Bass Fishing Vacation! Big Baits vs Finesse Baits On New Lakes

We're on vacation and the fishing is on fire! We're chasing big smallmouth and they're eating swimbaits! From tiny little finesse baits to larger swimbaits, the bite is rocking! Come along for a relaxed evening on the water as we lean back on the Smallies and enjoy some fun fishing!

This may just be a fun afternoon session for Matt but pay close attention to the details he drops while fishing. He's talking about targeting bigger fish on any natural lake in the country, then opens up about how to choose the best bait for the situation, even if you don't know anything about the lake you're on. There is key information sprinkled throughout this fishing session. And let's not overlook that in the North, fishing clear water, Matt opted to throw the bigger swimbaits and it worked!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits the guys were using. We've included the exact sizes and colors for each, along with the key rods and reels they used to successfully catch these fish, even on the lightest lines. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

LINE THRU SWIMBAIT...

-Big Bite Baits B5 Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3LLU4pm

Colors: Blue Gizzard, Pearly Shad

DARK SLEEPER...

-Megabass Dark Sleeper (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Color: Wakasagi

FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

Bait- Megabass Spark Shad: http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Color: Real, Ayu

Head- Dirty Jigs Guppy (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

JERKBAIT...

-Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

Color: Mat Skeleton Shad

Hook Upgrade- Gamakatsu Finesse Nano (Size 5): http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

HAIR JIG...

-Outkast Tackle Feider Fly (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2G7TBwj

LINE THRU SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod- Gamakatsu JDM Luxxe Avenge 7' MH: https://bit.ly/3hzK2ee

Reel- 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line- Sunline Super FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

DARK SLEEPER COMBO...

Rod- Megabass Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

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

JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line- Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

HAIR JIG COMBO...

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 901S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line- Sunline Super FC 5 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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Summer Fishing - Tips For Finding Fish And Catching Bigger Bass

These boys dodged the heat wave and caught some giant bass! Hop in the boat with them as they arrive in Wisconsin after a 12 hour drive across 5 states! Watch how they build a pattern, immediately locate fish, and not only catch fish, but catch great BIG bass! 

The key to success this evening was understanding bass' movements during the post spawn. With no history to rely on the guys looked at the map, chose a couple likely locations, and immediately began catching fish. They used a two-part approach, mixing a spy bait in with a variety of swimbaits. Post spawn fish tend to be aggressive, they want to feed, and this mix of reaction baits was the perfect option to catch these bass. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits the guys were using. We've included the exact colors and sizes, along with the gear they were using to throw them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can find detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SPY BAIT... 

-Duo Realis 3.5" Spinbait: https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Color: Komochi Wakasagi

DARK SLEEPER... 

-Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Color: Wakasagi

FINESSE SWIMBAIT... 

Bait- Megabass 3" Spark Shad: http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Color: Real

Head- Dirty Jigs Guppy 3/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Color: Tennessee Shad

LARGE SWIMBAITS... 

-Big Bite Baits B5 Line Thru: https://bit.ly/3LLU4pm

Color: Blue Gizzard

-Megabass 6" Magdraft: http://bit.ly/2CANTU7

Colors: White Back Shad

SPY BAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 901S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line- Sunline Super FC 5 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

DARK SLEEPER COMBO... 

Rod- Megabass P5 Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

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

GUPPY HEAD SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 902S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line- Sunline Super FC 5 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

5" LINE THRU SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Gamakatsu JDM Luxxe Avenge 7' MH: https://bit.ly/3hzK2ee

Reel- 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line- Sunline Super FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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Top 5 Baits For July Bass Fishing!

These are the baits we trust when July temperatures start to soar! The hotter it gets, the more predictable the bass are, creating an amazing opportunity for you as an angler. If you know which baits to use and where to fish, July bass fishing can be amazing! It doesn't matter where you are in the country, its time to get on the water and experience the peak of Summer bass fishing!

As water temperatures rise, bass rely heavily on overhead cover to shield them from the sun. It doesn't matter if you're on a small creek, a giant reservoir, or a weed-clogged lake, the need for shade makes bass very easy to catch. Without any effort at all you can predict where they will sit and with a few key baits, catching them becomes very easy. Forget beating the heat this July, its time to embrace the heat and use it to your advantage!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discussed in the video. We've included details on sizes, colors, and any modifications he uses to fish each bait. We've also included links to some great budget-friendly rod and reel combos that will help you fish these techniques effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

RELATED VIDEO... 

-Swing Head Jigs For Summer Bass: https://youtu.be/gc30nnOrdt4

SHAKEY HEAD WORMS... 

-Netbait T-Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Black Grape, Bama Bug

-Zoom Swamp Crawler: http://bit.ly/2arWoA8

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Watermelon Seed

SHAKEY HEAD... 

