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Pond Fishing For Bass – Best Baits and Techniques

Want to fish a pond? These tips will make it much easier! Ponds can be some of the best bass fishing of your entire life if you know what to look for and which baits to throw. Keep it simple this year and use Tim’s proven method to break down the water in steps. Don’t get caught throwing just your favorite lure over and over again, its time to take your pond fishing to the next level.

It doesn’t matter if you’re bank fishing or in a boat, this method will help you maximize your time on the pond. Start by covering water with fast moving baits or topwater to gauge how many fish there are and if they’re in a feeding mood. Next, switch to slower moving reaction baits to pick off the remainder of the aggressive bass. Finally, wrap it up with finesse baits to catch as many fish as possible.

Not all lures are created equal. Unfortunately there is a lot of junk and hype on the market today. Below you’ll find an exhaustive list of baits we have confidence in for both pond and lake fishing. If you’re looking to fill a particular category, these are lures we trust. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of every item.

Creature Baits…
-Reaction Innovations Man Bear Pig: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV
-Zoom Brush Hog: http://bit.ly/2bnpCRx

Texas Rigging…
Tungsten Worm Weight- Swagger Vader 3/8 oz: https://bit.ly/3c28mks
Bobber Stop- 6th Sense Peg X: http://bit.ly/2bHjowk
Offset Hook- Gamakatsu EWG Wide Gap 3/0: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Fast Topwater…
Buzzbait- D&M Slow Roller Buzz: http://bit.ly/2t7BMKt
Whopper Plopper- Silent Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV
Toad- Strike King Rage Toad: http://bit.ly/2dekwdd
Toad- Zoom Horny Toad: http://bit.ly/2aY5lBt

Slow Topwater…
Popper- Rio Rico: http://bit.ly/2f7gink
Popper- Bubble Popper: http://bit.ly/2yxP2ZQ
Frog- Spro Bronzeye Poppin Frog: http://bit.ly/2HsyqIJ

Subsurface Reaction Baits…
Swimbait- 4.8″ Keitech (Sungill): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Hook- 1/4 oz Owner Flashy Swimmer 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7
Swim Jig- California Swim Jig 3/8 oz (Alabama Bream): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx
Bladed Jig- Chatterbait Custom 3/8 oz (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI
Bladed Jig- Evergreen JackHammer 3/8 oz (BHite Delight): http://bit.ly/2popvj6
Trailer- Hog Farmer Spunk Shad (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7
Soft Jerkbait- Zoom Super Fluke (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Worms…
Stick Bait- Big Bite Baits Wacky Stick (Watermelon Red): http://bit.ly/2rrNT6g
Stick bait- Yum Dinger (Green Pumpkin Purple): http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF
Stick Bait- Yamamoto Senko 5″ (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Worm- Netbait T-Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Tim’s All-Around Pond Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’2″ MH: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- 40 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 15 lb Sunline Sniper: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget Pond Combo…
Rod- Denali Attax 7′ Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2tDsOa0
Reel- Caius B 150 HG: http://bit.ly/2O3Dvuw
Line- 15 lb Sunline Assassin Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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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…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2tfxFvw
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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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#pondfishing #pond #bassfishing

Catch Shallow Bass Right Now – Shad Spawn And Shallow Water Tricks

Shallow water bass are EASY to catch if you know what to do! Whether you’re on a pond or a giant lake, some very big bass move shallow in the post spawn and we can help you catch them. Some lakes have an incredible shad spawn that you don’t want to miss, others just have fish ambushing bluegill. Today we’re covering the best techniques to target all of these fish!

Pond and bank fishermen can really simplify their fishing this time of year. You can narrow down your arsenal to two baits that will maximize your time on the water. Get up early and hit the water with a fluke and a weedless underspin, you’ll be amazed by the results.

Anglers on larger lakes should focus their attention on the shad spawn. Its critical that you be on the water at or before first light, armed with key baits that these fish are susceptible to. It doesn’t matter where you live, if there are shad in your lake these techniques will work!

Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment that we recommend for fishing during the post spawn and early Summer when targeting shallow water bass. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see close up photos and detailed video descriptions.

Pond and Bank Fishing Gear…

Soft Jerkbait- Zoom Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H
Colors: Electric Shad, Smokin Shad
Hook- Gamakatsu EWG Superline 4/0 Hook: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Weedless Swimbait- Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Electric Shad, Gizzard Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl
Hook- 1/4 oz Owner Flashy Swimmer 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Shad Spawn Gear…

Spinnerbaits…
-Damiki TOT Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/38cxmD6
Colors: Smelt Shad, Snow Shad, Amazing Chartreuse
-Megabass V-9 Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/2tOaVCt
Colors: Hasu, Kohoku Reaction, Pearl Shad
-War Eagle Screamin Eagle Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/2w5zoor
Colors: Aurora, Hot White Shad, Mouse

Spinnerbait Trailer…
-Keitech Fat Swimbait (4.3 or 3.8): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Electric Shad, Gizzard Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Weedless Underspin…
Swimbait- Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Electric Shad, Gizzard Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl
Hook- 1/4 oz Owner Flashy Swimmer 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Squarebill Crankbaits…
-6th Sense Crush 100: http://bit.ly/2HbaCGT
Colors: 4K Shad, Chrome Treuse Shad
-River2Sea Biggie: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo
Colors: I Know It, T-1000, Abalone Shad

Lipless Crankbaits…
-Cotton Cordell Super Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210
Colors: Chrome Black, Chrome Blue, Gold Black
-Lucky Craft LV-500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd
Colors: Ghost Minnow, American Shad, Golden Shiner

All-Around Combo…
Rod- Zodias 7’5″ Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunliner FC-100 Shock Leader 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
Reaper Hoodie (Hoodie with Warm Face Cover built in): http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
Horizon Sweater (Water resistant, great for layering): http://bit.ly/2gTC1oB
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Equipment We Recommend…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2tfxFvw
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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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#Summerfishing, #shadspawn #bassfishing

Epic Golf Course Pond Fishing! Big Bass From The Kayak!

