Where Do Bass Go In Spring?! (And The Best Baits 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.

THE 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...

•Spro Chad Shad: https://bit.ly/3AqivoQ

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Threadfin Shad

•Baitsanity Tungsten Weights: https://bit.ly/4534Fpg

UNDERSPIN...

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

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

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

Size: 3.5" – 4"

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Chartreuse Blue

JERKBAIT...

•Shimano Zumverno 95 SP: https://bit.ly/3Gbzrmw

Colors: S Hasu, Black Silver, ST Chiayu

CHATTERBAIT...

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

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

•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

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

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

Colors: RT Escape Craw, SS Shad, SG thread fin

•Lucky Craft LV 500: https://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Chartreuse Shad, American Shad

FLIPPING JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Flipping Jig: https://bit.ly/3G939YN

Colors: Alabama Craw, The Go To, Hematoma

•Crush City Cleanup Craw: https://bit.ly/3TyfMmo

Colors: Bama Craw, Black Blue Green Pumpkin

POWER SHOT...

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

Color: Missile Morning

•Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2/0

•Xzone Tungsten Dropshot: https://bit.ly/2YAoMuv

Size: 1/4 oz

THE SENKO...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Oxblood, Plum Apple

•Gamakatsu Offset EWG Hook: https://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Size: 3/0

BUDGET JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

Line– Seaguar Red Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'4" Medium Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/41ntbDB

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

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

BUDGET JIG AND A–RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel– Shimano SLX XT (HG): https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

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

Best "Bang For The Buck" Fishing Rods And Reels!! (At Any Price!)

All brands, all prices, these are the best "Bang For the Buck" rods and reels for bass fishing! No matter your budget, these rods will give you more sensitivity and fishability for the money than any others we could find. We went across the entire bass fishing industry in search of whole rod lines that stood out, single rods actions that stood out, and reels that could take abuse and keep on fishing. Here's what we found!

We're kicking this video off with a look at whole rod lines that blend amazing components, sensitivity, and balance. Next, we're looking at reels that stand out because of their function, as well as their durability. Then, we're jumping into some of our favorite rod models for specific techniques from around the industry! You don't want to miss this!

Below you'll find links to the exact rods and reels discussed in the video. We've listed them in the order discussed and included some of our favorite models as well! All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

BANG FOR THE BUCK ROD LINES (Budget to Higher Priced)...

•Dobyns Fury Casting: https://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

•Shimano Expride B Casting: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

•St. Croix Legend Tournament Casting: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

•G Loomis IMX Pro Casting: https://bit.ly/2QurcHi

•G Loomis NRX+ Casting: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

•Megabass P5 Destroyer Casting: https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

BANG FOR THE BUCK CASTING REELS...

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

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

•Shimano SLX 70 MGL Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5

•Shimano Curado 150 MGL Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

•Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

BANG FOR THE BUCK SPINNING REELS...

•Daiwa Fuego LT Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

•Shimano Miravel Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

•Shimano Sustain FJ Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3BQLlNP

STAND OUT CASTING MODELS...

•Megabass Destroyer P5 7' Medium Regular: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: "Z Crank Elseil" – Tim's Topwater Rod

•Megabass Destroyer P5 7'2" Heavy X Fast: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: "X–Bites"

•Megabass Destroyer P5 USA 7'2" Medium + Fast: https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

Model: "Daemos" – Matt's Chatterbait Rod

•Megabass Levante 7' Medium Moderate: https://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

Model: Flat Side Special

•Shimano Expride B 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

•St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'2" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

•St. Croix Legend Elite 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

•G Loomis IMX Pro 7'6" Med Hvy Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Model: 906C CBR – The Tactical DD Rod

•G Loomis GLX 7' Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Model: 843C MBR – Matt's Topwater Rod

•Fenwick World Class 7'5" Extra Heavy Extra Fast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

•Dobyns Champion Extreme HP 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2ab2kRX

Model: 744CFH

STAND OUT SPINNING MODELS...

•Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Model: Medium Extra Fast Solid Tip – Strolling Rod

•Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Model: Medium Heavy Extra Fast Solid Tip – Strolling Rod

•G Loomis NRX+ 7'1" Medium Ex Fast: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Model: 852S JWR

•G Loomis NRX+ 7'6" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Model: 901S SJR

•St Croix Legend Elite 7'6" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

•Megabass Destroyer P5 7'6" Light + Fast: https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Model: Flyssa

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

Affordable Rods And Reels For Bass Fishing! (Best Budget Rod And Reel Combos)

Don't be fooled by cheap junk, there are some great rods and reels at affordable prices! With new technologies trickling down, bass fishing doesn't have to be expensive! These awesome rods and reels will save you a ton of money while offering great sensitivity and durability. Let's take a look!

The "BUDGET" category of bass fishing has erupted and we're really excited to take an in depth look with you! From power fishing to finesse, casting to spinning, Its hard to recognize the budget landscape from just a few years ago. Whether you're brand new to the sport, fishing on a budget, or maybe you're looking for the best value in fishing gear, this video is for you!

Below you'll find links to the exact rods and reels discussed in the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared and included our favorite sizes and models for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

LOW PRICE SPINNING MODELS...

COMBO #1...

Rod– Shimano Sellus: https://bit.ly/2ro5vQu

Models: 6'8" Medium, 7'1" Medium

Reel– Shimano Nexave: https://bit.ly/3nhj4f1

Size: 2500, 3000

COMBO #2...

Rod– Daiwa Aird X: http://bit.ly/2P7Z3Vu

Model: 7' Medium

Reel– Daiwa Revros LT: https://bit.ly/3rpoPw9

Size: 2500

LOW PRICE CASTING MODELS...

COMBO #1...

Rod– Daiwa Aird X: https://bit.ly/2Z2JfYG

Models: Medium Heavy Fast, Heavy Fast

Reel– Daiwa CC 80: https://bit.ly/34ltqP9

COMBO #2...

Rod– Abu Garcia Vengeance: https://bit.ly/4hx5z58

Models: 7'3" Heavy, 7' Medium Heavy, 7' Medium

Reel– Abu Garcia Max X: https://bit.ly/4ffgUVe

MID PRICED SPINNING MODELS...

COMBO #1...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick: https://bit.ly/3DsJYvf

Models: 6'9" Medium, 7' Medium Light

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

Size: 2000

COMBO #2...

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

Models: 7' Medium Fast, 7'1" Medium Light Fast

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

Model: 2500

COMBO #3...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2: https://bit.ly/47GAOVA

Models: 6'10" Medium, 7'1" Medium Light

Reel– Shimano Nasci FC: https://bit.ly/2g278cC

Size: 2500

COMBO #4...

Rod– Shimano SLX A: https://bit.ly/2AdvIC1

Models: 6'9" Medium XFast, 7' Med Light XFast

Reel– Shimano Miravel: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Size: 2500HG

MID PRICED CASTING MODELS...

COMBO #1...

Rod– Dobyns Colt: https://bit.ly/2lU0LfV

Models: 7' Medium Heavy, 7'3" Heavy

Reel– Abu Garcia Max STX: https://bit.ly/3UpUmJo

COMBO #2...

Rod– Shimano Clarus: https://bit.ly/49BxmwW

Model: 6'10" Medium, 6'10" Medium Heavy

Reel– Shimano Caius 150: https://bit.ly/3P3GkL7

COMBO #3...

Rod– Savage Gear Squad: https://bit.ly/3tT8bS2

Models: 7'1" Medium Heavy, 7'1" Medium Topwater

Reel– Shimano Caius 150: https://bit.ly/3P3GkL7

COMBO #4...

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

Models: 7'1" medium, 7'3" Med Hvy

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

COMBO #5...

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

Models: 6'10" Medium, 7'2" heavy, 7'5" Med Heavy

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

COMBO #6...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Models: 7'4" Heavy, 7'2" Med Hvy Mod, 6'8" Medium XFast

Reel– Seviin GF Series: https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

COMBO #7...

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

Models: 7'1" Medium Heavy, 7' Medium, 7'3" Heavy

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

HIGH END SPINNING COMBO...

COMBO #1...

Rod– Shimano Intenza: https://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Models: 7' Medium Light, 7' Medium, 7'4" Medium Light

Reel– Shimano Miravel: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Size: 2500HG

HIGH END CASTING COMBOS...

