How To Lose A 10 Lber In The Cold 😳😂 Late Fall Bass Fishing Fail!

Sometimes the fish win! Unfortunately its usually the really big ones that do! We work really hard to put the odds in our favor but its still fishing, and sometimes things go wrong. Come along for a crazy day on Lake Chickamauga! Air temps in the 40's but the bass are up shallow and willing to eat!

Could the pattern get any stranger? Half the bites coming on an Alabama Rig, the other half on a frog. We're not sure why, but we're not arguing either! Tim got a shot at a true Chickamauga GIANT bass but she had other plans. If you quit fishing in the Fall because its getting cold, these are the days you're missing! Get back out there!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear we used throughout the day. We've included the exact colors and sizes as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

THE FROGS... 

-Jackall Gavacho: http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Color: White

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

Color: Glitter Hasu

THE A-RIG... 

Rig- Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/38xd1es

Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait Head (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Dummy Baits- Lil Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Albino

Main Baits- Keitech 4.8" Fat: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl

CRANKBAIT... 

-R2S Biggie Smalls: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Color: Gizzard Shad

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: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

ALABAMA RIG COMBO... 

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

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

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

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

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Grass Fishing! Flukes And Topwater Tricks For Fall Bass Fishing!

Come along as we chase bass in the shallow grass! The baitfish have moved into the shallows and the bass are gorging on them! We're using a combination of flukes, walking baits, and frogs to reach the fish through changing conditions. Be sure to pay close attention to Matt's perspective on color when it comes to topwater lures!

The day starts off with heavy fog, then switches to clear skies, followed by wind, pre-frontal conditions, and ultimately it starts raining. Conditions don't get much crazier than that! Despite it all Matt is able to keep catching fish by adapting his baits and colors with each transition. Fall is an awesome time to be fishing, no matter what the weather throws your way!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment Matt used throughout the day. We've included the exact sizes and colors for each lure, as well as some great budget alternatives for his equipment.

TOPWATER... 

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

Color: Skeleton Chartreuse, Bleeding White

-Rapala Skitter Walk: https://bit.ly/37DC2Uz

Color: Shad Translucent, Chrome

FROGS... 

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

Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu

-Scum Frog Launch: https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

Colors: Shad, Bone Yard

FLUKE... 

Bait- Zoom Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Color: Smokin Shad

Hook- Gamakatsu Superline 4/0: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

FROG COMBO... 

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

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

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

FLUKE COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

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

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

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO... 

Rod- St Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Line- Power Pro Braid 40 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

BUDGET FROG COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Power Pro Braid 50 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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Fishing Kayak Put To The Test! 10 Miles Of Fishing In One Day!

Today was a marathon! Tim knew he'd be covering some serious water to reach his first spot but had no idea he'd cover 10 miles with a rod in hand before the day was done! Come along as he fishes Chickamauga, puts his Old Town Sportsman to the test, and dodges lightning bolts on the water!

Some days go exactly as planned and others turn into a marathon. We decided to share this video because it highlights the realities of bass fishing. There are good days and bad. Some days you catch giants, other days they come off at the boat. Its all a part of the sport we love and we often only focus on the good. Tim made some great decisions today, put safety first, and managed to get a few bites along the way. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment he used throughout the day. We've included exact colors and sizes for your reference as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TODAY'S LURES... 

Bait- Z Man JackHammer 1/2 oz: https://bit.ly/30J8L8h

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

Trailer- Yamamoto Zako: http://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Color: Green Pumpkin

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

Color: Perch

Bait- Teckel Sprinker Frog: http://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

Color: Color Me

Bait- Spro Baby Fat John 50 Crank: http://bit.ly/2V03giW

Color: Matte Shad

Bait- Jackall TN-70: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: SG Threadfin

Bait- Roboworm 6" Straight Worm: http://bit.ly/2asZyH3

Color: Margarita Mutilator

TIM'S KAYAK... 

-Old Town Sportsman Autopilot 120: https://bit.ly/32ySIuZ

TIM'S WHOPPER PLOPPER/CRANK COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 843C MBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Daiwa Tatula Elite 7:1: http://bit.ly/2ONCBS1

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

TIM'S DROPSHOT COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Sunline SX1 Braid 20 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

BUDGET ALL-AROUND KAYAK COMBO... 

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

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

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

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Fishing When Its HOT ( Let's Find These Bass! )

Come along on a hot July afternoon as we do some Summer bass fishing on Lake Chickamauga. Think you can't catch them when its hot? Think again! Watch as we break down the lake, build several patterns, and catch fish both deep and shallow despite of the heat. 

Summer bass fishing doesn't have to be tough. We know where the bass are positioning, its just a matter of getting them to bite. Matt begins by developing a solid offshore pattern. Once he's confident he can keep catching fish he completely shifts gears, moves shallow and starts the process over. Before long, he's got two solid patterns in completely different areas, and both are producing nice quality fish. 

Today was a "junk fishing" day. Matt caught fish on all sorts of different baits. Below you'll find links to every bait that caught a fish. We've included favorite colors and weights as well as some of the rod and reel combos he was using to get the job done. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TAIL SPINNER...

Bait- Jackall Deracoup Tail Spin 1 oz: http://bit.ly/2p8X4b0

Color: Clear Shad

SCROUNGER... 

Head- Hog Farmer Hog Wobblers 3/4 oz: https://bit.ly/3vBWUFj

Bait- Scottsboro 6" Shad Jerkbait: https://bit.ly/3gHTQ6t

Color: Viper Shad

UNDERSPIN... 

Head- Blade Runner Spintrix 1/2 oz (Anchovy): http://bit.ly/2oocg0a

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

BLADE BAIT... 

Bait- Damiki Vault 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Color: Spot Black

Hook Upgrade- Owner ST-56 (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

TOPWATER... 

Bait- Evergreen Shower Blows 125: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Half Mirror Wakasagi

CRANKBAIT... 

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

Color: Gizzard Blue Green

BLADE BAIT COMBO (New Rod)... 

Rod- Halo HFX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36rfYvW

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

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

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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 20 lb Shock Leader: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

HIGH-END TOPWATER COMBO... 

**These Rods ARE Available For BackOrder**

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 844C MBR: https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

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

Line- Sufix 131 Braid 40 lb: https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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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