Tag: dropshot for bass

Buyer's Guide: Best Dropshot Baits and Gear!

Today’s Buyer’s Guide is all about dropshotting! The dropshot is a reliable way to catch bass throughout the year. Paired with the right baits, it can produce big bass as well. We’ve selected a handful of baits for this video that work exceptionally well at different times of year and in different conditions. Come along as we dial in the dropshot.

This rig can excel when the water is cold. When nothing else is working the dropshot can keep getting bit. The key is knowing which baits will give you the action you’re looking for, and how to work them. A lot of anglers over-work the dropshot, meaning they shake it way too much. In the cold months in particular, the dropshot is all about a soft touch and subtle presentation. As the water warms in Spring, you can mix up the presentation with more movement and different baits to continue seeing success.

Below you’ll find links to our favorite baits in the order they were discussed in the video. We’ve also included color recommendations, favorite hooks and weights for properly rigging the baits, and some of our favorite rods and reels for fishing this technique. All of the links go directly to TackleWarehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

The Worms…
-Roboworm Fat Straight Tail Worm: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM
Colors: MM3, Peoples Worm, Prism Shad

-Big Bite Smallie Smasher: http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY
Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple, Green Pump, org, blk, pro blue flake

-Reaction Innovations Flirt 4.95: http://bit.ly/2CMB33J
Colors: Spanish Fly, Morning Dawn

-Strike King Dream Shot: http://bit.ly/2aAoUoR
Colors: Triple Magic, Prism Shad, Desert Craw

-Damiki Armor Shad 3″: http://bit.ly/2VQ7g6o
Colors: Rp Blue Pearl, Pure Gill, American Shad

-Keitech Easy Shiner 3″: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H
Colors: TW Pro Blue, Electric Shad, TW Ghost Shad

-Reaction Innovations Shiver Shot: http://bit.ly/2JCpY7S
Colors: SunGill, Bad Shad Green

-Strike King Half Shell: http://bit.ly/2iR9awm
Colors: Morning Dawn, Green Pumpkin Purple

Favorite Dropshot Hooks…
Light Wire- Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1 or 2): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Heavy Wire- Trokar Dropshot (Size 1 or 2): http://bit.ly/2ahxJOr
Weedless- Owner Cover Shot (Size 1 or 1/0): http://bit.ly/2ISr7bR

Favorite Weights…
Tungsten- Swagger Pencil (Black): http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx
Lead- QuickDrops Drop Shot: http://bit.ly/2BjFCp3

Tim’s Favorite Combo…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 822S DSR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line- Sunline SX-1 Braid 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Matt’s Favorite Combo…
Rod- Megabass Orochi XX WhipSnake: http://bit.ly/2XkVoej
Reel- Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2PDlKlB
Line- Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget-Friendly Dropshot Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’6″ Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn
Reel- Shimano NASCI 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC
Line- Power Pro 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W
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

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
-Creature Baits: https://youtu.be/YETFbtDnkys
-Ned Rigs: https://youtu.be/2dph_2GZbKg
-Deep Diving Crankbaits: https://youtu.be/pZPEsvdSZBg
-Big Swimbaits: https://youtu.be/pvdpFgAbU8Q
-High End Combos: https://youtu.be/qsnnWKINVqM
-$500 Combos: https://youtu.be/GWyFdKu0nYc
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
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 Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
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: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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!

#bassfishing #dropshot #worm

Buyer's Guide: Best Dropshot Baits and Gear!

Today’s Buyer’s Guide is all about dropshotting! The dropshot is a reliable way to catch bass throughout the year. Paired with the right baits, it can produce big bass as well. We’ve selected a handful of baits for this video that work exceptionally well at different times of year and in different conditions. Come along as we dial in the dropshot.

This rig can excel when the water is cold. When nothing else is working the dropshot can keep getting bit. The key is knowing which baits will give you the action you’re looking for, and how to work them. A lot of anglers over-work the dropshot, meaning they shake it way too much. In the cold months in particular, the dropshot is all about a soft touch and subtle presentation. As the water warms in Spring, you can mix up the presentation with more movement and different baits to continue seeing success.

