How To Catch Bass During The Spawn! (Underwater Footage Of Bass Behavior)

Finally! Some REAL information about bass fishing during the spawn! Fishing this time of year isn't about chartreuse grubs and white jigs! Come along for a deeper dive into the world of bass fishing this time of year. From fish care, to bass behavior, to unique baits that help catch fish both on and off their beds, there is a whole world of information waiting for you!

Whether you enjoy sight fishing or not, you're fishing around spawning fish in the Spring. Understanding their mannerisms will help you adjust and catch fish. Today Tim breaks down a variety of misunderstood concepts. He focuses in on effective boat positioning, sunglass lense colors, bait selection and color, just to name a few!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, along with some great rod and reel combos to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


FAST MOVING BAIT...

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

Colors: Hot Snakes, Bama Bream


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

Colors: TW Sunfish Magic, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse


SUNGLASSES...

•Eye Surrender Tactical Bassin Sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl


Best Lenses By Water Color...

Clear Water: Amber

Tanic, Pollen, Sediment Water: Copper

High Sun Daily Wear: Green or Grey


CLOTHING...

•Aftco Adapt Sun Mask Hoodie: https://bit.ly/44hMz6d

Color: Niagara Mist Acid Camo


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


•Aftco All Day Pant: https://bit.ly/3Yqatsz


DROPSHOT WORMS...

•MissileBaits 4" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Blueback Secret, Watermelon Violet


•Big Bite Scentsation CliffHanger Worm: https://bit.ly/3XSQO4q

Colors: Tilapia, Natural Magic


•ZMan Trick Shotz: https://bit.ly/2TqJwAR

Color: TW Bluegill, The Deal


•Xzone Stealth Minnow: https://bit.ly/3yAOQfo

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Bass Candy


DROPSHOT TERMINAL...

•Owner Mosquito Light: https://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Size: 2


•Xzone Tungsten Weight: https://bit.ly/3HgdcMM

Size: 3/8 oz


•Tim's SPRO Terminal Box: https://bit.ly/3L9Y03F

Size: X Large


JIGS AND TRAILERS...

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

Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue, Tilapia


•Keitech Tungsten Football: https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Color: Green Pump Blue, Green pump Chart

•MissileBaits Micro DBomb: https://bit.ly/4diuUwv

Color: Magic Craw Swirl, Super Bug


BLUEGILL SWIMBAITS...

•Savage Gear RTF Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH

Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Gill


•Megabass Sleeper Gill: https://bit.ly/3HPvgMT

Colors: Gill, Gillkko


EXCELLENT DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7' Light Fast: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Vanford FA 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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


BUDGET DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Medium Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500D: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Line– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


EXCELLENT JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'4" Heavy Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


BUDGET JIG 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 12 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

GIANT BASS WITHOUT ELECTRONICS!! ( These Overlooked Baits Work All Spring! )

Giant Bass Without Electronics! Come along for an insane day on the water! Matt dials in an incredible bite, catching multiple giant bass on a topwater frog! Enjoy the show, but also listen to the details of his mindset, how he breaks down water, and why he’s making adjustments throughout the day.

Whether you have the nicest boat, motor, and electronics, or you’re walking the bank, you can catch big bass! It’s all about the mindset you come into it with, and how much adapting you’re willing to do. Matt covered miles of shoreline with a frog, and it was worth it! Also make note of that Bomba. That unique presentation is a great way to get bit when nothing else is working!

Below you’ll find links to all the baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We’ve included the exact colors for the baits, as well as Matt’s rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


THE FROGS…

•Spro Bronzeye 65 Frog: https://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Color: Navy Seal


•Spro Bronzeye 70 Poppin Frog: https://bit.ly/3iVW03I

Color: Navy Seal


THE GRAVITY BAIT…

•MissileBaits Bomba: https://bit.ly/44bZRNZ

Color: Super Bug

•Gamakatsu Wide Gap Superline Hook: https://bit.ly/3AmFDnK

Size: 3/0


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): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ


BOMBA COMBO…

Rod– Dobyns Champion Extreme HP 7’4” Heavy: https://bit.ly/2ab2kRX

Model: 744

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


BUDGET FROG COMBO…

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7’5” Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel– Shimano SLX 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

The Best Bait Finesse (BFS) Tricks For Spring Bass Fishing!

Finesse Fishing is sweeping bass fishing again! If you haven't experienced ultra finesse, in the form of BFS, now is the time! In today's video we're covering some of our favorite ways to use BFS gear effectively. From our favorite BFS baits, to rod, reels, and tackle, these ultralight presentations will make your fishing experience more fun!

If you're not familiar with BFS, anything you've done with a spinning rod can now be done with a bait caster. Plus, it's a lot of fun! BFS has been around for decades but has exploded into the US Market in the last few years. Even if you prefer spinning tackle, you can benefit from the new baits being designed for this category, so don't sleep on the BFS category!

