4 Tricks That Catch Bass Right Now!

September can be great fishing when you know where to look! Jump in the boat with Matt for a fun day on the water. He's targeting bass during the early Fall transition and showing you exactly what it takes to consistently catch fish this time of year.

The morning starts off slow, as Matt catches a few fish around structure, adjacent to grass flats. As the sun gets higher, he dials in a pattern targeting open water bass around baitfish. He stays with those fish, catching them on multiple baits, before they finally shut down and settle along deep water structure. Not done yet, Matt adapts to the conditions, and begins catching those same fish in deeper water, with an urchin. The Fall transition can be complicated, but it can also be very rewarding.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt used throughout the day. We've also included links to the exact rod and reel combos he used to fish these baits effectively. 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

THE MINNOW...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

•Rapala Crush City 4.25 Freeloader: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b

Color: Shad

THE JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin Jig: https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Color: The Go To

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Black

TOPWATER...

•Megabass Dog X Diamante Sonic Slide: https://bit.ly/4c6PIIw

Color: ITO Clear Shad

Subtle– Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Aggressive– Megabass Dog Max: https://bit.ly/4wowh6Z

UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

•Xzone 3" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

FLUTTER SPOON...

•Nichols Lake Fork Flutter Spoon: https://bit.ly/2ICAGKL

Color: Shattered Glass

URCHIN...

•Tiemco Harinezume Eco 88 mm: https://bit.ly/4yX6YL5

Color: Green Pumpkin

•Zman Texas Eye Jighead (3/0): https://bit.ly/45zbxgP

Size: 1/8 oz

ROUND URCHINS...

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

•Yamamoto Uni Max: https://bit.ly/4gW4V3a

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

•Hideup Coike: https://bit.ly/3QyUgwU

URCHIN COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Elite 7'1" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3MyC6tb

Reel– Bates Salty Hundo 100: https://bit.ly/4ueBBcj

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Shock Leader (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Daiwa Kage SV 150: https://bit.ly/3JEBep4

Line– Seaguar Smackdown Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/43KGHQH

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

Model: 843C MBR

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

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

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

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Twin Power FE 3000: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

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

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

SPOON COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend X2 7'3" Med Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3IOSXcJ

Reel– Seviin GX Casting: https://bit.ly/4octPMZ

Line– Daiwa J Braid Grand (50 lb): https://bit.ly/488sttq

Leader– Sunline Saltimate FC (20 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

Early Fall Dock Fishing Tricks You Can't Afford To Miss!

The HOTTEST bite of the Fall is coming, don't miss it! Dock fishing is better right now than any other time of year!  While docks are always a great option, this time of year bass are pouring into the docks and replenishing daily because of changes in surrounding grass. If you're ever going to give it a try, now is the time.

Matt is pouring out the knowledge in today's video. From how bass position under docks, to identifying which docks are worth fishing, to favorite baits for getting fish to bite, this is an information-packed video! If you've tried fishing docks and never seen the kind of success that you head others talk about, now is the time, and this is details that will make the difference.

Below you'll finds to all the baits and gear Matt discussed in the video. We've included some of his favorite rod and reel combos, as well as some great budget–friendly rod and reel combos to help you catch fish. 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

THE JIGS...

Jig– Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To

Trailer– Xzone 4" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black

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

Colors: The Go To, Alabama Craw

Trailer– MissileBaits Mini D Chunk: https://bit.ly/3lGE8gx

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Super Bug

UNI BAITS...

•Uni HD: https://bit.ly/4wTn2vo

•Uni Mas: https://bit.ly/4fC83Pc

•Uni Max: https://bit.ly/4gW4V3a

Favorite Colors: Green Pumpkin, Scuppernong

UNI HD RIGGING...

Hook– Gamakatsu Antenna Hook: https://bit.ly/4x1Ks1J

Size: 1/0

Ring– Owner Hyperwire: https://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 2

Weight– Reins Dropshot: https://bit.ly/4flML9N

Size: 3/16 oz

TIEMCO BAITS/RIGGING...

Bait– Tiemco Harinezumi Elastomer: https://bit.ly/4yX6YL5

Color: Green Pumpkin - 88 MM

Hook– BKK Offset Worm HD: https://bit.ly/4lcHa6U

Size: 3/0

Weight– Tungsten Tie On: https://bit.ly/4x6sQll

Size: 1/4 oz

THE SENKOS...

