Top 5 Baits For Pond Fishing!

Are you a pond fisherman? Do you walk the bank, fish from a kayak, or tin boat?  If you fish small waters there are a few key baits that you need to know how to use. You can carry whole tackle boxes but at the end of the day, one of these 5 baits is how you'll catch most of your fish!

If you've spent any time fishing ponds you know they're just as diverse as larger lakes. Some are shallow, others are deep. Some have clear water while others are muddy. Despite all these differences, there are key baits that work in nearly every pond, every time. These are the baits we trust when we're showing up to a new pond and need to see what kind of fish live there.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits (in the order they were discussed). We've included our favorite colors and sizes for each, along with some great budget-friendly rods and reels you can use to fish these baits effectively.

TOPWATER...

•Spro Bronzeye Poppin Frog: https://bit.ly/2HsyqIJ

Colors: Killer Gill, Sunfish, Nasty Shad

•Scum Frog Launch Frog: https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

Colors: Bluegill, Leopard

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 90: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Bone, Bluegill

SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Colors: Baby Bass, Minnow Magic, Electric Shad

•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Watermelon Red Flake, Smokin Shad

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

Size: 3/0

TEXAS RIG CREATURE...

•Missile Baits D Stroyer: https://bit.ly/2QiTTrM

Colors: Copper Chopper, GP3, Super Bug

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

Size: 4/0

•Xzone Tungsten Worm Weight: https://bit.ly/46AXJBW

Size: 1/4 oz

STICK BAIT...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

•Big Bite Baits Trick Stick: https://bit.ly/3shcgNK

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Tilapia

•Yum 5" Dinger Bulk Pack: https://bit.ly/3ZRlCRO

Colors: Watermelon Seed, Green Pumpkin

SHAKEY HEAD...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Tilapia Magic

•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shaky: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz

BUDGET FROG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

BUDGET TEXAS RIG/FLUKE COMBO...

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

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

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

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

STICK BAIT/SHAKEY HEAD COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

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

Line– Seaguar AbrazX (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2aaBBDX

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... 

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Tips To Catch More Fish While Pond Fishing!

Tim got access to some awesome ponds! He's walking the shore with son JD and they're catching nice bass! Come along for a fun afternoon of fishing with topwater, creature baits, and underspin swimbaits! Fishing from shore has a lot of advantages and today Tim gives some great tips that will make it even easier the next time you're on the bank.

Pond fishing presents a unique set of challenges. From ticks and snakes, to how to transport your tackle, Tim covers the specifics of how he overcomes to consistently catch fish from the bank. Watch how he picks his spots, and the mindset behind his decisions. Pond fishing can be a blast and this quick dive into Tim's approach will help you be more effective the next time you go!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim used throughout the video. We've included the exact sizes and colors, hooks, etc, for each bait. We've also included his rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TIM'S APPAREL...

•Aftco Adapt Tactical Hoodie: https://bit.ly/4beBJPg

Color: Niagara Mist Acid Camo

•Aftco Transformer Shell Pants: https://bit.ly/3Zzy89y

Color: Khaki

TOPWATER...

•SnagProof Zoo Pop: https://bit.ly/484SzxL

Color: Bone

WOBBLE HEAD...

•Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football: https://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Size: 3/8 oz, 5/0 Hook

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

Color: Tilapia

FLASHY SWIMMER...

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

Size: 3/0 and 5/0

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

Color: Tennessee Shad

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue

•Big Bite Baits Pro Swimmer: https://bit.ly/3AeQsaS

Color: Sunfish

TIM'S TACKLE BOXES...

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

•Plano Z Series 3700 Bag: https://bit.ly/3l8iyh9

TIM'S WOBBLE HEAD COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

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

TIM'S TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

FLASHY SWIMMER COMBO #1...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

FLASHY SWIMMER COMBO #2...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW: https://bit.ly/401hGOK

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

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

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! It's all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...

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

The Best Baits For Summer Pond Fishing! ( And Bank Fishing )

These are the baits we use to overcome shore fishing's unique challenges! We grew up walking creeks, ponds, and lakes in search of bass. Along the way we've developed a pretty solid strategy to catch those fish without spending a fortune and getting frustrated. Here is what we use and how we apply it to pond fishing to catch more fish!

