Tube Fishing Tricks + Deep Water Tips With Jesse Kroetch! (Tactical Family)

Come along as we head to the Pacific Northwest to fish with Jesse Kroetch! Jesse is dialed in to a deep Winter bite in the NorthWest reservoirs and today he's showing us how it's done. Check out the incredible scenery from the region, listen to how to locates and targets bass in deep water, and watch as he catches a bunch of bass and pike!

For those of you that missed Jesse's introduction back in Fall, he has joined the "Tactical Family" to bring regional content from the Pacific Northwest. These videos are in addition to our regularly scheduled content and give a unique insight into both his region, as well as many deeper fisheries around the country. He has a unique fishing style, implementing familiar baits in unique ways, to catch wary bass. We're taking notes from those tips so you probably should be too!

Below you'll find links to other videos from the Tactical Family, links to all the baits he used today, as well as the rod and reel combos he used to catch his fish. We've also included links to Jesse's guide service and social accounts. All the gear links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

OTHER TACTICAL FAMILY VIDEOS...

•Jesse – Fall Bass Fishing In The PNW: https://youtu.be/ZYhnqXeWTN0

•Adam – Winter Fishing Southern California: https://youtu.be/sy2aVavAUB0

JESSE'S GUIDE SERVICE AND SOCIAL ACCOUNTS...

Website– CastCadia Outfitters: https://bit.ly/4hI948X

Instagram– https://bit.ly/3AwwaOZ

Facebook– https://bit.ly/3NWBoGO

HEAVY TUBE...

•Poor Boy's Fat Head Tube: https://bit.ly/3WT1UWv

Color: Mango Magic, Road Kill Blues, Watermelon Rose

•Poor Boys Fat Tube Head: https://bit.ly/3CIKZir

Size: 3/4 oz

HULA GRUB...

•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Hula Grub: https://bit.ly/2d7SpgG

Color: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

•Gamakatsu 3/0 Football: https://bit.ly/2CTXHHt

Size: 1/2 oz

CRAW TUBE...

•Great Lakes Finesse Juvy Craw Tube: https://bit.ly/4aCo9UC

Color: GP Purple Copper

•Great Lakes Finesse Mini Pro Tube Jig: https://bit.ly/41C1W6g

Size: 1/2 oz

TAIL SPIN...

•Jackall Deracoup (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2p8X4b0

Colors: Clear Shad, Blueback Chartreuse, HL Lime Gold

STROLLING BAIT...

•Rapala Crush City Mooch Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Yn4NR6

Color: Electric Shad, Albino Shiner

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

Size: 3/16 oz

COLD WEATHER GEAR...

•Aftco Fortress Rain Jacket: https://bit.ly/42LrGQ8

•Aftco Fortress Rain Bibs: https://bit.ly/4aPp45O

•Aftco Reaper Hooded Sweatshirt: https://bit.ly/3EbJxFP

•Aftco Gloves: https://bit.ly/3C73i0q

NEEDLE FOR FIZZING FISH...

•Fishlife Fizz Needles: https://bit.ly/2kKwKB1

TUBE COMBO...

Rod– G LOOMIS GLX 7'3" HEAVY FAST: https://bit.ly/4jR2cHm

Reel– Shimano Chronarch MGL 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Line– Sufix Advance Fluorocarbon (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3pF7HBK

JUVY CRAW COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix Advance Fluorocarbon (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3pF7HBK

DERACOUP COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Line– Sufix Advance Fluorocarbon (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3pF7HBK

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

Where Do Bass Go In Fall? (And How To Catch Them!)

Don't worry, we can help! As the nights get cooler and your water temperatures begin to drop, you might notice the fish you've been catching are beginning to disappear. At first the cooler nights help, the fish become more active and start feeding on baitfish throughout the day but the farther we get into Fall, the fish start behaving differently and in some cases, they disappear completely. Where do they go and how can you keep catching them? Let's find out...

As we progress through Fall there are two distinct groups of bass. The Fish that go shallow will ambush baitfish around cover. If grass is present they will congregate in the liveliest grass beds, if not they will use pockets along the shoreline to corral bait. The deep fish have already made the transition to hard bottom. You will find them congregated around rock with quick deep water access. 

