5 Fishing Mistakes We All Make! (And How To Avoid Them)

Don't be the guy who misses his shot at a big bass this year! These mistakes are costing you fish! If you change these habits you'll begin catching more fish right away. Subtle details make a huge difference, especially around shallow water. Bass are coming up from deeper water and they're leery of the shallows. Make these adjustments and see the difference for yourself. 

From accidentally slamming locker lids to muddying up the shallows, we all make mistakes in the Spring. This video isn't about bashing the mistakes, its about showing you better ways to operate so you can begin catching more fish on your next trip. Matt highlights the negatives, then provides a solution for each, and even includes some baits that will help you along the way. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits he discussed in the video. We've included favorite colors, sizes, and rigging for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SENKO... 

Bait- Yamamoto 5" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

Hook- Gamakatsu EWG (3/0): http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

SHAKY HEAD... 

Worm- Netbait T-Mac: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Tilapia, Bama Bug, Junebug

Head- Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shakey (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

FINESSE JIG... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Colors: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw, Magic Craw Swirl

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pumpkin, Tilapia Magic

UNDERSPIN SWIMBAIT... 

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Hook- Owner Flashy Swimmer (5/0): http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

SQUAREBILL... 

Bait- River2Sea Biggie (Poppa): http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Cold Blooded, Delta Craw

TOPWATER POPPER... 

Bait- Megabass Pop Max: http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Gill, Secret Gill, Pumpkinseed

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Running Rapids And Catching Fish - Ultra Shallow Jet Boat River Fishing!

"ITS GOING TO SPOOL ME!!" Matt yells over the sound of the rushing river! Tim can't stop laughing as he watches the chaos unfold! Come along as we break in the new jet boat and run rapids in an ultra-shallow river full of CLEAR WATER, JAGGED ROCKS and BIG FISH!  

When it comes to fishing we've got a pretty good handle on it, but when it comes to running boats in inches of water above jagged rocks in white water rapids, we're clueless! Watch the chaos unfold as we explore this river, lose our batteries, crash into rocks, and catch some fish along the way!

Below you'll find links to all the baits we had rigged for our day on the water. We've included the exact weights, sizes, and colors. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Matt’s Swimbait... 

Head- Dirty Jigs Guppy 1/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Bait- Keitech 2.8 Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: TW Pro Blue

Matt’s Crankbaits... 

-Megabass Super-Z Z2: https://bit.ly/3fsxn9G

Color: Kasumi Ito

-Rapala Countdown (Size 7): https://bit.ly/2U3PwFx

Color: Silver

Tim’s Swimbait... 

Head- Guppy Head 3/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Bait- Keitech 3.5" Easy Shiner: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: SunGill

Tim’s Spinner... 

Bait- Blue Fox Flash Spinner: https://bit.ly/3qAVlqb

Color: Blue Shad

Matt’s Light Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel- Shimano Ultegra 1000: https://bit.ly/2PeNvUH

Line- Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Matt’s Medium Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Victory 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/2RPMkfV

Reel- Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2PDlKlB

Line- Sunline SX1 Braid 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader- Sunline Super FC 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Tim’s Light Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'6" Light: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

Reel- Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2PDlKlB

Line- Sunline Super FC 5 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Tim’s Medium Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Reel- Shimano Stella 2500: http://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg

Line- Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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How To Catch Bass In Shallow Water | Spring Bass Fishing

Spring is here! The bass are moving into the shallows and you should be out catching them. The prespawn period before the bass begin bedding is an amazing opportunity to catch both numbers of fish and giant fish. Don't let the shallow water intimidate you; you can catch these fish! Today Tim is demonstrating his favorite lures for shallow water and showing exactly how he fishes them. 

This is the time of year to expand your fishing arsenal. If you've ever wanted to build confidence in a new bait, this is the time. Try a glide bait, a crankbait, Spinnerbait, etc... because the fish are moved up and they're feeding. If the weather changes and the bite gets tough, adapt to a slower presentation and you'll continue to catch fish. 

Below you'll find links to Tim's favorite techniques and the exact baits he uses in each category. We've included his favorite colors, along with some universal rod and reel combos to help you succeed on your next trip. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

GlideBait... 

-River2Sea S Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Colors: Warden, Bluegill, Light Trout

-G Ratt Sneaky Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe

Colors: Hitch, Gizzard Shad

Sunglasses (For spotting followers on your glide bait)... 

