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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

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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…

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

Summer Fishing Tricks: Early Morning Bite (Whopper plopper and Crankbait)

No one likes getting up early but in Summer, its worth it! Midday the lake can feel like a Dead Sea if you don’t know where to look but in the morning, everything is alive! Come along with Matt on the Tennessee River as he explores new water and builds a morning pattern with a whopper plopper, lipless crankbait, and wobble head (swing head jig).

Most anglers fish a whopper plopper on a slow, steady retrieve. Most of the time we do too, but there is a time and place for the popping method and today it paid off with 2 nice bites. After the topwater bite slowed Matt turned to a lipless and ultimately a swinging jig to continue catching fish.

The morning bite window is incredibly easy but is also very short. Its imperative that you get on the water at first light and if you’re not prepared to begin shadow fishing and targeting offshore fish, expect the bite to be done before 9 AM. Below we’ve included links to all the gear Matt used in today’s video. We included the exact colors as well as recommendations on some of our other favorites.

Hard Baits…
-Whopper Plopper 110 Topwater (Bone): http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV
Other Favorites- Loon, Munky Butt
-TN70 Lipless Crank (RT Scale Minnow): http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh
Other Favorites- Super Shad, Ghost Minnow

Swing Head Jig…
Jighead- Swing Head Football 3/4 oz 4/0 Hook: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns
First Bait- Keitech Crazy Flapper 4.4 (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp
Second Bait- Zoom Z Craw (Junebug): http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5

Matt’s Topwater Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’2″ MH: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado DC 150 HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Matt’s Swing Head Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’5″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Braid- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb: 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…

#Chickamauga #bassfishing #whopper plopper

Where Do Fish Go In Summer? (And How To Catch Them)

Have your fish disappeared? Are you struggling to get a bite? Today Matt explains exactly where Bass go during the Summer in your local lake. Once you understand how fish move throughout the seasons, catching them consistently throughout the year becomes really simple. In closing, Matt takes it a step further and goes in-depth on his confidence baits to consistently catch fish all Summer.

Predicting Summertime fish movements is all about understanding the importance of shadows. In lakes, reservoirs, and rivers, bass use different structures to hunt but it always revolves around the presence of shadows. Pay close attention to the details that apply to your style of fishery and you’ll begin seeing success right away. If you missed our previous video on shadows and color lines you can see that video below.

Where Do Bass Go After They Spawn? (Color Line Video): https://youtu.be/hGMwt7UsFkI

Once you’ve located your Summer fish its time to turn your attention to catching them. Matt offered his 5 primarily lure types for consistently catching Summer bass in the video. Below you’ll find a breakdown of the baits (including color recommendations) that he recommends throughout Summer.

Plastic Worms…
-Yamamoto 5″ Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
(Green Pumpkin, Green Pump/Watermelon Laminate)
-Netbait 6.5″ T-Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9
(JuneBug, Bama Bug, Kentucky Special)

Frogs…
-River2Sea Bully Wa 2: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
(Little Allen, Dirty White)
-Jackall Gavacho: http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS
(Gold Gill, Lime Frog)

Topwater…
Walking Bait- Evergreen Shower Blows 125: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH
(American Shad, Half Mirror Wakasagi)
Popper- Yellow Magic 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2al0dKP
(Smoke Shad, Alewife)

Deep Crankbaits…
-Azuma Z Boss 22: http://bit.ly/2poLKUC
(Blazing Boss, Hot Mess)
-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M
(Powder Blue/Chart, Chartreuse Sexy Shad)

Squarebills…
-Lucky Craft Silent 1.5/2.5: http://bit.ly/2BGxKPa
(American Shad, Golden Shiner)
-River2Sea Biggie: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo
(T-1000, Abalone Shad)

Swing Head Jigs…
Jighead- Dirty Jigs Pivot Point: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns
Creature- Keitech Crazy Flapper: http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp
Creature- Zoom Z Craw: http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5

