The Topwater Lures You Missed, But Your Friends Didn't!

Things are changing! Sure, the old staple baits work, but there are new baits in town and they're making waves! From subtle differences between walking baits and frogs, to this new category of straight retrieved, erratic baits... there is a lot to learn about topwater fishing for bass in 2024! Come along as Tim takes a quick dive into his favorite baits, new confidence baits, and how he's adapting to keep catching fish.

We all have a favorite topwater lure or two. Its great to have those confidence baits, but if you're not adapting, you're missing out! Fish are becoming wary of our presentations, and new innovations are emerging. Straight retrieve baits with erratic actions are coming over from Saltwater and you better be ready!

Below you'll find links to all the baits discussed in the video. We've included favorite colors, hook upgrades, as well as the rods and reels we use to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

RELATED VIDEOS...

•5 "Must Try" Topwater Tricks For Summer Bass!: https://youtu.be/_4NRKoJ2BN4

•Don't Miss These 5 Overlooked Topwater Baits! They're Amazing!!: https://youtu.be/2fTVGa2JsNw

WALKING BAITS...

•Evergreen Shower Blows SB 105: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Ghost Threadfin Shad, Bone, Full Metal

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

Colors: Megabass Sexy Shad, Wagin Hasu 2, White Python

TOPWATER FROG...

•Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill, Gold Gill

•Snagproof Bobby's Perfect: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Colors: Bluegill, Hot Mess

WHOPPER PLOPPER...

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 90/110: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Chrome Black, Bone, Monkey Butt

BUZZBAIT...

•D&M Easy Roller (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2SCqcmj

Colors: White Shad, Sexy Shad

•Big Bite Suicide Buzz: https://bit.ly/3iDnLLi

Colors: Pearly Shad, Blue Gizzard

POPPERS...

•Shimano World Pop 69F: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Colors: Clown, N Smelt, T Smelt

•Megabass Pop Max: https://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Gill, Mat Shad

WAKEBAIT...

•River2Sea Tactical 210 Wake: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: Tactical Shad, Chrome Gill

STRAIGHT RETRIEVE BAITS...

•ZMan HellRaizer: https://bit.ly/3P0vseM

Colors: Ghost Shad, Chrome

•Nomad Dartwing: https://bit.ly/4eKzWnd

Colors: Natural Shad, Holo Ghost Shad

HOOK UPGRADES...

•Hayabusa TBL 930 NRB Coated: https://bit.ly/3qBuXkB

Size: 2, 4

•Gamakatsu Feathered Treble: https://bit.ly/2Ii4IXO

Size: 4, 2

TIM'S MAIN TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Z Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7' Medium Regular

Reel– Daiwa Steez SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

TIM'S FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

BUDGET WALKING BAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7'2" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

5 "Must Try" Topwater Tricks For Summer Bass!

It's topwater time! These little tricks will get you bites when nothing is working! We all love throwing topwater but some anglers just seem to have a knack for catching bigger fish than the rest. Tim is one of those anglers. Today he's breaking down some of the subtle tricks he uses to out fish everyone around him with a topwater.

From the number of trebles on your bait, to bait modifications, to bait color, subtle differences can be everything. Tim uses specific baits in different conditions and is very intentional about his color selection as well. Don't think topwater color matters? It does!

Below you'll find links to some of Tim's favorite topwater baits. We've also included the components he uses to modify them, along with great topwater combos from high end to budget friendly. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

HARD BAITS...

•Evergreen Shower Blows SB 105: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Ghost Threadfin Shad, Bone, Full Metal

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

Colors: Megabass Sexy Shad, Wagin Hasu 2, White Python

•Jackall PikuPiku: https://bit.ly/399wl59

Colors: Lively Wakasagi, Glitter Secret Bait

FOLLOW UP BAITS...

•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Electric Shad, Smokin Shad, Chartreuse

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Natural Shad

FROGS...

Popping– Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill, Gold Gill

Walking– River2Sea Bully Wa 2: https://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Colors: Little Allen, TW Bluegill, Ghost

Heavy Cover– Savage Gear DC Walker: https://bit.ly/2VVjRVl

Colors: Olive Chartreuse, Shad, Gill

Finesse– Jackall Kaera: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: Glitter Hasu, Glitter Gill

BAIT MODIFICATIONS...

