Early Fall Topwater Tips! (How To Choose The Right Bait For The Conditions)

Come along for an EPIC evening of Topwater Fishing! The guys are catching BIG Largemouth and Smallmouth on topwater and swimbaits! In the midst of the catching, Tim gives some great tips about how to choose the right topwater for the conditions, and how he knows when to switch between them.

Big fish on topwater is the pinnacle of bass fishing! Evenings like this make memories that last a lifetime. If you haven't experienced fishing like this, it might be time to up your topwater game. From the Shower Blows, to the Giant Dog X, every bait has its place. It's all about understanding what makes them different, and recognizing how to use them to your advantage.

Below you'll find links to the baits the guys fished throughout the evening. We've included the bait colors, as well as the rod and reel combos they used to fish them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TOPWATER...

•Evergreen Shower Blows SB105: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Color: Full Metal

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

Color: NC Ayu

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

Color: Bone

•Teckel Kick Knocker: https://bit.ly/2nvxkoA

Color: Vanilla Ice

FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

Bait– Keitech Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

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

Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook

SWIMBAIT...

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

Color: White Back Shad

TIM'S 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 (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

COOP'S SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer BMG: https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

Model: 7'5" Heavy

Reel– Shimano Antares 70 A HG: https://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx

Line– Sunline ShooterFC (18 lb): https://bit.ly/306CJ5Q

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 TINY Mistake! (Bait Finesse Tricks For Fall Transition Bass Fishing)

Have you tried this trick to catch more bass during the Summer to Fall Transition? Downsizing your bait works! As water temperatures begin to cool, bass target juvenile baitfish for an easy meal. Don't get left behind on the easiest bite this season!

If you understand where this is happening and which baits to throw, the early Fall transition gets a lot easier! Most anglers fail to realize what's happening and get frustrated as they watch bass feed, while their lures get ignored. SIZE IS KEY! The smaller the bait, the better the match to what the bass are actually eating!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment we discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each, as well as the specifics on our favorite bait finesse rod and reel combos in different price ranges.

KARASHI...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: Kasumi Ito KS, HT Setsuki Chiayu

CRANKBAITS...

•Megabass Griffin MR–X BFS: https://bit.ly/47of55j

Colors: Mat Shad, GP Kawamatsu

•Megabass Griffin SR–X BFS: https://bit.ly/3qOyDj6

Colors: Mat Shad, MB Gizzard

•Shimano Macbeth Tiny 39F: https://bit.ly/45Pj3Dd

Colors: Ghost Shad, Sleeper Shad

BLADED BAITS...

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

Size: 1/8 oz

•Xzone 2.75" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Duo Realis Spinbait 70 (1/4 oz): https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Green Smelt, Ghost Wakasagi

•Duo Realis Heartbee 75SS: https://bit.ly/3WCAkNA

Colors: HM Oikawa, LG Wakasagi

TOPWATER...

•Megabass Dog X Jr Coayu BFS: https://bit.ly/475zcoD

Colors: Bahama Milk Pearl, Mat Shad

•Megabass Baby Pop X: https://bit.ly/3QgjPDY

Colors: MG Sexy Stream, Mat Shad

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

Colors: Real Shad, Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad

•Shimano BT Bait 99F: https://bit.ly/3YruSyo

Colors: Ghost Smelt, Gizzard Shad

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

Colors: Glitter Secret Bait, Lively Wakasagi

JERKBAITS...

•Duo Realis Rozante 63SP: https://bit.ly/3EFMLOY

Colors: All Bait, Ghost Minnow

•Duo Realis Rozante 57MR: https://bit.ly/3YurtNa

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Ghost Wakasagi

•Megabass X 80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Colors: GP Invisible Wakasagi, GG Shad

•Megabass Shading X R62: https://bit.ly/3LTQUlD

Colors: GG Tennessee Shad, LZ Wakasagi

BAIT FINESSE STORAGE...

•Buzbe Colony 15 Modular Storage: https://bit.ly/3sr7aVn

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

MATT'S KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

HIGH END BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 6'3" Ultra Light Slow: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Pop X Stick

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

MID PRICED BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Super Slick V2 (10 lb) Braid: https://bit.ly/3vSwa6Z

BUDGET BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Element 6'10" Med Light BF: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Reel– Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

HOOK UPGRADES...

