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Where Do Bass Go During The Fall Transition? (And How To Catch Them!)

Cooler nights are coming and if your fish haven’t vanished already, they’re going to! The Fall transition happens overnight and if you’re not prepared you’ll be left scratching your head. There are two distinct groups of fish during this transition, some that go shallow and others that go deep. Today we’re going to take a look at where these fish are headed and how you can get ahead of them.

The fish that move shallow are there to eat baitfish. Its critical that you cover water quickly because the fish are congregating in schools. Vast areas will be devoid of life while small pockets and cuts will be packed with dozens, even hundreds of bass that are ambushing bait. If you’re not covering water quickly you may never find the mega-school you’re searching for.

The fish that move deeper are focused on structure. Many of these fish are still going to be feeding on baitfish but they will use main lake structure for their hunting grounds. Focus on offshore rock piles, humps, channel bends, and main lake points. If baitfish are present you’ll target these fish with reaction baits, if baitfish are not present the jig is your best bet.

Wether you go shallow or deep, Fall is an amazing time to be on the water! Bass are congregated into schools and the bite can be incredible. Below are links to the different baits we use for both shallow and deep schooling fish. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Shallow Water Baits…
Silent Squarebill- Lucky Craft BDS-3 (BP Golden Shiner): http://bit.ly/2blTVwI
Rattling Squarebill- River2Sea Biggie Poppa (Abalone Shad): http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo
Frog- River2Sea Bully Wa 2 65 (Little Allen): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
Toad- Teckel Sprinker (Pearl White): http://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

Deep Water/Offshore Baits…
Ultra Deep Crankbait- Strike King 10XD (Chartreuse/Blue or Sexy Shad): http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0
Deep Crankbait- Strike King 6XD (Chartreuse/Blue or Sexy Shad): http://bit.ly/2ery44M
Jig- Dirty Jigs Flippin’ Jig 5/8 oz (Go To): http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI
Jig Trailer- Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver (Tramp Stamp): http://bit.ly/29W3RZW
Flutter Spoon- Nichols Lake Fork 1 1/8 oz (Purple Threadfin): http://bit.ly/2ICAGKL
Tail Spin- Jackall Deracoup 3/4 oz (Clear Shad): http://bit.ly/2p8X4b0

Flutter Spoon Video: https://youtu.be/sdviwv6PTOM

All-Around Squarebill Combo…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 20 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 12 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

All-Around Deep Crank Combo…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 968 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Tranx 200: http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy
Line- Sunline Assassin 17 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Crankbait Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’6″ Glass: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Daiwa CG80: http://bit.ly/2NxaGbe
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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What we wear…

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Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…

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Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
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#Fall #bassfishing #beginner

We Made It To Chickamauga! Topwater Bite Is On Fire!

We’re finally on Chickamauga in Tennessee! We survived the cross country road trip and now its time to fish! We’re starting out in search of a midday topwater bite and will adapt from there. Do that patterns that work on one side of the country work on the other? Let’s find out if the Clearlake pattern holds up!

Matt is joined by his nephew Ethan and together they mix up a variety of topwater offerings including a blade waker, buzzbait, walking bait, popper, and frog. It doesn’t take long to find aggressive bass willing to eat them all! Later Matt switches to a Keitech while Ethan switches to a chatterbait, and again they find consistent action. This further confirms the old adage “A Bass Is A Bass” no matter where it lives.

So many anglers are convinced their fish are different, that they won’t eat a particular bait or won’t follow seasonal patterns like bass in other parts of the country. While a rare example might exist, the vast majority of fish from coast to coast behave very Similarly. Its incredibly rewarding to drive thousands of miles (literally) and find bass eating the exact baits you were throwing before hitting the road.

Below is a breakdown of the baits in the video. We’ve included direct links to Tackle Warehouse for each item where you can see detailed photos and descriptions. We’ve also included trailers, color, weights, etc… where applicable.

