Top 5 Baits For May Bass Fishing!

Bass fishing in May can be amazing, here's what you need to know! The bass are in transition and we're going to show you how to catch them. Most lakes have bass in every phase of the spawn by now, there are still lingering spawners but there are also a lot of post spawn fish. Some fish go deep while others stay around shallow cover. No matter how you like to fish, we've got tips to help you do it better!

There are a lot of great baits for targeting fish during the post spawn to early Summer transition, but we have some very clear favorites. Whether you're going deep or shallow, these are baits you can rely on to catch fish throughout the entire transition. And don't forget that early in the month the shad spawn is a major deal!

Below you'll find links to the baits discussed in the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared and included our favorite sizes and colors for each. We've also included a couple budget combos to help you consistently land the fish that bite. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SPINNERBAITS...

•Damiki TOT Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/368VED0

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Smelt Shad, Snow Shad

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

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Hasu, Wakasagi

•Nichols Pulsator Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/2Sttxpc

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: JT's Chartreuse Shad, Bombshell Bass

CHATTERBAITS...

•Zman JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Blueback Herring, Green Pumpkin Shad

•ZMan Elite Evo 1/2 oz: https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Colors: Electric Shad, Spot Remover

•Missile Baits 4.5 Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Color: Frosted Purple, Green Pumpkin Delight

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow

SWIMBAITS...

•River2Sea S Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Colors: Abalone Shad, Warden Hitch, Light Trout

•Baitsanity Antidote: https://bit.ly/2ztUk9z

Colors: Summer Shad, TW Gizzard Shad

•Bucca's Bacca Burrito: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Tactical Gizzard Shad, Tactical Chartreuse Shad

•Megabass 6" Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2CANTU7

Colors: White Back Shad, Borealis Shad

UNDERSPIN...

•Tactical Bassin Underspin: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Size: 3/8 oz

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

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad

•Nomad Atlas 55: https://bit.ly/3UOkjU5

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Tennessee Shad

•River2Sea Biggie Poppa: https://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Abalone Shad

DEEP CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Summer Minnow, Metallic Shad

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Helsinki Shad

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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Blue Back Herring

TOPWATER...

•Shimano World Pop 69F: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Colors: T Smelt, N Smelt

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

Colors: Mat Shad

•Whopper Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Phantom Shad

FROGS...

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

Colors: Glitter Hasu, Glitter Bluegill

•Jackall Gavacho Frog: http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill

THE SENKO...

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Black Flake

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

Size: 1/0

SHAKEY HEAD...

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

Colors: Missile Morning, Junebug Dream

•Netbait T Mac: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Bama Bug, Junebug

Head– Dirty Jigs Canterbury: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz

THE KARASHI...

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

Colors: Kasumi Ito KS, HT Setsuki Chiayu

ALL AROUND BUDGET CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

Models: 7'1" Medium

Reel– Abu Garcia Max Pro: https://bit.ly/3QKCQOG

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

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

ALL AROUND BUDGET SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT: https://bit.ly/3n6Ojvx

Models: 7' Medium Fast

Reel– Daiwa Legalis LT: https://bit.ly/3Y0kDh3

Size: 2500 D-XH

Line– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET FROG FISHING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Models: 7'2" heavy

Reel– Shimano SLX A: https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Speed: HG

Line– Power Pro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

Matt's New Boat! Full Tour + Tackle, Electronics, and Storage Tips!

Come take a look inside Matt's brand new boat! Let's look under the locker lids at how he stores his tackle and what he's really fishing with! We know people are curious about the new Skeeter so today Matt is giving a full tour of the boat, a breakdown of why he picked the Skeeter FXR21, and the mindset behind how he lays out a boat for proper boat handling and tackle organization.

We're so excited about this new boat! From the brand new Yamaha SHO outboard, to the Dakota Lithiums with giant capacities, this boat is built to handle everything we can throw at it! After decades of fishing out of every kind of used boat imaginable, this is the first new bass boat he's designed from the ground up. As Matt opens up his new boat and explains his layout, pay close attention to the tackle that he carries on board the bass boat and how he organizes it to create a stabile driving and fishing platform. From boat balance to bait management, there is a lot to consider when loading your boat!

