Winter Fishing With BFS Gear! **Cold Weather Fishing Tips**

Are you thinking about fishing in the cold? Before venturing out, check out this video for some key tips to help you enjoy your time on the water. Come along as Matt power fishes for aggressive largemouth, then adapts to BFS tackle and puts a big bass in the boat under challenging conditions!

You never know what the fish will throw at you in Winter. Some days they want to feed, other days they're lethargic, its always a gamble. Being prepared to adapt to changing conditions is key! Today, Matt caught fish on an Alabama Rig early, then turned to a finesse swimbait on BFS tackle to keep catching fish.

Below you'll find links to the baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We've included the exact sizes and colors for each lure, along with any important information. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. Also, we've included a link to our BFS buyer's guide in case you're not familiar with the BFS method of fishing and would like to get more information. 

BFS BUYER'S GUIDE: https://youtu.be/i62QoxIxQ7I

ALABAMA RIG... 

Rig- Hog Farmer Tactical Flex: https://bit.ly/3vhpSez

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

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

Swimbaits- 13 Fishing Churro 4.25: https://bit.ly/2LLeRA6

Colors: Moonlight Clan

Other Great Colors: Mojito, Purple Rain, Blue Collar

UNDERSPIN KEITECH... 

Head- Cool Baits Down Underspin (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

Color: Ol Faithful Silver Blade

Bait- Keitech 2.8" Fat Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: TW Pro Blue

CRANKBAIT...

Bait- R2S Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Color: Glass Minnow

TAIL SPIN... 

Bait- Jackall Deracoup 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2p8X4b0

Color: Dera Shad

BLADE BAIT... 

Bait- Megabass Dyna Response 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2R7FlvL

Color: Setsuki Ayu

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT... 

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

Color: SG Threadfin

Hook Upgrade- Owner ST-56: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Size: 4

ALABAMA RIG COMBO... 

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

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

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

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

BFS COMBO... 

Rod- Dobyns Sierra 7' Ultralight: https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

Reel- Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

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

BUDGET A-RIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'5" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line- Sunline Super FC 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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

Matt's NEW PB! Didn't Expect This Fish To Bite!

Matt has no idea he's about to catch his PB! You just never know what's going to bite when you're out on the lake! Come along for a fun day of bass fishing full of all sorts of other random species catches as well! The transition from Fall to Winter is a great time to be on the water!

This would have been a really fun day of bass fishing but it got even better when a giant Walleye decided to make an appearance on the first stop of the morning! Too much fun! Today was unseasonably warm so Matt was able to power fish all day long. He caught fish on the Alabama Rig and several different underspins. The key to his success today was retrieve speed. As the temperatures rose, so did the fish's desire to chase the baits. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt used throughout the day. We've also included links to the rods and equipment he was using to catch these fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

THE ALABAMA 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

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl

EXPOSED UNDERSPIN... 

Head- Picasso Single Barrel (3/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3py2s0v

Swimbait- Keitech 3.3" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Sexy Shad, TW Ghost Shad

WEEDLESS UNDERSPIN... 

Head- Owner Flashy Swimmer (3/0): http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Swimbait- Storm 3" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color: Albino Shad

ALABAMA RIG COMBO... 

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

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

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

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

UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite 7'6" Medium: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Reel- Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line- Sunline SX1 16 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

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

UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO... 

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

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

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

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

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

How To Catch Bass In Winter! (Beginner To Advanced)

Do you want to catch bass this Winter? Whether you're trying it for the first time or you fish all Winter long, these tips will help you be more successful on the water. Come along for a day on the water and watch as Tim explores likely Winter areas, then sits down and gives an in-depth description of fish movements throughout the Winter months. 

Catching bass is all about understanding their movements. Tim starts out by catching a nearly 5 lb Smallmouth with no background information on this fishery. He doesn't have "secret spots" or friends telling him what do to, he's simply running the areas that bass congregate on as water temperatures drop, and it works. You can do this too! Pay close attention as he details how fish leave shallows and position on outside structures. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim threw in today's video. We've included the exact colors and weights for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. You'll also find links to related Winter fishing videos if you want a better understanding of the baits we use in cold water. 

CRANKBAIT... 

Bait- R2S Tactical DD 75 Crankbait: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Glass Minnow

ALABAMA 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, Silver Shad

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

UNDERSPIN... 

Bait- Keitech 4.3" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: TW Ghost Shad

Hook- Owner Flashy Swimmer 3/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

MAP CARDS FOR ELECTRONICS...

-Humminbird LakeMaster Plus: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc

-Navionics HotMaps Platinum: http://bit.ly/2ZitTiR

WINTER LURE VIDEOS... 

If you're looking for a more detailed list of the baits to throw this time of year, check out these related videos for ideas.

-Top Baits For November Bass Fishing: https://youtu.be/8TQmEu3zQb8

-Top 5 Baits For December Bass Fishing: https://youtu.be/RDeyTJ_iSqI

"BANG FOR THE BUCK" CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis GCX 845 CBR: https://bit.ly/2G5Bc86

Reel- 13 Fishing C2 (7.5:1 Speed): https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

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

BUDGET UNDERSPIN COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

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

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

Underspin And Screw Head Tricks For Bass Fishing!

The underspin is a lure every bass fisherman should own! When bass are chasing smaller baitfish, an underspin paired with a swimbait outfishes virtually every other lure. Today we're showing you the differences between these heads, and when you should be fishing each style. 

With all the different swimbaits and underspins on the market, how do you know which models to use? Matt breaks them down into categories and gives you the best of the best for each situation. By the time you reach the end of this video you'll know exactly when to reach for a full size option, or when the little 2.8 keitech is your best bet. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits and heads in the video. We've also included some of our favorite rod and reel combos for this technique, including a great budget option. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

UNDERSPIN HEADS (In Order Of Appearance)...

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

-Hog Farmer War Pig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2pcQnRP

-VMC Spin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3381fEf

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

Upgrade: Owner CPS Spring (Large): http://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

-Blade Runner Spintrix (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2oocg0a

-Picasso Single Barrel (3/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3py2s0v

-Cool Baits Down Under (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

-Megabass Okashira Screw Head (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2EpluSA

SWIMBAITS (In Order Of Appearance)... 

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Other Colors: Electric Shad, TW Pro Blue

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

Color: Sexy Shad

Other Colors: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

-Damiki Armor Shad (3 inch): http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Color: Pure Gill

Other Colors: RP Blue Pearl, American Shad

-Storm Largo Shad (3 inch): https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color: Tennesse Shad

Other Colors: Sexy Shad, Albino Shad

-Keitech Easy Shiner (4 inch): http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Goby

Other Colors: Electric Shad, Tennessee Shad

-Keitech 2.8 Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Electric Shad

Other Colors: Sexy Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

-Megabass Spark Shad (3 inch): http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Color: Albino

Other Colors: Neon Pepper, Purple Haze, Real

LARGE UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO... 

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

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

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

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

MEDIUM UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO... 

Rod- Halo HFX 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36rfYvW

Reel- 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line- Sufix 832 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

TINY UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO... 

Rod- Expride 6'10" Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel- Shimano Vanford 2000: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

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

Leader- Sunline Super FC 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET SPINNING COMBO...

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

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

Line- Sunline Super FC 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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