Topwater and Frog Fishing Tips For Fall Bass Fishing

Things are different in the Southern half of the country! When everyone else is pulling out there hoodies, the Fall bite is just warming up on the Tennessee River and many other Southern and Western fisheries! Come along for a day on the water and learn the tricks we use to adapt our frogs in changing Fall conditions. 

Fall topwater means different things in different parts of the country. Today we're fishing walking baits and frogs in and around grass beds, something that happens a lot in the Southern US in the Fall. Matt is using different size frogs to adapt to changing conditions and spills the details on when he makes these changes. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt was using throughout the day, along with the rods and reels he was throwing. We've included the exact frog colors and styles so you know exactly how he was adapting. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

FROGS THAT CAUGHT FISH... 

-Spro Bronzeye 65: http://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Color: Killer Gill

-Jackall Kaera: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Color: Glitter Bluegill

KICKING FROG... 

-Spro Flappin Frog 65: https://bit.ly/37ljzM8

Colors: Green Tree, Nasty Shad, Leopard

LARGE FROGS... 

-Spro Bronzeye Poppin 70: https://bit.ly/3iVW03I

Colors: Natural Green, Nasty Shad

-Spro King Daddy: http://bit.ly/2h0LCYd

Colors: Nasty Shad, Killer Gill, Outback

WALKING BAITS...

-Rapala Skitter Walk: https://bit.ly/37DC2Uz

Color: Shad Translucent, Chrome

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

Color: Skeleton Chartreuse, American Shad

MATT'S FROG COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

MATT'S SMALL FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod- Halo HFX 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36rfYvW

Reel- 13 Fishing Concept C2 (7:1): https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line- Sufix 131 Braid 40 lb: https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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

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Frog Fishing Shallow Cover - Post Spawn Bass Fishing

They're eating the frog! Come along for an evening on Chickamauga as Tim targets bass in shallow cover. He's using a subtle popping frog to lure bass out of the grass and debris along the shore and following up with a light flipping rig when needed. Its a beautiful evening to be on the water, let's go fishing! 

The lake has been rising and bass are pushing back in the shallow cover. With so much flooded grass, its difficult to reach the bass with traditional baits but its perfect for the frog! Tim used a variety of different topwater baits but one frog stood out from the crowd. Tim found the subtle popping action of a Gavacho was exactly what the fish were keyed on. 

Below you'll find links to the baits and equipment Tim was using this evening. We've included the exact baits, colors, as well as a few of our other favorite options for this time of year. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Tim's Frog... 

Frog- Jackall Gavacho: http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Favorite Colors: Gold Gill, Black Gill, Chart Strike Gill

Tim's Frog Combo... 

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

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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

Flipping Bait... 

Bait- Reaction Innovations Spicy Beaver: http://bit.ly/2MPuma1

Color: Green Pumpkin

Hook- Owner Offset Shank 4/0: http://bit.ly/2D9Pmj0

Weight- Swagger Tungsten Vader 3/8 oz: https://bit.ly/3c28mks

Stops- VMC Sinker Stops (Medium): https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

Flipping Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

Other Great Frogs... 

-R2S Bully Wa 2: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

-Spro Bronzeye 65: http://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

-ScumFrog Launch Frog: https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

-Jackall Kaera: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Budget Frog Combo... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- 13 Fishing Origin A (8:1): https://bit.ly/3ny0I6S

Line- Power Pro Braid (65 lb): http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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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... 

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Electronics Tricks To Find More Fish! (Winter Fishing Edition)

Winter fishing can be very challenging but mastering your electronics will make it much easier! If you're not catching fish you start wondering if they're even around, if you're in the right part of the lake, or if its what you're using. Step one to consistent Winter fishing for any predatory fish (bass, panfish, catfish, etc...) is to locate baitfish. This can be done very quickly with modern electronics and today we're showing you how to dial them in to maximize your time on the water!

Today Tim is coving a handful of topics including... 

- Adjusting Water Level Offset During Winter Pool

-Measuring Distances on Side Imaging

-Waypointing on Side Imaging

-Adjusting Your Side Imaging Display

-Recognizing fish and baitfish on modern electronics

Most boats are equipped with some sort of depth finding/ fishing finding electronics. Some use 2D sonar, others use advanced technologies like side imaging, down imaging, and Live imaging. We all know the important of these electronics but the majority of boat owners and fishermen have no idea how to use these tools effectively. Spending a bit of time to adjust your electronics will absolutely help you catch more fish in Winter. 

Below you'll find links to the exact electronics that we use to maximize our time on the water and catch more fish. We've also included more budget-minded products that will still do an awesome job while saving a few dollars. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Console Electronics...  

-Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY

(Side Imaging, Down Imaging, Sonar)

-Humminbird Solix 12: https://bit.ly/364OviT

(Dedicated Mapping Unit)

Bow Electronics... 

-Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY

(Sonar, Mapping, 360 Imaging)

-Humminbird Mega 360 MEGA: http://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

Preferred Map Card... 

LakeMaster Plus: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc

(Select your region, Chickamauga is in "SouthEast")

MidPriced Side Imaging/Sonar... 

Humminbird- Helix 9 CHIRP G4: http://bit.ly/35OP5Sm

Lowrance- Elite FS 9 Chartplotter: http://bit.ly/3sxIvtm

Garmin- GPSMAP UHD Sonar: http://bit.ly/2XOfETp

Budget Side Imaging/Sonar... 

Humminbird- Helix 5 G2 Sonar: http://bit.ly/2fsOu1I

Lowrance- Hook Reveal 7: http://bit.ly/3k0b7pN

Garmin- Garmin Striker Vivid: http://bit.ly/2KmQurV

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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... 

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Matt and Tim are BACK! Exploring a New Lake! (Chickamauga)

After 6 grueling trips across the country, Matt and Tim are finally back on the lake together! They're exploring Chickamauga in the middle of a Summer rain storm. Come along as they find new water, adapt to changing conditions, and catch bass on topwater and reaction baits. 

A lot of anglers are intimidated by rain. Some don't want their equipment soaked, others aren't sure what to throw when its raining. Today the guys explain why they're throwing different baits and how the conditions are impacting their choices. Its a unique look into both angler's mindsets as they are adapting to changing conditions on new water. 

While both anglers stuck to reaction baits throughout the day, they both downsized their offerings to get consistent bites. Matt leaned toward topwater while Tim leaned toward swimbaits and tail spins. Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment the guys were using to catch their fish. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Matt's Topwaters... 

Bait- Teckel Blade Waker (Pearl White): https://bit.ly/2DuYZxU

Trailer- Gambler Little Easy Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3jmeYgM

Frog- Jackall Kaera Frog (Bluegill): http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Tim's Topwaters... 

Bait- Teckel Sprinker (Pearl White): http://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

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

Swimbait... 

Bait- Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Hook- Matt Allen Swimbait Head 3/8 oz (Tennessee Shad): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Vibration Baits... 

Tail Spin- Jackall Deracoup 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2p8X4b0

Blade Bait- Damiki Vault 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Blade Waker/Keitech Combo... 

Rod- Jackall Poison Adrena 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3diigiT

Reel- Shimano Metanium 150 MGL HG: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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

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

Lighter Frog Combo (Midsize frogs)... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2czPlZl

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

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

Affordable All-Around Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'3" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

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

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

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb Mono: 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