Whether you're a pond fisherman, a bank fisherman, or you boat on shallow bodies of water, this information will help you succeed this Summer. The key to successful pond fishing is having a mix of reaction and finesse presentations. Its an added bonus if you're able to do it with inexpensive baits as well because when you're limited to shore, some break offs are bound to happen. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear discussed in the video. We've also included some great "bang for the buck" rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

POPPER...

•Damiki D Pop: https://bit.ly/2Pjvqo3

Colors: Spayu, Phantom, Black Holo

POPPIN FROG...

•Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill, Gold Gill

•Spro Bronzeye Poppin Frog 60: https://bit.ly/2HsyqIJ

Colors: Killer Gill, Nasty Shad

STANDARD FROG...

•River2Sea Bully Wa 2: https://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Colors: Little Allen, Ghost, Snipe

BLADED JIG...

•ZMan Mini Max Chatterbait (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

Color: Bluegill, Green Pumpkin

•Big Bite Baits 3.8 Pro Swimmer: https://bit.ly/3AeQsaS

Colors: Sunfish, Perch Dinner

WEEDLESS UNDERSPINS...

Bait– Big Bite Baits 4.8" Pro Swimmer: https://bit.ly/3AeQsaS

Colors: Sunfish, Perch Dinner

Bait– Damiki 4" Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Colors: Pure Gill, Tennessee Shad

Hook– Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 1/4 oz 5/0, 3/16 oz 3/0

SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Green Flash, Watermelon Seed Pearl, Albino

Hook– VMC Redline Hybrid Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/3m3dn6G

Size: 4/0

TEXAS RIGGED CREATURES...

•MissileBaits D Stroyer: https://bit.ly/2QiTTrM

Colors: Candy Grass, Green Pumpkin

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

Colors: Candy Grass, Green Pumpkin

•Zoom Baby Brush Hog: https://bit.ly/2bnpCRx

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Red

Weight– Xzone Tungsten Worm Weight: https://bit.ly/46AXJBW

Size: 3/16 oz

STICK BAITS...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin

•Yum 5" Dinger: https://bit.ly/2J8nMrF

Colors: Green Pumpkin

Hook– VMC Redline Hybrid Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/3m3dn6G

Size: 3/0

BUDGET FROG FISHING COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

BUDGET ALL AROUND CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX  A 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel– Shimano SLX A 150: https://bit.ly/3ZWPeho 

Line– Sufix Advance Fluorocarbon (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3pF7HBK

BUDGET ALL AROUND SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

LIne– 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

Fishing A New Pond: Where To Start

Come along as Tim explores a new pond! Fishing new water is always a gamble but Tim has a simple method of finding fish quickly. Listen closely as he approaches the water and gives tips on the productive parts of any pond, while catching a few fish. 

When approaching a new body of water Tim likes to start off in search of a giant. After that, he focuses on topwater, then drops down to baits that will contact the bottom. Once on bottom he uses the baits to gain an understanding of the underwater contours. In doing so he's able to gauge the size of the fish in the pond, the overall depth, and where fish are positioned, very quickly. 

Below you'll find links to the baits he had tied on for this pond adventure. We've included the exact colors, rigging components, and some of the rod and reel combos he was using. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

THE BAITS... 

Wakebait- River2Sea Tactical 210 Wake: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Color: Tactical Shad

Jerkbait- Zoom Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Color: Smokin Shad

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

Size: 4/0

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

Trailer- Yamamoto Zako: http://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Color: Green Pumpkin

Popper- Shimano World Pop: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Color: N Smelt

Frog- Megabass Big Gabot: https://bit.ly/3bXW8Jh

Color: Kaeru Shad

Glide Bait- R2S S Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Color: Light Trout

CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Savage Gear Battletek 7'3" MH: https://bit.ly/3pYvM45

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro (50 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen (15 lb): http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

FLUKE/POPPER COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

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

Line- Sufix 131 (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BUDGET FROG COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Power Pro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

BUDGET ALL-AROUND COMBO...

Rod- Shimano SLX 7' Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

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

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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