Top 5 Baits For Post Spawn Bass Fishing! (Early Summer Transition)

These Bass Lures Work Right Now!! These are the baits we rely on after bass stop spawning. The post spawn transition can be tough to understand but we've got you covered! Lately we've covered where fish go after the spawn, today we're focused on the confidence baits we rely on to catch them. Whether you fish shallow or deep, these are the baits we trust!

This time of year can be amazing because bass tend to school together. When you locate them it can be fish after fish for hours! Understanding where the fish position is one piece of the puzzle, knowing which baits to fish confidently is the remaining piece. Today Tim is covering his favorite baits for post spawn bass fishing in a variety of different situations. From muddy water to clear, deep to shallow, these are the baits he uses during the coming months.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim discussed in the video. We've also included some of our favorite budget friendly combos for these techniques. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehousehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

RELATED VIDEOS...

•Where Do Bass Go After The Spawn: https://youtu.be/OlA_eIN1VCE

SHAD SPAWN BAITS...

•Nichols Catalyst: https://bit.ly/3QfCSuM

Colors: Tactical Shad, Bombshell Shad

•Bait– Megabass SV 3 Spinnerbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Wakasagi, Hasu

Stinger Hook– Hayabusa Trailer: https://bit.ly/417hdei

Size: 1/0

POPPERS...

•Megabass Pop Max: https://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Mat Shad, MB Gizzard

•Shimano World Pop: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Colors: N Smelt, T Smelt

FULL SIZE TOPWATER...

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, Wagin Hasu 2

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 110: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Bone, Munky Butt

TOPWATER FROGS...

•Jackall Kaera: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu

•Snagproof Bobby's Perfect: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Colors: Grey Ghost, Hot Mess

UNDERSPIN SWIMBAITS...

•Xzone Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Sizes: 3.5, 4.0, 4.75

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 5/0, 1/4 oz

•Dirty Jigs TacticalBassin Underspin: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz

FLUKE…

•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Albino, Smokin Shad

•Gamakatsu EWG Superline: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 4/0

CRANKBAIT...

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

Colors: Summer Minnow, Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Citrus Shad, Green Gizzard Shad

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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Sexy Shad

WOBBLE HEAD...

•Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football: https://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Size: 1/2 oz with 4/0 Hook, 3/4 oz with 5/0 Hook

•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug

BUDGET SPINNERBAIT/UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'1" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

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

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 7'3" Medium Heavy Moderate Fast: https://bit.ly/3xZbLAy

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

Line– Sunline FC (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Line– Sufix 832 (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

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

Where Do Bass Go After The Spawn? (And The Baits We Use To Catch Them)

As bass finish spawning they move out to deeper water. This begins one of the most predictable times of the year, and fish catching becomes easy! If this transition has confused you, we're here to help! We're going to show you how these fish move and how to get ahead of them so you can consistently catch fish.

Once bass back away from the shore they typically rest for a few days before beginning their transition. The pattern they follow differs slightly depending on the type of lake you're on, but the concepts apply equally to all of these locations. Once the bass have recuperated they typically split into two distinct groups. Some turn around and re-enter the shallows, while others run the pre-spawn stops in reserve on their way to outside, offshore structures.

Depending on the type of fishery you're on, the baits can differ dramatically. We primarily focus our time on faster moving, reaction baits, but we mix in a few bottom contact presentations as well. Below you'll find links to all the baits Matt discussed in the video. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TOPWATER...

•Megabass Pop Max: https://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Aurora Reaction

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, Sexy Shad, Wagin Hasu 2

•Snagproof Bobby's Perfect Frog: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Color: Bluegill

UNDERSPINS...

•Dirty Jigs TacticalBassin Underspin: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Size: 3/8 – 1/2 oz

•Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 1/4 oz, 5/0 Hook

•Storm 3.5" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Xzone 4.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Sexy Shad

•Nomad D Trak 65: https://bit.ly/4a5wAYX

Colors: Sexy Shad, Citrus Shad

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

Colors: Summer Minnow, Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad

SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 4/0

NOSE HOOKED FLUKE...

