My FAVORITE Way To Catch Early Fall Bass! (Donkey Rig + Micro Baits + BFS)

The Donkey Rig! Fishing Blowing Up All Around The boat! Bait Finesse! Let's do this!! The bite is wide open right now! Bass are targeting small baitfish all over the lake and we're taking advantage of it! Come along as Matt targets bass as they ambush bait, it's so good he even catches them two at a time!

We love this time of year! As night time temperatures drop bass turn their attention to baitfish. If you understand how to adapt to this, the fishing can be incredible! Today we're catching them on flukes, donkey rigs, topwater, jerkbaits, crankbaits, and bait finesse. It's really amazing!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt is using throughout the day. From the exact colors of crankbait, to rigging the double fluke donkey rig, to our favorite bait finesse rods, all the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

•Jackall TN–60 Lipless: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Color: SG Threadfin


THE DONKEY RIG...

Bait #1 – Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Color: Albino


Bait #2 – Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Color: Electric Shad


Hooks– Owner All Purpose Bait Hook: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Sizes: 3/0 and 4/0


Swivel- SPRO Power Swivel: https://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

Size: 6


Leader– Maxima Ultragreen: https://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Size: 15 lb


TOPWATER...

•Cultiva Zip N Ziggy: https://bit.ly/3BTMLuh

Color: Natural Minnow


BFS CRANKBAIT...

•Megabass Griffon MR–X BFS: https://bit.ly/47of55j

Color: Mat Shad


BFS JERKBAITS...

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Color: GP Invisible Wakasagi


•Duo Realis Rozante Shad 57 MR: https://bit.ly/3YurtNa

Color: Ghost Minnow


UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/8 oz


Bait– Xzone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


TAIL SPIN...

•Jackall Deracoup: https://bit.ly/2p8X4b0

Size: 3/4 oz


DONKEY RIG COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen 18 lb Mono: https://bit.ly/2ae97J9


BRAIDED LINE BFS COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Reel– Kast King Kestrel: https://bit.ly/3Or8X4W

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

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


FLUOROCARBON BFS COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Pop X Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

Line– 6 lb Daiwa Hidden Fluoro: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


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

Jerkbait Tips For Early Fall! (Tricks To Get More Bites)

It's jerkbait time! The early Fall transition has begun! Bass are focusing on baitfish again and jerkbaits trigger a reaction strike in those hungry bass. If you've ever wanted to experience a wide open jerkbait bite like you've heard other anglers talk about, it's time to go give it a try!

When it comes to jerkbaits, no two baits are alike. Different baits have different applications and learning to use each bait at its best time will help you catch more fish. That said, these are the key baits that we trust to put fish in the boat. When it comes to color, it's time to get out of your comfort zone! Try the bold, obnoxious colors and you might be surprised by the results!

Below you'll find links to the baits and equipment Matt discussed in the video. We've included our best "Traditional" colors, as well as our best "Bold" colors for each bait. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


ALL AROUND JERKBAITS...

•Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

Traditional: Mat Shad, Killer Kawaguchi

Bold: Elegy Bone, Western Clown, Mat Skeleton Shad


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

Traditional: Ghost Ayu, Pink Smelt

Bold: Clown, Chart Silver, Chart Head


DEEPER DIVING JERKBAIT...

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

Traditional: Mat Shad, GP Pro Blue

Bold: Elegy Bone, French Pearl, GP Skeleton Shad


SMALLER JERKBAITS...

•Shimano Zumverno 95 SP: https://bit.ly/3Gbzrmw

Traditional: Pink Smelt, ST Chiayu

Bold: ST Purple, Clown


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

Traditional: GP Pro Blue, Kasumi Ito, Mat Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone, GLX Northern Secret, French Pearl


BFS JERKBAITS...

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Traditional: GP Invisible Wakasagi, ITO Tennessee Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone, Hachiro Reaction


•Cultiva Rip N Minnow 70: https://bit.ly/47zp47R

Colors: Blue Scales, Green Scales, Shiner


MEGABASS VISION 110 HOOK UPGRADES...

Split Ring Replacement– Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

110 Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble (Size 5): http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

110 Junior Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu 1X Black (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp


MATT'S ALL AROUND JERKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

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


MATT'S FINESSE JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 OneTen Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


MID PRICED JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

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


BFS JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 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

Bait Finesse Tricks You Have To Try! (BFS Fishing Tips For Summer And Fall)

Don't overlook finesse fishing this time of year! Whether you're a fan of spinning tackle or Bait Finesse (BFS), these unique techniques will help you catch more fish throughout Summer and early Fall. From tiny topwater and swimbaits, to unique senko presentations, these tricks put fish in the boat!

