Don't Make This TINY Mistake! (Bait Finesse Tricks For Fall Transition Bass Fishing)

Have you tried this trick to catch more bass during the Summer to Fall Transition? Downsizing your bait works! As water temperatures begin to cool, bass target juvenile baitfish for an easy meal. Don't get left behind on the easiest bite this season!

If you understand where this is happening and which baits to throw, the early Fall transition gets a lot easier! Most anglers fail to realize what's happening and get frustrated as they watch bass feed, while their lures get ignored. SIZE IS KEY! The smaller the bait, the better the match to what the bass are actually eating!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment we discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each, as well as the specifics on our favorite bait finesse rod and reel combos in different price ranges.


KARASHI...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: Kasumi Ito KS, HT Setsuki Chiayu


CRANKBAITS...

•Megabass Griffin MR–X BFS: https://bit.ly/47of55j

Colors: Mat Shad, GP Kawamatsu


•Megabass Griffin SR–X BFS: https://bit.ly/3qOyDj6

Colors: Mat Shad, MB Gizzard


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

Colors: Ghost Shad, Sleeper Shad


BLADED BAITS...

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

Size: 1/8 oz

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


•Duo Realis Spinbait 70 (1/4 oz): https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Green Smelt, Ghost Wakasagi


•Duo Realis Heartbee 75SS: https://bit.ly/3WCAkNA

Colors: HM Oikawa, LG Wakasagi


TOPWATER...

•Megabass Dog X Jr Coayu BFS: https://bit.ly/475zcoD

Colors: Bahama Milk Pearl, Mat Shad


•Megabass Baby Pop X: https://bit.ly/3QgjPDY

Colors: MG Sexy Stream, Mat Shad


•Damiki Umpa 40 Popper: https://bit.ly/42XSQkD

Colors: Real Shad, Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad


•Shimano BT Bait 99F: https://bit.ly/3YruSyo

Colors: Ghost Smelt, Gizzard Shad


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

Colors: Glitter Secret Bait, Lively Wakasagi


JERKBAITS...

•Duo Realis Rozante 63SP: https://bit.ly/3EFMLOY

Colors: All Bait, Ghost Minnow


•Duo Realis Rozante 57MR: https://bit.ly/3YurtNa

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Ghost Wakasagi


•Megabass X 80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Colors: GP Invisible Wakasagi, GG Shad


•Megabass Shading X R62: https://bit.ly/3LTQUlD

Colors: GG Tennessee Shad, LZ Wakasagi


BAIT FINESSE STORAGE...

•Buzbe Colony 15 Modular Storage: https://bit.ly/3sr7aVn

•Plano Edge 3700 Thin: https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL


MATT'S KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


HIGH END BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 6'3" Ultra Light Slow: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Pop X Stick

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


MID PRICED BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Super Slick V2 (10 lb) Braid: https://bit.ly/3vSwa6Z


BUDGET BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 6'10" Med Light BF: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


HOOK UPGRADES...

•Owner ST–26 Treble Hooks: https://bit.ly/3URHlrP

Main Sizes: 8, 10, 14


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

Size: 1


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

Summer Bass Fishing: Crankbait VS Underspin!

Come along for an amazing day of Summer Bass Fishing! Matt finds multiple schools of fish with crankbaits and underspins, then hooks an absolute GIANT that tests the limits of an ultralight BFS rod! From Bait Finesse to deep diving crankbaits, this is a great day on the water!

This time of year there are so many great ways to catch bass. If you look at the front deck of Matt's boat, you'll notice he starts out with 12 different rods so he can adapt to changing conditions. However, it doesn't take long to realize the underspin swimbait and deep diving crankbaits will be the main fish catchers all day long.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We've included the exact colors, sizes, hook upgrades for the baits, and even the apparel he used to hide from the blistering sun. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


AFTCO APPAREL...

•Aftco Tactical Camo Performance Hood: https://bit.ly/41iA9XD


•Aftco SolPro Glove: https://bit.ly/2X38BWs


•Aftco Bass Sun Mask: https://bit.ly/2JcA8xi


•Aftco Deck Sandal: https://bit.ly/4bczxa7


UNDERSPINS...

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

Sizes: 1/4 oz, 1/8 oz


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

Color: Albino


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

Color: Tennessee Shad


CRANKBAITS...

•Azuma Z Boss 22 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Color: Grand Shad


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

Color: Metallic Shad


SHAKEY HEAD WORM...

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

Color: Plum


•Missile Baits Warlock Head: https://bit.ly/4bg8DyC

Size: 1/4 oz


TOPWATER...

•Duo Realis Pencil 100: https://bit.ly/3RyEZgz

Color: Ghost Minnow


COMPACT JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin Jig: https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Color: Canterbury Craw


•Xzone 3.25" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Color: Green Pumpkin Black


HIGH END UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 892S JWR: https://bit.ly/49kagJX

Model: 7'5" Medium

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

Line– Sufix 832 Sunrise Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


CASHION ULTRALIGHT BFS COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 6'8" Ultralight: https://bit.ly/4aurFAO

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

Line– Sufix 832 Sunrise Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


ABU GARCIA BFS COMBO...

