Tag: river fishing

Late Winter Fishing: A-Rigs On Chickamauga

Come along as we target late Winter largemouth! We’ve got a variety of baits rigged up and 3 different patterns to run but it doesn’t take long for the A-Rig to stand out from the crowd! Watch how small adjustments make all the difference while targeting these Winter Bass.

If you missed last week’s video on how to rig up A-Rigs for Winter bass, you can see it here: https://youtu.be/-WRXVEUXfg8. In that video we discussed how to modify your rigs to get the most action in cold water. All of those tips were in full force this evening as the bass ate right on the twitches of the rig. It was also interesting to note the fish consistently went for the smaller, softer baits instead of the keitechs we typically throw.

Matt adapted with the changing conditions, dialed in the rig, and was able to catch a handful of quality fish in this quick evening session on the Tennessee River. The different baits he was fishing, along with the rods and reels are all linked in the description below. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Matt’s A-Rig…
Rig- HogFarmer BFL Flex: https://bit.ly/2WtLCVK
Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait 1/8 oz: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Baits- 13 Fishing Churro 3.5″ (Blue Collar): https://bit.ly/2LLeRA6

Other Flexible A-Rigs…
-HogFarmer Harvester Flex Rig: https://bit.ly/2x7QPb4
-G Funk Baits Cali Rig: http://bit.ly/2nD76fw
-G Funk Baits Cali Bladed Rig: http://bit.ly/2rZhST7

Blade Bait…
-Damiki Vault 1/2 oz (Spot Black): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Map Cards…
Humminbird- Lakemaster Plus: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc
Lowrance- Hot Maps Platinum: http://bit.ly/2ZitTiR

Matt’s A-Rig Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’5″ Heavy: https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW
**The Zodias Rod Can Be Backordered and should arrive soon**
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K (HG): http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline FC-100 Shock Leader 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Budget A-Rig Combo…
Rod- Shimano SLX 7’5″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO
Reel- Shimano SLX XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line- Power Pro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader: Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
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We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here…

TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
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Major Equipment We Use Daily…

Trolling Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex 112: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics- Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Anchors- Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Net- Frabill Conservation PLD 2612: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Camera- GoPro Hero 9: http://bit.ly/2KQ0VEI

Favorite Tools and Gear…

Favorite Storage Box: https://bit.ly/3kngvEG
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2MpUBEr
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/2JyvFJI
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
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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 #AlabamaRig #Chickamauga

New Boat For 2021!! Aluminum Jet Boat!

Let’s go exploring! This aluminum boat has been Matt’s dream for 3 years! While fast bass boats and advanced technologies are important parts of bass fishing, there is something to be said for a basic aluminum that can run in skinny water, away from the crowds. Come along as Matt shows his new (used) aluminum boat and talks about where TacticalBassin is headed in 2021!

The boat is a War Eagle 1754 With a Yamaha 4 Stroke 70 HP motor. Its going to allow Matt and Tim to explore backwaters, ponds, rivers, and creeks, that could never be explored with the bass boat or even the kayak. They will be able to venture into new areas, reach untouched fish (hopefully) and take you along on all kinds of adventures! Matt is keeping the boat very simple. He’s installing a depth finder and a trolling motor so the guys can fish comfortably, but that will be the extent of the technology.

When its time for advanced videos, the guys will be in their bass boats. When its time to just go fishing and have a good time, they’ll be in the aluminum, and when its time to pick apart places that can’t be reached by either one, they’ll be in the kayaks.

Below you’ll find links to the handful of upgrades Matt is making to the boat, along with some of his favorite tools and equipment that he put into the boat for safety and reliability. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Depth Finder…
-Humminbird Helix 7 G3: http://bit.ly/2SoFl8a

Trolling Motor…
-Minn Kota Ultrex 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2NPTY6c

Life Jackets…
-Mustang Survival Elite Inflatable PFD: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP

Tools…
-Rapala Long Reach Pliers: https://bit.ly/2MpUBEr
-Gerber Neat Freak Braid Scissors: https://bit.ly/2JyvFJI
-Texas Tackle Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
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Want TacticalBassin Apparel?

