Lipless Crankbait Tricks + Blade Bait Tips For Spring Bass Fishing!

These two baits catch TONS of BIG Bass in Spring! The lipless crankbait is a staple in most angler's Spring bass fishing arsenal, but very few understand the late season effectiveness of the blade bait. Both options can produce incredible results in Spring and you should fish them with confidence!

Today we're heading down the rabbit hole of lipless and blade baits. Tim begins with a surface level approach, recommending a couple baits for all-around success, but it doesn't take long before we're looking at niche baits, detailed color analysis, and in-depth descriptions of how big bass stage in Spring.

Below you'll find links to our favorite baits, and our favorite gear to throw them. We've included favorite colors, hook upgrades, and more. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

BOTTOM CONTACT LIPLESS CRANKBAITS...

•Lucky Craft LV500: https://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Colors: Ghost Minnow, American Shad, Chartreuse Shad

•Jackall TN Series: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Size: 70, 60

Today's Colors: SS Shad, SG Threadfin, Blueback Chrome

TRADITIONAL LIPLESS CRANKBAITS...

•Bill Lewis Rattle Trap: https://bit.ly/2gm8CjC

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Chrome/Black, Ghost Minnow, Strawberry Craw

•Cotton Cordell Super Spot: https://bit.ly/2y3K210

Colors: Rayburn Red, Royal Red, Chrome/Blue

•Nomad Swimtrex Max: https://bit.ly/3SjrDWD

Size: 1/2 oz, 3/4 oz

Today's Color: Threadfin Shad

•Duo Realis Apex Vibe: https://bit.ly/4brSaIk

Size: 1/2 oz - 1 oz

Colors: Chartreuse Shad, Ghost Minnow, Sangria Craw

•Bill Lewis Hammer Trap: https://bit.ly/3Uk0Ri1

Size: Chrome Gizzard, Silverado, Rayburn Red

BLADE BAITS...

•Damiki Vault: http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Size: 1/2 oz, 3/4 oz

Color: Black Holo, Real Shad, Holo Ayu

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

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Ito Hiuo, Jukucho Shad, Setsuki Ayu

HOOK UPGRADES BY BAIT...

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

Size: 3

•TN 70/LV500 Hooks– Gamakatsu EWG: https://bit.ly/2DCOlmV

Size: 4

•TN 60 Hooks– Owner ST–35: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Size: 6

•Swimtrex Max/Blade Bait Hook– BKK Spear EWG: https://bit.ly/3PiUjM7

Size: 6 (Front), 8 (Back)

•Round Bend Hooks– Owner ST 36: https://bit.ly/2cWpeyw

Sizes: 4, 6

LIPLESS STORAGE BOX...

•Plano 3700 Standard Box: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR

FAVORITE LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 855C CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

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

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

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

MID PRICED LIPLESS COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET LIPLESS COMBO...

Rod- Shimano SLX A 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

Line- Sunline FC 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://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

Fishing Isolated Grass For Post Spawn Bass ( Florida Bass Fishing )

After the spawn a lot of anglers lose track of the bass. Here's what you need to know! Some fish stay shallow around cover to recuperate from the spawn while others go out to deep water. The fish heading to deep water typically don't go far, back out to the first break or first piece of offshore cover. Come along for a day on the water as we target these fish!

Bass typically spend several weeks recovering from the spawn before continuing on to their Summer haunts. Tim and JD landed perfectly in this window in Central Florida and were able to target those fish effectively with a variety of baits. From chatterbaits to drop shots, they probed offshore isolated grass in search of big bass on a new fishery. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear the guys used throughout the day as they explored the fishery. We've included the exact sizes and colors for each, along with some of key rods they relied on to get their fish in the boat. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

UNDERSPINS...

•Big Bite Baits 4.8" Pro Swimmer: https://bit.ly/3AeQsaS

Color: Sunfish

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

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Size: 5/0, 1/4 oz

CHATTERBAITS...

•ZMan Evergreen JackHammer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin

•Zman CrossEyez (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

Color: Shad Spawn

CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

•Yamamoto Zako: http://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Color: Green Pumpkin Black

•Hog Farmer 4.5" Spunk Shad: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Electric Shad

WEIGHTED FLUKE...

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

Color: Electric Shad

Hook– Owner Weighted TwistLock: https://bit.ly/3oPzzSU

Size: 4/0, 1/8 oz

DROPSHOT WORMS...

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

Color: PB&J Time

•Yamamoto 4" Shad Shape Worm: http://bit.ly/2kpP4wF

Color: Monster Shad

DROPSHOT COMPONENTS...

Cover Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2/0

Open Hook– BKK DSS Worm: https://bit.ly/41YruKp

Size: 1/0

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Vader Skinny: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z

Size: 1/4 oz

SWIM JIG...

