Finesse Fishing Tricks – Northern Smallmouth and Southern Reservoirs!

The time has come! Northern Smallmouth! Southern Spots and Largemouth! Fisheries are opening up and the bite is beginning to happen throughout the North! Come along as we take a deep dive into both the finesse baits and power fishing techniques that shine in the early season!

From dropshot worms to tubes, and swimbaits to spy baits, these are the baits that consistently catch fish! Matt goes into detail on confidence colors, rigging upgrades, and the subtle tricks he uses to catch more fish. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits, including color recommendations and rigging components. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

DROPSHOT BAITS...

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

Colors: Bully, Chick Magnet, Perch Dinner

•Netbait STH Crush Worm: https://bit.ly/3Q3mmyz

Colors: Juvenile Goby Pearl, Bang

•Xzone Finesse Slammer: http://bit.ly/2TJt7L8

Colors: 309, Big Limit, Smallie Magic

DROPSHOT TERMINAL...

Hook– Owner Mosquito Light (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Weight– VMC Cylinder Weight (1/4 oz): https://bit.ly/43Lun2f

TUBE BAITS...

•Netbait STH Finesse Tube (Both Sizes): https://bit.ly/3zAsnf6

Colors: Juvenile Goby, Dark Melon Purple, Ten Point

•Savage Gear Goby Tube (3.5"): https://bit.ly/33QGXzy

Colors: Light Pumpkin Purp Silver, Green Pumpkin

TUBE HEADS...

Small Tubes– Blade Runner Inhaler Head: https://bit.ly/2NX7nYr

Size: 1/8 oz with 1/0 Hook

Standard Tubes– Xzone 60 Degree Head: https://bit.ly/3jCHmR8

Size: 1/4 oz

ALABAMA RIGS...

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

•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Non Bladed): https://bit.ly/3isTio0

MINI RIG COMPONENTS...

Heads– Matt Allen 1/8 oz Heads: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Baits– XZone Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Sizes: 3.5", 4"

Colors: Electric Shad, Dirty Shad

Dummy Baits– Damiki 3" Armor Shad: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Colors: American Shad, Pure Gill

SPY BAITS...

•Duo Realis Spin Bait (3.5): https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Komochi Wakasagi

•Spro SpinJohn 80: https://bit.ly/3ycTg9o

Colors: Matte Shad, Herring Pink

HAIR JIGS...

•Outkast Tackle Feider Fly: http://bit.ly/2G7TBwj

Color: Black

SOFT SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper: http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Colors: Wakasagi, Haze

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

Colors: Albino, Real, Baby Bass

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

Colors: Bass Candy, Yellow Magic, Electric Bluegill

SWIMBAIT HEADS...

•Tactical Finesse Head (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

•Tactical Underspin (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

•Megabass Okashira Screwhead (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2EpluSA

BIG SWIMBAITS...

•GRatt Pistol Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe

Colors: Guida's Citrus Shad, Gizzard Shad, Light Trout

•Megabass 6" Magdraft: http://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Colors: MSS, White Back Shad, MB Gizzard

•Big Bite Baits B5: https://bit.ly/3LLU4pm

Colors: Light Shad, Sunny Shad, Blue Gizzard

JERKBAITS...

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

Colors: Matte Shad, Elegy Bone, Mat Skeleton Shad

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

Colors: Elegy Bone, GLX Northern Secret, Mat Shad

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

Colors: Clown, Chart Silver, Pink Smelt

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 Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

DARK SLEEPER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 "Dark Sleeper": https://bit.ly/30GcHqb

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 (HG): http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line– Sunline 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

FAVORITE ULTRALIGHT SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 901 SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (5 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

AFFORDABLE LIGHT SPINNING COMBO...

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

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

Line– 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

The Best Topwater Lures For Spring And Summer Bass Fishing!