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here…

TacticalBassin Apparel and Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
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Major Equipment We Use Daily…

Trolling Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex 112: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics- Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Anchors- Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Net- Frabill Conservation PLD 2612: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Camera- GoPro Hero 9: http://bit.ly/2KQ0VEI

Favorite Tools and Gear…

Favorite Storage Box: https://bit.ly/3kngvEG
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2MpUBEr
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/2JyvFJI
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
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#boating #jetboat #tacticalbassin

Are We Fishing Your Lake In 2021?!

The New Year is here and we’re getting back on the road! 2020 was crazy for all of us. Some lost loved ones, others lost jobs, some found human kindness where it was least expected, and a few stuck some big fish in the midst of the chaos. What does 2021 hold for TacticalBassin? Let’s find out!

We’re getting back out on the road in 2021. Living in a new part of the country, we’ve got all kinds of new goals. From big bass, to big striper and musky, the options are almost endless. We have plans to fish across the South, put more time into Florida, and even fish our way up the Eastern seaboard. If we’ve never been to a lake near you before, you just might see us this year!

What are your goals for 2021? The key to consistent success is goal setting. Plan for success, follow through, and you will find success. Maybe you want to catch a new personal best? Maybe you want to master a technique? Whatever it is, leave a comment and let us know your goals because putting them into writing will increase your chances of success dramatically.

In case you missed some of our content in 2020, here were a handful of our favorite videos, starting with yesterday’s teaser video from Guyana.

-Mayhem In South America! *Teaser* : https://youtu.be/qF5NJWhzO8I
-Swimbait Fishing For Bass (Full Seminar): https://youtu.be/oIck1onpMNs
-Awesome Bank Fishing Tips: https://youtu.be/cc2p4-JNYJQ
-Insane Underwater Footage Of Bass Eating Worms: https://youtu.be/PUpt6pmx5wI
-How To Catch Bass With Plastic Worms (Underwater Footage): https://youtu.be/-yFLZwSYFcY
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Want TacticalBassin Apparel?

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here…

TacticalBassin Apparel and Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
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Major Equipment We Use Daily…

Trolling Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex 112: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics- Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Anchors- Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Net- Frabill Conservation PLD 2612: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Camera- GoPro Hero 9: http://bit.ly/2KQ0VEI

Favorite Tools and Gear…

Favorite Storage Box: https://bit.ly/3kngvEG
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2MpUBEr
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/2JyvFJI
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
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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 #travel #2021

MAYHEM In South America!! *Teaser*

An adventure of a lifetime! In early 2020, eight friends set out into the jungles of Guyana in search of the largest freshwater fish in the world! There were rumors of GIANT Arapaima that could only be targeting with artificials. There were other rumors of world record Peacock Bass, Giant Vampire Fish, and Huge wolf Fish! Eight friends headed into the jungle with huge plans, none of them were disappointed!

Coming soon… Mayhem In South America!! An Adventure Of A Lifetime!

Are you pumped up?! Want to watch a full-length video right now while you wait? Here are some of our craziest videos to date! Every one of them is absolute chaos and full of big fish!!

-Is Bass Fishing In Mexico Worth It? https://youtu.be/zcoKDc7-EfE
-More 10 lb+ Bass Than Any Other Video, Ever! https://youtu.be/yEcDrrLP4jE
-Fishing Tiny Backwaters For Angry Bass! (Florida Everglades) https://youtu.be/tdXSbNJ1Jio
-New Personal Best!! (GIANT STRIPED BASS): https://youtu.be/7oMip1AEq-c
-TacticalBassin On The Great Lakes: https://youtu.be/OgUIdNXGWDc

Wondering what these jungle giants were eating? Its not the crazy baits you might expect… most of them ate bass lures! Here are some of the primary baits we used to target Monster Arapaima and Peacock Bass.

-Jackall Gantarel: http://bit.ly/2adZI3R
-Megabass Vatalion: http://bit.ly/367AOxD
-Lucky Craft Magnum Crankbait: http://bit.ly/2yaomxB

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
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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!

