Winter Transition Bass Fishing! (Lipless, A–Rig, Plus Bonus Topwater!)

Let's go fishing!! Matt is back on the Tennessee River after the Buyer's Guides, and he's ready to catch some fish! Watch as he eliminates water, builds a pattern, and starts catching fish! By the end he's catching them on every cast!

Whenever you've been away from the lake it takes time to locate fish. Today Matt got some clues with the Tactical Micro Rig, but really had to work for the rest of the puzzle pieces. By the end he figured out a great lipless crankbait bite, and that topwater fish was an awesome late–season bonus fish!

Below you'll find links to all the baits he caught fish on. We've included the exact sizes and colors for each, as well as some of the great rod and reel combos he was fishing. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each.

MICRO RIG...

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Micro Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

Hooks– ZMan Trout Eye Finesse: https://bit.ly/3C7H1iL

Size: 1/8 oz

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

Color:

FROG...

•Nories NF60: https://bit.ly/3CfiSqD

Color: Lemon Shell

LIPLESS CRANKBAITS...

•Nomad Swimtrex Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3SjrDWD

Color: Threadfin Shad

•Jackall TN 60 (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Color:

MICRO RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

FROG COMBO...

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

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

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

SWIMTREX LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament Carbon Cranker: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: 7'2" Medium Heavy Moderate

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

JACKALL LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 855C CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

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

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

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

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

Lipless Crankbait Tricks and Spring Bass Fishing Tips!

Come along for a crazy day on the water! We start off with a school of bass that are fired up and ready to eat! After sticking a pile of them on a lipless crankbait, we move on, in search of bigger bass. Let's go!!

Spring is an awesome time to be on the water! Come and learn as Matt targets schooling fish, then adapts and locates big prespawn fish sitting on outside structure. Pay close attention to the details as he explains how and why he catches each fish.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits he used throughout the day. We've included the exact sizes and colors where relevant, as well as the rod and reel combos he used to fish the baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

CRANKBAITS...

•Bill Lewis ATV 1.5 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj

Color: Red Glitter Craw

•Jackall TN 70 Lipless Crankbait: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Color: SS Shad

•Nomad Swimtrex Max Lipless Crankbait: https://bit.ly/3SjrDWD

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Threadfin Shad

UNDERSPINS...

•Dirty Jigs Tactical MINI Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 3/16 oz

•Xzone 2.75 Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Tennessee Shad

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Underspin: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Size: 3/8 oz, 2/0 Hook

•Xzone 4" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX Flat Side Special: https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Model: 7' Medium Regular

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line– Seaguar InvizX Fluoro (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament Carbon Cranker: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: 7'2" Medium Heavy Moderate

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

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

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

SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Sustain FJ 3000: https://bit.ly/3BQLlNP

Line– Power Pro Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'1" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (12 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

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

Winter Bass Fishing Is Fun! Here's How We Catch Them!

Epic fishing in early Winter! These fish started feeding when it got warm! Come along for a fun day on the water as we adapt to changing conditions and catch a ton of fish with power techniques! 

This time of year most anglers start slowing down or even put their gear away. That's a huge mistake! Fishing during the Fall to Winter transition can be amazing! There's less angling pressure than Spring and there are still a ton of fish to be caught! From glide baits to lipless, these fish were still feeding like it was early Fall!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt used throughout the day. We've also included the exact hooks and equipment he was using with the lipless. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

GLIDE BAITS...

•GRatt Sneaky Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe

Color: John Pearl Hitch

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

Color: I Know It

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

•Jackall TN 60: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Color: SG Threadfin

LIPLESS HOOK UPGRADES...

Split Ring– Owner Hyperwire: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 3

Hook– Owner ST–35: http://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

TN 70: Size 4

TN 60: Size 6

LIPLESS COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 16 lb Shock: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

S WAVER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'6" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Curado 200K (HG): http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

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

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

BUDGET SMALL GLIDE COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Bass 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3wQ93Zn

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (15 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