Bait finesse fishing continues to sweep the US angling community and many fisherman are eager to know what to try next. These presentations will help you catch more fish in the coming months and you'll have more fun doing it because you're using light tackle! And don't worry, you can still take advantage of these opportunities with a spinning rod if you haven't jumped on the BFS train just yet!

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


THE SENKO...

•Yamamoto 5" Thin Senko: https://bit.ly/43d1Tgn

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Baby Bass


•Hayabusa Wacky Hook WRM201: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1


THE SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Jackall Rhythm Wag 3.5: https://bit.ly/3NT6OvF

Colors: Sexy Albino, Prism Shad, Golden Shad


•BKK Chimera Hook: https://bit.ly/3IS3pwf

Size: 1/0


THE UNDERSPIN...

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Finesse Under Spin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 1/8 oz


•Xzone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


KARASHI...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: Kasumi Ito KS, GLX Frozen Pink


TOPWATER...

•Megabass Dog X Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/475zcoD

Colors: Bahama Milk Pearl, Downsizing Takumi Setsuki Ayi


•Owner Cultiva Zip N Ziggy: https://bit.ly/3BTMLuh

Colors: Natural Minnow, Shiner


BFS FLIPPING BAITS...

•ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, MudBug


•Reins 2.5" Ring Craw: https://bit.ly/3U0OQvC

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Scuppernong


BFS FLIPPING COMPONENTS...

•Owner Rig N Hook: https://bit.ly/2BnniXN

Size: 1/0


•Swagger Tungsten Vader Weight: https://bit.ly/3c28mks

Size: 1/16 oz


•Reins Tungsten Worm Weight: https://bit.ly/3Kx0Fqz

Size: 1/16 oz


OTHER BFS TOPWATERS...

•Damiki Umpa 40 Popper: https://bit.ly/42XSQkD

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad


•Rapala Ultralight Popper: https://bit.ly/3FzvsNP

Colors: Chrome, Clown


•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 60: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Bone, Phantom Shad


•Megabass Baby Pop X BFS: https://bit.ly/3QgjPDY

Colors: BFS Galaxy Smoke, Mat Shad


DAIWA BAIT FINESSE FLUOROCARBON...

•Daiwa J Fluoro Samurai Hidden: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

Sizes: 6, 7, 8 lb


THE SENKO/RHYTHM WAG COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Pop X Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

Line– 6 lb Daiwa Hidden Fluoro: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


TREBLE HOOK BAITS COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Reel– KastKing Kestrel Elite Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3Or8X4W

Line– 8 lb Sufix 832 Braid: https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– 7 lb Sunline Super FC: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


THE FLIPPING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'2" ML: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

Leader– 8 lb Sunline Super FC: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


ALL AROUND BFS COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– 7 lb Daiwa Hidden Fluoro: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


BABY PLUGGING SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Baby Plugging: https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2000: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

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

Leader– Sunline Super FC 6 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

This Clear River Is Packed With Bass!! (BFS Fishing From The Jet Boat)

Come along for an awesome day of jet boat fishing on a crystal clear river! We're exploring new water and the first thing we notice is Smallmouth bass swimming all around the boat! From the very first cast, the bite is on! Let's go!!

These are the adventures we dream about! Dropping into a new fishery without any outside help and immediately landing on the fish. The bite was wide from the start on a mix of bait finesse and topwater! What an awesome day of fishing from the aluminum boat!

Below you'll find links to all the baits and equipment we used throughout the day. We've included the exact sizes and colors for the baits as well as rod and reel specs for all the gear used. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


THE BFS HARD BAITS...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: MG Tora Kinkuro, GLX Frozen Pink


•Damiki Disco 40 BFS: https://bit.ly/432XZaY

Colors: Ghost Craw


THE TOPWATER...

•Lobina Rico: https://bit.ly/2RGNx4x

Color: K Frog


•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Color: Megabass Sexy Shad


THE SOFT BAITS...

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

Color: Wakasagi


•STH Bait Fuel Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3aU0oeU

Color: Ten Point


•Zman TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Color: Blood Worm


Head– ZMan Finesse Shroomz (Chartreuse): https://bit.ly/2hs2cAe

Size: 1/10 oz


JET BOAT TACKLE STORAGE

•Buzbe Swarm Modular Tackle Bag: https://bit.ly/3JyGtnA

Size: 28


•Buzbe Quick Qubes: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Size: Medium, Medium Deep


MATT'S TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae97J9


COOP'S BFS COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Pop X Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

Line– Maxima Ultragreen 5 lb: https://bit.ly/2ae97J9


MATT'S KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: https://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