Don't let topwater confusion mess with your fishing! Here's everything you need to know to catch more topwater fish! With so many different styles of topwater it can be intimidating to choose the right lure. You've got different Frogs, Walking baits, poppers, whopper ploppers, buzz baits, wake baits, and we're just getting started! Want to simplify your topwater fishing? We've got you covered! 

Topwater is one of the most exciting ways to catch a bass! We spend the Winter dreaming of topwater strikes, just waiting for the conditions to get right. The time is now! Whether you already have a box full of topwater or you're just beginning to dabble, Tim has advice that will help you catch more fish. 

Below you'll find Links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've included some of Tim's favorite colors for each lure, as well as some awesome rod and reel combos to help you fish these topwater baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

WALKING BAITS...

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

Colors: Full Metal, Skeleton Chartreuse, Bone

•River2Sea Rover: https://bit.ly/2acSVea

Colors: Bone, Abalone Shad, Ghost Minnow

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

Colors: Chrome, Ghost Herring, Bone

•Teckel Kicknocker: https://bit.ly/2nvxkoA

Colors: Chrome, Chart Shiner, Bone

STRAIGHT RETRIEVE BAITS…

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

Colors: Bone, Loon, Munky Butt

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 130: https://bit.ly/2a7ipHL

Colors: Bone, Loon, TW Bluegill

•Savage Gear Prop Walker 100: https://bit.ly/3kwBFAa

Colors: American Shad, Bone, Dirty Silver

•ZMan HellRaizer: https://bit.ly/3P0vseM

Colors: Scaly Shad, Ghost Shad, Ghost Gill

BUZZBAITS...

•Megabass Jamaica Boa: https://bit.ly/3iofbiZ

Colors: Bluegill, Hasu, Ghost Smoke

•Big Bite Baits SuicideBuzz: https://bit.ly/3iDnLLi

Colors: Pearl Nickel, Pearly Shad Nickel

•GRatt Proper Buzz: https://bit.ly/40QLsW0

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Natural Shad

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

FROGS...

•River2Sea Bully Wa: https://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Colors: Little Allen, Ghost, Yellow Head

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

Colors: Grey Ghost, Hot Mess

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

Colors: Chart Strike Gill, Gold Gill, White

SPECIALTY FROGS...

•Spro Flappin Frog: https://bit.ly/37ljzM8

Colors: Albino, Killer Gill

•Teckel Sprinker Frog: https://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

Colors: Bone, Pearl White

•Spro Bronzeye Blade: https://bit.ly/3MEGiGk

Colors: Albino, Killer Gill

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

Colors: Glitter Bluegill, Glitter Hasu

BAIT FINESSE BAITS...

•Shower Blows 77: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Neon Wakasagi, Black Bone

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

Colors: Natural Minnow, Shiner

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

Colors: Lively Shad, Lively Wakasagi

WAKEBAIT...

•River2Sea Tactical Wake 210: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: Copper Carp, Hitch, Tactical Shad

BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 "Bait Finesse": https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

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

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

ALL AROUND TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Envy Black III 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/3KtYZhv

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

Bait Finesse Fishing ( BFS ) For Bass! How Its Actually Done!

We're throwing BAIT FINESSE ( BFS ) all day long! Today is dedicated to the growing segment of bass fishing known as "Bait Finesse". We're using the Shimano Curado BFS reel on a variety of different light and ultralight bait casting rods to effectively fish worms, craws, topwater, and reaction baits. If you've never seen this fishing method in action, you don't want to miss this!

Come along for an awesome day of finesse fishing with Bait Finesse Tackle! Ultralight bait casting gear, micro baits, and quality bass! Matt starts the day fishing a micro craw profile on offshore structure, then moves shallow with a variety of moving baits ( Megabass Karashi, Damiki Umpa, Rapala Ultralight, and the Jackall PikuPiku ). Micro baits and quality bass, can it get more fun?!?!

