Top 5 Baits For April Bass Fishing!

The best bass fishing of the year is happening now! Don't miss it! There is no better time to get on the water and catch a bunch of fish than April. You can typically find fish in all 3 stages of the spawn and it's not hard to catch them. If you've ever wanted to learn a new technique, or target a big bass, this is the time!

Bass can be caught on a mix of fast moving reaction baits and slow, bottom contact presentations. When it comes to reaction baits, we put a lot of emphasis on standing out from the crowd. We're using baits with flash, vibration, and sound to get the bass' attention. When it comes to soft baits, its all about a natural presentation. We find that baits with a some blue in them will often catch more fish than other colors.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discussed in the video, including our favorite sizes and colors. We've also included some of the gear we use to fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


SHAKEY HEAD...

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

Color: Blue Back Secret


•Big Bite Baits FinTwist Head: https://bit.ly/42dOUvH

Size: 3/16 oz


JIGS AND TRAILERS...

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

Colors: The Go To, Canterbury Craw

•Netbait Paca Chunk: https://bit.ly/44ZjCsL

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue


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

Colors: Hematoma, The Go To

•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Black Shadow Flare, Summer Craw


ALABAMA RIGS...

•HogFarmer Tactical Micro Flex: https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

Swimbait– 3" Damiki Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Colors: American Shad, PB Silver

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

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 hook


•Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex: https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

Swimbait– X Zone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Head– Dirty Jigs Matt Allen: https://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Size: 1/8 oz


UNDERSPINS...

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

Favorite Size: 3/8 oz


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

Favorite Size: 3/16 oz


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

Favorite Size: 3/16 oz, 3/0 Hook


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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


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

Color: Albino Shad


SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

•Bill Lewis 1.5 ATV: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj

Colors: Red Glitter Craw, FireTruck Craw


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

Colors: Real Shad, Mossy Shad


LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

•Jackall TN 70: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: SG Threadfin, SS Shad


•Nomad Swimtrex Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3SjrDWD

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Aqua Ghost


•Duo Realis Vibration Nitro (5/9 oz): https://bit.ly/3wDutwS

Colors: Red Tiger, Burning Tiger


CHATTERBAIT...

•ZMan Mini Max Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

Color: Bluegill, Gizzard Shad

•Yamamoto 3" Zako: https://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Color: Green Pumpkin, Sexy Shad


•Jack Hammer Chatterbait (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

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

Color: Sexy Shad


SPINNERBAIT...

•Megabass SV–3 (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Colors: Hasu, Ayu, Gill


BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 7'3" Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

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

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


BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'2" MM: https://bit.ly/3P8REVe

Reel– Shimano SLX 70: https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5

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


BUDGET SPINNERBAIT/CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'1" Med Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Sunline FC (15 lb): http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm


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

Where Do Bass Go In Spring? ( And How To Catch Them )

Ready to catch more bass?! Spring fishing is here and bass are on the move! Today we're explaining why the bass are transitioning and how to predict their movements in your local lake. Let us help you get ahead of them so you aren't one of the guys who's struggling during the prespawn. We'll show you where the bass are headed so you can get there first and catch them as they arrive!

Before the spawn, bass are focused on feeding. As they transition from Winter haunts to Spring spawning grounds, there are key stops they make along the way. These stops are slightly different on reservoirs, lakes, and ponds. In today's video, Tim breaks different types of fisheries into 4 groups and explains how bass move in each scenario. Once you've identified which group your local lake, pond, or river fits into, you're ready to fish!

Tim relies heavily on reaction baits to quickly locate and catch Spring bass. Below you'll find links to our favorite baits, including our favorite sizes, colors, and trailers. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


TODAY'S ELECTRONICS...

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

•Humminbird LakeMaster VX Charts: https://bit.ly/3VOJ68y


ALABAMA RIG...

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex: https://bit.ly/3isTio0

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

Heads– Dirty Jigs Matt Allen (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Dummies– Damiki 3" Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

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

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


GLIDE BAIT...

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

Colors: Light Trout, Bluegill, Warden Hitch


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

Colors: Summer Shad, TW Gizzard Shad


HOOK UPGRADE FOR GLIDES...

•Owner ST–56 Treble: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Waver 168 Size: 2

Baitsanity Size: 1

•Owner Hyperwire Split Ring: https://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 5


JERKBAIT...

•Shimano World Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

Colors: S Hasu, Clown, Black Silver


•Jackall Rerange 110: https://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, HL Hasu


CHATTERBAITS...

•ZMan JackHammer (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Black Blue, Green Pumpkin Shad, Brett's Bluegill


•ZMan CrossEyez: https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

Colors: Black/Blue, Shad Spawn, Water Bug


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

Color: Electric Shad, Bama Bream, Black Blue


CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow, Hematoma


•MissileBaits 4.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Colors: Frosted Purple, Super Bug, Bruiser Flash


SQUAREBILL CRANKBAIT...

