3 Winter Bass Fishing Tricks You Need To Know!

Winter bass fishing can be tough, these tricks will help! From subtle color adjustments, to what time of day to be fishing, these are the real difference makers that anglers try to keep quiet. Here's what you need to know to be successful!

Bass behave differently in Winter. While we would expect to find them in the warmest water, they're often hunting on the deeper, darker edges where they can use light to their advantage. Lure speed, lure color, and a few other retrieve tricks are also huge factors! If you want to be successful all Winter, it's time to pay attention to the subtle details.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt discussed in the video. He's included his favorite sizes and colors for each lure, as well as some great rod and reel options for fishing them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

RELATED VIDEOS...

•Where Do Bass Go In Winter: https://youtu.be/z3X6rNqDV6U

FOOTBALL JIG...

Bait– Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Finesse Football: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Color: Supermatt Brown

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

Color: Cinn Black Purp, Green Pumpkin Blk

NED WORMS...

•ZMan Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR

Color: Meat Dog

•Xzone Ned Zone: https://bit.ly/2mRiYhF

Color: Violet Secret

CRANKBAIT...

•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Glass Minnow, Ghost Minnow, True shad,

JERKBAIT...

•Megabass Vision 110+1 Jr: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Mat Shad

GRAPH SHADZ...

•ZMan Graph Shadz: https://bit.ly/3Spu6xP

Colors: Tennessee Shad, Electric Shad, Smelt

ALABAMA RIG...

•Hog Farmer Tactical MICRO Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

•ZMan Trout Eye Finesse Head (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3C7H1iL

•Damiki 3" Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

SPOONS AND BLADE BAITS...

•Nichols Duh Spoon: https://bit.ly/4cSEVki

Colors: Shattered Glass Silver, Morning Dawn, Sierra

•War Eagle Jiggin' Spoon: https://bit.ly/2H9dJV1

Colors: Nickel, Purple Shad

•Damiki Vault (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Colors: Black Holo, Real Shad

MID PRICED JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET NED COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel– Shimano SLX A 150: https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line– Seaguar Red Label (10 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 hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...

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

BUYER'S GUIDE: BEST JIGS AND JIG TRAILERS! (By Style)

Today's begins our 2024 Holiday Buyer's guide series! Today's video is all about jig fishing! These are the best swim jigs, flipping jigs, football jigs and micro jigs we can find! We're exploring how head shapes and hook sizes impact the baits. We're also covering our favorite jig trailers by style, as well as the rods we rely on to fish them effectively.

Jig fishing is a staple bass fishing technique. If you're not comfortable catching bass with jigs, you still have room to grow as an angler. Luckily, the technique is very simple! You don't need every jigs style, typically one or two jigs will cover all the situations you'll face on your lake. Once you've chosen those, pair with the appropriate trailer options, and you're done!

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs and trailers we discussed them in the video. We've included our favorites sizes and colors for each category, as well as the rods we use to fish them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

MICRO JIGS...

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

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Brown/Purple, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Nishine Finesse Cover jig: https://bit.ly/3EE8w1O

Size: 1/3 oz

Colors: Watermelon Candy, Pumpkin Pepper Green

•Great Lakes Finesse Matte Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/3Yj41mp

Size: 3/16 oz

Colors: Matte Green Pumpkin Black, Matte Black Brown

FOOTBALL JIG...

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

Favorite Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Supermatt Brown, Canterbury Craw, Alabama Craw

PITCHING JIGS...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitching Jig: http://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw

FLIPPING JIGS...

•No Jack Flippin Jig: http://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Size: 5/8 oz

Color: Hematoma, Molting Craw, The Go To

•Canterbury Compact Flipping Jig: https://bit.ly/3G939YN

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Hematoma, Magic Craw Swirl, The Go To

SWIM JIGS...

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

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Crappie

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

Color: Shamrock Shad, PB Red

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

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Black/Blue

Trailer– Gambler EZ: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Color: Gold Rush, Electric One

Jig– Dirty Jigs Compact Swim Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/43OSFY1

Color: Tactical Shad, Blue Glimmer, Alabama Bream

Trailer– Storm 3.5 Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad

Jig– Missile Baits Mini Swim Jig (5/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3SdHVOF

Colors: Shad Flash, Bruiser, BrewGill

Trailer– Xzone 3.5 Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, 309

MICRO JIG TRAILERS...

•ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Sprayed Grass

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

Colors: Grass Craw, Tilapia

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

Colors: Black Blue/ Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

FULL SIZE JIG TRAILERS...