Below you’ll find links to our favorite baits in the order they were discussed in the video. We’ve also included color recommendations, favorite hooks and weights for properly rigging the baits, and some of our favorite rods and reels for fishing this technique. All of the links go directly to TackleWarehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

The Worms…
-Roboworm Fat Straight Tail Worm: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM
Colors: MM3, Peoples Worm, Prism Shad

-Big Bite Smallie Smasher: http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY
Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple, Green Pump, org, blk, pro blue flake

-Reaction Innovations Flirt 4.95: http://bit.ly/2CMB33J
Colors: Spanish Fly, Morning Dawn

-Strike King Dream Shot: http://bit.ly/2aAoUoR
Colors: Triple Magic, Prism Shad, Desert Craw

-Damiki Armor Shad 3″: http://bit.ly/2VQ7g6o
Colors: Rp Blue Pearl, Pure Gill, American Shad

-Keitech Easy Shiner 3″: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H
Colors: TW Pro Blue, Electric Shad, TW Ghost Shad

-Reaction Innovations Shiver Shot: http://bit.ly/2JCpY7S
Colors: SunGill, Bad Shad Green

-Strike King Half Shell: http://bit.ly/2iR9awm
Colors: Morning Dawn, Green Pumpkin Purple

Favorite Dropshot Hooks…
Light Wire- Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1 or 2): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Heavy Wire- Trokar Dropshot (Size 1 or 2): http://bit.ly/2ahxJOr
Weedless- Owner Cover Shot (Size 1 or 1/0): http://bit.ly/2ISr7bR

Favorite Weights…
Tungsten- Swagger Pencil (Black): http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx
Lead- QuickDrops Drop Shot: http://bit.ly/2BjFCp3

Tim’s Favorite Combo…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 822S DSR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line- Sunline SX-1 Braid 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Matt’s Favorite Combo…
Rod- Megabass Orochi XX WhipSnake: http://bit.ly/2XkVoej
Reel- Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2PDlKlB
Line- Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget-Friendly Dropshot Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’6″ Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn
Reel- Shimano NASCI 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC
Line- Power Pro 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W
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

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
-Creature Baits: https://youtu.be/YETFbtDnkys
-Ned Rigs: https://youtu.be/2dph_2GZbKg
-Deep Diving Crankbaits: https://youtu.be/pZPEsvdSZBg
-Big Swimbaits: https://youtu.be/pvdpFgAbU8Q
-High End Combos: https://youtu.be/qsnnWKINVqM
-$500 Combos: https://youtu.be/GWyFdKu0nYc
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
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 Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
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: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
________________________________________________________________

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!

#bassfishing #dropshot #worm

Spring Bass Fishing LIVE On Lake Berryessa! Raw Fishing Footage!

Come along for an afternoon of uncut bass fishing on Lake Berryessa! We have a mix of prespawn and spawning bass with perfect conditions for a fun afternoon of fishing catching! With the virus causing lock downs, shelter in place orders, and quarantines, a lot of us just need to go fishing and clear our heads. Unfortunately not everyone is able get out right now so Tim headed to the lake and is bringing us along for the action. Forget your current circumstances, kick back, and just enjoy the time on the water. If you don’t have time to watch the whole video, jump through the time stamps below for the highlights. Let’s go fishing!

Today’s video is full of action! Tim catches a bunch of fish, sees some GIANT largemouth, and has a great time on the water. Here are the cut points to the highlights, click on the time stamps to jump to those points in the video.

-1st Fish Catch – 7:10
-Talking About School Shut Downs – 9:00
-2nd Fish Catch – 15:30
-LOSES The Same Fish TWICE Then Catches Him – 21:40
-Tim spots A GIANT Bass! – 29:05
-4th Fish Catch – 36:15
-5th Fish Catch -1:00:20
-Lakemaster Chips and Suspending Bass – 1:03:45
-Backlash Removal Trick You need To Try! – 1:09:30
-Final Fish Catch On Keitech Swimbait 1:12:08

If you enjoyed this style of video let us know in the comments! We’re here to help you through this tough time with a steady stream of distraction and fishing information! We will not let our videos lapse despite our own lakes being shut down. Stay strong Tactical Family!

