Underspin Tips For Early Summer Bass + A Secret Topwater Bait!

Come along for a fun day on the water! It wasn't supposed to rain, but that's okay! It doesn't take long for Matt to dial in an awesome pattern, targeting bass with a combination of topwater and underspins. He breaks down where the fish are positioning, why they're there, and shows exactly how to catch them.

The underspin should never be overlooked! Today, Matt highlights its effectiveness around schooling fish. The fish are keyed in on shad, and the topwater and underspin used in tandem, are the perfect combination to catch these fish. Watch as Matt dials in bait size, swimbait action, and location, to maximize his time on the water.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We've included his exact colors, sizes, and other pertinent information. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


TOPWATER...

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

Recommended Colors: Megabass Sexy Shad, HT Ito Tennessee Shad


MINI UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz


•Xzone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


•Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: TW Ghost Shad


FULL SIZE UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook


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

Color: Sexy Shad


TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

Model: 853C MBR

Reel– Shimano Metanium 70 DC: https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


MINI UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2KS92gK

Model: 722

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

Line– Seaguar PEX8 (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

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


UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'4" Heavy Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 6'9" Medium: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sufix Advance (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


TODAY'S RAIN GEAR...

•Aftco Transformer Packable Jacket: https://bit.ly/3t4y4lP


FAVORITE RAIN GEAR...

•Aftco Fortress Rain Jacket: https://bit.ly/42LrGQ8

•Aftco Fortress Rain Bibs: https://bit.ly/4aPp45O


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

Tricks To Catch Bass In The Wind! (Post Spawn Bass Fishing)

Fishing in the wind doesn’t have to be tough! Jump in Matt’s Skeeter, and learn the tricks to using wind to your advantage! Watch as he breaks down a brand new lake in the middle of a wind storm. Not only does he use the wind, he puts together a great limit of fish!

Exploring a new lake is rarely an easy task. Throw wind into the mix, and it can be downright tough! Matt had to pull all the stops today, but in the end he catches a BIG ONE! The fishery he’s on today has a lot of shallow vegetation so Matt used a combination of swim jig, underspin, and frogs to get key bites throughout the day.

Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. He’s also included the exact colors for each bait. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


COMPACT SWIM JIG…

•Dirty Jigs Compact Swim Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/43OSFY1

Color: Tactical Shad

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

Color: Gizzard Shad


SWIM JIG…

•Dirty Jigs Swim Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Color: Crappie

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


UNDERSPIN…

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Underspin (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Hook Size: 2/0

•Xzone 4” Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


SPRO FROG…

•Spro Bronzeye 65 Frog: https://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Colors: Killer Gill, Navy Seal


SWIM JIG COMBO…

Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme 7’4” Heavy: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji


UNDERSPIN COMBO…

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7’1” Medium X Fast: https://bit.ly/4bX4gZK

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MGX 3000: https://bit.ly/3C7KTAd

Line– Seaguar PEX8 (18 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

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


FROG COMBO…

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

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

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


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

How To Catch Shallow Bass Right Now! (Shad Spawn Fishing)

Its time! The bass are shallow and you can catch them! There is a short window in Spring when shad are spawning and bass are aggressively chasing them, don't miss it! Come along for a crazy morning on the water as Matt takes full advantage of the shad spawn bite!

The shad spawn is an open door for bass fishermen to have a great morning on the water. Forget the post-spawn blues, get up early, and catch a bunch of fish! The key to this pattern is fast moving baits with flash, combined with likely locations for a spawn. At first light the shad will be spawning along shallow banks, grass, even docks, and the bass will be ready to ambush them!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt used in the video. We've also included his exact rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


RELATED VIDEO...

•Adam Hinkle Breaks Down The Shad Spawn: https://youtu.be/3HOLCoUM-RA


CHATTERBAIT...

•Zman Elite Evo Mini Max Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3EahpTT

Colors: Electric Shad

•Hog Farmer 4" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Colors: Electric Shad


POPPER...

•Nomad Chug Norris Popper: https://bit.ly/3wn1zRJ

Color: Holo Ghost Shad


WALKING BAIT...

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

Color: Megabass Sexy Shad


UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

•Xzone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


SPINNERBAIT...

•War Eagle Screamin Eagle (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2IEHHjA

Color: Mouse

•Gamakatsu Spinnerbait Trailer: https://bit.ly/2IGCfg1

Size: 2/0


POPPER COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 7'2" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: DRX 723 C

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG–X: https://bit.ly/4dv7WT0

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


WALKING BAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

Model: 853C MBR

Reel– Shimano Metanium 70 DC: https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2KS92gK

Model: 722

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

Line– Seaguar PEX8 (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

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


BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 6'9" Medium: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sufix Advance (17 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

Underspins And Finesse Swimbait Tricks For Late Spring And Early Summer!

Some Swimbaits are way better than others, how do you know the difference?! Today we're comparing how different swimbaits move in the water, and when they will catch fish. We're also looking at how different head styles impact action, and when to use them. If you're tired of being confused, we're about to answer all your questions!

Finesse swimbaits are awesome! They catch large numbers of fish, and they catch giants too! It wasn't long ago that there were only 2 styles of finesse swimbait on the market... today it can take up an entire row at your local shop. So what's the deal? Which baits should you be using? And does that answer change throughout the year? Let's find out!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and heads Tim discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, as well as some of our favorite combos for fishing these lures. 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...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

•Xzone 2.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


FINESSE SWIMBAITS...

•Keitech Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Size: 2.8" – 3.8"

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Gizzard Shad


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

Size: 2.75" – 4"

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Tennessee Shad


•Crush City Mayor: https://bit.ly/43Uhyli

Size: 2.5" – 3"

Color: Shad, Gizzard Shad, Electric Shad


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

Size: 3" – 3.5"

Color: Albino Shad, Gizzard Shad


COLD WATER SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass Spark Shad: https://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Size: 3" – 4"

Colors: Silver Shad, Albino, Real


•Megabass Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Size: 3" – 1/2 oz

Colors: Wakasagi, Haze, Donko


•ZMan TRD Gobyz: https://bit.ly/3P35U1R

Colors: Goby Bryant, The Deal


•Xzone Stealth Invader: https://bit.ly/43OrFJx

Colors: Natural Goby, Touchdown, 309


UNDERSPINS...

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

Size: 1/8 – 3/8 oz


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

Size: 3/8 oz – 3/4 oz


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

Size: 1/8 oz – 1/0


FINESSE SWIMBAIT HEADS...

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/0 Hook


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

Size: 2/0 Hook


•Dirty Jigs Tactical Screwed Up Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/3U5RsIx

Size: 3/16 – 3/8 oz


•Megabass Okashira Screw Head: https://bit.ly/2EpluSA

Size: 1/8 oz


BFS COMBO...

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

Reel– Daiwa PX BF70 BF Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/3y0fWw0

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


DARK SLEEPER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

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


MEGABASS SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 7'6" Light+ Flyssa: https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Reel– Shimano Vanford 3000: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line– Power Pro Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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