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

TacticalBassin Is Growing! Cobi Pellerito Joins The Tactical Family!

Jump in the boat with the newest member of the Tactical Family! Cobi Pellerito, one of the best Smallmouth Fishermen alive today, has joined forces with TacticalBassin to bring a unique perspective to targeting both Smallmouth and Largemouth around the country.

Cobi hails from the North, offering a unique perspective on Northern angling, including the unique timing of this region. He also travels extensively, offering a well rounded perspective on bass fishing around the country. Today he has invited us along on a road trip to jump in the boat and target Early Fall Smallmouth. Let’s go!

Below you’ll find links to the baits and gear Cobi used throughout the day. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included links to his social platforms so you can continue to get to know Cobi as he creates bonus content moving forward.

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

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

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

COBI'S SOCIAL...

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

THE SLING SHAD...

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

Colors: Ayu, Light Green Pearl

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

Size: 2/0 , 3/16 oz

Weedless Hook– Gamakatsu O'Shaughnessy: https://bit.ly/4rGXYXb

Size: 4/0

THE DROPSHOT...

•Megabass Hazedong Shad: https://bit.ly/2CIwgzt

Color: Moroko

Hook– Gamakatsu TGW Dropshot: https://bit.ly/2zGX441

Size: 2

Weight– Cast Again Frag: https://bit.ly/4qxAfbm

Size: 1/4 oz

THE TUBE...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3yEr6aj

Color: Great Lakes Sand

•Gamakatsu Round Ball: https://bit.ly/4xYXMDY

Size: 2/0 , 1/4 oz

THE JIG...

Jig– Beast Coast OW SniperJig (3/8oz): https://bit.ly/4gFj0yq

Color: Stealth Craw

Trailer - Berkley 3" Chigger Craw: https://bit.ly/4xDR5al

Color: Green Pumpkin

BOTTOM STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer 6'11": https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Model: Landsat

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

Line– Sunline Almight (13 lb): https://bit.ly/4flJrsg

Leader– Sunline SniperFC (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5 6'11": https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

Model: Oneten Special

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/3Tzx86G

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

DROPSHOT 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

TUBE COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5 6'11": https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Model: Addermine

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

Line– Xbraid (15lb): https://bit.ly/4y2anX4

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

JIG COMBO...

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

Model: X–Bites

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

Line– Sunline SniperFC (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 apparel and merch! See it here…

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

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

October Fishing Tricks For Hard To Catch Bass!

Jump in the boat with Tim for an awesome day on the water! He's targeting hard-to-catch fish in open water, and showing you all the tricks that work. The day begins under heavy fog and ends with high temperatures and blue skies. Catching fish in these conditions, especially suspended fish, can be extremely difficult. Pay close attention to the baits Tim relies on to get bites throughout the day.

Spotted Bass are amazing predators that hunt aggressively in open water. Tim's primary bait was a walking topwater, with a swimbait, senko, and strolling bait helping clean up what was left. Tim's specific baits changed throughout the day, reflecting the adaptations needed as conditions switched from overcast skies to clear.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used throughout the day. We've included his favorite combos, bait colors, and line, to help you dial in your fishing. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TOPWATER BAITS...

•Evergreen Shower Blows SB 105: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Full Metal

•Megabass Dog Max: https://bit.ly/4wowh6Z

Color: AL Spotlight Shad

UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/4 oz

•Keitech 3" Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Size: Pro Blue Shiner

SWIMBAIT...

•Xzone 3.5" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Electric Shad

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

Size: 1/4 oz

STROLLING BAIT...

•Hog Farmer 3.5" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Crystal Shad

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

Size: 1/4 oz

SENKO...

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

Color: Tactical Shad

•Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Size: 1/0

SB TOPWATER COMBO...

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

Model: 7' Medium Regular

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

DOG MAX TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/41lfbZW

Model: 7' Med Hvy

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena 6'10" Light: https://bit.ly/3WE4yQ3

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

Line– Seaguar InvizX (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

SENKO COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer 6'11" Landsat: https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Reel– Shimano Vanquish 2500: https://bit.ly/4sAmR5X

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

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

STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena 6'10" medium+: https://bit.ly/4rlIi9Y

Reel– Shimano Vanquish 2500: https://bit.ly/4sAmR5X

Line- Sunline Almight (16 lb): https://bit.ly/4flJrsg

Leader– 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