•Yamamoto Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Favorite Sizes: 5" and 7"

5" Colors: Tactical Shad, Tactical Twilight, SunGill

7" Colors: Baby Bass, Green Pumpkin Blk Flk

SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Sizes: 5" and 6"

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 3/0 – 4/0

THE KARASHI...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: Juvy Gill, Glitz Shad, See Through Shad

•Megabass Karashi 80: https://bit.ly/4lgNFFK

Colors: Kasumi Ito, STP, Mat Shad

MATT'S JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 755: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7'5" Mag Heavy

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Seviin GF Casting (7.3:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

MATT'S BFS KARASHI COMBO...

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

Model: 6'6" Light Slow

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

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

BUDGET KARASHI 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

BUDGET URCHIN COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Reel– Shimano SLX XT 150: https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Power Pro Moss Green (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Seaguar Pounce Fluoro (15 lb): https://bit.ly/4fG9v3f

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 3 Late Summer Fishing Mistakes!

These three mistakes will wreck your fishing as we head into the Fall transition! If you want to catch more fish as Summer comes to an end, 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 first major mistake.

THE 3 MISTAKES

1) Continuing Summer Patterns: This is the worst decision you can make as your patterns begin to slow down. Focus your time on new patterns, in new places, as you search for active fish.

2) Fishing Slowly On Familiar Spots: Its Time To Speed Up and focus your attention on fast moving baits. If a spot isn't producing, move to the next. Keep your eyes peeled for clues that will lead you to an active pattern.

3) Fishing Confidence Baits: Its Time To Fish The Extremes. Focus your attention on smaller profiles, imitating juvenile baitfish to get more bites. Conversely, focus on larger profiles (swimbaits and glide baits) to target bigger bass that are looking for large meal.

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.

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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

CHATTERBAIT...

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

Color: Electric Shad, Bama Bream

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

Color: Electric Shad, TW Sunfish Magic

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

•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

•Berkley Swamp Lord Jr: https://bit.ly/4wT9gZT

Colors: Maverick, MF Bluegill

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...

•Bucca Brand 6" Trick Shad: https://bit.ly/4hFD5Go

Colors: Matte Shad, Threadfintastic

•Berkley 8" Chop Block: https://bit.ly/44MelaG

Colors: Shad, Chrome Gizzard

TOPWATER...

•Rapala PXR Jowler 127: https://bit.ly/3A3HDVs

Colors: Mat Shad, Silver Flitter Shad

•Duo Realis Pencil 110 Silent: https://bit.ly/3TdJIoL

Colors: Chrome Tiger, UV Silver Slash B

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

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 SniperFC (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

BUDGET "DO ALL" COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Reel– Shimano SLX XT 150: https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Power Pro Moss Green (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Seaguar Pounce Fluoro (15 lb): https://bit.ly/4fG9v3f

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

Matt's Two-Bait Trick To Catch Big Bass In Fall!

Matt catches a GIANT BASS while exploring a new lake! Come along for an awesome day of Fall bass fishing! Matt didn't know what to expect as he started the day targeting quality Largemouth, but after making a run to the open water, he discovered an amazing Smallmouth bite as well!

The Fall is an amazing time to be on the water. As temperatures drop, fish begin feeding heavily. During this window, any cast can connect you with the fish of a lifetime. Today, Matt used a combination of a Duo Realis Spinbait 80, and a Megabass Vision 110 Jerkbait, to target big bass.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, gear, and terminal tackle. We've included the exact rods and reels, as well as any upgrades Matt made to the baits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE SENKO...

•Yamamoto 5" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Green Pumpkin Bk Flake

•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 3/0

SOFT JERKBAIT...

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

Color: G Biwahigai

•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 3/0

DARK SLEEPER...

•Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Color: Ghost Shrimp

SPY BAIT...

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

Color: Ghost Wakasagi

JERKBAIT...

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

Color: Mat Tennessee Shad

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

SENKO/SLING SHAD COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'1" Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG–LTX: https://bit.ly/40ltb6s

Line– Seaguar Tatsu Fluoro (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3Cje0Rw

SPY BAIT COMBO...

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

Model: 7'6" Light+

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon LTX 2500: https://bit.ly/46l50Xp

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

JERKBAIT 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

BUDGET JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

Line– Seaguar Red label (10 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