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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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Clear Water Bass Fishing Tricks! How To Catch Bass In Crystal Clear Water!

Clear water fishing scares a lot of people! Unless you’ve had a lot of rain, a lot of our fisheries get clear this time of year. When that visibility increases a lot of anglers lose confidence in their ability to catch bass. Maybe the fish see the line, maybe they see you, what can you do to keep catching them? Its not as tough as you think, and the answers may be VERY DIFFERENT than what you’re expecting!

“Clear Water” doesn’t always mean 10 or 20 feet of visibility, this can even happen when your fishery is usually muddy and suddenly has 2 or 3 feet of visibility. Step one is to stay very quiet. Don’t make excess noise, avoid vibrations, and you’ll get more bites. Step two, target the visibility line (AKA “color line”). Step three is to use lighter line for finesse techniques. If you’re not going lighter, go faster, that keeps the fish from having time to inspect your offering. Step four, shade and wind are your friend. Focus on dark edges that fish can use to ambush food, or days when waves are breaking up the overall visibility.

Below you’ll find links to our favorite baits for clear water situations. Yes, finesse is key, but don’t be afraid to mix in reaction and target those bigger fish in clear water. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included a couple of our favorite finesse fishing rod and reel combos in case you want to expand into this style of fishing.

Dropshot…
Bait- Smallie Smasher 3.5″: http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY
Color: Green pumpkin Purple
Hook- Owner Mosquito Light Size 2: http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Weight- Swagger Tungsten Pencil 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

Crankbait…
-Tactical DD 75 Crankbait: http://bit.ly/37dclbX
Colors: Ghost Minnow, Green Pumpkin Craw
-Spro RKCrawler 55: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t
Colors: Phantom Green, Red Crawfish

Swimbaits…
Bait #1- Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl
Head- Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Bait #2- Megabass Spark Shad 3″: http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4
Colors: Real, Albino, Silver Shad
Head- Megabass Okashira Head 1/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2EpluSA

Bait #3- Keitech 2.8″ Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad
Head- Dirty Jigs Guppy Head 1/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Bait #4- Dark Sleeper 3″ 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT
Colors: Haze, Wakasagi, Donko

Favorite Chartreuse and Blue Baits…
-Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact (Chart Blue): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
-Megabass Deep X 300 (Biwako See Through Chart): http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Polarized Glasses…
-Eye Surrender ESE: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
(Amber for Sight Fishing, Grey For All-Around Use)

Amazing All-Around Finesse Combo…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 852S JWR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Twin Power 3000: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5
Line- Sunline SX-1 Braided Line 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget Finesse Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’6″ Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn
Reel- Shimano NASCI 3000: http://bit.ly/2g278cC
Line- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
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Fishing Below Freezing For Big Bass! Chickamauga In Winter!

Its Frozen solid! Its 21 degrees but Matt and Tim are back on the water for some Winter bass fishing. Come along for a frozen day on Chickamauga as the guys put together a really nice bag of fish. They’re throwing reaction baits despite the frigid temperatures and its working!

Winter fishing doesn’t have to be boring. The guys were faced with brutal post-front, frozen conditions but were able to power through it with a blade bait and an Alabama Rig. If you’re willing to cover water and build patterns, Winter fishing can be a blast! The lakes are peaceful, the fish are big, and when you put the right reaction baits in front of them, they’re aggressive!

Below you’ll find links to all the baits used in the videos. We included the colors we were using as well as the hook and hardware upgrades we made to help our hookup ratios in the cold water. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Blade Bait…
-Damiki Vault 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2
Colors: Black Holo, Holo Cyber Purple, Real Shad

Blade Bait Hook Upgrades…
Hooks- Owner STX-38 (Size 6): http://bit.ly/2oNIeCD
Split Rings- Owner Hyperwire: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX
Ring Sizes: #3 for Belly and Back, #2 for Tail

Tim’s Alabama Rig…
Rig- Hog Farmer BFL Flex Rig: https://bit.ly/2WtLCVK
Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait Head (1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Baits- Keitech 4.3″ Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Swimbait Color: Electric Shad

