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Matt and Tim are finally back on the water again. This time they are trying two different techniques that both work during the summer months: Fishing Deep Structure & Fishing Shallow Grass. Take a look and see which method proves to be the right choice on this late summer day.
The Fall transition is Crankbait season! Get prepared so you're not left behind this year. The change from Summer to Fall patterns happens like the flip of a switch and the bass start feeding heavily on baitfish. Whether going shallow or deep there is a crankbait that will help you get more bites.
We break these Fall transition fish into two categories. Some push baitfish shallow and will be targeted with Squarebills. Others follow the bait out deep and will be targeted with deep diving crankbaits. Both groups are easily catchable if you know what to look for and which baits to use.
Tim's Shallow Arsenal is broken down by very specific depth ranges. When targeting bass in the shallows there isn't a single square bill that does it all, at least not if you want to maximize your time on the water. Here are Tim's preferred baits.
0-1 foot divers...
Strike King SHALLOW 1.5: http://bit.ly/2gxITSN
Evergreen CH-1: http://bit.ly/2MrsOCG
Mann's 1-Minus: http://bit.ly/2MN6L8T
1-3 foot divers...
Strike King 1.0: http://bit.ly/2Pz3HvE
Lucky Craft 1.5: http://bit.ly/2BGxKPa
6th Sense Crush 50X: http://bit.ly/2HbaCGT
3-5 foot divers...
6th Sense Crush 100X: http://bit.ly/2HbaCGT
River2Sea Biggie: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo
Lucky Craft 2.5: http://bit.ly/2woi2Cc
Luhr Jensen Speed Trap: http://bit.ly/2fyC098
Megabass S-Crank: http://bit.ly/2dPdTxb
Matt's Deep baits are broken down by diving depth as well but not nearly to the extent as the shallow baits. Matt typically has 1-2 baits that overlap per depth range.
Strike King 10XD Crankbait - http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0
Strike King Pro Model 6XD Crankbaits - http://bit.ly/2ery44M
6th Sense Crush 300DD Crankbaits - http://bit.ly/2h9YgSx
Norman DD22: http://bit.ly/2aMn5V5
River2Sea Goon: http://bit.ly/2AnvmMg
Tim's Squarebill Setup...
Rod- G Loomis 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2giKvEy
Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB
Line- 20 lb Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline fluoro 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
Matt's Deep Crank Setup...
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'6" Glass: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K 6:1 Ratio: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- 20 lb Sufix 832 Braid: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader- 15 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
Crankbait Storage...
Plano Deep Waterproof Box: http://bit.ly/2xjccls
Bass Mafia Deep Waterproof Box: http://bit.ly/2w4i4QJ
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Watch LIVE as Matt buys a bass boat. After 2 months of searching Matt found the EXACT Champion 210 bass boat he was looking for but it was half way across the country. This is what its like to make a major purchase across state lines.
Our good friend Coop drove over from Arkansas and put the boat through the ringer. He inspected it, did the test drive, talked extensively with the seller, before handing over payment on Matt's behalf. Buying across state lines isn't complicated but you have to know the right steps to keep yourself as protected as possible.
Its a 2008 Champion 210 Elite in phenomenal shape, and completely stock. Below is a list of upgrades Matt intends to make to the boat. We'll do some very extensive videos in the near future showing Matt inspecting the boat for himself, as well as upgrading the components in the boat to make it reliable and travel ready.
Matt will be upgrading to the following...
Hot Foot Throttle: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Ultrex 112 Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Solix 15 Electronics front and back: http://bit.ly/2pAkXr2
Talon 15' Shallow Water Anchors: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hydrowave Feeding Stimulator: http://bit.ly/2BCrdVx
This is just the beginning of the upgrades. When working with an older hull, you're able to pour more of the budget into dialing in the boat exactly how you'd like it. This is one of the benefits to be weighed while deciding between purchasing a new or used boat. We'll also be making upgrades to the trailer, wiring, charging system, and more so be sure to follow along.
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From the first cast to the last, these bass were chewing! When you hear guys talking about frog fishing, these are the bites they dream about! Throw in a variety of tips about adapting frog fishing to your style instead of trying to fit yourself into the frogging mold, and this video is sure to help your fishing!
Matt has been struggling with his hookset as he regains strength after his accident. Instead of fighting it and continuing to lose fish he switched to smaller frogs and softer rods and was able to executive much more efficiently. This method works for anyone of smaller stature or anglers that are young/old that struggles to get a strong enough hookset for frog fishing.
Matt's Baits...
-Bully Wa 55 Frog (Ghost, Little Allen): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
-Gavacho Frog (Red Frog, Chart Strike Gill): http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS
Other great frogs for this method...
-Live Target 45T: http://bit.ly/29YiZHC
-Bobby's Perfect Frog 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2abpR40
-Spro BronzeEye Baby Popper Frog: http://bit.ly/2PoPH7L
Our Favorite Frog Rods...
-Dobyns Champion 7'3" XH (736): http://bit.ly/2abq8nl
-Shimano Expride 7'3" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Budget Friendly Rod...
-Dobyns Fury 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Softer Frog Rod Alternatives...
-Zodias 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
-Megabass Orochi XX 7' Tour Versatile: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH
Budget Friendly Softer Rod...
-Exage 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc
Frogging Reels...
High-End- Metanium MGL: http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Matt's Choice- Shimano Curado 200K 7:1 Ratio: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Budget Friendly- Casitas 150: http://bit.ly/2geKxsp
Favorite Line- Power Pro MaxCuatro 65 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Great Alternative- Sufix 832 65 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
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