These Crankbaits Keep Catching Fish From Summer To Fall!

This is crankbait time! Here's what you need to know! Tim is breaking down the best baits for Summer Bass Fishing, as well as the baits that will carry over into Fall. Bass love to ambush their prey, and these baits trigger that feed response, no matter how deep your fish are. From extra deep, to dirt shallow, these are the baits we count on when its HOT outside!

If you're not fishing crankbaits during Summer and early Fall, you're missing some of the easiest fish catches of the year. Bass are targeting baitfish from deep to shallow. Covering water with a crankbait is an easy way to catch them. Focus your attention on baitfish colors and bold reaction colors for the best success.

Below you'll find links to the baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each lure, as well as some great rod and reel combos for fishing these lures effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

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

Colors: Powder Blue Chart, Sexy Shad


EXTRA DEEP DIVERS...

•Strike King 10XD: https://bit.ly/2gHT4F0

Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Powder Blue Chartreuse


•Azuma Z Boss 22: https://bit.ly/2poLKUC

Colors: Grand Shad, Hot Mess


DEEP DIVING CRANKBAIT...

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

Colors: Powder Blue Chart, Sexy Shad


•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Citrus Shad, Caribbean Shad, Helsinki Shad


•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Summer Minnow, Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad


MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala DT 10: https://bit.ly/2BL0UYl

Colors: Citrus Shad, Caribbean Shad, Helsinki Shad


•Megabass Super Z Z3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Old Z


SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS...

•Rapala Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Bruised Citrus Shad, Citrus Shad, Helsinki Shad


•Nomad Atlas 55: https://bit.ly/3UOkjU5

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Chartreuse Blue Back


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

Colors: Laundry Matte, Old School Shad


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

Colors: Real Shad, Mossy Shad


HOOK UPGRADES...

Flat Side– Owner ST-35 Treble: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj

Tipped Point– Gamakatsu EWG: https://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

Xtra Strong– Owner ST-56: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW


EXTRA DEEP CRANKBAIT COMBO

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 968 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Reel– Shimano Tranx 200 (HG): https://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Line– Seaguar AbrazX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2aaBBDX


TACTICAL DD/MID CRANK COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX PRO 906 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


FINESSE/SHALLOW CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'2" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: Carbon Cranker

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 100 HL: https://bit.ly/3P1CbGz

Line– Sunline Super FC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BUDGET SQUAREBILL COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/3P8REVe

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

Line– Sunline FC (12 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

Don't Make This Summer Mistake! (Everyone Overlooks This Spot)

Start catching fish while everyone else overlooks this spot! As we approach the middle of Summer, fish get harder to catch. If you're fishing the same techniques in the same places, you're probably starting to struggle. But there is something simple you can do to start catching fish again right now!

It's time to get away from the bank! Forget the shoreline you fish every day and start focusing your attention on submerged vegetation and color lines. Weed lines and weed edges are the EASIEST place to catch fish in your lake and almost no one is targeting them!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear we use when targeting bass this time of year. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each lure to make it as simple as possible for you. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


GRASS FISHING TOPWATER...

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

Colors: Megabass Sexy Shad, Wagin Hasu 2


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

Colors: Phantom Shad, Bluegill


CHATTERBAIT...

•ZMan Evo Elite (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Color: Bama Bream


•Hog Farmer 5.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: TW Sunfish Magic


SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Color: Baby Bass, Electric Shad


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

Size: 4/0


PITCHIN JIG...

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

Color: The Go To


•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Color: Tilapia


SHAKY HEAD...

•Netbait T Mac Worm: https://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Color: Junebug


•Dirty Jigs Stand Up Finesse Head: https://bit.ly/3fUYNby

Size: 3/16 oz


COLOR LINE TOPWATER...

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

Color: Copper Carp, Chrome Gill


•Evergreen Shower Blows SB 125: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Half Mirror Wakasagi, Ghost Threadfin Shad


SOFT BAITS

•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Color: Smokin Shad, Albino


•Yamamoto 5" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Green Pumpkin Black Flake, Natural Shad


•Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap Hook: https://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

Size: 1/0


MATT'S TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

Model: 843C MBR

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

Leader– Sufix Advance (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


OUR FAVORITE JIG COMBO...