Small Swimbaits…
Swimbait- Keitech Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Weedless Underspin- Owner Flashy Swimmer 1/4 oz 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7
Exposed Hook- Blade Runner Spintrix 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2oocg0a

All-Around Summer Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’2″ MH: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado DC 150 HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
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…

#fishing #Summer #bassfishing

What Gear Do We Really Use? Take A Look! (Cross Country Road Trip)

Ever wonder what we’ve really got in the boat? What lures are we actually carrying below deck? Which Covid slowing down we decided to drive all the way across the country to fish and spend time with family. We loaded the boats with everything we thought we’d need (tools, gear, and a variety of tackle) and set out on a national road trip with the families. Today Tim is opening up all the lockers and showing you what gear really made the cut. Which baits and what gear did he consider “must haves” for fishing in multiple states.

Its hard enough to choose what to throw first when you go out on the lake. Try to imagine packing to fish dozens of lakes you’ve never seen before. Even harder, some are in the South (Summer heat) and others are up North (clear water and prespawn). As overwhelming as that may be, we’ve done it a few times now and are very confident in our gear selection. We wanted to share with you what made the cut and what didn’t.

We can make countless videos about specific baits and techniques but there is something about taking a look under the locker lids for yourself that is very satisfying. Now how can you apply this to your fishing? The gear that we carry cross country can be downsized into just a box or two for fishing on your local lake. Where we might carry a box of spinnerbaits, a box of lipless, a box of deep cranks, you can turn around and build a box with a spinnerbait, a chatterbait, a lipless, a small glide bait, etc… and on a smaller scale you’re now prepared for any situation you can face on the water.

Below is a breakdown of our top lures from each category. We’ve also included a handful of rod recommendations that are “do alls”, those select rods that seem to be able to throw a variety of different baits, allowing us to save time, money, and space on the boat. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Tim’s Most Universal Picks For Hard Baits…
Swimbait Head- Tactical Finesse Head (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n
Deep Crank- Strike King 6XD (Chartreuse Sexy Shad): http://bit.ly/2ery44M
Squarebill- Lucky Craft 1.5 (Ghost Minnow): http://bit.ly/2BGxKPa
Glide Bait- S Waver 168 (TW Phantom Trout): http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Blade Bait- Damiki Vault 1/2 oz (Black Holo): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2
Frog- River2Sea Bully Wa 2 (Little Allen 65): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
Topwater- River2Sea Rover 128 (Abalone Shad): http://bit.ly/2acSVea
Jerkbait- Megabass Vision 110 (GP Pro Blue): http://bit.ly/2j31TKb
Lipless- Lucky Craft LV-500 (Ghost Minnow): http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd
Chatterbait- Z Man/Evergreen JackHammer 3/8 oz (BHite Delight): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Tim’s Most Universal Picks For Soft Baits…
Swimbait- Keitech Fat Swing Impact (4.3″): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Stick Bait/Neko- Yamamoto 5″ Senko (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Ned Worm- Z Man TicklerZ (Canada Craw): http://bit.ly/2mGyDAC
Creature- Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver (Tramp Stamp): http://bit.ly/29W3RZW
Dropshot- Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher (Green Pump/Purple): http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY
Jerkbait- Zoom Super Fluke (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Highlighted Items…
-Damiki Armor Shad Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT
-Lakemaster Plus Digital Charts Map Card: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc
-Wave Away Screen Cleaner: http://bit.ly/2PhHmmC
-KVD Speed Worm Bags: http://bit.ly/2GYT4RC
-Spoolin Buddy Jr. Line Storage: http://bit.ly/2EAbynX
-Plano Edge Master Plastics Storage: http://bit.ly/2PaiAq6
-Plano Edge Spinnerbait Storage Box: http://bit.ly/397m4Bd

Our 4 most Universal Rod Combos are listed below. These are rods that we’ve found can fish a variety of different baits to save money and space on the boat. We’re all looking for that “do everything” rod. These might not do everything but they will do a lot!

