Fall Topwater Fishing! Walking Baits For Big Bass!

Spotted Bass and topwater! Does it get more fun?! Tim is exploring a new lake and there are Magnum Spotted Bass chasing baitfish in open water! Watch as he adapts his baits and technique to go from catching small spots to big magnums in just a few hours on a lake he knows nothing about!

Fall is topwater time! If you don't have a walking bait in your arsenal you're missing an opportunity to have a lot of fun on the water. Today Tim had to adjust the size and color of his walking bait until he found what the fish were after. He also used a minnow-imitating dropshot to get a few bonus bites when the fish dropped down to the bottom between feeding periods. You can mirror this pattern on your lake, using a topwater in conjunction with a bottom contact bait to catch more fish when you're on the water. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim used throughout the day. We've included size and color recommendations, along with Tim's favorite rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TOPWATER... 

-Shower Blows 125: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Black Bone, Full Metal, American Shad

-River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea

Colors: Chrome Black, Funky Tiger, Herring

-Shower Blows 105: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Full Metal, Black Bone, Blue Back Herring

DROPSHOT... 

Bait- Megabass Hazedong 3": http://bit.ly/2CIwgzt

Colors: Ghost Shad, Shio Kosho

Hook- Owner Mosquito Light (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Weight- Swagger Tungsten 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

UNDERSPIN... 

Head- Cool Baits Down Under 3/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

Color: Silver Shad/Silver Plate

Bait- Keitech Easy Shiner 3.5": http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

BLADE BAIT... 

Damiki Vault 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Colors: Holo Cyber Purple

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod- Shimano Zodias 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

DROPSHOT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

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

Line- Sunline SX1 12 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader- Sunline Super FC 7 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Line- Power Pro Braid 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

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Fall and Winter Crankbait Fishing! Beginner To Advanced - Full Seminar!

Today we're taking an In-Depth look at Speed cranking for bass in Fall and Winter. We're covering everything from beginner basics, up to the most advanced details of color, cadence, and fish location. If you want to take your crankbait fishing to the next level this Fall, this video is for you!

Speed cranking involves specialized crankbaits designed to be fished at high rates of speed in order to trigger a feed response in bass. It works from September to March, even in the coldest water temperatures. You know longer have to slow fish with finesse baits in Fall and Winter, its time to power fish your way to a new personal best! 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits we use for this technique. We've included our favorite models, best colors, as well as hook and hardware upgrades. Additionally we've included links to the rod and reel combos discussed in the video, our storage boxes, and any other relevant information. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SPEED CRANKING BAITS... 

-River2Sea Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow, Glass Minnow

-Megabass Deep-X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Colors: Sexy Ayu, PM Kisyu Ayu, Elegy Bone

-Megabass Deep Six: http://bit.ly/2A3clKP

Colors: Ito Wakasagi, MB Gizzard, Tora Zari

BOTTOM CONTACT CRANKS... 

-Spro RkCrawler 55: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Phantom Green, Ozark Craw, Phantom Watermelon

-Storm Wiggle Wart: https://bit.ly/3BaVBkf

Colors: Phantom Green Craw, Phantom Green Purple Craw

-Jackall MC60: https://bit.ly/3Beyllj

Colors: Ghost Brown Craw, RT Bluegill, Dark Craw

-13 fishing Gordito: https://bit.ly/3owtbxs

Colors: Day Old Guac, Fire and Ice Craw

SHALLOW CRANKS... 

-Rapala BX Brat: http://bit.ly/2qFBMiR

Colors: Pearl Grey Shiner, Silver

-Spro Baby Fat John 50: http://bit.ly/2V03giW

Colors: Matte Shad, Honey Shad, Nasty Shad

HOOK/HARDWARE UPGRADES... 

3X Hook- Owner ST-56: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Sizes: 2 or 4

Flat Sided Hook- Owner Short Shank ST-35: http://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Sizes: 1

Split Ring- Owner Hyperwire: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Sizes: 3

STORAGE BOXES... 

