Late Summer Topwater Tricks! (How To Catch More Fish)

Many anglers completely miss the best topwater bite of the Summer, don't be one of them! The topwater bite is amazing right now! Late Summer is a great time to focus on topwater, but its critical that you focus on the right baits at the right time of day. 

As Summer wanes we focus the majority of our attention on straight retrieve topwater. These are fast moving lures that bass have to aggressively chase to catch. Speed is the key with these lures and the bites are aggressive! However, there is a window in the middle of the day in shallow, grass filled fisheries where a frog will outshine any other topwater. Knowing when to set down the fast retrieve baits and slow down is the difference between a good day and a day you'll never forget!

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

FROGS... 

-River2Sea Bully Wa 2 (65): http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Colors: Little Allen, Ghost, Yellow Head

-Scum Frog Launch Frog: https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

Colors: Dusk, Shad, Leopard

-SPRO Bronzeye 65: http://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Colors: Leopard, Nasty Shad, Navy Seal

FAST MOVING FROGS... 

-Teckel Sprinker: http://bit.ly/2rmnqSI

Colors: Bone, Pearl White, Lemon Lime

-SPRO Flappin Frog 65: https://bit.ly/37ljzM8

Colors: Midnight Walker, Leopard, Nasty Shad

SUBTLE BUZZBAITS... 

Bait- Dirty Jigs Skirtless Buzz (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2WJ85R3

Colors: Black, Pearl Shine

Trailer- River2Sea D Walker 120: http://bit.ly/2NwqBmz

Colors: PB Red, Shamrock Shad

-D&M Easy Roller Buzzbait: https://bit.ly/2SCqcmj

Colors: Night Stalker, Red Bug, White Shad

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

Colors: Black Mamba, Full Chart, Hasu

BUZZBAIT TRAILER HOOK... 

-Gamakatsu SP Trailer Hook (3/0): http://bit.ly/2E3k2q7

HARD BAITS... 

-River2Sea Whopper Plopper 130: http://bit.ly/2a7ipHL

Colors: Bone, I Know It, Loon

-River2Sea Whopper Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Bone, I Know It, Loon

-Zman HellRaizer: https://bit.ly/3P0vseM

Colors: Purple Death, Ghost Shad, Bone

Bait- Teckel Blade Waker: https://bit.ly/2DuYZxU

Colors: Citrus Shad, Silver Shiner, Pearl White

Trailer- Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Albino, Pearl

FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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

BUZZBAIT COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

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

BUDGET FROG/BUZZBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

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

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Topwater Tricks For Summer Bass Fishing!

Summer is topwater season! Today we're giving you unique tips on when to throw topwater, which baits to focus on, and tricks to catch more fish this Summer! The topwater bite is in full swing and if you're not getting in on it, you're missing some of the most exciting fishing of the year!

Tim separates his topwater into different categories. He has fast moving baits, slow moving baits, and walking baits. In each category he has baits for fishing around cover, and baits for fishing in open water. Pay attention to the details as he discusses when to switch between styles and what colors he likes for each presentation. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits discussed in the video. We've also included links to hook upgrades, related videos, and some of our favorite topwater combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos an descriptions of each item. 

RELATED VIDEOS... 

-Frog Video: https://youtu.be/uChfFR8tTm8

-Toad Video: https://youtu.be/MHXsELRMhGw

WHOPPER PLOPPERS... 

-River2Sea Whopper Plopper 90, 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Bone, Chrome Black, Loon

-River2Sea Whopper Plopper 130: http://bit.ly/2a7ipHL

Colors: Bone, Chrome Black, Loon

WAKEBAITS... 

-Megabass I-Jack: https://bit.ly/3PuBqEt

Colors: Crystal Shad, Kossori Ito, Cosmic Shad

BUZZBAITS... 

-D&M Double Hammer: http://bit.ly/29W2t9z

Colors: Black Widow, White Shad

-Big Bite Baits Shad Buzz: https://bit.ly/3iDnLLi

Colors: Blue Gizzard, Pearly White

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

Colors: Hasu, White Python, Black Mamba

WALKING BAITS... 

-Evergreen Shower Blows: http://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Full Metal, Bone, Half Mirror Wakasagi

-Lucky Craft Gunfish 117: https://bit.ly/3vy7Pln

Colors: Bone Shad, Chrome, Golden Shiner

-13 Fishing Power Slide: https://bit.ly/3PaQYO0

Colors: Flitter Shad, Chrome, Bone

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

Colors: American Shad, Bone, Dirty Shad

-River2Sea Rover 128: http://bit.ly/2acSVea

Colors: Bone, Abalone Shad, Sooner

POPPERS... 

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

Colors: Mat Shad, MB Gizzard, Gill

-Megabass Pop X: https://bit.ly/3i9T3sg

Colors: Gill, Mat Shad, Wagin Hasu

-Shimano World Pop 69: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Colors: N Smelt, T Smelt, Chart SV

FROGS... 

