Jerkbait Fishing For Bass! (Beginner To Advanced) Full Seminar And Underwater Footage!

Jerkbait fishing is one of the best techniques you can learn for bass fishing! The jerkbait's ability to trigger a feed response in a bass puts it in a category by itself. Today, Matt is covering the basics of jerkbait fishing for beginners, then taking a deep dive into bait concepts, actions, colors, and more! You don't want to miss this!

If you want to take your jerkbait fishing to the next level, this information is what you've been waiting for. From bait angle to retrieve cadence, bait size to lure color, we've never shared jerk bait information like this before!

Below we've listed our favorite baits by category and style. We've included our favorite colors for each (subtle and bold) and also included our favorite rod and reel combos for the presentation. 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...

•Megabass Vision 110 (Matte Shad): https://bit.ly/3tw8Cpz

MID FALL JERKBAITS...

•Jackall Rerange 110: https://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Natural: HL Silver Shad, Blue Pearl Shad

Bold: Chart Back Pearl, Secret Shad 2

•Shimano World Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

Natural: ST Chiayu, Ghost Ayu

Bold: Chart Silver, Clown

•Shimano Zumverno 95 SP: https://bit.ly/3Gbzrmw

Natural: ST Chiayu, S Hasu

Bold: Clown

•Rapala PXR Maverick: https://bit.ly/3EEo6Kt

Natural: Ghost Shiner, Matte Shad

Bold: Hot Blue Frost, Snow Storm

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Natural: Mat Shad, GP Pro Blue

Bold: GLX Northern Secret, Elegy Bone

•Megabass Shading X R 75: https://bit.ly/4d1DijA

Natural: Bonbori Pro Blue, HT Wakasagi

Bold: Ito Kinari

•Megabass Shading X R62: https://bit.ly/3LTQUlD

Natural: GG Perch, GG Baby Bass

Bold: Aurora Reaction, Ito Kinari

NICHE BAITS...

•Damiki Slim Jack: https://bit.ly/2Y3QCUl

Natural: Olive Flash Shad, Black Holo

Bold: Real Shad

•Megabass Vision 110 FX: https://bit.ly/2aDMpvP

Natural: GP Pro Green

Bold: GP Elegy Bone, French Pearl OB

•Baitsanity Explorer Jerkbait: https://bit.ly/3WtRD2a

Natural: Summer Shad, Sardine

Bold: Glossy Pearl, Matte Pearl

OVERSIZE JERKBAITS...

•Megabass ONETEN Max LBO: https://bit.ly/3dfhL9y

Natural: Mat Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone

•Megabass Kanata: https://bit.ly/2jG4Q85

Natural: Mat Shad

Bold: MG Western Clown

BAIT FINESSE BAITS...

•Daiwa TD Minnow 75 SP: https://bit.ly/3zfelTX

Color: Pro Purple, Wakasagi

•Duo Realis Rozante 63 SP: https://bit.ly/3EFMLOY

Color: All Bait, Komoche Wakasagi

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Color: ITO Tennessee Shad, Elegy Bone

•Duo Realis Rozante 57MR: https://bit.ly/3YurtNa

Color: Ghost Minnow, Ghost Wakasagi

•Megabass Shading X 55: https://bit.ly/3xkMH6Y

Color: FA Wakasagi, LZ Wakasagi

WINTER MEGABASS JERKBAITS...

•Megabass Vision 110: https://bit.ly/3tw8Cpz

•Megabass Vision 110+1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

•Megabass Vision 110 +2: https://bit.ly/2BLQIBA

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr: http://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

•Megabass X–Nanahan +2: https://bit.ly/48fHMSj

Megabass Natural Colors: GG Deadly Black Shad, Pro Blue, Matte Shad, Tennessee Shad

Megabass Bold Colors: Elegy Bone, Wakin React, Kohoku Reaction, French Pearl

MEGABASS VISION 110 HOOK UPGRADES...

Split Ring Replacement– Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

110 Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble (Size 5): http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

110 Junior Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu 1X Black (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp

SHIMANO JERKBAIT HOOK UPGRADES...

World Minnow– Hayabusa TBL930 NRB (Size 5): https://bit.ly/3qBuXkB

Zumverno 95 SP – Hayabusa TBL930 NRB (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3qBuXkB

Split Ring Replacement– Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

MATT'S MAIN JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MATT'S HIGH END COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 OneTen Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

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

BFS COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 6'8" Ultralight: https://bit.ly/4aurFAO

Reel– Daiwa Tatula BF 70: https://bit.ly/4b7UbYM

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

SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX 6'8" Ronin: https://bit.ly/2XkVoej

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Line– Seaguar InvizX (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

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. 

