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My Wife Bought A Boat! Full Tour of CC's New (Used) Boat – Complete DIY Restoration!

Our wives love to fish! CC already had an older Ranger bass boat but she needed a larger platform. She upgraded to a used Champion 198 this Winter and has been working on DIY projects to dial it in all Spring. When she got the boat it was stripped, leaving room to rig it any way her heart desired. Come along as she gives a full tour, showing every detail of how she chose to rig this boat. From the Ultrex 112 trolling motor to brand new electronics and accessories throughout, she did it right!

Buying a bass boat can be a very stressful time. For the angler buying a new boat, you’re faced with the anxiety of selecting from a handful of electronics options, color schemes, engine sizes, etc. For the angler purchasing a used boat, you’re faced with fears of reliability and hidden damage. For both groups, it can be an incredible experience if you have a little confidence about what you’re looking for. If you’re considering a used boat purchase, this video will tell you everything you need to look for before committing to buy: https://youtu.be/cZtbnWpl4uI

After making a purchase the next step is to dial the boat in so you feel like its your own. This may involve big purchases like a new motor, shallow water anchors, or seats. It could also just be as simple as a few stickers that make it feel personal. When CC purchased her boat it was stripped. There was no trolling motor, electronics, batteries, charger, etc… She had a blank slate to work with and over the course of a few months we were able to buy and install all the parts and pieces to make it her own.

Below are a list of the parts and equipment that were upgraded. We’ll follow the course of the video so we’ll begin in the stern and work our way to the bow.

Transom…
Steering- Hydraulic Steer Stops: https://bit.ly/2Sc5Ikg
Motor Support- Motor Stiks: Source From T-H Marine
Plug- Flow Rite Remote Drain Plug: http://bit.ly/2jkZqjS
Anchors- Minn Kota 8′ Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Brackets- Minn Kota Tilt Brackets: https://bit.ly/2VJ8O1c

Battery Compartment…
Batteries- Group 31 100 Amp Hour: Source Locally
Switch- Battery Disconnect Switch: Source Locally
Battery Charger- Minn Kota Precision 4-Bank: http://bit.ly/2vcrbjA

Console…
Electronics- Humminbird Helix 12 CHIRP G3: https://bit.ly/2w7u3jx
Electronics Mount- BalzOut 6″: http://bit.ly/2HnxLtu
New Rocker Switches: Source From New Wire Marine
Throttle- Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO

Bow…
Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex MEGA DI 112 (52″ Shaft): http://bit.ly/2RqrT4v
Wiring Sleeve- T-H Marine Troll Jacket: http://bit.ly/2xBxoVf
Electronics- Humminbird Helix 12 CHIRP G3: https://bit.ly/2w7u3jx
Electronics Mount- Kong Wave Tamer: http://bit.ly/2wsJVbA
Foot Switch- Talon Remote Foot Control: http://bit.ly/2O7zWUE
Rod Straps- Boat Buckle Deck Mount System: https://bit.ly/3aC7bYf

Underneath…
Megaware Keel Guard: http://bit.ly/2N5p36m

Want to watch another tour? Here is the full tour of Matt and Tim’s boats after their restorations where completed: https://youtu.be/KE2HVAr4lRM

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
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#bassboat #boating #DIYproject

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…

#bassfishing #senko #kayakfishing

Ultimate Frog Review: 14 Frogs Compared! (Frog Fishing Tips For Summer Bass Fishing)

Which frog is the best? Let’s compare their action in the water and find out! Come along as we test swim and review 14 different frogs in search of the best walking frogs, popping frogs, and all around producers. If you like frog fishing, this video is going to save you a ton of time and money! Let us do all the hard work while you kick back and pick the frogs that will best suit your bass fishing style.

As an added bonus Matt goes in-depth to help beginner frog fishermen. He covers the biggest mistakes anglers make and shows exactly how to avoid them. If frog fishing has been a struggle for you in the past, its time to take another look. Don’t let this awesome Summer pattern slip away when you can make small adaptations to your technique and equipment and begin catching frog fish right away.

