Night Fishing Tricks For Summer Bass!

BIG BASS BITE AT NIGHT! If you aren't night fishing in Summer, you're missing a huge opportunity to catch monster fish! When Summer heat gets unbearable, turn to the dark for an opportunity at big bites without the sweltering heat. Here are some tips that break the night fishing mold, to help you catch more fish. 

We've all heard the same things about night fishing. Traditional knowledge like "Fish big worms", "don't forget the rattle", "you have to use a Colorado blade" are constantly passed around like fact. The truth is, night fishing is very similar to fishing in the day. Whites, browns, chartreuses, are all viable color options when night fishing, you just need to figure out what your fish prefer. As a rule of thumb we've found that darker colors work on darker nights (new moon) and brown, white, and chartreuse work better on right nights (full moon). 

Below you'll find links to some of our favorite night fishing baits and gear. We've included our favorite colors for each, as well as the hooks and weights we use, where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

FAVORITE JIG... 

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

Color: Black and Blue, Hematoma, Molting Craw

Trailer- R.I. Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Color: Blank Check, Hematoma, Delicious

FAVORITE WORM... 

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

Color: Junebug, Black Blue Flake

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

Weight- Swagger Tungsten "Vader" Flippin (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

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

WORMS... 

-Netbait C-Mac: https://bit.ly/2OxtIzR

Color: Junebug, Black Blue Flake

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

Colors: Black Emerald, Blueberry, Candy Bug

-Berkley 10" Power Worm: http://bit.ly/2cxomPX

Colors: Black, Black Blue Fleck

-Berkley 12" Power Worm: http://bit.ly/2Xj2IHm

Colors: Black, Black Blue Fleck

TOPWATER... 

-R2S Tactical 210 Wake: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: SC Minnow, Tactical Shad

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

Colors: White Black, Brown Black, Black

SWIMBAIT...

-Bacca 6" Burrito: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Pearl White, Unicorn Poop, Threadfin Shad

SWIM JIG... 

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

Colors: Alabama Bream, Crappie, Gizzard Shad

Trailer- Gambler Big EZ: https://bit.ly/3axLYRV

Colors: Phantom, New Shad, Gold Rush

CHATTERBAIT...

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

Colors: Black Blue, Bruised Green Pumpkin, Green Shad

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

Colors: Hematoma, Blizzard Gizzard

SPINNERBAIT... 

Bait- Damiki TOT Type 1 (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/368VED0

Colors: Bluegill, Luxury Gold, Pearl White Plus 

Trailer- Keitech Swing Impact Fat (4.3): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v 

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Gizzard Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

CRANKBAIT... 

Bait- Rapala DT 20: http://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Citrus Shad, Helsinki Shad, Big Shad

FAVORITE BIG WORM/BIG JIG COMBO... 

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

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

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

BUDGET SWIMBAIT/WAKEBAIT COMBO...

Rod- Savage Gear Squad 8' Heavy: https://bit.ly/3tT8bS2

Reel- 13 Fishing Concept A3: https://bit.ly/3GLddq8

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

BUDGET ALL-AROUND COMBO... 

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

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

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

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Summer Bass Fishing Tricks: Swimbaits and Crankbaits!

The bite is wide open! Come along as we catch fish on big swimbaits, crankbaits, and underspins! We're exploring where fish position on offshore and deep water structures in Summer, and putting the words to action on these Summer bass, as we catch them one after another!

A lot of anglers are intimidated by fishing offshore. Without the shoreline to cast toward it can be scary to move around in the open water searching for fish. But in reality, with decent mapping and a little confidence, its really easy to catch bass away from the bank. Matt teaches where these fish are positioning, then proves it by catching a pile of fish along the way. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits used in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each (the color we caught them on today listed first), as well as the gear and equipment we used to fish the baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

UNDERSPIN... 

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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Head- Cool Baits 1/4 oz Underspin: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

CRANKBAIT... 

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

Colors: Grand Shad, Goldie Lox, Gold Digger

SWIMBAIT... 

-Bacca Burrito Swimbait (5"): https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Who Dat, Tactical Shad

SPOONS... 

-Nichols Lake Fork Flutter Spoon: http://bit.ly/2ICAGKL

Colors: Purple Threadfin, Gizzard Shad

-Nichols Mini Magnum Flutter Spoon: http://bit.ly/2IBHjx7

Colors: Lavender Shad, Bombshell Shad, Gizzard

SMALL UNDERSPIN COMBO... 

Rod- Megabass Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

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

BURRITO SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride B 7'7" Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

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

Leader- Sunline FC100 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 968 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'6" MH Glass: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

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

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

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Summer Crankbait Fishing - Everything You Need To Know!

Crankbait fishing in Summer is a great way to catch fish! Crankbaits catch fish from shallow to deep, and they'll catch giants too! If you want to take your crankbait fishing to the next level, we're here to help!

Crankbaits are an enormous category. There are hundreds of options on the market from magnum deep divers, to shallow square bills, and a variety of options in between. This time of year we focus our attention on the two ends of the spectrum. We throw magnum deep divers and shallow crankbaits more than all the other categories combined. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits we throw, along with the gear we use to fish them. We've included our favorite rods and reels, as well as some of the hooks and split rings we use to upgrade hardware on these baits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

MAGNUM DEEP CRANKS...

