Where Bass Go After The Spawn ( And How To Catch Them )
As bass finish spawning in Late Spring, most anglers lose track of them. The fish immediately begin a transition, with some pushing shallow and others moving to open water. This shift marks the beginning of one of the most predictable times of year, and fish catching becomes easy! If this transition has confused you, we're here to help!
How you choose to target these fish depends on your preference between deep and shallow water fishing, as well as your preference surrounding modern electronics. You can target fish around visible cover all the way into Summer, or you can focus on offshore, main lake fish. The baits will vary dramatically based on the group you choose to pursue.
Below you'll find links to all the baits Matt discussed in the video. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've also included some great budget–friendly rod and reel combos to help you fish these baits effectively.
TACTICALBASSIN MERCH…
•TacticalBassin Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z
•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
SHAD SPAWN BAITS
SPINNERBAIT/CHATTERBAIT...
•ZMan Elite Evo 1/2 oz: https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y
Colors: Electric Shad
•Hog Farmer 4.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7
Colors: Electric Shad
•Megabass SV–3 Spinnerbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0
Colors: Hasu, Wakasagi
UNDERSPINS...
•Xzone 4.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad
•Dirty Jigs Tactical Underspin Series: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf
Favorite Size: 1/2 oz, 4/0 Hook
•BKK Titan Diver Hook: https://bit.ly/3kzagCo
Size: 4/0 Hook
SOFT JERKBAIT...
•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo
Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl
•BKK Armorpoint Offset HD Hook: https://bit.ly/4lcHa6U
Size: 3/0 – 4/0
TOPWATER...
•Nomad Chug Norris: https://bit.ly/3wn1zRJ
Colors: Holo Ghost Shad, Natural Shad
•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE
Colors: Spotlight Shad, Bone Python, Juvy Gill
BLUEGILL SPAWN BAITS
SWIMBAIT...
•Savage Gear LT Bluegill: https://bit.ly/3pCRab7
Color: Bluegill, Dark Bluegill
FROG...
•Berkley Swamp Lord: https://bit.ly/3MAFQum
Color: Maverick, MF Bluegill
FFS FOCUSED BAITS
URCHIN BAITS...
•Hideup Coike Full Cast: https://bit.ly/4h0ZcFI
Colors: Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Seed
•Yamamoto Uni: https://bit.ly/4q359Hp
Colors: Baby Bass, Natural Shad
MINNOWS...
•Hog Farmer 6" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI
Colors: Ghost Minnow, Electric Shad
•Rapala Crush City 5.25" Freeloader: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b
Colors: Shad, Gizzard Shad
•MissileBaits 6" Freedom Flyer: https://bit.ly/4qnPvGn
Colors: Electric Shad, Silver Shiner
•Dirty Jigs Tackle Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS
Size: 3/8 oz, 5/0 Hook
OFFSHORE BAITS
CRANKBAITS...
•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX
Colors: Summer Minnow, Metallic Shad
•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr
Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Helsinki Shad
SHAKY WORM...
•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x
Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin Blue
WOBBLE HEAD...
•XZone Adrenaline Craw 4.25: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h
Colors: Junebug, TW Dark Junebug, Tilapia
•Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football Head: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns
Common Sizes: 1/2 oz 4/0 Hook, 3/4 oz 5/0 Hook
BUDGET TOPWATER CASTING COMBO...
Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh
Reel– Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/4pGZ4Az
Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix
WOBBLE HEAD COMBO...
Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU
Reel– Seviin GF (7.3:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ
Line- Seaguar AbrazX Fluorocarbon (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2aaBBDX
BUDGET CHATTERBAIT/SPINNERBAIT COMBO...
Rod– Fenwick HMG 7'5" Medium Heavy X Fast: https://bit.ly/3AyrAiW
Reel– Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/4pGZ4Az
Line– Seaguar Red Label (17 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA
BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...
Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'4" Medium Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/41ntbDB
Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH
Line– Sunline FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
BUDGET 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
WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??
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
