Fishing A Cypress Swamp With Unexpected Baits!

We didn't Expect Them To Eat These Baits In A Swamp! We're on the road again, exploring new lakes and finding new patterns. Come along for an awesome day of adapting and experimenting as we fish standing timber in the Deep South.

Bass fishing is all about adapting to conditions. When Matt launched the boat into a field of standing timber, he had no idea a cold snap was coming! As temperatures fell the bite collapsed, but that wouldn't stop him from catching fish! He began changing baits and tactics until he found fish suspending around trees in the middle of the lake!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TEXAS RIG WORMS...

•Netbait C Mac Worm:  https://bit.ly/43AETJ9

Size: 7" and 11"

Colors: Junebug, Red Bug

•Keitech 8" Mag Wag Long Worm: https://bit.ly/3dkFMLl

Color: Junebug

TEXAS RIGGING COMPONENTS...

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

Size: 4/0

Weight– Gamakatsu G Shield Tungsten Flipping: https://bit.ly/3Ur7K0X

Size: 3/8 oz

ALABAMA RIG...

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

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

Size: 1/8 oz

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

SWIMBAIT...

Bait– Megabass Magdraft Freestyle: https://bit.ly/3bRG3Wi

Color: Albino Pearl Shad

Hook– Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 3/8 oz, 6/0 Hook

LURE RETRIEVERS...

•Toothy Fishman XL Swimbait Retriever: https://bit.ly/3A8370q

•Frabill 15' Extendable Lure Retriever: https://bit.ly/2TLTJc6

TEXAS RIG WORM COMBO...

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

Model: FMJ, 7'3" Medium Heavy

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

Line– Daiwa J Braid Grand (50 lb): https://bit.ly/488sttq

Leader– Seaguar Premium (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3uoqaVr

UMBRELLA RIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate FC (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

MAGDRAFT FREESTYLE COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

Shakey Head Worms - Tricks To Catch More Fish!! ( Underwater Footage!! )

The shaky head worm is an awesome technique for Summer Bass! The technique catches BIG fish but it catches a lot of fish too! Most anglers have a few heads and a favorite worm or two but never realize just how effective this technique can be. When you start to understand the differences between worms, head designs, and hooks, you'll immediately start catching more fish!

Whether you throw a shaky head every trip, or just occasionally pick up a plastic worm, this video is going to help you hone your fishing skills. Subtle differences in plastic composition and worm shape make huge differences in the actions of the worms and how bass react to them. 

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

SUMMER WORM VIDEO: https://youtu.be/l3f7PEKf_tg

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

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

Size: 3/16 oz

Bait– Netbait Baitfuel T Mac: https://bit.ly/41rJOer

Colors: Junebug

STANDARD WORMS...

•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Colors: Junebug, Plum, Sprayed Grass

•Netbait Baitfuel T Mac: https://bit.ly/41rJOer

Colors: Junebug, Black Grape, Bama Bug

FINESSE WORMS...

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

Colors: PB&J Time, Junebug Dream, Blueback Secret

•Roboworm 6" Fat Worm: https://bit.ly/2awYSxM

Colors: Margarita Mutilator, MMIII, People's Worm

•Netbait Flex Worm: https://bit.ly/334C9pG

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin, Tilapia Magic

MAGNUM WORMS...

•Strike King 8" Bull Worm OPT: https://bit.ly/2Iqhy3w

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug, Magic

•Magnum Baits Wormser: https://bit.ly/2XM1naf

Sizes: 11.5", 8.5"

Colors: Delta Dark Purple, Green Pumpkin, Kush

SHAKEY HEADS...

Light– Owner Shakey Ultrahead: https://bit.ly/2iofJdg

Size: 1/8 - 1/4 oz

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

Size: 3/16 oz - 1/4 oz

Large– Dirty Jigs Stand Up Finesse Head: https://bit.ly/3fUYNby

Sizes: 3/16 - 1/4 oz

Magnum– Owner Magnum Shakey: https://bit.ly/2VlgJBA

Size: 1/2 - 5/8 oz

SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

MAGNUM SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Envy Black 7'6" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3KtYZhv

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

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

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

SPINNING SHADY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Leader (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3cjHwJL

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

Big Worms for Summer Bass Fishing! (Texas Rig, Carolina Rig, Shaky Head)

Big Summer Bass love eating big worms! There are a ton of ways to present big worms and they all work! Texas Rigs, Carolina Rigs, Shaky Heads, even wacky rigged, they all work! Best of all, worm fishing doesn't require specialized gear you probably already own a rod that can do it! Come along as we take an in-depth look at the different styles of plastic worms and how to apply them to your bass fishing this Summer. 

