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... 

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Fishing The Fall Transition For Bass (Subtle Tricks To Catch More Fish)

Come along for an afternoon of bass fishing during the Fall transition! We're targeting Spotted Bass and Largemouth with topwater and the bite is hot! Tim covers some of the subtle nuances that make huge differences during the Fall while catching fish! 

Many anglers struggle during the Fall Transition. Typically those that struggle are fighting against the transition instead of embracing the change. Watch as Tim focuses on hard cover and easily puts together a quality bag of Spotted Bass. He also covers some of the subtle nuances like focusing on shade lines and current breaks, and carrying a variety of follow up baits for fish that don't want to commit. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits he had on deck as well as the gear he used to fish them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TOPWATER... 

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

Color: Full Metal, Skeleton Chartreuse

•Teckell Kicknocker: http://bit.ly/2nvxkoA

Color: Bone, Chrome

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

Color: Black Bone, Neon Wakasagi

•R2S Whopper Plopper 90: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Color: Chrome Black, T1000

UNDERSPIN...

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

Color: Tennessee Shad

•Gamakatsu 3/8 oz Mini: https://bit.ly/3PbOduU

STICK BAIT...

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

Color: Electric Shad

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Z-Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 100: https://bit.ly/3KmzgFJ

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (30 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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 (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO... 

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

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (30 lb): 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... 

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Fall Fishing For Bass: (Largemouth, Spotted Bass, AND Smallmouth) On A New Lake!

Come along as we explore a new lake! They're pushing a ton of current down the river and the fish are aggressive! Tim explains how he breaks down new water, what baits he relies on, and how to fish with confidence, even when you've never been on the lake before. 

It doesn't take long to get the first bite but after 25 minutes of battling the beast Tim realizes its the wrong species 😂. Just a few casts later though, a great big Smallmouth comes on board. With confidence rising Tim is able to quickly build a pattern fishing reaction baits and replicates it all over the lake. Anywhere he found a current break, he found fish. While he used a variety of baits to pick the lake apart his key baits were a small underspin and a topwater. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear used in the video. We've included the exact size and color for each lure and the exact specs on the rods and reels. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

UNDERSPINS...

Bait– Keitech Fat Swing Impact (2.8"): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v 

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Head– Cool Baits Down Under Spin: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

Size: 1/8 oz

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

Color: Gizzard Shad

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

Color: 3/8 oz

TOPWATER...

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

Color: Full Metal

DROPSHOT...

Bait– Roboworm 6" Fat: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM

Color: MMIII

Hook– Owner Cover Shot (1/0): https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

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

CHATTERBAIT...

Bait– ZMan Mini Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

Color: Pearl Ghost

Trailer– Keitech 4" Easy Shiner: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Sexy Shad

UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline SX1 Braid (20 lb): http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

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

UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 902S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

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

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

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod- Megabass P5 Z Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

Line- Sufix 131 Braid (15 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen (10 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... 

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How To Find And Catch Summer Bass! (Big Swimbaits, Flutter Spoons, And Topwater Tips)

Where do bass go in Summer? Some stay shallow, while others move out deep. Both groups of fish require different lures and approaches. Today we're headed out on the water to check both groups of fish. We do some shallow fishing, some ledge fishing, and ultimately locate big, aggressive fish on an offshore flat. Come along!

Summer is all about adapting to the conditions. Water flow, water temperature, cloud cover, and presence of baitfish, can all change how the fish are positioning and feeding. Watch as Tim's day starts out slow but ramps up as he continues to adapt until locating aggressive fish. Also pay extra attention to the details on lures as he talks about adapting and rigging the different baits he's catching fish on. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits and equipment Tim used throughout the day. We've included the exact colors and sizes for each so you can see exactly what he was using. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TOPWATER...

-Shower Blows 105 Topwater: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Full Metal

BLADE BAIT...

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

Color: Holo Cyber Purple

FLUTTER SPOON...

-Nichols Flutter Spoon (1 1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2ICAGKL

Color: Shattered Glass Holo Silver

UNDERSPIN...

Head- Gamakatsu Underspin (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3Hhy6cU

Bait- Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Electric Shad

SWIMBAIT... 

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

Color: Tactical Shad

BURRITO SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

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

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

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

Leader- Sufix Advance Fluoro 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3cjHwJL

FLUTTER SPOON COMBO... 

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

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

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

Leader- Sufix Advance Fluoro 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3cjHwJL

UNDERSPIN COMBO... 

Rod- Megabass P5 Z-Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

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

BUDGET BLADE/TOPWATER/UNDERSPIN COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

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... 

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