Chatterbait Tricks! (Beginner To Advance) + Underwater Footage!

Chatterbaits are one of the best lures ever made! If you don't use them, you're missing fish! Its a great lure because you can pair it up with a simple chatterbait trailer and go down the bank catching fish, but you can also take it to a whole different level! Today we're jumping down the Chatter bait rabbit hole and exploring different retrieves, trailers, colors, and how to adapt the bait to changing conditions. 

The chatterbait is incredibly versatile once you learn to adapt your trailers and retrieves. We use 4 main trailers to imitate different prey species. We also adapt our retrieves from a high speed burn, to a popping retrieve, to a bottom hopping presentation, depending on conditions. Learning these subtle nuances will take the chatterbait from a "good option" in your tackle bag, to a "must have" lure that goes everywhere you do. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, trailers, and gear discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes, colors, and styles for every option. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

IF I COULD ONLY HAVE ONE... 

Bait- Jack Hammer Chatterbait 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

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

Color: Sexy Shad

THE CHATTERBAITS... 

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

-ZMan Big Blade 5/8 oz: https://bit.ly/3hjvGid

-ZMan CrossEyez 1/2 oz: https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

-Chatterbait Custom 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI

-ZMan Mini Max 3/8 oz: https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

-Jack Hammer Stealth Blade 1/2 oz: https://bit.ly/30J8L8h

MATT'S TOP 5 CHATTERBAIT COLORS...

-Green Pumpkin Shad

-Clear Water Shad

-Fire Craw

-Brett's Bluegill

-Black Blue

CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

-Big Bite Baits Kamikaze SwimOn: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Favorite Colors: Black Blue, Flame Thrower, Smoky Gold

-Yamamoto Kickin Zako: https://bit.ly/3fPRQsF

Favorite Colors: Tennessee Shad, Zako, Green pumpkin White Lam

-Netbait Paca Slim 4": http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Favorite Colors: Black Shadow Flare, Green Pumpkin Red, Coosa Flare

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

Favorite Colors: Hematoma Swirl, Ghost Minnow, Sexy Shad

FAVORITE CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

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

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

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

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

MID-PRICED CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" MH Glass: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

Line- Sunline Super FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET SPINNERBAIT/CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Power Pro Braid 50 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

RELATED VIDEOS... 

Chatterbait Trailers Underwater- https://youtu.be/V9lJ960e1YI

Underspins and Chatterbaits (Florida Fishing) - https://youtu.be/eqj81pyuwJo

Chatterbait and Swim jig Tips- https://youtu.be/uQUmOXZDp2I

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CRAZY UNDERWATER BASS FISHING FOOTAGE!! + SPRING FISHING TIPS YOU'VE NEVER TRIED!

Check out these INCREDIBLE underwater bass Strikes! Watch how these bass interact with lures and what triggers them to bite. Then pay close attention to the details as Matt explains how you can catch giant fish in early Spring by going completely against traditional bass fishing knowledge and triggering a feed response in big bass.

Early Spring topwater? Is that really an option? Could it work in your lake? You better believe it!! Very few anglers throw topwater during the Spring transition but those that do often catch giant bass. Its an overlooked technique that you should consider throwing on warm afternoons. We're not suggesting it be your main approach, but when you're looking for a giant bite, it can't be ruled out. 

Below you'll find links to some of our favorite walking, popping, and straight retrieve topwater lures for Early Spring. We've also included some of the gear we use to fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

RELATED UNDERWATER VIDEOS... 

-Big Swimbaits Getting Destroyed: https://youtu.be/OT06aiLojOI

-Underwater Bass Strikes- Jigs and Swimbaits: https://youtu.be/j3s3k0D4wHI

-Fish Attacking Lures and Bass Fishing Tips: https://youtu.be/BP7a6HpQZDM

WALKING BAITS... 

-River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Sooner, Abalone Shad

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

Colors: Bone, Black Bone, Skeleton Chartreuse

POPPING BAITS... 

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

Colors: Gill, Matte Shad

-R2S Bubble Walker: http://bit.ly/2e0PZOY

Colors: Abalone Shad, You Know It

WHOPPER PLOPPER... 

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

Colors: Loon, TW Matte Black

BUZZBAITS... 

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

Color: Night Stalker, Red Bug

-Nichols Impulse Buzz: https://bit.ly/3sGNUiu

Colors: Black Blue, Black Plague

FAVORITE HIGH-END TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod- G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

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

Line- Sunline SX1 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

BUDGET ALL-AROUND TOPWATER COMBO... 

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

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

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

BUDGET-FRIENDLY POPPER COMBO...

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 6'8" Medium X Fast: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Line- Power Pro 30 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

UNDERWATER BASS STRIKES ON JIGS!!! + Jig Fishing Tips!!