•Bill Lewis ATV 1.5: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj

Colors: Fire Truck Craw, Red Glitter Craw


•Rapala OG Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Red Crawdad, Helsinki Shad


LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

•Jackall TN 60: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: RT Escape Craw, SS Shad,


•Bill Lewis Hammer Trap: https://bit.ly/3Uk0Ri1

Colors: Fire Craw, Silverado, Rayburn Red Craw


3 MUST HAVE SOFT PLASTICS...

•Netbait BaitFuel T Mac Worm: https://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Tilapia Magic, Junebug


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

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin


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

Color: MissileMorning, Morning John


HIGH END CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7'3" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/3TPrt9W

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/49al91d

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


MID PRICED LIPLESS/SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament Carbon Cranker: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: 7'2" Medium Heavy Moderate

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

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

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


BUDGET WORM FISHING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3QjR9Kw

Reel– Shimano SLX A 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 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

Spring Bass Fishing Is Awesome! (Catching Them On Everything In The Boat!)

The guys are going fishing and they're taking you along for the ride! Spring bass fishing is all about adapting to changing conditions. Watch as the guys catch fish on deep diving crankbaits and square bills, underspins and spinnerbaits, and do it while wearing down jackets to start, and shorts by the end of the day! If you're not ready to adapt, you might as well stay at home!

We love Spring bass fishing! These post spawn fish were aggressive and we found several viable patterns. We found fish holding on current seams and pinch points, as well as moved up on flooded flats. Because of the changing conditions we threw almost every bait we had in the boat!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, rods, and reels the guys used throughout the day. We've included the exact sizes, colors, and trailers where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions.


CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Northern Special, Blood Craw


•Bill Lewis ATV 1.0: https://bit.ly/3kBMuGb

Color: Red Glitter Craw


•Bill Lewis ATV 1.5: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj

Color: Red Glitter Craw


•Rapala DT 8: https://bit.ly/40JmoBQ

Color: Delta


UNDERSPINS...

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

Size: 3/16 oz
•Xzone 2.75 Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl


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

Size: 1/2 oz, 4/0 Hook

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

Color:


CHATTERBAIT...

•ZMan JackHammer (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Dirty White:


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

Color: Green Pumpkin Chartreuse


SPINNERBAIT...

•Megabass SV–3 (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Ayu


•Gamakatsu G Power Stinger: https://bit.ly/3jdoaWN

Size: 1


MATT'S SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5 Flyssa: https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Model: 7'6" Light+

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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


SQUAREBILL CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX Flat Side Special: https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Model: 7' Medium Regular

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


TIM'S FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 6'8" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Reel– Daiwa Steez 70 CT SV TW: https://bit.ly/3esUZjg

Line– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

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

Model: 7'3" Medium Heavy

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC (HG): https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line– Daiwa J Braid Grand (50 lb): https://bit.ly/488sttq

Leader– Seaguar Premium (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3uoqaVr


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 BUYER'S GUIDE: BEST HIGH END RODS AND REELS FOR BASS FISHING!

These are the best rods and reels that money can buy! Whether you're a tackle enthusiast, an angler that's thinking about investing in your first high-end combo, or a newer fisherman who's just wants to see what's out there, this video is packed with information for you! Come along as we check out the best of the best!

There are many reasons to purchase high end rods and reels. Some anglers purchase them for the durability, others for sensitivity, and still others for the feather lite weight. Whatever your reason, you know that high end gear is amazing! Today we’re eliminating all the guess work and showing you our personal favorite models for Spring bass fishing. You can see both angler's unique fishing styles come out in the gear they choose as well as in the information they pour out about the pairings.

Below you’ll find links to every combo the guys showed in the video. We’ve listed them in the order they were discussed by the anglers, to help you find the exact combo you’re searching for. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


COMBO #1...

•Megabass P5 Destroyer OneTen Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 6'5" Medium Slow

•Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #2...

•G Loomis IMX Pro 855 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Model: 7'1" Medium Heavy Fast

•Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #3...

•Megabass Orochi XX Flat Side Special: https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Model: 7' Medium Regular

•13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #4...

•G Loomis IMX Pro 833C BJR: https://bit.ly/2QurcHi

Model: 7'4" Medium Heavy

•Shimano Bantam MGL A (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #5...

•G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

Model: 7' Medium Heavy

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

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #6...

•St. Croix Legend Elite: https://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Model: 6'10" Medium XFast

•Daiwa STEEZ CT SV TW: https://bit.ly/3esUZjg

Speed: 7.1:1


COMBO #7...

•G Loomis IMX Pro 966C SWBR: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Model: 8' Heavy Moderate Fast

•Shimano Tranx 300 (HG): https://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #8...

•Megabass Destroyer P5 Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7'1" Medium Heavy Fast

•Daiwa Zillion SV TW G: https://bit.ly/3xobPDM

Speed: 7.1:1


COMBO #9...

•St. Croix Legend Xtreme: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

Model: 7'4" Heavy

•Shimano Metanium MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Speed: 8:1


COMBO #10...

•Daiwa Steez AGS 7'2" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/3RhFit1

Model: Moving Bait Versatile

•Daiwa STEEZ SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb

Speed: 7.8:1


COMBO #11...

•Fenwick World Class: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

Model: 7'1" Medium Heavy

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

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #12...

•G Loomis NRX 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Model: 7'1" Medium

•Shimano Exsence A: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Size: 3000


COMBO #13...

•Shimano Poison Adrena: https://bit.ly/388U0PD

Model: 6'10" Ultra Light

•Shimano Exsence A: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Size: 3000


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