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Bank Fishing and Kayaking Small River For Bass and Musky!

This creek is FULL of bass and musky! Come along as we drift a new river in search of anything that will bite! We find smallmouth, largemouth, and GIANT muskie as we kayak through deep pools and shallow riffles. With no expectations and no information we adapt to the changing conditions, catching fish on everything from topwater to crankbaits. We even get the opportunity to throw big baits at some fired up musky!

Today’s video is all about relaxing and having a good time. When we arrived in East Tennessee we knew that river drifting in the kayaks was going to be a great opportunity for all sorts of species and this is our first chance to get out and try it. We anticipated big smallmouth in this stream but we had no idea that 4’ long predators would be lurking in every pool! Thankfully Matt had packed a travel rod and a couple big baits just in case… while he never connected on a musky, he had multiple opportunities throughout the day as fish chased and reacted to his glide bait.

If you’ve never considered travel rods they’re a great option for bringing rods along in tight spaces like the kayak. We use travel rods when traveling out of the country but they’ve proven to be invaluable for last second trips. Because they pack down so small they’re great for keeping in the car, truck, or kayak “just in case”.

Below you’ll find a breakdown of the gear we were using throughout the day including the rods, travel rods, and kayaks. The bait and equipment links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. The kayak link goes directly to the manufacturer’s website where you can get more information on the Sportsman Series kayak.

Topwater…
-Megabass Pop X Popper: https://bit.ly/3i9T3sg
-River2Sea Whopper Plopper 75 (Phantom Shad): http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Ned Rig…
Bait- Roboworm 3″ (Black Blue Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy
Hook- Swagger Tungsten 1/8 oz Ned Head: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M

Stick Bait…
Bait- Yamamoto 4″ Senko (Watermelon): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Hook- Gamakatsu Weedless Finesse Wide Gap Size 1: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Finesse Swimbait…
Bait- Keitech 4″ Easy Shiner: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H
Hook- Dirty Jigs 1/8 oz Guppy Head 1/0: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Crankbait…
Bait- Megabass Super-Z Z1 Squarebill: https://bit.ly/2Y9dkHB
Colors: Mat Craw 2, Wild Craw

Glidebait…
Bait- River2Sea S-Waver 200: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Color: Bone

Kayak…
Old Town Sportsman Autopilot 136: https://bit.ly/3h9ngaS

Finesse Crankbait Combo…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 7’2″ Deep Flex 864 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8
Line- Sunline Assassin 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Finesse Spinning Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 6’10” Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Reel- Shimano Ultegra 1000: http://bit.ly/2nfApml
Line- Power Pro 15 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget Finesse Spinning Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7′ Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn
Reel- Shimano NASCI 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 8 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Travel Rods are an amazing option when space and storage are an issue. Today Matt was using an older version of an F5 Swimbait travel rod paired with a Tranx 300 casting reel. There are a variety of widely available travel rods at various budgets to meet the needs of every angler. If you’re interested in giving them a try here are some of our favorites.

Travels Rods…
High End Casting- Megabass Triza Series: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au
Budget Casting- Daiwa Ardito TR Travel: https://bit.ly/36f22pT
Budget Spinning- Daiwa Ardito TR Travel: https://bit.ly/3n3MIT2

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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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 Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: http://bit.ly/2FNdnQr
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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Senko and Topwater – Kayak Bass Fishing A Small Backwater Creek

Let’s go fishing! Tim is in a small creek with crystal clear water that dumps into a big murky water lake. He’s targeting post spawn bass with a Senko, popper, dropshot, and swimbait. The bass moved into this creek to spawn but now they’re feeding along the lay downs and overhanging brush before returning to the main lake. Whether you prefer a kayak, a bass boat, or walking the shore bank fishing, you’ll enjoy Tim’s tips on saving money while catching fish.

Tim started the day hoping for a quick reaction bite but it wasn’t in the cards. He quickly switched to a wacky rigged senko and caught a ton of fish! The key here is to understand that he was still on the same water. We often push for the reaction bite but when you have limited areas to fish its best to adapt to the conditions. By giving up the topwater and fast moving baits Tim suddenly found himself surrounded with willing fish. While they weren’t in the mood to chase, the slow falling senko proved more than they could resist.

