The Technique That Took Over Bass Fishing! (Explained For Beginners And Experts)

The strolling technique has completely taken over bass fishing! Without question, it's the hottest trend today, especially amongst the tournament crowd. As it turns out, it's easy to do, doesn't take specialized gear, and it catches a lot of big bass! Forget the drama, the chatter, or the tournament discussions, and take a look out how this simple technique can help you catch more fish today!

This technique is taking over because it works EVERYWHERE! From bank fishing ponds, to fan casting flats, to offshore suspended fish, the effectiveness of the Strolling method is unmatched.  Strolling is known by many names, but no matter what you call it, you need to give it a try. Don't let the arguments about electronics technologies steer you away from something that can help you catch fish in your local fishery. No matter your location, you can put this to work for you at the peak of its effectiveness, before everyone else has figured it out.

Below you'll find links to our favorite strolling baits for Summer bass fishing. We've included our favorite sizes, colors, and gear. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SMALLER BAITS...

•Crush City Mooch Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Yn4NR6

Colors: Electric Shad, Shad

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

Colors: Green Shad, Ghost Minnow, Electric Shad

•Deps Sakamata Shad: https://bit.ly/3QMt9yd

Colors: Silver Shad, Smoke Pepper Clear

•Crush City Freeloader: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b

Colors: Electric Shad, Gizzard Shad, Shad

•Damiki Fat Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/435tuCj

Colors: American Shad, Gizzard Shad

•Duo Realis BR Fish: https://bit.ly/3Twy751

Colors: Electric Olive, Seguro KataKuchi

STROLLING HEADS...

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

Size: 1/4 – 3/8 oz

•Owner Range Roller: https://bit.ly/42cqaUR

Sizes: 1/8 – 3/16 oz

•Gamakatsu Horizon Head LG: https://bit.ly/3QklyHO

Sizes: 1/8 – 1/5 oz

LARGE BAITS...

•Damiki 7" Damiki Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2VQ7g6o

Colors: American Shad, Tennessee Shad

•Deps 7" Sakamata Shad: https://bit.ly/3QMt9yd

Colors: Silver Shad, Smoke Pepper Clear

HEAVIER HEADS...

•Dirty Jigs 5/0 Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Sizes: 1/4 – 1/2 oz

•Owner Round Head XL: https://bit.ly/3Et1q33

Sizes: 3/8 – 7/16 oz

TIM'S FAVORITE STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" MHSB: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Vanford FA C3000XG: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Line– Sufix 832 (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

HIGH END STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer "ADDERMINE": https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Reel– Shimano Exsence C2500HG: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Seaguar PEX8 Braid (21 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

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

BUDGET STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/3Lo1gKC

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sufix Advance (10 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

4 Fun Ways To Catch Bass In July! (Day On The Water)

Come along for a fun day on the water! Matt launches the boat on the Tennessee River with a plan to catch bass off shore. It doesn't take long to start catching them on every stop, with everything from a frog to a shakey head! Summer fishing is awesome!

Matt caught fish on 4 different techniques. Each of those patterns could be turned into its own great day of fishing. Many anglers hide from the Summer heat, but if you get out there and push through it, the fishing can be great!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt used throughout the day. We've also included links to the rod and reel combos he used, as well as some of the apparel he wore to stay out of the sun on this HOT July day. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE SHAKEY HEAD...

•Xzone MB Fat Finesse Worm: https://bit.ly/4lSgfx4

Colors: Junebug

•MissileBaits Warlock Head: https://bit.ly/4bg8DyC

Size: 3/16 oz

THE FROG...

•Berkley Swamp Lord Frog: https://bit.ly/3MAFQum

Color: MF Bluegill

THE STROLLING BAITS...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

•Xzone Rally Shad: https://bit.ly/43QjflK

Color: Gallant's Gas

•Crush City Freeloader: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Green Shad

THE SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Gamakatsu Superline Offset Hook: https://bit.ly/3AmFDnK

Size: 4/0

SUN GEAR...

