Speed Cranking For Bass: Everything You Need to Know! (Fall And Winter Crankbait Fishing)

Today we're diving into the world of "Speed Cranking" with deep diving crankbaits for Fall and Winter bass! 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 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 through February, even in the coldest water temperatures. You no longer have to slow fish with finesse baits in Fall and Winter, it's time to power fish your way to a new personal best!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt 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.


THE MAIN BAITS...

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

Colors: Ito Wakasagi, MB Gizzard, Mat Shad


•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow, Ghost Minnow


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

Colors: Mat Shad, MB Gizzard, PM Kisyu Ayu


ADDITIONAL BAITS...

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Natural Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Live River Shad


•Rapala DT 10: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Natural Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Live River Shad


•Spro Rk Crawler 55: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Phantom Green, Ozark Craw, Phantom Watermelon


•Megabass Super Z–3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Colors: Mat Shad, Phantom Green Craw


HOOK AND SPLIT RING UPGRADES...

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

Size: 2 and 3


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

Size 2: Tactical Crank, Deep Six, DT 16

Size 4: Deep X 300, DT 10


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

Size: 6, 4, 2


HIGH END CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX PRO 906 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 M (XG): https://bit.ly/4odTDs7

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


MID PRICED CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tourn 7'2" Med Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: Finesse Carbon Cranker

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

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


BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 7'3" MH Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/3xZbLAy

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

Line– Seaguar Red Label (12 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

Early Prespawn Bass Fishing! Tips, Baits, and BIG Bass!

Come along for an awesome day on the lake with Matt and Adam! Matt is visiting Southern California and the bass here are transitioning ahead of the rest of the country. The prespawn bite is wide open! The guys employ a variety of techniques, with the majority of bass being caught on shallow crankbaits... except for that BIG one!

Prespawn is one of the best times of year to catch bass! They can be caught on a variety of power fishing techniques, as long as you keep pursuing active fish. Adam knows these waters well and it doesn't take long for the duo to start catching quality fish! The main plan was a combination of shallow and mid diving crankbaits, but when the guys went out deep for a few minutes they struck gold with a 7 lber on a strolling bait!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear the duo was using through the day. We've included the exact colors for each bait, details on hooks and jigheads, as well as some of the travel gear Matt employed to fish effectively while traveling across the country.


RECENT VIDEOS FEATURING ADAM HINKLE...

•Adam Hinkle Joins The Tactical Family: https://youtu.be/sy2aVavAUB0

•Packing For A Fishing Trip + Travel Tips: https://youtu.be/RKC9QIIRcKc


SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

•Berkley Frittside 5 HD Crankbait: https://bit.ly/4hcwfXJ

Color: HD Green Craw, HD Blue Craw


•Berkley Frittside 5 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/4gLRM98

Color: Brown Craw


•Bill Lewis ATV 1.5 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj

Colors: Green Gizzard, Rootbeer Craw


MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Spro RkCrawler 55: https://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Color: Phantom Green


•Megabass Super Z–3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Color: Phantom Green Craw


STROLLING BAIT...

•Hog Farmer 5" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Color: Ghost Minnow


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

Size: 1/4 oz


TAIL SPIN...

•Damiki Axe Blade (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2w2uB9t

Color: Black Holo


MATT'S TRAVEL CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Valkyrie World Expedition: https://bit.ly/3J1gchq

Model: 6'8" Medium

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

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


MATT'S TRAVEL STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium heavy: https://bit.ly/414SSrX

Reel– Shimano Stradic FM 2500: https://bit.ly/4hkHxdn

Line– Seaguar PEX8 Braid (22 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


BUDGET FRIENDLY CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'4" Medium Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/41ntbDB

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

Line– Seaguar Red Label (12 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

These Crankbaits Keep Catching Fish From Summer To Fall!

This is crankbait time! Here's what you need to know! Tim is breaking down the best baits for Summer Bass Fishing, as well as the baits that will carry over into Fall. Bass love to ambush their prey, and these baits trigger that feed response, no matter how deep your fish are. From extra deep, to dirt shallow, these are the baits we count on when its HOT outside!

If you're not fishing crankbaits during Summer and early Fall, you're missing some of the easiest fish catches of the year. Bass are targeting baitfish from deep to shallow. Covering water with a crankbait is an easy way to catch them. Focus your attention on baitfish colors and bold reaction colors for the best success.

Below you'll find links to the baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each lure, as well as some great rod and reel combos for fishing these lures effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

•Strike King 6XD: https://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Powder Blue Chart, Sexy Shad


EXTRA DEEP DIVERS...

•Strike King 10XD: https://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Powder Blue Chartreuse


•Azuma Z Boss 22: https://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Colors: Grand Shad, Hot Mess


DEEP DIVING CRANKBAIT...

