Finesse Fishing Tricks You Need To Try!

Catching fish with finesse techniques can be really easy! But what about when its not? Subtle differences have huge impacts on these presentations. Today we're covering the baits and modifications that we use to consistently catch fish throughout the Winter months. 

These aren't your every day finesse tricks! These are the fine details that make a difference in our personal fishing. From which jig head should go in each tube, to the ned rig with the most natural action. We rely on these subtle differences to give us the upper hand every time we hit the water. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discusses in the video. We've also included links to Matt's favorite finesse rods as well as some longer budget options to help you tip watch the next time you go fishing. All the links go to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SMALL SWIMBAIT...

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

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook

DROPSHOT...

Bait– Netbait STH Lollipop: https://bit.ly/3zVbE7B

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Shiner, Killer G

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

Size: 2

Weight– Swagger Tungsten: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

Size: 1/4 oz

TUBES...

•Netbait STH 4" Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3zAsnf6

Color: Green Pumpkin, Dark Melon Purple

Head– Xzone Goby Head: https://bit.ly/3hV3cPE

Size: 1/2 oz

•Netbait STH 2" Tube: https://bit.ly/3zAsnf6

Colors: Juvenile Goby, Ten Point

Head– Blade Runner Inhaler: https://bit.ly/2NX7nYr

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook

•Dry Creek Tournament Tube: http://bit.ly/2cJwI6r

Colors: Old Ugly, Crazy Eddie, Green Pumpkin

Head– Xzone 60 degree Head: https://bit.ly/3jCHmR8

Size: 1/4 oz

NED RIG...

•Zman Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR

Color: Green Pumpkin Goby

•Xzone Ned Zone: http://bit.ly/2mRiYhF

Color: Violet Secret

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

Color: MM3, PB&J

NED HEADS...

•ZMan Ned Lockz HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Size: 1/10 oz

•Swagger Tungsten Flanders: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M

Size: 1/10 oz

HIGH END FINESSE COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Stella FK 2500: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Line– Sunline SX1 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MID PRICED FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'6" Light: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

Reel– Shimano Vanford 3000: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line– Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Bass 7'6" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3UFPcaO

Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

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

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Winter Fishing Tips When The Fishing Is TOUGH!

Not every day has perfect weather, so what do you do? Its easy on the day when fish want to jump in the boat, but some days you get on the water and its just a grind. Tim has some key tips about mindset as he shows you how he builds a limit of solid fish on a day when they're not feeding. 

Today was all about the A-Rig. Tim could tell in the first few minutes that his bites weren't going to come easy. He was going to have to focus and slow down to catch quality fish. He could have picked up a spinning rod but he knew that if he stuck with the mini flex rig and a slow retrieve along bottom that key bites would come eventually. Mental toughness is a major part of Winter bass fishing, especially on the tough days.  

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

THE RIG...

•Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

THE COMPONENTS...

Baits– Keitech Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Sizes: 3.3 (main baits), 2.8 (dummy baits)

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Head– Dirty Jigs Matt Allen Swimbait: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Size: 1.8 oz

OTHER BAITS FOR LETHARGIC FISH...

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

Color: Mat Shad

•Damiki Vault 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Color: Black Holo

•R2S Tactical DD75 Crankbait: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Color: Clearwater Minnow, Mirrored Minnow

TIM'S A RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'6" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

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

MID–PRICED A RIG COMBO...

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

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

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

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

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

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Winter Jig Fishing Is Easy! Here's What You Need To Know!

Winter jig fishing isn't hard! A few basic colors, a couple head shapes, a favorite trailer, and you're done! The weather might be cold but the jig fishing is heating up!

Don't let the Winter weather keep you from catching fish. Jig fishing is easier now than any other time of year! We focus all our attention on a few very simple baits and it pays off big, no matter where we go! 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, sizes, and colors we use. We've also included our favorite trailers, as well as the rods and reels we use to fish these baits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

OUR MAIN JIG…

Bait– Dirty Jigs Finesse Football: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: SuperMatt Brown, Canterbury Craw, Canterbury Crunch

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

Color: Cinnamon Blk Purp, Green Pump Purp Copper

COMPACT PITCHING JIG...

Bait– Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Supermatt Brown, Canterbury Craw, The Go To

HULA GRUB...

Bait– Yamamoto Double Tail Grub: http://bit.ly/2d7SpgG

Color: Cinn Black Purp, Green Pump Purple Copper

Head– Gamakatsu Football 3/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2CTXHHt

MICRO JIGS...

•Keitech Tungsten Jig: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Brown/Purple, Green Pumpkin Black

•Nishine Finesse Football: https://bit.ly/3gIKmrz

Size: 3/8 oz

Colors: Copper Craw, Watermelon Candy

MICRO JIG TRAILERS...

•Damiki 3" Air Craw: https://bit.ly/3AvRsZJ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Purple

•ZMan TRD CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw

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

MICRO JIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET 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 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

3 Mistakes That Hurt Your Fishing! (And How To Fix Them)

Don't keep making these mistakes! We're bound to make a mistake or two, but falling into these pitfalls over and over again is really hurting your chances to catch fish! If you're the guys who can't catch fish this Winter and you're wondering why others can, its likely one of these problems that's keeping you from success. The good news is, they're easy to fix!

The biggest issue with bass fishing in Winter is apathy. We just keep doing the same things we did the rest of the year and believe its going to keep working, despite the unique conditions we're now facing. Experience has shown that isn't the case and you absolutely need to adapt to Winter conditions if you want to be successful. From time of day, to the retrieves you use, right down to the colors of your lure, Winter demands a whole new approach to fishing on your lake. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt discussed in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SPEED CRANKING...

•River2Sea Tactical DD75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: True Shad, Clear Water Minnow, Mirrored Minnow

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

Colors: MB Gizzard, Kisyu Ayu, Sexy Ayu

BLADE BAIT...

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

Colors: Black Holo, Real Shad, Holo Ayu

•Megabass Dyna Response (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2R7FlvL

Colors: Ito Hiuo, Jukucho Shad, Setsuki Ayu

NED RIG BAITS...

•ZMan Micro Finesse TRD: https://bit.ly/3d8bmBm

Colors: Green Pumpkin, PB&J

•Roboworm 3" Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Colors: Margarita Mutilator

•XZone Lures Ned Zone: http://bit.ly/2mRiYhF

Colors: Violet Secret

NED HEADS...

•ZMan Micro Finesse Shroomz: https://bit.ly/3QDdlw7

Color: Chartreuse

•ZMan Ned LockZ HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Color: Chartreuse

FOOTBALL JIG TRICK...

Bait– Dirty Jigs Finesse Football (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Color: Super Matt Brown

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

Color: Cinnamon Purple Black

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

Colors: Chartreuse Black Flake, Firetiger

BUDGET SPEED CRANKING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

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

Line–Sunline Super FC (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET FOOTBALL 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 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET NED RIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" M Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel– Daiwa BG 2000: http://bit.ly/32Xscbb

Line– Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sunline 6 lb Super FC: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz