Catching GIANT Bass When Its HOT! (Shallow Water Tricks!)

Jump in the boat with Matt for a wild day of power fishing in the shallows! The fishing is on fire and so are the air temperatures! This is the most intense, most ridiculous day of fishing! Matt did it all wrong, didn't fish clean, had problem after problem, then turned it all around and caught a monster bag of Summer time bass!

These are the days we all hope to have on the water. Days where problems arise, but we overcome them. Fish come off, but we catch more. These are special days! Matt said at the beginning of the video that he was going to lock a frog rod and a flipping stick into his hand all day. He meant it!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We've included exact bait colors, rigging components, as well as the apparel Matt wore to stay comfortable in the heat. 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


TEXAS RIG...

•MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors: Ballistic Bruiser, Green Pumpkin


•Owner Jungle Flippin HD Hook: https://bit.ly/3NZpvzp

Size: 4/0


•VMC Tungsten Flipping Weight: https://bit.ly/3G0WGCg

Size: 3/4 oz


•VMC Sinker Stop (Large): https://bit.ly/38XLQd4


THE JIG...

•Dirty Jigs No Jack Flipping Jig (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Color: The Go To


•MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors:Green Pumpkin


THE FROG...

•Berkley Swamp Lord Frog: https://bit.ly/3MAFQum

Color: Maverick, MF Bluegill


THE APPAREL...

Shirt– Aftco Adapt Performance Hoodie: https://bit.ly/4mF8ZEq

Pants– Aftco All Day Pants: https://bit.ly/3Yqatsz

Gloves– Solago Sun Gloves: https://bit.ly/4c5Hmlq

Mask– Aftco Sun Mask: https://bit.ly/4c5Hod2


MORNING FROG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Champion XP 7'3" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2abq8nl

Model: 736C

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

LIne– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ


AFTERNOOON FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

LIne– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ


FENWICK FLIPPING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'5" Extra Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

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

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


EXPRIDE FLIPPING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'6" Extra Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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


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

GIANT BASS WITHOUT ELECTRONICS!! ( These Overlooked Baits Work All Spring! )

Giant Bass Without Electronics! Come along for an insane day on the water! Matt dials in an incredible bite, catching multiple giant bass on a topwater frog! Enjoy the show, but also listen to the details of his mindset, how he breaks down water, and why he’s making adjustments throughout the day.

Whether you have the nicest boat, motor, and electronics, or you’re walking the bank, you can catch big bass! It’s all about the mindset you come into it with, and how much adapting you’re willing to do. Matt covered miles of shoreline with a frog, and it was worth it! Also make note of that Bomba. That unique presentation is a great way to get bit when nothing else is working!

Below you’ll find links to all the baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We’ve included the exact colors for the baits, as well as Matt’s rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


THE FROGS…

•Spro Bronzeye 65 Frog: https://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Color: Navy Seal


•Spro Bronzeye 70 Poppin Frog: https://bit.ly/3iVW03I

Color: Navy Seal


THE GRAVITY BAIT…

•MissileBaits Bomba: https://bit.ly/44bZRNZ

Color: Super Bug

•Gamakatsu Wide Gap Superline Hook: https://bit.ly/3AmFDnK

Size: 3/0


FROG COMBO…

Rod– Shimano Expride 7’3” Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ


BOMBA COMBO…

Rod– Dobyns Champion Extreme HP 7’4” Heavy: https://bit.ly/2ab2kRX

Model: 744

Reel– Shimano Metanium MLG (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


BUDGET FROG COMBO…

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7’5” Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b


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

The Summer Struggle Is Real! Bass Fishing Tricks For Tough Conditions!!

We're facing challenging conditions on the water today, but we're going to overcome and catch fish! Come along and see how Tim adapts to fluctuating water levels, changes in current, and the mindset that goes into adapting on the water. If bass fishing was always easy we'd never learn to adapt, but sometimes you need to understand nuances to get bit. Here are those subtle details!

Tim starts off strong, fishing grass edges and shallow vegetation. As the fishing gets tougher he moves to hard structure and moving water. Listen closely as he explains how he's positioning, what the fish are doing, and the subtle changes that help him catch fish.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used throughout the day. We've included the exact colors, hooks, and any relevant details. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


SOFT JERKBAIT...

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

Color: Electric Shad


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

Size: 4/0


TOPWATER...

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

Color: Glitter Bone


FROG...

•Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill


STROLLING BAIT...

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

Color: Shad


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

Size: 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook


SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'1" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG–X: https://bit.ly/4dv7WT0

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

Leader– Seaguar InvizX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y


FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ


TOPWATER COMBO...

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

Model: 7' Medium Regular

Reel– Daiwa Steez SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb

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

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


STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Super FC (10 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 hats and hoodies! It's all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...

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

Fall Transition Bass Fishing On Lake Chickamauga

Come along for a day on the water! Tim is on Lake Chickamauga for the first time in a few weeks and the Fall transition is in full swing! Cooler nights have brought falling water temperatures. Add the lake level dropping in anticipation of Fall/Winter and the bass are really on the move!

Tim's plan is to target active fish and he's hoping to find frog fish as main lake grass begins to be exposed by the dropping water levels. It doesn't take long for him to start catching fish! Come along for a fun day on the water as he puts the pieces together and starts catching fish.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear he threw throughout the day. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of the items.


BLADE BAIT...

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

Color: Black Holo


FROGS...

•Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill


•Jackall Kaera S2 Beat: https://bit.ly/3q6aAvF

Colors: White


•Jackall Kaera: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: Glitter Hasu


•Teckel Honker: https://bit.ly/2Xj7Ye4

Colors: Bluegill, Grey Camp


CRANKBAIT...

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

Color: American Shad


UNDERSPIN...

•Tactical Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 3/16 oz


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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'3" XH: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ


FINESSE CASTING COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BUDGET FRIENDLY FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 7'2" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b


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