Rattles– Skirts Unlimited 20 Pack: https://bit.ly/3xro58S

Weight– Xzone Tungsten 1/8 oz: https://bit.ly/40NDHjT

FEATHERED HOOK UPGRADES...

•Owner Tournament Trailer: https://bit.ly/2dJH8V6

Size: 4, 2

•Gamakatsu Feathered Treble: https://bit.ly/2Ii4IXO

Size: 4, 2

UPGRADED TREBLES...

Stock Replacement- Gamakatsu Round Bend Treble: https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp

Size: 2, 4

Strong Hook– Owner 3X ST–56 Treble: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Size: 2, 4

Slick Coating– Hayabusa TBL 930 NRB Coated: https://bit.ly/3qBuXkB

Size: 2, 4

TIM'S MAIN TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Z Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7' Medium Regular

Reel– Daiwa Steez SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

TIM'S FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

BUDGET WALKING BAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7'2" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

The Best Topwater Lures For Spring And Summer Bass Fishing!

Don't let topwater confusion mess with your fishing! Here's everything you need to know to catch more topwater fish! With so many different styles of topwater it can be intimidating to choose the right lure. You've got different Frogs, Walking baits, poppers, whopper ploppers, buzz baits, wake baits, and we're just getting started! Want to simplify your topwater fishing? We've got you covered! 

Topwater is one of the most exciting ways to catch a bass! We spend the Winter dreaming of topwater strikes, just waiting for the conditions to get right. The time is now! Whether you already have a box full of topwater or you're just beginning to dabble, Tim has advice that will help you catch more fish. 

Below you'll find Links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've included some of Tim's favorite colors for each lure, as well as some awesome rod and reel combos to help you fish these topwater baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

WALKING BAITS...

•Evergreen Shower Blows 105: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Full Metal, Skeleton Chartreuse, Bone

•River2Sea Rover: https://bit.ly/2acSVea

Colors: Bone, Abalone Shad, Ghost Minnow

•Reaction Innovations Vixen: https://bit.ly/2rp11nr

Colors: Chrome, Ghost Herring, Bone

•Teckel Kicknocker: https://bit.ly/2nvxkoA

Colors: Chrome, Chart Shiner, Bone

STRAIGHT RETRIEVE BAITS…

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 110: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Bone, Loon, Munky Butt

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 130: https://bit.ly/2a7ipHL

Colors: Bone, Loon, TW Bluegill

•Savage Gear Prop Walker 100: https://bit.ly/3kwBFAa

Colors: American Shad, Bone, Dirty Silver

•ZMan HellRaizer: https://bit.ly/3P0vseM

Colors: Scaly Shad, Ghost Shad, Ghost Gill

BUZZBAITS...

•Megabass Jamaica Boa: https://bit.ly/3iofbiZ

Colors: Bluegill, Hasu, Ghost Smoke

•Big Bite Baits SuicideBuzz: https://bit.ly/3iDnLLi

Colors: Pearl Nickel, Pearly Shad Nickel

•GRatt Proper Buzz: https://bit.ly/40QLsW0

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Natural Shad

POPPERS...

•Megabass Pop Max: https://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Mat Shad, MB Gizzard

•Shimano World Pop: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Colors: N Smelt, T Smelt

FROGS...

•River2Sea Bully Wa: https://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Colors: Little Allen, Ghost, Yellow Head

•Snagproof Bobby's Perfect: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Colors: Grey Ghost, Hot Mess

•Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill, Gold Gill, White

SPECIALTY FROGS...

•Spro Flappin Frog: https://bit.ly/37ljzM8

Colors: Albino, Killer Gill

•Teckel Sprinker Frog: https://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

Colors: Bone, Pearl White

•Spro Bronzeye Blade: https://bit.ly/3MEGiGk

Colors: Albino, Killer Gill

•Jackall Kaera: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu

BAIT FINESSE BAITS...

