TIM'S NEW PERSONAL BEST SMALLMOUTH BASS! IT'S A GIANT!!!

Tim is about to break his personal best! Let's go!! The conditions are absolutely brutal today with cold temperatures and heavy wind. It doesn't take long for Tim to realize he needs to use every advantage possible. He turns to finesse techniques, uses his Humminbird electronics to locate fish, and slowly dissects likely locations on the lake. What could have been a tough day, changed in an instant!

Tim's message at the end of the video sums it up perfectly, "Keep Grinding It Out. You're just one cast away." This is the time of year when you can catch the biggest bass of your life. It's worth the effort, it's worth battling the elements, you never know when your turn is going to come. Again, today was one of those days where you would normally blank and go home without a fish. It took every ounce of modern electronics and modern techniques to turn these brutal conditions into a truly special day. The fish were grumpy, but Tim was able to make it happen!

Below you'll find links to all the gear Tim used throughout the day. We've included the exact colors and sizes for the baits, Tim's rod and reel combos, as well as the specifics of the electronics he used to locate fish on isolated structure. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

STROLL SHAD...

•Hog Farmer 4" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Color: Green Shad

•Dirty Jigs Tungsten Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/3WCfvSn

Size: 1/4 oz

DROPSHOT...

•Megabass Haze ST: https://bit.ly/4l1S2Tq

Color: Ayu

•Owner Jungle Dropshot: https://bit.ly/4nRKl49

Size: 4

•Xzone Tungsten Dropshot: https://bit.ly/3HgdcMM

Size: 1/4 oz

SPUNK SHAD...

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

Color: Ghost Minnow

•Dirty Jigs Tungsten Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/3WCfvSn

Size: 1/4 oz

ALABAMA RIG...

Rig– Hog Farmer Micro Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

Baits– Keitech 2.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Heads– Dirty Jigs Tungsten Guppy (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/4nfOJtT

ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Mega Live 2: https://bit.ly/40FHMJR

•Humminbird Apex 16 Fish Finder: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/47Cdeee

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/3XrALtj

Model: 6'10" Medium+

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (6 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

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

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

Two Baits Matt Trusts To Catch Bass When Fishing Gets Tough!

Matt is exploring a new lake today and we’re going along for the ride! He catches a ton of beautiful Smallmouth, but not the way he’s anticipating! What starts out as a crisp morning on the water quickly turns into a wind blown mess, thankfully Matt has a backup plan for these conditions. He turned to two key baits to get the bites and in no time, the fish start biting!

We all have confidence baits. Maybe it’s a crankbait that gets bit during a certain week in Spring, or perhaps it’s a senko color that never fails you. For us, when tough conditions arrive in the Fall, the 3” Spark Shad and a Micro Rig, can turn any day around.

Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. From the specific colors of the Spark Shad, to the rod and reel combos that landed the fish, its all included. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SPY BAIT...

•Duo Realis Spinbait 80 (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Color: Ghost Wakasagi

CRANKBAITS...

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

Color: Northern Special

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

Mat Shad

ALABAMA RIG...

Rig– Hog Farmer Bladed Tactical Micro Rig: https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

Heads– ZMan Trout Eye Finesse (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3C7H1iL

Swimbaits– Crush City 3" Mayor: https://bit.ly/43Uhyli

Color: Gizzard Shad

Dummy Baits– Damiki Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Color: PB Silver

SPARK SHAD...

•Megabass 3" Spark Shad: https://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Colors: Real, Baby Bass, Ayu

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

Size: 1/4 oz, 1/0 Hook

Tungsten Head– Dirty Jigs Tungsten Guppy: https://bit.ly/4nfOJtT

Size: 1/4 oz, 1/0 Hook

MICRO RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

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

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

MAIN GUPPY COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Elite 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Reel– Shimano Twin Power 2500: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

Line– Seaguar PEX8 (18 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (8 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

TUNGSTEN GUPPY COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5 Flyssa: https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Model: 7'6" Light+

Reel– Daiwa Luvias ST 2500: https://bit.ly/459jXLv

Line– Sunline Super FC (6 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

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

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

Potential State Record Trout While Bass Fishing!! (Smallmouth Fishing The PNW)

Jump in the boat with Jesse Kroetch as he explores a mountain reservoir! Watch how he locates fish, builds patterns, and catches not only bass, but world class trout as well! Beautiful scenery and aggressive fish makes for an awesome adventure!