•Aftco Adapt Sunmask Hoodie: https://bit.ly/4beBJPg

SHAKEY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000 (HG): https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Power Pro V2 Superslick (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3vSwa6Z

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'3" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo Premier LP: https://bit.ly/4e8LPCc

Line– Sufix 832 (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" MHSB: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Model: 6'10" Medium Heavy Extra Fast

Reel– Shimano Vanford FA 3000: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Line– Sufix 832 (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

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

Humminbird Mega Live 2 ( On The Water Real World Test and Sonar Settings )

Let's head out on the water for a first look at Humminbird's NEW Mega Live 2 Forward Facing Sonar transducer! We've just installed this unit and are checking it out before we even finish dialing it in! Our first priority is to see its bait tracking abilities, how it does with target separation, and to get a look at all the new color palettes we've been hearing about! Take a look and let us know what you think in the comments!

Our first impression is, it's a HUGE improvement over the original Mega Live! This new Mega Live 2 is superior in every way, with incredible clarity and drastically improved bait tracking! It's hard to choose a favorite color palette but if we had to choose two to get started, it would be Alabama Amber and Doppler. Also, pay close attention to Tim's sonar settings if you're looking for a starting place as you dial in your new Live 2.

We'll let you make your own judgement based on the footage, but from what we can see, Humminbird has a WINNER with this new Live 2! Whether you use FFS technology to locate structures and speed up your search for fish, or you're isolating single fish and targeting them with a Strolling bait, this new transducer has the ability to help you fish more effectively.

Below you'll find links to all the gear Tim used in today's video. From the Live 2 Transducer, to the Target Lock, to the electronics he uses to get these images. We've also included some great budget friendly units as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

MEGA LIVE 2...

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

TARGET LOCK TURRET...

•Humminbird Mega Live TargetLock Adapter Kit: https://bit.ly/3DWobfm

TIM'S HUMMINBIRD UNITS...

•Humminbird Apex 16 Fishfinder: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

•Humminbird Apex 13 Fishfinder: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

THE LATEST BUDGET FRIENDLY UNITS...

•Humminbird Xplore 12 Fishfinder: https://bit.ly/4jjdcwJ

•Humminbird Xplore 10 Fishfinder: https://bit.ly/4hmChFf

•Humminbird Xplore  9 Fishfinder: https://bit.ly/4hl9tgy

TIM’S TROLLING MOTOR...

*MinnKota Ultrex Quest 115 lbs: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

Shaft Length: 52"

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

GIANT 9 lb BASS + Cold Water Fishing Tips!

Winter fishing is a hunt for big fish! Some days are tougher than others but you always know the right fish is just a cast away. Today was one of those days, as Tim struggled all day, but was rewarded by a MONSTER 9.24 lb largemouth! Come along for a fun day on the water!

We talk a lot about the fun patterns that Winter fishing can bring. We catch them cranking, on jerkbaits, on metal baits, and jigs. But some days, it just gets tough. For whatever reason, those tough days seem to be the days when the really big bass bite! Tim spent a full day on the water and only got one bite from a largemouth, but it was a giant bite!

Below you'll find links to the baits and gear he used throughout the day. Of course, there is a full breakdown of the A–Rig that caught the giant, but also the baits that caught drum, because those are key baits that he was using in the search for big bass. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

STROLLING...

•Rapala Crush City Mooch Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Yn4NR6

Color: Electric Shad

•Dirty Jigs Guppy head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook

SPOONS AND BLADES...

•Nichols DUH Spoon (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/4cSEVki

Color: Black Shad

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

Color: Holo Silver

TACTICAL RIG...

•Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Screwed Up Head: https://bit.ly/3U5RsIx

Size: 1/4 oz

•Main Baits: Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Electric Shad

•Dummies: Damiki 3" Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Color: American Shad

LURE RETRIEVERS...

Retreiver– Toothy Fishman Retriever: https://bit.ly/3Lcntfd

Knocker– StrikeZone: https://bit.ly/2csyRVT

TIM'S LAYERED COLD WEATHER CLOTHES...

Beanie– Summit Beanie: https://bit.ly/3vLCEGR

Jacket– Aftco Insulated Hydronaut: https://bit.ly/426eOnu

Bibs– Aftco Insulated Hydronaut: https://bit.ly/3FS21bC

Puffy Jacket– Crosswind Puff Hooded: https://bit.ly/4jausEt

Mid Layer Top– https://bit.ly/3Wgk2Jo

Mid Layer Bottom– https://bit.ly/3tXLIbr

Gloves– Aftco Breakwater Waterproof: https://bit.ly/3C73i0q

Boots– Aftco Deck Boot: https://bit.ly/3OhVo7z

TACTICAL MINI FLEX RIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix Advance Fluorocarbon (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3pF7HBK

STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" ML XFast: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

BLADE BAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

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