Spring Bass Fishing Is Awesome! Exploring Lake Guntersville!

Today we're dropping the boat into Lake Guntersville and going exploring! The guys have no clue what to expect, what the bass are doing, or where to begin. But it doesn't take them long to start putting the pieces together! Watch as they figure out a pattern, and get big fish to bite!

Guntersville is one of the most famous fisheries in the world, but that doesn't mean the bite is going to be easy. The guys weren't sure where to start, so they tied on their confidence baits and started looking for that first bite. Every fish that bit provided a clue that let them put together the puzzle. By midday they caught a great limit, with a big kicker, and left an even bigger one behind!

Below you'll find links to all the baits the guys used throughout the day, as well as the gear they used to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

CHATTERBAIT...

•Zman Jack Hammer (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

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

Color: Blue Gizzard

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

Color: Bama Craw

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

Color: Blow Torch

GLIDE BAIT...

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

Color: Warden Hitch

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

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

Color: Red Glitter Craw

•Bill Lewis ATV 1.0: https://bit.ly/3kBMuGb

Color: Red Glitter Craw

MEGABASS CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

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

Model: 7'2" Medium+ Fast

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

G LOOMIS CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX Bladed Jig: https://bit.ly/3TPrt9W

Model: 7'3" Medium Fast

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC 70 (HG): https://bit.ly/49al91d

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

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

TIM'S SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament Carbon Cranker: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: 7'2" Medium Heavy Moderate

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

Line– Sufix 832 (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 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

BUYER'S GUIDE: CRANKBAIT FISHING ( Squarebill, Deep Diver, Lipless, Rods )

Today's Buyer's Guide is all about crankbaits! We're taking this giant lure category and breaking it down into segments that are easy to understand. From cold water speed cranking baits, to wide wobbling Summer baits, we’re showing you our favorite crankbaits for every season, at all the major depth ranges!

Crankbait fishing is a giant category, as witnessed by several of our recent seminar–style videos on the subject (linked below). You can stand in front of the crankbait wall at your local tackle shop and your head will spin as you try to figure out what to use. Or, you can simply watch this video and let us show you exactly how we’ve narrowed it down over the years. We’re eliminating all the guess work and showing you our favorite baits from each major category.

Below you'll find links to the exacts baits and gear discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, as well as the exact rods we throw them on. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

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 SEMINAR VIDEOS...

•Speed Cranking Tricks For Fall And Winter Bass: https://youtu.be/j2WEBHrcsXI

•Everything You Need To Know About Squarebills: https://youtu.be/ISAGu--xg3g

•Lipless Crankbait Tricks You Need To Try: https://youtu.be/kLAIZu7OoMk

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Red Glitter Craw, Tennessee Shad

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

Colors: Bruised Citrus Shad, Red Crawdad

FLAT SIDED CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Blood Craw, Chrome Olive, Matte Shad

•Shimano Macbeth Flat: https://bit.ly/3QNYS1g

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Real Shad, Mossy Shad

•Shimano Macbeth Shallow: https://bit.ly/48m3ch1

Colors: Ghost Shad, Sleeper Shad

LIPLESS CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: American Shad, Chartreuse Shad, Ghost Minnow

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

Sizes: 60 and 70

Colors: Ghost Minnow, RT Scale Minnow, SG Threadfin

•Bill Lewis Rat–L–Trap: https://bit.ly/2gm8CjC

Colors: Cali Craw, Ghost Minnow, Sexy Chrome

SPEED CRANKBAITS...

•R2S Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: True Shad, Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow

•Megabass Deep Six: http://bit.ly/2A3clKP

Colors: Ito Wakasagi, MB Gizzard, Tora Zari

MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala DT 8: https://bit.ly/40JmoBQ

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Live River Shad, Delta

•Spro Rock Crawler 55: https://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Red Crawfish, Phantom Green

DEEP DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Nomad D–Trak 80: https://bit.ly/3MRvMxz

Colors: Natural Threadfin, Brown Craw

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Rootbeer Crawdad

BIG DEEP DIVERS...

•Azuma Z Boss 22: https://bit.ly/3J05uHl

Colors: Grand Shad, Hot Mess, Goldie Lox

•Azuma Z Boss 24: https://bit.ly/3oKifPk

Colors: Grand Shad, Hot Mess, Goldie Lox

•Strike King 10XD: https://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

Colors: Powder Blue Back Chart, Sexy Blue Back Herring

FAVORITE SPEED CRANKING COMBO...