•Shower Blows 77: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Neon Wakasagi, Black Bone

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

Colors: Natural Minnow, Shiner

•Jackall PikuPiku: https://bit.ly/399wl59

Colors: Lively Shad, Lively Wakasagi

WAKEBAIT...

•River2Sea Tactical Wake 210: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: Copper Carp, Hitch, Tactical Shad

BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 "Bait Finesse": https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

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

ALL AROUND TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Envy Black III 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/3KtYZhv

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

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

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

FALL TOPWATER FISHING: The BEST Baits For EVERY Situation!

Fall is topwater time! When it comes to catching bass in shallow water, every bass angler knows that topwater is king. The question isn't if you should throw topwater, its which topwater you should throw next. Today we're breaking down the different styles of topwater, what they're for, and how to use them this Fall. 

From poppers to walking baits, buzz baits to wake baits, Tim is explaining what each style of bait is for. In addition to the baits themselves he also gives key color recommendations so you can fish with confidence. 

Below you'll find links to our favorite baits, favorite colors, as well as the gear we use to fish them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TIM'S PERSONAL TOPWATER LINE UP RIGHT NOW...

•R2S Whopper Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Color: Loon

•Evergreen Shower Blows 105: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Full Metal

•River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea

Color: Funky Tiger

•River2Sea Bully Wa 2 Frog: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Color: Little Allen

•Evergreen Shower Blows 77.7: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Black Bone, Neon Wakasagi

•R2S Tactical Wake 210: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Color: Tactical Shad

WALKING BAITS...

•River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea

Color: Funky Tiger, Sooner, Chrome Black

•Reaction Innovations Vixen: http://bit.ly/2rp11nr

Color: Chartreuse Shiner, Lush, Ghost Herring

•Heddon Super Spook: http://bit.ly/2diThgH

Color: Okie Shad, TW Okie Bone, Bone

•Lucky Craft GunFish 117: https://bit.ly/3vy7Pln

Color: Bone Shad, BP Golden Shiner

FINESSE WALKING BAITS...

•Evergreen Shower Blows 105: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Full Metal

•Teckell Kicknocker: http://bit.ly/2nvxkoA

Color: Bone, Chrome

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

Color: Brown Trout, Ivory Chartreuse, Natural Minnow

 •Jackall PikuPiku 78: https://bit.ly/399wl59

Color: Glitter Secret Bait, lively Shad

STRAIGHT RETRIEVE BAITS...

•D&M Double Hammer Buzz: http://bit.ly/29W2t9z

Colors: White Shad, Night Stalker

•Whopper plopper 90 or 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Chrome Black, Bone, Munky Butt

SMALL WAKEBAITS...

•Jackall Mikey Jr: https://bit.ly/3r3L1If

Color: Aurora Black, Ghost Minnow

•Megabass I jack: https://bit.ly/3PuBqEt

Color: Kossori Shad, Kisyu Ayu, Cosmic Shad

FRONT RUNNER...

•PH Customs Phront Runner: https://bit.ly/3wJIdkH

Color: Foil Black, Pearl Bone, Sexy Shad

POPPERS...

•Shimano World Pop: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Colors: N Smelt, T Smelt

•Megabass Pop Max: http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Mat Shad, Megabass Sexy Shad

•Megabass Pop X: https://bit.ly/3i9T3sg

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, M Wakasagi

FROGS...

•River2Sea Bully Wa 2 Frog: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Colors: Little Allen, Ghost

•Teckel Sprinker: http://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

Colors: Bone, Hologram Bone

•Spro Poppin Bronzeye 60: http://bit.ly/2HsyqIJ

Colors: Misty Shad, Nasty Shad

•Jackall Gavacho: http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Black Gill, Lime Frog, White

•Jackall Kaera: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: White, Green Frog, Glitter Hasu

•Zoom Horny Toad: http://bit.ly/2aY5lBt

Colors: Grey Ghost, White, Bull Frog

WAKEBAIT...

•R2S Tactical 210 Wake: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: Copper Carp, SC Minnow, Chrome Gill

TIM'S TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Z-Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 100: https://bit.ly/3KmzgFJ

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

FAVORITE FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'3" XH: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

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

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (30 lb): http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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