-Medium Crankbait Box: http://bit.ly/2KwA8Kp

-Deep Waterproof Box: http://bit.ly/2xjccls

-Treble Box: http://bit.ly/2t3uHMR

MATT'S CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Shimano Shimano Bantam MGL XG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Line- 12 lb Sunline Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

CRANKBAIT/LIPLESS COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Shimano Tranx 200 (XG): http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

Alt. Budget Rod- Loomis GCX 845 CBR: https://bit.ly/2G5Bc86

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod- St. Croix Mojo Bass Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- 12 lb Sunline Fluorocarbon: 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

How To Catch 2 Bass At Once!! (Tricks For Schooling Bass)

When Tim is teaching and bass come up schooling, he grabs a rod! Watch him catch 2 bass at the same time right after teaching how to do it! Fall bass fishing can be incredible and with these tips and tricks, you can make it even better! From inches of water to 50+ feet deep, Tim teaches everything you need to know about schooling bass in the Fall. 

Any time bass are corralling baitfish you've got an opportunity to catch a pile of fish. You can catch a bunch but you can also catch a giant! Pay close attention as Tim talks about the dynamics of schooling bass and where the biggest fish position. He's sprinkled key information throughout the bait discussion portion of this video. Then when you think he's winding down Tim jumps up, grabs a rod, and proceeds to stick a bunch of nice bass behind the boat!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've also included our favorite colors for each bait and any rigging components you'll need to make them work properly. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

RELATED VIDEOS... 

-Topwater Tricks Video: https://youtu.be/V5NCOgVkjMw

-Donkey Rig Fluke Video: https://youtu.be/Pja8h3Q3wsA

SHALLOW SCHOOLING FISH

SQUAREBILL... 

-Spro Fat John 50: http://bit.ly/2V03giW

Colors: Matte Shad, Honey Shad, Nasty Shad

-Spro Little John 50: http://bit.ly/2dDfuqt

Colors: Copper Shad, Matte Shad, Spooky Nasty

-River2Sea Biggie (Smalls): http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Abalone Shad, Gizzard Shad, TS Minnow

JERKBAIT... 

-Megabass 110 Jr: http://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

Colors: Elegy Bone, Tennessee Shad, Matte Shad

SOFT JERKBAIT... 

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

Colors: Albino, Smokin Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

-Zoom Fluke: http://bit.ly/2OFjvjx

Colors: Albino, Smokin Shad

DONKEY JERKBAIT RIGGING... 

Bobber Stop- VMC Sinker Stop Medium: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

Swivel- Spro Power Swivel Size 4: http://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

Spring- Owner CPS Spring (Medium): http://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

Front/Back Hook- http://bit.ly/2fqYFCR

Front/Back Bait- http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

FLUTTER SPOON... 

Nichols 5" Flutter 1 1/8 oz: http://bit.ly/2ICAGKL

Colors: Blue Shad, Blueback HD, Silver Chrome

SHALLOW TOPWATER... 

-Megabass Pop Max Popper: http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Matte Shad, Megabass Sexy Shad

-Jackall Gavacho Frog: http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill, Gold Gill

OPEN WATER SCHOOLING FISH

OPEN WATER TOPWATER... 

-River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea

Colors: Chrome Black, Funky Tiger

-Evergreen Shower Blows 105: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Black Bone, Full Metal, Skeleton Chartreuse

FRONT RUNNER... 

PH Customs Phront Runner: https://bit.ly/3wJIdkH

Colors: Foil Black, Pearl Bone

ALABAMA RIG... 

Rig- Tactical Bladed Flex Rig: https://bit.ly/38xd1es

Head- Matt Allen Swimbait Head 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Baits- Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

UNDERSPIN... 

Bait- Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Shallow- Owner Flashy Swimmer 3/0: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Deep- Cool Baits 1/4 oz 3/0 Underspin: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT/BLADE BAITS... 

