Swimbait Tips For Early Spring Bass Fishing!

SWIMBAIT FISHING IS EASY! If you've ever wanted to give it a try, we're going to show you everything you need to know. Most anglers want you to believe its difficult but besides a few little tricks, there isn't much to it. Understanding when and where to fish these baits, as well as which baits to throw in different situations, will make it even easier to catch a giant bass!

Today Tim breaks down the differences between lure designs and actions, and how they fit different conditions. Once you've got the basics it really does come down to just going fishing. You can catch a giant swimbait fish this year if you commit to it! 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes, sink rates, and colors where applicable. We've also included some great rod and reel combos to help you land that trophy fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

RELATED SWIMBAIT VIDEOS...

•Matt's Full Swimbait Seminar: https://youtu.be/2CKYzINfDuI

•Underwater Swimbaits Compared: https://youtu.be/S3KLFqZ-2_k

SOFT TROUT AND KOKANEE BAITS...

•Savage Gear 8" RTF Trout (Fast Sink): https://bit.ly/33GROg1

Color: Dirty Silver, Trout

•Huddleston Deluxe 8" (ROF 12): http://bit.ly/2azFTon

Color: Trout, Holdover

•Huddleston 68 (ROF 12): http://bit.ly/2dj5apG

Color: Black Gizzard, Green Gizzard

•Hawg Hunter Magnum Trout: https://bit.ly/3WuwJ0P

Colors: TW Gizzard, TW Hatchery

BIG TROUT AND KOKANEE GLIDES...

•Baitsanity Explorer: http://bit.ly/33bQyxY

Colors: TW Steelhead, Kokanee, Shad

•River2Sea S Waver 200: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Colors: Light Trout, Rainbow Trout

•Deps Slide Swimmer 250: http://bit.ly/2AfXQnF

Colors: TW Mirror Trout, Butch Brown Phantom Shad

BAITFISH PROFILE SOFT BAITS...

•Megabass Magdraft (6" and 8"): http://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Colors: White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad

•Bacca Burrito (5" and 6"): https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Color: Tactical Shad, Who Dat

•Mattlures Hammer Tail Shad: http://bit.ly/2vM8cKF

Color: Light Gizzard, Green Threadfin

•Osprey Line Through: http://bit.ly/2laKeWD

Colors: TW Shad, Chartreuse Shad, Light Hitch

WEEDLESS SOFT BAITS...

•Megabass Magdraft Freestyle: http://bit.ly/3bRG3Wi

Color: White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad

Hook: Owner Beast 8/0 (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2ancP66

•Scottsboro Tackle 6" Line Through: http://bit.ly/2Oy7CKH

Color: Natural Light, Ol Smokey

Hook: Owner Beast 8/0 (3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2ancP66

•All American Fatty Trash Fish: http://bit.ly/2ixaEw2

Color: Chartreuse Shad, Just Shad

Hook: Owner Beast 8/0 (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2ancP66

BLUEGILL SOFT BAITS...

•Savage Gear 4" Pulse Tail RTF: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH

Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Gill

•Matt Lures Hammer Tail: http://bit.ly/2FsZhA3

Color: Male Bluegill, TW Bluegill

•Megabass Sleeper Gill: https://bit.ly/3HPvgMT

Colors: Gill, Gillkko

•Little Creeper Sunfish: http://bit.ly/2ahBNOT

Colors: Female Bluegill, Male Bluegill

SMALL PROFILE SWIMBAITS...

•X Zone Mega Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Sexy Shad, Green Pumpkin Blue Flake

COVER GLIDE BAITS...

•River2Sea S Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Color: Bluegill, Light Trout

•G Ratt Sneaky Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe

Color: Gizzard Shad, Hitch, GP Hitch

HARD BLUEGILL BAITS...