#Arapaima #Amazon #PeacockBass

How to Locate Crappie on a NEW Lake | Bridge Fishing (Lake Fork Tour ep.1)

Finding crappie a new lake or river doesn’t have to be rocket science. I show you the best place to start fishing …a bridge.
-FC

www.petestackleshop.com *10% OFF CODE: crappie

MY SETUP:
12 FT ACC Crappie Stix – //bit.ly/2KyswnV
1000 Piscifun Carbon X – https://amzn.to/343sr88
10lb Braid – https://amzn.to/2LrvikS
Underspin Jigs + Plastics – www.petestackleshop.com

Davis Lenzen
P.O Box 42
808 Heggen St
Hudson, WI 54016

EMAIL FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES: floppingcrappie1@gmail.com

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Spinning Rods —————————- ACC Crappie Stix //bit.ly/2KyswnV
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Cold Rain Gear——————————https://amzn.to/2K0B4Jq
Ice Fishing Suit—————————–https://amzn.to/3mZbKSz

Boat Equipment*
LiveScope system————————https://bit.ly/3ig3ewf
Bow Sonar———————————–https://bit.ly/2DLaiSG
Dash Sonar———————————-https://bit.ly/2ZyoVQJ
Trolling Motor——————————https://bit.ly/398pnLr

Camera Gear*
Drone——————————————https://amzn.to/2K3Kzrr
Big Camera———————————https://amzn.to/39Rwxnr
Gopro—————————————–https://amzn.to/36UPBPH
LAV Mic————————————-https://amzn.to/3mZyphH
Cheap Gopro——————————https://amzn.to/36XoJia
Lens——————————————https://amzn.to/3lUADxp
Editing Software————————https://amzn.to/2VPnWJM
Big Camera Mic————————-https://amzn.to/3mZ7oLc
Small Tripod——————————https://amzn.to/2VUW4E1
Big Tripod———————————-https://amzn.to/3m07hOe
Wide Lens———————————https://amzn.to/3gxQukI

**AMAZON AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of above links are Amazon Associate links in which I may earn a commission through the purchase of products using the above links**

BEST Location to catch Crappie on a NEW Lake |Bridge Fishing (Lake Fork Tour ep.1)

Traveling to a new lake or river to catch crappie? The best place to start is by fishing a bridge…
-FC

www.petestackleshop.com *10% OFF CODE: crappie

MY SETUP:
12 FT ACC Crappie Stix – //bit.ly/2KyswnV
1000 Piscifun Carbon X – https://amzn.to/343sr88
10lb Braid – https://amzn.to/2LrvikS
Underspin Jigs + Plastics – www.petestackleshop.com

Davis Lenzen
P.O Box 42
808 Heggen St
Hudson, WI 54016

EMAIL FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES: floppingcrappie1@gmail.com

Follow me on these SWEET Social Media apps!!

INSTAGRAM—————————— http://bit.ly/2BOA45W

FACEBOOK ——————————- http://bit.ly/2BOAXeM

TWITTER ——————————–http://bit.ly/2C7hDoA

Fishing Gear*
Spinning Rods —————————- ACC Crappie Stix //bit.ly/2KyswnV
Casting Rod———————————-https://amzn.to/3got94G
Favorite Reel ——————————- https://amzn.to/36TBudI
Casting Reel———————————https://amzn.to/33Va7hs
Tackle BackPack ————————-https://amzn.to/37Khvxg
Light Rain Gear—————————–https://amzn.to/3qCCXgc
Cold Rain Gear——————————https://amzn.to/2K0B4Jq
Ice Fishing Suit—————————–https://amzn.to/3mZbKSz

Boat Equipment*
LiveScope system————————https://bit.ly/3ig3ewf
Bow Sonar———————————–https://bit.ly/2DLaiSG
Dash Sonar———————————-https://bit.ly/2ZyoVQJ
Trolling Motor——————————https://bit.ly/398pnLr