Below you'll find links to everything Matt discussed in the video. From a break down of the Electronics, to the key tackle storage solutions, its all there. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BOAT...

•2022 Skeeter FXR21: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh

••This Link Goes To The Skeeter Boats Website••

•Yamama SHO 250 Outboard: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0

••This Links Goes To The Yamaha Outboards Website••

THE ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

TROLLING MOTOR AND ACCESSORIES...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Quest Mega DI/SI Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

•Humminbird Mega Live Target Lock With Tranducer: https://bit.ly/3uWwTmE

•Humminbird 360 Mega Imaging: https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

•Minn Kota Precision 5 Bank Charger: https://bit.ly/3ynIqMQ

•Minn Kota 10' Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ

•Megaware 8' Keel Guard: http://bit.ly/2N5p36m

BATTERIES...

•Dakota Lithium Trolling Motor Batteries: https://bit.ly/3PMIlLV

Preferred Trolling Motor Size: 12V 100AH

CUSTOM MOUNTS, WIRING, AND RIGGING...

•Hennessey Outdoor Electronics Website: https://bit.ly/3kX87kA

••This link goes directly to the Hennessey Website••

Hennessey Component List...

•HOE Harness (Bow and Single Console)

•HOE Triple Slide Mount

•HOE Solix/Apex Gimble Bracket HD

•HOE Solix/Apex Aluminum Knobs

•HOE Trolling Motor Punch Pad

•HOE JackPlate Transducer Mount

BASS BOAT HARD BAIT/HOOK STORAGE...

•Plano Edge 3700 Deep: https://bit.ly/3dbdbby

•Plano Edge 3700 Thin: https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL

•Plano Edge Line Box: https://bit.ly/3TXTdJq

•Buzbe Fast Flatz Half Large (Spinnerbaits): https://bit.ly/3Tu2yac

SOFT BAIT STORAGE...

•Buzbe Quick Qubes (Soft Baits): https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Sizes: Medium, Medium Deep, Large, Large Deep

•Buzbe Quick Qube Breeze: https://bit.ly/43ILiTG

Sizes: Medium Deep, Large Deep

•SPRO Mesh Camo Bag: https://bit.ly/3gZvpDN

Size: Large

ROD SLEEVES...

•The Rod Glove XL (A–Rigs): http://bit.ly/2GFOT9R

•The Rod Glove Dips: https://bit.ly/3yPQfLI

TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES...

•Rapala Mag Spring Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu

•Rapala Elite Scissors: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O

•Rapala Precision Line Scissors: https://bit.ly/3ZWEe36

•TT Executive Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0

•Flow Rite Remote Drain Plug: https://bit.ly/32JEuoA

•Loc-R-Bar Alarm System: https://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

•Peregrine 250 Screen Cleaner: https://bit.ly/2wJgRP1

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

Spring Gear Review! New GLX, Metanium DC 70, Physyx, BFS, and Baits!

This gear review is loaded with incredible rods, reels, and tackle! With the Bassmaster Classic behind us, it's time to explore all the awesome new gear that has come to market! From high end rods and reels, to new baits, colors, and storage, this gear review is packed with awesome gear for bass fishing!

There were so many awesome products launched around the Classic that we've had to break it into more than one review. For rods and reels, the stand outs were Cashion's new BFS rod, St. Croix's Physyx rods, G Loomis' new GLX rods, and Shimano's Metanium DC 70. Add a variety of baits and terminal to that mix and we're loaded down with awesome new options as we head through Spring!

Below you'll find links to the exact rods, reels, and gear, discussed in the video. We've included favorite colors, sizes, etc... where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

CASHION BFS ROD...