Teckel Topwater…
Bait- Teckel Blade Waker: https://bit.ly/2DuYZxU
Colors: Pearl White, Silver Shiner, Bluegill
Trailer: Gambler Little EZ Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3jmeYgM
Colors: Alewife, Ghost Shad

Other Topwaters…
Popper- Megabass Pop Max (Mat Shad): http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1
Walking Bait- Evergreen Shower Blows 125 (Half Mirror): http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH
Buzzbait- Dirty Jigs Skirtless (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2cWI6if
Small Frog- Jackall Kaera (Glitter Bluegill): http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3
Large Frog- River2Sea Bully Wa 65 (Little Allen): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Swimbaits…
Head- Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n
Keitech- 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact (Pro Blue Red Pearl): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Head- Matt Allen Swimbait Head (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Rage- 4.75″ Rage Swimmer (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2evZF8j

Chatterbait…
Bait- Evergreen JackHammer 1/2 oz (Green Pumpkin Shad): http://bit.ly/2popvj6
Trailer- Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 4.5″ (Crystal Shad): http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Blade Waker Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7’5″ MH: http://bit.ly/36fIHCg
Reel- Shimano Metanium 150 MGL XG: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Keitech Combo…
Rod- Jackall Poison Adrena 7’4″ Heavy: https://bit.ly/3diigiT
Reel- Shimano Metanium 150 MGL HG: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline FC-100 Fluorocarbon 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Popper Combo…
Rod- Shimano Curado 6’10” Medium: http://bit.ly/2gUWTft
Reel-Shimano SLX DC XG: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…

#Chickamauga #topwater #bassfishing

3 Jig Fishing Tricks To Catch Bigger Bass This Summer! Beginner To Advanced!

Summer jig fishing is a great way to catch big bass! In today’s video Matt starts off by simplifying jig fishing for the angler that just wants to build confidence in the technique. He demonstrates jig retrieves before diving in depth into how to adapt your jigs to changing conditions, how to stroke a jig, and how to adapt trailers for Summer bass fishing.

Jig fishing is one of those techniques you can dive as deep into as you want. It can be as simple as a single jig in a great color that you use effectively throughout the year or it can be taken to a whole different level. It can also be taken to the max with different styles, colors, and retrieves. Stroking is a prime example of how a jig can be adapted to get bigger bites. In today’s video Matt explains how to stroke a jig then takes it a step further and shows a simpler way to adapt the technique when fishing flats.

Its up to you to decide how in depth you want to take your jig fishing. Below is a breakdown of the baits, trailers, and colors Matt discussed in the video. He also included the jig combo he was using as well as a few alternatives at different price points. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Our #1 Jig…
Jig- Dirty Jigs Pitchin’ Jig 1/2 oz (Go To): http://bit.ly/2amL3of
Other Great Colors: Molting Craw, Green Pumpkin Craw
Trailer- RI Sweet Beaver (Green Pumpkin Red): http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Compact Jig…
Jig- Compact Pitchin’ 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV
Colors: Go To, Molting Craw, Green Pumpkin Craw
Trailer #1- Reaction Innovations Smallie Beaver: http://bit.ly/2dR6CkP
Trailer #2- Strike King Rage Chunk: http://bit.ly/2Hd4MFA

Stroking Jig…
Jig- No Jack 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI
Colors: Molting Craw, Go To, Okechobee 420
Trailer #1- Strike King Rage Craw: http://bit.ly/2uoqsLJ
Trailer #2- Reaction Innovations Spicy Beaver: http://bit.ly/2MPuma1

Alternative Jig Trailers…
-Zoom Z Craw: http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5
-Big Bite Double Tail: http://bit.ly/2qS1YtE
-Yamamoto Double Tail: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p
-Reaction Innovations Kinky Beaver: http://bit.ly/2XQ1kJ1
-Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Jig Stroking Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’6″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Metanium DC: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Compact Pitchin’ Jig Combo…
Rod- G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline FC-100 16 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Budget Jig Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’2″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX DC 150: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…

#jigfishing #bassfishing #fishing

Best Hooks For Bass Fishing: Senko, Worms, Crankbaits, Topwater, Swimbait!