-Dirty Jigs Canterbury (3/16 oz): http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

WOBBLE HEAD... 

Head- Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football (1/2 oz with 4/0): http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Bait- XZone Lures Adrenaline Craw (Junebug): https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

TEXAS RIGGED CREATURE BAIT... 

-Netbait 4" Paca Slim: http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Black Shadow Flare, Okeechobee Craw

TEXAS-RIG COMPONENTS... 

Hook- Owner 4/0 All Purpose Soft Bait: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Weight- Swagger Vader Flippin: http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

SENKO (WACKY RIG)... 

Bait- Yamamoto 5" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Natural Shad, Baby Bass, Green Pumpkin Black Flake

Hook- Gamakatsu 1/0 Finesse Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

TOPWATER... 

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

Color: Little Allen

Popper- Megabass Pop Max: http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Secret Gill, Mat Shad

CRANKBAITS... 

-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Chartreuse Sexy Shad, Powder Blue Back Chart

-Azuma Z Boss 22: http://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Colors: Grand Shad, Goldie Lox, Gizzard Blue Green 

UNDERSPIN... 

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

Size: 1/4 oz, 3/0
Bait- Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

BUDGET SHAKY HEAD COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 6'10" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Sunline Super FC (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET WOBBLE HEAD COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Sunline FC 17 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'6" Medium Heavy Glass: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q

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

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Summer Worm Fishing For Bass! How to Rig, Where To Fish, Which Worms Catch More Fish!

Worms catch more bass each year than almost all other techniques combined! In Summer, the big plastic worm is king in deep water. Up shallow, most anglers overlook the effectiveness of the power shot. There are tricks to consistently catching fish on worms and today we're giving you the details to consistently catch fish, even in the heat of Summer!

Shaky Heads, Drop shot, Power Shot, Texas Rig, Carolina Rig... the list is endless! There are so many ways to rig plastic worms, but when does each method shine? Which technique should you try on your next fishing trip? Pay close attention as Tim breaks down where he applies each technique and the specific baits he uses to consistently catch fish. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, rigging components, and equipment Tim discussed in the video. We've also included our favorite sizes and colors for each method. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SMALLER STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS... 

-Netbait T-Mac Worm (6.5"): http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Black Grape, Bama Bug

-Roboworm 6" Fat Worm: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM

Colors: MMIII, Margarita Mutilator, Pro Staff Peoples Worm

-Roboworm 7" Straight Tail: http://bit.ly/2asZyH3

Colors: Black Grape, MMIII, Margarita Mutilator

LARGE STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS... 

-Strike King Bull Worm (8"): http://bit.ly/2Iqhy3w

Colors: Bama Bug, Junebug, TW Green Pumpkin

-Strike King Bull Worm (10"): http://bit.ly/2IVzvuS

Colors: Junebug, Plum Apple, Black Blue Flake

-Magnum Baits Wormser (8.5 or 11"): https://bit.ly/2XM1naf

Colors: Delta Dark Purple, Blk Blu Flk, Green Pumpkin

RIBBON TAIL WORMS... 

-Netbait C-Mac Worm (11" and 15"): https://bit.ly/2OxtIzR

Colors: Junebug, Kentucky Special, Green Pumpkin Candy

-Zoom Ol Monster: http://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Colors: Candy Bug, Junebug, Plum Apple

-Zoom Magnum Ol Monster: http://bit.ly/2P5QZbq

Colors: Junebug, Plum Apple, Green Pumpkin 

-Berkley 10" Power Worm: http://bit.ly/2cxomPX

Colors: Black, Black Grape, Green Pumpkin

SHAKY HEAD COMPONENTS... 

Small Worms- Horseshoe Shaky (3/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3xRnvBb

T-Mac - Canterbury Head (1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Large Worms- Magnum Horseshoe (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3gcYsyn

POWER SHOT COMPONENTS... 

Hook- Owner Cover Shot HD (3/0): https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Weight- Swagger Tungsten 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

CAROLINA RIG COMPONENTS... 

Sinker Stop (medium): https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

Weight- Swagger Tungsten Barrel (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/3f14FNn

Swivel- SPRO Power Swivel (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

Hook- Owner Oversize Worm Hook (11/0): http://bit.ly/2C1EZ4s

TEXAS RIG COMPONENTS... 

Weight- Swagger Vader (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

Hook- Owner All Purpose (5/0): https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Sinker Stop (medium): https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

SHAKY HEAD COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

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

Line- Sunline Super FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

POWER SHOT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride A 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

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

Leader- Sunline Super FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

CAROLINA RIG/ TEXAS RIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride A 7'6" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

Leader- Sunline FC100 Shock Leader (20 lb): http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

BUDGET CAROLINA/TEXAS COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'5" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 HG: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Sunline Super FC (18 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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