Muddy Water - Tips To Catch Bass In Spring

The lake came up 5 feet overnight! The water turned to chocolate milk and completely changed the pattern. Come along as Matt figures out how to catch bass in these crazy conditions! Every Spring we get hit with cold, muddy water, learning how to fish through it will make you a more consistent angler. 

The first step in catching bass in muddy water is knowing what "normal" is on your lake. Its easy to go overboard with the bright, obnoxious colors on a lot of lakes. On the flip side, if your lake went from crystal clear to really dirty, its hard to find baits that are obnoxious enough! Once you've established a base line for your lake, you can easily choose the right colors and begin catching fish. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt had tied on today, as well as some of his favorite colors depending on water clarity. We've also included his exact Chatterbait combo and a couple budget options for the other baits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

CHATTERBAIT... 

Bait- Z Man Jack Hammer Chatterbait (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Today's Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

Other Great Colors: Fire Craw, White

Trailer- HogFarmer Spunk Shad (4.5): http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Today's Color: Sexy Shad

Other Great Colors: Blue Gizzard, Blizzard Gizzard, Natural Gill

MATT'S OTHER MUDDY WATER BAITS... 

Squarebill- 13 Fishing Scamp 60 (1.5): https://bit.ly/3iMkYAw

Color: MudBug Punch, Natty Light

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

Color: Chartreuse Shad, Spring Craw

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

Color: Chartreuse Nasty, Nasty Shad, Blood Craw

Spinnerbait- Terminator P1 Painted (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/36B34vN

Colors: Silver Shiner, Nashville Sexy, Chart White Shad

Trailer- Keitech 4.3" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: French Pearl, Chartreuse Shad, Sexy Shad

MATT'S CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

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

BUDGET SPINNERBAIT/CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

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

BUDGET SQUAREBILL/LIPLESS COMBO... 

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

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

Line- Sunline Assassin Fluorocarbon 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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Spring Bass Fishing Gear Review!

Let's see what's new! We've tracked down the hottest new rods, reels, and baits! After putting a ton of new gear through the paces, the best of the best made it into today's gear review. We're covering everything from finesse baits to swimbaits, apparel to boat accessories, and of course the latest rods and reels!

These gear reviews are some of our favorite videos. It lets our inner tackle junkies go wild as we discover gems from every corner of the sport. In today's video we really spread it out, with something for everyone. We also took a few minutes to follow up on our previous gear review and gave an in-depth analysis of the new Expride B rods, after getting to spend more time on the water with them. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits and equipment, in the order it appeared in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've also included a link to our previous Gear Review so you can see Tim's initial impression on Expride B and a handful of other great items. 

RODS AND REELS... 

-Shimano Bantam MGL A Reel: https://bit.ly/3tdTQ36

-Gamakatsu JDM Luxxe Avenge Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3hzK2ee

-Gamakatsu JDM Luxxe Avenge Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/3tom6A2

-Shimano Expride B Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

-Shimano Expride B Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/3AFcaFF

APPAREL... 

-Aftco Reaper Soft Shell Jacket: https://bit.ly/3puhk2U

SWIMBAITS... 

-13 Fishing Coalition Wedge Tail Shad: https://bit.ly/3MiBXsj

Preferred Hook- Owner Beast 12/0: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

-13 Fishing Coalition Wedge Tail Gill: https://bit.ly/3pzDsbX

Preferred Hook- Owner Beast 8/0: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

BLADE BAIT...

Bait- Spro Carbon Blade Tungsten: https://bit.ly/35orACQ

Favorite Colors: Nanko Reaction, Nasty Shad, Gold Black

BLADE BAIT HOOK UPGRADE...

Split Ring Upgrade- Owner Hyperwire (Size 3): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Hook Upgrade- Owner STX 45 (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2FNnZwR

CRANKBAITS...

-Megabass Super Z Z-3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Favorite Colors: Phantom Green Craw, GP Skeleton Craw, Green Craw

-Imakatsu IK-800 R2: https://bit.ly/35ku05z

Favorite Colors: Biwako Legend Classic, Baratanago, Power White

ATTRACTOR... 

-Cat 3 Bladed Teaser: https://bit.ly/3vAGmRN

BOAT ACCESSORY... 

-Moto Stop Steering Stabilizer: https://bit.ly/348CQm7

PREVIOUS REVIEWS...

Tim's January 2022 Review: https://youtu.be/i2JQ1_fpAc8

Fall Gear Review 2021: https://youtu.be/sIy0M5_n3qs

ICAST Gear Review: https://youtu.be/5gBkLLM7BpA

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RAW and UNCUT Fishing For BIG Bass!

Come along for a day of bass fishing! Watch how we build patterns and target these BIG bass in a large lake. If you want to see what its like to really figure out a new body of water, this is for you! We're using a chatterbait, swimbait, fluke, and topwater to coax these fish into biting. 

