FINESSE TOPWATER and BFS! ( This Topwater Hack Is The Real Deal )

Ready to take your topwater fishing to the next level? This is the way! Whether you're ready to jump on the BFS band wagon or not, learning to adapt smaller topwater baits into your arsenal will elevate your game. In recent years we've seen micro jigs, micro cranks, now we're realizing the benefits of micro topwater.

It's amazing how bass fishing trends come and go. For a long time it was bigger and bigger baits, and while swimbaits will forever have a place in the arsenal, the pendulum is swinging toward smaller profiles for most applications. Due partially to the success of bait finesse in the US market, companies are beginning to bring more smaller topwater profiles to market. As anglers, we're reaping the rewards of this trend and you can too!

Below you'll find links to all the baits Tim discussed in the video, as well as a few others that have really done well for us this year. We've also included some of Tim's favorite BFS combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

MIDSIZE TOPWATERS...

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

Colors: Full Metal, Half Mirror Wakasagi

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

Colors: HT Ito Wakasagi, Wagin Hasu 2

FINESSE WALKING BAITS...

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

Colors: Neon Wakasagi, Full Metal

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

Colors: Natural Minnow, Shiner

FINESSE WALKING AND STRAIGHT RETRIEVE...

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

Colors: Matte Shad, GG Deadly Black Shad

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 60: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Munky Butt, Bone

BFS POPPERS...

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

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad

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

Colors: Chrome, Gold Chrome

FAVORITE POPPER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Pop X Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

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

HIGH END ALL AROUND COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

MID PRICED ALL AROUND COMBO...

Rod– Cashion 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Sufix 832 Ghost (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3OdBols

BUDGET FRIENDLY BFS COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Sierra 7' 0 Power (700): https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

Reel– KastKing Zephyr: https://bit.ly/3cy03ij

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

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

Wide Open Topwater Bite On A New Lake! (Subtle Changes Make The Difference)

Come along as we explore a brand new lake! The fish are blasting topwater, it's awesome! There's nothing better than getting the kids out on a clear water lake when the fish are erupting on the surface! Four different kinds of topwater and some finesse baits to boot! Its an awesome day!

Everyone loves a good topwater bite! Finding that bite on a new fishery with clear water and aggressive fish is even better! Listen to the subtle differences between the baits and why Tim was switching between them if you want to capitalize on every bite the next time you head to the lake.

Below you'll find links to the topwaters, the swimbait, as well as all the rod and reel combos the guys were using on this rainy day. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TOPWATER...

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

Colors: NC Ayu

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

Colors: Ghost Herring, Bone

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 90: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Color: Bone

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

Color: Skeleton Chartreuse

FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

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

Color: Real

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

Size: 1/8 oz

SMALL TOPWATER 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

LARGE TOPWATER COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

FINESSE BAITCASTING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Daiwa Steez 70 CT SV TW: https://bit.ly/3esUZjg

Line– Sunline Super FC 8 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

FINESSE SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'0" Light: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

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

Line– Sufix 832 Ghost (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3OdBols

Leader- Sunline Super FC 7 lb: https://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

Targeting BIG Bass In Offshore Grass! ( Topwater Bite Is On Fire 🔥)

Come along for some insane topwater fishing!! Matt dropped his aluminum boat into a new lake and is going exploring. It only takes a few minutes to locate fish hunting along offshore grass lines. Its been a long time since we've been on a wide open topwater bite like this!

Some days it feels like you make all the right decisions. From where the fish were positioning to the baits they were eating, this lake fit right into Matt's style of fishing. The Giant Dog X and the Magdraft made a great pair on the grass lines but Matt still took the time to explore other options and further dial in the bite. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, colors, and rod and reel combos Matt used throughout the morning. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

THE TOPWATERS...

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

Color: Megabass Sexy Shad, Sexy French Pearl

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

Color: Natural Minnow, Shiner

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 60: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Color: Bone

SPLIT RING UPGRADE...

•Owner Hyperwire: https://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 2

THE SWIMBAIT...

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

Color: Ghost Shad Solid

THE SENKO...

Bait– Yamamoto 5" Slim Senko: https://bit.ly/43d1Tgn

Color: Green Pumpkin Red

Hook– Hayabusa Weedless Wacky WRM201: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1

TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae97J9

SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

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

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

BFS TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Cashion ICON BFS 6'10" ML: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BFS SENKO COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Pop X Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: (JDM Product)

Line– Daiwa J Fluoro Hidden FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

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

8 Crazy Topwater Lures That Actually Catch Fish!

From crazy contraptions to GIANT poppers, these obscure topwater lures really work! We all love throwing topwater but the same old baits can get mundane. If you're looking for something new, look no further than these unique lures to catch your next topwater bass!

We all have our favorite topwater lures. From the Shower Blows to the Whopper Plopper there are a handful of tried and true lures that should be in every angler's box. But what about the baits most anglers have overlooked? Are any of those baits worth throwing? You better believe it!

Below you'll find links to all 8 of these unique topwater lures. We've also included a couple budget friendly rod and reel combos to help you throw them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BAITS...

•Teckel Blade Waker: https://bit.ly/2DuYZxU

Colors: Silver Shiner, Pearl White, Bluegill

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

Colors: Purple Death, Scaly Shad, Ghost Gill

•CAST OG: https://bit.ly/3Vocwuw

Colors: Herring, Ether

•Megabass I Loud: https://bit.ly/3bjDxaF

Colors: MG Smelt Wakasagi, Wagin Hasu 3

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

Colors: Lively Shad, Glitter Secret Bait

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

Colors: Ghost minnow, Mossy Shad, Bone

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

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Bone

•River2Sea Bubble Walker 128: https://bit.ly/2e0PZOY

Colors: Sooner, Abalone Shad, Bluegill

BAIT FINESSE TOPWATER 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– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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