Below is a breakdown of the 4 lures that Tim brought on the kayak. He kept it simple but was still able to cover all his bases and adapt to changing conditions. The links go to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Senko…
Worm- Yamamoto 5″ Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Colors: Green Pump/Watermelon Lam, Bama Bug
Hook- Owner Weedless Sniper Finesse 1/0: https://bit.ly/2zXirRH
O-Ring Tool- O Rigger: http://bit.ly/2wtX7M8
O-Rings- O Rigger Rings: http://bit.ly/2h5MhX2

Topwater…
-Megabass Pop Max (Mat Shad): http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Dropshot…
Worm- Roboworm 6″ Straight Tail (Oxblood Red Flake): http://bit.ly/2awYSxM
Hook- Owner Mosquito (Size 1/0): http://bit.ly/2fqYFCR
Weight- Swagger Tungsten 1/4 oz Tie-On Weight: http://bit.ly/2YAoMuv

GlideBait…
-River2Sea S-Waver 168/200: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Color: Warden Hitch

Senko Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7′ Medium: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line- Sunline XPlasma Dark Green Braid 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2OR5i2j
Leader- Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Drosphot Casting Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’2″ Medium Light+: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 20 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Kayak Setup…
Kayak- Old Town Predator PDL: http://bit.ly/2WyVQka
Graph- Humminbird Helix 7: http://bit.ly/2SoFl8a
Anchor- Anchor Wizard: Source Locally

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 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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Tim Flips His Kayak In COLD Water!! Spring Bass Fishing FAIL!

Tim paddled out into Clearlake in search of big bass. He got more than he bargained for! He started out catching a few fish on a post-front afternoon with a light chop but it changed in a second when a boat wake caught him from behind. Thankfully he was wearing his life jacket but his gear wasn’t so lucky!

Despite the cold swim, the video starts with some Spring fishing tips as Tim works his way along the bank. He switches between a lipless crankbait, a worm, and a small underspin swimbait in search of bass on what proves to be a very tough afternoon. Not knowing what was to come he catches a nice bass, followed by a crappie. The most important bit of information you can glean from this video is to always wear your life jacket!!

We’ve been guilty of taking our life jackets off from time to time, just like everyone else. This is a serious reminder of how quickly the situation can change! Tim never saw the wave coming and in a blink he was in the water. Temperatures were in the 50’s and he was no where near shore when it happened. If not for a passing boater the situation could have been much more dangerous. In the end, Tim lost 4 rod and reel combos, a new IPhone, two GoPro 8’s, and a lot of tackle. Oops!

Below are links to some of our more successful kayak outings, including Matt catching a 10 lber from the yak! We also included links to the baits Tim was throwing prior to flipping the kayak, and links to the exact inflatable life jackets that we wear on the boat because they’re incredible comfortable and low profile.

Kayak Videos…
Matt’s 10 lber From the Kayak: https://youtu.be/bNTZvcyep-0
Tiny Creek Kayaking for BIG Smallmouth: https://youtu.be/6k76sDqv7hA
Whopper Plopper Fishing From The Kayak: https://youtu.be/qVrUAzAZwWE
Summer Topwater Madness! Awesome Kayak Fishing: https://youtu.be/QpGrXiY5t0c

Tim’s Baits…
Lipless Crankbait- Lucky Craft LV-500 (Ghost Minnow): http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd
Alabama Rig- Hog Farmer Flex BFL: https://bit.ly/2WtLCVK
Underspin- Cool Baits 1/8 oz Down Under: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA
Swimbait- Keitech 2.8″ Fat Swing Impact (TW Ghost Shad): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Tim’s Spinning Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7′ Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel- Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line- Power Pro 15 lb (Hi Vis Yellow) Braid: http://bit.ly/2g9c2GV
Leader- Sunline Sniper 8 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Lifejackets…
Inflatable Life Jacket- Mustang Elite Inflatable PFD: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Budget Inflatable- Onyx TW A-24 Auto Inflatable Life Jacket: https://bit.ly/3aySOUw

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…