As the nights get cooler, the water temperatures drop, and grass begins to die. The shallow fish will begin to behave like their deep water counterparts and immediately move to hard structure. You'll find them on laydown trees, dock pilings, and rock. Just like the deep water fish, the best spots to find shallow fish will be where they have quick access to deep water. As this transition happens the baits we use to target them will immediately change. 

Below you'll find a breakdown of the baits we have the most confidence in during Fall. We've separated them for shallow and deep water fishing to make it easier for you to choose the right options for where you fish. Many of these techniques will be discussed in-depth in the coming weeks and months but we wanted to give you a head start on them now so you're prepared as the transition happens. All of the bait and gear links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Tim's Shallow Baits For Fall... 

Squarebill- Lucky Craft 1.5 (BP Golden Shiner): http://bit.ly/2BGxKPa

Frog- Live Target Hollow Body 65 (Bright Green): http://bit.ly/2Q40BAk

Walking Bait- Teckel Kicknocker (Lime Ice): http://bit.ly/2nvxkoA

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

Underspin- Owner 1/8 oz Flashy Swimmer 5.0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Tim's Deep Baits For Fall... 

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

Favorite Colors: Mirrored Minnow, Ghost Minnow, Glass Minnow

Tail Spin- Jackall Deracoup 3/4 oz (Dera Shad): http://bit.ly/2p8X4b0

Blade Bait- Damiki Vault 1/2 oz (Black Holo): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Spoon- Blade Runner 1 3/4 oz Duh Spoon (Morning Dawn UV): http://bit.ly/2aKVLlG

Jig- Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin Jig (Go To): http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Jig Trailer- RI Sweet Beaver (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Tim's Tactical Crankbait Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL XG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Line- 12 lb Sunline Crank FC: https://bit.ly/3fohguC

Tim's Tail Spinner Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line- 12 lb Sunline Assassin Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Speed Cranking Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'2" MH Glass: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 DC XG: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q

Line- 12 lb Sunline Assassin Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

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

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

TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

Catch More Bass This Fall Transition! Junk Fishing Tips!!

We're going "junk fishing" on Lake Chickamauga, come along! Throughout the year we spend a ton of time teaching anglers how to build patterns but during the transition, you need to get every bite possible. Today we mix it up by fishing deep ledges with a tail spinner, fan casting with swimbaits, and breaking down grass flats with flukes and topwater. Come along for a day of junk fishing and exploring on the Tennessee River. 

The term "junk fishing" is a reference to fishing without a specific pattern. You may be throwing a jig one moment, a spinnerbait the next, and be slinging topwater toward schooling fish, all on the same spot. Its about adapting to changing conditions instead of running a pattern. We spend all year dialing in patterns but during transition times, learning to junk fish is a must. 

Today Matt starts out with a handful of baits he thinks will work but in a matter of minutes he's already sitting down, tying on different baits, and adapting to what he's seeing on the water. He's reading conditions, following baitfish, and exploring. The next time you go fishing you can do the same on your local lake. Below is a breakdown of the baits Matt used to find success today along with the gear he used to throw them. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Tail Spinner... 

Bait- Damiki Axe Blade: http://bit.ly/2w2uB9t

Hook Upgrade- Gamakatsu EWG Red (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2dmxXK8

Today's Bait Color: Black holo

Other Great Colors: Holo Real Shad, Holo Silver

Swimbait... 

Bait- Scottsboro Tackle 6" Paddle Tail: http://bit.ly/2Oy7CKH

Hook- Owner Beast 8/0 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

Today's Bait Color: Natural Light

Other Great Colors: Mullin's Madness, Ol Smokey

Soft Jerkbait... 

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

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

Today's Bait Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Other Great Colors: Smokin Shad, Sexy Shad, Electric Shad

Topwater... 

Bait- Evergreen Shower Blow 105: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Today's Bait Color: Skeleton Chartreuse

Other Great Colors: Blueback Herring, American Shad

Topwater Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

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

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Fluke Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Curado 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2gUWTft

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

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

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

Big Swimbait Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 965: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

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

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

Leader- Sunline FC100 Shock Leader 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Budget Topwater/Tail Spin Combo...

Rod- Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- Shimano SLX HG: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Power Pro Braid 40 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

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

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

TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G