So many hooks, so little time! Its taken us years (and hundreds of packs of hooks) to develop this short list of the best hooks for different situations. Whether you want to wacky rig a senko, punch a creature, or throw a deep diving crankbait, we’ve compiled this list for you! Not only do we cover hook styles, we also cover wire sizes, strength, etc… to perfectly match your fishing conditions.

Tim starts off with reaction baits and wraps it up with soft plastics. The reason for this is most anglers lose fish on treble hook baits. Crankbaits and topwater are the primary heartbreakers in bass fishing. You think you’ve got that fish hooked well but when the head shakes start, you lose. Almost all of these losses can be avoided if you truly understand treble hooks. When to switch between styles, when to switch to heavier gauge wire, etc.

Today’s video is a lot for you to digest as an angler. We know Tim breezed through a ton of hooks in a short time but its the only way to cover all the information. Below is a detailed breakdown of the hooks in order of appearance in the video. If you click the links (they go direct to Tackle Warehouse) you will see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. This truly is a challenging year with store shelves around the country completely empty and mixed information on future shipments. We hope this video gives you the information you need to be successful throughout the Summer and Fall.

Treble Hooks…
Round Bend- Owner ST-36 (1X Strength): http://bit.ly/2cWpeyw
Curved Point Bend- Gamakatsu EWG (1X Strength): http://bit.ly/2cZrsbY
Cranking Hook- Owner ST-35 (2X Strength): http://bit.ly/2g8uCMj
Stronger Hook- Owner ST-56 (3X Strength): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW
Feathered Treble- Owner ST-36 Dressed Hook (1X Strength): http://bit.ly/2m7XrAx

Split Rings…
Finesse- Hyperwire Black (Size 2-4): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX
Heavy Duty- Hyperwire Silver (Sizes 4-5): http://bit.ly/2aTH3f1
Strongest Ever- Owner Ultra Splits (Sizes 5-9): http://bit.ly/3bQgswL

**Big Swimbait Fishermen: You are missing it if you’re not using Ultra Split Rings. They’re bomb proof and will hold up to giant striper, saltwater fish, mega largemouth, etc**

Swimbait Hooks…
-Owner Beast Hook: http://bit.ly/2gx3A54
-Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head: http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n
-Matt Allen Swimbait Head: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN
-Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS
-Owner Flashy Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Senko Hooks…
Senko Wacky- Owner Sniper Finesse: https://bit.ly/2zXirRH
Senko Wacky- Gamakatsu G Finesse Stinger: http://bit.ly/2otYTPg
Senko Texas Rig- Gamakatsu 5/0 G-Finesse Hybrid Worm: http://bit.ly/2GT2T29
Senko Heavy Duty- Owner Jungle Worm Hook: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Dropshot Hooks…
Matt’s Favorite- Trokar Dropshot Hook: http://bit.ly/2ahxJOr
Gamakatsu Aaron Martens Dropshot Hook: http://bit.ly/2zGX441
Tim’s Favorite- Owner Mosquito Light Hook: http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Flipping and Punching…
-Owner Jungle Flipping Hook: http://bit.ly/2G5aQTk
-Trokar Flipping Hook: https://bit.ly/39OyCOS

What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…

#fishing #hook #bassfishing

Buzzbaits and Frogs! Summer Bass Fishing On Clearlake!

After months on the road we’re finally back on Clearlake! Come along as we explore the lake, build patterns, and catch fish! Matt utilizes a buzzbait, frog, and toad to catch a fish in the grass on a hot Summer day. Many anglers avoid fishing in the heat but if you know where to look there are big fish to be caught!

