Four Key Baits For Summer Bass Fishing! (Day On The Water)

Come along for a fun day of fishing with Matt! Matt's plan is to target offshore fish, and it doesn't take long for him to find the pattern! Hop in the passenger seat and come along as he catches fish on swimbaits, crankbaits, and other fun Summer baits!

We constantly emphasize building "patterns", rather than finding "spots", because fishing patterns leads to days like this where you get bit cast after cast by quality fish! Summer fishing may be hot, but when the bass are hungry and you're setting the hook with baits like the Burrito, the underspin, and the crankbait, everything else fades away!

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

THE BURRITO...

•5" Bacca Burrito: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Color: Tactical Shad

THE UNDERSPIN...

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Underspin: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Size: 1/2 oz, 3/0 Hook

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

THE CRANKBAIT...

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

Color: Summer Minnow

THE TOPWATER...

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Color: Spotlight Shad

THE MINNOW...

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

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Green Shad

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

Size: 1/4 oz, 2/0 Hook

BURRITO COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Curado 200 M (HG): https://bit.ly/2tHewEh

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

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

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Blue Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/48EP2Hz

CRANKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline Crank FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC

MINNOW COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Sustain FJ 3000: https://bit.ly/3BQLlNP

Line– Sunline Almight (13 lb): https://bit.ly/3xb44ql

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

Underspin Tips For Early Summer Bass + A Secret Topwater Bait!

Come along for a fun day on the water! It wasn't supposed to rain, but that's okay! It doesn't take long for Matt to dial in an awesome pattern, targeting bass with a combination of topwater and underspins. He breaks down where the fish are positioning, why they're there, and shows exactly how to catch them.

The underspin should never be overlooked! Today, Matt highlights its effectiveness around schooling fish. The fish are keyed in on shad, and the topwater and underspin used in tandem, are the perfect combination to catch these fish. Watch as Matt dials in bait size, swimbait action, and location, to maximize his time on the water.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We've included his exact colors, sizes, and other pertinent information. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TOPWATER...

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Recommended Colors: Megabass Sexy Shad, HT Ito Tennessee Shad

MINI UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

•Xzone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Color: TW Ghost Shad

FULL SIZE UNDERSPIN...

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Underspin Series: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Size: 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook

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

Color: Sexy Shad

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

Model: 853C MBR

Reel– Shimano Metanium 70 DC: https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

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

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

MINI UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2KS92gK

Model: 722

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

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

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

UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO...

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

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

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

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

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 6'9" Medium: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

TODAY'S RAIN GEAR...

•Aftco Transformer Packable Jacket: https://bit.ly/3t4y4lP

FAVORITE RAIN GEAR...

•Aftco Fortress Rain Jacket: https://bit.ly/42LrGQ8

•Aftco Fortress Rain Bibs: https://bit.ly/4aPp45O

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

Tricks To Catch Bass In The Wind! (Post Spawn Bass Fishing)

Fishing in the wind doesn’t have to be tough! Jump in Matt’s Skeeter, and learn the tricks to using wind to your advantage! Watch as he breaks down a brand new lake in the middle of a wind storm. Not only does he use the wind, he puts together a great limit of fish!

Exploring a new lake is rarely an easy task. Throw wind into the mix, and it can be downright tough! Matt had to pull all the stops today, but in the end he catches a BIG ONE! The fishery he’s on today has a lot of shallow vegetation so Matt used a combination of swim jig, underspin, and frogs to get key bites throughout the day.

Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. He’s also included the exact colors for each bait. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

COMPACT SWIM JIG…

•Dirty Jigs Compact Swim Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/43OSFY1

Color: Tactical Shad

•Storm 3.5” Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color: Gizzard Shad

SWIM JIG…

•Dirty Jigs Swim Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Color: Crappie

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

UNDERSPIN…

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Underspin (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Hook Size: 2/0

•Xzone 4” Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

SPRO FROG…

•Spro Bronzeye 65 Frog: https://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Colors: Killer Gill, Navy Seal

SWIM JIG COMBO…

Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme 7’4” Heavy: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

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

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

UNDERSPIN COMBO…

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7’1” Medium X Fast: https://bit.ly/4bX4gZK

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MGX 3000: https://bit.ly/3C7KTAd

Line– Seaguar PEX8 (18 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 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

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

How To Catch Shallow Bass Right Now! (Shad Spawn Fishing)

Its time! The bass are shallow and you can catch them! There is a short window in Spring when shad are spawning and bass are aggressively chasing them, don't miss it! Come along for a crazy morning on the water as Matt takes full advantage of the shad spawn bite!

The shad spawn is an open door for bass fishermen to have a great morning on the water. Forget the post-spawn blues, get up early, and catch a bunch of fish! The key to this pattern is fast moving baits with flash, combined with likely locations for a spawn. At first light the shad will be spawning along shallow banks, grass, even docks, and the bass will be ready to ambush them!

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

RELATED VIDEO...

•Adam Hinkle Breaks Down The Shad Spawn: https://youtu.be/3HOLCoUM-RA

CHATTERBAIT...

•Zman Elite Evo Mini Max Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3EahpTT

Colors: Electric Shad

•Hog Farmer 4" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Colors: Electric Shad

POPPER...

•Nomad Chug Norris Popper: https://bit.ly/3wn1zRJ

Color: Holo Ghost Shad

WALKING BAIT...

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Color: Megabass Sexy Shad

UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

•Xzone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

SPINNERBAIT...

•War Eagle Screamin Eagle (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2IEHHjA

Color: Mouse

•Gamakatsu Spinnerbait Trailer: https://bit.ly/2IGCfg1

Size: 2/0

POPPER COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 7'2" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: DRX 723 C

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG–X: https://bit.ly/4dv7WT0

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

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

WALKING BAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

Model: 853C MBR

Reel– Shimano Metanium 70 DC: https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

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

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

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2KS92gK

Model: 722

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

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

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

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 6'9" Medium: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sufix Advance (17 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