FALL TOPWATER FISHING: The BEST Baits For EVERY Situation!

Fall is topwater time! When it comes to catching bass in shallow water, every bass angler knows that topwater is king. The question isn't if you should throw topwater, its which topwater you should throw next. Today we're breaking down the different styles of topwater, what they're for, and how to use them this Fall. 

From poppers to walking baits, buzz baits to wake baits, Tim is explaining what each style of bait is for. In addition to the baits themselves he also gives key color recommendations so you can fish with confidence. 

Below you'll find links to our favorite baits, favorite colors, as well as the gear we use to fish them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TIM'S PERSONAL TOPWATER LINE UP RIGHT NOW...

•R2S Whopper Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Color: Loon

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

Color: Full Metal

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

Color: Funky Tiger

•River2Sea Bully Wa 2 Frog: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Color: Little Allen

•Evergreen Shower Blows 77.7: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Black Bone, Neon Wakasagi

•R2S Tactical Wake 210: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Color: Tactical Shad

WALKING BAITS...

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

Color: Funky Tiger, Sooner, Chrome Black

•Reaction Innovations Vixen: http://bit.ly/2rp11nr

Color: Chartreuse Shiner, Lush, Ghost Herring

•Heddon Super Spook: http://bit.ly/2diThgH

Color: Okie Shad, TW Okie Bone, Bone

•Lucky Craft GunFish 117: https://bit.ly/3vy7Pln

Color: Bone Shad, BP Golden Shiner

FINESSE WALKING BAITS...

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

Color: Full Metal

•Teckell Kicknocker: http://bit.ly/2nvxkoA

Color: Bone, Chrome

•Owner Zip-N-Ziggy: https://bit.ly/3BTMLuh

Color: Brown Trout, Ivory Chartreuse, Natural Minnow

 •Jackall PikuPiku 78: https://bit.ly/399wl59

Color: Glitter Secret Bait, lively Shad

STRAIGHT RETRIEVE BAITS...

•D&M Double Hammer Buzz: http://bit.ly/29W2t9z

Colors: White Shad, Night Stalker

•Whopper plopper 90 or 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Chrome Black, Bone, Munky Butt

SMALL WAKEBAITS...

•Jackall Mikey Jr: https://bit.ly/3r3L1If

Color: Aurora Black, Ghost Minnow

•Megabass I jack: https://bit.ly/3PuBqEt

Color: Kossori Shad, Kisyu Ayu, Cosmic Shad

FRONT RUNNER...

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

Color: Foil Black, Pearl Bone, Sexy Shad

POPPERS...

•Shimano World Pop: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Colors: N Smelt, T Smelt

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

Colors: Mat Shad, Megabass Sexy Shad

•Megabass Pop X: https://bit.ly/3i9T3sg

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, M Wakasagi

FROGS...

•River2Sea Bully Wa 2 Frog: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Colors: Little Allen, Ghost

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

Colors: Bone, Hologram Bone

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

Colors: Misty Shad, Nasty Shad

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

Colors: Black Gill, Lime Frog, White

•Jackall Kaera: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: White, Green Frog, Glitter Hasu

•Zoom Horny Toad: http://bit.ly/2aY5lBt

Colors: Grey Ghost, White, Bull Frog

WAKEBAIT...

•R2S Tactical 210 Wake: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: Copper Carp, SC Minnow, Chrome Gill

TIM'S TOPWATER COMBO...

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

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 100: https://bit.ly/3KmzgFJ

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (30 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

FAVORITE FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'3" XH: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

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

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (30 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... 

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Soft Plastic Jerkbaits: 4 Fluke Tricks For Fall Bass!

The Fluke is an amazing baitfish imitator! There may be no better bait to target aggressive bass in Fall, around heavy cover. The soft jerkbait's ability to dance in an out of cover triggers a feed response, even in wary bass. This is a bait that should be in your Fall fishing line up every time you hit the water. 

Most anglers fish a soft jerkbait but few realize its true adaptability. It can be texas rigged in heavy cover, nose hooked in clear water, or be "donkey rigged" and fished around active bass. Most anglers use the Fluke but few know how to keep fishing eating it day after day. Pay attention to the details in Tim's rigging methods as they can be the difference between catching a few fish and really dialing in an amazing pattern. 

Below you'll find links to the all the baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes, colors, and rigging components for each. We've also included some of our favorite soft jerkbait combos for different rigging methods. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SOFT JERKBAITS...

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

Colors: Shiner, Smokin Shad, Albino

•Yamamoto D Shad: https://bit.ly/3lG1b7T

Colors: Green Gizzard, Pro Blue, Smoke Shad

•ZMan Jerk Shadz: https://bit.ly/3yRocN0

Colors: Bad Shad, Smelt, The Deal

•Zoom Super Fluke Jr: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Smokin Shad, Electric Shad, Albino

TEXAS RIGGING...

Hook– Gamakatsu Superline EWG: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Size: 3/0 or 4/0

NOSE RIGGING...

Hook– Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Size: 1/0

Weedless– Weedless Finesse Wide Gap: http://bit.ly/2i57dOP

Size: 1/0

Nose Screw- Owner CPS Spring Medium: http://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

DOUBLE FLUKE RIGGING...

