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? 

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Night Fishing Tips That Matter! ( Beginner AND Advanced )

Get out of the heat and catch bigger bass! Summer night fishing is so much fun! If you're tired of getting beat up by the sun and grinding it out in the heat, it might be time for you to hit the lake in the dark. Today we're covering everything from the basics on equipment to advanced tricks to get bites in every moon phase. 

Once you're used to the darkness, night fishing is easier than fishing in the day. Most nights the fishing is very good, though it will take some time to learn the fine details. If you want to be consistent, we've got some tips that will save you years of trial of error. We're covering everything from which moon phase for different water clarities, to how much weight you should use to stay connected to your jig in the dark. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits we discussed in the video. We've included our favorite weights, favorite colors, rigging components, and some of the gear we use to consistently catch fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

BIG WORMS... 

-Zoom Ol' Monster 10" Worm: http://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Colors: Junebug Red, Candy Bug, Black Emerald

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

Colors: Junebug, Black Blue Flake, Green Pumpkin

WORM RIGGING... 

Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap 5/0: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Weight- Swagger Vader Tungsten (1/2 - 1 oz): https://bit.ly/3c28mks

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

JIG... 

-Dirty Jigs No-Jack Flippin' (1/2 - 3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Molting Craw, Pay Day, Go To

JIG TRAILERS... 

-Reaction Innovations Kinky Beaver: http://bit.ly/2XQ1kJ1

Colors: Hematoma, Tramp Stamp

-Netbait Paca Chunk Sr: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Black Blue Flk, Green Pumpkin

SWIM JIG/TRAILER... 

-California Swim Jig (1/2 - 3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Colors: Citrus Shad, Crappie, Tactical Shad, Bluegill

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

Colors: Chartreuse Back Pearl, French Pearl, Green Pumpkin

SPINNERBAITS... 

-Blade Runner Double Willow: http://bit.ly/2ShreWf

Colors: Pearl, Chart Shad, Delta Craw

-Terminator P-1 Pro Painted Blades: https://bit.ly/36B34vN

Colors: Nashville Sexy, Silver Shiner

-War Eagle Painted Blade 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2GOfpOF

Color: Coleslaw

CHATTERBAIT... 

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

Colors: Bruised Green Pumpkin, Green Shad, White

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

Colors: Albino, Electric Blue, Green Pumpkin Magic

DEEP DIVING CRANKBAIT... 

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

Colors: Chart Blue Back Splatterback, Orange Bream, Blue Gizzard

-Norman DD22: http://bit.ly/2LKB37w

Colors: Chili Bowl, Chart/Blue, Lavender Shad

TOPWATER…

-Whopper Plopper 130: http://bit.ly/2a7ipHL

Colors: Loon, Bone

-Jackall Pompadour: https://bit.ly/3hxLgHK

Colors: Yellow Frog, Black, Bone

-Megabass I-Wing 135: https://bit.ly/3wvab2U

Colors: Rat Walker, White Python

-Bucca Bull Shad Wake: http://bit.ly/2yceVRt

Colors: Bone, Gizzard Shad

-PB Rat 2-Piece: https://bit.ly/2OKJZBH

Colors: Black, White Black

FAVORITE NIGHT FISHING COMBO... 

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

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

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

"BANG FOR THE BUCK" NIGHT FISHING COMBO... 

Rod- Dobyns Fury 7'3" Mag Heavy (736): http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

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

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

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

3 Topwater Tricks For Late Summer Bass Fishing!

The dog days of Summer have arrived! Catching bass on topwater is really simple, but there are some tricks! It doesn't matter if you fish reservoirs, swamps, or ponds, here are 3 tips that will simplify your topwater fishing this Summer.

The second half of Summer requires more attention to detail. The bass have seen a lot of baits the past few months and standing out from the crowd will become more important as each day passes. We recommend fishing the extremes. Focus on baits that are significantly larger, and significantly smaller than the "normal" offerings. Additionally, targeting fish during low light periods with fast moving baits and high sun periods with subtle presentations will increase your odds. 

Below you'll find links to our favorite baits for each topwater category. We've included our favorite colors for each, as well as the equipment we use to fish them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

RATS/WAKEBAITS... 

Favorite Rat- PB Rat 2-Piece: https://bit.ly/2OKJZBH

colors: Bone Brown, Brown Black

Budget Rat- Spro Rat 50: http://bit.ly/2tHDGyU

Colors: Ninja, Brown

Wake- Bull Shad Wake: http://bit.ly/2yceVRt

Colors: Gizzard Shad

WALKING BAIT... 

-Evergreen Shower Blows (Size 105): http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Bleeding White, American Shad

-Rapala Skitter Walk (Size 8): https://bit.ly/37DC2Uz

Colors: Shad Translucent, Chrome

FROGS... 

Big- Spro King Daddy: http://bit.ly/2h0LCYd

Colors: Killer Gill, Midnight Walker, Nasty Shad

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

Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu, White

UNIQUE ACTION FROGS... 

Bladed Feet- Teckel Honker: http://bit.ly/2Xj7Ye4

Colors: Black Blue, Gizzard Shad

Spinning Tail- Teckel Sprinker: http://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

Colors: Bone, Bluegill

POPPERS... 

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

Colors: Matte Shad, MB Gizzard

-Yellow Magic 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2al0dKP

Colors: Alewife, Smoke Shad

-Damiki D- Pop 70: http://bit.ly/2Pjvqo3

Colors: Black Holo, Spayu

BUZZBAITS... 

Subtle- D&M Easy Roller: https://bit.ly/2SCqcmj

Colors: Night Stalker, Red Bug

Clacker- Zorro Baits Head Knocker: http://bit.ly/2d4VpK1

Colors: Black/Black, White/White

WHOPPER PLOPPERS... 

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

Colors: Bone, Loon, Phantom Shad

-Whopper Plopper 90: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Bone, Loon, Phantom Shad

WALKING/TOPWATER COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'2" Medium: https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW

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

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

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

FROG COMBO...

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

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

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

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

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

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

Line- Power Pro Braided Line 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b 

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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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

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