Crankbait Tricks For Pressured Bass With Adam Hinkle! ( Tactical Family )

Welcome to one of the most pressured lakes in the country! Tactical Family member, Adam Hinkle, is no stranger to tough fishing conditions. Today we're jumping in the boat with him for an amazing reaction bite, in the midst of brutal conditions. When most anglers would pick up a spinning rod, Adam reaches for his cranking stick!

The San Diego lakes of Southern California are highly pressured and difficult to fish, even on the best days. Some of the greatest finesse techniques of our lifetime were born on these waterways out of pure necessity. Today, Adam is proving that despite it all, power fishing is still a viable option. He's locking a Frittside in his hand and loading the boat with quality bass!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Adam used in the video. We've included the exact colors for reference, as well as some of our favorite crankbait combos for both enthusiast and budget-minded anglers. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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


CRANKBAIT...

•Berkley Frittside HD 5: https://bit.ly/4hcwfXJ

Color: HD Bluegill, HD Brown Craw


•Berkley Frittside 5: https://bit.ly/4gLRM98

Color: MF Bluegill


FLUOROCARBON LINE...

•Seaguar Tatsu Fluorocarbon: https://bit.ly/4lN1MBm

Size: 15 lb


HIGH END CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer Evoluzion: https://bit.ly/4oXDY0A

Model: Super Griffon Competizione

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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


MID PRICED CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX PRO 7'6" 903C CBR: https://bit.ly/4pQHTwR

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 M (XG): https://bit.ly/4odTDs7

Line– Sunline Crank FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC


BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Fury 705CB: https://bit.ly/4h9DHmn

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

Line– Seaguar Red Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA


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

The Shallow Trick Everyone Overlooks For October Bass Fishing!

Jump in the boat with Matt to learn the most overlooked trick for Fall bass fishing! Matt is demonstrating the techniques with a variety of baits, targeting fish in shallow waters. He's fishing without electronics, showing you exactly how to target these fish, no matter what equipment you own.

Old school bass fishing is incredibly effective, especially in Fall. Using techniques like jigs, soft jerkbaits, and topwater, Matt is able to demonstrate the subtle locations that bass use, often overlooked by other anglers.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear he used throughout the day. We've also included some great budget–friendly options to help you fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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


RELATED VIDEOS…

•Fall Jig Fishing Made Easy!: https://youtu.be/Tu6LgO1i0Mw


TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Juvy Gill


SOFT JERKBAITS...

•Megabass Sling Shad: https://bit.ly/41tgaaT

Colors: G Biwahigai, Oikawa


•Gakamatsu Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Size: 2/0


FULL SIZE JIG...

•Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin' Jig: https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To

•Xzone 4" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Color: Green Pumpkin


FINESSE JIG...

•Nomad Wee Bit Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/43oHE1E

Colors: Ring In

•MissileBaits Mini D Chunk: https://bit.ly/3lGE8gx

Colors: Green Pumpkin


DOBYNS JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 755C: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7'5" Mag Heavy

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

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

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


DAIWA JIG COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Steez AGS 6'9" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/3RhFit1

Model: TargetSniper

Reel– Daiwa Steez SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb

Line– Sunline SniperFC: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'1" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

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

Line– Seaguar Smackdown Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/43KGHQH

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


BUDGET SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO

Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'1" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

Reel– Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/4pGZ4Az

Line– Seaguar Red Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA


BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick 735C: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Model: 7'3" Heavy +

Reel– Shimano SLX A (HG): https://bit.ly/3ZWPeho

Line- Sunline SniperFC (16 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

The Ultimate Finesse Trick For Fall Bass Fishing! (How To Catch Them On The Tough Days)

Finesse fishing can be king this time of year! Whether you're a fan of spinning tackle or Bait Finesse (BFS), these unique techniques will help you catch more fish throughout Fall. From tiny topwater and swimbaits, to unique jigs and creatures, these tricks put fish in the boat, even on the tough days!

Bait finesse fishing continues to sweep the US angling community and many fisherman are eager to see what's coming next. These presentations will help you catch more fish this Fall, and you'll have more fun doing it! And don't worry, you can still take advantage of these opportunities with a spinning rod if you haven't jumped on the BFS train just yet.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment discussed in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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


BFS HARD SWIMBAITS...

•Baitsanity BFS Glide Minnow: https://bit.ly/4od827Y

•Baitsanity BFS Crank Minnow: https://bit.ly/4mOdXz7

Colors: Bluegill, Baby Shad, Minnow


•Bucca Brand 2.5" Trick Shad: https://bit.ly/4blc761

•Bucca Brand Lil Baby Bull Shad: https://bit.ly/46MzYst

Colors: Matte Shad, Threadfintastic


BFS SOFT SWIMBAITS...

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

Sizes: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook


•XZone 2.75 Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad


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

Colors: Albino, Real


KARASHI...