-Jackall TN70 Lipless: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: RT Scale Minnow, SG Threadfin

-Damiki Vault 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Colors: Holo Cyber Purple, Spot Black, Black Holo

TINY SHAD SWIMBAIT... 

-Spro Baby Shad: https://bit.ly/325h8ez

Colors: Blue Back Herring, Natural Shad

DEEP SCHOOLING FISH

CRANKBAITS... 

-River2Sea Tactical DD75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, Ghost Minnow, DD Minnow

-Rapala DT20: http://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Pearl Grey Shiner

JIGGING SPOON... 

-Blade Runner Duh 1 3/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2aKVLlG

Colors: UV Fried Chicken, Morning Dawn, UV Sierra

TAIL SPIN... 

-Damiki Axe Blade: http://bit.ly/2w2uB9t

Colors: Black Holo, Real Shad

TOPWATER COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

ALL-AROUND CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Shimano Bantam 150 XG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

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

Topwater Tricks You've NEVER Heard... But Your FRIENDS Have!

Its topwater time! These are the tricks that make all the difference! Want to look different? Want to get bit when others can't? There are subtle changes you can make to your topwater baits that will make a huge difference! From heavy-weighted frogs to front runners, we're giving you the best of the best today!

You can go to the lake and throw the same old topwater or you can take it to the next level! There are reasons that some anglers get more bites than others. Sure, there are some key baits that get a ton of bites but there are also some tricks of the trade that we've learned through years of experimentation and we're willing to share them with you. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors, exact trailers, and all the components to help you modify them. We've also included some of our favorite rods for these techniques as well as a great budget option. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

PROP BAITS... 

-River2Sea Whopper Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Color: Monkey Butt, Bone, Shad

-Savage Gear Prop Walker: https://bit.ly/3kwBFAa

Colors: American Shad, Ghost Minnow, Bone

BUZZBAIT... 

-D&M Slow Roller: http://bit.ly/2t7BMKt

Colors: White, Night Stalker, Redbug

-Dirty Jigs Pro Buzz: https://bit.ly/2WJ85R3

Colors: Pearl Shine, White

-Zorro Baits Head Knocker: http://bit.ly/2d4VpK1

Colors: Smoke Pepper, Silver White

BUZZBAIT TRAILERS... 

-River2Sea D Walker 120: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

Colors: PB Red, Shamrock Shad

-Big Bite Tour Toad: http://bit.ly/2NtAghc

Colors: Dirty Snow, Pearl Shine

POPPERS... 

-Megabass Pop Max: http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Matte Shad, White Python, Megabass Sexy Shad

WALKING BAITS... 

-River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea

Colors: Sooner, Ghost Minnow, Funky Tiger

-Evergreen Shower Blows 105: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Bleeding White, Bone, Skeleton Chartreuse

TOPWATER HOOK UPGRADES... 

Split Ring- Owner Hyperwire: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 3 or 4

3X Treble- Owner ST-56: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Size: 2 or 4 fit most topwater

Red Treble- Owner ST-36: http://bit.ly/2wSknXp

Size: 2 or 4 fit most topwater

Feathers- Owner Feather ST-36: http://bit.ly/2m7XrAx

Size 2 or 4 fit most topwater

FRONT RUNNERS... 

-PH Customs Phront Runner: https://bit.ly/3wJIdkH

Colors: Foil Black, Pearl Bone

FROGS... 

-Spro King Daddy: http://bit.ly/2h0LCYd

Colors: Nasty Shad, Killer Gill, Outback

-Spro Flappin Frog: https://bit.ly/37ljzM8

Colors: Nasty Shad, Leopard, Killer Gill

-Teckel Sprinker: http://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

Colors: Bone, Pearl White, Lemon Lime

FROG MODIFICATIONS... 

-Tungsten Dropshot Weights: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

-Tungsten Nail Weights: http://bit.ly/2iGNSFW

-Plastic Jig Rattles: https://bit.ly/3a9J4Sf

FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

WALKING BAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

BUDGET FROG/BUZZ COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

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

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