Catching fish consistently in Summer requires an understanding of how and why they position. Shallow water bass love to be close to cover. A consistent food source is also key. In most lakes, if you can find baitfish and grass in the same area, you’re around bass. This morning Matt hit the water at first light. He already knew where to find grass but the baitfish remained a mystery. By getting out early he was able to quickly locate active birds searching for a meal.

It took time to get the first bite but the bird activity confirmed the presence of baitfish and ultimately the presence of bass. Whenever you’re on the water pay close attention to nature, it’s clues can really shorten your search time. Once Matt located fish he used a combination of baits to get consistent bites from bass that were positioned to ambush prey as it passed by the grass beds.

Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment Matt used to catch his fish. We’ve included color recommendations for the various baits, the exact combos Matt was fishing with, and even a budget-minded alternative. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

The Baits…
-Skirtless Buzzbait- Dirty Jigs Canterbury Pro Buzz 1/2 oz (Blue Glimmer): http://bit.ly/2cWI6if
Trailer- River2Sea D Walker Swimbait 120 (PB Red): http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

-4 Blade Buzzbait- D&M Easy Roller Buzz (Night Stalker): https://bit.ly/2SCqcmj

-Frog- River2Sea Bully Wa 2: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
Colors: Dirty White, Ghost, Little Allen, TW Gill

-Big Bite Baits Tour Toad: http://bit.ly/2NtAghc
Colors: Hematoma, Pearl Shine
Hook- Owner 6/0 Twist Lock Open Gap: http://bit.ly/2cYZ3rM

Matt’s Buzzbait Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7’5″ 5 Power (Heavy): http://bit.ly/36fIHCg
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC XG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Matt’s Frog Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’3″ Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Budget Buzzbait Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’2″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX DC XG: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Line- Power Pro 50 lb Braided Line: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Budget Frog Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Fury 736 (7’3″ Mag Heavy): http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano SLX DC XG: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Line- Power Pro 65 lb Braided Line: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…

#bassfishing #frogfishing #topwater

Tricks To Catch More Topwater And Crankbait Fish This Summer!

Summer bass are aggressive if you know WHERE to look! Even more important is knowing WHEN to look! If you want to catch topwater and crankbait fish in the heat of Summer, the most likely bite is the low light pattern. Get up early and stay out late to catch bass as they feed aggressively in the low light periods of the day.

Yes, some of the biggest bass are caught under a high sun, even in Summer. But that fact only matters if you’re willing and able to withstand the heat. A lot of anglers aren’t willing to subject themselves to the harsh Summer temperatures so for you, we’ve got some recommendations. If you focus early and late in the day you can experience an amazing reaction bite! Topwater, crankbaits, and swimbaits can all be great producers before the sun hits the water.

When you get on the pattern remember that it is a PATTERN, it can be repeated. Don’t get caught up with fishing a single spot. If you can mimic the area you’re in somewhere else, don’t be afraid to cover water and try multiple locations. This is especially important when your shade is fading. You can stay on the pattern and continue to catch fish, even as the sun rises in the morning sky, by pursuing those final shade pockets.

Tim’s “Go To” baits are broken down below. These are the baits he trusts when he goes out during low light conditions in search of a BIG bite. The links to the baits go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Wakebait…
-Evergreen ND180 Noisy Dachs Wakebait (Black Bone): http://bit.ly/2JbrbaM
-G Ratt Magic Mouse (Grey-White Belly): http://bit.ly/2ytrPbP

Buzzbait…
-D&M Easy Roller Buzzbait (RedBug, White Shad): https://bit.ly/2SCqcmj
-D&M Double Buzz (Bluegill): http://bit.ly/29W2t9z

Walking Baits/Poppers…
-Teckel KickKnocker (Bone, Chart Shiner): http://bit.ly/2nvxkoA
-Megabass Pop Max (Gill, White Python): http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Frogs…
-River2Sea Bully Wa2 65 (Little Allen, Dirty White, TW Bluegill): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Subsurface Offerings…
GlideBait- S Waver 200 (Warden): http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Lipless- Lucky Craft LV-500 (Aurora Black): http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd
Silent Squarebill- Lucky Craft 1.5 (American Shad): http://bit.ly/2BGxKPa
Rattling Squarebill- R2S Biggie Crank (T-1000, Abalone Shad): http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…

