Matt's NEW BulletProof Aluminum Boat!! Full Tour + Jet Boat Rigging

Matt's new jet boat made a big splash in recent months and today we're taking a tour! The black boat named "Strawberry" is the culmination of years of planning, preparation, and destroyed boats. The guys have crashed and sunk multiple times and learned valuable lessons along the way. While we tend to focus on the good days at TacticalBassin, the truth is, a lot of the best learning happens while you're bailing water out of a sinking ship!

Matt's new completely custom jet boat was built by Mike Watson of Bulletproof boats. It's built on his famed "Creek Runner" tunnel hull, with a standing center console. Matt spent months thinking through every detail to make this boat as fishable as possible, and Mike brought all of it to life. It's a true work horse, purpose built for running shallow water to target giant fish, far away from crowds.

Below you'll find links to all the gear Matt used to rig this boat. The links will take you directly to  Tackle Warehouse, where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've also included links to Mike Watson's Facebook page, Hennessey Outdoor Electronics, and Omega boat steps' websites.

TACTICALBASSIN MERCH…

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

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

MIKE WATSON'S CONTACT INFORMATION...

•Mike Watson's Facebook Page: https://bit.ly/4cmZM1f

•Mike Watson's Cell Number: (423) 292-8102

Boat Model: Creek Runner

OMEGA BOAT STEPS...

•Omega Boat Step Website: https://bit.ly/4c5ixoP

Matt's Steps: Dual Step + Extra Step

HENNESSEY OUTDOORS RIGGING...

•Hennessey Outdoor Electronics Website: https://bit.ly/3kX87kA

Matt's Components...

•Hennessey Harness

•Ulta Mat

•Trolling Motor Sock

•HOE Single Bow Mount

ELECTRONICS AND RIGGING...

•Humminbird Xplore 10 Fish Finder: https://bit.ly/3Qi4R2f

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

•Minn Kota Ultrex Quest Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

•Minn Kota 8' Talons: https://bit.ly/2F0QBSP

•Minn Kota Talon Quick Disconnects: https://bit.ly/4c2eg5v

•TH Marine Rod Tamers: https://bit.ly/2ox8BOm

BATTERIES AND JUMPER PACK...

•Pro Guide Lithium Batteries: https://bit.ly/4drktua

•Pro Guide Lithium Battery Chargers: https://bit.ly/4sg7wae

Matt's Batteries: 12V 235 AH, 36V 75AH

Matt's Charger: PGC-1236

•Noco Boost Plus Jumper Pack: https://bit.ly/3xVnaOD

TACKLE AND GEAR...

•Big Drip Magnum Loadstone Magnet: https://bit.ly/3YM2oPE

•BKK OCD Fully Loaded Terminal Box: https://bit.ly/46ph2OI

•Plano Edge 3600 Box: https://bit.ly/2YBaWYX

•Plano Edge 3700 Box: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR

•Rod Glove Rod Sleeves: https://bit.ly/2GFOT9R

•Mustang Elite 190 Life Jackets: https://bit.ly/3Ql4MLa

TOOLS...

•Rapala Mag Spring Plier: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu

•Cuda Carbon Steel Hook Cutter: Source Locally

•Nomad Designs Hydra X 11" Plier: Source Locally

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

Winter Swimbait Tricks And Jerkbait Fishing! (Tin Boat Fishing On The TVA)

Jump in Matt's new jet boat and come along for a day of fishing! We're exploring new water and catching a pile of fish along the way! Matt kicks it off with some BIG swimbait fish and rounds out the day with jerkbaits and Alabama Rigs. Pay attention to the details as he explains what he's targeting and how he uses each bait to get fish to react.

Winter bass fishing is an amazing experience. The lake is peaceful, the fish are big, and you just never know when you might find a cave! 😂 It's not always about fast boats and expensive baits... today we used an Aluminum boat, some affordable baits, and caught some great fish!

