Where Do Bass go in Fall??? (And The Best Baits To Catch Them)

Fall is here! Here's what you need to know to keep catching bass! Bass are schooling up and feeding! If you're not catching them, you need to adapt right away because it's happening, and you're missing it. Regardless of the type of lake you're fishing, we're here to help! From where bass position in different types of fisheries, to the baits we use to catch them, we're about to lay it all out for you.

Fall is prime time for bass fishing! Whether you like to fish shallow or deep, there are aggressive fish to be caught. We use different lures depending on the type of fishery but the concept is the same; find the baitfish, find the bass. Keep moving, keep searching, and keep your eyes peeled for signs of life! If you can find the baitfish, active bass aren't far behind.

Below is a breakdown of the gear we recommend using during these conditions. We've included rigging components where applicable and even included our favorite colors for each technique. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FROGS...

•Spro Bronzeye Frog 65: https://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Colors: Ayu Flash, Nasty Shad, White Black

•Jackall Kaera Frog: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: Glitter Hasu, Glitter Bluegill

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Matte Shad, Honey Shad

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

Colors: Threadfin Flash, Mossy Shad, Real Shad

TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Munky Butt, Phantom Shad, Bone

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, GP Pro Blue 2

SOFT JERKBAIT...

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Baby Bass

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

Size: 4/0

DEEP CRANKS...

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

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, Glass Minnow, DD Minnow

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

Colors: Sexy Ayu, Megabass Sexy Shad

ALABAMA RIGS...

•Hog Farmer Tactical MICRO Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

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

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

UNDERSPINS...

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

Sizes: 1/8 oz - 3/8 oz

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

Favorite Sizes: 3/8 –2/0, 1/2 – 4/0, 3/4 – 5/0

•Xzone Swammer Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

•Storm 3" Largo Shad Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad

JIGGING SPOON...

•Duh Spoon (1 3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/4cSEVki

Colors: Sierra, Morning Dawn, Fried Chicken

BLADE AND LIPLESS...

•Damiki Vault (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Colors: Black Holo, Real Shad

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

Color: Threadfin Shad

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Line– Sufix 832 (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET FROG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Power Pro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

BUDGET UNDERSPIN/SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick HMG 7'1" Medium Heavy XFast: https://bit.ly/3AyrAiW

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo X LP: https://bit.ly/3wZ12ph

Line– Sunline FC (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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

Fall Jig Fishing Made Easy! Best Jigs, Trailers, And How To Choose A Jig Rod!

If you're not comfortable fishing a jig, this video is for you! The jig bite can be amazing in the Fall and we're going to help you find it! We rely on it constantly for BIG bites, and you can too. From Pitching jigs, to football jigs, to the ever-growing micro jig category, Matt is giving up all the details!

Understanding how fish are positioning in the Fall is half the battle. Pay attention as Matt explains how to breaks down water and when he relies on different jig styles. Getting bit on the jig is easy, you just need to build confidence to throw it. From there, it's all about selecting the right rod so you can land your fish consistently.

Below you'll find links to the exact jigs, trailers and gear discussed in the video. We've included Matt's favorite jig combos as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Bait– Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin' Jig: http://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To

Trailer– Netbait Baitfuel 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Red

PITCHING JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin Jig: https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Color: The Go To, Molting Craw, Canterbury Craw

•Xzone 3.5" Muscle Back Craw: https://bit.ly/43DZXOQ

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Summer Craw

FOOTBALL JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•Dirty Jigs Finesse Football: https://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Colors: Supermatt Brown, Alabama Craw, Canterbury Craw

•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Colors: Green Pump, Cinnamon Black Purple

MICRO JIGS...

•MissileJigs Micro Football: https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Dill Pickle, PB&J

•Nishine Finesse Cover Jig: https://bit.ly/3EE8w1O

Colors: Watermelon Candy, Copper Craw

•Keitech Tungsten Football: https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Black

MICRO JIG TRAILERS...