•Strike King 6XD: https://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Powder Blue Chart, Sexy Shad


•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Citrus Shad, Caribbean Shad, Helsinki Shad


•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Summer Minnow, Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad


MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala DT 10: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Citrus Shad, Caribbean Shad, Helsinki Shad


•Megabass Super Z Z3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Old Z


SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Bruised Citrus Shad, Citrus Shad, Helsinki Shad


•Nomad Atlas 55: https://bit.ly/3UOkjU5

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Chartreuse Blue Back


•Spro Speed Demon: https://bit.ly/3XGWUC2

Colors: Laundry Matte, Old School Shad


•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Real Shad, Mossy Shad


HOOK UPGRADES...

Flat Side– Owner ST-35 Treble: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Tipped Point– Gamakatsu EWG: https://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

Xtra Strong– Owner ST-56: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW


EXTRA DEEP CRANKBAIT COMBO

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 968 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Reel– Shimano Tranx 200 (HG): https://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Line– Seaguar AbrazX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2aaBBDX


TACTICAL DD/MID CRANK 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


FINESSE/SHALLOW CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'2" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: Carbon Cranker

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 100 HL: https://bit.ly/3P1CbGz

Line– Sunline Super FC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BUDGET SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/3P8REVe

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

Line– Sunline FC (12 lb): https://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

Summer Crankbait Tricks (Deep To Shallow) That Will Catch Bass In Your Lake!!

Crankbaits are "the deal" in Summer! They catch a lot of fish, they catch giant fish, and they're easy to use! Today we're showing you the best colors to catch big fish, the best body shapes for your lake, and where to fish these Crankbaits! You don't want to miss this!

When Matt starts off with "this is really simple", you know its going to be a good one! Almost 40 minutes of crankbait knowledge later and you'll have a "simplified" approach to Summer crankbait fishing! The knowledge nuggets Matt let's out about retrieves, color selection, hook design, and equipment are priceless, so pay close attention!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discusses in the video. We've included the guy's favorite colors for each, as well as the gear they use to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

•Strike King 6XD: https://bit.ly/2ery44M

Color: Sexy Shad


BIG DEEP DIVERS…

•Azuma Z Boss 22: https://bit.ly/3J05uHl

Colors: Grand Shad, Hot Mess, Goldie Lox


•Azuma Z Boss 24: https://bit.ly/3oKifPk

Colors: Grand Shad, Hot Mess, Goldie Lox


•Strike King 10XD: https://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

Colors: Powder Blue Back Chart, Sexy Blue Back Herring


•Duel Hardcore BulletCrank: https://bit.ly/3gH0hGB

Colors: Blue Back Chart, Blueback Herring, Sexy Shad


DEEP DIVING CRANKS...

•Strike King 6XD: https://bit.ly/2ery44M

Color: Sexy Shad, Powder Blue Chartreuse


•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Parrot, Citrus Shad, Big Shad


•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad, Summer Minnow


MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Norman Deep Little N: https://bit.ly/2acSLUd

Colors: Chart Blue, Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Shad


•Rapala DT 8: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Parrot, Citrus Shad, Big Shad


•Megabass Super Z3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Old Z, Ito Ayu


SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Bruised Citrus Shad, Citrus Shad, Green Gizzard


•Spro Speed Demon 55: https://bit.ly/3XGWUC2

Colors: Laundry Matte, Old School Shad, Chart Blue


•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Mossy Shad, Real Shad, Ghost Minnow


BFS CRANKBAITS...

•Megabass Super Z1: https://bit.ly/2Y9dkHB

Colors: Mat Craw 2, Wild Craw, Kasumi Ito


•Shimano Macbeth 39 Tiny: https://bit.ly/45Pj3Dd

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad, Sexy Shad


•Damiki BFS 40 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/432XZaY

Colors: Mossy Shad, Olive Flash Shad 


TREBLE/SPLIT RING UPGRADES...

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

Sizes: 4 and 2


•Gamakatsu RED EWG: https://bit.ly/2dmxXK8

Sizes: 4 and 2


•Owner ST–36: https://bit.ly/2cWpeyw

Sizes: 1, 1/0


•Owner ST–35: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Sizes: 2, 1/0


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

Sizes: 3 and 4


BIG CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 968 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Reel– Shimano Tranx 200A HG: https://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Line– Sunline Crank FC 15 lb: https://bit.ly/3fohguC


MID CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'4" MHM: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: Power Glass Cranker

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line– Sunline Crank FC 15 lb: https://bit.ly/3fohguC


BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7' Medium Glass: https://bit.ly/2QADLTq

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 15 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BFS CRANKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Daiwa J Fluoro Hidden (6 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