Simple Trick To Catch Bass When Its Cold!
When cold snaps hit, fishing can be brutal! Here's a quick trick we use to get fish to react and bite when they won't touch anything else! Whether they've suspended, gone deep, or just developed lock jaw, cracking a tube is a great way to catch bass in the cold.
We all love to power fish in the Fall but when cold weather comes in, that bite can shut down in a hurry. Turning to baits like the dropshot, Neko rig, Ned rig, or slow dragging a tube are all great ways to get a bite. But if you still want to get them to react, try cracking the tube. Instead of using your standard tube head, grab a 1/2 - 3/4 ounce head. Let the bait fall to bottom then use a sharp double snap of the rod to get the bait to hop up off the bottom and fall back down on a semi-tight line. Something about these erratic movements draws a reaction strike, even during these tough conditions.
Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment Tim used throughout the day. We've also included some of our other favorite baits for this technique. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
TODAY'S BAITS...
Tube- Big Bite Tour Tube: http://bit.ly/32e23VR
Colors: Green Pump Orange Firetail, Green Pump Purp Copper
Tube Head- Bite Me Tube Head (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2CV3o7S
Dropshot- Megabass Hazedong 3": http://bit.ly/2CIwgzt
Colors: Ghost Shad, Tennessee Shad
Hook- Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Weight- Swagger Tungsten 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx
OTHER GREAT TUBES...
-Netbait STH 4" Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3aU0oeU
Colors: Frosty Pumpkin, Ten Point
-Savage Gear 4" Goby Tube: https://bit.ly/33QGXzy
Colors: Brown Pump Copper Purp, Watermelon Copper Purple
-Dry Creek 3.5" Double Dip: https://bit.ly/38BgQ15
Colors: Watermelon Craw, Bama Craw
TIM'S TUBE CRACKING COMBO...
Rod- G-Loomis NRX+ 854C: http://bit.ly/2hedqsq
Reel- Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Super FC 12lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
TIM'S DROPSHOT SETUP...
Rod- Expride 7' Medium: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Reel- Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line- Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
"BANG FOR THE BUCK" TUBE CRACKING COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Curado 7'2" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft
Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Super FC 12lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
BUDGET TUBE CRACKING COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line- Sunline Super FC 12 lb Fluorocarbon: 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