Below you'll find links to the rods, reels, and baits discussed in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


MEGABASS KARASHI...

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

Colors: HT Ito Wakasagi, Kasumi Ito KS, HT Setsuki Chiayu


DEDICATED KARASHI VIDEO...

•How To Fish The Karashi: https://youtu.be/R4oTU0CmJ-8


MICRO UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/8 oz


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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


•Keitech 2.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


CRANKBAIT...

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

Colors: Phantom Green Craw, Mat Craw 2, Crack Sand


WACKY RIG...

•Yamamoto 5" Thin Senko: https://bit.ly/43d1Tgn

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Baby Bass, Watermelon Red


•VMC Crossover Rings: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

Size: 5


•Hayabusa Wacky Hook: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1


NED RIG CRAWS...

•ZMan TRD CrawZ: https://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Orange


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

Colors: Brown Pumpkin Special, GP Orange Lam


•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Blue


•ZMan Ned Lockz EWG: https://bit.ly/3OWdp9W

Size: 1/15 oz


MICRO TEXAS RIG...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Colors: Green Pumpkin/Black Blue, Green Pumpkin Blue


•Owner Rig N Hook: https://bit.ly/2BnniXN

Size: 1/0


•VMC Tungsten Worm Weight: https://bit.ly/3Vo2dbo

Size: 1/16 oz


THE KARASHI COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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


ALL AROUND COMBO...

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

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

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


ULTRALIGHT COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Sierra 7'0" (700): https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

Model: 7' Light Extra Fast

Reel– Daiwa Tatula BF70 BFS: https://bit.ly/4b7UbYM

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


HIGH END COMBO...

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

Size: 6'3" Ultralight

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

Line– Seaguar PEX8 JDM Braid (18 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

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


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Spring Spinnerbait Fishing! Everything You Need To know + Underwater Footage!

Spinnerbaits catch a ton of bass in Spring, but you need to know the tricks! From prespawn to shad spawn, there is a place for a spinnerbait if you know how to adapt. Different blade combinations, colors, and trailers all play a huge factor in your catch rate. This is everything you need to know!

Spinnerbaits are a HUGE category! They come in a variety of sizes, blade shapes, colors, and configurations. Most anglers have a favorite bait or two and hope for the best. Today we're going to show you how to adapt your spinnerbaits to changing conditions throughout the Spring so you can catch more fish!

Below you'll find links to our confidence spinnerbaits. These are the baits we personally rely on to catch fish. We've also included our favorite spinnerbait combos for fishing these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

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

Color: Ayu and Wakasagi


SPINNERBAIT STORAGE...

•Buzbe Fast Flatz: https://bit.ly/3Tu2yac

Size: Half Large


FINESSE SPINNERBAITS...

•Megabass SV–3: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Ayu, Wakasagi, Hasu, Gill


•War Eagle Screamin Eagle: https://bit.ly/2IEHHjA

Color: Mouse, Blue Shad, Silver Shiner


•Damiki TOT Type 1 (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/368VED0

Color: Sharp Belly, Snow Shad, Smelt Shad


•War Eagle Finesse: https://bit.ly/4246JxU

Color: Spot Remover, Sexxy Mouse, Shimmer Blue


FULL SIZE SPINNERBAITS...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3OyxKDD

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Magic Shad


•Nichols Pulsator Glitter Blades: https://bit.ly/2Sttxpc

Dark Colors: JT's Best Color Ever

Light Colors: Bombshell Shad, Clent's Shad Spawn


•Nichols Hammered Shattered Glass: https://bit.ly/3udIU7d

Colors: Green Crystal, Blue Shad


MURKY WATER SPINNERBAITS...

•War Eagle Painted Double Willow: https://bit.ly/2GOfpOF

Colors: Coleslaw, White/Chart


•War Eagle Painted Screamin Eagle: https://bit.ly/4hR9998

Colors: Coleslaw


•Nichols Pulsator Red Blades: https://bit.ly/2Sttxpc

Colors: Red Pepper, Red Shad


•Nichols Pulsator Hoosier Series: https://bit.ly/3sUKJEd

Colors: Coleslaw, Snow, Citrus Shad


SPINNERBAIT TRAILER HOOKS...

•Gamakatsu G Power Stinger: https://bit.ly/3jdoaWN

Sizes: 2, 1/0


•Gamakatsu SP Trailer Hook: https://bit.ly/2IGCfg1

Size: 2/0, 3/0


SWIMBAIT TRAILERS...

•Keitech 4.3 Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


•Damiki Armor Shad 4": http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Colors: RP Blue Pearl, PB Silver


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

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad


MATT'S SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

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

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

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


MID PRICED SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


BUDGET SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'1" Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

Reel– Seviin GF Series (7:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Line– Seaguar Red Label (17 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz