Fall Bass Fishing: Trick To Target Offshore And Suspended Bass!

Come along as we smash big bass offshore! We're targeting Spotted Bass and Largemouth suspending around offshore structure and the bite is wide open! Tim catches them on everything from a crankbait, to a dropshot, to a topwater on this wide open bite!

Suspended bass are the final frontier of bass fishing. Targeting these open water creatures is extremely difficult and until recently, required incredible work, timing, and a little luck. The advancements in forward facing sonar have opened the door further but it still requires finely honed skills to catch these fish consistently. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment Tim used to catch these fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala DT20: https://bit.ly/3y6IYHy

Color: Ike's Blue Back Herring

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

Color: Mirrored Minnow, Clear Water Minnow

DROPSHOT...

Bait– Keitech 3" Easy Shiner: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: TW Pro Blue

Hook– Owner Mosquito Light (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Weight– Swagger Tungsten (1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

SPYBAIT...

•Duo Realis SpinBait 3.5": https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Color: BK Ayu, Ghost SX Shad

TOPWATER...

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

Color: Full Metal

UNDERSPIN...

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

Color: Tennessee Shad

Head– Gamakatsu Mini (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3PbOduU

CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'4" MH Mod: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL A (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Line– Sunline Crank FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC

DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis Nrx + 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BFS COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse 700: https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (6 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Fluorocarbon Leader (5 lb): http://bit.ly/2aiu0Wu

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (10 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MAPPING...

•Lakemaster Plus Digital Charts: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc

ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Mega Live Target Lock: https://bit.ly/3uWwTmE

•Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

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

Finesse Tricks For Fall Bass Fishing!!

If clear water, bad weather, or a tough bite have left you scrambling, we're here to help! When tough conditions call for finesse fishing presentations a lot of anglers don't know what to do. The truth is, its easy! Here's what you need to know...

Every angler has "confidence baits" they turn to when conditions are tough. For Tim, the reach for light line and a downsized presentation is an easy one. From tiny swimbaits, to dropshot, to Neko rigging, he's confident in downsized offerings. 

Below you'll find links to Tim's favorite baits, terminal tackle, and gear for Fall Finesse fishing. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

MAIN DROPSHOT...

Bait– Keitech 3" Easy Shiner: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Colors: TW Pro Blue, Electric Shad

Hook– Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Pencil (1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

DROPSHOT BAITFISH PROFILES...

•Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY

Color: Green Pumpkin Purple, Smoke Purple Flake

•Geecrack Bellows Gill: https://bit.ly/3PUJgbL

Color: Electric Shad, AJ's Juice

•Netbait 3" Junior Crush: https://bit.ly/3Q3mmyz

Color: Bang, Midnight Green, Smokin Joe

•Spro 3.75" Pintail Minnow: https://bit.ly/3ENKErf

Color: Natural Herring, Ozark Craw

DROPSHOT WORMS...

•Roboworm Straight Tail 6" Worm: http://bit.ly/2asZyH3

Colors: Aaron's Pro Shad, Pro Green Pumpkin, MMIII

•Roboworm Fat 4.5" Worm: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM

Colors: Baby Bluegill, MMIII, Pro Green Pumpkin

NEKO RIG BAITS...

•Yamamoto 5" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Electric Shad, Natural Shad, Green Pumpkin 

•Missile Baits Quiver: https://bit.ly/2xehVgx

Colors: Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core, Goby Bite

NEKO TERMINAL...

Hook– Owner Neko Weedless: https://bit.ly/2zXirRH

Size: 1/0

Weight– Swagger Pagoda: http://bit.ly/2iGNSFW

Size: 1/16 oz

Pliers– VMC Crossover Pliers: https://bit.ly/3ipm9HN

Rings– VMC Crossover Rings: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

Size: 7mm

WACKY WORM...

Bait– Yamamoto 5" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Electric Shad, Natural Shad

Weightless– Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Size: 1/0

Weighted– Gamakatsu Wacky Jig: https://bit.ly/3O9yOw7

Size: 1/8 oz

NED RIG WORMS...

•ZMan Ticklerz: http://bit.ly/2mGyDAC

Colors: Green Pumpkin

•Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd

Colors: Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core

•Yamamoto 3" Ned Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Electric Shad

NED RIG HEADS...

Tungsten– Swagger Flanders (1/8): http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M

Lead– Zman Finesse Shroomz (1/10): http://bit.ly/2hs2cAe

FINESSE SWIMBAITS...

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

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Albino Shad

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Megabass 3" Spark Shad: http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Colors: Albino, Real, Silver Shad

FINESSE SWIMBAIT HEADS...

Underspin– Gamakatsu Mini: https://bit.ly/3PbOduU

Size: 3/8 oz

Bladed- Megabass Okashira Screw Head: http://bit.ly/2EpluSA

Size: 1/8 oz 

Bare Head- Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/8 oz

BAIT KNOCKERS...

•Strike Zone Pocket Knocker: http://bit.ly/2csyRVT

•Magnum Pocket Knocker: https://bit.ly/3xPivLl

HIGH END DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis Nrx + 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

"BANG FOR THE BUCK" FINESSE COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Power Pro Braided 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b 

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

BUDGET FINESSE COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Reel- Shimano Nasci FC 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

Jig Tricks For Fall Bass Fishing! (Beginner To Advanced

The jig bite is amazing in the Fall! We constantly rely on the jig to get BIG bites. The key is understanding where bass are positioning and which jig styles to throw. Today Matt is giving you the keys to Fall jig fishing whether you're fishing a clear finesse fishery, a shallow grassy lake, or anywhere in between. 

