Grass Fishing Tricks For Summer! You NEED These To Catch MORE Fish!

Grass fishing can be EASY! Learn the tricks to reading expansive grass beds and start catching fish right away! In today's video we drop into a lake for the first time in 6 months (never been there in Summer) and starting catching big bass RIGHT AWAY! You can do this too! 

So many anglers are intimidated by lakes that are full of grass. Its easy to roam around for hours and never even see a fish. However, if someone shows you how to break down a grass flat you'll immediately see it in a new light. Edges suddenly become defined, grass types stand out, and fish become incredibly predictable! Don't let grass intimidate you any more!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits we used on the water. We've included the exact sizes and colors to help you catch more fish in similar situations. We're also including our "favorite colors" that we use around the country to help adapt these same techniques to your local waters. Additionally, we're including the key combos (frog, swim jig, chatterbait) that helped us get key bites and successfully land those fish despite the heavy grass. 

SUBSURFACE BAITS... 

Bait- Jackhammer Chatterbait 1/2 oz (Green Pumpkin Shad): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Great Colors: ClearWater Shad, Green Pumpkin Shad, Brett's Bluegill

Trailer- Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 5.5 (Ghost Minnow): http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Great Colors: Blue Gizzard, Crystal Shad, Natural Gill

Bait- Jackhammer Chatterbait 3/8 oz (Hite's Hot Craw): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Great Colors: ClearWater Shad, Green Pumpkin Shad, Brett's Bluegill

Trailer- Big Bite Kamikaze Swimon 4.25"(Green Pumpkin Red): https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Great Colors: Smoky Gold, Glow Silver, Green pumpkin

Bait- Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Swim Jig (Black/Blue): http://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Great Colors: Crappie, Tactical Shad, Threadfin Shad

Trailer- Gambler EZ Swimbait (Black and blue): https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Great Colors: Electric One, Ghost Shad, Alewife

Bait- Dirty Jigs 3/8 oz California Swim Jig (Black Blue): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Great Colors: Crappie, Tactical Shad, Threadfin Shad

Trailer- Gambler EZ Swimbait (Black and blue): https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Great Colors: Electric One, Ghost Shad, Alewife

TOPWATER BAITS... 

-SnagProof Bobby's Perfect Frog (Hot Mess): https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Great Colors: Pine Frogs, Grey Ghost, Bluegill

-Teckel Sprinker Frog (Pearl White): http://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

Great Colors: Hologram Bone, Bone, Bluegill

-Whopper Plopper 110 (Loon): http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Great Colors: Phantom Shad, Bone, Loon

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

HEAVY COVER CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Megabass Orochi Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

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

Leader- Sunline FC-100 Shock Leader 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

SWIM JIG COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

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

BUDGET FRIENDLY HEAVY COVER COMBO...

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

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

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

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Chatterbait and Swim Jig Tricks You Actually Need To Know!!

Finally! The tricks that make all the difference! When should you throw a swim jig instead of a chatterbait? What about just throwing a swimbait? What makes one better than another? Its time to find out exactly what each bait is for and when to switch between them!

Chatterbaits are incredible lures! They're ability to catch fish is rivaled by only a few other lures. But do they have a weakness? Of course they do! That's where the swim jig steps in. Understanding the differences between the chatterbait, swim jig, and swimbait will help you catch fish day after day. Learning to use these baits as a system instead of sticking with a single option will allow you to adapt to changing conditions on your lake. 

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

SWIMBAITS...

Head- Matt Allen Swimbait Head (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Bait- Storm Largo Shad (4"): https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color Shown: Pro Blue Red Pearl

SWIM JIGS...

-Dirty Jigs California Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Weight: 1/2 to 3/4 oz.

Favorite Colors: Crappie, Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Black/Blue

-Dirty Jigs Skirted Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Weight: 1/4 - 3/8 oz.

Favorite Colors: Alabama Craw, Crappie, Hematoma, Tactical Shad

SWIM JIG TRAILERS... 

