Early Spring Bass Fishing! Chatterbait vs Underspin For Early Season Bass!

Jump in the boat with Tim for some early Spring bass fishing! A warming trend is moving through and Tim isn't missing the chance to catch fish without all the heavy Winter gear that he's been wearing for months. Take the ride with him as he enjoys the weather and dials in an awesome chatterbait bite!

Early Spring is all about locating staging fish. As Tim highlighted today, these fish are often concentrated in small areas. When you're around them, the fishing is amazing! However, if you make a wrong turn and lose track of the fish, the lake can feel empty. Don't be afraid to cover water until you locate quality fish, then catch as many as you can! Tim's primary bait today was the red chatterbait. The fish were knocking slack in his line as they battled to eat the bait first!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used throughout the day. We've included everything from the specific bait colors, to the rod and reel combos 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.

TACTICALBASSIN MERCH...

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

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

CHATTERBAIT...

•Zman Jackhammer Chatterbait (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Hite's Hot Craw

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

Color: Lava Craw

ALABAMA RIG...

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

Swimbait– X Zone 4.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Dummy Bait– MissileBaits Shockwave: https://bit.ly/3Y72VKC

Color: Fishaliscious

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

Size: 1/8 oz

UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 5/0 Hook, 1/4 oz

•Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

TIM'S 1/2 OZ CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

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

Model: 7'2" Medium+

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

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

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

TIM'S 3/8 OZ CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (19 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Zillion 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/4r615WN

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

Line– Daiwa J Braid Grand (30 lb): https://bit.ly/488sttq

Leader– Sunline Super FC (16 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

Top 5 Baits For March Bass Fishing! (Beginner To Advanced)

March is awesome! These baits will help you catch more and bigger fish! Big bass are transitioning into the shallows to feed and the fishing can be amazing! We spend March focused on faster, more aggressive presentations all month long and you should too. If you want to catch a monster bass this year, you need to go fishing right now!

March is some of the best bass fishing of the year! Bass are feeding and you can catch them on many different baits. We focus on a handful of key baits and colors to get consistent bites wherever we go, and you can apply that same information to your local lake. From chatterbaits, to crankbaits, to swimbaits, this is the month to try to catch a big bass. For the angler who prefers not to power fish or is impacted by shore access, we have some great options for you as well!

Below you'll find links to all the baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICALBASSIN MERCH AND GEAR...

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

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

CHATTERBAITS AND TRAILERS...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Fire Craw

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Bama Bream, The Deal

•Hog Farmer Spunk Shad (4.5 and 5.5): https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Natural Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow, TW Sunfish Magic

Bold Colors: Blow Torch, Citrus Shad

SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass 8" Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Color: White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad, Nude Rainbow

•Bucca Brand 6" Trick Shad: https://bit.ly/4hFD5Go

Colors: Matte Shad, Threadfintastic, Gizzard Magic

•Berkley Powerbait 8" Chop Block: https://bit.ly/44MelaG

Colors: Burnt Bone, CA Hitch, Shad

TACTICAL A–RIGS...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

UNDERSPINS...

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

Favorite Size: 1/4 oz

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

Favorite Size: 3/8 oz, 3/0 Hook

•Crush City 3" Major: https://bit.ly/43Uhyli

Colors: Electric Shad, Gizzard Shad

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

Color: Sexy Shad

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

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

Today's Color: Threadfin Shad, Natural Threadfin, Red Craw

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

Today's Colors: SS Shad, SG Threadfin, Crawfish

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

•Berkley Frittside 5: https://bit.ly/4gLRM98

Colors: Special Red Craw, Brown Craw

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

Colors: Red Glitter Craw, Fire Truck Craw

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

Colors: Red Crawdad, Classic Craw, Chartreuse Black

BANK ANGLER BAITS AND HOOKS...

