Cold Winter Bass Fishing: Tubes, Jigs, and Mega Live Sonar

Its another cold, Winter day on the water! Our hands are frozen, the fish are cold, but the bite is on! Between catches Tim shows his Humminbird Mega Live unit where you can actually see bass swimming through the baitfish in front of the boat! Come along for an educational day on the water and watch as the guys use a jig and a tube to catch big bass during brutal conditions. 

We regularly talk about how we prefer to power fish through the Winter months. Once in a while, the fish just won't cooperate. This is one of those days. The fish are on bottom, around cover, and won't chase at all. Luckily the guys are ready with a finesse football jig and a heavy tube to fool these lethargic bass into biting. They don't get a lot of bites, but the ones they get are really nice fish!

Below you'll find links to the baits, gear, and electronics the guys were using. We've included our favorite sizes and colors where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TIM'S TUBE...

Bait- Big Bite Baits Tour Tube: http://bit.ly/32e23VR

Color: Green Pumpkin Orange Firetail

Head- Bite Me Tackle Big Dude: http://bit.ly/2CV3o7S

Size: 3/4 oz

JARRED'S JIG... 

Bait- D&L 3/4 oz Wire Guard Football: https://bit.ly/3eYbnWa

Color: Cali 420

Trailer- Yamamoto 5" Double Tail: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

LURE KNOCKERS... 

-StrikeZone Pocket Knocker: http://bit.ly/2csyRVT

-StrikeZone Magnum Pocket Knocker: https://bit.ly/3xPivLl

HUMMINBIRD MEGA LIVE...

-Mega Live: https://bit.ly/2VXoaC7

TIM'S ELECTRONICS... 

-Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

-Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

JARRED'S JIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado 200K (XG): http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Line- Seaguar Red Label 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

TIM'S TUBE COMBO...

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 844C MBR: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line- Sunline Super FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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Winter Jig Fishing Tips And Tricks!

Snow and ice won't stop us from catching fish! Come along as the guys hit the water on Dale Hollow in search of a Winter jig bite. They use a two-pronged approach throwing both a traditional football jig, and a Hula Grub in the cold January waters and it doesn't take long before big bass start coming into the boat!

Winter is a great time to throw a jig. The larger crawfish profile dragged slowly along bottom is often more than a lethargic Winter bass can resist. Similar to a swimbait, the jig creates a slow moving, oversized meal that requires little energy to eat and tends to catch bigger than average fish. Notice that Tim's first several fish were big bass, despite the brutal cold conditions. When the water temperatures plunge and the fish don't seem to want to feed, switching from a traditional football jig to a "Hula Grub" style jig will often get more bites as well. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear used in the video. We've included our preferred sizes, colors, and rod models for each presentation. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TIM'S JIGS... 

Bait- Yamamoto 5" Hula Grub: http://bit.ly/2d7SpgG

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple Copper, Green Pumpkin Large Red Flake

Head- Dobyns 1/2 oz Football: https://bit.ly/3H8KY44

Bait- Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Skirted Football: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Color: Canterbury Craw

Trailer- Yamamoto 5" Double Tail: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple Copper

JARRED'S JIG... 

Bait- D&L 3/4 oz Wire Guard Football: https://bit.ly/3eYbnWa

Color: Cali 420

Trailer- Yamamoto 5" Double Tail: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

TIM'S HULA GRUB COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Xtreme 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line- Sunline Super FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TIM'S JIG COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 894C JWR: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line- Sunline Super FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

JARRED'S JIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado 200K (XG): http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Line- Seaguar Red Label 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

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... 

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Cold Water Jig Trick When Bass Won't Bite!

Some days the fish don't want to cooperate, that's when this trick works! With snow and freezing rain coming, Tim couldn't get bit on any of his power fishing techniques. He dropped down to a jig and they wouldn't eat that either! When he made a subtle switch to a cold water trick that is often forgotten, the fish started coming in the boat!

The Hula Grub is a bait that most anglers have forgotten. Its a highland reservoir secret when bass don't want to bite but it can work on any lake in the country. Something about its subtle kicking action triggers cold water fish into biting. If you're struggling to get bit on the jig, even a finesse jig, you should give a Hula Grub a try. Its an inexpensive alternative to jig fishing and it gets bit all Winter long!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, heads, and gear Tim was using in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

HULA GRUB... 

Bait- Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Hula Grub: http://bit.ly/2d7SpgG

Tim's Color: Green Pumpkin Large Red Flake

Great Colors: Smoke Black Purple, Mowed Grass, Green Pump Blk Flake

FOOTBALL HEADS... 

