Where Bass Go When Its Really Hot! (And How To Catch Them)

Come along for a HOT day on the water and watch Tim prove that you can still power fish in the heat! Step one when it gets hot is to decide if you want to target shallow or deep fish. Today, Tim focused on the shallow bite. He used a handful of reaction baits (Karashi and Topwater) to target fish that were hidden in shade lines.

Summer heat is uncomfortable, but the fishing can be amazing! Watch how Tim instantly eliminates 99% of the lake and focuses solely on shallow shade. This is because the shallow bass are forced into these locations, making them vulnerable to his power fishing approach. He switches back and forth between a Karashi, Jowler, and Giant Dog X, before finally turning to the free rig.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim used throughout the day. We've also included the combos he used to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

KARASHI...

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

Colors: See–Through Shad, HT Ito Wakasagi KS

GIANT DOG X...

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

Chrome Color: Spot Light Shad

JOWLER...

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

Colors: Pure Chrome

FREE RIG...

•XZone Adrenaline Craw Jr (3.5"): https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Color: Green Pumpkin Blk Flake

•Owner Covershot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2/0

•VMC Tungsten BET Weight: https://bit.ly/4gFECei

Size: 1/4 oz

KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

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

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

FREE RIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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

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

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

5 NEW COLOR COLLABORATIONS WITH MEGABASS!! KARASHI AND GIANT DOG X!

We're so excited to announce our new color collaborations with Megabass!! We were given the opportunity to influence colors on two of bass fishing's hottest baits, and you know we couldn't pass that up! We're thrilled to show you three new colors of KARASHI, and three new colors of GIANT DOG X that we had a hand in designing! Let's check them out!

The Megabass Karashi is one of, if not the fastest growing trend in bass fishing today. This small bait triggers a feed response in bass unlike any other lure we've found. When we were asked if there were any colors that should be added to the existing line up, we instantly knew what was needed. We're thrilled to introduce "See–Through Shad", "Glitz Shad", and "Juvy Gill". Each of these colors will shine in different conditions, and we can't wait to see the fish they produce for you!

The Megabass Giant Dog X was first introduced to the world in the late 1990's. It saw immediate fame, before slowly fading into the shadows, in favor of larger, louder offerings. Over the past few years, as fishing pressure has increased nationally, this bait has seen an incredible resurgence! Its subtle, natural presentation has recaptured national attention, and is consistently producing trophy fish catches around the country. We're thrilled to have a hand in the development of "Spotlight Shad", "Bone Python", and "Juvy Gill", as new additions to this already amazing line up!

Below you'll find links to all the baits, available now on Tackle Warehouse. We've also included related videos to teach you how to fish both baits effectively.

KARASHI...

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

Ghost Color: See–Through Shad

Solid Color: Glitz Shad

Bluegill Color: Juvy Gill

GIANT DOG X...

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

Chrome Color: Spot Light Shad

Bone Color: Bone Python

Bluegill Color: Juvy Gill

RELATED VIDEOS...

•Megabass Karashi – This Bait Could Take Over Bass Fishing!: https://youtu.be/R4oTU0CmJ-8

•Don't Miss These 5 Overlooked Topwater Baits!: https://youtu.be/2fTVGa2JsNw

•This Bait Changed My Fishing Forever!: https://youtu.be/MXTcsUxh_1E

HIGH END TOPWATER COMBO...

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

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

HIGH END KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Pop X Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

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

**SEE RELATED VIDEOS FOR MID PRICED AND BUDGET COMBO RECOMMENDATIONS**

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

Easy Baits For Fishing Small Lakes And Ponds Ft. Jesse Kroetch (Tactical Family)

Jump in the boat with Tactical Family member, Jesse Kroetch, for a fun day of fishing! He's exploring several small lakes in the Pacific Northwest and we get to tag along for the ride! He's got great tips about how to fish these smaller bodies of water, and catches a ton of fish along the way!

After visiting the South and fishing with the Tactical crew, Jesse realized just how different the timing is in the PNW versus the rest of the country. To get ahead of the cold water and enjoy some different patterns, he turns to small lakes that warm up quicker. Watch how he employs a chatterbait, a Karashi, and a jig, to catch nearly every fish in the lake!

Below you'll find links to both the baits he was fishing, and the rod and reel combos he used to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE CHATTERBAIT...

•ZMan Evo Elite Chatterbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Color: Bama Craw

•Hog Farmer 4.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Green Pumpkin Magic

THE KARASHI...

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

Color: Wagin Oikawa KS

THE JIG...

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

Color: Brown Craw

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

Color: California Love

CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

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

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

KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'8" Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

JIG COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7'3" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/4jR2cHm

Reel– Shimano Chronarch MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2n8DghB

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

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

These Unique Baits Catch Fish All Spring!

Come along with Tim for a day of bass fishing! Tim is fishing the Tennessee River for the first time in a while, and has to build a pattern as he goes! Watch how he starts with the big bait, then drops down to a midsize, and ends with finesse. He utilizes key confidence baits to get bit throughout the day, and you'll be surprised which bait catches the big ones!

The key to Spring bass fishing is being willing to adapt. With everything from a Karashi to a Magdraft on deck, Tim is ready to adjust to the conditions. Pay close attention to not only what he caught fish on, but what he was prepared to switch to, as this paints a clear picture of Tim's Spring confidence baits.

Below you'll find links to all the baits discussed in the video. We've included the exact colors he was using, along with the rod and reel combos he used to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

BIG SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass 8" Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Color: White Back Shad

•Baitsanity Chimera Shad: https://bit.ly/44XiYvW

Color: Gizzard Shad

•Spro Chad Shad: https://bit.ly/3AqivoQ

Color: Bone

CHATTERBAIT...

Bait– Jack Hammer Chatterbait (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

Trailer– Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 4.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Ghost Minnow

UNDERSPIN...

•Xzone 4.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Tennessee Shad

•Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 5/0, 1/4 oz

KARASHI...

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

Color: HT Ito Wakasagi KS

BIG SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Victory SB Ranger: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

Model: 7'10" Heavy Fast

Reel– Shimano Tranx 300: https://bit.ly/40QzQ7b

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (80 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Tunageat (30 lb): https://bit.ly/47MCfkR

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 754: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7'5" Heavy

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 150: https://bit.ly/33X5Zfr

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (6 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– 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