Main Line- PP Maxcuatro Braid (20 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline Super FC (8 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Bobber Stopper– VMC Sinker Stop: https://bit.ly/38XLQd4

Swivel– SPRO Power Swivel (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3gWChyf

Hooks x 2– Gamakatsu Dropshot Hook (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2zGX441

Screw Lock x 2 – Owner CPS (Medium): http://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

RELATED VIDEOS...

• Fluke Rigging: https://youtu.be/C3ix3hEYLPE

•Double Fluke Rig: https://youtu.be/_fnSwwJoDsM

•Fluke Rigging Tricks: https://youtu.be/t8rb6gNfSmk

HEAVY COVER ROD...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 7'5" Heavy (754): http://bit.ly/36fIHCg

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

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

NOSE HOOK DOUBLE FLUKE COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX Ronin: http://bit.ly/2XkVoej

Reel– Shimano Stradic 3000: http://bit.ly/35Bufnb

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (20 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

BUDGET FLUKE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'1" MH: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (14 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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... 

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Fall Fishing For Bass: (Largemouth, Spotted Bass, AND Smallmouth) On A New Lake!

Come along as we explore a new lake! They're pushing a ton of current down the river and the fish are aggressive! Tim explains how he breaks down new water, what baits he relies on, and how to fish with confidence, even when you've never been on the lake before. 

It doesn't take long to get the first bite but after 25 minutes of battling the beast Tim realizes its the wrong species 😂. Just a few casts later though, a great big Smallmouth comes on board. With confidence rising Tim is able to quickly build a pattern fishing reaction baits and replicates it all over the lake. Anywhere he found a current break, he found fish. While he used a variety of baits to pick the lake apart his key baits were a small underspin and a topwater. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear used in the video. We've included the exact size and color for each lure and the exact specs on the rods and reels. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

UNDERSPINS...

Bait– Keitech Fat Swing Impact (2.8"): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v 

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Head– Cool Baits Down Under Spin: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

Size: 1/8 oz

Bait– Storm Largo Shad (3"): https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color: Gizzard Shad

Head- Gamakatsu Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3PbOduU

Color: 3/8 oz

TOPWATER...

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

Color: Full Metal

DROPSHOT...

Bait– Roboworm 6" Fat: http://bit.ly/2awYSxM

Color: MMIII

Hook– Owner Cover Shot (1/0): https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Weight– Swagger Dropshot (1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

CHATTERBAIT...

Bait– ZMan Mini Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

Color: Pearl Ghost

Trailer– Keitech 4" Easy Shiner: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Sexy Shad

UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line– Sunline SX1 Braid (20 lb): http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC (10 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 902S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Stella FK (2500): https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Line– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TOPWATER COMBO...

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

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Line- Sufix 131 Braid (15 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen (10 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

Jerkbait Tips For Early Fall Bass Fishing! (Easy Tricks To Get More Bites)

The early Fall transition is jerkbait time! Bass are beginning to focus on baitfish again and there may be no better bait to trigger a reaction strike than a jerkbait. Virtually any jerkbait can get bit right now but there are key baits and key colors that can lead to the kinds of days on the water we all dream about!

Its important to understand that no two jerkbaits are created equal. Different baits have different applications and learning to use each bait at its best time will help you catch more fish. As Matt eludes to in the video, color is everything this time of year. Do not be afraid to throw the aggressive, bold, even obnoxious colors. Bold colors can take a good day of fishing and make it unforgettable!

Below you'll find links to the baits and equipment Matt discussed in the video. We've included our best "Traditional" colors, as well as our best "Bold" colors for each bait. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

ALL-AROUND JERKBAITS... 

-Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

Traditional: Mat Shad, Killer Kawaguchi

Bold: Elegy Bone, Western Clown, Twilight Chart Back

-Shimano World Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

Traditional: Ghost Ayu, Pink Smelt

Bold: Clown, Chart Silver, Chart Head

DEEPER DIVING JERKBAITS... 

-Megabass Vision 110+1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Traditional: Mat Shad, GP Pro Blue

Bold: Elegy Bone, Western Clown, Twilight Chart Back

-Jackall Rerange MR: https://bit.ly/2CbWr6X

Traditional: Ghost Wakasagi, Holo Minnow

Bold: Secret Shad 2, HL Silver Shad

SMALLER JERKBAITS... 

-13 Fishing Whipper Snapper: https://bit.ly/3okRcrq

Traditional: Gizzard of Oz, Olive Crush

Bold: Rainbow Shad

-Lucky Craft Flash Pointer SP 100: http://bit.ly/2aHz588

Traditional: Ghost Minnow

Bold: Aurora Black, Chartreuse Shad

MEGABASS VISION 110 HOOK UPGRADES... 

Split Ring Replacement- Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

110 Replacement Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble (Size 5): http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

110 Junior Replacement Hook- Gamakatsu 1X Black (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp

MATT'S FAVORITE JERKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride B 6'10" medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line- Sunline Super FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MID-PRICED JERKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

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

Line- Sunline FC 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET JERKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line- Sunline FC 12 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