Don't Make These Mistakes! ( Fall And Winter Bass Fishing )

Want to catch more fish? Don't make these mistakes!! Fall and Winter fishing can be amazing but not if you're doing these things and getting in your own way! Today Matt is showing some of the pitfalls that we fall into as anglers, how to avoid them, and what we can do differently to keep catching fish right now!

So many anglers make basic mistakes and don't even know it. Don't fall into the trap! If you're the angler who can't get the bigger bite, who struggles to locate fish, or if you're having a hard time getting bit at all, one of these simple mistakes is probably the culprit! Small details make huge differences this time of year! From time of day, to weather, to basic bait selection, these are the keys to catching more and bigger fish in the Fall and Winter!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits Matt discussed in the video. We've also linked some great budget friendly combos to help you catch fish consistently. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

CRANKBAITS...

•Spro Speed Demon: https://bit.ly/3XGWUC2

Colors: Old School Shad, Laundry Matte

•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Mossy Shad, Threadfin Flash

BLADED BAITS...

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Finesse Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Sizes: 3/16 - 1/4 oz

•Megabass Okashira Screw Head: https://bit.ly/2EpluSA

Size: 1/8 oz

FINESSE SWIMBAITS...

•Storm 3" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Keitech 2.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Colors: Albino, Silver Shad, Real

GLIDE BAIT...

•Spro Chad Shad: https://bit.ly/3AqivoQ

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Threadfin Shad

ALABAMA RIG...

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

Main Baits– Keitech Fat Swing Impact (3.8"): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Dummy Baits– Netbait Little Spanky: https://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Smokin Magic Shad

Head– Dirty Jigs Matt Allen Swimbait: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Size: 1/8 oz

CRANKBAIT...

•R2S Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, True Shad

JERKBAIT...

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

Color: Mat Shad

BUDGET JERKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

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

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT Glass 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/46t66yR

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT (7:1): https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

BUDGET FINESSE SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7' Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3O8zBye

Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Line– 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

Speed Cranking Tricks For Fall And Winter Bass!

This is the future of crankbait fishing! Don't miss the boat! Speed cranking is completely changing how anglers fish in the Fall and Winter! We used to think of the cold water months as slow periods but not anymore. Grab a speed crank, a high speed reel, and burn up that cold water! Let's go!!

The concept of triggering a feed response in a bass is not new, but the reality of being able to do it in the coldest water temperatures of the year is amazing! Winter fishing is a lot more fun when you're burning a bait instead of finesse fishing. Not only will this method of fishing catch bass all Winter, it is capable of catching the biggest bass in the lake!

Below you'll find a breakdown of the exact baits, colors, hooks, and equipment we use to fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

DEEP DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•R2S Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Golden Ghost Minnow, True Shad, Green pumpkin Craw

•Megabass Deep X 300: https://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Colors: MB Gizzard, Sexy Ayu, PM Kisyu Ayu

•Megabass Deep Six: http://bit.ly/2A3clKP

Colors: Ito Wakasagi, MB Gizzard, Tora Zari

•Duo Realis G87 20A: https://bit.ly/2Jh4ktg

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Morning Dawn, Green Smelt

FLAT SIDED BAITS...

•Rapala Ott's OG Slim 6: https://bit.ly/3pV1CLN

Colors: Live River Shad, Red Crawdad

•Spro Little John: https://bit.ly/2dDfuqt

Colors: Blood Craw, Chrome Olive, Spooky Shad

•Shimano Macbeth Flat: https://bit.ly/3QNYS1g

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad

HOOK AND SPLIT RING UPGRADES...

•Owner ST–35 Treble: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

•Gamakatsu EWG Treble: https://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

•BKK Spear EWG 71 SS: https://bit.ly/3PiUjM7

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

Size: 2 or 3

STOCK HOOK SIZE BY BAIT...

Size 2: Tactical DD 75, Deep Six, G87 20A

Size 3: OG Slim 6

Size 4: Deep X 300

Size 6: Macbeth Flat, Little John

PLIERS...

•Split Ring Pliers – Texas Tackle: https://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0

Size: Executive

•Tuning Pliers – Rapala Mag Spring Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu

Size: 6"

CRANKBAIT LINES...

Braid– Power Pro Maxcuatro: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Fluorocarbon – Sunline Crank FC: https://bit.ly/3fohguC

Tinted Fluorocarbon – Daiwa Hidden: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

FAVORITE SPEED CRANKING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Line– Sunline Crank FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC

FAVORITE FLAT SIDE COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Levante Flat Side Special: https://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2 (7:1): https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line– Sunline Crank FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC

BUDGET FRIENDLY CRANKING COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT Glass 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/46t66yR

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT (7:1): https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (12 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

The Cold Water Bass Fishing Trick Everyone Forgets!!

When Winter bass don't want to bite, the Jerkbait is the deal! Long pauses and short snaps of the rod can get wary fish to commit. However, this time of year attention to detail is everything. From baits to hooks, and rod to line,  you need your gear to be perfectly dialed to fully take advantage of a jerk bait's potential. 

Matt started out fishing a variety of Winter time baits. He threw crankbaits, blade baits, alabama rigs, and swimbaits. Right before he was going to call it quits he picked up the jerkbait and changed the course of his day. The subtle action of the jerkbait combined with long pauses was more than the bass could resist! 

Below you'll find links to the exact gear Matt was using. He's included his favorite sizes and colors for the baits, as well as the exact rods and reels he was fishing with. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

THE JERKBAIT...  

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

Color: HT Ito Tennessee Shad

Other Great Colors: Elegy Bone, Mat Shad

THE ALABAMA RIG...

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/38xd1es

Head– Matt Allen Swimbait Head (3/16 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

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

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Dummy Baits– Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Color: Albino

MATT'S JERKBAIT SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX Ronin: http://bit.ly/2XkVoej

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

Line– Sunline SX1 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MATT'S JERKBAIT CASTING 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

MATT'S A–RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7’7” Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Curado 200K (HG): http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

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

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

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

Winter Fishing Tips For Cold Muddy Water (The Toughest Conditions You Can Face)

Winter fishing can be a grind! Add in cold, muddy water, and it will really test your skills! When water temps are below 50 degrees and the water is muddy, its the toughest conditions you can face as an angler. When that's what you're up against, these are the adjustments to make.  

Cold mud is every bass angler's worst nightmare. The fish tend to lock down against cover and their strike zone is incredibly small. However, if the water warms above 50 degrees muddy water fishing can be AMAZING! Today Tim was faced with 44 degree muddy water with heavy current. He started out trying to get a reaction strike but it didn't take long to slow down, pick up a dropshot and a tiny underspin, and target lethargic fish. 

Below you'll find links to all the gear used in today's video. We've included the exact sizes and colors for each presentation. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

ALABAMA RIG...

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

Heads– Matt Allen Swimbait Head (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

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

Color: Electric Blue Chartreuse, Sight Flash

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

Color: White Silver

FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

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

Size: 3/16 oz with 1/0 hook

Bait– Keitech 3" Easy Shiner: http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Sexy Shad

DROPSHOT...

Bait– Yamamoto 3" Shad Shaped Worm: https://bit.ly/3vafYg7

Color: Monster Shad

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

Size: 2

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Pencil: http://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

Size: 1/4 oz

SMALL UNDERSPIN...

Head– Cool Baits Down Under Spin: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

Size: 1/4 oz

Bait– Keitech 3.3" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

ALABAMA RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7’6" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

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

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

BFS COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

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

Line– Sunline SX1 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– 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