Jigs/Big Worms/Keitechs/Chatter/Spinnerbait Combo…
Rod- G Loomis GLX 854C JWR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT
Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Dropshot/Ned/Tube/Popper Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7′ Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel- Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7

High-End “Do Everything” Combo…
Rod- G Loomis Conquest 843C MBR: http://bit.ly/2iL1PAY
Reel- Shimano Metanium DC 100 HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Mid-Range “Do Everything” Combo…
Rod- Zodias 7’2″ MH: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Budget “Do Everything” Combo…
Rod- Shimano Fury 7′ Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano SLX HG: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

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Frog Fishing And Topwater On Lake Chickamauga – Big Bass Caught!

Come along on Lake Chickamauga as we explore a new lake and catch fish! Pay close attention as we refine a pattern and put it into action with no outside information. Chickamauga has almost 800 feet of shoreline but we’re able to build a pattern in minutes and start catching really nice bass! You can too!

Any time you’re on a new body of water (Matt has been to the lake once but never this end and Tim has not been here at all) it can be overwhelming. We’re thousands of miles from home with hundreds of miles of water to choose from where do you start? Matt and Tim chose to start with reaction. They focused on a spinnerbait, chatterbait, and lipless crankbait to cover water quickly. When that didn’t work they turned their attention to the back of a cove that looked promising on the map.

Once in the cove our attention again turned to covering water. Matt focused on a frog so he could quickly work around vegetation and Tim chose a senko to reach deep in the pockets under flooded trees. A pattern quickly emerged and we were able to dial in a combination of topwater, stick baits, and sight fishing. You can use this method of breaking down water on any lake in the nation. Cover water, get bit, and adapt until a pattern emerges.

Below is a breakdown of the equipment the we were using to find success. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included links to the rods and reels we were using to consistently catch these fish.

Topwater…
Frog- Jackall Kaera (White): http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3
Popper- Damiki D Pop 70 (Phantom): http://bit.ly/2Pjvqo3

Soft Baits…
Stick Bait- Yamamoto 5″ Senko (Crushed Goby): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Senko Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap 3/0: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z
Creature- Big Bite Baits Flying Squirrel (Tilapia): http://bit.ly/2sn1FaT
Creature Hook- Gamakatsu EWG Superline 2/0: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG
Dropshot Weight- Swagger 1/4 oz Tungsten Tear Drop: http://bit.ly/2V2B63h

Reaction…
Spinnerbait- Megabass V-9 1/2 oz (Kohoku Reaction): http://bit.ly/2tOaVCt
Spinnerbait Trailer- Keitech 4.3″ Fat Swing Impact (Pro Blue Red Pearl): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Lipless Crank- Jackall TN-70 Crankbait (RT Scale Minnow): http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh
Chatterbait- Z Man JackHammer 1/2 oz (BHite Delight): http://bit.ly/2popvj6
Chatterbait Trailer- HogFarmer Spunk Shad (Ghost Minnow 4.5): http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Matt’s Senko/ Heavy Dropshot Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’2″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Tim’s Popper Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 6’10” Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB
Braid- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Budget Frog Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Fury 7’3″ Mag Heavy (736): http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano SLX 150 HG: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 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 #bassfishing #topwater

Post Spawn Crankbait Fishing Tricks – Speed Cranking For Aggressive Bass!

Forget the way you fish crankbaits! If you’re not speed cranking in the post spawn, you’re missing an amazing opportunity to catch big bass. Its all about TRIGGERING a reaction strike. Whether you’re a Southern Largemouth guy or a Northern Smallmouth guy, you have an amazing opportunity right now to force feed your crankbaits to the bass. The crank’s ability to fire up a feeding frenzy is second to none as bass are moving toward their Summer haunts and you don’t want to miss it!

