Where Do Bass Go In Summer?! (And How We Catch Them)

Summer fishing is amazing when you know where to fish! As temperatures rise, bass follow predictable patterns. Once you know where to find the bass, catching them is easy! Even when Summer temperatures are at their peak, bass behavior can be predicted and you can keep catching fish consistently.

For those that don't know where to look, Summer bass fishing is tough. Here's what you need to know... Since the spawn, the bass have separated into two distinct groups. The first group goes shallow into cover and the second heads out to main lake structures. The shallow fish are fun because you can target them with a variety of power fishing techniques. The fish on outside structures group up around current when available and hard bottom when the water is calm. These fish can be caught on a variety of lures and tend to feed in aggressive "bite windows".

Below you'll find links to the key baits we discussed in the video. We've also included details on size and color for each lure, as well as some great budget-friendly rod and reel combos for fishing these baits affectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each.

...SHALLOW FISHING...

BIG TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Killer Gill, White Black, Nasty Shad

•Spro Flappin Frog: https://bit.ly/37ljzM8

Colors: Nasty Shad, Killer Gill

•Whopper Plopper 110: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Phantom Shad, Crystal Minnow, Loon

POPPERS...

•Shimano World Pop: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Colors: N Smelt, T Smelt

•Jackall DeraBuzz: https://bit.ly/3pFyzhp

Colors: Dera White, HM Bluegill

UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

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

Size: 1/2 oz

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

Colors: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Xzone 4.75" Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

FLIPPING...

Bait– MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors: Bruiser Phantom, Bruiser Flash, Super Bug

Hook– Owner Jungle Wide Gap (4/0): https://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Weight– VMC Tungsten (1.5 oz): https://bit.ly/3G0WGCg

...OFFSHORE FISHING...

CRANKBAITS...

•Strike King 10XD: https://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

Colors: Sexy Shad, Powder Blue Chartreuse

•Strike King 6XD: https://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Powder Blue Chartreuse, Sexy Shad, Sexy Chartreuse Shad

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

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, Summer Minnow

FLUTTER SPOON...

•Nichols Flutter Spoon: https://bit.ly/2ICAGKL

Colors: Shattered Glass Holo Silver, Purple Threadfin

WOBBLE HEAD...

•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Junebug, TW Dark Junebug, Tilapia

•Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Sizes: 1/2 oz 4/0, 3/4 oz 5/0

SHAKEY HEAD...

•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug

•Yamamoto Sensei Worm: https://bit.ly/3WgAaM5

Colors: OG Junebug, Plum Candy

•MissileBaits Warlock Head: https://bit.ly/4bg8DyC

Size: 3/16 oz

BUDGET FROG FISHING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 7'2" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

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

BUDGET SHAKEY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Sunline Super FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET WOBBLE HEAD 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- Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance (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 apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

The Summer Struggle Is Real! Bass Fishing Tricks For Tough Conditions!!

We're facing challenging conditions on the water today, but we're going to overcome and catch fish! Come along and see how Tim adapts to fluctuating water levels, changes in current, and the mindset that goes into adapting on the water. If bass fishing was always easy we'd never learn to adapt, but sometimes you need to understand nuances to get bit. Here are those subtle details!

Tim starts off strong, fishing grass edges and shallow vegetation. As the fishing gets tougher he moves to hard structure and moving water. Listen closely as he explains how he's positioning, what the fish are doing, and the subtle changes that help him catch fish.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used throughout the day. We've included the exact colors, hooks, and any relevant details. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Color: Electric Shad

•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha EWG Superline: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 4/0

TOPWATER...

•Rapala PXR Jowler 127: https://bit.ly/3A3HDVs

Color: Glitter Bone

FROG...

•Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill

STROLLING BAIT...

•Rapala Crush City Freeloader: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b

Color: Shad

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

Size: 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook

SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'1" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG–X: https://bit.ly/4dv7WT0

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

Leader– Seaguar InvizX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

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

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Z Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7' Medium Regular

Reel– Daiwa Steez SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb

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

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

STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Super FC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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! It's all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...

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

These 3 Mistakes Will Ruin Your Summer Fishing!

Don't make these mistakes! Summer bass fishing is tough enough without being your own worst enemy! If you can avoid these 3 common fishing mistakes, you will absolutely catch more fish this Summer!

Summer fishing success is all about attention to detail. Paying close attention to conditions and timing is the difference between a great day (or night) on the water and just wasting time. Focusing on high sun, dark shade, and shade lines, is a must this time of year!

Below you'll find links to our favorite Summer baits. We've included them as recommendations to help you be more successful as you strive to avoid these mistakes. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can find detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

BIG BAITS...

•River2Sea Tactical 210 Wake: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: Tactical Shad, Chrome Gill

•Bucca 6" Bacca Burrito: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Tactical Gizzard Shad, Tactical Chartreuse Shad

CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Citrus Shad, Helsinki Shad

•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Real Shad

TOPWATER...

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, Sexy Shad, Wagin Hasu 2

•Evergreen Shower Blows SB 105: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Bone, Full Metal

FROGS...

•Scum Frog Launch Frog: https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

Colors: Bluegill, Shad, Hot Gill

•Jackall Kaera: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu

STROLLING...

•Rapala Crush City Freeloader: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Tennessee Shad

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

Size: 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook

TIM'S STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

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

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

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

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

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

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

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 7'3" Medium Heavy Moderate Fast: https://bit.ly/3xZbLAy

Reel– Shimano SLX XT 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Sunline FC (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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

Offshore Fishing For Summer Bass! (Ledge Fishing Tricks + Open Water Fishing)

Summer ledge fishing is changing! There are more spinning rods in the hands of Southern bass anglers than ever before! Come along for a day on the water as Tim targets offshore bass, explores new patterns, and dials in some awesome Summer bass fishing on the Tennessee River!

Ledge fishing used to be all about heavy line and big baits. To some extent, it still is. But there is definitely a time for the spinning rod as well! Strolling is changing the game, and you need to add it to your arsenal if you haven't already. This unique technique triggers a feed response in bass and gets bit when other baits don't.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used through the day. We've included exact colors, sizes, and any upgrades that may have been made. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TAIL SPIN...

•Jackall Deracoup (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2p8X4b0

Colors: Silver

MID STROLLING...

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

Colors: Purple Shad, Silver Shad

•Rapala Crush City Freeloader: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Tennessee Shad

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

Size: 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook

FLUTTER SPOON...

•Nichols Flutter Spoon (1 1/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2ICAGKL

Color: Shattered Glass Silver Scale

BLADE BAIT...

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

Colors: Spot Blue

TIM'S STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

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

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

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

TIM'S FLUTTER SPOON COMBO...

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

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

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

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

BUDGET STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick HMG 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/4cXBAjD

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sufix Advance (10 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