Come along as we explore an awesome golf course pond! The water is crystal clear with big bass all around! Tim jumps in the kayak armed with a senko, chatterbait, and a variety of keitech swimbaits. It doesn’t take long for the pond fish to start biting! Kick back, relax, and enjoy some awesome pond fishing!

Any time you go out in the kayak space is going to be a bit limited. Tim prepared by carrying a small bag with a great mix of baits. He chose 3 rods (2 bait casting and one spinning) that he could adapt to all the baits he was carrying so he wouldn’t be overloaded with equipment. On the water he started his fishing targeting deeper water but found the best quality fish along shallow grass edges.

Below is a breakdown of all the baits and equipment Tim used in the video. All the bait and gear links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed descriptions and close up photos of each item.

Glidebait…
-R2S S-Waver 168 (Phantom Trout): http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Small Swimbait…
-Keitech 3.8″ Fat Swing Impact (SunGill): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
-Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head (1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Underspin Swimbait…
-Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
-Owner Flashy Swimmer 1/4 oz with 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Chatterbait…
-JackHammer Chatterbait 3/8 oz (Green Pumpkin Shad): http://bit.ly/2popvj6
-Keitech 4.3″ Fat Swing Impact (Pro Blue Red Pearl): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Senko…
-Yamamoto Senko 5″ (Green Pumpkin Red Flake): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
-Owner Twist Lock 3/0 Hook: http://bit.ly/2cYZ3rM

Tackle…
-Plano Guide 3600 Tackle Bag: https://bit.ly/2xxtIar
-Plano Edge 3600 Box: http://bit.ly/2YBaWYX

Old Town Kayak’s Website…
-Old Town Topwater 120 Kayak: http://bit.ly/2KGiYf5

Tim’s Primary Casting Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’2″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB
Line- 40 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 15 lb Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Tim’s All-Around Spinning Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7′ Medium: http://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel- Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line- Sunline SX-1 High Vis Yellow 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2FngUkQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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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…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2tfxFvw
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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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#kayak #pondfishing #senko

Awesome Bank Fishing With 3 Tips To Catch More Bass While Pond Fishing


Tim got access to an awesome pond! He’s walking the shore with son JD and friend Caleb and they’re catching nice bass! Come along for really good fishing with a glide bait, small swimbait, senko, and more. Fishing from shore allows you to fish unique angles that boats can’t reach. Tim has a few tips that will make it even easier the next time you’re on the bank.

Tim starts off fishing with an S-Waver. The idea being that glide baits have incredible drawing power, pulling fish up from great distances. Best case scenario, you’ll catch a giant, but even if you don’t you’re likely to see what is lurking in the depths as they come up to examine the bait. Tim’s next trick is to focus on smaller swimbaits in bluegill and panfish colors.

While every pond’s ecosystem is different, almost all of them contain panfish. You simply can’t go wrong with a bluegill imitator. You may find that white or flashy colors will work but unlike most large bodies of water, its always smart to start with bluegill imitators rather than shad imitators. When Tim switches to the senko he shares his 3rd trick for maximizing his time on the water.
When shore fishing its often important to make long casts to maximize your fishing area. At the end of a long cast it can be really difficult to detect bites, especially with weightless presentations. Tim recommends switching your finesse rod to “high visibility” (Neon) line so that you can see the bites instead of feeling them.

Pond fishing is often overlooked and with the current shelter in place around the country, its more likely than ever that you’re pond hopping to catch a bass. Use these tips the next time you do and you’ll be surprised by the results. Below is a breakdown of all the baits (in order of appearance) as well as Tim’s top 3 Pond Fishing/Bank Fishing combos.

The Baits…

GlideBait- S-Waver 168 (Light Trout): http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Chatterbait- Evergreen JackHammer 3/8 oz (BHite Delight): http://bit.ly/2popvj6
Chatterbait Trailer- Keitech 3.8″ Fat Swing Impact (Sungill): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Senko- Yamamoto 5″ Senko (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Hook- Owner Twist Lock Hook 3/0: http://bit.ly/2cYZ3rM

Dropshot- Roboworm 6″ Straight Tail (Marten’s Madness): http://bit.ly/2asZyH3
Hook- Owner Mosquito Light Size 1: http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Weight- Swagger Tungsten 1/8 oz Pencil: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

Swimbait- Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact (TW Ghost Shad): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Hook- Owner Flashy Swimmer 5/0 with 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Swimbait- 4.3″ Fat Swing Impact Keitech (Sun Gill): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Head- TacticalBassin Finesse Swimbait Head 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Tim’s All-Around Casting Combo…
Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7’4″ Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs
Reel- Shimano SLX HG: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line- 50 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 16 lb Sunline FC100: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Tim’s Small Swimbait/Chatterbait Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 6’10” Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Daiwa Tatula 150: https://bit.ly/33X5Zfr
Line- 40 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 15 lb Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Tim’s All-Around Spinning Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7′ Medium: http://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel- Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line- Sunline SX-1 High Vis Yellow 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2FngUkQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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#Tacticalbassin #Bassfishing #Fishing
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…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2tfxFvw
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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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!