POOP BAITS - Underwater Bait Comparison! (The Fastest Growing Category In Bass Fishing!)

Have you heard of a poop bait? Its a real thing and this category is exploding! Poop Baits, Heavy Baits, Gravity Baits... whatever you want to call them, they're here to stay! ICAST was full of drama about these poop baits this year and today we're going to settle it. Forget what you've heard, let's take a look at what these baits are really about!

To our knowledge there are currently 7 versions of heavy baits that offer a midsized bait (3 - 3.5 inches). We've gathered all 7 of them so we can compare their appearance, design, and how they behave underwater. To our amazement, each bait in this category is unique.

Frankly, the "poop category" is an example of how innovation and improvements should take place in our sport. We applaud all 7 of these brands for their unique and innovate ways of entering the category. While all of these baits have taken some level of inspiration from one another, each is unique and offers a different fishing experience to us anglers.

Below you'll find links to all the baits in the order they appeared in the underwater footage. We've included our favorite colors for each, as well as the equipment we use to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE HOOK...

•Gamakatsu Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/3AmFDnK

Size: 4/0

THE BAITS...

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

Size: 3.5"

Colors: Green Pumpkin, TW Black Blue Green Pumpkin

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

Size: 3.5"

Colors: Green Pump Black, Green Pump Blue, Baby Bass

•Reins Tank Worm: https://bit.ly/3QGC4mo

Size: 3.5"

Colors: Dark Sleeper, Green Pumpkin

•Missile Baits Bomba: https://bit.ly/44bZRNZ

Size: 3.5"

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Super Bug

•Spro Craw Nugget: https://bit.ly/45rJjCL

Size: 3.5"

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Ozark Craw

•Fish Arrow Heavy Poop: https://bit.ly/3QH5FvJ

Size: 3.6"

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Pumpkin Red

•Nories Flip Dom: https://bit.ly/45aSojs

Size: 3"

Colors: Castaic Choice, Light Green Pumpkin Blue Flk

MATT'S HEAVY BAIT COMBO...

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

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

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

Leader– Sunline Advance Fluoro (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3cjHwJL

ALL AROUND COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline FC (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET FRIENDLY COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Sunline Super FC (14 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

How To Break Down Any Lake And Start Catching Fish!

Come along with Matt and Tim as they break down a new lake! These guys have dropped into a new fishery with zero information and immediately start putting the pieces together to catch quality fish with ease. It really is easy if you know what to look for!

While this lake didn't seem to have giant fish in it, the guys immediately figured out how to catch top quality fish for that lake. Along the way they share how they choose spots, how mapping can help, and the mindset behind their bait selection. This information will help you build a pattern on any lake, anywhere!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment the guys fished throughout the evening. 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

Color: Megabass Sexy Shad, Wagin Hasu 2

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

Color: N Smelt

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

Color: Bone

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

Color: Skeleton Chartreuse

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

Color: Loon

FLUKE...

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

Color: Smokin Shad

Hook– VMC Redline Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/3m3dn6G

Size: 4/0

SPY BAIT...

•Spro Spin John 80: https://bit.ly/3ycTg9o

Color: Herring Pink

SWIMBAIT...

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

Color: Ghost Shad Solid

MATT'S 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

TIM'S 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

MATT'S SPY BAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MATT'S SWIMBAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb: https://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

These 3 Mistakes Will Ruin Your Fall Fishing! (How To Avoid Them)

We all make mistakes but these 3 will mess up your whole Fall! If you want to catch more fish as we enter the Summer to Fall transition, you need to avoid these mistakes at all costs! Luckily, we've got some alternatives that are going to help you be successful.

This can be a difficult time of year and most anglers react by slowing down and fishing places where they've been successful in the past. While that seems wise on the surface, it's the worst decision you can make as we head into the transition. Instead, focus your time on new patterns, covering water, and fishing quickly. To be even more successful, focus your attention on the extremes of lure size by focusing on small presentations or big swimbaits.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment we discussed in the video. We've even included some great budget rod and reel combos to help you fish these baits effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

DOWNSIZED CHATTERBAIT...

