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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