Night Fishing Tricks For Summer Bass!

BIG BASS BITE AT NIGHT! If you aren't night fishing in Summer, you're missing a huge opportunity to catch monster fish! When Summer heat gets unbearable, turn to the dark for an opportunity at big bites without the sweltering heat. Here are some tips that break the night fishing mold, to help you catch more fish. 

We've all heard the same things about night fishing. Traditional knowledge like "Fish big worms", "don't forget the rattle", "you have to use a Colorado blade" are constantly passed around like fact. The truth is, night fishing is very similar to fishing in the day. Whites, browns, chartreuses, are all viable color options when night fishing, you just need to figure out what your fish prefer. As a rule of thumb we've found that darker colors work on darker nights (new moon) and brown, white, and chartreuse work better on right nights (full moon). 

Below you'll find links to some of our favorite night fishing baits and gear. We've included our favorite colors for each, as well as the hooks and weights we use, where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


FAVORITE JIG... 

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

Color: Black and Blue, Hematoma, Molting Craw

Trailer- R.I. Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Color: Blank Check, Hematoma, Delicious


FAVORITE WORM... 

Worm- Netbait 11" C-Mac: https://bit.ly/2OxtIzR

Color: Junebug, Black Blue Flake

Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap (5/0): http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Weight- Swagger Tungsten "Vader" Flippin (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

Peg- VMC Sinker Stops (Medium): https://bit.ly/38XLQd4


WORMS... 

-Netbait C-Mac: https://bit.ly/2OxtIzR

Color: Junebug, Black Blue Flake


-Zoom Ol' Monster: http://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Colors: Black Emerald, Blueberry, Candy Bug


-Berkley 10" Power Worm: http://bit.ly/2cxomPX

Colors: Black, Black Blue Fleck


-Berkley 12" Power Worm: http://bit.ly/2Xj2IHm

Colors: Black, Black Blue Fleck


TOPWATER... 

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

Colors: SC Minnow, Tactical Shad


-PB Rat Single Joint 2-Piece: https://bit.ly/2OKJZBH

Colors: White Black, Brown Black, Black


SWIMBAIT...

-Bacca 6" Burrito: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Pearl White, Unicorn Poop, Threadfin Shad


SWIM JIG... 

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

Colors: Alabama Bream, Crappie, Gizzard Shad

Trailer- Gambler Big EZ: https://bit.ly/3axLYRV

Colors: Phantom, New Shad, Gold Rush


CHATTERBAIT...

Bait- Zman Evergreen JackHammer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Black Blue, Bruised Green Pumpkin, Green Shad

Trailer- Hog Farmer Spunk Shad (5.5): http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Hematoma, Blizzard Gizzard


SPINNERBAIT... 

Bait- Damiki TOT Type 1 (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/368VED0

Colors: Bluegill, Luxury Gold, Pearl White Plus 

Trailer- Keitech Swing Impact Fat (4.3): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v 

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Gizzard Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


CRANKBAIT... 

Bait- Rapala DT 20: http://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Citrus Shad, Helsinki Shad, Big Shad


FAVORITE BIG WORM/BIG JIG COMBO... 

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

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

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


BUDGET SWIMBAIT/WAKEBAIT COMBO...

Rod- Savage Gear Squad 8' Heavy: https://bit.ly/3tT8bS2

Reel- 13 Fishing Concept A3: https://bit.ly/3GLddq8

Line- Power Pro Braid (65 lb): http://bit.ly/2aFg46b


BUDGET ALL-AROUND COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Power Pro Braid (65 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

Night Fishing Tips That Matter! ( Beginner AND Advanced )

Get out of the heat and catch bigger bass! Summer night fishing is so much fun! If you're tired of getting beat up by the sun and grinding it out in the heat, it might be time for you to hit the lake in the dark. Today we're covering everything from the basics on equipment to advanced tricks to get bites in every moon phase. 

Once you're used to the darkness, night fishing is easier than fishing in the day. Most nights the fishing is very good, though it will take some time to learn the fine details. If you want to be consistent, we've got some tips that will save you years of trial of error. We're covering everything from which moon phase for different water clarities, to how much weight you should use to stay connected to your jig in the dark. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits we discussed in the video. We've included our favorite weights, favorite colors, rigging components, and some of the gear we use to consistently catch fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

BIG WORMS... 

-Zoom Ol' Monster 10" Worm: http://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Colors: Junebug Red, Candy Bug, Black Emerald


-Netbait C-Mac 11" and 15" Worm: https://bit.ly/2OxtIzR

Colors: Junebug, Black Blue Flake, Green Pumpkin


WORM RIGGING... 

Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap 5/0: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Weight- Swagger Vader Tungsten (1/2 - 1 oz): https://bit.ly/3c28mks

Weight Stop- VMC Sinker Stops: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4


JIG... 

-Dirty Jigs No-Jack Flippin' (1/2 - 3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Molting Craw, Pay Day, Go To


JIG TRAILERS... 

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

Colors: Hematoma, Tramp Stamp


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

Colors: Black Blue Flk, Green Pumpkin

SWIM JIG/TRAILER... 

-California Swim Jig (1/2 - 3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Colors: Citrus Shad, Crappie, Tactical Shad, Bluegill

-Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Chartreuse Back Pearl, French Pearl, Green Pumpkin


SPINNERBAITS... 

-Blade Runner Double Willow: http://bit.ly/2ShreWf

Colors: Pearl, Chart Shad, Delta Craw


-Terminator P-1 Pro Painted Blades: https://bit.ly/36B34vN

Colors: Nashville Sexy, Silver Shiner


-War Eagle Painted Blade 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2GOfpOF

Color: Coleslaw


CHATTERBAIT... 

-Evergreen JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Bruised Green Pumpkin, Green Shad, White

Trailer- Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 5.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Albino, Electric Blue, Green Pumpkin Magic


DEEP DIVING CRANKBAIT... 

-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Chart Blue Back Splatterback, Orange Bream, Blue Gizzard


-Norman DD22: http://bit.ly/2LKB37w

Colors: Chili Bowl, Chart/Blue, Lavender Shad


TOPWATER…

-Whopper Plopper 130: http://bit.ly/2a7ipHL

Colors: Loon, Bone


-Jackall Pompadour: https://bit.ly/3hxLgHK

Colors: Yellow Frog, Black, Bone


-Megabass I-Wing 135: https://bit.ly/3wvab2U

Colors: Rat Walker, White Python


-Bucca Bull Shad Wake: http://bit.ly/2yceVRt

Colors: Bone, Gizzard Shad


-PB Rat 2-Piece: https://bit.ly/2OKJZBH

Colors: Black, White Black


FAVORITE NIGHT FISHING COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL B (HG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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


"BANG FOR THE BUCK" NIGHT FISHING COMBO... 

Rod- Dobyns Fury 7'3" Mag Heavy (736): http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

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

Line- Power Pro 65 lb Braid: 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

Summer Night Fishing: Everything You Need To Know To Catch Bass At Night!

Night fishing is worth it and you should give it! The dog days of Summer can be brutal but Summer nights are magical and packed with aggressive fish! Just like fishing in the day, there are some tricks to constantly catching big bass. In today's video we cover everything from moon phase to overlooked lures that get big bites in the dark!

Traditional angling knowledge would have you out on the lake at night with a Colorado bladed spinnerbait and a 10" black power worm. While this works extremely well on a lot of fisheries, its just the tip of the iceberg on what an angler can do at night. Creature baits, reaction baits, topwater, swimbaits, even finesse baits, are all excellent choices at night. There is a time and place for everything and that's what we want you to gain from today's video. 

You can't forget the basics because they continue to work, but if you want to branch out and be successful there are some great options that you've been overlooking. Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment discussed in the video. The links go direct to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos, descriptions, and available colors for each item. We've also included some rod recommendations as well for some of our favorite night fishing combos when sensitivity is key. 

Worms...

-Big Bite Baits B2 10" worm - https://bit.ly/2BfL51p

-Berkley Power worm 10" - http://bit.ly/2cxomPX

-Berkley Power worm 12"- http://bit.ly/2Xj2IHm

-Zoom Ol' Monster 10.5" - http://bit.ly/2adPtjs

Creature Baits…

-Zoom Brush Hog - http://bit.ly/2bnpCRx

-Strike King Game Hog - http://bit.ly/2pfGxir

Worm and Creature Hardware... 

Tungsten Weight- Swagger Vader 1/2-3/4 oz: https://bit.ly/3c28mks

Brass Weight- Top Brass Worm Weight: http://bit.ly/2jDhYXu

Glass Bead- Top Brass Glass: http://bit.ly/2iOiqSD

Bobber Stop- http://bit.ly/2ZxAYuV

Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap (5/0-7/0): http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Jigs... 