This style of video gives a complete view of what its really like to get out on the water and dial in the fish. When we're just showing highlights its easy to assume that we don't have struggles. Put this video on and watch the ups and downs, the good decisions and the bad, and see how it plays out in the end as Tim sticks some true monster bass! If you don't have time to watch it all, use the cut points below to jump between highlights. If you enjoy this style of video leave a comment and let us know!

These bass are transitioning into the shallows to feed and spawn. Spring has arrived in the South and these bass are feeding! If you want to replicate some of these patterns, we've included links to all the equipment Tim was using. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've included relevant colors, as well as the rods and reels he was using to throw the baits. 

CHATTERBAIT... 

 Bait- Evergreen JackHammer (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

Trailer- Yamamoto Zako: http://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Color: Zako, Green Pumpkin Black Flake

UNDERSPIN...

Bait- Megabass Uoze Swimmer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2kmDjdK

Color: Black/Blue

Trailer- Yamamoto Zako Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Color: Zako

SWIM JIG... 

Bait- Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Swim Jig: http://bit.ly/2dIVUMd

Color: Black and Blue

Trailer- Gambler EZ Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Color: Gold Rush

FLUKE...

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

Color: Smokin Shad

Hook- Gamakatsu 4/0 Superline: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

FROG... 

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

Color: Chart Strike Gill

TOPWATER...

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

Color: Loon

CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL A (HG): https://bit.ly/3tdTQ36

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

Leader- Sunline Super FC 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

SWIM JIG COMBO... 

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

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

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

CUT POINTS...

5:50 - 1st Fish On Chatterbait

14:05 - Explaining The Mindset

22:40 - 2nd Fish Catch

23:40 - Teach How To Fish A Chatterbait

30:10 - Catch GIANT BASS on Chatterbait!

37:20 - Grass Fishing Tips

42:00 - Chatterbait Retrieves Instruction

54:25 - 4th Fish Catch

57:40 - Lose Big Bass At The Boat!

01:01:15 - Teaching About Swim Jigs In Grass

01:26:45 - Mega Live Instruction

01:50:00 - Catching A 6 lber!

02:20:45 - 6th Fish Catch

02:45:00 - 7th Fish Catch

02:48:40 - 8th Fish Catch

02:52:40 - 9th Fish Catch

03:12:00 - Discussing Baits, Gear, And Choices (Wrapping Up)

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Swimbait Fishing Is EASY! Spring Bass Fishing For BIG Bass!

We're down in Georgia and Matt is throwing big baits! Come along on a post-front day and watch how Matt targets big bass with a swimbait despite tough conditions. Spring is prime time to catch a new personal best and Matt is showing us just how easy it can be when you commit to a big swimbait and fish it instead of other lures.

After fishing traditional baits like a Senko and Texas-Rigged worm Matt quickly realized it was going to be a difficult day on the water. Instead of putting his head down and catching what he could, he re-geared, picked up the big baits, and committed to trying to get a BIG bite, rather than catching numbers of fish. The decision paid off immediately when Matt got his biggest bass of the day on the 3rd cast!

Below you'll find links to the swimbaits Matt was throwing, including the rigging components, as well as his swimbait setups. We've also included some of our other favorite Spring time swimbaits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

BURRITO SWIMBAIT...

-Bacca Burrito: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Today's Color: Unicorn Poop

Other Great Colors: Who Dat, Threadfin Shad, Crappie

MAGDRAFT SWIMBAIT...

Bait- Megabass MagDraft Freestyle: http://bit.ly/3bRG3Wi

Color: White Back Shad

Hook- Owner 8/0 Beast (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2ancP66

S-WAVER... 

-River2Sea S-Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Color: Bluegill

OTHER GREAT SOFT SWIMBAITS...

-Savage Gear RTF 8": https://bit.ly/33GROg1

Colors: Dirty Silver, Ghost Trout, Trout

-Bacca Burrito Medium Sink: https://bit.ly/3AFcV1t

Colors: Copper Top, Lucky Charms, Blueberry Wine

-Megabass MagDraft 8": http://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Colors: Albino Pearl Shad, White Back Shad, MB Gizzard

-Scottsboro Paddle Tail 7": http://bit.ly/2Oy7CKH

Colors: Mullins Madness, Natural Light

Hook- Owner Beast 10/0: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

MATT'S FAVORITE SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 966: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Reel- Shimano Tranx 300 (HG): http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC100 35 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

TODAY'S TRAVEL SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- BPM Customs XH Travel- Instagram: @bpm_custom_rods

Reel- Shimano Tranx 300 (HG): http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

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

Leader- Sunline FC100 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

TODAY'S SMALLER SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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