Below you will find links to all the baits shown in the video. We begin with a few of Matt’s overall favorites then look at all 14 frogs. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed descriptions and photos of each bait. Next we included links to Matt and Tim’s favorite frog combo, affordable alternatives, and rods specifically adapted for smaller anglers so they too can enjoy the explosive strikes that make frog fishing so fun!

Matt’s Top Picks…
Overall Favorite Frog: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
Best Walker: http://bit.ly/2QNyXra
Best Cover Frog: https://bit.ly/2VVjRVl

Small Frogs…
1) Jackall Kaera: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3
Colors- White, Green Frog, Glitter Hasu, Glitter Bluegill
2) Evergreen Boota: https://bit.ly/2StZ4Ge
Colors- Rain Call, Shining Wizard, Golden Killer

Large Frogs…
3) Spro King Daddy: http://bit.ly/2h0LCYd
Colors- Nasty Shad, Killer Gill, Midnight Walker
4) Molix Sneaky Frog 3.5″: http://bit.ly/2QNyXra
Colors- Tarpon, Silver Albino, Black Mamba

Popping Frogs…
5) Jackall Gavacho: http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS
Colors- Black Gill, Chart Strike Gill, Lime Frog, Gold Gill
6) Evergreen SS Softshell Frog: http://bit.ly/2NChzTZ
Colors- Secret Gill, Modo CH, Champion Shad
7) Megabass Big Gabot: https://bit.ly/3bXW8Jh
Colors- Wild Gill, Ama Gear, MB Gizzard Shad
8) Spro Bronzeye Poppin: http://bit.ly/2HsyqIJ
Colors- Freak, Misty Shad, Nasty Shad, Killer Gill

Standard Frogs…
9) Teckel Honker: http://bit.ly/2Xj7Ye4
Colors- Grey Camo, Crystal Chart, Bluegill
10) Snagproof Bobby’s Perfect: http://bit.ly/2abpR40
Colors- Brown Bullfrog, Tweety, Sexy Shad
11) River2Sea Bully Wa 2 65: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
Colors- Little Allen, Ghost, Yellow Head, TW Bluegill
12) LIVETARGET Hollow Body 65: http://bit.ly/2Q40BAk
Colors- White, Black, Bright Green, Fluorescent Green Yellow
13) Savage Gear DC Walker: https://bit.ly/2VVjRVl
Colors- White, Gill, Black
14) Spro Bronzeye 65: http://bit.ly/2sz9Qje
Colors- Black, Freak, Albino, Leopard

Favorite Frog Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’3″ XH: http://bit.ly/2czPlZl
Reel- Shimano Curado DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- 65 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Budget Friendly Frog Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Fury 7’3″ Mag Heavy: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Power Pro Braid 65 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Rods For Smaller Anglers…
-Shimano Expride 7’2″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
-Shimano Zodias 7’2″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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…

#topwater #frogfishing #bassfishing

Catch The BIGGEST BASS Of Your Life Right NOW – New PB!

Now is the time to catch a GIANT Bass! This period leading to the full moon in June is a critical time for anyone that fishes for bass. We all dream of catching a new personal best (PB), this is the time to do it! The big post-spawn bass stage in anticipation of a big meal before heading to their Summer patterns and we’re going to show you EXACTLY how to CATCH them!

Today’s video is broken down into 4 parts. Depending on where you live and what stage your fish are in, you may want to focus on sight fishing for spawning bass, big soft swimbaits for post spawners, hard swimbaits to draw a reaction strike, or a big topwater in search of that aggressive bass looking for a huge meal before heading offshore. No matter which you choose, the next 2 weeks are critical with the bite culminating on the Full Moon on June 5th.

Below you’ll find a breakdown of all the baits Matt discussed in the video. We’ve included links that go directly to Tackle Warehouse so you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each bait. We’ve also included color recommendations, hook upgrades, and tuning tips where applicable.