This technique works incredibly well this time of year. It doesn’t matter if your fish are 20′ deep feeding on outside ledges or 2′ deep on shallow rock bars. The method works in both scenarios, you just need to adapt the specific baits to maintain the speed at different depths. We find that carrying a variety of squarebill crankbaits, mid divers, and deep divers will allow you to adapt to changing conditions. Also, traditional knowledge would encourage using ghost colors in clear water but we’ve found that during this period you can see incredible results fishing bold colors like Chartreuse or chartreuse/Blue, even in gin clear water.

Below you’ll find a breakdown of the baits and equipment Matt discussed along with size and color recommendations. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Summer Bait…
-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M
Colors: Chart Sexy Shad, Powder Blue Back Chart

Squarebills…
-Strike King KVD HC 1.0 Squarebill: http://bit.ly/2Pz3HvE
Colors- The Shizzle, Summer Sexy Shad
-Lucky Craft BDS-3: http://bit.ly/2blTVwI
Colors- Golden Shiner, Ghost Minnow
-Damiki BTC 60: https://bit.ly/35yagXK
Colors- Baby Bow, Threadfin Flash

Deep Cranks…
-River2Sea Tactical Crank DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX
Colors- Metallic Shad, Natural Gill
-Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt
Colors- See Through Chart, Blue Back Matte Chart, Sexy Ayu
-Norman Deep Little N: http://bit.ly/2acSLUd
Colors- Chart/Blue, Chartreuse Shad, Nutter Shad

Mid Cranks…
-Norman Deep Baby N: http://bit.ly/2O9CAcu
Colors- Chart Blue, Nutter Shad, Sexy Shad
-SPRO Rock Crawler 55: http://bit.ly/2BLmsVN
Colors- Phantom Green, Missouri Craw, MudBug

Hook and Split Ring Upgrades…
-Owner Hyperwire Size 3 Split Rings: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX
-Owner ST-56 Size 4 Trebles: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW
-Gamakatsu EWG Size 4 Trebles: http://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

Fluorocarbon Crankbait Combo…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR (7’6″ MH): http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL 150 XG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG
Line- Sunline Assassin Fluorocarbon 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Braid Crankbait Combo…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR (7’6″ MH): http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL 150 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

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…

#crankbait #tacticalbassin #Summerfishing

Post Spawn Bass Fishing Gear Review!

In today’s gear review we’re looking at a new worm, crankbait, swimbait, fishing line, and so much more! Whether you’re looking to catch a big fish, want to try something new, or maybe you need to do a better job of protecting your gear, there is something here for everyone. As we enter the post-spawn period between Spring and Summer bass become aggressive all over the country, its time to go fishing!

We’ve had a long Spring full of quarantines and closed lakes to let our tackle addictions run wild. Today’s video is the best of the best from all the tackle and equipment we’ve been trying lately. We tried to make selections that would benefit the largemouth angler, smallmouth angler, boat owner, traveler, and just about everyone in between.

Below are a list of the products in order of appearance throughout the video. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions for each item. We’ve included color and sizing recommendations where applicable.

Buzzbait…
-D&M Easy Roller Buzzbait: https://bit.ly/2SCqcmj
Favorite Colors- Night Stalker, Red Bug

Crankbait…
-Damiki BTC-60 Squarebill: https://bit.ly/35yagXK
Favorite Colors- Baby Bow, Threadfin Flash

Glidebait…
-Evergreen ES Drive: https://bit.ly/35Chb2g
Favorite Colors- Konoshiro, Innako

Plastic Worm…
-Keitech Mad Wag Long: https://bit.ly/3dkFMLl
Favorite Colors- JuneBug, Green Pumpkin, Blue Fleck

Lock…
-Durasafe E-Locks: https://bit.ly/2W8QeQz

Fishing Line…
-Sunline Crank FC: https://bit.ly/3fohguC
Favorite Sizes- 12 lb Squarebills, 14 lb Deep Cranks, 16 lb Large Deep Cranks

SpyBait…
-Duo Realis Spinbait 100: https://bit.ly/2Wx8qCo
Favorite Colors- BK Ayu, Ghost Minnow, River Bait

