Spring Fishing Tips For Bass! ( Dropshot, Chatterbait, Glide Bait )

Spring bass fishing is awesome... if you're willing to adapt! One minute you've got a dropshot in your hand, the next minute you're slinging a glide bait. As conditions change, you have to adapt with them if you want to consistently catch fish. Come along for a fun day with Tim and the boys. Watch how they adapt to changing conditions and learn as Tim teaches them about Spring bass fishing.

The guys started out with a plan to power fish but quickly realized they had to adapt. The dropshot and shaky head saved the day until the conditions began shifting. Once the light got a little lower, the power fishing techniques came back into play, with multiple fish on chatterbaits and glide baits. Keep an open mind, be willing to adapt, and you'll take your Spring bass fishing to new heights!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear the guys were using. We've included the exact colors and sizes, and even the rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE DROPSHOT...

Worm– MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Color: PB & J

Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2

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

Size: 1/4 oz

THE SHAKEY HEAD...

Worm– Netbait Baitfuel Finesse Worm: https://bit.ly/43iBmzX

Color: Tilapia Magic, Green Pumpkin

Hook– Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shakey: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz

THE CHATTERBAIT...

•ZMan Elite Evo (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Color: Electric Shad

•Hog Farmer 4.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Electric Shad

THE GLIDE BAIT...

•River2Sea S Waver 168: https://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Color: Warden Hitch

Hook Upgrade– Owner ST 56 Treble: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Size: 2

TIM'S POWER SHOT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

Leader– Seaguar InvizX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

JD'S BUDGET POWER SHOT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Seaguar Basix (12 lb): https://bit.ly/38c1HHr

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

GLIDE BAIT COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Tranx 200 (HG): https://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Line– Sufix 832 (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

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

Top 5 Baits For April Bass Fishing!

The best bass fishing of the year is happening now! Don't miss it! There is no better time to get on the water and catch a bunch of fish than April. You can typically find fish in all 3 stages of the spawn and it's not hard to catch them. If you've ever wanted to learn a new technique, or target a big bass, this is the time!

Bass can be caught on a mix of fast moving reaction baits and slow, bottom contact presentations. When it comes to reaction baits, we put a lot of emphasis on standing out from the crowd. We're using baits with flash, vibration, and sound to get the bass' attention. When it comes to soft baits, its all about a natural presentation. We find that baits with a some blue in them will often catch more fish than other colors.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discussed in the video, including our favorite sizes and colors. We've also included some of the gear we use to fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SHAKEY HEAD...

•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Color: Blue Back Secret

•Big Bite Baits FinTwist Head: https://bit.ly/42dOUvH

Size: 3/16 oz

JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•Dirty Jigs 3/8 oz Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Colors: The Go To, Canterbury Craw

•Netbait Paca Chunk: https://bit.ly/44ZjCsL

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue

•Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin Jig: https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: Hematoma, The Go To

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

Color: Black Shadow Flare, Summer Craw

ALABAMA RIGS...

•HogFarmer Tactical Micro Flex: https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

Swimbait– 3" Damiki Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Colors: American Shad, PB Silver

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

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 hook

•Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex: https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

Swimbait– X Zone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Size: 1/8 oz

UNDERSPINS...

•Dirty Jig Tactical Underspin: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Favorite Size: 3/8 oz

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

Favorite Size: 3/16 oz

•Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Favorite Size: 3/16 oz, 3/0 Hook

•Xzone 2.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Color: Albino Shad

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Red Glitter Craw, FireTruck Craw

•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Real Shad, Mossy Shad

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

•Jackall TN 70: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: SG Threadfin, SS Shad

•Nomad Swimtrex Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3SjrDWD

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Aqua Ghost

•Duo Realis Vibration Nitro (5/9 oz): https://bit.ly/3wDutwS

Colors: Red Tiger, Burning Tiger

CHATTERBAIT...

•ZMan Mini Max Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

Color: Bluegill, Gizzard Shad

•Yamamoto 3" Zako: https://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Color: Green Pumpkin, Sexy Shad

•Jack Hammer Chatterbait (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

•Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 4.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Sexy Shad

SPINNERBAIT...

•Megabass SV–3 (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Colors: Hasu, Ayu, Gill

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 7'3" Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT 100HS: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Seaguar Red Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'2" MM: https://bit.ly/3P8REVe

Reel– Shimano SLX 70: https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5

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

BUDGET SPINNERBAIT/CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'1" Med Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Sunline FC (15 lb): http://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

Top 5 Baits For April Bass Fishing!