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

Color: Gill

Trailer– Keitech Fat Swing Impact (4.8"): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Sungill

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 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate System Shock 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

HEAVY COVER DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

AFFORDABLE ALL AROUND COMBO…

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7'2" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (15 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

Top Baits For Post Spawn Bass Fishing (May and June)

What lures should you fish with right now? How do you catch bass after they spawn? We've got you covered! Last week we taught you how bass transition after the spawn as they shift toward their Summer haunts. Today we're taking an in–depth look out our confidence baits for this same time period. Whether you fish shallow or deep, these are the baits we trust. 

This time of year can be amazing because bass tend to congregate. 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 throughout 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/rj0VPZWAApA

TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Munky Butt, Bone, Loon

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

Color: Mat Shad

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

Colors: N Smelt, T Smelt

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

Colors: Bone, American Shad

FROGS...

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

Color: Chart Strike Gill

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

Colors: Glitter Hasu, Glitter Bluegill

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

Colors: Little Allen 

SPINNERBAITS...

Bait– River2Sea Bling (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2diSwqq

Colors: Abalone Shad

Trailer– Keitech 4.3" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAIT…

•Biggie Poppa: https://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Color: Abalone Shad

SHALLOW SWIMBAITS...

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Electric Shad

SWIMBAIT HOOKS...

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

Size: 5/0 , 1/4 oz

•Dirty Jigs Matt Allen Head: https://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Size: 3/8 oz

JIG FISHING...

•Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Canterbury Flip: https://bit.ly/2aUtZsG

Color: Brown Craw, The Go To

Jig– Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Pitchin Jig: https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To

Trailer– R.I. Sweet Beaver: https://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Tramps Stamp, Green Pumpkin Red

HEAVY PUNCHING...

•Missile Baits D Bomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Color: Super Bug, Bruiser Flash

•Big Bite Baits BFE: https://bit.ly/2Ce0tf7

Color: Tilapia, Hematoma

CRANKBAITS...

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

Color: Sexy Blueback Herring

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

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, Summer Minnow

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Live River Shad, Green Gizzard Shad

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

Colors: Grand Shad, Gold Digger

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

Colors: Sexy Blueback Herring, Sexy Shad

WOBBLE HEAD BAITS

•Zoom Z Craw: https://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin

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

Colors: Junebug, Dark Junebug

WOBBLE HEAD JIGS...

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

Sizes: 1/2 oz with 4/0 Hook

SHAKEY HEAD...

Head– Canterbury Shaky: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz

•Netbait T Mac Worm: https://bit.ly/41rJOer

Color: Junebug, Bama Bug

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

Color: John's Juice, Missile Morning

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Bass Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 14 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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

BUDGET ALL AROUND COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Fate Black. 7'1" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/3xSUZB3

Reel– 13 Fishing Origin F1: https://bit.ly/3qD6hpc

Line– Sunline Super FC 16 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

Bait Finesse Gear ( BFS ), Aluminum Boat, And Shallow Water! Let's Go Bass Fishing!!

We're fishing pressured water during a giant tournament and catching BIG Bass! Come along for a day on the water as we use an aluminum boat to push back into shallow water and escape the crowds of anglers. We use a mix of traditional techniques and "bait finesse" gear to dial in a pattern and catch a bunch of fish!

Bait finesse isn't just a niche that some anglers are implementing. Watch as Matt mixes bait finesse into a regular day of fishing and maximizes his time on the water. If you're not using these methods yet, its okay, you're still on the cutting edge of this fishing style with plenty of time to learn!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Matt used throughout the day. We've included our favorite sizes and colors where applicable as well as some related bait finesse videos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

THE HEAVY BAITS...

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pump Black

•Deps Cover Scat: https://bit.ly/3dj8LVl

Color: Green Pumpkin, TW Green Pump/Black Blue

Hook– Gamakatsu Superline: http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Size: 4/0

THE SPINNERBAIT...

Bait– Nichols Catalyst: https://bit.ly/3QfCSuM

Color: BombShell Shad
Trailer– Storm 3.5 Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color: Albino Shad

THE GLIDE BAIT...

•SPRO KGB Chad Shad: https://bit.ly/3AqivoQ

Color: Gizzard Shad

BAIT FINESSE CRAW...

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

Color: Scuppernog, Green Pumpkin Blue

Hook– Reins Tungsten Cover Jighead: https://bit.ly/3NeYlWw

Size: 3/32 oz

BAIT FINESSE KARASHI...

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

Colors: HT Ito Wakasagi, Wagin Hasu, Shirauo

BAIT FINESSE DROPSHOT...

Bait– MissileBaits 4" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Color: Blueback Secret

Hook– Owner Rig'N'Hook: http://bit.ly/2BnniXN

Size: 1

Weight– Xzone Tungsten Tear Drop: https://bit.ly/3HgdcMM

Size: 1/8 oz

RELATED BFS VIDEOS...

•Bait Finesse (Day On The Water): https://youtu.be/R7IHdUqZV2c

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/xaEw2WvkgZA

HEAVY BAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena 7'3" MH: https://bit.ly/3diigiT

Reel– Shimano Chronarch MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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

SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Saltimate (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

BFS KARASHI COMBO...

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

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

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

BFS FLIPPING COMBO…

Rod– Shimano Curado Casting 7'2" Med Light: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (7 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