-Strike King 10XD: http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

Colors: Sexy Blue Black Herring, Chartreuse Sexy Shad, Sexy Shad

-Azuma Z Boss 22, 24, 25: http://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Colors: Grand Shad, Goldie Lox, Hot Mess

-Megabass Big M 7.5: https://bit.ly/2yHmm4R

Colors: Wagin Hasu, Yuzu Shad, Jukucho Shad

-6th Sense Cloud 9 C25: http://bit.ly/2BQ4uDs

Colors: Blue-Treuse Shad, Wild Shad, 4K Shad

DEEP DIVING CRANKBAITS... 

-River2Sea Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Metallic Shad, Natural Gill, DD Minnow

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

Colors: Tropical Shad, Chili Bowl, TW Ghost Lavender Shad

-Rapala DT16 and DT20: http://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Citrus Shad, Green Gizzard Shad, Red Crawdad

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

Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Powder Blue Back Chart

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS... 

-River2Sea Biggie Poppa: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Abalone Shad, I Know It

-Lucky Craft 1.5: http://bit.ly/2BGxKPa

Colors: American Shad, BP Golden Shiner, Green Herring

-13 Fishing Jabber Jaw: https://bit.ly/3z7hVdH

Colors: Black Back Shad, Lucky Charm, Olive Shad

EXTRA SHALLOW CRANKBAITS... 

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

Colors: Honey Shad, Matte Shad, Citrus Shad

HOOK UPGRADES...

-Owner ST-35: http://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

-Owner ST-36 Treble: http://bit.ly/2cWpeyw

-Gamakatsu EWG Bronze: http://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

EXTRA DEEP DIVING COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 968 Crankbait: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Shimano Tranx 200 (HG): http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

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

DEEP DIVING COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

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

Line- Sunline Crank FC 12 lb: https://bit.ly/3fohguC

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

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

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

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

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

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Bass Fishing Gear Review! New Rods, Reels, Swimbaits, Crankbaits and Soft Plastics!

These are the hottest new baits to hit the bass fishing scene this Summer! After countless hours of testing, we've found the best budget rods and reels, awesome new swimbaits, and a variety of hard baits and soft baits to help you catch more bass. 

Whether you're bass fishing on a budget, or looking for the best new baits, we've got you covered! These gear reviews are some of our favorite videos to make because they let our inner tackle junkies run wild! They also offer a unique look into the constant refinements we're making with our own fishing to stay ahead of heavily pressured fish and changing conditions.  

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear shown in the video. We've listed them in the order they appear in the video and included our favorite colors and sizes for each item. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

RODS AND REELS... 

-Shimano Sahara FJ Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3NweYtz

Preferred Sizes: 1000, 3000

-Dobyns Maverick Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Favorite Models: 7'3" Mag Heavy, 7'3" Medium Heavy, 7' MH Cranking

HARD BAITS... 

-13 Fishing Jabber Jaw Deep: https://bit.ly/3QLxoZS

Colors: Olive Shad, Green Gizzard Shad, Day Old Guac

-Shimano Macbeth Crankbaits: https://bit.ly/3xTsnG0

Favorite Size: 39 Tiny

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad, Ghost Shad

-Shimano Macbeth 50: https://bit.ly/3Ox41IM

Favorite Size: 50S (Shallow)

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad, Ghost Shad

-Shimano Macbeth Flat Side: https://bit.ly/3QNYS1g

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Red Craw, Sleeper Shad

-SPRO Spin John 80 SpyBait: https://bit.ly/3ycTg9o

Colors: Herring Pink, Matte Shad

RELATED BFS CRANKBAITS... 

-Megabass Super Z Z1 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/2Y9dkHB

Colors: Matte Craw 2, Wild Craw, Kasumi Ito

-Rapala Ultra Light Crankbait: https://bit.ly/3qSt14V

Colors: Chrome, Shad, Yellow Perch

SWIMBAITS...

-Big Bite Baits B5 Line Thru: https://bit.ly/3LLU4pm

Colors: Blue Gizzard, Pearly Shad, Bling

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

-Megabass Sleeper Gill: https://bit.ly/3HPvgMT

Colors: Gill, Gillkko, Sunshine Gill OB

LINE THRU SWIMBAIT COMBO FROM PREVIOUS REVIEW... 

Rod- Gamakatsu JDM Luxxe Avenge 7' MH: https://bit.ly/3hzK2ee

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

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

SOFT PLASTICS... 

-Nichols Tape Worm: https://bit.ly/3yhaS3X

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Best Color Ever

-SPRO CJ Smasher Worm: https://bit.ly/39JLZoh

Colors: Watermelon Red, Green Pumpkin Purple, Goby

-Netbait STH Flat Sided Shad Worm: https://bit.ly/3OBN9AW

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Killer G, Shiner

-Deps Frilled Shad: https://bit.ly/3yeCwyq

Colors: Silver Shiner, Clear, Purple Neon

Hook- Gamakatsu Round Ball (3/0): http://bit.ly/2dJAhec

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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