Matt’s Alabama Rig…
Rig- Hog Farmer BFL Flex Rig: https://bit.ly/2WtLCVK
Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait Head (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Baits- 13 Fishing Churro 4.25″: http://bit.ly/2LLeRA6
Swimbait Color: Moonlight Clan

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

Tim’s Blade Bait Combo…
Rod- Megabass P5 Z-Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/30GcHqb
Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget Blade Bait Combo…
Rod- St. Croix Bass X 6’8″ Medium XFast: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs
Reel- Shimano SLX: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line- Sunline Assassin 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
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How To Catch Bass In Winter: Swimbait Tips For Cold Water Bass Fishing

Swimbaits are easy! They’re not complicated, there is no mystery, and you can start catching bass on swimbaits any time you want. Its all about knowing which swimbaits work at different times and how to put them to work for you. Today Matt breaks down the 3 styles of swimbaits that work in cold water and explains what each style is for.

Do you have a box full of swimbaits but few, if any catches to show for them? Have you lost confidence in the swimbait all together? You’re not alone! A lot of bass fishermen have been caught up in the hype without ever being taught the details of how to consistently catch swimbait fish. Today we’re focusing on why different styles work and when they should be fished. If you go out with confidence and throw the right baits in the right situations, its a matter of time before you start catching swimbait fish.

Winter is a tough time of year to get bit on any bait. If you’re going to work hard to get bit on anything, you might as well put in the time to get the right bites on big baits. Below are links to our favorite baits, favorite colors, and the gear we use to throw them. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Glide Baits…
-Baitsanity Explorer Glide: http://bit.ly/33bQyxY
Colors: Trout, Kokanee, Shad, Raw

-S Waver 200: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Colors: Light Trout, Rainbow Trout, Warden Hitch

Boot Tail Baits…
-Scottsboro Tackle 6″ Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2Oy7CKH
Colors: Natural Light, Ol Smokey, Mullins Madness

-Little Creeper 8″ Trash Fish: http://bit.ly/2hmXtg1
Colors: LC Hitch, Rainbow Trout, Ghosted Chartreuse Shad

-Little Creeper Fatty 6″ Trash Fish: http://bit.ly/2ixaEw2
Colors: LC Hitch, Just Shad, Light Hitch

-Owner Beast Hook: http://bit.ly/2ancP66
Sizes: Scottsboro 8/0, 8″ trash fish 10/0, 6″ trash fish 6/0

WedgeTail Baits…
-8″ Huddleston Deluxe ROF 5 Jig Hook Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2UVHiuQ
Colors: Holdover Trout, Hitch, Trout

-Savage Gear Pulse Tail Shiner: https://bit.ly/2SDD0Zl
Colors: GreenBack, White, Shad

Favorite Swimbait Combo For Bigger Baits (Currently Backordered)…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 966: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF
Reel- Shimano Tranx 300 (HG): http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw
Line- Power pro Maxcuatro (80 lb Braid): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
leader- Sunline FC100 Fluorocarbon (35 lb): http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

All-Around Swimbait Combo For Large and Medium Baits…
Rod- Dobyns Champion XP 806 Heavy: http://bit.ly/2aivwYX
Reel- Shimano Curado 300K: https://bit.ly/2HbZ3E4
Line- Power pro Maxcuatro (65 lb Braid): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
leader- Sunline FC100 Fluorocarbon (30 lb): http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Budget Swimbait Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Fury 806 Heavy: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano Cardiff 300A: http://bit.ly/2cvhtMO
Line- Power pro Maxcuatro (65 lb Braid): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
leader- Sunline FC100 Fluorocarbon (30 lb): http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

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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 Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

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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
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Catching Winter Bass On Almost Every Cast!

Think Winter Bass Fishing is tough? It doesn’t have to be! When you understand how the fish are positioned and which baits will trigger them to feed, it can be amazing! Come along as Tim explores a brand new lake and starts getting bites from big bass on his very first stop!

Most anglers think of Winter as the time to stay at home. If you are going out, you’re probably finesse fishing, dragging small plastics along the bottom. While slow finesse fishing can be effective, its a whole lot more fun to get fish to react! In today’s video Tim is using a handful of key baits to break down a new lake without any mapping. He’s combining visual clues along the shoreline with his vast fishing knowledge, to immediately catch fish. Pay close attention to the details he’s teaching throughout the video and apply them to your next day on the water.