#bassfishing #topwater #squarebill

8 Year Old Catches GIANT Smallmouth In Crystal CLEAR Water!

Today we’ve got 8 year old JD on the boat with us and he’s ready to catch BIG Smallmouth! We’re on Lake Michigan and the bass have moved up on shallow rock reefs and sand flats where you can see them in the clear water. Some of them are shallow, others are in 9-12 feet of water but it doesn’t matter, you can see them as if the water wasn’t there at all. The fish are BIG and they’re aggressive, let’s go fishing!

Fishing clear water like this requires a finesse touch. Tim and JD focus on a combination of finesse swimbaits and dropshot to catch these bass. In addition to the small baits, light line is critical to consistently fooling these fish. Lines that would be no issue in typical lakes will scare these fish before the bait even reaches the bottom. The bass can see both the line and the shadow of the line as it sinks, and both are enough to scare them off.

Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment the guys were using to catch these fish. If you want to to target big smallmouth (or any other bass) in crystal clear water, finesse tackle is a great place to start. The baits listed below are our confidence baits for this style of fishing and work around the country. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Swimbaits…
-Dark Sleeper 3″ (Wakasagi): http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT
Other Great Colors… Hanahaze, Donko

-Spark Shad 3″ (Purple Haze): http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4
Other Great Colors… Neon Pepper, Real, Royal Gill

-Megabass Okashira Head 1/16 oz (For Spark Shad): http://bit.ly/2EpluSA

Dropshot…
-Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher Worm (Light Watermelon Red): http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY
Other Great Colors… Chick Magnet, Green Pumpkin Purple
-Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1) Hook: http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
-Tungsten 1/4 oz Casting (Tie On) Dropshot Weight: http://bit.ly/37AVcrx

Jig…
-Bass Patrol Round Rubber 3/8 oz Football (Brown Purple): http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x
-Yamamoto Double Tail 4″ Grub (Smoke Blk and Purple): http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Tim’s Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 6’10” Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL 150: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG
Line- Sunline Sniper 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Spinning Combo…
Rod- St. Croix Legend Xtreme Spinning 7′ Medium: https://bit.ly/37UhrKR
Reel- Daiwa Certate LT 3000: http://bit.ly/35Kclij
Line- Sunline SX1 High Vis Yellow Braid 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2FngUkQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper 7 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

“Bang For The Buck” Finesse Spinning Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Fury 7′ Med light: http://bit.ly/2e7HZPF
Reel- Shimano NASCI 3000: http://bit.ly/2g278cC
Line- Power Pro Braid 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…

#bassfishing #smallmouth #clearwater

Carolina Rig Tricks! Big Worms And Creature Baits For Bass!

The Carolina Rig is an awesome way to catch big bass! It can be adapted to virtually any fishery if you know what changes to make. From different worms and creature baits, to different hooks and weights, there are a lot of variables to consider. Tim goes in-depth about how and when to fish the Carolina rig and shows all his favorite components in today’s video.

Whether you’re on a Southern impoundment with bass gathering on ledges or on a small Northern fishery fan casting open water, the Carolina Rig has a place in your arsenal. If you don’t know exactly how to set it up it can be incredibly frustrating to cast and even more frustrating to detect a bite. Tim loves fishing the Carolina rig and understands both the benefits and struggles of the technique. He shares some of the modifications and adaptations he uses to consistently catch fish with this presentation.

Below is a breakdown of the equipment discussed in the video. From Tim’s favorite components, to budget options, its all there. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see details photos and descriptions of each item.

