Tag: topwater

Underwater Footage From Bass Heaven!! (Is This Even Real?!) Insane Topwater Strike Footage!!

This is the craziest school of GIANT BASS ever! They just finished spawning, they’ve schooled up on outside structure, and they’re hungry! Come UNDERWATER and watch as we throw TOPWATER lures over them. These fish are exploding on a frog, whopper plopper, walking bait, and popper. The topwater strikes are crazy!

Its amazing to see how different the bass treat each of these topwaters. The Whopper Plopper gets hunted down at top speed and ambushed any which way the fish is able to get it. The walking bait is hunted back and forth and ultimately ambushed from the side. The frog and popper are both hunted vertically with the bass shooting straight up and eating the bait belly first.

There is so much we can learn from this! Knowing how the bass eat the baits tells us which baits to throw when the bass are in different moods. We also see that the slower moving baits will rely much more heavily on “fooling the fish” (bait color, sound, hook color, etc) than the faster moving offerings.

Below is a breakdown of the baits in the video including our top 3 baits from each category. We’ve also included our favorite color choices for each style, hook and hardware upgrades, and our favorite rods for throwing topwater. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Frogs…
-R2S Bully Wa 2 65(Shown In Video): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
Favorite Colors: Little Allen, Ghost, TW Bluegill
-Jackall Kaera (Small Profile): http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3
Favorite Colors: Glitter Hasu, Green Frog, White
-Snagproof Bobby’s Perfect Frog (Soft, Easy Hookset): http://bit.ly/2abpR40
Favorite Colors: Brown Bullfrog, Sexy Shad, Tweety

Poppers…
-R2S Bubble Walker 80 (Shown In Video): http://bit.ly/2e0PZOY
Favorite Colors: Sooner, Loon, Bluegill
-Megabass Pop Max (Incredible Colors): http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1
Favorite Colors: Gill, MB Gizzard, Ito Wakasagi
-Yellow Magic (Small Profile): http://bit.ly/2al0dKP
Favorite Colors: Smoke Shad, Japanese Shad, Alewife

Whopper Plopper…
-Whopper Plopper 130 (Shown In Video): http://bit.ly/2a7ipHL
Favorite Colors: I Know It, TW Bluegill, Chubby
-Whopper Plopper 110 (Stop and Start Retrieve): http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV
Favorite Colors: T-1000, Monkey Butt, Bone

Walking Baits…
-R2S Rover 128 (Shown In Video): http://bit.ly/2acSVea
Favorite Colors: Abalone Shad, Ghost Minnow, Sooner
-Evergreen Shower Blows 125 (Amazing Sound): http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH
Favorite Colors: American Shad, Emerald Shiner, Bone
-Heddon Super Spook (Inexpensive): http://bit.ly/2diThgH
Favorite Colors: Bone, Lakefork Shad, Okie Shad

Hook Upgrades…
Red Hooks- Owner ST-36 (Size 2, 4): http://bit.ly/2wSknXp
Strong Hooks- Owner St-56 (Size 2, 4): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW
Split Rings: Owner Hyperwire Size 2,3,4: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Favorite Frog Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’3″ XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

All-Around Topwater Rod…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’2″ Med light+: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Budget Topwater Combo…
Rod- Sellus 6’10” Medium: http://bit.ly/2dQNkw7
Reel- Caius B HG: http://bit.ly/2O3Dvuw
Line- Power Pro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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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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 #topwater #Whopper Plopper

Where Do Bass Go After They Spawn? (And How To Catch Them During The Spring To Summer Transition)

Did your big fish disappear? We can help! If the big bass vanished after they finished spawning you are not alone! Matt breaks fisheries down into 4 categories and explains exactly what is happening and what will happen next in all 4 fisheries. He then goes on to explain his favorite baits for each scenario and how to use them effectively. If you’re ready to get ahead of the fish and continue catching bass into the Summer, this video is for you!

Fisheries around the country can be broken down into Highland Reservoirs, Lowland Reservoirs, Streams/Rivers (includes tidal fisheries), and Natural Lakes (includes ponds). All 4 of these water bodies behaves differently but all are predictable. The guys have spent decades following bass movements and are very comfortable predicting their patterns throughout the seasons.

Below you’ll find a breakdown of the baits Matt discussed in the video. He’ll begin with the actual bait he was showing in each category but may include an additional bait or two that will work great as an alternative. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see close up photos and detailed product descriptions.

Frogs…
-River2Sea Bully Wa 2 (Little Allen): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
-Jackall Gavacho (Chart Strike Gill): http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS
-Jackall Kaera (Glitter Hasu): http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Senkos/Flukes…
-Zoom Super Fluke (Smokin Shad): http://bit.ly/2aqys0H
-Yamamoto 5″ Senko (Green Pumpkin Blk Flake): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Muddy Water Colors: Chartreuse Pearl (Fluke), Junebug (Senko)

Spinnerbaits…
-Damiki TOT Spinnerbait 1/2 oz (Smelt Shad): http://bit.ly/38cxmD6
-Keitech 4.3″ Fat Swing Impact Swimbait (Pro Blue Red Pearl): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Swim Jig…
-Dirty Jigs California Swim Jig 3/8 oz (Crappie): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx
-River2Sea D Walker 100/120 (White Ice): http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz
Clear Water Colors: Tactical Shad, Blue Glimmer

Deep Diving Crankbaits…
-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M
Colors: Chartreuse Sexy Shad, Sexy Blue Back Herring
-Azuma Z Boss 20,22 and 24: http://bit.ly/2poLKUC
Colors: Grand Shad, Goldie Lox, Ole Blue

Football Jig…
-Dirty Jigs Finesse Football 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm
Colors: Green Pumpkin Craw, Bever Craw, Go To
-Keitech Tungsten Football Jig 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1
Colors: Dark Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Black

Jig Trailers…
-Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx
Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Summer Craw
-Striking King Rage Chunk: http://bit.ly/2Hd4MFA
Colors: Blue Craw, Summer Craw
-Yamamoto Double Tail Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p
Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple and Copper

Great All-Around Summer Fishing Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’2″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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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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!