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

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

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

FAVORITE FLAT SIDE COMBO...

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

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2 (7:1): https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

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

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate System Shock (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

Everything You Need To Know About Squarebills and Shallow Crankbaits! (Full Seminar)

We're taking a deep dive into the world of shallow crankbaits! Come along as Matt teaches how, when, and where to fish these baits! If you've ever thrown a shallow crank, or even if you have the slightest curiosity about them, this video is for you!

There are so many new baits on the market, it's hard to know which baits to use! This is everything you need to know! From color, to size, to diving depth, Matt breaks down shallow crankbaits so the rest of us can enjoy them.

OVERSIZED CRANKS...

•Megabass Big M 4.0: https://bit.ly/44Sg9Mv

Colors: Jukucho Shad, GG Gill

•Megabass Big M 2.0: https://bit.ly/3ZifaE6

Colors: Jukucho Shad, Gillkko

•Strike King 8.0: https://bit.ly/45Pcpwi

Colors: TN Shad 2.0, Chartreuse Sexy Shad

•Strike King 4.0: https://bit.ly/2dzeCUk

Colors: Olive Shad, Green Gizzard Shad

•Lucky Craft BDS 6: https://bit.ly/2sRZby9

Colors: BP Golden Shiner, Chartreuse Shad

LARGE CRANKS...

•6th Sense Crush 100X: https://bit.ly/3LJSeIv

Colors: Ghost Shad Scales, Ghost Threadfin Shad

•Shimano Macbeth 75 Big: https://bit.ly/3PAgT4u

Colors: Ghost Shad, Sleeper Shad

•Lucky Craft BDS 4: https://bit.ly/3PjXmUz

Colors: American Shad,  Ghost Minnow

•Rapala BX Big Brat: https://bit.ly/3r8WZOW

Colors: Homers Buddy, Pearl Grey Ghost, Silver

•Bill Lewis ATV 2.5: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj

Colors: Tennessee Shad, Red Glitter Craw

•13 Fishing Scamp 2.5: https://bit.ly/3iMkYAw

Colors: Epic Shad, Mud Bug Punch

FAT SQUAREBILLS...

•Megabass S Crank 1.5: https://bit.ly/2dPdTxb

Colors: MB Gizzard, Megabass Sexy Shad

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

Colors: Blue Craw, Mossy Shad, Real Shad

•Shimano Macbeth 50: https://bit.ly/3EDeBv5

Colors: Ghost Shad, Sleeper Shad, Sexy Shad

•Lucky Craft BDS 2: https://bit.ly/48r4Q0T

Colors: American Shad, Golden Shiner

•Shimano Macbeth 63: https://bit.ly/3LnsMYP

Colors: Ghost Shad, Sleeper Shad

PRIMARY SQUAREBILLS...

•Spro Essential Hunter 65: https://bit.ly/3cSMnOD

Colors: Black Silver, Fire Craw

•6th Sense Crush Silent 50S: https://bit.ly/2BGUQlS

Colors: Ghost Shad Scales, Ghost Threadfin Shad

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

Colors: Cold Blooded, Abalone Shad

•Strike King 1.5: https://bit.ly/3xLv526

Colors: Sexy Ghost Minnow, TN Shad 2.0

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

Colors: Tuxedo Shad, Red Crawdad

•13 Fishing Scamp 1.5: https://bit.ly/3PBfRVF

Colors: Olive Crush, Mudbug Punch

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

Colors: Red Glitter Craw, Tennessee Shad

•Spro Speed Demon 55: https://bit.ly/3XGWUC2

Colors: Laundry Matte, Crystal Craw

•Lucky Craft 1.5: https://bit.ly/2BGxKPa

Colors: American Shad, Ghost Minnow

SMALL PROFILE CRANKS...

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

Colors: Cold Blooded, Abalone Shad

•Bill Lewis ATV 1.0: https://bit.ly/3kBMuGb

Colors: Red Glitter Craw, Tennessee Shad

•Rapala BX Brat: https://bit.ly/2qFBMiR

Colors: Mossy, Pearl Grey Shiner

•Rapala DT 4: https://bit.ly/3EFGd2J

Colors: Live Bluegill, Green Gizzard Shad

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

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Mat Craw 2

•Megabass Super Z Z1: https://bit.ly/2Y9dkHB

Colors: Wild Craw, Mat Craw 2, Kasumi Ito

ODD BALL CRANKS...

