Exploring A Crazy Shallow Lake With An Aluminum Boat! (How To Find And Catch Bass)

We’re exploring a crazy new lake today! Jump in the boat with Matt and come experience this wild fishery, where water that’s less than a foot deep is the norm, but it’s full of quality bass, even Smallmouth! This lake has been on Matt’s bucket list for years. He tried to fish here once before and got his truck and boat stuck in the mud. Today he’s returned with an aluminum boat, determined to explore this unique lake.

Any time we break down a new lake we begin by power fishing. Matt’s first few fish came on the chatterbait, followed by the swimbait, spinnerbait, and soft jerkbait. Only after the bite slowed did Matt begin finesse fishing, ultimately locking in a third pattern to round out the day.

Below you’ll find links to the baits we used throughout the day. We’ve also included links to the exact baits, hooks, and gear, including Matt’s very specific rod and reel combos that he uses to fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICALBASSIN MERCH...

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

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

CHATTERBAITS...

•Zman Evo Elite Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Color: Alabama Bream

•Zman 4.5" Chatter Shad: https://bit.ly/4jPaGOX

Color: Baby Gill

•Zman Jackhammer Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Ghost Baby Gill

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

Color: TW Sunfish Magic

MAGDRAFT...

•Megabass 6" Magdraft Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Color: Nude Rainbow

SPINNERBAIT...

•Megabass SV–3 Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Ayu

SOFT JERKBAIT...

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

Color: Wakasagi

•BKK Offset Worm Hook: https://bit.ly/48hOoBq

Size: 2/0

KARASHI...

•Megabass Karashi 80: https://bit.ly/4lgNFFK

Color: SH Bass CS

FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

•Yamamoto 2.7" Shibo Swimmer: https://bit.ly/4txT8vy

Color: Tennessee Shad

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

Size: 1/4 oz , 1/0 Hook

TERMINAL AND TACKLE STORAGE...

•BKK OCD Fully Loaded Tackle Storage Box: https://bit.ly/46ph2OI

•Buzbe Swarm 28 Tackle Bag: https://bit.ly/3JyGtnA

MAGDRAFT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Levante 7'6" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/4wr0Ach

Model: Magdraft Special

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

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

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae97J9

SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer 7'1" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Dark Sleeper

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

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

SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend X2 7'1" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/3IOSXcJ

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC 70 A: https://bit.ly/49al91d

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

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (15 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

FAVORITE CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer "Daemos": https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

Model: 7'2" Medium+

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

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

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

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

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

Rig Tricks For Fall And Winter Bass! (There's A Reason Everyone Keeps This Quiet)

This is arguably the most overlooked rig in bass fishing! Tournaments banned them, anglers keep them quiet, but today we're shining a spotlight back on the A-Rig. This is a major part of our cold water fishing, and it should be part of yours too. The Rig's ability to trigger fish into biting is incredible, and if you're not taking advantage of it, someone else is!

Alabama Rigs are an amazing tool to target big, lethargic fish. The way bass react to this schooling presentation is unlike any other lure. The downside of these rigs is how cumbersome they are to cast and retrieve! We've worked hard to develop rigs that are comfortable to fish, durable, and effective.

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

TACTICALBASSIN MERCH...

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

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

TACTICAL BLADED RIGS...

•Hog Farmer Tactical MICRO Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

•Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/38xd1es

•Hog Farmer Tactical 5 Hook Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/429NWTK

TACTICAL NON BLADED RIGS...

•Hog Farmer Tactical MICRO Flex (Non Bladed): https://bit.ly/3Rui7Oc

•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Non Bladed): https://bit.ly/3isTio0

•Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Non Bladed): https://bit.ly/3vhpSez

SWIMBAIT HEADS (Largest To Smallest)...

•TacticalBassin Screwed Up Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/3U5RsIx

Recommended Size: 1/8 – 3/8 oz

=•Matt Allen Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Recommended Size: 1/8 – 3/8 oz

•ZMan Trout Eye Finesse Head: https://bit.ly/3C7H1iL

Recommended Size: 1/8 oz

SWIMBAITS FOR MICRO RIG…

•XZone Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Size: 2.75"

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Yamamoto Shibo Swimmer: https://bit.ly/4txT8vy

Size: 2.7"

Color: Natural Shad, Sexy Shad, Tennessee Shad

SWIMBAITS FOR MINI AND FLEX RIG...

•XZone Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Size: 3.5 - 4.75”

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

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

Sizes: 3.8" - 4.8"

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Keitech Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Size: 3.5" – 4.5"

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

•Keitech Pro Packs: https://bit.ly/418wxdb

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

DUMMY BAITS (Non Hooked)…

•Damiki Armor Shad: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Size: 3”

Colors: American Shad, Pure Gill

•Yamamoto Shibo Swimmer: https://bit.ly/4txT8vy

Size: 2.7"

Color: Natural Shad, Sexy Shad, Tennessee Shad

•MissileBaits ShockWave Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3Y72VKC

Colors: Fishaliscious, Frosted Purple

FAVORITE RIG AND SWIMBAIT COMBINATIONS...

Micro – 1/8 oz Zman Trout Eye Finesse / 2.7" Yamamoto Shibo Swimmer

Mini – 1/8 oz Matt Allen Head / 4" Xzone Swammer

Flex/5 Hook – 1/8 oz Screwed Up Head / 4.75" Keitech Fat Swing Impact

RIG STORAGE...