Jesse pretty much caught them on every bait he picked up. He caught them on a ned rig, a swimbait, and everywhere in between. But the key to his success was his willingness to keep moving, and his desire to locate above average fish. The next time you're on the water, don't settle for second best, and you might be surprised what happens next!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear he fished throughout his two–day adventure. We've included the exact colors for each bait, along with some of his key rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

STROLLING BAIT...

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

Color: Shad

•Dirty Jigs Tungsten HD Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/3WCfvSn

Size: 1/4 oz

JERKBAITS...

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

Color:  Ghost Minnow

•Rapala PXR Mavrik 110 Deep: https://bit.ly/3DkIy5P

Color: Ghost Minnow

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

Color: Secret Grape

•Megabass Kanata: https://bit.ly/2jG4Q85

Color: Wagin Setsuki Ayu

Ned Rig...

•Great Lakes Finesse Ned Bug: https://bit.ly/3XpxATH

Color: Motor Oil

•Great Lakes Finesse Ned Head: https://bit.ly/4krhkeA

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook

CRANKBAIT...

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

Color: Golden Ghost Minnow

MAGDRAFT SWIMBAIT...

•Megabass 6" Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Color: Albino Pearl Shad

HULA GRUB...

•Yamamoto 4" Hula Grub: https://bit.ly/2d7SpgG

Color: Green Pumpkin Purple And Copper

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

Size: 3/8 oz

STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 802S JWR: https://bit.ly/2A6HH3O

Reel– Shimano Vanford FA 2500HG: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Line– Sunline Almight (13 lb): https://bit.ly/4flJrsg

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

JERKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

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

MAGDRAFT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'6" MH Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Sufix Advance Fluorocarbon (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3pF7HBK

JESSE'S GUIDE SERVICE AND SOCIAL ACCOUNTS...

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

Instagram– https://bit.ly/3AwwaOZ

Facebook– https://bit.ly/3NWBoGO

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 Baits Every Midwest And Northern Angler Should Own! (To Catch Bigger Fish)

Come along for an incredible day fishing on the Great Lakes! Tim is targeting trophy smallmouth with finesse tackle. He catches a ton of fish, catches big ones, its just an all around great day of fishing! Pay close attention to his bait selection, as there are 3 key baits that he relies on to consistently get these fish to bite.

Clear water finesse fishing is all about the subtle details. Notice how Tim adjusts his retrieves, adjusts his baits, and targets specific fish. These tricks are all key to consistently catching the big fish in a school.

Below you'll find links to all the baits Tim used throughout the day. We've also included the rod and reel combos he focused on, as well as specifics on bait color, hooks, etc. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FINESSE TUBE...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3yEr6aj

Colors: Great Lakes Sand, 309

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Tube Jig: https://bit.ly/3WY18YM

Size: 3/16 oz

THE DARK SLEEPER...

•Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Color: Wakasagi

THE SPARK SHAD...

•Megabass 3" Spark Shad: https://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Color: Real, Royal Gill

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

Size: 3/16 oz – 1/4 oz

THE SCALE...

•Bubba Smart Fish Scale: https://bit.ly/43tkx5W

THE TUBE COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 852C JWR: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

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

THE DARK SLEEPER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 JDM "Dark Sleeper": https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

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

SPARK SHAD COMBO #1...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

SPARK SHAD COMBO #2...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Daiwa PX BF 70: https://bit.ly/3y0fWw0

Line– 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

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

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