Hook Keeper…
-Cal Coast Cali Clip: http://bit.ly/2lNGGL9

Reel Bag…
-Plano Guide Series Reel Locker Bag: https://bit.ly/2WvH9A3

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 #lurereview #tackle

How To Catch Bigger Smallmouth (And Largemouth) – Everything You Need To Know – Finesse Bass Fishing

Smallmouth are amazing! They’re aggressive, even in cold water. They’re willing to migrate huge distances for food. When you set the hook they give you a ride that is unrivaled by the other bass. There is little wonder why so many anglers love Smallmouth bass fishing. Targeting these predators requires a finesse touch and some unique gear that is often overlooked for the other bass species.

While you can catch a smallmouth on virtually anything, the fish tend to favor clearer water and a true finesse touch will increase your odds dramatically. In today’s video Tim dives into his favorite finesse tactics and equipment for consistently targeting these bronze backs.

Below is a breakdown of the gear he discussed in order of appearance. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Finesse Swimbaits…
-Keitech Fat Swing Impact 4.3 and 3.8: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Chartreuse Blue, Crystal Shad, Goby, Smallmouth Magic
-Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

-2.8 keitech Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Tennessee Shad
-Dirty Jigs 1/8 oz Guppy Head 1/0: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

-Megabass 3″ Spark Shad: http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4
Colors: Purple Haze, Real, Silver Shad
-Megabass 1/16 oz Okashira Head: http://bit.ly/2EpluSA

-Megabass Dark Sleeper 2.4″ and 3″: http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT
Colors: Donko, Haze, Hanahaze Wakasagi

Spy Baits…
-Duo Realis Spin Bait 80: http://bit.ly/2oeVG1m
Colors: Ghost SX Shad, BK Ayu, Ghost Minnow

-Duo Realis Spin Bait 90: http://bit.ly/2nhw56N
Colors: Ghost Minnow, Purple Reign AM, Shiner AM

Hair Jigs…
-Outkast Tackle Feider Fly 3/32 (Black): http://bit.ly/2G7TBwj

Dropshot Worms…
-Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY
Colors: Chick Magnet, Green Pump Purp, Smoke Purp Flake
-Strike King Half Shell: http://bit.ly/2iR9awm
Colors: Morning Dawn, Magic, TW Green Pumpkin

Dropshot Rigging…
Light Wire Hook- Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1, 2): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Medium Wire Hook- Trokar Dropshot (Size 1, 2): http://bit.ly/2ahxJOr
Tungsten Tie-On Weight- Swagger Tear Drop (3/16): http://bit.ly/37AVcrx
Tungsten Dropshot Weight- Swagger Tear Drop (3/16): http://bit.ly/2V2B63h

Tubes…
-Dry Creek Tournament Tube 3.5″: http://bit.ly/2cJwI6r
Colors: Old Ugly, Mocha Copper Pepper, Crazy Eddie
-Big Bite Tour Tube 3.5″: http://bit.ly/32e23VR
Colors: Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Purple Copper Flk

Tube Heads…
-Bite me 60 degree Flat Eye Head (3/16): http://bit.ly/2diyVXK
-Provider Tackle 90 degree (3/16): http://bit.ly/2OAvYRv

Z Man Ned Rig Baits…
-Z Man Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR
Colors: Green Pumpkin Goby, Canada Craw, Mud Bug
-Z Man TRD BugZ: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE
Colors: Green Pumpkin, Mud Bug, Hot Snakes
-Z Man TRD TicklerZ: http://bit.ly/2mGyDAC
Colors: Green Pumpkin Goby, Canada Craw, Mud Bug

Other Ned Rig Worms…
-Xzone Ned Zone stick Bait 3″: http://bit.ly/2mRiYhF
Colors: 309, Green Pump Purple, Minnow Magic
-Roboworm Ned Worm 3″: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy
Colors: Desert Craw, TW Black Blue Pumpkin
-Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd
Colors: Super Bug, Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core

