Top 5 Baits For Post Spawn Bass Fishing! (Early Summer Transition)

These Bass Lures Work Right Now!! These are the baits we rely on after bass stop spawning. The post spawn transition can be tough to understand but we've got you covered! Lately we've covered where fish go after the spawn, today we're focused on the confidence baits we rely on to catch them. Whether you fish shallow or deep, these are the baits we trust!

This time of year can be amazing because bass tend to school together. When you locate them it can be fish after fish for hours! Understanding where the fish position is one piece of the puzzle, knowing which baits to fish confidently is the remaining piece. Today Tim is covering his favorite baits for post spawn bass fishing in a variety of different situations. From muddy water to clear, deep to shallow, these are the baits he uses during the coming months.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim discussed in the video. We've also included some of our favorite budget friendly combos for these techniques. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehousehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


RELATED VIDEOS...

•Where Do Bass Go After The Spawn: https://youtu.be/OlA_eIN1VCE


SHAD SPAWN BAITS...

•Nichols Catalyst: https://bit.ly/3QfCSuM

Colors: Tactical Shad, Bombshell Shad


•Bait– Megabass SV 3 Spinnerbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Wakasagi, Hasu


Stinger Hook– Hayabusa Trailer: https://bit.ly/417hdei

Size: 1/0


POPPERS...

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

Colors: Mat Shad, MB Gizzard


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

Colors: N Smelt, T Smelt


FULL SIZE TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, Wagin Hasu 2


•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 110: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Bone, Munky Butt


TOPWATER FROGS...

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

Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu


•Snagproof Bobby's Perfect: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Colors: Grey Ghost, Hot Mess


UNDERSPIN SWIMBAITS...

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

Sizes: 3.5, 4.0, 4.75

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


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

Size: 5/0, 1/4 oz


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

Size: 3/8 - 1/2 oz


FLUKE…

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

Colors: Albino, Smokin Shad


•Gamakatsu EWG Superline: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 4/0


CRANKBAIT...

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

Colors: Summer Minnow, Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad


•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Citrus Shad, Green Gizzard Shad


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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Sexy Shad


WOBBLE HEAD...

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

Size: 1/2 oz with 4/0 Hook, 3/4 oz with 5/0 Hook


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

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug


BUDGET SPINNERBAIT/UNDERSPIN COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Sunline FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm


BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 7'3" Medium Heavy Moderate Fast: https://bit.ly/3xZbLAy

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

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


BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

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

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

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

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! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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

Underspins And Finesse Swimbaits: Everything You Need To Know!

Not all swimbaits are created equal! Today we're comparing how different swimbaits move in the water, and when they will catch fish. We're also looking at how different head styles impact action, and when to use them. If you're tired of being confused, we're about to answer all your questions!

Finesse swimbaits are awesome! They catch large numbers of fish, and they catch giants too! It wasn't long ago that there were only 2 styles of finesse swimbait on the market... today it can take up an entire row at your local shop. So what's the deal? Which baits should you be using? And does that answer change throughout the year? Let's find out!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and heads Matt discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, as well as some of our favorite combos for fishing these lures. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


HEADS AND UNDERSPINS...

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

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook


•Dirty Jigs Screwed Up Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/3U5RsIx

Size: 3/8 oz


•Megabass Okashira Screw Head: https://bit.ly/2EpluSA

Size: 1/8 oz


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

Size: 1/0, 5/0


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

Size: 3/8 oz - 1/2 oz


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

Size: 1/8 - 3/16 oz


SWIMBAITS...

•Keitech Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Size: 2.8 - 3.3"

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Blue Chartreuse


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

Size: 2.75 - 3.3"

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sexy Shad


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

Size: 3" - 3.5"

Colors: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


•Megabass Spark Shad: https://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

size: 3"

Colors: Albino, Real, Silver Shad


GOBY AND SCULPIN SWIMBAITS...

•ZMan TRD GobyZ: https://bit.ly/3P35U1R

Colors: The Deal, Goby Bryant


•Xzone Stealth Invader: https://bit.ly/43OrFJx

Colors: Bass Candy, Big Limit, TouchDown


•Megabass Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Size: 3", 1/2 oz

Colors: Wakasagi, Haze, Donko


DARK SLEEPER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 7'1" Med Hvy Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

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


BFS COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0


MEGABASS SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 7'6" Light+ Flyssa: https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Reel– Shimano Vanford 3000: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line– Power Pro Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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


GLOOMIS SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7'5" Medium 892S JWR: https://bit.ly/49kagJX

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

Line– Sufix 832 Sunrise Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

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

Where Do Bass Go After The Spawn? (And The Baits We Use To Catch Them)

As bass finish spawning they move out to deeper water. This begins one of the most predictable times of the year, and fish catching becomes easy! If this transition has confused you, we're here to help! We're going to show you how these fish move and how to get ahead of them so you can consistently catch fish.

