Post Spawn Bass Fishing On Lake Chickamauga!

Jump in the boat with Tim for an awesome day on the water! Tim targets fish with swimbaits, chatterbaits, and finesse baits, as conditions change throughout the day. Lake Chickamauga is a vast fishery that is ever-changing. At one end of the lake Tim is faced with clear water and finesse conditions, but at the other end, he power fishes in muddy water for big bass.

Lake Chickamauga is a world renowned lake for good reason. It's packed with bass! However, it's also packed with anglers, as most great fisheries are. As a result, you'll see Tim adapting his techniques throughout the day as he tries to fool these educated bass into biting. It doesn't take long for a successful pattern to emerge and Tim quickly loads the boat with quality bass.

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear Tim used through the day. We've included his exact colors, trailers, as well as the rod and reel combos he used to fish the baits effectively. 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

MAGDRAFT...

•Megabass 6" Magdraft Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Color: Ghost Shad Solid

NEKO RIG...

•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Color: MissileMorning

•Owner Weedless Sniper Finesse Hook: https://bit.ly/2zXirRH

Size: 1/0

•VMC Crossover Ring: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

•Gamakatsu Trigger Nail: https://bit.ly/48EMWtI

Size: 1/16 oz

KARASHI...

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

Color: See Through Shad, HT Ito Wakasagi KS

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

•Zman 4.5" ChatterShad: https://bit.ly/4jPaGOX

Color: The Deal, Electric Shad

MAGDRAFT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Outlier 7'4" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3EuHPiT

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC 70 A: https://bit.ly/49al91d

Line– Sunline Super FC Fluorocarbon (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer Evoluzion 6'6" Light: https://bit.ly/4oXDY0A

Model: Expada

Reel– Daiwa PX BF 70: https://bit.ly/3y0fWw0

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

CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer "Daemos": https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

Model: 7'2" Medium+

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (15 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

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

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4 Common Spring Fishing Mistakes! ( Don't Be This Guy )

We all make mistakes while fishing, and some are worse than others! If you want to catch more fish this Spring you need to avoid these mistakes! Pay attention to what you're doing out there and you'll see an instant change in your bass fishing for the better!

Tim is telling it like it is! We all make mistakes on the water, that's just part bass fishing. Focus on positive change and your fishing will improve. Here are the mistakes we believe you should watch out for this Spring!

THE MISTAKES...

•Fishing Too Slowly

•Sticking With Confidence Baits

•Failing To Add Cadence Changes To Reaction Baits

•Overworking Your Finesse Presentations

•Fishing History Instead Of Current Conditions

•Forcing A Pattern When The Conditions Don't Match

•Keep Everything In Perspective

Below you'll find links to Tim's key confidence baits this time of year. We've included his favorite sizes and colors for each, along with the rigging components he uses to fish them effectively. We've also included some great budget friendly rod and reel combos for working these baits properly. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

BAITS TO HELP YOU COVER WATER...

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: Sexy Shad

Bait– Zman Evo Elite (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Color: Electric Shad

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

Color: Electric Shad

SWIM JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Swim Jig: https://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Favorite Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

Favorite Colors: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Alabama Craw

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Pro Blue Red Pearl

TIM'S SPRING CONFIDENCE BAITS...

SWIMBAIT AND GLIDEBAIT...

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

Colors: Nude Rainbow, White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad

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

Favorite Size: 8"

Favorite Colors: CA Hitch, Chrome Gizzard, Shad

UNDERSPIN...

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

Favorite Size: 3/16 oz

•Crush City 3" Mayor Swimbait: https://bit.ly/43Uhyli

Color: Green Shad

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

Favorite Size: 3/16 oz, 3/0 Hook

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Red Glitter Craw, FireTruck Craw

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

•Nomad Swimtrex Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3SjrDWD

Today's Color: Threadfin Shad, Natural Threadfin, Red Craw

SPINNERBAIT...