Below is a breakdown of the lures and equipment used in the video, in order of appearance to make it easy for you to follow along. See something you like or want to check out? All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included color recommendations where relevant.

Dropshot Rig…
Bait- Reaction Innovations Flirt Worm: http://bit.ly/2CMB33J
Favorite Colors… Violator, Spring Break, Morning Dawn
Hook- Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Weight- Swagger Tungsten Tie-One Pencil Weight 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2YAoMuv

Jig…
Bait- Bass Patrol Football 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x
Favorite Colors… Brown/Purple, Brown/Orange, Brown/Green Pumpkin
Trailer- Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd

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

Glide Bait…
Bait- S-Waver 168 (TW Phantom Trout): http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Hook Upgrade- Owner ST-56 3X (size 2): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW
Split Ring Upgrade- Owner Hyperwire Size 5: http://bit.ly/2aTH3f1

Larger PaddleTail Swimbait…
Bait- Keitech 4.3″ Fat Swing Impact (Goby): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Head- Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head 3/8 oz (Naked Shad): http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Tim’s Dropshot Combo…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 822S DSR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line- Sunline SX1 Braid 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

“Bang For The Buck” Dropshot Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7′ Medium Light Spinning: http://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel- Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line- 8 lb Sunline Sniper: 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
________________________________________________________________

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!

#bassfishing #springfishing #dropshot

Raw Fishing Footage! Spring Bass Fishing LIVE On Lake Berryessa!

Come along for an afternoon of uncut bass fishing on Lake Berryessa! We have a mix of prespawn and spawning bass with perfect conditions for a fun afternoon of fishing catching! With the virus causing lock downs, shelter in place orders, and quarantines, a lot of us just need to go fishing and clear our heads. Unfortunately not everyone is able get out right now so Tim headed to the lake and is bringing us along for the action. Forget your current circumstances, kick back, and just enjoy the time on the water. If you don’t have time to watch the whole video, jump through the time stamps below for the highlights. Let’s go fishing!

Today’s video is full of action! Tim catches a bunch of fish, sees some GIANT largemouth, and has a great time on the water. Here are the cut points to the highlights, click on the time stamps to jump to those points in the video.

-1st Fish Catch – 7:10
-Talking About School Shut Downs – 9:00
-2nd Fish Catch – 15:30
-LOSES The Same Fish TWICE Then Catches Him – 21:40
-Tim spots A GIANT Bass! – 29:05
-4th Fish Catch – 36:15
-5th Fish Catch -1:00:20
-Lakemaster Chips and Suspending Bass – 1:03:45
-Backlash Removal Trick You need To Try! – 1:09:30
-Final Fish Catch On Keitech Swimbait 1:12:08

If you enjoyed this style of video let us know in the comments! We’re here to help you through this tough time with a steady stream of distraction and fishing information! We will not let our videos lapse despite our own lakes being shut down. Stay strong Tactical Family!

Below is a breakdown of the lures and equipment used in the video, in order of appearance to make it easy for you to follow along. See something you like or want to check out? All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included color recommendations where relevant.

Dropshot Rig…
Bait- Reaction Innovations Flirt Worm: http://bit.ly/2CMB33J
Favorite Colors… Violator, Spring Break, Morning Dawn
Hook- Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Weight- Swagger Tungsten Tie-One Pencil Weight 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2YAoMuv

Jig…
Bait- Bass Patrol Football 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x
Favorite Colors… Brown/Purple, Brown/Orange, Brown/Green Pumpkin
Trailer- Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd

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

Glide Bait…
Bait- S-Waver 168 (TW Phantom Trout): http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Hook Upgrade- Owner ST-56 3X (size 2): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW
Split Ring Upgrade- Owner Hyperwire Size 5: http://bit.ly/2aTH3f1

Larger PaddleTail Swimbait…
Bait- Keitech 4.3″ Fat Swing Impact (Goby): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Head- Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head 3/8 oz (Naked Shad): http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Tim’s Dropshot Combo…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 822S DSR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line- Sunline SX1 Braid 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

“Bang For The Buck” Dropshot Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7′ Medium Light Spinning: http://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel- Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line- 8 lb Sunline Sniper: 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
_________________________________________________________________

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
________________________________________________________________

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!

#bassfishing #springfishing #dropshot