Tim’s Large Carolina Rig Components…
1) Bobber Stop- Peg X Stoppers: http://bit.ly/2bHjowk
2) Tungsten Weight- Swagger Barrel Weight: https://bit.ly/3f14FNn
3) Bobber Stop- Peg X Stoppers: http://bit.ly/2bHjowk
4) Swivel- SPRO Power Swivel (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2ay0p7d
5) Mono Leader- Maxima Ultragreen (20 lb): http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
6) Hook- Owner Oversize Worm Hook 11/0: http://bit.ly/2C1EZ4s

Alternative Components…
Lead Weight- Eagle Claw Egg Sinkers: https://bit.ly/2C5jX5d
Brass Weight- Top Brass Precision Weights: http://bit.ly/2jDhYXu
Glass Bead- Top Brass Precision Glass Bead: http://bit.ly/2iOiqSD
Large Worm Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap 6/0 or 7/0: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z
Standard Worm Hook- Gamakatsu Offset EWG Hook 5/0: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Curly Tails Worms…
-Berkley Power Worm 10″: http://bit.ly/2cxomPX
Colors: Black Blue Flake, Motor Oil Red Flake, Tequila Sunrise
-Zoom Ol Monster 10.5″: http://bit.ly/2adPtjs
Colors: Black Red Flake, Candy Bug, Watermelon Red
-Zoom Ol Monster 12.5″: http://bit.ly/2P5QZbq
Colors: Blue Fleck, Green Pumpkin
-Big Bite Baits B2 10″: https://bit.ly/2BfL51p
Colors: Green Pumpkin Junebug, Junebug, Watermelon Red
-Dead Ringer: http://bit.ly/2cRrLVR
Colors: Plum, Green Pumpkin
-Berkley Power Worm 7″: http://bit.ly/2ouqzSU
Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red

Creature/Lizard Baits…
-Keitech Crazy Flapper 4.4″: http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp
Colors: Green Pumpkin, Double Trouble
-Zoom Brush Hog: http://bit.ly/2bnpCRx
Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Junebug Red, Black Red Flake
-Big Bite Kriet Tail Lizard 8″: http://bit.ly/2bnu34A
Colors: Junebug, Tilapia, Black Neon

Straight Tail Worms…
-Mann’s Jelly Worm: http://bit.ly/2aFOwhe
Colors: Blackberry, Grape, Watermelon/Red
-Yum Mighty Worm: https://bit.ly/2Yajojh
Colors- Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Blue Fleck
-Strike King 10″ Bull Worm: http://bit.ly/2IVzvuS
Colors- Black Blue Swirl, Green Pumpkin Candy, Tequila Sunrise

Tim’s Carolina Rig Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Champion Extreme 784 (7’8″ Heavy): http://bit.ly/2ab2kRX
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K XG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braided Line: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Budget Carolina Rig Combo…
Rod- Shimano SLX 7’5″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO
Reel- Shimano SLX DC 150 HG: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braided Line: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…

Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Wire Cutters: http://bit.ly/2soB34k
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: http://bit.ly/2FNdnQr
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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#bassfishing #carolinarig #plasticworm

Summer Bass Fishing- Creatures and Crankbaits For Offshore Bass (Matt Loses a 10 LBER!!!)

Summer bass love to move offshore and today we’re going after them! We’re fishing ledges, current breaks, humps, and island tops in search of big bass on Chickamauga. Most anglers focus on the bank because its comfortable and easy to fish what they can see but the vast majority of fish are behind them. Come along for a fun day of fishing and see the kind of bass that live away from the bank in Summer.

Offshore bass can be caught with a variety of techniques. Truthfully, they can be caught on just about anything but there are a few techniques that really shine for this style of fishing. A few that come to mind include small swimbaits, wobble heads, spoons, crankbaits, and big worms. Today the guys focused on fast moving baits. Tim spend most of his time with a lipless crankbait while Matt focused on a swing head jig (wobble head) and occasionally mixed in a deep crank.

