Late Winter Transition Fishing! (Targeting Bass When Conditions Change)

Come along for a fun evening on the water! Tim is targeting largemouth during a Winter warming trend. A warm storm blew through the area yesterday, causing the creeks to flow warm, muddy water into the lake. Temperatures are rising but the bass are still lethargic.

This transitional time can be really difficult but Tim turned to downsized baits to catch them consistently. We often rely on a blade bait but this time he went even smaller than normal to get fish to react. Late Winter is a balancing act between air temperatures, water temperatures, and fish behavior. It's easy to speed up your retrieves in anticipation of Spring, but we aren't quite there yet.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim used through the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

BLADE BAIT…

•Damiki Vault (Holo Silver): https://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Size: 1/4 oz

JERKBAIT...

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

Color: Kasumi Ito

BLADE BAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line– Sunline FC (10 lb): https://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

Early Spring Tackle Review! The Best New Baits And Gear For 2024!

These are the hottest new items in bass fishing for 2024! We've been testing a variety of new gear the past few months and these are the clear stand outs! From the new Shimano SLX A 70 Casting Reel, to new underspin colors, and a variety of baits, these are the best new items we've found! Let's take a look!

This is our 1st gear review of 2024 and we couldn't be more excited! There were a lot of late Fall launches this year and we've been busily testing gear throughout the Winter. Most baits didn't make the cut but there are a few standouts that do. These new Swammer sizes are clear winners, these new Strolling options are must haves, and if you're looking to protect your rods, the Rod Glove Tournament Series is the most affordable options we've found.

Below you'll find links to all our favorite gear that was featured in this video. We've listed them in the order they appeared, and included all relevant information on favorite colors, sizes, etc. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

•Shimano SLX 70 A: https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5

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

New Colors: Black Back, Hitch, Lavender Shad, Pro Blue

•Aftco Deck Boot: https://bit.ly/3OhVo7z

Favorite Color: Green Acid Camo

•Rod Glove Tournament Series (Casting): https://bit.ly/3UewJEx

•Rod Glove Tournament Series (Spinning): https://bit.ly/49483mn

•Rod Glove Tournament Series (XL Casting): https://bit.ly/3vQGmiJ

•Xzone Swammer Swimbaits: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

New Sizes: 2.75" , 4.75"

Favorite Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Sexy Shad

•Raid Fish Roller Jerk Minnow: https://bit.ly/3GMrpAg

Colors: Cosme Shad, Zaco, Ice Killer

•Owner Range Roller Jighead: https://bit.ly/42cqaUR

Favorite Size: 3/16 oz, 1/8 oz

•Great Lakes Finesse Snack Craw: https://bit.ly/4b8aeHo

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Green Pumpkin

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

Colors: Fire Craw, Green Gizzard, Rayburn Red Craw

•SnagProof Zoo Pop: https://bit.ly/484SzxL

Colors: Bloody Shad, Bone, Chartreuse Shad

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

Electronics Tips For Bass Boats (Mapping With Lakemaster VX Premium )

You need to learn how to read a lake map! Understanding mapping is a critical part of fishing and boating safely. Whether you're sitting on the couch looking for your next spot to fish, or on the boat navigating a new waterway, an understanding of mapping makes you more effective. Today we're covering the changes to LakeMaster with the latest LakeMaster VX Premium Card to help you dial in your mapping and electronics.

Whether you're a novice or an expert, there is always more to know. Today we're covering everything from the basics of what underwater structures look like, to how to setting shading, offsets, depth highlights, and more!

Below you'll find links to the electronics and mapping software we use on our own boats and equipment. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

LAKEMASTER MAPPING CARDS...

•LakeMaster VX Premium Digital Charts: https://bit.ly/3z2RFmK

•Lakemaster VX Digital Charts: https://bit.ly/3VOJ68y

OTHER MAP OPTIONS...

•Garmin Navionics Vision+: https://bit.ly/3PzMRxI

•Navionics Platinum+: https://bit.ly/3LPfCn0

•C Map Reveal US Maps: https://bit.ly/3Hy0mcl

OUR BOAT ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

•Humminbird Solix 15 Chirp G3: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

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

WHEN BASS ATTACK!!! Incredible Underwater Footage Of Bass Striking Lures!

Come underwater and watch how bass interact with your lures! From the sheer speed of a largemouth, to the aggressiveness of schooling fish, let's take a look at the world below the surface of your local lakes! Some of these fish are stalking their prey, others are defensive, and others are reacting to movement. It's amazing what we can learn!

In today's footage we're watching bass in a variety of situations. From topwater to jigs, swimbaits to creatures, these bass are aggressive! Some of them stalk their prey, others ambush. Some are brutal hunters while others nip at passing food. There is so much to be learned from each of these clips.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear we used in the footage. We've listed the exact colors and components for each lure, in the order it appeared in the video. We've also included some great combos for fishing these presentations. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BAITS...

•Megabass Kanata Jerkbait: https://bit.ly/2jG4Q85

Color: MG Western Clown GS

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 130: https://bit.ly/2a7ipHL

Color: Terminator

•Bass Patrol 3/8 oz Football Jig: https://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Color: Brown Orange Silicon

•ZMan TRD Crawz: https://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Color: Green Pumpkin Orange

•River2Sea Whopper Plopper 110: https://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Color: Bluegill

•ZMan TRD Crawz: https://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Color: Motor Oil

•ZMan NedLockz EWG: https://bit.ly/3OWdp9W

Size: 1/10 oz

•Jackall Rerange 110: https://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Color: HL Silver Shad

•Huddleston Deluxe 68 Special: https://bit.ly/2dj5apG

Color: Black Gizzard Shad

•River2Sea Bully Wa 2 65 Frog: https://bit.ly/2axyR2a

Color: Goliath

•ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Color: Mud Bug

•ZMan Ned Lockz HD: https://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Size: 1/15th oz

•Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Color: Haze

•Savage Gear 4" RTF Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH

Color: Bluegill

•River2Sea Rover 128: https://bit.ly/2acSVea

Color: Terminator

BUDGET FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Medium Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500D: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

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

BUDGET ALL AROUND COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy XFast: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

Line– Seaguar Red Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Cashion 6'9" Medium XFast: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Abu Garcia Max Pro: https://bit.ly/3QKCQOG

Line– Power Pro Braid (40 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