The EASIEST Trick For EARLY SPRING Bass Fishing!

RED and ORANGE catch BIG bass in the Spring! When water temperatures reach 50 degrees you should be reaching for a red bait to catch bigger bass! Whether your lake is crystal clear or chocolate milk, bass will attack red baits as they head into the pre-spawn. It can work with chatterbaits, spinnerbaits, lipless crankbaits, squarebill crankbaits, and more!

The biggest issue with throwing these crawfish–imitating baits is knowing exactly which color to throw. Some baits are neon orange, others are transparent red. So how do you know which ones to try? It all comes down to water color and conditions. Pay close attention as Tim explains how to use each color to your advantage and when to switch between them.

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


CHATTERBAITS...

•ZMan Big Blade Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3hjvGid

Color: Fire Craw, Hot Craw


•Zman Elite Evo: https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Color: Lava Craw, Bama Craw


CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

•Big Bite Baits Kamikaze SwimOn: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Colors: Flame Thrower, Sweet Potato Pie


•Missile Baits Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Colors: Lava Craw


•Hog Farmer Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Blow Torch


•Yamamoto Kickin Zako: https://bit.ly/3fPRQsF

Colors: Fire Craw


SQUAREBILLS...

•River2Sea Biggie: https://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Cold Blooded, Delta Craw


•Nomad Atlas 55: https://bit.ly/3UOkjU5

Colors: Red Craw, Brown Craw


•Bill Lewis ATV 1.5: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj

Colors: Fire Truck Craw, Red Glitter Craw


•Damiki BTC 60: https://bit.ly/35yagXK

Colors: Ghost Craw, Red Craw


•Spro Little John: https://bit.ly/2dDfuqt

Colors: Blood Craw, Fire Craw


•Rapala OG Tiny 4: https://bit.ly/3A76zGi

Colors: Red Crawdad, Rootbeer Crawdad


DEEP DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Color: Blood Craw


•Spro Rock Crawler: https://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Red Bug, Electric Red Craw


•Megabass Super Z2: https://bit.ly/3fsxn9G

Colors: Wild Craw, Mat Craw 2


LIPLESS CRANKBAITS...

•Jackall TN70: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: RT Escape Craw, Crawfish


•Bill Lewis Hammer Trap: https://bit.ly/3Uk0Ri1

Colors: Fire Craw, Rayburn Red Craw


FAVORITE CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate System Shock 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


FAVORITE SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Levante Flat Side Special: http://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

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

Line– Sunline Crank FC 12 lb: https://bit.ly/3fohguC


FAVORITE LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX PRO 855 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Shock 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


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

19 Degrees But The Bass Are Biting! Come Fishing With Us!!

Come along for a FREEZING day on the water! The air temperatures are 19 degrees, water temperatures are 40 degrees, but the bass are still feeding! If you've ever wondered how to fish in the cold, what to wear, and how to protect your boat, we're covering all of it!

We're focused on power fishing techniques today and it pays off, despite the cold! Frigid temperatures don't mean that you have to slow down. Reaction bites can still be had if you focus on key baits. The guys are throwing very specific baits, looking for very specific conditions, and it matters when temperatures begin to plunge.


Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear the guys were fishing with. We've included details about the exact sizes and colors for each bait, as well as the rod and reel combos we used to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


SPINNERBAIT...

Bait– Megabass SV 3 Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Ayu

Stinger Hook– Hayabusa Trailer: https://bit.ly/417hdei

Size: 1/0


SWIMBAITS...

Tim's Bait– Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Gizzard Shad

Head– Matt Allen Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Size: 1/2 oz


Matt's Bait– Xzone 4" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Electric Blue/Chartreuse

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

Size: 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook


TIM'S TACTICAL RIG...

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

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

Size: 1/8 oz

Swimbaits– Xzone 4" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Electric Blue/Chartreuse

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

Color: Threadfin Shad


MATT'S TACTICAL RIG...

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/38xd1es

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

Size: 1/8 oz

Swimbaits– Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


BEST CLOTHING FOR LAYERING...

Beanie– Aftco Summit: https://bit.ly/3vLCEGR

Jacket– Aftco Crosswind Puff Jacket: https://bit.ly/3tZn7TA

Hoodie– Aftco Tactical Reaper: https://bit.ly/2TwBWs7

Bibs– Aftco Insulated Hydronaut: https://bit.ly/3FS21bC

Midlayer– Aftco F2 Midlayer Pants: https://bit.ly/3tXLIbr

Boots– Aftco Deck Boot: https://bit.ly/3OhVo7z


SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer JDM Casting: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Dark Sleeper (7'1" Medium heavy)

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

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


MATT'S SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer JDM Spinning: https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Model: Windbuster (7'2" Medium Medium Fast)

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line– Power Pro Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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


TIM'S A RIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC (HG): https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line– Seaguar InvizX (17 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y


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

BUYER'S GUIDE: SPINNERBAITS AND SPINNERBAIT TRAILERS

Today's buyers guide is all about spinnerbaits! We're taking a simplified approach to this giant category and focusing on baits that get bit most often. Size, blade type, color, and trailer are all important factors when choosing the right spinnerbait. Come along as we take a quick dive into some of the best spinnerbaits on the market!