How do you choose the right plastic worm for the job? What makes a good shakey head worm? What about the right worm for a texas rig? What about colors? Its all so overwhelming! Your local shop has dozens, if not hundreds of options to choose from, but today we're going to narrow it down to a few key shapes and colors. 

Below you'll find links to our favorite worms and the gear we use to fish them. We've included color recommendations for each worm and favorite rigging options as well. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

CURLY TAIL WORMS...

•Zoom Magnum Ol Monster: https://bit.ly/2P5QZbq

Colors: Junebug, Plum, Green Pumpkin

•Zoom Ol Monster: https://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Colors: Candy Bug, Junebug, Plum

Netbait Baitfuel C Mac: https://bit.ly/43AETJ9

Colors: Junebug, Plum, Plum Apple

Xzone 11" Blitz: https://bit.ly/422SaJA

Colors: Junebug, Plum, Green Pumpkin

STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS...

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

Colors: Junebug Dream, Missile Morning

•Netbait Baitfuel T Mac Worm: https://bit.ly/41rJOer

Colors: Bama Bug, Black Grape, Junebug

•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Colors: Junebug, Plum, Sprayed Grass

•Magnum Baits Wormser: https://bit.ly/2XM1naf

Colors: Delta Dark Purple, Green Pumpkin

WACKY WORMS...

•Magnum Baits 10" Soft Stickbait: https://bit.ly/2KBhPWU

Colors: PNW, Junebug, Delta Dark Purple

CAROLINA RIG COMPONENTS...

Hook– Owner Offset Shank Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/3Cm7Jiq

Size: 5/0

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Carolina Barrel: https://bit.ly/3f14FNn

Size: 1/2 - 1 oz

Swivel– Spro Power Swivel: https://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

Size: 4

Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

TEXAS RIG COMPONENTS...

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

Size: 5/0

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Flipping: https://bit.ly/2X35Jtl

Size: 3/8 - 3/4 oz

Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

POWER SHOT COMPONENTS...

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

Size: 1/0 - 2/0

Weight– Swagger Vader Pencil: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z

Size: 1/4 oz

WACKY RIG COMPONENTS...

Weightless– Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Size: 4/0 - 5/0

Weighted– Big Bite Baits Gamakatsu Wacky: https://bit.ly/3CowxbF

Size: 3/8 oz

Swinging– Frenzy Wack A Sack Jig: https://bit.ly/2oFduEq

Size: 4/0 

SHAKEY HEADS...

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

Size: 3/16 oz

Medium– Owner Shakey Ultrahead: https://bit.ly/2iofJdg

Size: 1/4 oz

Magnum– Owner Magnum Shakey: https://bit.ly/2VlgJBA

Size: 5/8 oz

TEXAS/CAROLINA RIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

SHAKEY HEAD COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

MAGNUM SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Envy Black 7'6" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3KtYZhv

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 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

Post Spawn Transition – Shakey Head Worms And Crankbaits!

This time of year is awesome! Let's catch some fish!! There are bass in all phases of the spawn but in most places, there are some post spawners already transitioning into Summer patterns. We're getting ahead of those fish and targeting them with worms and crankbaits. Let's go!!

Today is a relaxed day as we get ahead of the transition and catch bass that are shifting toward Summer patterns. We're catching them on offshore structure (rock piles and points) with a shaky head, dropshot, and texas rig. Color is key, and paying attention for those subtle bites can completely change the course of your day!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear we used throughout the day. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TIM'S SHAKY HEAD...

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

Color: Bama Bug, Black Grape

Head– Dirty Jigs Pivot Point: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Size: 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook

MATT'S SHAKY HEAD...

Worm– Netbait Baitfuel T Mac: https://bit.ly/41rJOer

Color: Junebug

Head– Dirty Jigs Stand Up Finesse: https://bit.ly/3fUYNby

Size: 3/16 oz

TEXAS RIGGED WORM...

Worm– Netbait C Mac 11" Worm: https://bit.ly/2OxtIzR

Color: Junebug

Weight– Gamakatsu G Shield: https://bit.ly/3iQVnLl

Size: 3/8 oz

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

Size: 5/0

DROPSHOT WORM...

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

Color: MissileMorning

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

Size: 2/0

Weight– Tungsten VMC Cylinder Weight: https://bit.ly/43Lun2f

Size: 3/8 oz

THE CRANKBAIT...

•River2Sea Tactical DD75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Color: Summer Minnow

SHAKY HEAD COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (30 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

TEXAS RIG COMBO...

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

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

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

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

CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

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

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

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