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

Colors: See Through Shad, Glitz Shad, Juvy Gill


Replacement Hook: Tinsel Hook– https://bit.ly/4ltPizz


BFS TEXAS RIG...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Colors: Green Pumpkin/Black Blue, Green Pumpkin Blue


•Owner Rig N Hook: https://bit.ly/2BnniXN

Size: 1/0


•Nako Tungsten Worm Weight: https://bit.ly/4mGDnzD

Size: 1/16 oz


•VMC Sinker Stop (Small): https://bit.ly/38XLQd4


BFS TOPWATER...

•Megabass Baby Pop X: https://bit.ly/3QgjPDY

Colors: MG Sexy Stream, Mat Shad


•R2S Whopper Plopper 60: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Munky Butt, Bone


BFS CRANKBAITS...

•Bill Lewis Gnat: https://bit.ly/3URb85s

Colors: Red Glitter Craw, Ghost Minnow


•Megabass Griffin SR-X: https://bit.ly/3qOyDj6

Colors: GP Kawamatsu, Phantom Green Craw


BFS JERKBAITS...

•Megabass X 70: https://bit.ly/3EplsrV

Colors: Mat Shad, HT Ito Tennessee Shad


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

Colors: All Bait, Komochi Wakasagi


BFS SPYBAIT...

•Duo Realis Spinbait 70 (1/4 oz): https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Morning Dawn


BFS JIG...

•MissileBaits Micro Football: https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Dill Pickle


•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin Black


TIM'S SOFT SWIMBAIT COMBO...

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

Reel– Daiwa PX BF 70: https://bit.ly/3y0fWw0

Line– Sunline SniperFC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


HIGH END TEXAS RIG/SOFT SWIMBAIT COMBO...

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

Models: Kasumi Six Eleven

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

Line– Seaguar PEX8 (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Leader– Sunline SniperFC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


HIGH END KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer Evoluzion Expada: https://bit.ly/4oXDY0A

Model: 6'6" Light Slow

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

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


ALL AROUND KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Sunline SniperFC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


ULTRALIGHT COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Sierra 7'0" (700): https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

Model: 7' Light Extra Fast

Reel– Daiwa Tatula BF70 BFS: https://bit.ly/4b7UbYM

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


ALL AROUND BFS COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


BUDGET BFS COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

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


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

Fall Jig Fishing Made Easy! ( Best Jigs, Jig Trailers, and Locations )

This is everything you need to know to catch more bass with jigs this Fall! The jig bite can be amazing this time of year, and we're going to help you figure out how to do it. We rely on jigs to consistently get BIG bites in Fall, and you can too. From Pitching jigs to football jigs, micro jigs to homemade jigs, Matt is giving up all the details!

Fish position in predictable ways in the Fall. They sit near hard structures like dock pilings, lay down trees, and rocks. Understanding how fish are positioning is half the battle. Pay attention as Matt explains how to breaks down water and when he relies on different jig styles. Getting bit on the jig is easy, you just need to build confidence to throw it. From there, it's all about selecting the right rod so you can land the fish that you hook.

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs, trailers and gear discussed in the video. We've included Matt's favorite colors, trailers, as well as the rod and reel combos he uses to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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


RELATED VIDEOS…

•How To Make Your Own Finesse Jig: https://youtu.be/VyIwpZLmJ4w


IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Bait– Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin' Jig: https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To

Trailer– Xzone 4" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Color: Green Pumpkin


PITCHING JIGS...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin' Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Colors: The Go To, Canterbury Craw, Supermatt Brown


•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin' Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Colors: The Go To, Canterbury Craw, Supermatt Brown


•Nomad Wee Bit Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/43oHE1E

Colors: Ring In, Green Pumpkin, PB & J


FINESSE JIGS…

•Dirty Jigs 3/8 oz Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Colors: The Go To, Alabama Craw, Kentucky Craw


•Dirty Jigs 3/8 oz Weekender Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/4yMGvzL

Colors: Brown Craw, Green Pumpkin Orange, The Go To


FOOTBALL JIGS…

•Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Finesse Football Jig: https://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Colors: Supermatt Brown, The Go To, Alabama Craw


•Keitech 3/8 oz Tungsten Football Jig: https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Brown Purple, Green Pumpkin


HULA GRUB AND HEAD...

•Yamamoto 2.5" Hula Grub: https://bit.ly/497jz1m

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple And Copper


•VMC Finesse Football Jighead: https://bit.ly/3CZ1cQK

Preferred Size: 1/4 – 3/8 oz


JIG TRAILERS…

•Xzone Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Sizes: 4" and 3.25"

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red Flake


•MissileBaits Mini D Chunk: https://bit.ly/3lGE8gx

Colors: Super Bug, Green Pumpkin, Goby Bite


•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Green Pumpkin Purp Copper Flake, Green Pumpkin Black


•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin/Black Blue, Green Pumpkin


MATT’S DOBYNS JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 755C: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7'5" Mag Heavy

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

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


SHIMANO PITCHING JIG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

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


MICRO JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 723C: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model… 7'2" Medium Heavy

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

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


BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick 735C: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Model: 7'3" Heavy +

Reel– Shimano SLX A (HG): https://bit.ly/3ZWPeho

Line- Sunline SniperFC (16 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

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