•Megabass SV–3 (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Colors: Ayu, Wakasagi, Gill

BUDGET CHATTERBAIT 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– Seaguar Red Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

BUDGET SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Fury 7'9" Heavy (795): https://bit.ly/4q6IjyQ

Reel– Abu Garcia Max5 300: https://bit.ly/4pYubaE

Line– Sunline Big Bait FC (22 lb): https://bit.ly/46NMLv7

ALL AROUND BUDGET SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT: https://bit.ly/3n6Ojvx

Models: 7' Medium Fast

Reel– Daiwa Legalis LT: https://bit.ly/3Y0kDh3

Size: 2500 D-XH

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

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

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3 Underwater Lessons To Help You Catch More Bass!

Dive below the surface with us as we study the behavior of bass in their natural surroundings! There is so much to be learned when we watch how bass interact in their natural environment. Subtle details in their behavior quickly emerge, even before we begin to present lures to them. Today Tim is sharing 3 keys that he has learned through years of filming underwater footage that will help you become a better angler.

The average angler never considers their direct impact on the environment around them. They stomp around the boat, talk loudly, start and stop their motor, all without a second thought. The truth is, all of these choices have real impacts below the surface. Bass are keenly aware of their surrounds. Subtle changes in shadows, sounds, or vibrations, can be enough to shut fish down. If you want to be a more consistent angler, remember these 3 key takeaways this Spring...

•Be As Quiet As Possible

•Downsize Your Baits For Consistent Bites

•Cast As Far As Possible To Mask Your Presence

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim discussed in the video. We've also included both a budget–friendly Spinning Combo and budget–friendly BFS combo for fishing these smaller presentations effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS AND MERCH

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

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

TIM'S DOWNSIZED CRAWS AND CREATURES...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Tilapia

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Colors: Black Blue/ Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Great Lakes Finesse Snack Craw: https://bit.ly/4b8aeHo

Colors: Brown Pumpkin Special, Green Pumpkin Float

•ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Sprayed Grass

DOWNSIZED JIGS AND JIGHEADS...

•Great Lakes Matte Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/3Yj41mp

Colors: Green Pumpkin/Brown, Brown/Black

•Keitech Tungsten Football: https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pumpkin Black

•Zman Ned LockZ EWG: https://bit.ly/3OWdp9W

Favorite Size: 1/10 oz

THIN LINES FOR BETTER PRESENTATIONS...

•Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Favorite Size: 6 lb

•Seaguar Gold Label Fluorocarbon: https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

Favorite Size: 6 lb

•Sunline Almight Sinking Braid: https://bit.ly/3xb44ql

Favorite Size: 13 lb

•Seaguar PEX8 Ultra Thin Braid: https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Favorite Size: 16 lb

BUDGET BFS COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

Line– Seaguar Red Label (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

BUDGET SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Medium Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500D: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Line– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

ALL AROUND BFS COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 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

ALL AROUND SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Levante Shakyhead 7' Med Light: https://bit.ly/2Ibeo70

Reel– Daiwa Tatula MQ LT 2500: https://bit.ly/3IWhxbv

Line– Seaguar PEX8 (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Leader– Seaguar InvizX (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

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

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5 Life Hacks Every Winter Angler Needs To Know! (This Saved Matt's Life)

Cold weather brings unique challenges, this is what you need to know to be successful! Today we're covering Tackle Tricks for cold water fishing, gear hacks to keep you safe, and tool tricks that we've learned through years of trial and error. Don't let Winter get the best of you, use these hacks to have a great experience on the water!

We constantly highlight the benefits of Winter Bass Fishing. Today, we're reminding you that Winter fishing comes with challenges and risks. Rather than focusing on the negative, we're showing you how to overcome each of these challenges. These 5 Winter hacks were born from our own life lessons through years of trial and error on the water. We hope you never need them, but if you do you'll be prepared!

Below you'll find links to everything Matt discussed in the video. From the line and baits, to the apparel and gear, we've broken it all down in an easy to understand list. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FISHING LINE...

•Sunline FC Assassin: https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Favorite Size: 10–15 lb

•Seaguar InvizX: https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

Favorite Size: 6–12 lb

FOOTBALL JIGS...

•Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Finesse Football Jig: https://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Color: Supermatt Brown

•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Color: Cinnamon Black Purple

•Keitech Tungsten 1/2 oz Football: https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue