My New Boat! Full Tour + Custom Build On The Skeeter FXR 20!!

This is the first time we've EVER owned NEW Boats! Its been a long time coming and we finally took the plunge!! After decades in the fishing industry, traveling the country and filming, neither Matt nor Tim has ever owned a brand new boat. Tim took the leap first and Matt isn't far behind. Come take a look at Tim's new Skeeter!

You've been seeing the Skeeter in videos for a few months now and the questions have been pouring in. We've been meaning to give you a tour for a while but we were busy dialing in the rigging, breaking in the motor, and getting to know the boat so we could answer any questions that might come up. After months of seat time, we can tell you with confidence that we love this boat! 

Below you'll find links to the rigging components we used on the boat. All the gear links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We'll also list some of the custom components that we don't have links for, and some of the related videos of us catching big fish from the new FXR20. 

THE BOAT...

•2022 Skeeter FXR20 Limited: https://bit.ly/S2V8NW

••This Links Goes To the Skeeter Boats Website••

THE ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Apex 16: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

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

•Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

TROLLING MOTOR AND ACCESSORIES...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Mega DI I-Pilot Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2RqrT4v

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

•Humminbird 360 Mega Imaging: https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

•Minn Kota Precision 5 Bank Charger: https://bit.ly/3ynIqMQ

•Minn Kota 10' Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ

•Durasafe Electronics Locks: https://bit.ly/41TDPj0

•Megaware 8' Keel Guard: http://bit.ly/2N5p36m

CUSTOM MOUNTS, WIRING, AND RIGGING...

•Hennessey Outdoor Electronics: https://bit.ly/3kX87kA

••This Links Goes To the Hennessey Outdoors Website••

BATTERIES...

•Odyssey AGM PC2150M

•Hennessey Outdoors Lithium

BIG BASS VIDEOS ON THE SKEETER...

•Catching 5 Bass For 40 lbs: https://youtu.be/6sBGUqYFvFA

•Fishing The Best Lake You've Never Heard Of (Part 1): https://youtu.be/MCzykY0roWA

•Fishing The Best Lake You've Never Heard Of (Part 2): https://youtu.be/oqhpjxw_EnA

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

What Gear Do We Really Use? Take A Look! (Cross Country Road Trip)

Ever wonder what we've really got in the boat? What lures are we actually carrying below deck? Which Covid slowing down we decided to drive all the way across the country to fish and spend time with family. We loaded the boats with everything we thought we'd need (tools, gear, and a variety of tackle) and set out on a national road trip with the families. Today Tim is opening up all the lockers and showing you what gear really made the cut. Which baits and what gear did he consider "must haves" for fishing in multiple states. 

Its hard enough to choose what to throw first when you go out on the lake. Try to imagine packing to fish dozens of lakes you've never seen before. Even harder, some are in the South (Summer heat) and others are up North (clear water and prespawn). As overwhelming as that may be, we've done it a few times now and are very confident in our gear selection. We wanted to share with you what made the cut and what didn't. 

We can make countless videos about specific baits and techniques but there is something about taking a look under the locker lids for yourself that is very satisfying. Now how can you apply this to your fishing? The gear that we carry cross country can be downsized into just a box or two for fishing on your local lake. Where we might carry a box of spinnerbaits, a box of lipless, a box of deep cranks, you can turn around and build a box with a spinnerbait, a chatterbait, a lipless, a small glide bait, etc... and on a smaller scale you're now prepared for any situation you can face on the water. 

Below is a breakdown of our top lures from each category. We've also included a handful of rod recommendations that are "do alls", those select rods that seem to be able to throw a variety of different baits, allowing us to save time, money, and space on the boat. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Tim's Most Universal Picks For Hard Baits...

Swimbait Head- Tactical Finesse Head (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Deep Crank- Strike King 6XD (Chartreuse Sexy Shad): http://bit.ly/2ery44M

Squarebill- Lucky Craft 1.5 (Ghost Minnow): http://bit.ly/2BGxKPa

Glide Bait- S Waver 168 (TW Phantom Trout): http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

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

Frog- River2Sea Bully Wa 2 (Little Allen 65): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Topwater- River2Sea Rover 128 (Abalone Shad): http://bit.ly/2acSVea

Jerkbait- Megabass Vision 110 (GP Pro Blue): http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

Lipless- Lucky Craft LV-500 (Ghost Minnow): http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Chatterbait- Z Man/Evergreen JackHammer 3/8 oz (BHite Delight): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Tim's Most Universal Picks For Soft Baits...

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

Stick Bait/Neko- Yamamoto 5" Senko (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Ned Worm- Z Man TicklerZ (Canada Craw): http://bit.ly/2mGyDAC

Creature- Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver (Tramp Stamp): http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Dropshot- Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher (Green Pump/Purple): http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY

Jerkbait- Zoom Super Fluke (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Highlighted Items... 

-Damiki Armor Shad Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

-Lakemaster Plus Digital Charts Map Card: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc

-Wave Away Screen Cleaner: http://bit.ly/2PhHmmC

-KVD Speed Worm Bags: http://bit.ly/2GYT4RC

-Spoolin Buddy Jr. Line Storage: http://bit.ly/2EAbynX

-Plano Edge Master Plastics Storage: http://bit.ly/2PaiAq6

-Plano Edge Spinnerbait Storage Box: http://bit.ly/397m4Bd

Our 4 most Universal Rod Combos are listed below. These are rods that we've found can fish a variety of different baits to save money and space on the boat. We're all looking for that "do everything" rod. These might not do everything but they will do a lot!

