

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Threadfin Shad

BURNING BAITS...

•Bill Lewis Rat–L–Trap (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2gm8CjC

Colors: Bleeding Shiner Chrome, Cali Craw, Ghost Minnow

•Bill Lewis Hammer Trap (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3Uk0Ri1

Colors: Green Gizzard, Silverado, Firecraw

BLADE BAITS...

•Damiki Vault (1/4 – 3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Colors: Black Holo, Real Shad, Holo Cyber Purple

•Megabass Dyna Response (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2R7FlvL

Colors: Jukucho Shad, Ito Hiuo, Setsuki Ayu

HOOK/SPLIT RING UPGRADES... (Sizes: 4 – 8)

-Gamakatsu EWG: http://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

-Owner ST-56: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

-Owner STX-45: http://bit.ly/2FNnZwR

-Owner Hyper Wire Split Rings: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 2 or 3

G LOOMIS LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 855C CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

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

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

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

ST. CROIX LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament Carbon Cranker: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

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

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

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

BUDGET LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick 7' MH Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/47alYsM

Reel– Shimano SLX XT (HG): https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Seaguar Red Label (15 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

3 Crankbait Tricks For Summer Bass Fishing!

This is crankbait time! Here's what you need to know! Tim is breaking down the best baits for Summer Bass Fishing, as well as the baits that will carry you into Fall. Bass love to ambush their prey, and these baits trigger that feed response, no matter how deep your fish are positioned. From extra deep, to dirt shallow, these are the baits we count on when it's HOT outside!

If you're not fishing crankbaits during Summer and early Fall, you're missing some of the easiest fish catches of the year. Bass are targeting baitfish from deep to shallow. Covering water with a crankbait is an easy way to catch them. Focus your attention on baitfish colors and use Tim's key "bite triggers" to get more fish to bite.

Below you'll find links to the baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each lure, as well as some great rod and reel combos for fishing these lures effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

DEEP DIVING CRANKBAIT...

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Citrus Shad, Caribbean Shad, Helsinki Shad

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

Colors: Summer Minnow, Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad

•Nomad D Trak 65: https://bit.ly/4a5wAYX

Colors: Chartreuse Blue Back, Sexy Shad, Tennessee Shad

•Strike King 6XD: https://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Powder Blue Chart, Sexy Shad

EXTRA DEEP DIVERS...

•Strike King 10XD: https://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Powder Blue Chartreuse

•Azuma Z Boss 22: https://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Colors: Grand Shad, Hot Mess

MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala DT 10: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Citrus Shad, Caribbean Shad, Helsinki Shad

•Megabass Super Z Z3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Old Z

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Bruised Citrus Shad, Citrus Shad, Helsinki Shad

•Nomad Atlas 55: https://bit.ly/3UOkjU5

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Chartreuse Blue Back

•Spro Speed Demon: https://bit.ly/3XGWUC2

Colors: Laundry Matte, Old School Shad

•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Real Shad, Mossy Shad

HOOK UPGRADES...

Flat Side– Owner ST-35 Treble: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Tipped Point– Gamakatsu EWG: https://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

Extra Strong– Owner ST-56: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

EXTRA DEEP CRANKBAIT COMBO

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 968 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Reel– Shimano Tranx 200 (HG): https://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Line– Seaguar AbrazX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2aaBBDX

TACTICAL DD/MID CRANK COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX PRO 906 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

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

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

FINESSE/SHALLOW CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'2" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: Carbon Cranker

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 100 HL: https://bit.ly/3P1CbGz

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

BUDGET SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/3P8REVe

Reel– Shimano SLX A 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line– Sunline FC (12 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

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

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

Winter Crankbait Fishing (Shallow And Deep) | Full Seminar

Come along for a deep dive into Winter crankbait fishing! Matt begins with a demonstration on retrieves, then switches gears to color selection, bait style by depth, and a deep dive into specific bait designs by application. Anglers in the know, catch a ton of giant bass on crankbaits, you can be one of them!

Winter crankbait fishing is incredibly effective! Speed cranking for Winter bass is far more effective than everyone realizes, even in the coldest water temperature. Once you understand how to create the right action at different depths, this will become one of your key confidence baits. The words "Burn, Burn, Burn, Pause" will forever be in your head as you set the hook on another giant bass!

Below you'll find links to our favorite baits by category, as well as our favorite colors for each of those baits. We've also included our favorite rod and reel combos for each application and price point. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICAL MERCH AND APPAREL...

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

•Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

THE TACTICAL CRANK...