No two spinnerbaits are created equal, There are a plethora of shapes, sizes, and blade configurations that all impact the angle a spinnerbait follows as it passes through the water. Today we're focused on baits that run flat, track true, and fish well when paired to different trailers. These subtle differences are what makes key spinnerbaits stand out from all the others and will help you get bit in more situations.

Below you'll find links to the baits and gear in the order we discussed them. We've included our favorite sizes, weights, and colors for each and all the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of the items.


PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Casting Reel Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/EHi18PwH4mU

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/g314S4ZyT6g

•Tackle Storage Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/m30hnkoqHBc

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/bEXFgo5YaRU

•Jerkbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/o8C9jW4Lxtk

•Crankbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/AELQ1tVC-DI

•Chatterbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tRz6bTRPpxM


FULL FRAME SPINNERBAITS...

•Nichols Catalyst: https://bit.ly/3QfCSuM

Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow

Color: Gizzard, Bombshell Shad


•Terminator P1 Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3xUsekP

Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow

Color: Nashville Sexy, Green Gizzard


STAND OUT SPINNERBAITS...

•River2Sea Bling: https://bit.ly/2diSwqq

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Abalone Shad, Iced, I Know It


•Damiki TOT Type 1: http://bit.ly/38cxmD6

Size: 3/8 oz Double Willow

Color: Smelt Shad, Sharp Belly


•Nichols Hammered Shattered Glass: https://bit.ly/3udIU7d

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Blue Shad, Green Crystal


•Nichols Pulsator Metal Flake: https://bit.ly/2Sttxpc

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: JT's Chartreuse Shad, Bombshell Bass


FINESSE SPINNERBAITS...

•Megabass SV-3: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

Color: Gill, Hasu, Wakasagi


•Shimano Swagy Double Willow: https://bit.ly/45E03ao

Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

Color: Natural Bait, Tidal Killer


SPINNERBAIT STORAGE...

•Buzbe Fast Flatz (Half Large): https://bit.ly/3Tu2yac


SPINNERBAIT STINGER HOOKS...

•Owner Spinnerbait Trailer Hook: https://bit.ly/2KQXvQm

Size: 2/0 or 3/0


•Gamakatsu G Power Stinger Trailer: https://bit.ly/3jdoaWN

Size: 1 or 1/0


•Hayabusa WRM 929 Trailer Hook: https://bit.ly/417hdei

Size: 1, 1/0


SPINNERBAIT TRAILERS...

•Keitech 4.3" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


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

Size: 3" or 3.5"

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad


MID PRICED SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


HIGH END SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 DC (HG): https://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Saltimate (16 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB


BUDGET FRIENDLY COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Bass Trigon: https://bit.ly/3wQ93Zn

Model: 7'1" Medium Heavy

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT (HS): https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Sunline FC (15 lb): https://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

Fishing Shallow Cover For Big Bass! ( Jigs , Spinnerbaits, And Flukes )

Jigs and Spinnerbaits! Wide Open Bass Fishing! Come along for an awesome evening on the water as we fish shallow, flooded brush for aggressive fish! These are the conditions we dream about!

This afternoon we're fishing a great big pond. The fish get a lot of fishing pressure but with the high water they've moved into shallow cover and Matt has a plan to get them out. Watch it unfold as he makes bait adjustments until he dials in a non-stop bass catching pattern!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt was using throughout the afternoon. We've also included the colors, rigging components, as well as the rods and reels he was fishing with. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


SIGHT FISHING GLASSES...

•Eye Surrender Tactical Sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl

Lense Colors: Copper (Murky Water), Amber (Clear Water)


SENKO...

Bait– Yamamoto 6" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Junebug

Hook– VMC Redline Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/3m3dn6G

Size: 4/0


SPINNERBAIT...

Bait– Nichols 1/2 oz Catalyst: https://bit.ly/3QfCSuM

Color: Tactical Shad

Trailer– Storm 3.5" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color: Albino Shad


SOFT JERKBAIT...

Bait– Zoom Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Color: Albino

Hook– VMC Redline Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/3m3dn6G

Size: 4/0


THE JIGS…

Bait– Dirty Jigs 3/8 oz Flippin Jig: http://bit.ly/2aUtZsG

Color: Green Pumpkin Craw

Trailer– Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Summer Craw


Bait– Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To

Trailer– MissileBaits DBomb: http://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Color: Super Bug


Bait– Dirty Jigs 3/4 oz California Swim: http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Color: Crappie

Trailer– River2Sea D Walker: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

Color: PB Red


SHALLOW JIG COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Shock (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


HEAVY COVER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Jungle Seven: https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

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

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


SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'1" MH Fast: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate FC (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


FLUKE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'0" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate FC (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


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