Rod– Abu Garcia Zenon BFS 7'1" ML: https://bit.ly/49WVp8U

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


DEEP CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX PRO 968 CBR: https://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Model: 8' Heavy Crankbait

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

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

ICAST Gear Review: Best New Rods And Reels Of 2024!

Come check out our favorite new rods and reels from ICAST 2024! From casting reels to spinning reels, bait finesse to power fishing, the show was packed with awesome new gear! It didn't take us long to wade through the noise and find the gems from the show. You've got to check these out!

This year's ICAST event was packed with awesome new gear! So much so that we've had to break this gear review into multiple videos! Today we're covering rods and reels from budget friendly offerings, to enthusiast tackle. If you missed the show and want to know what the real gems were, we've got you covered!

Below you'll find links to the rods and reels discussed in the video. We've included all our favorite reel speeds and rod models to help you find the best options for you. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


If you missed yesterday's bait segment, you missed out, see it here:

•Bait And Tackle Review: https://youtu.be/i7ktZDzKdJI


SPINNING REEL...

•Shimano Vanford FA: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Favorite Sizes: 2500, 3000


CASTING REELS...

•Shimano SLX XT: https://bit.ly/3YgnWE8

Favorite Speed: 7:1 (HG)


•Daiwa Tatula SV TW 150: https://bit.ly/3yiO3zJ

Favorite Speed: 7.3:1 (H)


•Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3


•Seviin GSC 150: https://bit.ly/3WptV6W

Favorite Speed: 7.3:1


SHIMANO RODS...

•Shimano Poison Adrena Spinning: https://bit.ly/4c0fQmq

Favorite Models: 6'10" Medium+


•Shimano Poison Adrena Casting: https://bit.ly/4cVIwOI

Favorite Models: 6'10" Medium, 7' Medium Heavy Fast

JDM Models: 7'4" Heavy Regular, 7'2" Heavy Fast


•Shimano Poison Adrena BFS: https://bit.ly/3WE4yQ3

Favorite Model: 6'10" Light


CASHION RODS...

•Cashion 6'8" Ultralight TW Exclusive: https://bit.ly/4aurFAO


•Cashion Icon BF Series: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

New Models: 7'2" Medium Light, 7'6" Light


ST. CROIX RODS...

•St. Croix Black Bass Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

Models: 7'4" Heavy Fast, 7'2" MHM, 7'3" MH Fast


•St. Croix Black Bass Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/4diwkqT

Models: 6'8" Medium X Fast, 7'3" Medium Light XFast


DAIWA RODS...

•Daiwa Tatula XT Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3LFqEeH

Model: 6'5" Light Fast


•Daiwa Ardito Jitte Travel Rod: https://bit.ly/4dmTsVn

Model: 6'7" Medium Regular


•Daiwa Presso Trout Rod: (Not Yet Available For Pre Order)

Model: 5'10" Ultralight Casting


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

RAW BASS FISHING! Serious Fish Catching And Finesse Fishing Knowledge!

Have you ever caught this many bass, this quickly?! Tim is headed out for an afternoon on the lake and he's bringing you along for the fun! It takes him no time to find some giant schools of aggressive bass and the catching ensues! Listen closely as he talks through his mindset, his approach, and the specifics of the baits he's using.

This day is all about finesse. Tim is focused on swimbaits, spy baits, hair jigs, and tubes, to keep the fish biting. Consistently cycling through baits is key to keeping the schools of fish active. They're on isolated areas in open water, specifically chunk rock and rock to sand transitions, so these fish would be easily overlooked by an angler who was simply fishing the bank.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment Tim used throughout the day. From the specific colors, to the rigging components, to the rod and reel combos, we've linked it all. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

•Megabass 3" Spark shad: https://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Color: Real


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

Size: 1/4 oz, 1/0 Hook


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

Reel– Daiwa PX BF70 BFS: https://bit.ly/3y0fWw0

Line– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


FINESSE TUBE...

•Great Lake Finesse Juvy Craw: https://bit.ly/4aCo9UC

Color: green pumpkin


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

Size: 1/4 oz, 1/0 Hook


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

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

Line– Seaguar AbrazX (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2aaBBDX


SPY BAIT...

•Duo Realis Spinbait 80: https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Size: 1/4 oz

Color: Shiner


Rod– Cashion Icon 6'8" Ultra Light: https://bit.ly/4aurFAO

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

Line– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


JERKBAIT...

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Color: Northern Secret


Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Oneten Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 6'5" Medium Slow

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

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


NED RIG...

•Great Lakes Finesse Snack Craw: https://bit.ly/4b8aeHo

Color: Green Pumpkin


•BKK Silent Chaser Head: https://bit.ly/3ZvTJ2g

Size: 1/4 oz, 1/0 Hook


Rod– Daiwa Steez AGS Spinning: https://bit.ly/44wVwFk

Model: 7’6” Medium Light

Reel– Daiwa Exist 3000–XH: https://bit.ly/453vyds

Line– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


HAIR JIG...

•Andy's Maribou Pro Series: https://bit.ly/3uYqDsw

Color: Black


•Outkast Tackle Feider Fly: https://bit.ly/2G7TBwj

Color: Black


Rod– Fenwick World Class: https://bit.ly/4bX4gZK

Model: 7'6" Medium Light Extra Fast

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (5 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…

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