•Nishine Chippawa RB Blade: https://bit.ly/3Z8wueJ

Colors: Ghost Shad, Hologram Shad

•13 Fishing Jabber Jaw: https://bit.ly/3z7hVdH

Colors: Black Back Shad, Lucky Charm

SHALLOW CRANKS...

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

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad

•Shimano Macbeth 50S: https://bit.ly/48m3ch1

Colors: Sleeper Shad, Ghost Shad

•Lucky Craft BDS 1: https://bit.ly/3sKcpPC

Colors: American Shad, Ghost Minnow

•Spro Outsider 55 SR: https://bit.ly/3Pfx1XI

Colors: Dirty Gizzard, Rainbow Gill, River Gold

•Evergreen CH1: https://bit.ly/2MrsOCG

Colors: Ghost Wakasagi, Bone, Champion Shad

•Spro Fat John 50: https://bit.ly/2V03giW

Colors: Matte Shad, Honey Shad, Cell Mate

BFS CRANKS...

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

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad, Olive Flash Shad

•Shimano Macbeth 39F: https://bit.ly/45Pj3Dd

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad

•Megabass Griffon BFS SR: https://bit.ly/3qOyDj6

Colors: Mat Shad, GP Kawamatsu

FLAT SIDE CRANKS...

•Shimano Macbeth Flat: https://bit.ly/3QNYS1g

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad

•Megabass SonicSide: https://bit.ly/2PxtPWo

Colors: Green Craw, MB Gizzard

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

Colors: Blood Craw, Chrome Olive

•Spro Little John Type R: https://bit.ly/3j0GS3a

Colors: Copper Shad, Rayburn Red

•Rapala Ott's OG Slim 06: https://bit.ly/3pV1CLN

Colors: Live River Shad, Red Crawdad

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

Colors: Live River Shad, Shad

MATT’S MAIN SQUAREBILL COMBO…

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

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

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

GREAT CRANKBAIT RODS...

HIGH END - St. Croix Legend Tourn. 7'2" M Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

BFS - Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

HOOKS…

1X Strength - Gamakatsu EWG: https://bit.ly/2DCOlmV

Size: 6, 4, 2

2X Strength - BKK EWG 71SS: https://bit.ly/3PiUjM7

Size: 6, 4, 2

3X Strength - Owner ST-56: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Size: 6, 4, 2

Split Ring - Owner Hyperwire: https://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 2, 3

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 Is How We Catch Bigger Bass In Spring! (Shallow Water Tricks)

Come along for a day on the water and watch how we locate big bass in a giant reservoir! Matt runs the exact pattern that we teach for early season bass fishing and it plays out perfectly. First he catches a few fish, then he catches a whole school, then he catches a BIG one! Its the perfect script for early Spring bass fishing!

Matt is targeting early prespawn bass with a chatterbait, lipless, and squarebill. He's running secondary points in search of active fish and not wasting any time on unproductive water. When he locates a school he picks it apart then keeps moving in search of the bigger fish that are sure to follow. This is a pattern you can run on any lake around the country. We hope this gives you confidence to keep moving until you catch the fish you're searching for!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt was using throughout the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've also included a link to Tim's recent "red bait" video to help you gain an understanding of the crawfish phenomenon in Spring. 

RELATED VIDEO...

•Tim's Red Bait Video: https://youtu.be/m5U7SGEvW1A

THE CHATTERBAITS...

Bait– ZMan JackHammer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Golden Shiner, Fire Craw

Trailer #1– Missile Baits 4.5 Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Color: Frosted Purple

Trailer #2– Hog Farmer 4.5 Spunk Shad: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Blow Torch

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

•Jackall TN 70 Lipless: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: Crawfish, SS Shad

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAIT...

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

Color: Fire Truck Craw

MATT'S SQUAREBILL COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Line– Sunline Crank FC 14 lb: https://bit.ly/3fohguC

MATT'S 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

MATT'S LIPLESS COMBO #1...

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

MATT'S LIPLESS COMBO #2...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament Carbon Cranker: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

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