-R2S D Walker Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

Sizes- 100 (Swim Jig), 120 (California Swim Jig)

Favorite Colors: PB Red, Shamrock Shad, Ice White

-13 Fishing Pleasure Shad: https://bit.ly/3A4F4hx

Sizes- 4" (Swim Jig), 5" (California Swim Jig)

Favorite Colors: Black and Tan, Collard Greens, Witches Brew

-Gambler EZ Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Favorite Colors: Electric One, Ghost Shad, Gold Rush

CHATTERBAITS...

-Evergreen JackHammer: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Weight- 3/8 to 1/2 oz.

Favorite Colors: Bruised Green Pump, Clearwater Shad, Green Pump Shad

-Z Man CrossEyez: https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

Weight- 3/8 to 1/2 oz.

Favorite Colors: Mouse Rat, Shad Spawn, Green Pumpkin

-Z Man Chatterbait Custom: http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI

Weight- 3/8 to 1/2 oz.

Favorite Colors: Bluegill, Glimmer Shad, Black Blue Flk

CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

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

Sizes: 4.5" and 5.5"

Favorite Colors: Blue Gizzard, Ghost Minnow, Black Blue, Natural Gill

-Big Bite Kamikaze Swim On: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Size: 4.25"

Favorite Colors: Green Pump Chart, Hematoma, Green Pumpkin

CLIP/SNAP UPGRADES...

-Nishine Original Snap: https://bit.ly/2T2ic1F

Size: #2

HIGH-END CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

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

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

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

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

ALL-AROUND CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Curado DC (XG): http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

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

BUDGET CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

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

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

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

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Underwater Chatterbait Footage! 19 Trailers Compared In Crystal Clear Water!!

Come underwater and watch how these different trailers move in the water, what their profiles look like, and pick your favorites! With 19 Trailers in 4 different profile categories, you're about to understand what makes one bait better than another! Today we're answering all the questions about chatterbaits! Which trailers work the best? Which ones are hype? Why do some baits get bit one day but not the next? Let's Go!

This video was a huge undertaking but was worth every second. Being able to see these different trailers and colors in the water answers countless questions. Going forward you can choose the best trailers for your application without having to waste money and time on all the others. Do your fish each bluegill? Try a "profile" trailer. Do your fish get pressured by other anglers? Its time for an "action" trailer and some erratic movement to draw the strikes. 

With all the baits and trailers covered in this video its hard to keep them straight in your mind. Below you'll find links to all 19 trailer configurations, in order. We've also included our 4 favorite chatterbaits, as well as color recommendations whenever possible. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Chatterbaits... 

-Evergreen JackHammer: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Favorite Colors- Black/Blue, Green Pumpkin Shad, Clearwater Shad

-Z Man CrossEyez: https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

Favorite Colors- Chili Dog, Green Pumpkin, Shad Spawn

-Chatterbait Custom: http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI

Favorite Colors- Black Blue Flk, Bluegill, Glimmer Shad

-Jackhammer Stealth Blade: https://bit.ly/30J8L8h

Favorite Colors- Spot Remover, Green Pumpkin Shad

Swimbait Trailers (In Order Of Appearance)... 

1) Yamamoto Kickin Zako: https://bit.ly/3fPRQsF

Colors- Tennessee Shad, Sight Flash, Zako

2) Keitech 4.8" Fat: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors- Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

3) Keitech 4.8" Fat (Upside Down): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors- Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

4) Gambler EZ Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Colors- Electric One, Ghost Shad, Gold Rush

Craw Trailers (In Order Of Appearance)... 

5) Yamamoto Cowboy: http://bit.ly/2q7AI72

Colors- Green Pump Black, Wtrmln/light wtrmln Blk Red

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

Colors- Green Pumpkin Red, Watermelon Red

7) Netbait Paca Slim Craw: http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Colors- Green Pumpkin Red, Delta Flare

8) Keitech Crazy Flapper: http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp

Colors- Double Trouble, Green Pumpkin Fire

Profile Trailers (In Order Of Appearance)... 