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

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

SWIMBAITS…

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

Color: Chrome Gizzard

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

Color: White Back Shad

JERKBAIT…

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

Color: GG Illusion Tennessee Shad

Vision 110 Hook Upgrade– Redline Finesse Treble: https://bit.ly/3lZsDkT

Size: 5

•Megabass Vision 110+1 Jr: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Color: Kasumi Ito

ALABAMA RIG...

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex Rig: https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

Heads– Dirty Jigs Tactical Screwed Up Heads (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3U5RsIx

Baits– Keitech 4" Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Electric Shad

Dummy Baits– Keitech 3.5" Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Electric Shad

CHOP BLOCK COMBO…

Rod– Fenwick Elite 7'8" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3MyC6tb

Reel– Abu Garcia Beast 200 (7.5:1): https://bit.ly/3VJM3Zp

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

Leader – Seaguar Gold Label (30 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

VISION 110 JR COMBO…

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

Model: Oneten Stick Evolution

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

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

VISION 110 JERKBAIT COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line– Sunline Super FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

ALABAMA RIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Champion XP 764C: https://bit.ly/2abq8nl

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 150: https://bit.ly/3yiO3zJ

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

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

No Electronics Needed! Old School Bass Fishing!

Come along as we go bass fishing in an aluminum boat with no electronics! Forget all the hype, let's prove you can still catch fish without all the bells and whistles! Jigs, crankbaits, and blade baits are all on the menu today and despite rain and snow, we catch a bunch of fish!

Modern electronics are incredibly useful tools, but they're not a requirement for a fun day on the water. Listen closely as Matt explains his decision making throughout the day, the clues he uses to locate fish, and how he builds a pattern. Even as conditions go from bad to worse, he's able to adapt, and keep catching fishing.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt used through the day. We've also included the rod and reel combos he landed his fish with. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE JIG...

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

Color: Hematoma

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

Color: Black Blue Flake

THE BLADE BAIT...

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

Color: Holo Mossback

•Owner Hyperwire Split Rings: https://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Sizes: 2 (hooks), 3 (Line Tie)

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

Size: 6

JERKBAIT...

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr: https://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

Color: French Pearl

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

•Jackall TN 70 Lipless: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Color: RT Escape Craw

CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala OG Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Color: Classic Craw

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

Color: Live River Shad

JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

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

BLADE BAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 832 Sunrise Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

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

JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line– Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

CRANKBAIT COMBO...

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

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 70: https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

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 apparel and merch! See it here…

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

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

Jon Boat Fishing Chaos! Swimbaits And Topwater Between Storms!

Tornado warnings! Severe thunder storms! Extreme winds! White Water Rapids! Its just another day of adventuring in the Tin rig! Come along as we take the jet boat up skinny river rapids in search of Spotted Bass, dodge lightning on the open water for largemouth, and catch a ton of bass on swimbaits and topwater! 

Post spawn bass fishing can be a blast! We kept it incredibly simple today with just a few baits in the boat. When you only have a few selections, its amazing how you can stick to the plan and catch fish no matter what the weather throws your way! We were able to put together an amazing swimbait bite and catch a bunch of nice topwater fish to boot!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear we used throughout the day. We've included the exact sizes and color for each bait to really help you dial in your personal gear. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

FLUKE... 

Bait- Zoom Super Fluke Jr: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Color: Albino

Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

SENKO... 

Bait- Yamamoto 5" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Green Pumpkin with Red Flake:

Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

TOPWATER... 

-Megabass Giant Dog X: http://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Color: Wagin Hasu 2

-Lucky Craft Gunfish 117: https://bit.ly/3vy7Pln

Color: Bone Shad

-Whopper Plopper 90: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Color: Loon 

SWIMBAIT... 

-Megabass 6" Magdraft: http://bit.ly/2CANTU7

Color: White Back Shad

MATT'S FLUKE/SENKO COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Reel- Shimano Stella 2500: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Line- Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- Sunline Super FC 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TIM'S SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line- Sunline Super FC 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MATT'S TOPWATER COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BUDGET ALL-AROUND COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7' Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line- Sunline FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR?  

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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