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

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

Lipless Crankbait Tricks You Need To Try!! ( Stop Losing Fish! )

Lipless Cranks are amazing!! Today we're showing you all the tricks you need to know! These crankbaits 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 along the bottom. With so many ways to fish them its easy to get lost, but not after today!

The lipless is one of our favorite bass fishing techniques. It shines in the Spring and Fall but can catch fish any time of year. Our two main methods are hopping the baits on bottom (what we're doing today) 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, the rods and reels we use to fish them effectively, and the components we upgrade to keep our fish hooked. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BAITS...

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

Sizes: 60 and 70

Today's Colors: SS Shad, SG Threadfin, Blueback Chrome

•Nomad Swimtrex Max: https://bit.ly/3SjrDWD

Size: 1/2 oz

Today's Color: Threadfin Shad

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

Colors: Ghost Minnow, American Shad

•Bill Lewis Rat–L–Trap: https://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Summer Sexy Shad

HOOK UPGRADES BY BAIT...

Split Rings– Owner Hyperwire (Size 3): https://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

•TN 70/LV500 Hooks– Gamakatsu EWG (Size 4): https://bit.ly/2DCOlmV

•TN 60 Hooks– Owner ST–35 (Size 6): https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

•Swimtrex Max Hook– BKK Spear EWG (Size 6): https://bit.ly/3PiUjM7

TIM'S LIPLESS COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae97J9

MATT'S 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- Shimano SLX A 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

Line- Sunline FC 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://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

Speed Cranking Tricks For Fall And Winter Bass!

This is the future of crankbait fishing! Don't miss the boat! Speed cranking is completely changing how anglers fish in the Fall and Winter! We used to think of the cold water months as slow periods but not anymore. Grab a speed crank, a high speed reel, and burn up that cold water! Let's go!!

The concept of triggering a feed response in a bass is not new, but the reality of being able to do it in the coldest water temperatures of the year is amazing! Winter fishing is a lot more fun when you're burning a bait instead of finesse fishing. Not only will this method of fishing catch bass all Winter, it is capable of catching the biggest bass in the lake!

Below you'll find a breakdown of the exact baits, colors, hooks, and equipment we use to fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

DEEP DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•R2S Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Golden Ghost Minnow, True Shad, Green pumpkin Craw

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

Colors: MB Gizzard, Sexy Ayu, PM Kisyu Ayu

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

Colors: Ito Wakasagi, MB Gizzard, Tora Zari

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

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Morning Dawn, Green Smelt

FLAT SIDED BAITS...

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

Colors: Live River Shad, Red Crawdad

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

Colors: Blood Craw, Chrome Olive, Spooky Shad

•Shimano Macbeth Flat: https://bit.ly/3QNYS1g

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad

HOOK AND SPLIT RING UPGRADES...

•Owner ST–35 Treble: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

•Gamakatsu EWG Treble: https://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

•BKK Spear EWG 71 SS: https://bit.ly/3PiUjM7

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

Size: 2 or 3

STOCK HOOK SIZE BY BAIT...

Size 2: Tactical DD 75, Deep Six, G87 20A

Size 3: OG Slim 6

Size 4: Deep X 300

Size 6: Macbeth Flat, Little John

PLIERS...

•Split Ring Pliers – Texas Tackle: https://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0

Size: Executive

•Tuning Pliers – Rapala Mag Spring Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu

Size: 6"

CRANKBAIT LINES...

Braid– Power Pro Maxcuatro: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Fluorocarbon – Sunline Crank FC: https://bit.ly/3fohguC

Tinted Fluorocarbon – Daiwa Hidden: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

FAVORITE SPEED CRANKING 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

FAVORITE FLAT SIDE COMBO...

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

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2 (7:1): https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

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

BUDGET FRIENDLY CRANKING COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT Glass 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/46t66yR

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT (7:1): https://bit.ly/35hugfH

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

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