•Netbait Tiny Paca Chunk: https://bit.ly/44ZjCsL

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Red

•ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Mud Bug

•XZone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Black Blue Flake/Green Pumpkin

MATT'S MICRO JIG BOX...

•Buzbe Basic 28T Thin Box: https://bit.ly/3Qo4xfO

MEGABASS PITCHING JIG COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

SHIMANO PITCHING JIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

MEGABASS FOOTBALL JIG COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX EMTF: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Model: 7'5" Medium Med Fast

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

MICRO JIG 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

BFS JIG COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Kasumi Six Eleven: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 6'11" Medium Light

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

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

Bass Fishing WITHOUT Electronics! How To Read The Water And Catch Fish!

Tired of watching people stare at their electronics? We're going fishing without them, come along! Tim is on a river system and he's dialing in a pattern the old fashioned way. He's got a crankbait and an underspin, and he's catching a ton of fish!

When current is present in a waterbody, bass will always use it to their advantage. If you can understand what that looks like, you can predict how bass will position, even if you don't have any electronics. Watch as Tim power fishes his way to some GIANT Smallmouth, without any outside help. Speed cranking is the star of the show today, but it's not the only way he catches them.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used throughout the day. From exact weights and colors, to his rod and reel choices, everything is included. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICAL RIG...

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

Head– Dirty Jigs TacticalBassin Screwed Up (1/4 oz): https://bit.ly/3U5RsIx

Bait– Xzone 3.5"/4" Swammer Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Blue/Chart

UNDERSPIN...

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

Favorite Sizes: 1/2 – 3/0

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

Colors: Electric Blue/Chart

CRANKBAIT...

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

Colors: Metallic Shad, Northern Special

•Rapala DT 10: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Color: Citrus Shad

UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/4cVIwOI

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC A 70: https://bit.ly/49al91d

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

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

TACTICAL CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX PRO 906 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

DT CRANKBAIT COMBO...

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

Model: 7'2" MHMF

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 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

Fall Crankbait Fishing For Bass! (Everything You Need To Know)

Today we're taking an In-Depth look at crankbait fishing for bass in Fall! 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, to trigger a feed response in bass. It works from September to March, even in the coldest water temperatures. You no 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 Tim discussed in the video. We've included his 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, and any other relevant information. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

IF YOU ONLY NEED A COUPLE...

•Rapala DT 10: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Natural Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Live River Shad

Bold Colors: Citrus Shad, Crystal Craw

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Natural Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Live River Shad

Bold Colors: Citrus Shad, Crystal Craw

SPEED CRANKING BAITS...

•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

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

Natural Colors: Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow, Natural Gill

Bold Colors: Northern Special, Blood Craw, Metallic Shad

ROCK FISHING / MID DIVING CRANKBAIT...

•Spro Rk Crawler 55: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Colors: Phantom Green, Ozark Craw, Phantom Watermelon

•Rapala DT 8: https://bit.ly/40JmoBQ

Colors: Citrus Shad, Green Gizzard Shad

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

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Mat Craw 2, Wild Craw

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Chartreuse Shad, American Shad, Ghost Minnow

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

Colors: Matte Shad, Honey Shad, Nasty Shad

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

Colors: Threadfin Flash, Mossy Shad, Real Shad

•Nomad Atlas 55: https://bit.ly/3UOkjU5

Colors: Brown Craw, Threadfin Shad

TERMINAL TACKLE UPGRADES...

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

Size: 3

•Owner ST–56 Treble (3X Power): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Sizes: 2, 4

•Owner ST–35: http://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Size: 2, 1

•BKK Spear EWG: https://bit.ly/3PiUjM7

Size: 6, 4, 2

STORAGE BOXES...

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

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

•Treble Box: Plano Stowaway 3740: https://bit.ly/2fvjcFB

TIM'S FAVORITE CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX PRO 906 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

G Loomis GCX CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GCX 845 CBR: https://bit.ly/2G5Bc86

Model: 7' Medium Heavy Moderate Fast

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

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

SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Green (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! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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