My FAVORITE Way To Catch Early Fall Bass! (Donkey Rig + Micro Baits + BFS)

The Donkey Rig! Fishing Blowing Up All Around The boat! Bait Finesse! Let's do this!! The bite is wide open right now! Bass are targeting small baitfish all over the lake and we're taking advantage of it! Come along as Matt targets bass as they ambush bait, it's so good he even catches them two at a time!

We love this time of year! As night time temperatures drop bass turn their attention to baitfish. If you understand how to adapt to this, the fishing can be incredible! Today we're catching them on flukes, donkey rigs, topwater, jerkbaits, crankbaits, and bait finesse. It's really amazing!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt is using throughout the day. From the exact colors of crankbait, to rigging the double fluke donkey rig, to our favorite bait finesse rods, all the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT...

•Jackall TN–60 Lipless: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Color: SG Threadfin

THE DONKEY RIG...

Bait #1 – Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Color: Albino

Bait #2 – Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Color: Electric Shad

Hooks– Owner All Purpose Bait Hook: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Sizes: 3/0 and 4/0

Swivel- SPRO Power Swivel: https://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

Size: 6

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen: https://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Size: 15 lb

TOPWATER...

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

Color: Natural Minnow

BFS CRANKBAIT...

•Megabass Griffon MR–X BFS: https://bit.ly/47of55j

Color: Mat Shad

BFS JERKBAITS...

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Color: GP Invisible Wakasagi

•Duo Realis Rozante Shad 57 MR: https://bit.ly/3YurtNa

Color: Ghost Minnow

UNDERSPIN...

Head– Dirty Jigs Tactical Finesse Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 1/8 oz

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

TAIL SPIN...

•Jackall Deracoup: https://bit.ly/2p8X4b0

Size: 3/4 oz

DONKEY RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

ine– Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen 18 lb Mono: https://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BRAIDED LINE BFS COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Reel– Kast King Kestrel: https://bit.ly/3Or8X4W

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (6 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

FLUOROCARBON BFS COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Pop X Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

Line– 6 lb Daiwa Hidden Fluoro: 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 hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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

Crankbait Tricks For Fall Bass Fishing!

Crankbaits should be a staple in every angler's Fall arsenal! Fall is crankbait time, and today we're showing you our favorites! From deep to shallow, lipless to wide wobbling, these are our confidence baits for crankbait fishing in the Fall!

No matter what lake you call home, Bass are aggressively feeding this time of year and there is a crankbait that can trigger them into biting. We have multiple videos covering the different cranking techniques in Fall, today we want to help you build confidence in the baits you're using. Tim has separated Fall crankbaits into a few categories and gives you his top choices from each category. These are baits we rely on day in and day out to consistently catch fish.

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.

DEEP DIVING CRANKS...

•Strike King 10XD: https://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Sexy Shad

•Megabass Big M 7.5: https://bit.ly/2yHmm4R

Colors: Wagin Hasu BM, MB Gizzard

•Azuma Z Boss 22: https://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Colors: Grand Shad, Gold Digger

•Strike King 6XD: https://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Chrome Blue, Gizzard Shad, The Sizzle

•Rapala DT20: https://bit.ly/3JmnnR3

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Big Shad

SPEED CRANKS...

•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: DD Minnow, Glass Minnow, Mirrored Minnow

•Megabass Deep X 300: https://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Colors: MB Gizzard, Sexy Ayu

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

Colors: Ito Wakasagi, MB Gizzard, Tora Zari

MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Spro Rock Crawler: https://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Phantom Green, Green Craw, Phantom Watermelon

•Megabass Super–Z Z2: https://bit.ly/3fsxn9G

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Mat Craw 2, Wild Craw

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

•River2Sea Biggie Poppa: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Abalone Shad, Gizzard Shad, TS Minnow

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

Colors: Green Gizzard, Tennessee Shad

•Spro Little John: https://bit.ly/2dDfuqt

Colors: Chrome Olive, Matte Shad

ULTRA SHALLOW CRANKS...

•Lucky Craft BDS 1: https://bit.ly/3sKcpPC

Colors: American Shad, Ghost Minnow

•Spro Fat John 50: https://bit.ly/2V03giW

Colors: Mat Shad, Honey Shad

•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Mossy Shad, Threadfin Flash

LIPLESS CRANKBAITS...