Jig- No Jack Flippin' Jig (1/2-3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Black/Blue, Molting Craw, The Go To

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

Colors: Tramp Stamp, Black/Blue, Green Pumpkin

Jig Rattles- http://bit.ly/2kIQ0dH

Topwater... 

Double Bladed Buzzbait- D&M Double Hammer: http://bit.ly/29W2t9z

Subtle Buzzbait- D&M Easy Roller: https://bit.ly/2SCqcmj

Frog- River2Sea Spittin Wa 70: http://bit.ly/29YS5g6

Plopper- Whopper Plopper 130: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Wakebaits... 

Lipped Wakebait- Noisy Dachs ND180: http://bit.ly/2JbrbaM

Lipless Wakebait- Spro 8" BBZ Floater: http://bit.ly/2cU1x5P

Budget Rat Wake- Spro BBZ Rat: http://bit.ly/2tHDGyU

High-End Rat Wake- Johnny Rat (either size): http://bit.ly/2q9CNA8

Swim Jigs/Spinnerbaits/Chatterbaits... 

Swim Jig- California Swim Jig (1/2-3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2auXfmx

Subtle Swim Jig trailer- Keitech 4.8": http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Aggressive Swim Jig Trailer- R2S D Walker 120: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

Willow Leaf Spinnerbait- Revenge Heavy Duty: http://bit.ly/2b7GBrs

Favorite Chatterbait- Evergreen JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Chatterbait Trailer- Spunk Shad (4.5-5.5): http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Crankbaits... 

-Strike King 10XD: http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M

-Norman DD22: http://bit.ly/2LKB37w

-R2S Tactical Crank: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Chartreuse, White, Shad

Favorite All-Around Night Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'6" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Bantam Metanium 150 HG: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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

Favorite Big Swimbait Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 966 SWBR: http://bit.ly/2x9kxuS

Reel- Shimano Tranx 300: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 80 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Budget Night Crankbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'6" MH Glass: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel- Shimano SLX HG Casting Reel: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

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

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7

TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs

TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

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Summer Night Fishing Tricks For Bass

Its time to go night fishing! Many big bass turn nocturnal in the Summer, feeding heavily while anglers sleep. They're able to move shallow and ambush prey while the lake is quiet. Today Tim gives some key tips and tricks to take your Summer night fishing for bass to the next level! This isn't another video about throwing a black and blue jig, get ready!

Night fishing is all about stealth. The lake goes quiet as the sun sets and the fish become very aware of unnatural sound. If you're out on the water with lights on, you're slamming locker lids, or you've got your motor turned up high, the fish will know you're there. If you take the time to slow down, quiet down, and select natural baits, it can be the best fishing of your life!

Tim goes in depth about color selection, moon phase, and so much more. Listen closely to the quick tips because they will make all the difference! Listen especially close to the information about how the moon impacts color selection. Knowing when to throw a bright color, versus a natural color, versus a dark color can be the difference between catching huge fish and catching no fish at all.

Below is a breakdown of the baits discussed in the video to help you fish with confidence this Summer.

Jig and Trailers...

-No-Jack Flipping Jig 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

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

-Strike King Rage Craw: http://bit.ly/2uoqsLJ

-Jig Rattles: http://bit.ly/2kIQ0dH

Curly Tail Worms and Stick Baits...

-Berkeley Power Worm 10": http://bit.ly/2cxomPX

-Zoom Ol' Monster Worm: http://bit.ly/2adPtjs

-Magnum Baits 10" Stick bait: http://bit.ly/2KBhPWU

-Hag's Tornado Bait: http://bit.ly/2Ydvm9j

Texas Rig Hardware...

Hook- Gamakatsu 6/0 Superline Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Weight- Swagger Tackle Tungsten Worm Weight 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

Stopper- 6th Sense Peg X: http://bit.ly/2bHjowk

Spinnerbait/Chatterbait/Swim Jig...

-Revenge Heavy Duty Double Willow 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2b7GBrs

-Evergreen JackHammer Chatterbait 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

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

Crankbaits...

-Strike King 10XD: http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M

-Norman DD22: http://bit.ly/2LKB37w

Topwater...

-Whopper Plopper 130: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV (Loon, Powder)

-Brabec Double Buzzbait: http://bit.ly/2OVAfjy (Black, White)

-Spro BBZ 8" Trout Wakebait: http://bit.ly/2cU1x5P

-Spro BBZ 1 Rat: http://bit.ly/2tHDGyU

-G Ratt Swimming Rat: http://bit.ly/334OEk1

-Johnny Rat Wakebait: http://bit.ly/2uHIoxO

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