Tungsten- Swagger Football Head (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3msaQ2O

Lead- Dobyns Football Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3H8KY44

TRADITIONAL WINTER JIGS... 

FINESSE- Dirty Jigs Finesse Football: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Colors: Go To, Supermatt Brown

Trailer- Yamamoto Double Tail 5" Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Green Pump Purp Cop, Cinnamon Blk Purp

LIVING RUBBER- Bass Patrol Football: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Colors: Brown/Orange, Brown/Purple

Trailer- Yamamoto Double Tail 5" Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Cinnamon Blk Purp, Smoke Blk Purple

MICRO- Keitech Tungsten Football: http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Brown Purple

Trailer- Z Man TRD CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Canada Craw, MudBug

TIM'S RAIN SUIT... 

Jacket- Aftco Barricade (Green Camo): https://bit.ly/3eiR0mb

Bibs- Aftco Barricade (Green Camo): https://bit.ly/3swFjRi

TIM'S HULA GRUB COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 854C: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line- Sunline Super FC 14 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET HULA GRUB COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Sunline Fluorocarbon 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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... 

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BUYER'S GUIDE: JIGS AND JIG TRAILERS ( FLIPPING TO FINESSE )

Our buyer's guide series continues with this in-depth look at jig fishing. From swim jigs to flipping jigs, from football to finesse, we're covering the best jigs, trailers, and colors for every situation! Come along as we explore the different styles, what they're for, and how to choose the best options for your lake. 

You don't need to feel overwhelmed about jig fishing. Choosing the right bait for the job is actually quite simple. Listen to our descriptions of each jig and only try the baits that best apply to you. We're keeping our trailers even simpler with just 1 or 2 recommendations for each style. Whether you're fishing thick vegetation in Florida or crystal clear water on the Great Lakes, we've got you covered with this buyer's guide. 

Below you'll find links to all the jigs, trailers, and rods in the order they appear in the video. We've included our favorite weight and colors for each to take even more of the guess work out. Whether you're watching this video for yourself, or to help you shop for a loved one, the links below will help you find the different options easily. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SWIM JIGS... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs California Swim Jig (3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Colors: Crappie, Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream

Trailer- River2Sea D Walker 120: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

Colors: PB Red, Shamrock Shad, Silver Side

Jig- Dirty Jigs Swim Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Colors: Black and Blue, Bluegill, Tactical Shad

Trailer- Gambler EZ Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Colors: Electric One, Silver Shadow, Killer G

FLIPPING JIG... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs No-Jack Flipping (3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Hematoma, Blackend Blue, The Go To

Trailer- Reaction Innovations Kinky Beaver: http://bit.ly/2XQ1kJ1

Colors: Penetration, Tramp Stamp, Magic Craw Swirl

PITCHING JIGS... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: Brown Craw, Green pumpkin Craw, The Go To

Trailer- Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Magic Craw Swirl, Tramp Stamp

Jig- Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Colors: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw, Molting Craw

Trailer- Netbait Paca Slim 4": http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Green Pumpkin

FOOTBALL JIGS... 

Jig- Bass Patrol Living Rubber Football (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Colors: Brown Green Pump, Brown Orange, Brown Purple

Trailer- Yamamoto 5" Double Tail: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Cinn black purp, Green Pump Purple

Jig- Dirty Jigs Finesse Football (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Colors: The Go To, Supermatt Brown, Molting Craw

Trailer- Big Bite Baits Double Tail: http://bit.ly/2qS1YtE

Colors: Tilapia

FINESSE JIG... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig (5/16 oz): http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Colors: Alabama Craw, Canterbury Craw, The Go To

Trailer- Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

MICRO JIGS... 

Jig- Keitech Tungsten Football (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Brown Purple, Green Pumpkin Black

Trailer- Netbait Tiny Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

Jig- Jewel Baits Pee Wee Football (5/16 oz): https://bit.ly/2IkGi20

Color: First Down, Hail Mary, PB&J

Trailer- Z Man TRD BugZ: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Canada Craw, MudBug, Green Pumpkin

Jig- Nishine Lures Finesse Football (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3gIKmrz

Color: Copper Craw, Watermelon Candy

Trailer- Z Man TRD CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Colors: Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin

PITCHING/FLIPPING COMBO... 

Rod- Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

FOOTBALL JIGS... 

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

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

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

BUDGET JIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'5" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Sunline Fluorocarbon 17 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

MICRO JIGS... 

Rod- Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line- Sunline Super FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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