Once bass back away from the shore they typically rest for a few days before beginning their transition. The pattern they follow differs slightly depending on the type of lake you're on, but the concepts apply equally to all of these locations. Once the bass have recuperated they typically split into two distinct groups. Some turn around and re-enter the shallows, while others run the pre-spawn stops in reserve on their way to outside, offshore structures.

Depending on the type of fishery you're on, the baits can differ dramatically. We primarily focus our time on faster moving, reaction baits, but we mix in a few bottom contact presentations as well. Below you'll find links to all the baits Matt discussed in the video. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Aurora Reaction


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

Colors: Sexy French Pearl, Sexy Shad, Wagin Hasu 2


•Snagproof Bobby's Perfect Frog: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Color: Bluegill


UNDERSPINS...

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

Size: 3/8 – 1/2 oz


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

Size: 1/4 oz, 5/0 Hook


•Storm 3.5" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Sexy Shad


•Nomad D Trak 65: https://bit.ly/4a5wAYX

Colors: Sexy Shad, Citrus Shad


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

Colors: Summer Minnow, Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad


SOFT JERKBAIT...

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 4/0


NOSE HOOKED FLUKE...

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

Colors: Albino, Smokin Shad


•Owner CPS Spring: https://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

Size: Medium


•Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Size: 1/0


SHAKEY HEAD...

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

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug


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

Size: 3/16 oz


YAMATANUKI...

•Yamamoto Yamatanuki: https://bit.ly/3lZaMe3

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pumpkin Black


•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Size: 4/0


WOBBLE HEAD...

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

Size: 1/2 oz with 4/0 Hook, 3/4 oz with 5/0 Hook


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

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug


BUDGET ALL AROUND CASTING ROD...

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

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Blue Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/48EP2Hz


BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'2" Medium Heavy Mod Glass: https://bit.ly/49VWq0N

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

Line– Sunline FC 12 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

Clear Water Fishing? These Tricks Always Catch Bass!

Clear water can be tricky, but not with these tips! Whether you're on the Great Lakes, a highland reservoir, or a clear water pond, this information will help you catch more fish. We typically apply these tips to Northern Smallmouth, but they work great for big Spotted Bass and Largemouth too!

When water is clear, distance is your friend! Focusing on your lake's color line will get more bites, and so will light fluorocarbon. Once you've figured out how to be stealthy, it comes down to lure presentation. We have key baits that we trust to consistently get bite in clear water situations and you can rely on them too. From finesse power fishing to micro baits, these are the lures we use.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors, favorite rigging components, as well as the rods and reels we use to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


SINGLE SWIMBAITS...

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Favorite Size: 3/8 oz


•Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Blue Chartreuse, Sun Gill


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

Colors: Electric Shad, Electric Blue Chart, Perch


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

Colors: Electric Blue Chartreuse, Electric Bluegill


OKASHIRA SWIMBAIT...

•Megabass Okashira Screw Head: https://bit.ly/2EpluSA

Size: 1/16th - 1/8 oz


•Megabass 3" Spark Shad: https://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Colors: Albino, Real, Silver Shad


DARK SLEEPER...

•Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Colors: Wakasagi, Haze


JERKBAITS...

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

Colors: Elegy Bone, Northern Secret, MG Western Clown


SPEED CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Northern Special, Green Pumpkin Craw


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

Colors: Elegy Bone, Biwako See Thru Chart


SPY BAITS...

•Duo Realis Spin Bait 80 (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Green Smelt, Blue Hitch


NED RIGS...

•Xzone Ned Zone: https://bit.ly/2mRiYhF

Colors: 309, Big Limit


•Duo Realis Wriggle ND Slim: https://bit.ly/3PQtGQq

Colors: BTM Dweller, Lotic White


•ZMan NedLockZ HD: https://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Size: 1/10 oz


FINESSE TUBES...

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

Colors: Juvenile Goby, Ten Point


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

Size: 3/16 oz, 1/0 Hook


DROPSHOT...

•MissileBaits BombShot: https://bit.ly/2YYBipr

Colors: Fishaliscious, Goby Bite


•Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: https://bit.ly/3xEADuo

Colors: Smashed Goby, Perch Dinner


•Owner Mosquito Light: https://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Size: 2


•Xzone Skinny Tungsten weight: https://bit.ly/40NDHjT

Size: 1/4 oz


FLUOROCARBON LINE...

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

•Seaguar InvizX (6-8 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

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


FAVORITE FINESSE SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 7'6" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Model: 901S SJR

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

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

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


DARK SLEEPER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 7'1" Med Hvy Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

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


FINESSE SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7'5" Medium 892S JWR: https://bit.ly/49kagJX

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

Line– Seaguar InvizX (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y


JERKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline FC (10 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