Its amazing how aggressive bass can be! Sometimes they inhale the jig, other times they shake it like a dog on a bone! Come underwater and check out all these amazing strikes on different styles of jigs! In the midst of it all, we're giving up the most guarded secret in all of jig fishing... when to set the hook!

It doesn't matter if the jig is your favorite lure or if you've thrown in the towel and don't believe you'll ever catch a bass on a jig, you can learn from this footage. Watch how some fish pick the bait up by the trailer or the skirt while others inhale it completely. Remember these images the next time you hit the water and it will be much easier to discern what your fishing are doing when you feel the "tick" in the line. 

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

JIGS IN THE UNDERWATER FOOTAGE (In The Order They Appear)... 

Jig #1- Keitech Tungsten (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Color: Green Pumpkin Black

Trailer- Netbait Paca Chunk (Tiny): http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Color: Green Pumpkin

Jig #2- Z Man Shroomz (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2UcGaBP

Color: Mocassin Craw

Trailer- Z Man CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Color: Green Pumpkin

Jig #3- Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Color: Supermatt Brown

Trailer- Strike King Rage Chunk: http://bit.ly/2Hd4MFA

Color: Hard Candy

Jig #4- Dirty Jigs Pitching Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: Norcal Craw

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

Color: Watermelon Red

Jig #5- Jewel Baits Pee Wee (5/16 oz): https://bit.ly/2IkGi20

Color: First Down

Trailer- Netbait Paca Chunk (Tiny): http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Color: Crawfish

TIM'S FOOTBALL JIG... 

-Dirty Jigs 3/4 oz Football: http://bit.ly/2d0iJbd

Color: Norcal Craw

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Purp Copper 

TIM'S HULA GRUB...

Bait-Yamamoto 5" Hula Grub: http://bit.ly/2d7SpgG 

Color: Natural Shad

HULA GRUB HEADS...

Lead- Dobyns Football: https://bit.ly/3H8KY44

Tungsten- Swagger Football: https://bit.ly/3msaQ2O

HIGH-END ALL-AROUND JIG COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 894C JWR: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

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

Line- Sunline Super FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

"BANG FOR THE BUCK" JIG COMBO...

Rod- Megabass Levante: http://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

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

Line- Sunliner Super FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET JIG COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Sunline 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

GEAR REVIEW! Curado 150 MGL, Rods, Crankbaits, Topwater, Ned Rig, Swimbaits!

Want to see the best new rods, reels, and baits?! We went to ICAST and found the best of the best! We spent time testing the gear, fished the lures, and captured underwater footage of their actions before putting this gear review together. Check out our top picks!

Every year ICAST is packed with new gear. Whether you're into ultra-high end tech or just budget options, there are thousands of items around the show for you to check out. Frankly, its overwhelming! We attend the show so we can cut through the fluff, the hype, and the "game changers", and really find the innovative new products that might help us (and you) catch more fish!

Below you'll find links to all the baits, and gear reviewed in today's video. We've included favorite sizes, models, and colors, where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

THE REELS... 

-Shimano Curado 150 MGL: https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Favorite Speed: HG (High Gear)

-Daiwa Zillion SV TW G: https://bit.ly/3xobPDM

Favorite Speed: 7.1:1

THE RODS... 

-St. Croix Bass X: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Favorite Models: 7'4" Heavy, 7'11" XH, 7'11" XXH

-Shimano Zodias Glass: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Favorite Models: 7'6" MH Glass, 7'2" MH Glass

-G Loomis GCX Mag Bass (MBR): https://bit.ly/3ykNXSN

Favorite Models: 843C MBR, 903C MBR

-G Loomis GCX Crankbait Rods: https://bit.ly/2TQh3ul

Favorite Model: 845 CBR

TOP BAITS... 

-Rapala Ott's Garage Tiny 4: https://bit.ly/3A76zGi

Colors: Green Gizzard, Classic Craw, Live River Shad

-Strike King Chick Magnet: https://bit.ly/3frnKdX

Colors: Sexy Shad 2.0, Tomato Soup

-Uncle Josh Pork Big Daddy: https://bit.ly/37e9RLR

Colors: Crawdad Brown, Black

-SnagProof Bobby's Perfect Frog: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Colors: Bluegill, Hot Mess, Pine Frogs

-SnagProof Phat Frog: https://bit.ly/3vCrnTv

Colors: Bluegill, Hot Mess, Pine Frogs, Grey Ghost

-Spro Flappin Frog 65: https://bit.ly/37ljzM8

Colors: Killer Gill, Nasty Shad, Yellow Sparkle

-Evergreen Shower Blows 77.7: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Black Bone, Skeleton Chartreuse, Bone

-G-Ratt Poppa Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe

Colors: Hitch, Gizzard Shad, Bone

-Basstrix 6" Swimbaits: http://bit.ly/2aiy7SR

Colors: Disco Gizzard Shad, Hologram Shad, Lanier Herring

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