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

Model: 7'5" Medium Heavy

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


BUDGET FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7'4" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/3O8zBye

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

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


BUDGET SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Seaguar InvizX (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y


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

Fishing The Dog Days Of Summer! (Frog And Topwater Tips)

Come along for some HOT Summer Bass Fishing! Tim and JD are back on the water and the bass are biting! They're exploring shallow, grassy coves with topwater and Tim is teaching JD as they go. From cast angles to subtle bait entry into the water, there are some knowledge gems amongst the fish catches.

Summer heat can be brutal! Scorching Summer temperatures seem to have come early this year, and while it may be uncomfortable to fish in, the bass are biting! Let the high temperatures work for you, as bass position around shade edges. The guys were able to capitalize with a variety of topwater baits, with the occasional dropshot fish mixed in.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear they used used throughout the day. We've also included some great budget–friendly combos for the angler who wants to fish these techniques effectively without spending excessively on the gear. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


DROPSHOT...

Bait– MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Color: MissileMorning


Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2/0


Weight– Xzone Skinny Tungsten: https://bit.ly/40NDHjT

Size: 1/4 oz


TOPWATER...

•Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill


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

Color: Chrome Black


•Baby Pop X: https://bit.ly/3QgjPDY

Color: MG Sexy Stream


TIM'S MAIN TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Z Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7' Medium Regular

Reel– Daiwa Steez SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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


TIM'S FROG COMBO...

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

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

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


BUDGET FROG COMBO...

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

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

Line– Power Pro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b


BUDGET WALKING BAIT COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sufix 832 (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix


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

6 Hacks Modern Anglers Needs To Know!! (Fishing and Boating)

If you want to elevate your fishing, these are the hacks you need to know! From shore angler to boater, this is for you! Today's video isn't about how to rig a worm, or what a bite feels like... this is about taking your angling to the next level with proper equipment, tackle management, and fish care. You can waste a lot of money trying to upgrade your equipment, we're here to help you navigate those pitfalls!

For the beginner angler it's all about understanding the basics of equipment, rigging, and bite detection. But for the advanced angler like you who's already got gear, maybe even a boat, and you're ready to start upgrading equipment, its about understanding what is worth buying and what is a waste of time. Today Matt navigates tools, tackle storage, trolling motors, electronics, boat rigging, and more!

Below you'll find links to the exact gear Matt discussed in the video, in the order he discussed it. From the proper tools, to trolling motors, to tackle boxes, we've got it all laid out to help you make informed decisions as you take the next steps in your angling. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


THE TOOLS...

•Texas Tackle Executive Split Ring Plier: https://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0


•Rapala Precision Line Scissors: https://bit.ly/3ZWEe36


•Rapala 7" Elite Scissors: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O


•Rapala 8" Mag Spring Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu


•Cuda 10.5" Carbon Steel Cutters: https://bit.ly/3RrUSFx


SOFT TACKLE STORAGE SOLUTIONS...

•Buzbe Quik Qube: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Favorite Size: Medium Deep, Large Deep


•Buzbe Quik Qube Breeze: https://bit.ly/43ILiTG

Favorite Size: Medium Deep


•Nomad Design Splash Bag: https://bit.ly/4b96xQx

Favorite Size: Small


HARD TACKLE STORAGE SOLUTIONS...

•Plano Edge Professional 3700 Thin: https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL


•Plano Edge Professional 3700 Standard: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR


•Plano Edge Professional 3700 Deep: https://bit.ly/3dbdbby


LANDING NET...

•Frabill Conservation Net 2612 Telescopic: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA


MAP CARDS...

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


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


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


BRUSHLESS TROLLING MOTORS...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Quest 36V Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

Favorite Size: 52" Shaft


•Power Pole Move Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/3xnpwJq

Favorite Size: 52" Shaft


NON BRUSHLESS TROLLING MOTOR...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Chirp 36V Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/3Xumv4u

(Motor Has Spot Lock)


•Minn Kota Fortrex Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/4b2GoCN

(Motor Does Not Have Spot Lock)


LITHIUM BATTERIES...

•Dakota Lithium 12V 100AH Battery: https://bit.ly/3PMIlLV


•Dakota Lithium 12V 135AH Battery: https://bit.ly/4b9HooR


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