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Fall Jerkbait Fishing! ( Beginner To Advanced – Full Seminar )

Jerkbait fishing is one of the best techniques an angler can learn! The jerk bait's ability to trigger a feed response in a bass puts it in a category that few other lures achieve. However, the true potential of a jerkbait is only unlocked when an angler understands the subtle nuances of these incredible lures, and that's what we're teaching you today!

The speed of your retrieve cadence, lure color, lure depth, and many other factors impact your ability to catch jerkbait fish. This is a technique that can take your fishing to a whole new level, but it requires a strict attention to detail.

Below we're breaking out our favorite baits by category and style. We've included our favorite colors for each (subtle and bold) and also included our favorite rod and reel combos for the presentation. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

MID FALL JERKBAITS...

•Jackall Rerange 110: https://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Natural: HL Silver Shad, Blue Pearl Shad

Bold: Chart Back Pearl, Secret Shad 2

•Shimano World Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

Natural: ST Chiayu, Ghost Ayu

Bold: Chart Silver, Clown

•Shimano Zumverno 95 SP: https://bit.ly/3Gbzrmw

Natural: ST Chiayu, Pink Smelt

Bold: Clown

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Natural: Mat Shad, GP Pro Blue

Bold: GLX Northern Secret, Elegy Bone

•Megabass X–Nanahan +2: https://bit.ly/48fHMSj

Natural: GP Crystal Shad

Bold: MG Vegetable

•Rapala PXR Maverick: https://bit.ly/3EEo6Kt

Natural: Ghost Shiner, Matte Shad

Bold: Hot Blue Frost, Snow Storm

LATE FALL BAITS...

•Shimano World Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

Natural: ST Chiayu, Ghost Ayu

Bold: Chart Silver, Clown

•Shimano World Diver: https://bit.ly/3o1BwrR

Natural: Ghost Ayu, S Hasu

Bold: Chart Silver, Clown

•Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

•Megabass Vision 110+1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr: http://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Favorite Natural Colors: GG Deadly Black Shad, Pro Blue, Matte Shad, Tennessee Shad

Favorite Bold Colors: Elegy Bone, Wakin React, Kohoku Reaction, French Pearl

MEGABASS HOOK UPGRADES...

Split Ring Replacement– Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

110 Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble (Size 5): http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

110 Junior Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu 1X Black (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp

SHIMANO HOOK UPGRADES...

Split Ring Replacement– Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

World Minnow/Diver– Hayabusa TBL930 NRB (Size 5): https://bit.ly/3qBuXkB

Zumverno 95 SP Stock– Hayabusa TBL930 Black (Size 8): https://bit.ly/44qgm9n

Zumverno 95 SP UPGRADE– Hayabusa TBL930 NRB (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3qBuXkB

BAIT FINESSE JERKBAITS...

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Colors: GP Invisible Wakasagi, ITO Tennessee Shad, Elegy Bone

•Duo Realis Rozante 63SP: https://bit.ly/3EFMLOY

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Komochi Wakasagi

•Cultiva Rip N Minnow 70: https://bit.ly/47zp47R

Colors: Blue Scales, Green Scales, Shiner

•Duo Realis Rozante 57MR: https://bit.ly/3YurtNa

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Ghost Wakasagi, Chart Gill Halo

OVERSIZED JERKBAITS...

•Jackall Rerange 130: https://bit.ly/3PaUnNW

Natural: Blue Pearl Shad, Ghost Wakasagi

Bold: Chart Back Pearl, Secret Shad 2

•Megabass ONETEN Max LBO: https://bit.ly/3dfhL9y

Natural: GP Pro Blue, Mat Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone, French Pearl OB

JERKBAIT LINE...

•Sunline Super Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

•Daiwa Hidden Fluorocarbon: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

Preferred Size: 10–12 lb

MATT'S ALL AROUND JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MATT'S FINESSE JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 OneTen Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

MID PRICED JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

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

Line– Sunline FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BFS JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! See it here...

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

Jerkbait Tips For Early Fall! (Tricks To Get More Bites)

It's jerkbait time! The early Fall transition has begun! Bass are focusing on baitfish again and jerkbaits trigger a reaction strike in those hungry bass. If you've ever wanted to experience a wide open jerkbait bite like you've heard other anglers talk about, it's time to go give it a try!

When it comes to jerkbaits, no two baits are alike. Different baits have different applications and learning to use each bait at its best time will help you catch more fish. That said, these are the key baits that we trust to put fish in the boat. When it comes to color, it's time to get out of your comfort zone! Try the bold, obnoxious colors and you might be surprised by the results!

Below you'll find links to the baits and equipment Matt discussed in the video. We've included our best "Traditional" colors, as well as our best "Bold" colors for each bait. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

ALL AROUND JERKBAITS...

•Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

Traditional: Mat Shad, Killer Kawaguchi

Bold: Elegy Bone, Western Clown, Mat Skeleton Shad

•Shimano World Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

Traditional: Ghost Ayu, Pink Smelt

Bold: Clown, Chart Silver, Chart Head

DEEPER DIVING JERKBAIT...

•Megabass Vision 110+1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Traditional: Mat Shad, GP Pro Blue

Bold: Elegy Bone, French Pearl, GP Skeleton Shad

SMALLER JERKBAITS...

•Shimano Zumverno 95 SP: https://bit.ly/3Gbzrmw

Traditional: Pink Smelt, ST Chiayu

Bold: ST Purple, Clown

•Megabass Vision 110 +1 Jr: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Traditional: GP Pro Blue, Kasumi Ito, Mat Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone, GLX Northern Secret, French Pearl

BFS JERKBAITS...

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Traditional: GP Invisible Wakasagi, ITO Tennessee Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone, Hachiro Reaction

•Cultiva Rip N Minnow 70: https://bit.ly/47zp47R

Colors: Blue Scales, Green Scales, Shiner

MEGABASS VISION 110 HOOK UPGRADES...

Split Ring Replacement– Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

110 Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble (Size 5): http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

110 Junior Replacement Hook– Gamakatsu 1X Black (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp

MATT'S ALL AROUND JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MATT'S FINESSE JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 OneTen Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

MID PRICED JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

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

Line– Sunline FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BFS JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): http://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! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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

Fall Jerkbait Fishing! Beginner To Advanced! **Underwater Bait Footage**

We're going all in! Everything you need to know about jerkbaits in one video! Whether you're brand new to jerkbaits and want to learn about the technique, or you're a seasoned pro looking for exact hook weights to balance out your Megabass, we've got you covered!

We're fanatical about jerkbaits! They're one of the best baits ever made for triggering a feed response in a lethargic bass and we think that's worth getting excited about! In today's video Matt covers budget options that will get the beginning angler on the water and catching fish but he also talks fine details about actions, dive angles, and color selection. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits discussed in the video. You'll also find links to our favorite jerkbait combos, related videos, as well as hook upgrades and color recommendations. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

RELATED VIDEOS... 

Soft Jerkbaits with Tim: https://youtu.be/Pja8h3Q3wsA

Hook Upgrades For Jerkbaits: https://youtu.be/Xm7r1usoW2w

JACKALL RERANGE... 

-Jackall Rerange 110: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED

-Jackall Rerange 110 MR: https://bit.ly/2CbWr6X

Favorite Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, HL Hasu

Bold Colors: Secret Shad 2, Matte Pearl White

MEGABASS VISION SERIES... 

-Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

-Megabass Vision 110+1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

-Megabass Vision 110 Jr: http://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

-Megabass Vision 110 Jr +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Favorite Colors: Pro Blue, Matte Shad, Tennessee Shad

Bold Colors: Elegy Bone, Wakin React, Kohoku Reaction

DAMIKI...

-Damiki Slim Jack: https://bit.ly/2Y3QCUl

Favorite Colors: Black Shiner, spay

Bold Colors: White, Real Shad

RAPALA... 

-Rapala Shadow Rap: http://bit.ly/2yjK7fO

-Rapala Shad Rap Deep: https://bit.ly/3aerPi6

-Rapala Rip Stop: http://bit.ly/2Vs7HBf

Favorite Colors: Ghost Shiner, Silver, Elite Blue

Bold Colors: Clown, Gone, Bud

13 FISHING... 

-13 Fishing Whipper Snapper: https://bit.ly/3okRcrq

Favorite Colors: Olive Crush, Gizzard of Oz, Lucky Charm

Bold Colors: Rainbow Shad, Casper Shad

MEGABASS VISION 110 HOOK UPGRADES... 

Split Ring Replacement- Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

110 Replacement Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble (Size 5): http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

110 Junior Replacement Hook- Gamakatsu 1X Black (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp

MATT'S JERKBAIT COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Sunline Assassin 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Alternative Reel: Shimano Curado 70 MGL K: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa

MEGABASS JERKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Megabass Orochi XX Jerkbait Special: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

Line- Sunline Assassin 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET JERKBAIT COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Sunline 12 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