-SnagProof Bobby's Perfect Frog: https://bit.ly/3rHCOsQ

Colors: Bluegill, Grey Ghost, Hot Mess

-River2Sea Bully Wa 2: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Colors: Little Allen, Ghost, Yellow Head

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

Colors: Chart Strike Gill, Gold Gill, Lime Frog

TOPWATER HOOK UPGRADES... 

Split Rings- Owner Hyperwire (Size 3, 4): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Trebles Hooks- Owner ST-56 (3X): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

Trailer Hook- Gamakatsu SP Trailer: http://bit.ly/2E3k2q7

FAVORITE FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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

FAVORITE WALKING BAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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

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

BUDGET FROG COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

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

BUDGET ALL-AROUND TOPWATER COMBO... 

Rod- St Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Line- Power Pro Braid 40 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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Topwater Tricks! Toad Fishing For Summer Bass!

Summer is topwater time! The toad lives in the shadow of the hollow body frog but these baits have earned a place in every angler's arsenal. Come along as we take some of the most popular toads and swim test them so we can compare sound and action in the water!

When it comes to toads, no two baits are alike. Some baits are subtle as they skitter across the water, others splash and make a violent commotion. Different toads work in different conditions and on different lakes so its important to understand the differences between them. We try to always keep a subtle toad and an aggressive toad in the boat throughout the topwater season so we can quickly adapt to changing conditions. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video, as well as some of the gear we use to fish them. We've included our favorite colors for each, the hooks we use, and even a budget-minded angler who wants a great combo without breaking the bank. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

TOADS... 

-Strike King Rage Tail Toad: http://bit.ly/2dekwdd

Colors: Green Pump Chart, Green Pump Pearl, Pearl

-Zoom Horny Toad: http://bit.ly/2aY5lBt

Colors: Bull Frog, Grey Ghost, White

-Big Bite Baits Tour Toad: http://bit.ly/2NtAghc

Colors: Dirty Snow, Pearl Shine, Green Pump Chart

-Stanley Ribbit: http://bit.ly/2djis1t

Colors: Bluegill, Smokin Shad, Wild Shiner

-ZMan Goat Toadz: https://bit.ly/3yZ2WF3

Colors: Hot Snakes, Red Bone, The Deal

-ZMan Finesse Frogz: https://bit.ly/3ORrQvL

Colors: Mud Minnow, Red Bone, White

CROSSOVER BAITS... 

-Rage Tail Shad: http://bit.ly/2dqEf8E

Colors: Blue Glimmer, Smoky Shad

-SPRO Flappin Frog 65: https://bit.ly/37ljzM8

Colors: Albino, Killer Gill, Leopard

COMPONENTS... 

-Halo Swimbait Cone Heads: https://bit.ly/3y8yzds

-Owner Twist Lock Hook: http://bit.ly/2cYZ3rM

Sizes: 5/0 or 6/0

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

Sizes: 3/0 and 4/0

FAVORITE TOAD COMBO... 

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

Reel- Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

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

BUDGET FRIENDLY TOAD COMBO... 

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

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

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

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Finding The BIG Bass In Summer - Exploring A New Lake!

Sometimes a plan comes together, sometimes it falls apart! Watch as the guys explore a new lake with great intentions but its not until their plan crumbles that they find the pattern for catching BIG bass! Pay attention as the guys analyze what they're seeing, make adjustments on a new fishery, and catch two great big bass on a very hot Summer day!

What started out as a day of exploring offshore structure quickly turned into a backwater slugfest! The guys found fish willing to eat topwater and reaction baits in dead end sloughs and coves. Once they figured out the pattern, it only took a few minutes for the first big bass to hit the deck. New lakes can be challenging under the best conditions but if you go in with a plan, keep an open mind, and adapt to changing conditions, you can catch fish just like this on a brand new lake. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits the guys we're using. We've included the exact sizes and colors for each, as well as some of the rod and reel combos they were fishing with. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SHAKY HEAD... 

Bait- Netbait T-Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Color: Junebug

Head- Dirty Jigs Canterbury (1/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

FROG... 

-ScumFrog Launch Frog: https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

Color: Leopard

PUNCH BAIT... 

Bait- Big Bite Bait Tour Flipping Tube: https://bit.ly/3htKA6h

Color: 1099

Hook- Owner Jungle Wide Gap (4/0): http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Weight- Swagger Tungsten Vader Flippin (1.5 oz): http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

CHATTERBAIT... 

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

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad 

Trailer- HogFarmer Spunk Shad 5.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Blue Gizzard

WHOPPER PLOPPER... 

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

Color: Phantom Shad

FROG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

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

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

SHAKY HEAD COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

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

BUDGET FROG COMBO...

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

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

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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