Camera Gear*
Drone——————————————https://amzn.to/2K3Kzrr
Big Camera———————————https://amzn.to/39Rwxnr
Gopro—————————————–https://amzn.to/36UPBPH
LAV Mic————————————-https://amzn.to/3mZyphH
Cheap Gopro——————————https://amzn.to/36XoJia
Lens——————————————https://amzn.to/3lUADxp
Editing Software————————https://amzn.to/2VPnWJM
Big Camera Mic————————-https://amzn.to/3mZ7oLc
Small Tripod——————————https://amzn.to/2VUW4E1
Big Tripod———————————-https://amzn.to/3m07hOe
Wide Lens———————————https://amzn.to/3gxQukI

**AMAZON AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of above links are Amazon Associate links in which I may earn a commission through the purchase of products using the above links**

TWO BIG MUSKY from the Kayak! Southern Musky Fishing!

Today we’re fishing a small river for BIG musky! Muskie live in many of the lakes and streams in Eastern Tennessee and are far less pressured than their Northern cousins. They’ve been on Matt’s radar since his first trip to the region and today he’s on a mission to finally catch one (or two) from the kayak!

Known as the fish of 10,000 casts, the musky can be a very frustrating adversary. However, we know from years of trophy bass fishing with swimbaits that numbers like “10,000 casts” often represent a misunderstanding of the fish. With both bass and musky, once an angler understands their habits and feeding windows the time required to catch a trophy fish can be cut dramatically. They may never become “easy” to catch, but they’ll become much more predictable.

Matt focused his efforts on 3 presentations. He fished a Savage Gear 4-play (swimbait), A R2S Whopper Plopper 190 (Topwater) and a Blue Fox Spinner (Bucktail). He really wanted to catch his first musky on a swimbait after getting short struck on the last river drift with Tim but in the end, all 3 bites came on the bucktail.

Below you’ll find links to all of the available baits and gear Matt was using throughout the day. If you want to catch a musky of your own, some of the items, like the 30″ custom 135 lb Leader, were hand tied by Matt and would need to be fabricated on your own to be replicated. For the rest of the gear, the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

The Baits…
-Savage Gear 4 Play 200 (Hitch): https://bit.ly/3j97oWc
-River2Sea Whopper Plopper 190 (Perch): http://bit.ly/2a7ipHL
-Blue Fox Vibrax Super Boy (Black/Silver): Source Locally

Hook and Hardware Upgrades…
Hooks- Owner 4X ST-66 Trebles (1/0 and 2/0): http://bit.ly/2JHo3z3
Split RIngs- Owner ULTRA Wire (Size 6): http://bit.ly/3bQgswL
Swivels- Spro Power Size 2: http://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

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

Matt’s Rod/Reel Combo…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 966C Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2x9kxuS
Reel- Shimano Tranx 300 HG: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 80 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Budget Musky Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Fury 806H: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano Curado 300 HGK (Available to PRE-ORDER): https://bit.ly/2HbZ3E4
Line- Power Pro Braided 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Related Kayak Videos…
-10 lb Bass From The Kayak: https://youtu.be/bNTZvcyep-0
-Bank Fishing and Kayaking Small River For Bass and Musky: https://youtu.be/u1Dy0xSYyfs
-Epic Golf Course Pond Fishing!: https://youtu.be/8NoDLM2fpyE
-Backwater Bass Fishing- Kayaks and Flippin Sticks: https://youtu.be/1toqR0P0Azw

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 Pliers: http://bit.ly/2tfxFvw
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: 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!

#musky #fishing #kayak

Vital Problems In Drop Fishing Tips – Straightforward Ideas

Snapper fishing is popular enough to warrant particular fishing rods and reels, as well as a specific line and hook setup. Not to mentioned the other choices such as soft plastics which I will also appear at.

Consider fishing in smaller bodies of water as opposed to big areas this kind of as lake Champlain, some of the smaller sized ponds and lakes can produce larger fish. Another bass fishing tip is that the truly big fish have a tendency to hang out alone. Rather of fishing near dams or under lily pads, attempt areas that are much more open and have no apparent include. Fish about two hours following the sunlight has set and depart in the early early morning when fishermen usually arrive. Don’t make sound when you are fishing and use the largest bait you can find.