-Eye Surrender TacticalBassin Glasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl

Lense Color: Grey, Amber, Copper

Squarebills...

-Rapala BX brat: http://bit.ly/2qFBMiR

Colors: Delta, Hot Dang

-River2Sea Biggie: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Cold Blooded, Delta Craw, Abalone Shad

Chatterbait... 

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Brett's Bluegill, Fire Craw

-Z Man Chatterbait Custom 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI

Colors: Bluegill, Green Pumpkin, Hodge Knocker

Spinnerbait... 

-River2Sea Bling 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2diSwqq

Colors: Abalone Shad, I Know It

-War Eagle Screamin Eagle: http://bit.ly/2IEHHjA

Colors: Mouse, Aurora, Silver Shiner

Weedless Underspin... 

Hook- Owner Flashy Swimmer 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Flippin Jig... 

Jig- Dirty Jigs No-Jack Flippin' Jig 5/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Go To, Hematoma, Magic Craw Swirl

Creature Trailer- RI Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Tramp Stamp, Hematoma

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

Colors: Black Blue, Magic Craw, Toledo Special

Texas-Rigged Bait... 

Bait- Big Bite Baits BFE Creature: https://bit.ly/2Ce0tf7

Colors: Tilapia, Tilapia Magic, Green Pumpkin

Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap 4/0: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

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

Favorite Finesse Worms...  

Shakeyhead- Netbait T-Mac 6.5": http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: JuneBug, Texas Craw, Green Pumpkin

Neko Rig- Missile Baits Quiver Worm: https://bit.ly/2xehVgx

Colors: Bluetonium Green Pumpkin, Super Bug

Dropshot- Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: http://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY

Colors: Green Pump Org Black Purp Prl, GreenPumpkin Purple

Texas Rig/Flipping Jig Combo... 

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

Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

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

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Spinnerbait/Chatterbait Combo... 

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

Reel- Curado 70 MGL K: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC100 16 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Budget All-Around Finesse Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel- Shimano NASCI 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- Sunline Assassin 8 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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Catch Shallow Bass Right Now - Shad Spawn And Shallow Water Tricks

Shallow water bass are EASY to catch if you know what to do! Whether you're on a pond or a giant lake, some very big bass move shallow in the post spawn and we can help you catch them. Some lakes have an incredible shad spawn that you don't want to miss, others just have fish ambushing bluegill. Today we're covering the best techniques to target all of these fish!

Pond and bank fishermen can really simplify their fishing this time of year. You can narrow down your arsenal to two baits that will maximize your time on the water. Get up early and hit the water with a fluke and a weedless underspin, you'll be amazed by the results. 

Anglers on larger lakes should focus their attention on the shad spawn. Its critical that you be on the water at or before first light, armed with key baits that these fish are susceptible to. It doesn't matter where you live, if there are shad in your lake these techniques will work! 

Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment that we recommend for fishing during the post spawn and early Summer when targeting shallow water bass. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see close up photos and detailed video descriptions. 

Pond and Bank Fishing Gear... 

Soft Jerkbait- Zoom Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Electric Shad, Smokin Shad

Hook- Gamakatsu EWG Superline 4/0 Hook: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Gizzard Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Hook- 1/4 oz Owner Flashy Swimmer 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Spinnerbaits... 

-Damiki TOT Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/38cxmD6

Colors: Smelt Shad, Snow Shad, Amazing Chartreuse

-Megabass V-9 Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/2tOaVCt

Colors: Hasu, Kohoku Reaction, Pearl Shad

-War Eagle Screamin Eagle Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/2w5zoor

Colors: Aurora, Hot White Shad, Mouse

Spinnerbait Trailer... 

-Keitech Fat Swimbait (4.3 or 3.8): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Gizzard Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Weedless Underspin... 

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Gizzard Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Hook- 1/4 oz Owner Flashy Swimmer 5/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Squarebill Crankbaits... 

-6th Sense Crush 100: http://bit.ly/2HbaCGT

Colors: 4K Shad, Chrome Treuse Shad

-River2Sea Biggie: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: I Know It, T-1000, Abalone Shad

Lipless Crankbaits... 

-Cotton Cordell Super Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210

Colors: Chrome Black, Chrome Blue, Gold Black

-Lucky Craft LV-500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Colors: Ghost Minnow, American Shad, Golden Shiner

All-Around Combo... 

Rod- Zodias 7'5" Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunliner FC-100 Shock Leader 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

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

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

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