Sight Fishing…
Swimbait- Savage Gear Pulse Tail Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH
Swimbait- Savage Gear Weedless Pulse Tail Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2Kd6qct
Jig – Dirty 1/2 oz Pitchin Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of
-Colors: Bever Craw, Green Pumpkin Craw, Okeechobee 420
Trailer- NetBait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx
Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Magic Craw, Toledo Special
Trailer- Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW
Colors: Magic Craw Swirl, Spiked Watermelon, Tramp Stamp

Soft Swimbaits…
-Mattlures Hammer Tail Shad: http://bit.ly/2vM8cKF
-Savage Gear 4D Trout: http://bit.ly/399bx97

Hard Swimbaits…
-River2Sea S-Waver 200: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
(Rainbow Trout, Light Trout, Warden Hitch)
-Bucca’s Bull Gill: http://bit.ly/2f1ASHn
(Bluegill, Dirty Bone)
-Jackall Gantarel: http://bit.ly/2adZI3R
(Ghost Gill, Spawn Gill, Bluegill)

Topwater/Wakebaits…
-BBZ 8″ Floating Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2cU1x5P
(Trout, Silver Fish, Hitch)
-Megabass Mega Dog: http://bit.ly/2VIYoMH
(Live Shiner, MB Gizzard, Rainbow)
-G Ratt Wild Willy: https://bit.ly/2St6ERy
(Gizzard Shad, Hitch, Bone)

***The Wild Willy is very affordable in the big bait category. It will perform better with some minor modifications. We Recommend the following upgrades to the Willy to get the best walk. First, upgrade Split Rings. Second, upgrade the rear treble hook to a larger, heavier hook. If a wider walk is preferred, add 6-8 sticky lead strips on the belly directly in front of the rear hook hanger. These upgrades will give you a phenomenal large walking bait at a very affordable price.***

Wild Willy Upgrades…
Rear Hook Swap – Owner ST-56 Size 1: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW
Split Ring Upgrade – Owner Hyperwire Rings Size 5: http://bit.ly/2aTH3f1
Lead Strips- Storm SuspenStrips: https://bit.ly/2YDQNUf
Lead Dots- Storm SuspenDots: https://bit.ly/3d80ez6

High-End Swimbait Combo…
Rod- Megabass Orochi XX Leviathan: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH
Reel- Shimano Tranx 300 HG: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline FC-100 System Leader 35 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Budget Swimbait Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Fury 806H: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano Cardiff 300A: http://bit.ly/2cvhtMO
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 30 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…

#swimbait #bigbait #bassfishing

Pond Fishing For Bass – Best Baits and Techniques

Want to fish a pond? These tips will make it much easier! Ponds can be some of the best bass fishing of your entire life if you know what to look for and which baits to throw. Keep it simple this year and use Tim’s proven method to break down the water in steps. Don’t get caught throwing just your favorite lure over and over again, its time to take your pond fishing to the next level.

It doesn’t matter if you’re bank fishing or in a boat, this method will help you maximize your time on the pond. Start by covering water with fast moving baits or topwater to gauge how many fish there are and if they’re in a feeding mood. Next, switch to slower moving reaction baits to pick off the remainder of the aggressive bass. Finally, wrap it up with finesse baits to catch as many fish as possible.

Not all lures are created equal. Unfortunately there is a lot of junk and hype on the market today. Below you’ll find an exhaustive list of baits we have confidence in for both pond and lake fishing. If you’re looking to fill a particular category, these are lures we trust. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of every item.

Creature Baits…
-Reaction Innovations Man Bear Pig: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV
-Zoom Brush Hog: http://bit.ly/2bnpCRx

Texas Rigging…
Tungsten Worm Weight- Swagger Vader 3/8 oz: https://bit.ly/3c28mks
Bobber Stop- 6th Sense Peg X: http://bit.ly/2bHjowk
Offset Hook- Gamakatsu EWG Wide Gap 3/0: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Fast Topwater…
Buzzbait- D&M Slow Roller Buzz: http://bit.ly/2t7BMKt
Whopper Plopper- Silent Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV
Toad- Strike King Rage Toad: http://bit.ly/2dekwdd
Toad- Zoom Horny Toad: http://bit.ly/2aY5lBt