•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Green Pumpkin Red, Black Shadow Flare

•Xzone 3.25" Muscle Back Craws: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Color: Green Pumpkin Black, Summer Craw

•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Green Pumpkin Purp Cop Fly

•Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: https://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Tramp Stamp, Green Pumpkin Red

FINESSE FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 844C MBR (7' Heavy): https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

FAVORITE JIG COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb Shock: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

BUDGET BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

Line– 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 hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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

Fall Jig Fishing Made Easy! Best Jigs, Trailers, And How To Choose A Jig Rod!

If you're not comfortable fishing a jig, this video is for you! The jig bite can be amazing in the Fall and we're going to help you find it! We rely on it constantly for BIG bites, and you can too. From Pitching jigs, to football jigs, to the ever-growing micro jig category, Matt is giving up all the details!

Understanding how fish are positioning in the Fall is half the battle. Pay attention as Matt explains how to breaks down water and when he relies on different jig styles. Getting bit on the jig is easy, you just need to build confidence to throw it. From there, it's all about selecting the right rod so you can land your fish consistently.

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs, trailers and gear discussed in the video. We've included Matt's favorite jig combos as well. 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– Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin' Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To

Trailer– Netbait Baitfuel 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Red

PITCHING JIGS AND TRAILERS...

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

Color: The Go To, Molting Craw, Canterbury Craw

•Xzone 3.5" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Summer Craw

FOOTBALL JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•Dirty Jigs Finesse Football: https://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Colors: Supermatt Brown, Alabama Craw, Canterbury Craw

•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Green Pump, Cinnamon Black Purple

MICRO JIGS...

•MissileJigs Micro Football: https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Dill Pickle, PB&J

•Nishine Finesse Cover Jig: https://bit.ly/3EE8w1O

Colors: Watermelon Candy, Copper Craw

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Black

MICRO JIG TRAILERS...

•Netbait Tiny Paca Chunk: https://bit.ly/44ZjCsL

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

•ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Mud Bug

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

Colors: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin Blue

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Black Blue Flake/Green Pumpkin

MATT'S MICRO JIG BOX...

•Buzbe Basic 28T Thin Box: https://bit.ly/3Qo4xfO

MEGABASS PITCHING 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 (50 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

SHIMANO PITCHING JIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

MEGABASS FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX EMTF: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Model: 7'5" Medium Med Fast

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

MICRO JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line– Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BFS JIG COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Kasumi Six Eleven: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 6'11" Medium Light

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

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

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

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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

Don't Make These Late Summer Mistakes! They'll Wreck Your Fall Fishing Too!

Mistakes happen, but these 3 can wreck your fishing! If you want to catch more fish as we enter the Summer to Fall transition, you need to avoid these mistakes at all costs! Luckily, we can show you what to watch out for, and how to turn this into one of your favorite times of year!

Late Summer can be a difficult time to fish. Most anglers react by slowing down and fishing places where they've been successful in the past. While that seems wise on the surface, it's the worst decision you can make! Instead, focus your time on new patterns, covering water, and fishing quickly. To be even more successful, focus your attention on the extremes of lure size by focusing on small presentations or big swimbaits.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits we use this time of year. We've even included some great budget rod and reel combos to help you fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

•Storm 3" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

SWIM JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Swim Jig: https://bit.ly/43OSFY1

Colors: Tactical Shad, Blue Glimmer

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

Colors: Gizzard Shad

CHATTERBAIT...

•ZMan Mini Max Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Spot Remover

•Big Bite Bait 3.75" Swimon: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Colors: Smoky Gold, Glow Silver

SPY BAIT…

•Duo Realis Spinbait 80: https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Green Smelt

GLIDE BAITS...

•River2Sea S Waver 168: https://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Colors: TW Cali Hitch, Lit Shad

•Spro Chad Shad: https://bit.ly/3AqivoQ

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Gizzard Shad

•Baitsanity Chimera Shad: https://bit.ly/44XiYvW

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Ghost Gizzard Shad

PITCHING JIGS...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: The Go To, Alabama Craw

•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Tilapia Magic

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

Colors: The Go To, Canterbury Craw

•Xzone 3.25" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Bama Craw

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5

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

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

BUDGET UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/3O8zBye

Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Line– Seaguar InvizX (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

BUDGET GLIDE BAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3QbMjvs

Reel– SLX A 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line– Power Pro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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