Bait– ZMan Mini Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

Color: Gizzard Shad, Bluegill

Trailer– Big Bite Baits Kamikaze Swimon: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Color: Smoky Gold, Green Pumpkin

BIG SWIMBAITS...

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

Colors: Chrome Gill, Copper Carp, Tactical Shad

•Baitsanity Antidote Chimera Shad Glide: https://bit.ly/44XiYvW

Colors: Bone, Threadfin Shad, Gizzard Shad

SMALL SWIMBAITS AND UNDERSPINS...

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

Color: Albino, Sexy Shad

Underspin- Dirty Jigs Tactical finesse Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 3/16 oz

Ball head– Owner Round Head With LockDown: https://bit.ly/2QmFmxU

Size: 3/8 oz

PITCHING JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: Go To, Molting Craw

•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Color: Green Pumpkin, Green Pump Purp Copper

FINESSE JIG...

•Dirty Jigs Finesse Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/2eJinXo

Color: Go To, Canterbury Craw

•Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Color: Green Pumpkin, Green Pump Purp Copper

BAIT FINESSE CRAW...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Scuppernong, Green Pump Blue

•Reins Tungsten Cover Jig: https://bit.ly/3NeYlWw

Size: 1/16th oz

HEAVY BAITS...

•Yamamoto Yamatanuki 3.5: https://bit.ly/3lZaMe3

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Blue Craw

•Deps Cover Scat 3.5: https://bit.ly/3dj8LVl

Colors: Green Pumpkin, TW Green Pump Black Blue Lam

BUDGET ALL AROUND COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline FC (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

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

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

Line- Sunline Super FC 14 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET FINESSE SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

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

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

Top 5 Baits For September Bass Fishing!

These are the baits we trust to catch bass in September! Bass are headed into transition. As water temperatures drop, the bass move to their Fall haunts and begin feeding heavily on baitfish. If you're not paying attention, the fish can disappear so its important that you rely on baits that can cover water quickly to locate fish.Throw these baits with confidence in likely locations to find success all month long!

September can be amazing fishing! When you get around schooling fish the bite is like nothing else! Topwater fish, crankbait, fish, and swimbait fish, are all realistic during this period. We spend very little time finesse fishing in September, instead leaning on fast moving, power fishing techniques to get consistent bites. The best part about September is that as you build patterns toward the end of the month, those patterns are likely to last all the way through the Fall and into the beginning of Winter.

Below you'll find links to the baits Tim discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each lure so you can fish them with confidence. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Full Metal, American Shad

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

Colors: Hot Mess, Grey Ghost

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

Colors: Killer Gill, Nasty Shad

SWIMBAIT...

•Bacca 5" Burrito Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Tactical Shad, Who Dat

UNDERSPINS...

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

Size: 5/0, 1/4 oz

•Gamakatsu Underspin: https://bit.ly/3Hhy6cU

Size: 3/8 oz, 4/0

•Tactical Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 3/16 oz

UNDERSPIN SWIMBAITS...

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Storm Largo Shad (3" or 3.5"): https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sexy Shad

DEEP CRANKBAIT...

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

Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Sexy Shad

Forward Facing– Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Helsinki Shad

Finesse– Tactical DD75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Mirrored Minnow, Glass Minnow

SQUAREBILL CRANKBAIT...

•River2Sea Biggie Poppa: https://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Abalone Shad, Mullet

•Bill Lewis ATV 1.5: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj

Colors: Green Gizzard, Tennessee Shad

CHATTERBAITS...

•JackHammer Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/2popvj6

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Clear Water Shad

•ZMan Mini Max Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Pearl Ghost, Gizzard Shad

CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Sexy Shad

•Yamamoto 3" Zako: https://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Colors: Sexy Shad, Smallmouth Magic

JERKBAITS...

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

Colors: S Hasu, ST Chiayu

SOFT JERKBAITS...

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

Colors: Albino, Electric Shad

Hook– Gamakatsu Superline Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Size: 4/0

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