Slow Topwater…
Popper- Rio Rico: http://bit.ly/2f7gink
Popper- Bubble Popper: http://bit.ly/2yxP2ZQ
Frog- Spro Bronzeye Poppin Frog: http://bit.ly/2HsyqIJ

Subsurface Reaction Baits…
Swimbait- 4.8″ Keitech (Sungill): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Hook- 1/4 oz Owner Flashy Swimmer 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7
Swim Jig- California Swim Jig 3/8 oz (Alabama Bream): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx
Bladed Jig- Chatterbait Custom 3/8 oz (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI
Bladed Jig- Evergreen JackHammer 3/8 oz (BHite Delight): http://bit.ly/2popvj6
Trailer- Hog Farmer Spunk Shad (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7
Soft Jerkbait- Zoom Super Fluke (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Worms…
Stick Bait- Big Bite Baits Wacky Stick (Watermelon Red): http://bit.ly/2rrNT6g
Stick bait- Yum Dinger (Green Pumpkin Purple): http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF
Stick Bait- Yamamoto Senko 5″ (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Worm- Netbait T-Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Tim’s All-Around Pond Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’2″ MH: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- 40 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 15 lb Sunline Sniper: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget Pond Combo…
Rod- Denali Attax 7′ Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2tDsOa0
Reel- Caius B 150 HG: http://bit.ly/2O3Dvuw
Line- 15 lb Sunline Assassin 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…

#pondfishing #pond #bassfishing

Tackle Organization: How We Store Our Gear – New Ideas!

Its time for serious tackle organization! We’ve all been hit by this unexpected quarantine and we chose to make the best of it. Tim spent a few days dialing in his gear and he’s finally got it perfected. Want to get the maximum number of crankbaits in a small box? Want to mix senkos with hooks while avoiding any concerns of rust? Tired of your different hooks mixing together every time you run in rough water? This is for you!

Tim started playing with the Edge boxes when they first came out but it wasn’t until the quarantine that he really jumped in. The Edge Terminal box offered storage solutions unlike anything else. By individually compartmentalizing all his small hooks he has avoided the never-ending struggle of hooks mixing together. The box itself resists rust and was a no-brainer with all the free time to organize hooks. From there he began finding niches for all of his tackle storage needs.

Below is a breakdown of some of Tim’s favorite boxes for different techniques. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions. If you’ve been considering upgrading your tackle organization, we’re very happy with these boxes so far.

Edge Boxes…
Terminal Tackle- https://bit.ly/2SuzhOm
Standard 3700 size- http://bit.ly/2t3uHMR
Deep 3700 size- https://bit.ly/3dbdbby
Thin Boxes (Awesome Space Saver)- https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL

Stowaway Waterproof boxes…
Treble Hook Storage – Standard 3700: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB

Custom Divider Boxes…
Standard Box- Deep Diving Crankbaits: http://bit.ly/2XCbMnb
Thin Box- Lipless Cranks/Blade Baits: https://bit.ly/3fdjgpE

Bass Mafia Bags For Loose Storage…
Money Bag Plus – 3 Pocket Bag: https://bit.ly/2Yz6tIl
Money Bag 13×16: http://bit.ly/2P059cO

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 #tackle #storage

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

Senko Fishing Tricks! Beginner Senko Rigging To Advanced Fishing Tips

Senkos have a “right side up!” Few anglers realize there is a right and wrong way to rig them. This is just one of the many details Tim is covering in today’s in-depth look at bass fishing with a soft stick bait. He’ll cover the beginner rigging basics but also dive into advanced tricks that will help you refine your technique in different situations.

If you’re only going to fish a Senko once in a while, it should be the 5″. The standard 5″ senko has incredible fishing catching power all over the country. If you want to refine your fishing, target bigger fish, search for a key finesse bite, etc… there is a time and place for the other sizes and styles. Most anglers consider the senko a basic bait but they’re overlooking its value for big bass and power fishing.