•Rig Rangler: https://bit.ly/3DqKUw2

•Rod Glove XL Sleeve: http://bit.ly/2GFOT9R

•TW Alabama Rig Bag: https://bit.ly/3Z1xAbH

DOBYNS RIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Champion Extreme HP: https://bit.ly/2ab2kRX

Model: 7'8" Heavy, 784

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (24 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

FENWICK COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'8" Med Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo SX VoltIQ: https://bit.ly/493t4Qq

Line– Berkley X9 Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/3Xv5oze

Leader– Berkley Big Game (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3361fGi

BUDGET COMBO...

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

Model: 7'3" Heavy +

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

Line- Seaguar Red Label (20 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

November Bass Fishing Tricks ( As Water Temps Drop )

Cobi Pellerito is doing some Fall bass fishing in the North and he’s invited us along for the ride. Jump in the passenger seat and enjoy the show as he targets big fish at the end of the season. He’s exploring a brand new lake, covering water, and looking for active fish. Listen to the details of how he selects likely spots to fish, and how he adapts to get consistent bites.

Cobi is an excellent addition to the Tactical Family and brings an incredible knowledge base, honed through years of targeting trophy Smallmouth and Largemouth. Today he focused on fishing that were staging around juvenile baitfish, and caught a variety of species. It’s no surprise that a minnow and a swimbait made up the majority of the catches, but he was very specific with his bait and color choices.

Below you’ll find links to all the baits he used throughout the day. We’ve included the exact colors, jigheads, as well as details of the rods and reels he used to fish the baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

RELATED VIDEOS…

•The Tactical Family Is Growing! Cobi Pellerito Joins The Team: https://youtu.be/VwIE7v07VyA

COBI'S SOCIAL...

Cobi's Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/cobi.pellerito/

MINNOW BAITS…

Bait – Megabass Haze ST: http://bit.ly/4l1S2Tq

Color: Natural Borealis Shad

Head– Gamakatsu Horizon Ball jig head: http://bit.ly/4d288cp

Size: 3/32 oz,  1/0 Hook

Bait – Megabass Sling Shad: http://bit.ly/41tgaaT

Color: Ayu 

Head – Gamakatsu Horizon LG: http://bit.ly/3QklyHO

Size: 1/0 Hook, 3/16 oz

SPARK SHAD…

Bait – Megabass Spark Shad: http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Sizes: 3” & 3.6”

Colors: Real and Green Pumpkin 

Head– Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 3/8 oz, 1/0 Hook and 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook

JERKBAIT…

•Megabass X Nanahan +2: http://bit.ly/48fHMSj

Color: GP Crystal Shad

HAZE ST COMBO…

Rod – Megabass Destroyer P5: http://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Model: Whippet

Reel – Daiwa Fuego LT 3000: http://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Line – Cortland Master braid (8 lb): https://bit.ly/4yu4O4U

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

SLING SHAD COMBO…

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5: https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Model: Baby Plugging

Reel– Daiwa Tatula MQ LT 4000: https://bit.ly/3IWhxbv

Line– Cortland Masterbraid (8lb): https://bit.ly/4yu4O4U

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

SPARK SHAD COMBO…

Rod– Megabass X10: https://bit.ly/4itkShC

Model: Jade Python 

Reel– Daiwa Exist 3000: http://bit.ly/453vyds

Line– Cortland Masterbraid (8lb): https://bit.ly/4yu4O4U

Leader– Sunline SniperFC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

JERKBAIT COMBO…

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

Model: Oneten Stick

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 70: http://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

Line– Sunline SniperFC (8 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

4 Bait Tricks Bass Can't Resist In November! ( While Fishing A New Lake )

Today we're using Fall techniques to target bass, all while exploring a new lake! Jump in the boat with Matt and see what it takes to find and catch fish on a new lake. He begins by covering water with likely techniques, looking for those first key bites. From there, he adapts and expands to create three unique patterns for both Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass.

The first pattern involved covering water on break lines with a topwater, Karashi, and other fast moving baits. Later in the day this pattern shifted to include a small swimbait and senko. The second pattern was focused on dock fishing with a jig. The third pattern developed when the wind began to blow and Matt focused on wind blown rocky points with a finesse swimbait.

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We've included the specifics of color, hooks, trailers, etc... for each bait. 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

TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Juvy Gill

KARASHI...

•Megabass Karashi 80: https://bit.ly/4lgNFFK

Colors: SH SE AYu

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

Colors: Juvy Gill

SWIMBAITS...

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

Size: 1/8 oz - 1/0 Hook

•Yamamoto 2.7" Shibo Swimmer: https://bit.ly/4txT8vy

Color: Rainbow Shad

•Zman 5" Swag LT: https://bit.ly/3Kpz6l3

Color: Perch

SENKO...

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

Color: Tactical Twilight

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

Size: 2/0

FINESSE JIG...

•Zman 3/8 oz TRD Finesse Jig: https://bit.ly/4hVxMEO

Color: Canada Craw

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin

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

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

Rod– Dobyns Champion XP 792: https://bit.ly/2j7EBXD

Model: 7'9" Medium Light

Reel– Shimano Vanquish 3000: https://bit.ly/4sAmR5X

Line– Sunline Almight (18 lb): https://bit.ly/4flJrsg

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

FINESSE JIG AND SENKO...

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

Model: 7'1" Med Hvy

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

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

FULL SIZE 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

KARASHI COMBO...

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

Model: Expada

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

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