COMBO #1...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

Models: 6'8" Medium, 7'2" MHM, 7'1" MH Fast, 7'4" Heavy

Reel– Shimano SLX XT: https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Speed: HG (7.2:1)

COMBO #2...

Rod– Cashion Element Z2: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Models: 6'10" Med Light, 7' Medium Heavy, 7'3" Heavy

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

Speed: HG (7.2:1)

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

Best BFS Baits, Rods, and Reels For Spring Bass Fishing! (Bait Finesse System)

Finesse Fishing is sweeping bass fishing again! If you haven't experienced BFS fishing yet, now is the time! In today's Buyer's Guide we're covering our favorite BFS baits, rod, reels, and tackle, for casting ultralight presentations without the need for spinning tackle. This fishing method is here to stay, gaining more popularity every day!

If you're not familiar with BFS, anything you've done with a spinning rod can now be done with a bait caster. Plus, it's a lot of fun! BFS has been around for decades but has exploded into the US Market in the last few years. Even if you prefer spinning tackle, you can benefit from the new baits being designed for this category, so don't sleep on the BFS category!

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

BFS REELS...

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

•Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

•Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

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

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

BFS RODS...

•Abu Garcia Veritas BFS: https://bit.ly/3Daye0v

Model: 7'1" Medium Light Moderate

•Daiwa Tatula XT Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3LFqEeH

Model: 6'5" Light Fast

•Cashion Element Z2 Casting: https://bit.ly/43hnh7S

Model: 6'10" Medium Light

•Cashion Icon BF Bait Finesse Series: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Models: 7' Light, 6'8" Light Fast, 7'2" Med Light

•Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse Casting: https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

Models: 6'9" Light Extra Fast, 7' Light Fast

•Shimano Expride B BFS: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Model: 6'8" Light

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

Models: Pop X Stick, Kasumi Six Eleven

FISHING LINE...

•Daiwa Samurai Hidden FC: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

Preferred Size: 7 lb

•Sunline Super FC: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Preferred Size: 6-8 lb

•Seguar PEX8 JDM Braided line: https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Preferred Size: 16 – 21 lb

HARD BAITS...

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

Colors: HT Moroko KS, HT Setsuki Chiayu

•Megabass Dog X Jr Coayu: https://bit.ly/475zcoD

Colors: Bahama Milk Pearl, Downsizing Wakasagi

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

Colors: MG Sexy Stream, Mat Shad

•Damiki Umpa 40: https://bit.ly/42XSQkD

Colors: Real Shad, Mossy Shad

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

Colors: GP Kawamatsu, Phantom Green Craw

•Damiki Disco 40 BFS: https://bit.ly/432XZaY

Colors: Mossy Shad, Real Shad

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

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Morning Dawn

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

Colors: All Bait, Komochi Wakasagi

•Megabass X80 Jr: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Colors: GG Shad, HT Ito Tennessee Shad

SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Jackall 3.5" Rhythm Wag: https://bit.ly/3NT6OvF

Colors: Golden Shad, Prism Shad

•Owner All Purpose Bait Hook: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Size: 1/0

WACKY WORMS...

•Yamamoto 5" Thin Senko: https://bit.ly/43d1Tgn

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Baby Bass

•Raid 2Way Creature: https://bit.ly/4aSRQTc

Sizes: 1.3", 1.7", 2.0"

TERMINAL FOR CRAWS...

•Reins Slip Sinker Tungsten: https://bit.ly/3Kx0Fqz

Size: 1/16 oz

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

Size: 1/0

•Great Lakes Finesse Ned Head: https://bit.ly/4krhkeA

Size: 1/8 oz

•ZMan NedLockz EWG: https://bit.ly/3OWdp9W

Size: 1/10 oz

CREATURES AND CRAWS...

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

Colors: Black Blue/Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

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

Colors: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin Black

•ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Mud Bug

•Great Lakes Finesse Ned Bug: https://bit.ly/3XpxATH

Colors: Green Pumpkin Orange, Brown Pumpkin Special

•Great Lakes Finesse Snack Craw: https://bit.ly/4b8aeHo

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

•Savage Gear Ned Salamander: https://bit.ly/3rSNi8g

Colors: Green Pump Purp Cop, Green Pumpkin

FINESSE SWIMBAITS...

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

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Colors: Albino, Real

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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