Ned Heads…
Tungsten- Swagger Flanders Head 1/6 oz: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M
Lead- Z Man Ned LockZ HD Head: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Stick Baits…
-5″ Yamamoto Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Colors: Baby Bass, Crushed Goby, Electric Worm
-5″ Yum Dinger: http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF
Colors: Elders Magic, Green Pumpkin, Ozark Smoke

Stick Bait Rigging…
-G7 O-Rings 7MM: http://bit.ly/2PWEkUs
-G7 O Ring Tool: http://bit.ly/2PRMNrG
-Owner Jungle Wacky Weedless Hook: https://bit.ly/2VKZl9U
-Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap Hook: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Tim’s Favorite Keitech Combo…
Rod- G Loomis GLX 853C JWR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT
Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB
Line- Sunline Sniper 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Tim’s Favorite Ultra-Finesse Combo…
Rod- Shimano Conquest 902S SJR: http://bit.ly/2BiGUNi
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line- Sunline SX1 Braid 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Tim’s Feider Combo…
Rod- Daiwa Tatula Elite AGS 7’6″ ML: http://bit.ly/2QHupT9
Reel- Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line- Sunline 6 lb Sniper Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

#smallmouth #bassfishing #beginner

Where Do Bass Go After They Spawn? (And How To Catch Them During The Spring To Summer Transition)

Did your big fish disappear? We can help! If the big bass vanished after they finished spawning you are not alone! Matt breaks fisheries down into 4 categories and explains exactly what is happening and what will happen next in all 4 fisheries. He then goes on to explain his favorite baits for each scenario and how to use them effectively. If you’re ready to get ahead of the fish and continue catching bass into the Summer, this video is for you!

Fisheries around the country can be broken down into Highland Reservoirs, Lowland Reservoirs, Streams/Rivers (includes tidal fisheries), and Natural Lakes (includes ponds). All 4 of these water bodies behaves differently but all are predictable. The guys have spent decades following bass movements and are very comfortable predicting their patterns throughout the seasons.

Below you’ll find a breakdown of the baits Matt discussed in the video. He’ll begin with the actual bait he was showing in each category but may include an additional bait or two that will work great as an alternative. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see close up photos and detailed product descriptions.

Frogs…
-River2Sea Bully Wa 2 (Little Allen): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
-Jackall Gavacho (Chart Strike Gill): http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS
-Jackall Kaera (Glitter Hasu): http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Senkos/Flukes…
-Zoom Super Fluke (Smokin Shad): http://bit.ly/2aqys0H
-Yamamoto 5″ Senko (Green Pumpkin Blk Flake): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Muddy Water Colors: Chartreuse Pearl (Fluke), Junebug (Senko)

Spinnerbaits…
-Damiki TOT Spinnerbait 1/2 oz (Smelt Shad): http://bit.ly/38cxmD6
-Keitech 4.3″ Fat Swing Impact Swimbait (Pro Blue Red Pearl): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Swim Jig…
-Dirty Jigs California Swim Jig 3/8 oz (Crappie): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx
-River2Sea D Walker 100/120 (White Ice): http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz
Clear Water Colors: Tactical Shad, Blue Glimmer

Deep Diving Crankbaits…
-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M
Colors: Chartreuse Sexy Shad, Sexy Blue Back Herring
-Azuma Z Boss 20,22 and 24: http://bit.ly/2poLKUC
Colors: Grand Shad, Goldie Lox, Ole Blue

Football Jig…
-Dirty Jigs Finesse Football 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm
Colors: Green Pumpkin Craw, Bever Craw, Go To
-Keitech Tungsten Football Jig 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1
Colors: Dark Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Black

Jig Trailers…
-Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx
Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Summer Craw
-Striking King Rage Chunk: http://bit.ly/2Hd4MFA
Colors: Blue Craw, Summer Craw
-Yamamoto Double Tail Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p
Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple and Copper

Great All-Around Summer Fishing Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’2″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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Equipment We Recommend…

#fishing #bassfishing #Summer