•MissileBaits Baby D Stroyer: https://bit.ly/3248BXL

Color: Super Bug

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

Colors: Sungill, Green Pumpkin Black Flake

•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pumpkin Black

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Gamakatsu EWG Superline Hook: https://bit.ly/3AmFDnK

Size: 3/0

•MissileBaits Warlock Head: https://bit.ly/4bg8DyC

Size: 3/16 oz

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

Size: 5/0, 1/4 oz

BUDGET SQUAREBILL/LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'2" Medium Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

Reel– Seviin GF Series (7:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

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

BUDGET A–RIG COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'5" Medium Heavy X Fast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

Reel– Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/3QKCQOG

Line– Sunline FC (17 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT 7'3" Med Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3wqRhwq

Reel– Daiwa Tatula X: https://bit.ly/3IPdYDV

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET BANK ANGLER COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick 7'3" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5

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

If you plan to do any shopping, using these affiliate links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won't be able to even see a difference but they'll know you're one of us!

Where Bass Go In Early Spring! (And How To Catch Them)

Catch MORE BASS this Spring! 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.

HIGHLAND RESERVOIR BAITS

THE ALABAMA RIG...

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

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

Size: 1/8 oz

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

JERKBAIT...

•Megabass Vision 110+1: https://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Colors: Mat Shad, GG Illusion Tennessee Shad

SPINNERBAIT...

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

Color: Ayu, Wakasagi

•Nichols Pulsator Hoosier Series: https://bit.ly/3sUKJEd

Colors: Coleslaw, Snow, Citrus Shad

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

•Big Bite Baits Swim On: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Colors: Smoky Gold, Green Pumpkin Orange Blue

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

•Xzone Deception Worm: https://bit.ly/43YDE6x

Color: TW Dark Junebug

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

Size: 2/0

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

Size: 1/4 oz

LOWLAND RESERVOIR, POND, AND RIVER BAIT ADDITIONS...

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

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

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Sexy Shad, Red Craw

WEEDLESS UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 5/0 Hook, 1/4 oz

•Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

NO JACK JIG...

•Dirty Jigs No Jack Flipping Jig: https://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: Hematoma, The Go To

•Xzone 4.25" Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Black Blue Flake, Green Pumpkin Black

SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass 8" Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Color: White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad, Nude Rainbow

•Bacca Burrito Swimbait (5" and 6"): https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Tactical Shad, Tactical Gizzard Shad

BUDGET SQUAREBILL/LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'2" Medium Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

Reel– Seviin GF Series (7:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

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

BUDGET A–RIG COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'5" Medium Heavy X Fast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

Reel– Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/3QKCQOG

Line– Sunline FC (17 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT 7'3" Med Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3wqRhwq

Reel– Daiwa Tatula X: https://bit.ly/3IPdYDV

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Fury 7'9" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/4q6IjyQ

Reel– Abu Garcia Max5 300: https://bit.ly/4pYubaE

Line– Sunline Big Bait (25 lb): https://bit.ly/46NMLv7

BUDGET JERKBAIT COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano SLX 70 A (HG): https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5

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

If you plan to do any shopping, using our affiliate links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won't be able to even see a difference but they'll know you're one of us!

Early Spring Cold Water Bass Fishing Tricks With Matt And Tim!

The first wave of fish are already moving into the shallows, and most people have no idea! Jump in the boat with Matt and Tim for a fun day of Early Spring fishing! The guys are on a mission to target early Spring pre-spawn fish, despite frigid air temperatures! When everyone else is thinking about slowing down, the guys quickly dial in a chatterbait and lipless crankbait bite!

This is the time of year that you get to choose your fishing style. Most guys on the lake are finesse fishing, but you don't have to join them! Move shallow, grab faster moving baits in bold colors, and dial in an awesome early season pattern! As Matt explained in the end of the video, the exact color of "bold" bait has to do with the water color on your lake. If it's stained, throw the really bright stuff, if its clearer, throw the see-through tones.

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear Matt and Tim used throughout the day. In addition to the exact colors they were fishing with, they've included recommendations for different water conditions. 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

MATT'S CHATTERBAIT...

•Zman Jackhammer Chatterbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Fire Craw

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

Color: Blow Torch

TIM'S CHATTERBAIT...

•Zman Jackhammer Chatterbait (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Hite's Hot Craw

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

Color: Lava Craw

MATT'S LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

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

Color: Red Craw

•Owner ST–35 Treble: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Size: 6

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

Size: 2

MATT'S CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Elite 7'5" Medium Heavy X Fast: https://bit.ly/3MyC6tb

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

MATT'S LIPLESS CRANKBAIT COMBO...

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

Model: 7'2" Medium Heavy Moderate

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

TIM'S CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (19 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

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