Understanding how fish are positioning in the Fall is half the battle. Pay attention to Matt's tips on WHERE he throws each style of jig as much as why he's throwing it. Getting bit on the jig is easy, once you're around the right fish. After that its all about jig selection. The right jig for a highland reservoir is completely different than the right jig for a Southern fishery. 

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs, trailers and gear discussed in the video. We've included Matt's favorite sizes and colors as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Bait– Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin' Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: Go To, Molting Craw

Trailer– Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Color: Tramp Stamp, Green Pumpkin Red Flk

GRASS JIGS...

Jig– Dirty Jigs No Jack Flippin 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Color: The Go To, Hematoma

Trailer– Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Black Shadow Flare

Jig– Dirty Jigs Canterbury Flippin Jig 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2aUtZsG

Colors: The Go To, Hematoma

Trailer– Strike King Rage Craw: http://bit.ly/2uoqsLJ

Colors: Blue Bug, Blue Craw

HARD COVER JIGS...

Jig– Compact Pitchin Jig 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Colors: Green Pumpkin Craw, Alabama Craw

Trailer– Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Natural Craw

Jig– Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Colors: Canterbury Craw, Green Pumpkin Craw

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple Copper

RESERVOIR FISHING...

Jig– Dirty Jigs Finesse Football 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Colors: Canterbury Craw, The Go To

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

Colors: Green Pump Purp Copper, Cinn Black Purple

Jig– Bass Patrol Round Rubber Jig 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Colors: Brown Green Pumpkin, Brown Orange

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

Colors: Green Pump Purp Copper, Cinn Black Purple

MICRO JIGS...

Jig– Nishine Lure Works Finesse Football 1/2 oz: https://bit.ly/3gIKmrz

Colors: Copper Craw, Pumpkin Pepper Green Flake

Trailer– ZMan TRD Crawz: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin

Jig–Keitech Tungsten Micro Football 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Blue

Trailer– ZMan TRD Bugz: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw

MATT'S ALL AROUND JIG COMBO...

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

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

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

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

MATT'S FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Chronarch MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

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

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

MATT'S HEAVY FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX EMTF: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 16 lb Shock Leader: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

MICRO JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (XG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line- Sunline Super FC (10 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET ALL AROUND JIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Line– Sunline FC 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

Where Do Bass Go In Fall? (And Easy Ways To Catch Them)

Fall Bass fishing is amazing! Bass are feeding in large schools and BIG bass are mixed in with them! Understanding how they position and what motivates their movements is key to consistently catching fish. Today Matt is explaining where bass position in Lowland and Highland Reservoirs, as well as natural lakes, ponds, and rivers. Each environment is different but when you understand what motivates these fish, you can catch them consistently. 

Fall bass are separated into two groups in any large body of water. You have shallow bass that are focused around backs of creeks and coves, along grass lines, and up against hard cover. You also have deep bass that are focused on bluff walls, creek channel bends, and long tapering points. Both groups of fish are fun to target but each group requires different baits to catch them consistently. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discussed in the video. They're listed in the exact order they appeared in the video, along with specifics on size and color. We've also included some of our favorite gear for fishing this time of year. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

...SHALLOW BAITS...

TOPWATER BAITS... 

-13 Fishing Power Slide: https://bit.ly/3PaQYO0

Colors: Okie Shad, Lucky Charm, Flitter Shad

-Megabass Giant Dog X: http://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Colors: Tennessee Shad, Wagin Hasu 2, Sexy Shad

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

Colors: Shad Translucent, Chrome, Silver Mullet

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS... 

-13 Fishing Scamp 1.5: https://bit.ly/3iMkYAw

Colors: Olive Crush, Epic Shad

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

Colors: American Shad, BP Golden Shiner

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

Colors: Honey Shad, Matte Shad, Nasty Shad

SHALLOW JERKBAIT... 

-Shimano World Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

Colors: Chart silver, Ghost Ayu, Clown

SOFT JERKBAIT... 

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

Colors: Albino, Electric Shad, Smokin Shad

Hook- Gamakatsu Superline Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Sizes: 4/0

UNDERSPIN SWIMBAIT... 

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

Hook- Owner Flashy Swimmer (5/0): http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 1/4 oz

SMALL FROGS... 

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

Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu, White

-Scum Frog Launch XS: https://bit.ly/3QfCtZi

Colors: Bluegill, Shad, Dusk

...DEEP BAITS...

DEEP DIVING CRANKBAITS... 

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

Colors: True Shad, Mirrored Minnow, Ghost Minnow

-Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Colors: Sexy Ayu, Kisyu Ayu, MB Gizzard

-SPRO RK Crawler 55: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Phantom Green, Ozark Craw, Phantom Watermelon

DEEP DIVING JERKBAITS... 

-Megabass Vision 110+1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Colors: Elegy Bone, Wagin Reaction, Mat Shad, Illusion Tennessee Shad

-Megabass Vision 110+1 Jr: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Colors: Elegy Bone, GLX Northern Secret, Western Clown, Mat Shad

UNDERSPINS... 

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

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Head- Cool Baits DownUnder: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

Size: 1/8 oz

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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Albino Shad

Hook- Gamakatsu Underspin Head Mini: https://bit.ly/3PbOduU

Size: 3/8 oz

SPOONS AND METAL BAITS... 

-Blade Runner Duh Spoon (1 3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2aKVLlG

Colors: UV Sierra, UV Morning Dawn

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

Colors: Dera Shad, Clear Shad, Silver

-Damiki Vault Blade (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Colors: Holo Ayu, Cyber Purple, Real Shad

MATT'S JERKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line- Sunline FC 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm 

BUDGET JERKBAIT COMBO... 

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

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

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

MATT'S CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Shimano Bantam MGL A XG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line- 12 lb Sunline Fluorocarbon: 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