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

INSANE Underwater Footage Of Bass Eating Worms and Finesse Baits!

Come underwater and watch these bass destroy our baits! They’re inhaling dropshot worms, smashing ned rigs, and choking down tubes. If you’ve ever wanted to see exactly what happens to your finesse baits when you feel that “tick” in the line, this is for you! Its amazing to watch how the different bass approach and ambush each bait differently. 

We focused on 3 styles of baits in today’s videos. While there are all sorts of awesome finesse baits the dropshot, ned rig, and tube are staples across the country. We included 3 different dropshot baits, 3 Ned Rig baits, and 1 tube. All of the baits used in the video are proven fish catchers that we have personal confidence in to consistently produce bites. 

Below is a breakdown of the specific baits in the video (in order of appearance). We included all of our favorite colors for each bait as well as the terminal tackle we used to rig them so you can perfectly replicate the action shown. 

The Baits… 

-Xzone Finesse Slammer: http://bit.ly/2TJt7L8

(Bluegill, Big Limit, Purple Shiner)

-Roboworm Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

(Prism Shad, Desert Craw, TW Black Blue/Green Pumpkin)

-Z Man TRD BugZ: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

(Mud Bug, Green Pumpkin)

-Z Man TRD TicklerZ: http://bit.ly/2mGyDAC

(Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin, Smelt)

-Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY

(Green Pump org blk purp prl bl, Smoke Purple Flake, Green Pumpkin Purple)

-Reaction Innovations Flirt Worm 4.95: http://bit.ly/2CMB33J

(Lickety Split, Spring Break, Spanish Fly)

-Big Bite Bait Tour Tube 3.5: http://bit.ly/32e23VR

(Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Purple Copper, Green Pumpkin Blue)

Dropshot Components… 

Hook- Owner Mosquito Light Size 2: http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Weight- Swagger Tungsten 1/4 oz Teardrop: http://bit.ly/2V2B63h

Line- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Ned Rig Components… 

Head- Swagger Tungsten Flanders 1/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M

Tube Components… 

Head- Bite Me Flat Eye Tube Head 3/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2diyVXK

Tim’s Favorite Finesse Combo… 

Rod- G Loomis NRX 852S JWR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

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

Line- Sunline SX1 12 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Awesome Budget Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'6" Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Reel- Shimano NASCI 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- 15 lb Power Pro Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- 8 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

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

Top 5 Finesse Swimbaits For Spring Bass Fishing

Can TINY swimbaits catch BIG bass? You better believe it! Learning how to use small swimbaits as part of your finesse fishing arsenal is a key to consistent success during the ever-changing Spring fishing season. With rain storms, flood waters, and cold snaps, Spring brings a lot of challenges for bass fishing but if you know how to turn to the finesse swimbait, a lot of the struggle can be avoided. 

In recent years the market has been flooded with tiny swimbaits. Every brand makes one and many brands make 2 or 3. How do you know which baits are worth your time? In today's video we narrow it down to a few select baits. These are the baits that are consistent producers and that provide unique actions you won't find in most of the swimbaits on the market. 

Knowing exactly which swimbait to throw on a given day will require some practice but remember that the softer the bait, the more likely it will continue to kick well in cold water. The harder the bait, the more likely it will provide a strong vibration in warm water. Below is a breakdown of the heads, baits, and colors that we use when we're finesse swimbait fishing. 

The heads... 

-TacticalBassin Finesse Swimbait Head: http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

-Dirty Jigs Guppy Head (1/0 hook): http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

-Cool Baits Down Underspin (3/16 oz): http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

-Megabass Okashira (both sizes): http://bit.ly/2EpluSA

The baits... 

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

(Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Chart/Blue)

-River2Sea D Walker 100: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

(PB Red, Shamrock Shad, Silverside)

-Xzone Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

(Tennessee Shad, 210, 309)

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

(Purple Haze, Royal Gill, Silver Shad)

-Megabass Dark Sleeper 3": http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

(Donko, Haze, Wakasagi)

Alternate Colors To Try... Chartreuse/Blue, Morning Dawn (Pink), All White, Yellow. 

Casting Combo For Mid Size Finesse Swimbaits... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light +: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

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

Leader- 10 lb Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Spinning Combo For Finesse Swimbaits... 

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

Reel- Shimano Nasci 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- 10 lb Power Pro Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- 6 lb Sunline Sniper: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

High-End Spinning Combo For Subtle Bite Detection... 

Rod- G Loomis Conquest 902S SJR: http://bit.ly/2BiGUNi

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

Line- Power Pro Braided Line 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- Sunline Sniper 5 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

4 Must Try Baits When Bass Refuse To Bite!

Do your bass have lock jaw? Ours too! Here are the baits we turn to when absolutely nothing is working. When the going gets tough, confidence is everything. These 4 baits in very specific colors are what we turn to when the bass just don't want to bite. 

Spring bass fishing is full of big bass, fun patterns, and aggressive strikes. Its also full of cold fronts, rising water, post-frontal wind storms, and freezing temperatures. When the tables are turned against you its important to know what to do next. Matt and Tim were faced with very tough conditions today and adapted accordingly. While the bite remained tough, they fished with confidence knowing they were making the right choices in spite of the circumstances. 

The next time you're faced with less than ideal weather, turn to finesse baits to get bit. You know how much we love to power fish but some days it just isn't worth it. Below is a break down of the 4 baits we confidently tied on in pursuit of lock-jawed bass. 

Dropshot... 

Bait- Strike King Dream Shot (Triple Magic): http://bit.ly/2aAoUoR

Hook- Owner Mosquito Light (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Weight- Swagger 1/4 oz Tungsten: http://bit.ly/2YAoMuv

Ned... 

Bait- Roboworm 3" Ned (Desert Craw): http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Head- Tungsten "Flanders" Ned 1/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M

Jig... 

Bait- Dirty Jigs Finesse 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

(Green Pumpkin Craw)

Trailer- Yamamoto 5" Double Tail: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

(Green Pump Purple and Copper Flake)

Shaky Head Worm... 

Bait- Roboworm 6" Fat Straight Tail: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM

(Margarita Mutilator)

Hook- Canterbury Shaky Head 1/8 oz Black: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Tim's NRX Finesse Spinning Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX 822S DSR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

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

Line- Sunline SX1 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader- Sunline Sniper 7 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Matt's Versatile Casting Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL 150 HG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

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

Leader- 10 lb Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

"Affordable and Sensitive" Finesse Combo... 

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

Reel- Shimano NASCI 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- Power Pro 15 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

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