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

Natural Colors: Clearwater Minnow, True Shad, Ghost Minnow

Reflective Colors: Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow, Summer Minnow

Bold Colors: Northern Special, Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad

Tactical DD Hook Upgrade– Owner ST35: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Size: 2

DEEP CRANKS... (Deepest To Shallowest)

•Duo Realis G87 20A: https://bit.ly/2Jh4ktg

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Green Smelt, Morning Dawn

•Megabass Deep Six: https://bit.ly/2A3clKP

Colors: Mat Shad, Ito Wakasagi, MB Gizzard

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

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, Ghost Minnow, True Shad

•Megabass Deep X 300: https://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Colors: Mat Shad, MB Gizzard, Sexy Ayu

•Spro Rock Crawler: https://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Phantom Green, Phantom Watermelon

SUBTLE CRANKS...

•Rapala Shad Rap 5: https://bit.ly/3OMINZB

Colors: Live River Shad, Red Crawdad, Olive Green Craw

•Rapala Shad Rap 7: https://bit.ly/3D5pWGJ

Colors: Live River Shad, Red Crawdad, Blaze

•Megabass IXI Shad: https://bit.ly/4ivhBMQ

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Imae Classic, Ghost Shad

FLAT SIDED CRANKS...

•Rapala OG Slim 6: https://bit.ly/3pV1CLN

Colors: Red Crawdad, Live River Shad

•Rapala OG Slim Tiny 4: https://bit.ly/3A76zGi

Colors: Red Crawdad, Live River Shad

•Spro Little John 50: https://bit.ly/2dDfuqt

Colors: Blood Craw, Fire Craw, Spooky Shad

MAIN CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Line– Sunline Crank FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC

SHALLOW CRANK COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Levante Flat Side Special: https://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 70: https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

BUDGET FRIENDLY COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'4" Medium Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/41ntbDB

Reel– Seviin GF Series (7:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Line– Seaguar Red Label (12 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 Crankbait Fishing For Bass! (Everything You Need To Know)

Today we're taking an In-Depth look at crankbait fishing for bass in Fall! We're covering everything from beginner basics, up to the most advanced details of color, cadence, and fish location. If you want to take your crankbait fishing to the next level this Fall, this video is for you!

Speed cranking involves specialized crankbaits designed to be fished at high rates of speed, to trigger a feed response in bass. It works from September to March, even in the coldest water temperatures. You no longer have to slow fish with finesse baits in Fall and Winter, its time to power fish your way to a new personal best!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim discussed in the video. We've included his favorite models, best colors, as well as hook and hardware upgrades. Additionally we've included links to the rod and reel combos discussed in the video, and any other relevant information. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

IF YOU ONLY NEED A COUPLE...

•Rapala DT 10: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Natural Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Live River Shad

Bold Colors: Citrus Shad, Crystal Craw

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Natural Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Live River Shad

Bold Colors: Citrus Shad, Crystal Craw

SPEED CRANKING BAITS...

•Megabass Deep-X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Colors: Sexy Ayu, PM Kisyu Ayu, Elegy Bone

•Megabass Deep Six: http://bit.ly/2A3clKP

Colors: Ito Wakasagi, MB Gizzard, Tora Zari

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

Natural Colors: Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow, Natural Gill

Bold Colors: Northern Special, Blood Craw, Metallic Shad

ROCK FISHING / MID DIVING CRANKBAIT...

•Spro Rk Crawler 55: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Phantom Green, Ozark Craw, Phantom Watermelon

•Rapala DT 8: https://bit.ly/40JmoBQ

Colors: Citrus Shad, Green Gizzard Shad

•Megabass Super Z Z2: https://bit.ly/3fsxn9G

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Mat Craw 2, Wild Craw

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

•Lucky Craft BDS 1: https://bit.ly/3sKcpPC

Colors: Chartreuse Shad, American Shad, Ghost Minnow

•Spro Baby Fat John 50: http://bit.ly/2V03giW

Colors: Matte Shad, Honey Shad, Nasty Shad

•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Threadfin Flash, Mossy Shad, Real Shad

•Nomad Atlas 55: https://bit.ly/3UOkjU5

Colors: Brown Craw, Threadfin Shad

TERMINAL TACKLE UPGRADES...

•Owner Hyperwire Split Rings: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 3

•Owner ST–56 Treble (3X Power): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Sizes: 2, 4

•Owner ST–35: http://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Size: 2, 1

•BKK Spear EWG: https://bit.ly/3PiUjM7

Size: 6, 4, 2

STORAGE BOXES...

•Medium Crankbait Box: http://bit.ly/2KwA8Kp

•Deep Waterproof Box: http://bit.ly/2xjccls

•Treble Box: Plano Stowaway 3740: https://bit.ly/2fvjcFB

TIM'S FAVORITE CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX PRO 906 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

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

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

G Loomis GCX CRANKBAIT COMBO...

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

Model: 7' Medium Heavy Moderate Fast

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

Leader– Seaguar Red Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

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