Jigs/Big Worms/Keitechs/Chatter/Spinnerbait Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis GLX 854C JWR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Dropshot/Ned/Tube/Popper Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

Reel- Shimano Stradic CI4+ 2500: http://bit.ly/2gu84t7

High-End "Do Everything" Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis Conquest 843C MBR: http://bit.ly/2iL1PAY

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC 100 HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Mid-Range "Do Everything" Combo...

Rod- Zodias 7'2" MH: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Budget "Do Everything" Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Fury 7' Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

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

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

Tackle Storage And Bass Boat Organization

Spring has arrived and its time to get your boat ready for fishing! We're taking you on board Tim's boat to look at how he organizes his tackle, what tools and accessories he keeps on board, as well as some key tips and tricks to make your life easier on the water!

Boat organization isn't glamorous but its a critical part of every boat. From properly balancing equipment in order to maintain a level boat, to organizing tackle in a way that keeps it secure, yet easy to access, boat layout is an important part of every angler's plan.

Tim gives us a complete walk through of his compartments and explains why each item was chosen. Whether Tim is organizing his hooks in ziplocs or putting a paper funnel in a back compartment, he's thinking ahead and streamlining his equipment.

Below is a breakdown of the gear Tim discussed in the video. The items are in order of appearance to make it simple for you to find what you're searching for.

-Loc -R- Bar System - http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

-Spoolin Buddy Jr. 5 Unit - http://bit.ly/2EAbynX

-The Rod Gove - http://bit.ly/2TJSF8X

-Plano KVD Speedbag Worm Files - http://bit.ly/2GYT4RC

-Bass Mafia Money Bag - http://bit.ly/2P059cO

-Plano WaterProof StowAway 3740 - http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB

-Eye Surrender Pocketed Bait Wraps - http://bit.ly/2h4IN6I

-Bass Mafia Bait Casket 3600 - http://bit.ly/2S90Zhl

-Bass Mafia Bait Coffin 3700 - http://bit.ly/2VBdFPe

-Plano Alabama Rig Stowaway - http://bit.ly/2DUvbJN

-The Red One A Rigger 4pk - http://bit.ly/2nymWrO

-Plano Custom Divider 3770 - http://bit.ly/2XCbMnb

-Plano Leader Spool Box 1087 - http://bit.ly/2wMPd4t

-Weego Jump Starters - http://bit.ly/2NNnze8

-Plano XXL Pro Latch Utility Box 7080 - http://bit.ly/2H3wWG2

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No More Secrets! Here's What We've Been Using!

Are the Pros fooling you? Do they use one lure but tell you something else? Are they really using a single brand? Are you even getting real information? Have you ever wondered? Matt just dropped off his clients and decided to give you guys a look at the boat after a serious day of big bass hunting on Clearlake. 

Its not what you'd expect! Its not all giant baits and secret lures. Of course there are swimbaits but there are also jerkbaits, jigs, and so much more. The key to consistently catching giant bass is adapting to changing conditions. The right baits play a key role in your success but knowing when and where to use them is even more important. 

Don't get caught up in all the hype and don't worry about secrets! Here are the baits Matt had tied on after an awesome day of catching big bass with his clients. 

Baits are shown in order of appearance...

Keitech 7.8 Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
12/0 Beast Hook: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

5/8 oz Flippin Jig (Money Color): http://bit.ly/2aUtZsG
Jackall Archelon (School Bluegill Color): http://bit.ly/2uo4sN5

Yamamoto Cowboy (Watermelon Blk/Red Flake): http://bit.ly/2q7AI72
Dirty Jigs Magnum Stand Up Head: http://bit.ly/2apouhn

Reaction Innovations Shiver Shot (Morning Dawn): http://bit.ly/2JCpY7S
Trokar 1/0 Dropshot Hook: http://bit.ly/2ahxJOr

2.8 Keitech (Sight Flash): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Storm Wild Eye Bluegill 3": http://bit.ly/2psTO6t

Mattlures Bluegill Hammer Tail: http://bit.ly/2FsZhA3

Huddleston 8" Trout: http://bit.ly/2azFTon

7/16 oz Casting Jig (Go To Color): http://bit.ly/2ayUXnE
Strike King Rage Chunk: http://bit.ly/2Hd4MFA

Strike King Half Shell: http://bit.ly/2iR9awm

Reaction Innovations Man Bear Pig: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV

Flash Pointer 100 and 115 Jerkbait (American Shad/ Ghost Pro Blue: http://bit.ly/2aHz588

Splash It Popper (Chartreuse Pearl Shad): http://bit.ly/2Fp8MQV

LV-500 Lipless (Ghost Minnow): http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

6" Senko (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

S-Waver 168 Rainbow Trout: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

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

We want you guys to know that we fish with the exact baits that we teach you about. We're not throwing anything you aren't throwing. These baits work and they work all over the country. Even when we travel we find ourselves turning to the same gear because its so consistent day after day. 

If you enjoyed this video let us know down in the comments and we'll do more videos like it. 
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