Crankbait Tricks For Late Summer And Early Fall!

Crankbaits are great in the Late Summer and Early Fall! Today we're going to show you the 4 styles that work the best and how to apply them to your fishing. From speed cranking, to ultra-shallow water, to the deepest depths, we can help you catch more fish with crankbaits in the coming weeks!

The transition from Summer to Fall happens overnight. As night time temperatures begin to fade a sudden change happens in your lake. Fish instantly turn their attention to hard structure and baitfish. The crankbait is a great choice to catch fish as this transition happens. With 1000s of crankbaits hanging on store shelves, it can be really overwhelming to know where to start. Luckily, we've identified 4 key styles and some basic colors that will make all the difference!

Below you'll find links to every bait Matt discussed in the video. We've included the exact models, favorite colors, as well as some of the gear the guys use to fish these baits consistently. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS... 

SPRO Baby Fat John 50: http://bit.ly/2V03giW

Colors: Matte Shad, Honey Shad, Nasty Shad

-Rapala BX Brat: http://bit.ly/2qFBMiR

Colors: Change Up, Silver, Pearl Grey Shiner

-Spro Fat John 60: http://bit.ly/2D5trKB

Colors: Chrome Olive, Matte Shad, Spooky Nasty

DEEP DIVING CRANKBAITS... 

-Strike King 10XD: http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Sexy Shad, Sexy Blue Back Herring

-Azuma Z Boss (22, 24, 25): http://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Colors: Grand Shad, Gold Digger, Goldie Lox

SPEED CRANKING... 

-River2Sea Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Glass Minnow, Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow

-Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Colors: MB Gizzard, PM Kisyu Ayu, Sexy Ayu

LIPLESS CRANKBAITS... 

-Lucky Craft LV-500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Colors: Ghost Minnow, American Shad, BP Golden Shiner

-Jackall TN-70: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Scale Minnow, Super Shad

SPEED CRANKING COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL XG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Line- 12 lb Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Shimano Bantam 150 XG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC-100 Shock Leader 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

BUDGET ALL-AROUND CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod- Dobyns Fury 705 CB (7' Med Heavy Cranking): http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

Reel- Shimano SLX HG: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Sunline Assassin Fluorocarbon 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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Catching BIG BASS On Clearlake! + Frog Fishing Tips For Beginners!

Matt returns to Clearlake! Its been a year but you wouldn't know it because the BIG Bass start biting right away!! He's fishing with his dad and brother, targeting fish with a frog, chatterbait, and assorted topwater lures. You're not going to want to miss this slugfest!

In the midst of hammering quality fish Matt stops and shares a few frog fishing tricks to help you become a successful frog fisherman overnight. If you've struggled to hook your fish, keep them pinned, or just plain haven't got the "feel" of frog fishing, he's talking to you. You can quit struggling right now if you pay attention to how he adapts the frogs and the equipment to the specific angler. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits the guys were using in today's video. We'll also include links to some of Matt's travel rods, the frog rods he recommended, as well as specific sizes and colors you'll need to help choose the right from for your next fishing trip. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TODAY'S BAITS

Chatterbait... 

Bait- Z Man JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

Trailer- Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 5.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Crystal Shad

Swimbait... 

Bait- Gambler Little EZ Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3jmeYgM

Color: Ghost Shad

Hook- Owner Flashy Swimmer 3/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Frogs... 

-River2Sea Bully Wa 65: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Color: Ghost

-SnagProof Bobby's Perfect Frog: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Colors: Pine Frogs, Grey Ghost

-Jackall Kaera Frog: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Color: Glitter Hasu

OUR FAVORITE FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL 

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk 

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

FROG COMBO FOR SMALLER ANGLERS... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL 

Reel- Shimano Curado 200 K (XG): http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

BUDGET FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- Shimano SLX DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q

Line- Power Pro Braid 65 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

TRAVEL RODS

Chatterbait/Topwater Combo... 

Rod- Megabass Triza - Stym Palides: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Jig/Swimbait Combo...

Rod- Megabass Triza - Dragoon: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Reel- Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

RELATED VIDEO... 

Matt and Ross England Fish Clearlake: https://youtu.be/ZX9NTot0D2I

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR?  

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... 

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Top 5 Baits For September Bass Fishing!

September brings big bass if you know where to look!  We have 5 key baits we rely on to catch fish as the early Fall patterns begin. September is a transitional month full of changing conditions and shifting fish. Let us help you get ahead of the curve so you can keep catching fish throughout the month!