Below is a breakdown of all the baits, hooks, and gear in the video. We’ve included color recommendations for each senko, hook sizes to match worm sizes, and more. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Senkos…
-Yamamoto Senko 5″-7″: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
-Yamamoto Pro Senko: http://bit.ly/2vXUKln

5″ Senko Colors- Electric Worm, Green Weenie Laminate, Mowed Grass
6″ Senko Colors- Green Pump/Watermelon Laminate, Green Pump/Blk Flake
7″ Senko Colors- Green Pump/Blk Flk, Green Pump/Watermelon Red Lam
Pro Senko Colors- Natural Shad, Green Pump/Blk Flake

Budget Senko Alternatives…
-Yum Dinger: http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF
-Big Bite Baits Super Soft Stick: https://bit.ly/2KVzQMG
-Gambler Fat Ace: http://bit.ly/2aJq2AO

Wacky Rig Hooks…
Weedless- Owner Jungle Wacky Hook: https://bit.ly/2VKZl9U
Standard- Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Texas Rig Hooks…
-Owner Jungle Wide Gap Hook: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z
Sizes… 5″ – 3/0 , 6″- 4/0, 7″- 7/0
-Gamakatsu Offset EWG Hook: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp
Sizes… 5″ – 2/0 , 6″ – 4/0
-Gamakatsu Monster 6/0 Hook (7″ Senko): https://bit.ly/2Wg4uFU

Pro Senko Hook…
Texas Rigged- Owner Cover Shot: http://bit.ly/2ISr7bR

O-Rings and Tools…
-O-Wacky Tool: http://bit.ly/2wtX7M8
-O-Wacky O Rings: http://bit.ly/2h5MhX2

Tim’s Finesse Senko Spinning Combo…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 852S JWR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000 Spinning: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line- Sunline XPlasma Braid 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2OR5i2j
Leader- Sunline Sniper 8 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Tim’s Power-Fishing Senko Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’2″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Leader- Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget All-Around Senko Combo…
Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7’1″ MH: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs
Reel- Shimano SLX HG: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
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…

#senko #bassfishing #wormfishing

Senko and Underspin Tips For Big Bass! Kayak Bass Fishing on Clearlake

I only brought 3 rods! A senko, an underspin, and a swimbait are all tied on. Which will get the biggest bite? Can we build a pattern? Come along for a really fun day of fishing on Clearlake! We’re going to put the kayak to work and stick some big bass along the way!

Today really highlighted the value of fishing from a kayak or other small boat. Often times anglers in smaller craft feel like they’re at a disadvantage but the big bites today absolutely would not have come if I was on my bass boat. These are highly pressured fish that are very leery of boats but they had no concerns about the kayak!

The underspin proved to be the hero of the day. Both of the big fish (a 5 and 6 lber) both annihilated the underspin along the edges of submerged trees. The senko also proved to be invaluable. After making a pass through our small area with the underspin we slowly and methodically worked back through the fish with the senko and were able to pick up a few more key bites to finish out the day. These two baits proved to be an awesome pairing as one got the majority of bites while the other got the kicker bites we were hoping for.

Below is a breakdown of the baits we had tied on and the gear we were using to throw it. All the bait links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see up close photos of each bait and a detailed description.

Underspin..
-Owner 1/4 oz Flashy Swimmer 5/0 Hook: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7
-Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Senko…
-Gamakatsu Superline EWG 4/0 Hook: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG
-Yamamoto 6″ Senko (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Glide Baits…
-R2S S-Waver 200 (Phantom Trout): http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
-Gratt Sneaky Pete 7’5″ (Hitch): http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe

Underspin Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’2″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2czPlZl
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL (Current Model): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
Line- 65 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 20 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Senko Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’2″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Curado 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- 40 lb Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- 15 lb Sunline Assassin Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Gear…
Life Jacket- Mustang Elite Inflatable: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Camera- GoPro Hero 8: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
Kayak- Old Town Predator PDL: http://bit.ly/2WyVQka
**Kayak Link Goes To Manufacturer’s Website**

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…

#kayak #senko #underspin

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