April is the peak of Bass fishing season! There is no better time to get on the water and catch a bunch of fish! You can typically find fish in all 3 stages of the spawn and its not hard to catch them. If you've ever wanted to learn a new technique, this is the month to do it!

Bass can be caught on a mix of fast moving reaction baits and slow, bottom contact presentations. When it comes to reaction baits, we put a lot of emphasis on standing out from the crowd. We're using baits with flash, vibration, and sound to get the bass' attention. When it comes to soft baits, its all about a natural presentation. We find that baits with a some blue in them will often catch more fish than other colors.  

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discussed in the video, including our favorite sizes and colors. We've also included some of the gear we use to fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE SENKO...

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

Best Color: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

Spring Colors: Watermelon Disco, Watermelon Moondust

THE JIGS...

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

Color: The Go To, Magic Craw

Trailer– Missile Baits DBomb: http://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Color: Green Pumpkin Red, Green Pumpkin Blue

Jig– Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Color: Green Pumpkin Orange, Magic Craw Swirl

Trailer– Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Color: Tilapia Magic, Green Pumpkin Blue

SPINNERBAITS...

•Megabass SV–3 (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Colors: Hasu Wakasagi

•Nichols Shattered Glass Blades (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3udIU7d

Colors: Silver, Green Crystal

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

•River2Sea Biggie Poppa: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Delta Craw, Rooster, Cold Blooded

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

Colors: Fire Truck Craw, Red Glitter Craw, Tennessee Shad

•Rapala OG Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Classic Craw, Red Crawdad, Bruised Citrus Shad

LIPLESS CRANKBAITS...

•Jackall TN 70: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: Crawfish, RT Escape Craw, SS Shad

•Rat L Trap (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2gm8CjC

Colors: Rayburn Red Craw, Silver Shad, Diamond Dust

SMALL SWIMBAITS...

•Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•XZone 4" Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, Sexy Shad, Electric Blue/Chart

Rigging: Owner Flashy Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

BIG SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass Magdraft: http://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Size: 6" and 8"

Colors: White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad, MSS

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Meta Crankbait 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/3n0MVuG

Reel– 13 Fishing Modus C2 Casting: https://bit.ly/3HJdwnR

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

ALL AROUND COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel– Shimano SLX A 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/3ZWPeho

Line– Sunline Super FC (16 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET JIG FISHING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Line– Sunline FC 14 lb: http://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

Top 5 Baits For April Bass Fishing!

Bass fishing is at its peak in April! There is no better time to get on the water and catch a bunch of fish. You can typically find fish in all 3 stages of the spawn and it doesn't take a keen understanding of fish movement to predict where they'll be. Head for the shallows with this short list of baits and you're bound to catch a few fish!

Bass can still be caught on reaction baits, but you can also slow down and catch them on soft plastics. Whatever style you prefer, there will be bass to catch. When it comes to reaction baits, we put a lot of emphasis on standing out from the crowd. We're using baits with flash, vibration, and sound to get the bass' attention. When it comes to soft baits, its all about a natural presentation. We find that baits with a touch of blue in them will often out-produce the others. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discussed in the video, including our favorite sizes and colors. We've also included some of the gear we use to fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SWIMBAIT... 

Bait- Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

SWIMBAIT RIGGING... 

Exposed- Matt Allen Swimbait Head (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Weedless- Owner Flashy Swimmer (5/0, 1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT... 

-Lucky Craft LV-500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Colors: Chartreuse Shad, BP Golden Shiner, Spring Craw

-Cotton Cordell Super Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210

Colors: Chrome Blue, Royal Red, Royal Shad

SHALLOW CRANKBAIT... 

-Spro Little John 50: http://bit.ly/2dDfuqt

Colors: Blood Craw, Fire Craw

SENKO... 

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

SENKO RIGGING... 

Weedless- Gamakatsu Superline (3/0): http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Wacky- Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap (1/0): http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

SHAKY HEAD... 

Worm- Netbait T-Mac: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Tilapia Magic, Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin

Head- Dirty Jigs Shaky Head (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

JIG... 

Bait- Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: Brown Craw, Magic Craw, Go To

Trailer- Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Flora Bama, Magic Craw Swirl, Soft Pappi

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