Finesse Fishing Tricks For Clear Water Summer Bass!

Come along for an awesome day on the water! The guys are fishing a new lake, targeting big clear water smallmouth. Watch as they check likely locations, use different baits, and dial in a great pattern for big bass!

Finesse fishing was the key today. From dropshot to finesse swimbait, the smaller profiles got all the key bites. Even after dialing in a finesse bite, it took time to dial in the right depth to catch the bigger fish consistently. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment the guys were using throughout the day. We've even included the exact sizes and colors for each lure. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

DROPSHOT...

Bait– Xzone Finesse Slammer: https://bit.ly/2TJt7L8

Color: Black

Hook– BKK DSS Worm Hook: https://bit.ly/41YruKp

Size: 2

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Pencil: https://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

Size: 3/16 oz

TINY SWIMBAITS...

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

Color: Real

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Head– Dirty Jigs Guppy: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/8 oz

UNDERSPIN...

Head– Tactical Finesse Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 3/16 oz

Bait– Keitech 4" Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Sungill

FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

Bait– Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: SunGill

Head– Tactical Finesse Head: https://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Size: 3/8 oz

DROPSHOT COMBO...

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

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

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

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

TINY SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 901S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Stella 3000: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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

BUDGET FINESSE COMBO...

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

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... 

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Finesse Swimbait Tricks! Heads, Colors, Actions! **Underwater Footage**

Not all swimbaits are created equal! Today we're comparing how different swimbaits move in the water. We're looking at how different head styles impact action, and when each swimbait's movement style will help you catch more fish! 

Finesse swimbaits are awesome! They catch large numbers of fish, but they catch giants too! It wasn't long ago that there were only 2 styles of finesse swimbait on the market... today it can take up an entire row at your local shop. So what's the deal? Which baits should you be using? And does that answer change throughout the year? Let's find out!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and heads Tim discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, as well as some of our favorite combos for fishing these lures. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SWIMBAIT HEADS...

•Matt Allen Head: https://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Line Tie Angle: 30 Degree

Favorite Size: 3/8 oz

•Tactical Finesse Head: https://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Line Tie Angle: 30 Degree

Favorite Size: 3/8 oz

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

Line Tie Angle: 90 Degree

Favorite Sizes: 1/8 oz, 3/16 oz

•Screwed Up Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/3U5RsIx

Line Tie Angle: 30 Degree

Favorite Size: 3/8 oz

BLADED SWIMBAIT HEADS...

•Megabass Okashira Screw Head: https://bit.ly/2EpluSA

Favorite Size: 1/8 oz

•Tactical Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Favorite Sizes: 1/8, 3/8 oz

SWIMBAITS (Most Subtle To Most Aggressive)...

•Keitech Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Finesse Sizes: 3.5" and 4"

Favorite Colors: Electric Shad, Silver Flash Minnow, Tennessee Shad

Smallmouth Colors: Sungill, Electric Blue Chartreuse

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

Finesse Sizes: 3", 3.5"

Favorite Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad

•Keitech Swing Impact Fat: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Finesse Sizes: 2.8, 3.3 

Favorite Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Xzone Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Finesse Sizes: 3.5", 4"

Favorite Colors: Electric Shad, Sexy Shad

Smallmouth Colors: Electric Blue Chart, Bluegill

WEEDLESS FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

•Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Size: 1/2 or 3/4 oz

Colors: Wakasagi, Haze, Donko

FINESSE SPINNING COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Stella FK 3000: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Line– Sunline SX1 (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

CASTING COMBO FOR HEAVIER HEADS...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer "Dark Sleeper": https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

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

BUDGET FINESSE SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula 7'6" Med–Light Medium: https://bit.ly/3IHDDeU

Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500 XH: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Line– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): https://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

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

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