Over the many years, I have put a great quantity of Crappie filets in my freezer. Not only during the spawn, but all times throughout the yr. My favorite times other than the spawn are the Fall and Winter season months. Occasionally if the day heats up after an early morning duck hunt, I’ll head out into the lake and find a college of Crappie hanging above a submerged creek bank or over submerged timber.

Snapper deal with should be reasonably hefty. There is no genuine FALL FISHING TIPS benefit both way for utilizing braid or monofilament line. It arrives down to personal preference.

FALL FISHING TIPS

A good walleye angler creates a very specific sport strategy as he or she goes. But the initial step in that plan is usually the exact same. Find the fish. As soon as you do that, you can begin to believe about how you’ll place them on the finish of your line. That’s for another article.

Don’t forget where you are and where you’re heading. Make certain you dress properly for the cold circumstances. A down parka and thermal pants are a necessary item in order to maintain heat. For your fingers a great pair of gloves ar mitts are known as for and for the ft a warm pair of winter boots. Since you are going to be out on the ice you want to make certain the boots have a sole that will not slip on the ice. You don’t want to drop and harm yourself as you will be far from any medical interest.

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
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A Appear At Elementary Goods For Drop Fishing Suggestions

FALL FISHING TIPS

For most of us, making a memorable walleye fishing journey is straight associated to catching fish. Certain it’s good just becoming out on the drinking water. But walleye anglers are on a mission, and if that mission fails it can be difficult to put a good spin on the entire scenario. Rather of operating on that spin, we’d rather work on our mission-creating it successful is a process that starts with discovering the walleye. For this reason the correct electronics can be a walleye angler’s very best friend.

Staying Heat Is Extremely Important – Nothing will ruin a completely great fishing trip like becoming chilly and in the fall becoming cold can be fairly simple. This is why you usually want to have head and hand safety with you on the drinking water in situation they are needed. Carrying a beanie and a pair of fishing gloves with you in the drop of the yr is of the utmost importance. This may be this best of the FALL FISHING TIPS being offered in this article. Most of your physique warmth escapes from your head and keeping your fingers heat keeps the rest of you comfy when the climate turns chilly.

Present Bait Normally – When fishing for trout and using bait (which is a fantastic idea by the way) you want to present your bait in the most all-natural way possible. Remember, large trout get that way for a reason. They have been caught prior to, and have seen nearly something that you toss at them before. For this reason you want your bait to look a much like it does normally as feasible. Gang hooks are the very best way I’ve noticed to accomplish this job, particularly if worms are becoming utilized as bait.

Easier to land the fish: Fishing at lengthy variety is always more uncomfortable and full of danger. However hooking a carp below the rods top gives you far more control. You are straight absent in command. I have on occasions scooped a big lump into the net before it has realised its been hooked. Even if the first rush can be complete blooded and brutal, the amount of line in the water and the reduced opportunity of obtaining snagged indicates that fish are much more frequently than not simpler to land when hooked near in.

Fall Trout Fishing: The drop is the very best (and most overlooked) time of the yr to capture trout. Whilst numerous anglers are considering about soccer and hunting, severe trout fishermen are considering about fishing for trout. This is also the very best period for catching big trout. In my encounter the very best trout fishing bait for most seasons is the good old live worm, and this is particularly true during fall trout fishing. A reside worm rigged on a set of gang hooks and permitted to movement naturally through the present of your preferred trout river is an very effective technique.

Using a hefty excess weight and keeping your line straight, you will be able to drift with the current. Sluggish trolling with a bottom walker is good when boat fishing.

Consider fishing in smaller bodies of drinking water as opposed to large areas this kind of as lake Champlain, some of the smaller ponds and lakes can produce bigger fish. Another bass fishing tip is that the truly big fish have a tendency to hang out alone. Instead of fishing close to dams or under lily pads, try locations that are much more open and have no apparent cover. Fish about two hours after the sun has established and depart in the early morning when fishermen generally get there. Don’t make noise when you are fishing and use the largest bait you can find.

This is the finish of my ninth edition on my fishing tips sequence. I hope so much everybody is discovering helpful suggestions that they can use or save for a later on day.