•Jackall Gantarel: http://bit.ly/2adZI3R

Colors: RT Bluegill, RT Spawn Gill, RT Ghost Gill

•Baitsanity Gill Explorer: https://bit.ly/3F65FxK

Colors: Bluegill, Dark Bluegill

•Megabass Vatalion: http://bit.ly/367AOxD

Colors: GG Gill, Ito Cichlid, Ito Wild Gill

FAVORITE SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 966 SWBR: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Reel– Shimano Tranx 300 (HG): http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Fluoro 35 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

GREAT SWIMBAIT RODS (BUDGET TO MID PRICED)

•Shimano SLX 7'8" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3QbMjvs

•13 Fishing Omen Black 8’ Heavy: https://bit.ly/390GC01

•St Croix Bass X 7'10" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

•St Croix Victory 7'10" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

•Dobyns Fury 795 and 806: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Top 5 Baits For March Bass Fishing!

March is an awesome month in bass fishing! Big bass are transitioning into the shallows to feed and the fishing can be amazing! We focus on faster, more aggressive presentations all month long and you should too!

March is some of the best bass fishing of the year! Bass are feeding and you can catch them on many different baits. We focus on a handful of key lures and colors to get consistent bites wherever we go and you can apply that same information to your local lake. From chatterbaits to crankbaits to swimbaits, this is the month to try to catch a big bass!

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

CHATTERBAITS...

•ZMan JackHammer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Black Blue, Green Pumpkin Shad, Fire Craw

•ZMan Mini Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

Colors: Bluegill, Spot Remover, Gizzard Shad

CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

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

New Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse

•Missile Baits Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Colors: Bruiser Flash, Frosted Purple, Green Pumpkin Delight

•Big Bite Baits Swimon 3.75: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Colors: Smoky Gold, Glow Silver, Green Pumpkin

LIPLESS CRANKBAITS...

•Jackall TN–70: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: RT Escape Craw, SS Shad, SG Threadfin

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

Colors: American Shad, Chartreuse Shad, Ghost Minnow

JERKBAITS...

•Shimano World Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

Colors: Clown, Chart Silver, Black Silver

•Jackall Rerange: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Colors: Chart Back Pearl, Secret Shad 2 

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

•Spro Little John: http://bit.ly/2dDfuqt

Colors: Blood Craw, Fire Craw, Chrome Olive

•River2Sea Biggie Poppa: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Cold Blooded, Delta Craw, Rooster

•13 Fishing Scamp: https://bit.ly/3iMkYAw

Colors: Day Old Guac, Epic Shad, Mudbug Punch

SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass 8" Magdraft: http://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Colors: Albino Pearl Shad, White Back Shad

•River2Sea S–Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Colors: Warden Hitch, I Know It, Light Trout

ALABAMA RIGS...

•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

•Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/38xd1es

MINI RIG COMPONENTS...

Heads– Matt Allen 1/8 oz Heads: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Baits– XZone Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Sizes: 3.5", 4"

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Dummy Baits– Damiki 3" Armor Shad: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Colors: American Shad, Pure Gill

FAVORITE JERKBAIT COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

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

FAVORITE CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 16 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

FAVORITE MINI RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7’5” Medium heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Exploring A New Lake! (Bass Fishing In A Swamp)

Come along for a day of bass fishing in a swamp! We're out on the road exploring new lakes and we've found ourselves in the middle of a Southern cypress swamp. Watch as we break down this diverse fishery and catch bass amongst its endless grass lines and fields of standing timber! 

Its rare to see Tim and Matt slow down and fish with plastics. Today is very much a traditional bass fishing day as the duo do all their damage with plastic worms. While they got bit on a handful of reaction baits, Matt caught his fish with a big curly tail worm and Tim found success with a shaky head. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits the guys were fishing, as well as the rods and reels they were using to present them effectively. We've also included their terminal tackle, bait colors, and any other pertinent information. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.  

CURLY TAIL WORM...

Bait– Netbait C Mac 11" Worm: https://bit.ly/2OxtIzR

Color: Plum

Hook– VMC Heavy Duty Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/3ad5XVc

Size: 5/0

Weight– Freedom Tackle Flippin: https://bit.ly/3jooeXx

Size: 1/2 oz

SHAKY HEAD...

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

Color: Junebug

Hook– Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shaky: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 1/4 oz

BLADE BAIT...

•Damiki Vault (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Color: Holo Flash Gill

SWIMBAITS WE TRIED...

