Early Prespawn Bass Fishing! Tips, Baits, and BIG Bass!

Come along for an awesome day on the lake with Matt and Adam! Matt is visiting Southern California and the bass here are transitioning ahead of the rest of the country. The prespawn bite is wide open! The guys employ a variety of techniques, with the majority of bass being caught on shallow crankbaits... except for that BIG one!

Prespawn is one of the best times of year to catch bass! They can be caught on a variety of power fishing techniques, as long as you keep pursuing active fish. Adam knows these waters well and it doesn't take long for the duo to start catching quality fish! The main plan was a combination of shallow and mid diving crankbaits, but when the guys went out deep for a few minutes they struck gold with a 7 lber on a strolling bait!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear the duo was using through the day. We've included the exact colors for each bait, details on hooks and jigheads, as well as some of the travel gear Matt employed to fish effectively while traveling across the country.

RECENT VIDEOS FEATURING ADAM HINKLE...

•Adam Hinkle Joins The Tactical Family: https://youtu.be/sy2aVavAUB0

•Packing For A Fishing Trip + Travel Tips: https://youtu.be/RKC9QIIRcKc

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

•Berkley Frittside 5 HD Crankbait: https://bit.ly/4hcwfXJ

Color: HD Green Craw, HD Blue Craw

•Berkley Frittside 5 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/4gLRM98

Color: Brown Craw

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

Colors: Green Gizzard, Rootbeer Craw

MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Spro RkCrawler 55: https://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Color: Phantom Green

•Megabass Super Z–3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Color: Phantom Green Craw

STROLLING BAIT...

•Hog Farmer 5" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Color: Ghost Minnow

•Dirty Jigs HD Tungsten Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/3WCfvSn

Size: 1/4 oz

TAIL SPIN...

•Damiki Axe Blade (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2w2uB9t

Color: Black Holo

MATT'S TRAVEL CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Valkyrie World Expedition: https://bit.ly/3J1gchq

Model: 6'8" Medium

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 70: https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

MATT'S TRAVEL STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium heavy: https://bit.ly/414SSrX

Reel– Shimano Stradic FM 2500: https://bit.ly/4hkHxdn

Line– Seaguar PEX8 Braid (22 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

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

BUDGET FRIENDLY CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'4" Medium Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/41ntbDB

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

Line– Seaguar Red Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

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

These Crankbaits Keep Catching Fish From Summer To Fall!

This is crankbait time! Here's what you need to know! Tim is breaking down the best baits for Summer Bass Fishing, as well as the baits that will carry over into Fall. Bass love to ambush their prey, and these baits trigger that feed response, no matter how deep your fish are. From extra deep, to dirt shallow, these are the baits we count on when its HOT outside!

If you're not fishing crankbaits during Summer and early Fall, you're missing some of the easiest fish catches of the year. Bass are targeting baitfish from deep to shallow. Covering water with a crankbait is an easy way to catch them. Focus your attention on baitfish colors and bold reaction colors for the best success.

Below you'll find links to the baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each lure, as well as some great rod and reel combos for fishing these lures effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

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

Colors: Powder Blue Chart, Sexy Shad

EXTRA DEEP DIVERS...

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

Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Powder Blue Chartreuse

•Azuma Z Boss 22: https://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Colors: Grand Shad, Hot Mess

DEEP DIVING CRANKBAIT...

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

Colors: Powder Blue Chart, Sexy Shad

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Citrus Shad, Caribbean Shad, Helsinki Shad

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

Colors: Summer Minnow, Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad

MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala DT 10: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Citrus Shad, Caribbean Shad, Helsinki Shad

•Megabass Super Z Z3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Old Z

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Bruised Citrus Shad, Citrus Shad, Helsinki Shad

•Nomad Atlas 55: https://bit.ly/3UOkjU5

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Chartreuse Blue Back

•Spro Speed Demon: https://bit.ly/3XGWUC2

Colors: Laundry Matte, Old School Shad

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

Colors: Real Shad, Mossy Shad

HOOK UPGRADES...

Flat Side– Owner ST-35 Treble: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Tipped Point– Gamakatsu EWG: https://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

Xtra Strong– Owner ST-56: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

EXTRA DEEP CRANKBAIT COMBO

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 968 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Reel– Shimano Tranx 200 (HG): https://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Line– Seaguar AbrazX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2aaBBDX

TACTICAL DD/MID CRANK COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX PRO 906 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

FINESSE/SHALLOW CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'2" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: Carbon Cranker

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 100 HL: https://bit.ly/3P1CbGz

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

BUDGET SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/3P8REVe

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

Line– Sunline FC (12 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

Summer Crankbait Tricks (Deep To Shallow) That Will Catch Bass In Your Lake!!

Crankbaits are "the deal" in Summer! They catch a lot of fish, they catch giant fish, and they're easy to use! Today we're showing you the best colors to catch big fish, the best body shapes for your lake, and where to fish these Crankbaits! You don't want to miss this!