#fishing #bassfishing #Summer

Best Topwater Tricks For Spring and Summer Bass Fishing! Easy Modifications!

Its topwater time! The most exciting fishing of the year is here! Check out our favorite baits and some awesome new options for this season! From poppers to spooks, whopper ploppers to frogs, Matt explains them in depth. If that wasn’t enough he explains colors, bait modifications, and upgrades as well.

Today’s video is broken into two distinct sections. The first is directed towards anglers that prefer a simple approach. We cover 3 baits that will cover virtually everything you’ll face on a water. The second section covers 7 baits, color selection, and bait modifications to help you adapt to changing conditions.

Below is a breakdown of all the baits in the video (In order of appearance) with colors recommendations for each. We’ve also included our favorite topwater rods. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

3 Great Baits…
Popper- Damiki D-Pop 70: http://bit.ly/2Pjvqo3
Colors: Spayu, Phantom, Black Holo
Walking Bait- Heddon Super Spook: http://bit.ly/2diThgH
Colors: Okie Shad, Lake Fork Shad, Bone
Plopper- R2S Whopper Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV
Colors: Bone, Monkey Butt, T-1000

Matt’s Favorite Baits By Category

Walking Bait…
-River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea
Colors: Sooner, Bone, Ghost Minnow
-Evergreen Shower Blows 125: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH
Colors: American Shad, Half Mirror Wakasagi

Popper…
-River2Sea Bubble Walker 80: http://bit.ly/2e0PZOY
Colors: Sooner, Bluegill, Abalone Shad

Whopper Plopper…
-Whopper Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV
Colors: Bone, Monkey Butt, T-1000
-Whopper Plopper 130: http://bit.ly/2a7ipHL
Colors: TW Bluegill, Chubby, Matte Black

Frog…
-Bully Wa 2 Frog 65: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
Colors: Little Allen, Ghost, TW Bluegill
-Jackall Kaera Frog: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3
Colors: White, Glitter Hasu, Glitter Bluegill

Bonus Bait…
-Megabass I-Loud Prop Bait: https://bit.ly/3bjDxaF
Colors: Galaxy Gill, Smelt Wakasagi, White Python

Hook and Hardware Upgrades…
Split Rings- Owner Hyperwire (Sizes 3-4): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX
Trebles- Owner ST-56 3X Trebles (Sizes 2-4): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Matt’s Favorite High-End Topwater Combo…
Rod- G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT
Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Favorite Frog Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’3″ XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Budget-Friendly Topwater Combo…
Rod- Denali Fission 7′ Medium: https://bit.ly/3eDteAr
Reel- Shimano SLX XG: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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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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 #topwater #Whopper Plopper

Never Get Skunked – Micro Swimbait Tips For Early Season Bass

We’re back on Lake Berryessa for a quick evening fishing trip. Fresh off the jerkbait and fluke video from a few days ago, we’re back to see how many bass we can catch! Matt hopes to pick up where he left off so he’s brought a variety of jerkbaits and topwater options. Of course nothing goes to plan but he adapts and has an awesome evening fishing with finesse swimbaits!

Spring bass fishing is all about adapting to changing conditions. One day its beautiful, the next day its snowing. One day you’ve got the lake to yourself, the next day there are boats everywhere. If you find that your fish have shut down, look no further than a tiny swimbait like the 2.8 keitech to save the day! These little baits are incredibly adaptable and get bit by everything that swims. Trout, crappie, and even trophy bass, have no problem gulping them!

Hopefully you enjoyed today’s video as much as we did. We were met with challenging conditions but were able to adapt and overcome. Below is a breakdown of the exact equipment we were using and a few bonus baits that are worth trying if your fish are already conditioned to the Keitech. All of these baits go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see close up photos and detailed descriptions of each item.

The Baits In order Of Appearance…
Topwater- Showerblows 105 (Half Mirror Wakasagi): http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH
Soft Jerkbait- Zoom Super Fluke (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2aqys0H
Swimbait- Keitech Fat Swing Impact 2.8″ (TW Ghost Shad): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Swimbait Head- Dirty Jigs 1/8 oz Guppy Head 1/0: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Other Great Finesse Swimbaits…
-Damiki Armor Shad 3″: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT
-Megabass Spark Shad 3″: http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4
-Jackall Rhythm Wave 2.8″: http://bit.ly/2m78LM9

Matt’s Finesse Swimbait Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 6’10” ML: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Reel- Shimano Stadic FL 1000: http://bit.ly/35Bufnb
Line- Sunline Asegai 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2OR5i2j
Leader- Sunline Sniper 7 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Mid-Priced Finesse Swimbait Combo…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 6’8″ ML: http://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel- Shimano Ultegra 1000: http://bit.ly/2nfApml
Line- Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon 8 lb: 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
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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 #Keitech #smallmouthbass