Tim used a handful of baits and some very specific equipment to catch these fish and to map the lake for future trips. Below you’ll find links to all of the gear he used. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Swimbait…
Bait- Keitech 4.3″ Fat Swing Impact (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Head- Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Tube…
Bait- Big Bite Baits Tour Tube (Green Pump Purp Cop): http://bit.ly/32e23VR
Head- Bite Me Big Dude Goby Head (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2CV3o7S

A-Rig…
Rig- G Funk Baits Cali Rig: http://bit.ly/2nD76fw
Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait Heads (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Baits- Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact (Pro Blue Red Pearl): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Neko…
Bait- Yamamoto 5″ Senko (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Hook- Owner Weedless Finesse Sniper Neko (Size 1/0): https://bit.ly/2zXirRH
Harness- G7 Protect Tube: http://bit.ly/2PWEkUs
Weight- Swagger Tungsten Pagoda Nail (1/16 oz): http://bit.ly/2iGNSFW

Tim’s Electronics/Autochart Live…
Unit- Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Mapping- LakeMaster Plus Digital Charts: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc
Map Making- Humminbird AutoChart Live: http://bit.ly/2unEs8y

Swimbait Combo…
Rod- G Loomis GLX 893C JWR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL HG: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
Line- Sunline Sniper 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

A-Rig Combo…
Rod- Dobyns Champion Extreme 784 7’8″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2ab2kRX
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline FC-100 Fluorocarbon 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Budget Swimbait/Heavy Tube Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’2″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT HG: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line- Sunline Assassin 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Equipment We Use Daily…

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Buyer's Guide: Deep Diving Crankbaits For Winter And Summer Bass Fishing

Which crankbaits catch the most fish? With thousands of crankbaits to choose from, which baits are worth trying? Today we’ve gathered our top picks for Summer Time Cranking and our top picks for Winter Time Cranking, and combined them into the ultimate Crankbait Buyer’s Guide. No need to second guess this year, these baits have stood the test of time!

When most anglers think of deep cranking they think of summer ledge fishing and Fall feeding frenzies. While there has been a huge swing in the past year toward Winter time cranking, many anglers still don’t realize its full potential. Armed with the right baits, Winter cranking can produce the biggest bass of the entire year!

Today’s video has been separated into two categories so you don’t confuse the right baits for Summer with the right baits for Winter. You’ll find links to all of the baits (in the order they appeared in the video) along with rod and reel recommendations. All of the baits go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

In-Depth Winter Crankbait Video: https://youtu.be/FPaL13899uc

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
-Swimbaits: https://youtu.be/pvdpFgAbU8Q
-High End Combos: https://youtu.be/qsnnWKINVqM
-$500 Combos: https://youtu.be/GWyFdKu0nYc
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY

Warm Water Baits…
-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M
Favorite Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Summer Sexy Shad

-Berkley Dredger 25.5: http://bit.ly/2I8xOcA
Favorite Colors: Irish Gold, Honey Shad

-Strike King 10 XD: http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0
Favorite Colors: Sexy BlueBack Herring, Powder Blue Chartreuse

-Azuma Z Boss 22 and 24: http://bit.ly/2poLKUC
Favorite Colors: Grand Shad, Ol Blue

-Megabass Big M 7.5: https://bit.ly/2yHmm4R
Favorite Colors: Jukucho Shad, MB Gizzard

Cold Water Baits…
-R2S Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX
Favorite Colors: Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow

-Megabass Deep Six: http://bit.ly/2A3clKP
Favorite Colors: MB Gizzard, Ito Wakasagi

-Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt
Favorite Colors: MB Gizzard, Megabass Sexy Shad

-Spro Rock Crawler: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t
Favorite Colors: Phantom Green, Mud Bug, Ozark Craw

All-Around Crankbait Rod…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’6″ MH Glass: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Tranx 200 HG: http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Crankbait Rod…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’6″ MH Glass: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX XT HG: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Winter Speed Cranking Combo…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Shimano Bantam MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG
Line- 12 lb Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
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Buyer's Guide: Deep Diving Crankbaits For Winter And Summer Bass Fishing