•Cashion Icon Series 6'8" Ultralight: https://bit.ly/4aurFAO

ST. CROIX PHYSYX…

•St. Croix Physyx Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/3TQcYT7

Favorite Models: 7'3" Med Light XFast, 6'8" Medium XFast

•St. Croix Physyx Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3xeqpn2

Favorite Models: 7'2" Heavy Mod, 7'4" Heavy, 7'6" MHMF

G LOOMIS GLX...

•GLX Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/49kagJX

Favorite Models: 892 (7'5" Medium), 891 (7'5" Medium Light)

•GLX MBR Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

Favorite Models: 844C MBR (7' Heavy), 843C MBR (7' Medium Heavy)

•GLX Bladed Jig Rod: https://bit.ly/3TPrt9W

Favorite Model: 7'3" Medium Fast

SHIMANO REEL...

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

Favorite Speed: HG (7:1)

STORAGE...

•Buzbe Quik Qube Breeze: https://bit.ly/43ILiTG

Preferred Sizes: Medium Deep, Large Deep

•Original Buzbe Quick Qubes: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Preferred Sizes: Large Deep, Large, Medium Deep

FISHING LINE...

•Sunline Almight Sinking Braid: https://bit.ly/3xb44ql

Favorite Color: Pink

SPINNERBAIT...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3OyxKDD

Favorite Colors: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream

HOVER HEADS...

•MissileBaits HoverMissile: https://bit.ly/3TtygVi

Favorite Sizes: 1/8, 3/16 oz

ARMOR SHAD...

•Damiki 7" Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2VQ7g6o

Colors: American Shad, Pro Blue

MEGABASS COLORS…

•Megabass Vision 110: https://bit.ly/3tw8Cpz

Color: GP Chart Back

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

Color: Aurora Reaction

•Megabass Pop X: https://bit.ly/3i9T3sg

Color: Aurora Reaction

HOG FARMER COLORS...

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

Colors: Chartreuse Shad, TW Sunfish Magic

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

TacticalBassin's Latest Lure Design! (Collaboration Project)

Our latest lure design has come to life! The TacticalBassin Underspin Series is here! We launched the "Mini" underspin last year and it became an instant hit across the country. Today we're excited to announce the complete series of mid and full size underspins!

We partnered with Dirty Jigs Tackle for this project and the final results are everything we'd hoped! There are so many features packed into these new heads and we know they're going to help anglers like you catch more fish this year! From the downward facing hook keeper to the dropper arm length that pairs perfectly to all the popular swimbaits, our attention to detail with this project will be evident.

Underspins have incredible drawing power and our latest version has what it takes to land that giant bite! The hook is the perfect balance between strength and size, pairing perfectly to a variety of baits while maintaining a low profile. Below you'll find links to the entire underspin family, along with some of the rods we've found to fish the various hook sizes effectively.

•DIRTY JIGS TACTICAL UNDERSPIN: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Favorite Sizes: 3/8 oz with 2/0, 1/2 oz with 4/0

•DIRTY JIGS "MINI" TACTICAL UNDERSPIN: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Favorite Sizes: 1/8 oz, 1/4 oz

The Tactical Bassin Underspin is offered in the following sizes...

*3/8 Ounce Size*

•2/0 Hook , 3/0 Hook

*1/2 Ounce Size*

•3/0 Hook, 4/0 Hook

*3/4 Ounce Size*

•5/0 Hook

FAVORITE SWIMBAITS FOR TACTICAL UNDERSPIN...

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

Sizes: 4", 4.75", 5.5"

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

Size: 3.5"

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

Size: 3.8 - 4.8

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

Size: 4" - 5"

FAVORITE SWIMBAITS FOR MINI UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 2.75 - 3.5

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

Size: 2.8 - 3.3

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

Size: 3"

COMBO FOR TACTICAL UNDERSPIN...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate (16 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

BUDGET COMBO FOR  TACTICAL UNDERSPIN...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Bass 7'5" MH Fast: https://bit.ly/3wQ93Zn

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT 100 HS: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Seaguar InvizX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

COMBO FOR MINI UNDERSPIN...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

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

Leader– Sunline Super FC (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 hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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