•Jackall TN 70: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: Ghost Minnow, SG Threadfin

•Lucky Craft LV 500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Colors: American Shad, Ghost Minnow, Chartreuse Shad

•Jackall TN 50: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: Ghost Minnow, RT Scale Minnow

BLADE BAITS...

•Damiki Vault: http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Size: 1/2 oz, 3/4 oz

Colors: Black Holo, Real Shad

•Megabass Dyna Response: http://bit.ly/2R7FlvL

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Ito Hiuo, Jukucho Shad

HOOK UPGRADES...

3X Hooks– Owner ST–56: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Tipped In Point– Gamakatsu EWG: http://bit.ly/2DCOlmV

Flat Hook– Owner ST–35: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Bladed– VMC Bladed Treble: http://bit.ly/2oqWODi

Split Rings– Owner Hyperwire: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Sizes: 2, 3

SPEED CRANKING COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Crank FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC

SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Levante Flat Side Special: https://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

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

Line– Sunline Crank FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC

LIPLESS CRANKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate System Shock (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/3P8REVe

Reel– Shimano SLX A 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line– Sunline FC (12 lb): https://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! It's 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! (Tricks To Get More Bites)

It's jerkbait time! The early Fall transition has begun! Bass are focusing on baitfish again and jerkbaits trigger a reaction strike in those hungry bass. If you've ever wanted to experience a wide open jerkbait bite like you've heard other anglers talk about, it's time to go give it a try!

When it comes to jerkbaits, no two baits are alike. Different baits have different applications and learning to use each bait at its best time will help you catch more fish. That said, these are the key baits that we trust to put fish in the boat. When it comes to color, it's time to get out of your comfort zone! Try the bold, obnoxious colors and you might be surprised by the results!

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, Mat Skeleton Shad

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

Traditional: Ghost Ayu, Pink Smelt

Bold: Clown, Chart Silver, Chart Head

DEEPER DIVING JERKBAIT...

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

Traditional: Mat Shad, GP Pro Blue

Bold: Elegy Bone, French Pearl, GP Skeleton Shad

SMALLER JERKBAITS...

•Shimano Zumverno 95 SP: https://bit.ly/3Gbzrmw

Traditional: Pink Smelt, ST Chiayu

Bold: ST Purple, Clown

•Megabass Vision 110 +1 Jr: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Traditional: GP Pro Blue, Kasumi Ito, Mat Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone, GLX Northern Secret, French Pearl

BFS JERKBAITS...

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Traditional: GP Invisible Wakasagi, ITO Tennessee Shad

Bold: Elegy Bone, Hachiro Reaction

•Cultiva Rip N Minnow 70: https://bit.ly/47zp47R

Colors: Blue Scales, Green Scales, Shiner

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 ALL AROUND 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

MATT'S FINESSE JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 OneTen Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

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

BFS JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): http://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

Finesse Tricks For Skittish Bass ( Early Fall )

Tim is fishing a new lake and the water is crystal clear! Come along for a fun day on the water as Tim uses some finesse tricks to coax these Leary late season bass into biting! From specifics on his finesse tackle, to how to extend cast range, lead fish, and more... Tim is giving up all the tips!

Today was all about finesse! Tim's primary baits were a tube and a finesse swimbait. Color was key on the tube but didn't seem important at all on the swimbait. The most important factor was reaching the fish before they detected the boat. Long casts, light line, and keeping the boat quiet were all critical factors.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear he used throughout the day. We've also included some awesome budget–friendly combos that will help you maximize distance and catch these Fall bass, even in clear water and heavily pressured situations. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE TUBE...

•Netbait STH 2.5" Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3aU0oeU

Color: Juvenile Goby

•Freedom Tackle Tube Jig Head: https://bit.ly/3OX4GnS

Size: 1/8 oz, 2/0 Hook

FINESSE SWIMBAITS AND HEADS...

•Keitech 4" Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Colors: Tennesse Shad, Smallmouth Magic, Perch

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

Size: 1/4 oz, 3/0 Hook

TIM'S TUBE COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

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

Line– Sunline SX1 (10 lb) Braid: https://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

GREAT ALL AROUND BFS COMBO...

Rod– Shimano 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

ALL AROUND SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'6" Light: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'4" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3O8zBye

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (7 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