•Owner ST–26 Treble Hooks: https://bit.ly/3URHlrP

Main Sizes: 8, 10, 14

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

Size: 1

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

Free Rig Fishing For Bass! Tips And Tricks + Underwater Footage!!

Have you tried the "Free Rig" yet? This rig plays off the traditional Texas rig and will give your bait more freedom, allow for slower falls, and catches a ton of fish this time of year! If you haven't tried the Free Rig, this is the right time of year to experiment with it. It's a fish catcher and it's here to stay!

The Free Rig isn't new, but is continuing to gain popularity, especially as grass begins dying back in the Fall. This rig shines around hard cover and will produce long after bass have become leery of traditional presentations. The benefit of this rig is it allows your bait to fall very slowly, while still keeping great contact with the bottom.

Below you'll find links to Tim's favorite baits for free rigging, along with the gear he uses to fish them effectively. We've also included our favorite colors for each bait to help you get started. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

CREATURE BAITS...

•XZone Adrenaline Craw Jr (3.5"): https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Colors: Tilapia, Green Pumpkin Blk Flake

•Rapala Crush City Bronco Bug: https://bit.ly/4aUfkGv

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Black Blue/Green Pumpkin

•OSP DoLive Beaver: https://bit.ly/3ECnepu

Colors: Green Pumpkin Pepper, Watermelon Pepper

SHAD PROFILES...

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Baby Bass

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Albino

•GeeCrack Bellows Shad: https://bit.ly/3E4zVdl

Colors: Electric Shad, AJ's Juice

GILL PROFILES...

•GeeCrack Bellow Gill: https://bit.ly/3PUJgbL

Colors: TW Zapata Gill, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Deps 3.8" Bull Flat: https://bit.ly/3Ey9Jr6

Colors: TW Black Blue Green Pumpkin, Watermelon Blue

BAIT FINESSE CREATURE...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Colors: Green Pumpkin/Black Blue

RIGGING COMPONENTS...

Bait Finesse Hook– BKK Basilisk Hook: https://bit.ly/3ZRtt1M

Size: 1/0

Light Wire Hook– Hayabusa Round Bend: https://bit.ly/3Zbo8Ty

Sizes: 2/0 for small profiles, 4/0 for large

Medium Wire Hook– Hayabusa HD Round Bend: https://bit.ly/3EzvYwE

Sizes: 2/0 for small profiles, 4/0 for large

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

Size: 3/0

Heavy Weight– Reins Heavy Tungsten: https://bit.ly/47iSN4V

Size: 1/2 oz

Light Weight– Zappu Pinfree Shot Tungsten: https://bit.ly/48750Kw

Size: 1/8 - 1/4 oz

TIM'S FAVORITE COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

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

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

TIM'S HEAVY COVER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'6" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

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

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

BAIT FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 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! It's all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Our Favorite Bass Fishing Trick For Big Fish! ( That No One Ever Talks About )

This is the craziest CLEAR WATER bass fishing you're ever going to see! Watch as Matt applies saltwater tactics to freshwater bass fishing as he targets monster fish on shallow flats. He's using finesse baits and light line to hook monster bass one after another!

While this style of fishing may not apply to your lake, it's something you should try to experience once in your life. Watching big Smallmouth Bass, or any other species for that matter, hunt your bait across a shallow flat, is a remarkable experience. Listen to the details as Matt explains why it's happening and what he's doing to keep the fish biting.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment Matt was using. He's included the exact sizes and colors for each lure, along with the specifics for each rod and reel combo. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

STEALTH INVADER...

•Xzone Stealth Invader: https://bit.ly/43OrFJx

Color: TouchDown, Bass Candy

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

Size: 1/8 oz

FINESSE TUBE...

•Netbait STH 2.5" Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3aU0oeU

Color: Juvenile Goby

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

Size: 1/4 oz

STEALTH INVADER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 891S JWR: https://bit.ly/49kagJX

Model: 7'5" Medium Light

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

FINESSE TUBE COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5 Flyssa: https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Model: 7'6" Light+

Reel– Shimano Stella 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Line– Seaguar InvizX (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

APPAREL...

•Eye Surrender TacticalBassin Sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl

Lense Color: Grey

•Aftco Tactical Camo Performance Hood: https://bit.ly/41iA9XD

Color: Light Grey Digi Camo

•Aftco Bass Camo Sun Mask: https://bit.ly/2JcA8xi

•Aftco Rustic Trucker Hat: https://bit.ly/3WxrUFO

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