When Matt starts off with "this is really simple", you know its going to be a good one! Almost 40 minutes of crankbait knowledge later and you'll have a "simplified" approach to Summer crankbait fishing! The knowledge nuggets Matt let's out about retrieves, color selection, hook design, and equipment are priceless, so pay close attention!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discusses in the video. We've included the guy's favorite colors for each, as well as the gear they use to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

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

Color: Sexy Shad

BIG DEEP DIVERS…

•Azuma Z Boss 22: https://bit.ly/3J05uHl

Colors: Grand Shad, Hot Mess, Goldie Lox

•Azuma Z Boss 24: https://bit.ly/3oKifPk

Colors: Grand Shad, Hot Mess, Goldie Lox

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

Colors: Powder Blue Back Chart, Sexy Blue Back Herring

•Duel Hardcore BulletCrank: https://bit.ly/3gH0hGB

Colors: Blue Back Chart, Blueback Herring, Sexy Shad

DEEP DIVING CRANKS...

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

Color: Sexy Shad, Powder Blue Chartreuse

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Parrot, Citrus Shad, Big Shad

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

Colors: Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad, Summer Minnow

MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Norman Deep Little N: https://bit.ly/2acSLUd

Colors: Chart Blue, Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Shad

•Rapala DT 8: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Parrot, Citrus Shad, Big Shad

•Megabass Super Z3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Old Z, Ito Ayu

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala OG Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Bruised Citrus Shad, Citrus Shad, Green Gizzard

•Spro Speed Demon 55: https://bit.ly/3XGWUC2

Colors: Laundry Matte, Old School Shad, Chart Blue

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

Colors: Mossy Shad, Real Shad, Ghost Minnow

BFS CRANKBAITS...

•Megabass Super Z1: https://bit.ly/2Y9dkHB

Colors: Mat Craw 2, Wild Craw, Kasumi Ito

•Shimano Macbeth 39 Tiny: https://bit.ly/45Pj3Dd

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad, Sexy Shad

•Damiki BFS 40 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/432XZaY

Colors: Mossy Shad, Olive Flash Shad 

TREBLE/SPLIT RING UPGRADES...

•Gamakatsu EWG: https://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

Sizes: 4 and 2

•Gamakatsu RED EWG: https://bit.ly/2dmxXK8

Sizes: 4 and 2

•Owner ST–36: https://bit.ly/2cWpeyw

Sizes: 1, 1/0

•Owner ST–35: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Sizes: 2, 1/0

•Owner Hyperwire Split Rings: https://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Sizes: 3 and 4

BIG CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 968 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Reel– Shimano Tranx 200A HG: https://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Line– Sunline Crank FC 15 lb: https://bit.ly/3fohguC

MID CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'4" MHM: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: Power Glass Cranker

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line– Sunline Crank FC 15 lb: https://bit.ly/3fohguC

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7' Medium Glass: https://bit.ly/2QADLTq

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 15 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BFS CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon Bait Finesse 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Daiwa J Fluoro Hidden (6 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

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 CRANKBAITS - Everything You Need To Know! (Beginner To Advanced)

Lipless Cranks are awesome! These crankbaits catch great numbers of fish and they catch giant bass too! They can be hopped, ripped, or steady retrieved in open water, around cover, or right on the bottom. With so many variables, where do you even start?! We're here to help... 

The lipless is one of our favorite bass fishing techniques. It shines in the Spring and Fall but can catch fish any time of year. Our two main methods are hopping the baits on bottom and steady retrieving them in the middle of the water column. The two methods utilize completely different baits and today we're explaining why. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each, as well as links to some of our favorite gear for fishing these baits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE... 

-Lucky Craft LV-500 (Ghost Minnow): http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

BAITS FOR HOPPING...

-Lucky Craft LV-500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Colors: Ghost Minnow, American Shad, Spring Craw  

-Jackall TN-70: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: SG Threadfin, RT Scale Minnow, Ghost Minnow

SMALLER BAITS FOR HOPPING... 

-Lucky. Craft LV-150: https://bit.ly/3xh7Z38

Colors: BP Golden Shiner, Chartreuse Shad, Ghost Minnow

-Jackall TN-50: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: SG Threadfin, RT Scale Minnow 

BAITS FOR COVERING WATER...

-Strike King Red Eye Shad 2 Tap: http://bit.ly/2gmACC5

Colors: Delta Red, TN Shad 2.0, Chrome Sexy Shad

-Cotton Cordell Super Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210

Colors: Chrome Blue, Rayburn Red, Royal Red

-Bill Lewis Rattle Trap 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2gm8CjC

Colors: Bleeding Shiner Chrome, Cali Craw, Ghost Minnow

-6th Sense Quake 70: http://bit.ly/2Kxt4zm

Colors: 4K Shad, Shad Hammer, Delta Craw

HOOK/SPLIT RING UPGRADES...

-Gamakatsu EWG: http://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

-Owner ST-56: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

-Owner STX-45: http://bit.ly/2FNnZwR

-VMC Bladed Treble: http://bit.ly/2oqWODi

-Owner Hyper Wire Split Rings: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 2 or 3

LIPLESS COMBO... 

Rod #1: G Loomis IMX PRO 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Rod #2: G Loomis IMX PRO 855 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

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

Line- Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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

SMALLER LIPLESS COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Victory 72MH Moderate: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

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

Line- Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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

BUDGET LIPLESS COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Sunline FC 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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