As night time temperatures cool bass begin making moves. The day time temperatures remain the same, leaving many anglers scratching their heads about why the fish are moving. In today's video Matt explains how the fish are moving, where they're headed, then covers 5 key baits that you can use to catch them. He covers how to use a jerkbait, a shallow crankbait, a topwater, an underspin, and a jig to meet every situation during this transitional time. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discussed in the video. He's included the exact sizes, colors, and some of the gear he relies on as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

JERKBAITS (Soft and Hard)... 

-Zoom Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Albino Shad, Electric Shad, Smokin Shad

-Jackall Rerange 110: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Colors: SG Threadfin, Blue Pearl Shad, HL Silver Shad

CRANKBAITS... 

-SPRO Baby Fat John 50: http://bit.ly/2V03giW

Colors: Matte Shad, Honey Shad, Nasty Shad

-Megabass Super-Z Z2: https://bit.ly/3fsxn9G

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Hot Gill 2, Gillkko

TOPWATER... 

-River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea

Colors: Abalone Shad, Ghost Minnow, Bone

-Teckel Kicknocker: http://bit.ly/2nvxkoA

Colors: Bone, Lime Ice, Vanilla Ice

UNDERSPINS... 

Head- Blade Runner 1/2 oz Spintrix: http://bit.ly/29UVegz

Colors: Anchovy, Unpainted, Black Shad

Bait- Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

Head- Cool Baits 1/8 oz Down Under: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

Colors: Black Silver, Ol Faithful, Silver Shad

Bait- Keitech 4" Easy Shiner: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

JIGS... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin' Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: Go To, Canterbury Craw, Molting Craw

Trailer- Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Tramp Stamp

Jig- Keitech Tungsten 1/2 oz Football Jig: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Dark Green Pumpkin

Trailer- Netbait Paca Chunk (Tiny): http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

"BANG FOR THE BUCK" ALL-AROUND COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'2" Medium: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

"BUDGET" ALL-AROUND COMBO...

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX Casting: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Power Pro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

"BUDGET" FINESSE COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- Shimano SLX MGL 70: https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Line- Sunline 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR? 

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... 

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CLEARLAKE Fishing When Its HOT! ( Catching Bass With Ross England )

We're back!! Matt is teaming up with Ross England for a day on Clearlake and the bass are in trouble! Come along as Matt tries some Southern tricks on these Western bass and Ross goes to work with a topwater as temperatures soar up to 106 degrees! Today is full of laughs, good times, and knowledge about fishing, traveling, and Clearlake. 

When these two get in the boat, bass are going to be caught! Matt starts the day with a Scrounger and fluke, a combination that is rarely fished on Clearlake. It doesn't take long to start catching fish! Ross chips away with a Super Spook in search of a big bite, and the guys finally wrap it up with some beautiful frog fish in the afternoon. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits the guys were using and the travel gear Matt discussed in the video. We've included favorite lure colors, exact rod models, as well as any other relevant information to help you catch more fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Ross England's Guide Service: http://bit.ly/2mb7DIP

SUBSURFACE BAITS...

Scrounger... 

Head- Davis Baits Shaky Fish 1/2 oz: https://bit.ly/3AT3lYv

Bait- Zoom Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Color: Rainbow Shad

Chatterbait... 

Bait- ZMan JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

Trailer- Hog Farmer Spunk Shad: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Crystal Shad

Tail Spin... 

Bait- Jackall Deracoup 1 oz: http://bit.ly/2p8X4b0

Color: Clear Shad

TOPWATER BAITS... 

-SnagProof Bobby's Pefect Frog: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Color: Grey Ghost

-River2Sea Bully Wa 65: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Color: Little Allen

-Heddon Super Spook: http://bit.ly/2diThgH

Color: Okie Shad

-Booyah Pad Crasher: https://bit.ly/3CTf2iy

Color: Albino Frog

MATT'S TRAVEL COMBOS...

Spinning Combo (Shaky Head/Finesse)... 

Rod- Megabass Triza - Ageha: https://bit.ly/3g5fSiF

Reel- Shimano Intenza 2500: https://bit.ly/2nfApml

Line- Sufix 131 Braid 20 lb: https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Casting Combo #1 (Scrounger/Chatterbait)...

Rod- Megabass Triza - Stym Palides: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Casting Combo #2 (Jigs/Worms/Swimbait)... 

Rod- Megabass Triza - Dragoon: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Reel- Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Casting Combo #3 (Swimbaits/Flipping)... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Trek (Discontinued)

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Casting Combo #4 (Frogs)... 

Rod- BPM Custom Rods 7'3" XH Travel: Contact Via Instagram

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

TRADITIONAL COMBO…

Favorite Frog Combo…

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR? 

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