•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Albino, Smokin Shad

•Owner CPS Spring: https://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

Size: Medium

•Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Size: 1/0

SHAKEY HEAD...

•Netbait T Mac Worm: https://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug

•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shakey: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz

YAMATANUKI...

•Yamamoto Yamatanuki: https://bit.ly/3lZaMe3

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pumpkin Black

•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 4/0

WOBBLE HEAD...

•Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football: https://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Size: 1/2 oz with 4/0 Hook, 3/4 oz with 5/0 Hook

•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug

BUDGET ALL AROUND CASTING ROD...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Blue Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/48EP2Hz

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'2" Medium Heavy Mod Glass: https://bit.ly/49VWq0N

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

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

Topwater Baits And Finesse Tricks For The Early Summer Transition!

Come along for an awesome afternoon on the water! Fish are in transition along the Tennessee River and we're going to catch them! Tim employs some of his best confidence baits to catch the tail end of the post spawn transition and the beginning of the Early Summer bite! 

When fish are in transition the bite can get tough. This is when a lot of anglers turn to "junk fishing" with 10 or 15 combos on the deck. We don't take it that far, but we do have some key confidence baits for this time of year. Watch as Tim picks up the right bait for each situation, moving between topwater, subsurface reaction, and finesse presentations. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used throughout the video. We've included the exact colors and components for each presentation. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TOPWATER FROG...

•Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Color: Chart Strike Gill

TOPWATER...

•Shimano World Pop: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Color: T Smelt

DROPSHOT...

Bait– MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Color: MissileMorning

Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 1/0

Weight– Swagger Vader 1/4 oz: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z

KARASHI...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Color: Kasumi Ito KS

THE SENKO...

Bait– Yamamoto 5" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Electric Shad

Hook– Hayabusa Wacky: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1/0

Band– VMC Crossover: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'3" XH: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

POPPER COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 6'8" Medium XF: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

SENKO COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/388U0PD

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

Line– Sunline 12 lb Braid: https://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: https://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

Fishing Isolated Grass For Post Spawn Bass ( Florida Bass Fishing )

After the spawn a lot of anglers lose track of the bass. Here's what you need to know! Some fish stay shallow around cover to recuperate from the spawn while others go out to deep water. The fish heading to deep water typically don't go far, back out to the first break or first piece of offshore cover. Come along for a day on the water as we target these fish!

Bass typically spend several weeks recovering from the spawn before continuing on to their Summer haunts. Tim and JD landed perfectly in this window in Central Florida and were able to target those fish effectively with a variety of baits. From chatterbaits to drop shots, they probed offshore isolated grass in search of big bass on a new fishery. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear the guys used throughout the day as they explored the fishery. We've included the exact sizes and colors for each, along with some of key rods they relied on to get their fish in the boat. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

UNDERSPINS...

•Big Bite Baits 4.8" Pro Swimmer: https://bit.ly/3AeQsaS

Color: Sunfish

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Owner Flashy Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 5/0, 1/4 oz

CHATTERBAITS...

•ZMan Evergreen JackHammer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin

•Zman CrossEyez (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

Color: Shad Spawn

CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

•Yamamoto Zako: http://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Color: Green Pumpkin Black

•Hog Farmer 4.5" Spunk Shad: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Electric Shad

WEIGHTED FLUKE...

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

Color: Electric Shad

Hook– Owner Weighted TwistLock: https://bit.ly/3oPzzSU

Size: 4/0, 1/8 oz

DROPSHOT WORMS...

•Missile Baits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Color: PB&J Time

•Yamamoto 4" Shad Shape Worm: http://bit.ly/2kpP4wF

Color: Monster Shad

DROPSHOT COMPONENTS...

Cover Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2/0

Open Hook– BKK DSS Worm: https://bit.ly/41YruKp

Size: 1/0

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Vader Skinny: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z

Size: 1/4 oz

SWIM JIG...

Bait– Megabass Uoze Swimmer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2kmDjdK

Color: Gill

Trailer– Keitech Fat Swing Impact (4.8"): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Sungill

CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate System Shock 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

HEAVY COVER DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

AFFORDABLE ALL AROUND COMBO…

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7'2" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (15 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