Below you'll find links to all the gear Matt is using, including the baits, colors, hooks, rods, and reels. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TODAY'S BAIT FINESSE RODS...

•Cashion Icon Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Models: 6'10" Medium Light, 7'0" Light

•Megabass P5 Destroyer: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Siglett, Bait Finesse 

•Shimano Curado Casting: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Model: 6'10" Light Glass, 7'2" Medium Light

TODAY'S BAIT FINESSE REEL...

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

LINE FOR BAIT FINESSE REELS...

Clear Fluorocarbon: Sunline Super FC (6-7 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Green Fluorocarbon: Daiwa J Fluoro Hidden (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

Braid: Power Pro Super Slick (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3vSwa6Z

Braid: Sufix 832 (10 lb): http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

MICRO CRAW BAIT...

Bait– Reins 2.5" Ring Craw: https://bit.ly/3U0OQvC

Colors: Watermelon Seed, Green Pumpkin Blue

Weight– Reins 1/16 oz Tungsten: https://bit.ly/3Kx0Fqz

Hook– Gamakatsu Offset EWG (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

THE KARASHI...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Favorite Colors: Kasumi Ito, Wagin Hasu, Ito Wakasagi

THE TOPWATERS...

•Damiki Umpa 40 BFS Popper: https://bit.ly/42XSQkD

Color: Ghost Minnow

•Rapala Ultralight Popper: https://bit.ly/3FzvsNP

Color: Clown

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

Color: Lively Wakasagi

CRANKBAITS...

•Shimano Macbeth 39 Tiny: https://bit.ly/3xTsnG0

Color: Sleeper Shad, Clear Green Craw

•Damiki Disco Deep: https://bit.ly/3nwY1rk

Color: Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad

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

Top 5 Baits For May Bass Fishing!

Let's Talk Bass Fishing In May! The bass are in transition and we're going to show you how to catch them! Most lakes have bass in every phase of the spawn by now, there are still lingering spawners but there are also a lot of post spawn fish. Some fish go deep while others stay around shallow cover. No matter how you like to fish, we've got tips to help you do it better!

There are a lot of great baits for targeting fish during the post spawn to early Summer transition, but we have some very clear favorites. Whether you're going deep or shallow, these are baits you can rely on to catch fish throughout the entire transition. 

Below you'll find links to the baits discussed in the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared and included our favorite sizes and colors for each. We've also included a couple budget combos to help you consistently land the fish that bite. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SPINNERBAITS...

•Megabass SV–3 Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Hasu, Wakasagi

•Damiki TOT Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/368VED0

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Smelt Shad, Snow Shad

SWIMBAITS...

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

Colors: Abalone Shad, Warden Hitch, Light Trout

•Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Hook– Owner Flashy Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 1/4 oz, 5/0 Hook

CHATTERBAITS...

Bait– Zman JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Blueback Herring, Green Pumpkin Shad

Trailer– MissileBaits 4.5 Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Color: Frosted Purple, Green Pumpkin Delight

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Abalone Shad, Gizzard Shad

•Rapala OG Slim Tiny 4: https://bit.ly/3A76zGi

Colors: Live River Shad, Green Gizzard Shad

•Lucky Craft BDS 1: http://bit.ly/2blTVwI

Colors: BP Golden Shiner, American Shad

DEEP CRANKBAITS...

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

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, Summer Minnow

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/3y6IYHy

Colors: Ike's BlueBack Herring, Ike's Penguin

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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Sexy Shad

TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Mat Shad

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

Colors: N Smelt, T Smelt

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

Colors: Phantom Shad

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

Colors: Chart Strike Gill

THE SENKO...

•Yamamoto 5" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Black Flake

Hook– Hayabusa Weedless Wacky: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1/0

SHAKEY HEAD...

•Missile Baits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Missile Morning, Junebug Dream

•Netbait T Mac: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Bama Bug

Head– Dirty Jigs Canterbury: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz

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