While today was a grind, that 10+ lber shows the exact caliber of fish that live on these off shore haunts. If you’re a bank fisherman, focus on the bass that hug the shallow cover and shadow edges but if you’re a boater, take advantage of that offshore bite. Get out of your comfort zone, head out deeper, and you just might connect with the bass of a lifetime!

Below are a breakdown of the baits, colors, and equipment that the guys were using in the video. The links go directly to tackle warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Crankbaits…
Tim- Lucky Craft LV-500 (Aurora Black): http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd
Matt- Azuma Z Boss 24 (Grand Shad): http://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Wobble Head…
Jighead- Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football 3/4 oz 4/0 Hook: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns
Creature- Zoom Z Craw (Junebug): http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5
Other Great Colors: Green pumpkin, Tilapia, Blueberry

Worms…
-Netbait T-Mac 6.5″: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Tim’s Lipless Combo…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC XG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- Sunline Sniper 14 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Matt’s Wobble Head Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’5″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…

#Summer #bassfishing #Chickamauga

Summer Bass Fishing Gear Review! New Baits, Tackle, and Equipment This Summer!

Let’s take a look at some of the best new gear for this Summer! From new crankbaits to worms, trailer accessories to reels, we’re covering it all! This review is a selection of products from a variety of brands that have been making a difference in our fishing lately. Some items are brand new to the market, others have just recently had a positive impact in our fishing and earned a place in the review.

You may have noticed that our recent videos have not been from our home state. We’re back out on the road, traveling the country, and exploring new places. We’re coming to a lake near you, trying new gear, catching new fish, and continuing to grow our angling knowledge so we can help you become a more consistent angler as we share that knowledge. In the spirit of road tripping, we’ve recently had a lot of positive experiences with our boat and trailer upgrades so today Tim begins with a series of trailer upgrades that have been impacting his fishing in a positive way.

Boating/Trailer Equipment…
-Moto Stop Transom Saver (Yamaha): http://bit.ly/2SCCwW4
-DD26 Transom Saver (Mercury): https://bit.ly/2BfaZlC
-TH Marine Steer Stop- https://bit.ly/2Sc5Ikg
-Fulton F2 Series Trailer Jack: https://bit.ly/2YHEB34
-Fulton F2 Series Winch: https://bit.ly/3frtFx8
-Spare Boat Buckle Winch Straps (Loop End): https://bit.ly/2BgnOw1

Its no secret that we’re both tackle junkies. When new gear comes out we’re always quick to give it a try. We’re constantly fishing new brands, new baits, and new equipment. With Covid creating supply chain issues across the fishing industry we’ve been reaching even further to try new baits and gear while some of our favorites are sold out! These are a few of the items that have stood out for us in recent months. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and product descriptions of each item.

Baits…
-Megabass Z Series Z-1 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/2Y9dkHB
Favorite Colors: Mat Craw 2, PM Hot Gill 2, Kasumi Ito
-Megabass Z Series Z-2 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/3fsxn9G
Favorite Colors: GG Gill, Mat Craw 2, PM Hot Gill 2
-Teckel KickKnocker Topwater: http://bit.ly/2nvxkoA
Favorite Colors: Bone, Lime Ice
-Yum Mighty Worm: https://bit.ly/2Yajojh

Gear…
-Shimano Bantam Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
This reel is AWESOME for the price! If you’re looking for a new high-end “do everything” reel this is it! Today’s video is just giving it a quick stamp of approval because there is a dedicated review of just this reel coming in the future. We didn’t care to be first on a review, we wanted to really break this reel in and see how it did over time… more to come on that very soon.

-Sunline FC Structure Fluorocarbon Line: https://bit.ly/2UMO73N
This line is designed for fishing around structure. Big Worms and Jigs, deep water, etc… is what they had in mind when designing this. Its been on the market for a couple years but I’m just giving it a fair shot now and so far I’ve been very impressed.

What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…

#review #buyersguide #bassfishing