Targeting Bigger Bass In Late Summer! These Tips Really Work!!

Late August isn't known as a "big bass" time of year... until now! Come along for an awesome evening on the water as Tim catches BIG largemouth after adapting to changing conditions. He didn't go out planning to pick up a spinning rod, but its what the conditions required.

Tim headed out with a plan to frog and fish heavy cover. The conditions weren't lining up, and once he set his preconceived notions aside and fished the conditions, he was rewarded in a big way! The next time you're on the water and you're struggling, take a step back and evaluate whether you should power through, or adapt. You just never know what could be waiting when you do!

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear Tim fished throughout the evening. We've included the exact sizes, colors, and terminal for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FROG...

•Spro Bronzeye 65 Frog: https://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Color: White Black

STROLLING...

•Deps 5" Sakamata Shad: https://bit.ly/3QMt9yd

Color: Silver Shad

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/4 oz, 3/0 Hook

ALABAMA RIG...

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

Heads– Dirty Jigs Matt Allen Swimbait (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Dummy Baits– Rapala Crush City 3" Mayor: https://bit.ly/43Uhyli

Color: Gizzard Shad

Main Baits– Rapala Crush City 4" Mayor: https://bit.ly/43Uhyli

Color: Gizzard Shad

FLUTTER SPOON...

•Nichols Lake Fork Flutter Spoon: http://bit.ly/2ICAGKL

Size: 1 1/8 oz

Color: Shattered Glass Holo Silver

STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Heavy X Fast: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Model: 6'10" Solid Tip MH

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

A RIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL A (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'3" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

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

Catching 5 BASS For 40 LBS On A Lure We Made!! AMAZING Bass Fishing!!!

5 bass for over 40 lbs!! Watch every bite as the guys catch a MONSTER limit with an 11 lb Kicker!! This is truly EPIC bass fishing!! What a way to kick off their return to life on the road! If you've wondered what it feels like to build a pattern and catch giants on different techniques, check this out!

When the Tactical duo get together magic always seems to happen. Today Matt and Tim hit the water with no information except for a forecast that said a front was moving in... perfect fishing conditions. They started shallow, then moved deep, and took the time to explain each decision along the way. They caught fish on everything from a swimbait, to a crankbait, to a scrounger, but on this day the A-Rig stole the show!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits the guys were using. We've included our modifications, hook upgrades, etc, where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TACTICAL FLEX A-RIG...

•Hogfarmer Tactical Flex Bladed Rig: https://bit.ly/38xd1es

TACTICAL FLEX RIG COMPONENTS...

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

Main Head– Matt Allen Swimbait: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Size: 1/2 oz

Side Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Size: 1/8 oz

Dummy Baits– Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Albino, Smokin Magic Shad

SWIMBAIT...

Bait– Megabass Magdraft Freestyle: http://bit.ly/3bRG3Wi

Color: Albino Pearl Shad

Hook– Owner Beast: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

Size: 8/0

UNDERSPIN...

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

Color: Electric Shad

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

DEEP CRANKBAIT…

•Tactical DD 75 Crankbait: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Color: Mirrored Minnow

LIPLESS CRANKBAITS...

•Lucky Craft LV500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Color: American Shad

Hook Upgrade: Gamakatsu EWG (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2DCOlmV

•Jackall TN 60: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Color: RT Scale Minnow

Hook Upgrade: Owner ST 35 (Size 6): http://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

SCROUNGER...

Bait– Scottsboro Tackle Sniper 5.25: https://bit.ly/3gHTQ6t

Color: Ole Smokey

Head– Davis Baits Shaky Fish: https://bit.ly/3AT3lYv

Size: 1/2 oz

A–RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'7" Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

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

TIM'S LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 855C CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 7'8" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3QbMjvs

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Shock 30 lb: https://bit.ly/3WqDIJp

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

A-Rig Tricks For Winter Bass: Full Rigging + Modifications (Beginner To Advanced)

The Alabama Rig is here to stay! Its ability to catch bass in Winter across all conditions is virtually unrivaled. If you're still not fishing one, you're making a mistake. If you are fishing one, you could probably be catching more fish with some simple adjustments. Here are the tricks we use to catch more fish on the A Rig throughout the cold water months. 

The A-Rig is unique amongst lures because it has to be assembled by the angler. This simple difference leaves room for error and even more room for fine tuning. Understanding how many baits you should use, which wire sizes work best, when to use blades, and when to try different baits, are all factors that can take you from catching the occasional fish to having incredible days on the water! Matt isn't holding back in today's video so pay close attention as he builds out a rig and gives up the details on how he catches fish. 

Below you'll find links to the exact rigs, components, baits, and gear that Matt discussed in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've also included some budget-minded alternatives to give a leg up to the anglers just getting started and for those that are on a budget. 

TACTICAL A-RIGS... 

-Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/38xd1es

-Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Non-Bladed): https://bit.ly/3vhpSez

OTHER A-RIGS... 

-Yum Flash Mob Jr (Bladed): http://bit.ly/2bgDGNu

-Hog Farmer BFL Flex Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/2WtLCVK

-G Funk Baits Cali Rig (Non-Bladed): http://bit.ly/2nD76fw

SWIMBAIT HEADS…

Heavy Duty Heads- Dirty Jigs Matt Allen: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Recommended Size: 1/8 oz

Light Duty Heads- Dirty Jigs Tactical Finesse: http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Recommended Size: 3/16 oz

RIGGING COMPONENTS... 
Split Rings- Owner Hyperwire (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Dummy Springs- Owner CPS (Medium): http://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

Split Ring Pliers- Texas Tackle Executive: http://bit.ly/2b2Zoa8

DUMMY BAITS... 

-Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Albino, Smokin Magic Shad

-Reaction Innovations Little Dipper: http://bit.ly/2brnU5I

Colors: Bad Shad Green, Impact Bluegill

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

MAIN SWIMBAITS... 

Cold Water- 13 Fishing Churro 4.25: https://bit.ly/2LLeRA6

Colors: Moonlight Clan, Mojito, Purple Rain, Blue Collar

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

FAVORITE BLADED A-RIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

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

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

FAVORITE NON-BLADED A-RIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

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

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 18 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BUDGET A-RIG COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Sunline Super FC 20 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