•Megabass Sleeper Gill: https://bit.ly/3HPvgMT

Color: Gillkko

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Owner Flashy Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 5/0

•Megabass Magdraft Freestyle: http://bit.ly/3bRG3Wi

Color: White Back Shad

•Owner Beast Hook: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

Size: 8/0

MATT'S TEXAS RIG WORM COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'7" Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

TIM'S SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BUDGET BIG WORM COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano SLX XT 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Power Pro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BUDGET SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Fate Black 7'1" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3xSUZB3

Reel– 13 Fishing Modus C2: https://bit.ly/3HJdwnR

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

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

The Best Way To Catch Bigger Bass Right Now!!

Spring is on the horizon and bass are shifting toward the prespawn. During this period there is one simple trick you can take advantage of to catch more and bigger fish! Focus your attention on red (and orange) lures! From chatterbaits to crankbaits, spinnerbaits to jigs, these bold crawfish imitators should be a staple in your fishing arsenal!

The color red is the biggest trick in Spring bass fishing. If you're on a clear water lake, focus on a ghost red. If your water is recently turned muddy, focus on the bright reds and oranges. If your fish don't want to chase, add some red to your jig. Its remarkable the difference that this one little trick can make! We catch a TON of fish on red in the next 4-8 weeks and we don't want you to miss out!

Below you'll find links to some of our favorite baits to throw in red patterns. We've included the exact color names for each bait, as well as a couple of the rod and reel combos we use to fish them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.  

CHATTERBAITS...

•ZMan JackHammer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Fire Craw, Fire Craw Orange Blade, Spring Craw

•ZMan Cross Eyez (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

Color: Chili Craw, Fire Craw

CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

•Yamamoto Zako: http://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Colors: Fire Craw, Watermelon Copper Orange

•Missile Baits Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Colors: Lava Craw, Green Pumpkin

•Big Bite Baits SwimOn: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Colors: Flame thrower, Flame Thrower Green Pumpkin

LIPLESS CRANKBAITS...

•13 Fishing Magic Man: https://bit.ly/3ABgQv8

Color: Mudbug Punch

•Jackall TN 70: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: Craw Fish, RT Escape Craw

•Rat-L-Trap (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2gm8CjC

Colors: Cali Craw, Red Craw

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

Colors: Spring Craw, Delta Craw

CRANKBAITS...

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

Color: Blood Craw

•Rapala DT10, 14, & 16: http://bit.ly/2BL0UYl 

Color: Red Crawdad, Delta

•Megabass Super Z3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Colors: Wild Craw, IT Craw

•SPRO RK Crawler: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Red Bug, Red Craw

SQUAREBILLS...

•Rapala Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Classic Craw, Red Crawdad

•River2Sea Biggie Poppa: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Cold Blooded, Rooster

•SPRO Speed Demon: https://bit.ly/3XGWUC2

Color: Delta Red

BLADE BAITS...

•Megabass Dyna Response (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2R7FlvL

Color: Red Hot Craw

•Damiki Vault (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Color: Holo Red Craw

JIGS...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin' Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: NorCal Craw

•Dirty Jigs Compact Flippin (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Color:  Alabama Craw, Kentucky Craw

•Missile Baits Mini Swim Jig (7/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3SdHVOF

Color: Lava Craw

JIG TRAILERS...

•Yamamoto Yama Craw: https://bit.ly/3Sb4Mua

Colors: Fire Craw, Green Pumpkin

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

Colors: Bloody Mary, Ox Blood

•Missile Baits Mini D Chunk: https://bit.ly/3lGE8gx

Colors: Lava Craw, Bamer Craw

SOFT PLASTICS...

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

Colors: Watermelon Copper Orange, Lava Craw

•Roboworm 6" Straight Tail: http://bit.ly/2asZyH3

Colors: Martens Madness, Red Crawler

•Yamamoto 3" Ned Senko: https://bit.ly/3BIjwL2

Color: Fire Craw

OUR FAVORITE CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate System Shock 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'2" Medium: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

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

Line– Sunline Crank FC 14 lb: https://bit.ly/3fohguC

BUDGET FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Line– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz