Bait Finesse Tricks (BFS) For Summer Bass Fishing!

Bait Finesse is here to stay! The trend of throwing finesse lures on ultralight bait casting equipment instead of spinning rods is sweeping the US! There are plenty of anglers who still enjoy spinning tackle, but the number that are switching over to BFS bait casting setups is staggering!

Since bait finesse is a budding concept in the US market we're taking the time to show you how we adapt these setups to Summer time fishing. From  topwater, to underspins, to flukes, you can target bass with a variety of ultralight presentations and have a ton of fun this Summer!

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

TOPWATER...

•Evergreen Shower Blows 77.7: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Full Metal, Neon Wakasagi

•River2Sea 60 Whopper Plopper: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Phantom Shad, Bluegill, Bone

•Damiki Umpa 40 BFS Popper: https://bit.ly/42XSQkD

Colors: Mossy Shad, Ghost Minnow

•Megabass Pop X Popper: https://bit.ly/3i9T3sg

Colors: Mat Shad, Gill

•Rapala Ultralight Popper: https://bit.ly/3FzvsNP

Colors: Gold Chrome, Lime Frog

UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/8 oz

Bait– Keitech 2.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

CREATURE BAIT...

Bait– ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin Orange, Green Pumpkin

Head– Reins Cover JigHead: https://bit.ly/3NeYlWw

Size: 1/16 oz

CRAW BAIT...

Reins 2.5" Ring Craw: https://bit.ly/3U0OQvC

Colors: Watermelon Seed, Green Pumpkin

Weight– Reins Slip Sinker: https://bit.ly/3Kx0Fqz

Size: 1/16 oz

Hook– Gamakatsu Offset EWG: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Size: 2

SOFT JERKBAIT...

Bait– Jackall 3.5" Rhythm Wag: https://bit.ly/3NT6OvF

Color: Prism Shad, SS Shad

Hook– Gamakatsu Offset EWG: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Size: 1

CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala Ultralight Crank: https://bit.ly/3qSt14V

Colors: Chrome, Shad

•Shimano Macbeth 39 Tiny: https://bit.ly/3xTsnG0

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Ghost Shad, Sleeper Shad

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

Colors: Mossy Shad, Ghost Minnow, Olive Flash Shad

BAIT FINESSE LINE...

Clear Fluorocarbon: Sunline Super FC: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Preferred Size: 7 lb

Green Fluorocarbon: Daiwa J Fluoro Hidden: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

Preferred Size: 7 lb

Braid… Sufix 131: https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Preferred Size 6-10 lb

BAIT FINESSE REELS...

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

•KastKing Zephyr Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3cy03ij

BAIT FINESSE RODS...

Topwater– Cashion Icon Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Model: 7'0" Light

Micro Poppers– Megabass P5 Destroyer: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Pop X Stick

Tiny Cranks– Shimano Curado Casting: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Model: 6'10" Light Glass

Creatures (Flipping)– Shimano Expride: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Model: 7'2" ML+ (Medium Light+)

Craws– Cashion Icon Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Model: 6'10" Medium Light

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... 

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This Trick Makes Bass Fishing Way More Fun

Bait Finesse! Have you tried it yet? Nothing will turn a tough day on the water around faster than a BFS setup and some micro baits. A day full of tiny fish that would normally be a "tough day" is suddenly a blast! Its hard to explain just how fun this method of finesse fishing is until you try it for yourself, but if you're ready to change your fishing for the better, its time to try Bait Finesse!

Bait finesse isn't new. Its been around in Japan for decades and has slowly trickled into the US over the past 10 years. However, the arrival of the Curado BFS reel last year kicked the Bait Finesse movement into high gear. If you primarily catch smaller bass, fish small bodies of water, or your fish are heavily pressured, turning to BFS can completely change your fishing for the better!

While there are very few "BFS Baits" there are a lot of awesome finesse baits that work well for Bait Finesse Fishing. Below you'll find links to our favorite rods and reels for the technique, along with many of our favorite baits by category. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

BFS REELS...

•Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

•Kast King Zephyr: https://bit.ly/3cy03ij

THE RODS BY TECHNIQUE...

Micro Flipping– Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Micro Topwater/Spy Bait– Megabass P5 Z Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Small Crankbaits– G Loomis IMX Pro 7'2" MH Deep Flex: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Micro Crankbaits– Shimano Curado 6'10" Light Glass: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Micro Swimbaits– Dobyns Sierra 7' 0 Power (700): https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

Ultra Sensitivity– G Loomis Conquest 782C MBR: http://bit.ly/2iL1PAY

Micro Finesse– Daiwa Steen AGS 6'8" Light: https://bit.ly/3RhFit1

LINES...

Fluorocarbon– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Braid– Power Pro Spectra (8 lb): http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Braid– Sufix 131 (6 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

SMALL CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala Ultralight Crank: https://bit.ly/3qSt14V

Colors: Chrome, Shad

•Shimano Macbeth 39 Tiny: https://bit.ly/3xTsnG0

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Ghost Shad, Sleeper Shad

•Megabass Z-1 Crank: https://bit.ly/2Y9dkHB

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Wild Craw, Mat Craw 2

SMALL TOPWATER...

•Owner Cultiva Zip N Ziggy: https://bit.ly/3BTMLuh

Colors: Natural Minnow, Shiner, Brown Trout

•Whopper Plopper 60: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Phantom Shad, Monkey Butt, Bone

•Rapala Ultralight Popper: https://bit.ly/3FzvsNP

Colors: Chrome, Clown, Yellow Perch

MICRO FINESSE SOFT PLASTICS...

•Zman Micro Finesse TRD: https://bit.ly/3d8bmBm

Colors: Coppertreuse, Green Pumpkin, The Deal

•Zman Micro Finesse TicklerZ: https://bit.ly/3BIABob

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Hot Snakes

NED HEADS... 

Micro– Z Man Micro Finesse Shroomz (1/15th): https://bit.ly/3QDdlw7

Lead– Z Man OG (1/32 - 1/16th): https://bit.ly/3nyFyZc

MICRO TEXAS RIG SOFT PLASTICS...

•Savage Gear Ned Salamander: https://bit.ly/3rSNi8g

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple Copper, Mojito

•Zman TRD BugZ: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Sprayed Grass, Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw

MICRO TEXAS RIGGING...

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Vader 1/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

Heavy Wire Hook– Owner Rig-N-Hook Size 1/0: http://bit.ly/2BnniXN

Light Wire Hook– Owner J-Light Size 1/0: https://bit.ly/3HDg0SH

MICRO SWIMBAIT...

•Keitech 2.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

•Megabass 3" Spark Shad: http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Color: Real, Albino

Head– Dirty Jigs Guppy (1/8 with 1/0): http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

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

BUYER'S GUIDE: Ned Rig Baits, Rigging, And Finesse Fishing Gear!

In today's Buyers Guide we're covering all things "Ned Rig"! The Ned Rig has taken the bass fishing industry by storm! This finesse technique catches fish throughout the country, almost regardless of conditions. From shallow fishing in Spring to deep bluff wall fishing in Winter, it catches fish! 

The Ned Rig has become a staple in nearly every angler's boat and as a result, has caught the attention of all the major lure companies in the industry. With dozens of new Ned products hitting the market each year, its hard to see through the tentacles, paddle tails, and claws, to know which baits are worth your time. 

Below you'll find links to our favorite baits, heads, and equipment. We've even included our favorite sizes and colors where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES... 

•$200 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/YqWwjXJtkdo

•Ultra High End Rods And Reels: https://youtu.be/-4aUElWcGxw

•BFS (Bait Finesse) Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/xaEw2WvkgZA

•Tackle Storage Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/LKx-j4484o8

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/p9zYUYcU3zk

•Crankbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/9UgdA1Tytrw

•Spinnerbait And Chatterbait Guide: https://youtu.be/StzQaKF4LSs

•Ned Krig Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/vxmYy7kLVoY

STAPLE NED RIG BAITS...

•Zman Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin Goby

•Zman TRD Bugz: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Canada Craw, Mud Bug, Green Pumpkin

•Zman TRD Ticklerz: http://bit.ly/2mGyDAC

Colors: Drew's Craw, Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin

UNIQUE NED BAITS...

•Roboworm 3" Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Colors: TW Black Blue Pumpkin, Desert Craw

•Yamamoto 3" Ned Floater: https://bit.ly/3BIjwL2

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pump Watermelon Lam

•Savage Gear Ned Salamander: https://bit.ly/3rSNi8g

Colors: Mojito, Green Pumpkin Purple Copper

•Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd

Colors: Bluetonium Green Pump Core, Wtrmln Red Core

ZMan MICRO FINESSE...

•ZMan Micro Finesse TRD: https://bit.ly/3d8bmBm

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Yoga Pants, The Deal

•ZMan Micro Finesse Tiny Ticklerz: https://bit.ly/3BIABob

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Hot Snakes

NED RIG HEADS...

•ZMan Micro Finesse Shroomz: https://bit.ly/3QDdlw7

Size: 1/15 oz

•ZMan Ned Lockz HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Size: 1/10 oz

•Swagger Tungsten Flanders Head: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M

Colors: Green Pumpkin or Chartreuse

Size: 1/8

HIGH END NED COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 821S NRR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

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

Line– Sunline SX1 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

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

MID PRICED NED COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'6" Light: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line– Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

BUDGET NED COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" M Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel– Daiwa BG 2000: http://bit.ly/32Xscbb

Line– Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

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