9) 13 Fishing Rabbit Ear Tail Invader: https://bit.ly/3vdNznG

Colors- Cilantro Lime, Collard Greens, Moldy Orange

10) Big Bite Baits Kamikaze Swimon: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Colors- Flame Thrower, Hematoma, Smoky Gold

11) Gambler Komodo: https://bit.ly/2Si8maU

Colors- Ghost Shad, Green Pumpkin Pearl

12) Strike King Menace Grub: http://bit.ly/2HmX7D0

Colors- Green Pumpkin, Moon Juice, Smokey Shad

13) Z Man Goat Twin Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/3u4ZT8l

Colors- Hot Craw, Watermelon Red

Action Trailers (In Order Of Appearance)... 

14) Keitech 4.8" Fat (cut tail): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors- Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

15) Yamamoto 4" Zako: http://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Colors- Tennessee Shad, Sight Flash, Electric Shad

16) Zoom Salty Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors- Albino, Smokin Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

17) Zoom Split Tail Trailer: http://bit.ly/2nL3wAd

Colors- Glimmer Blue, White Pearl

18) Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 4.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors- Ghost Minnow, Blue Gizzard, Natural Gill

19) Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 5.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors- Black and Blue, Blue Gizzard, Green Pumpkin

Ultra High-End Chatterbait Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 883C BJR (Pre-Order): https://bit.ly/3y0lbXZ

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

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

Leader- Sunline FC100 16 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

All-Around Chatterbait Combo... 

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

Reel- Shimano Curado DC (XG): http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

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

Budget Chatterbait Combo... 

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

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

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

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Shaky Head Worms For BIG Bass!! Post Spawn Bass Fishing Madness!

Come along for an awesome day of bass fishing on the Kissimmee Chain in Florida! We're targeting post spawn bass with plastic worms and its one of those special days where all the fish are biting! Shaky heads, senkos, speed worms, paddle tail worms, and chatterbaits are all getting the right bites! 

Florida can be intimidating if you've never spent time there. Endless water, all of it looks good but only a few places hold the majority of the fish. Thankfully the post spawn instantly levels the playing field just like it does in every other part of the country. Bass begin pulling to outside structure and isolated cover. You no longer worry about the endless maze in the shallows, instead you target the outer grass edges and breaks looking for a BIG bite. 

Today we caught fish on a variety of baits. We got a few reaction bites but the majority came on soft plastics. Below you'll find links to all the different baits these fish fell for, including the exact colors, and rigging. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

The Worm That Caught The Big One...  

Bait- Netbait T-Mac (Junebug): http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

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

Other Shaky Head Worms... 

-Zoom Trick Worm (Junebug): http://bit.ly/2aWkG7E

-Big Bite Squirrel Tail (Junebug): https://bit.ly/3c7I9Ui

Texas Rig Worms... 

-Zoom Magnum Ultravibe Speed Worm: https://bit.ly/3b4uk80

Colors: June Bug, Red Bug

-Big Bite Baits Tour Swim Worm 7.5": https://bit.ly/3ut2QR1

Color: Purpletoma

-Gambler Fat Ace 6": http://bit.ly/2aJq2AO

Color: Black Blue Blue Tail

-Yamamoto 6" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Black Blue Flake Blue Tip

Texas Rig Components... 

Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap 4/0: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

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

Peg- VMC Sinker Stops: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

Matt's Chatterbait...

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

Color: Brett's Bluegill

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

Color: Natural Gill

Cobi's Chatterbait... 

Bait- Evergreen JackHammer 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Black Blue

Trailer- Zoom Z Craw: http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5

Color: Black Sapphire

Cobi's Swim Jig... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Swim Jig 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Color: Crappie

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

Color: White Lightning

Matt's Shaky Head Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend X 7'1" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r3Wskp

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL (XG): http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

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

Matt's Texas Rig Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" heavy: https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL (XG): http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

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

Budget Shaky Head Combo... 

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

Reel- Shimano SLX XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

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

Budget Texas-Rig Combo... 

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

Reel- Shimano SLX XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Sunline Fluorocarbon 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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