Underspin Tricks For Spring Bass Fishing! (The Best Pairings No One Is Talking About)

Underspins are AMAZING fish catching baits! The trouble is, everyone knows it! Today we're showing the tricks we use to better match the baitfish and catch MORE FISH, when others are struggling to get bit. Spring time is prime time to fish an underspin and this is the information you need to be successful.

If you've never thrown an underspin blade with your swimbait, you've missed an incredible opportunity! Whether you prefer a Keitech, a Swammer, a Largo Shad, a Magdraft, or a plethora of other baits, there is a perfect underspin to match that bait and create an irresistible action. Today, Tim is breaking down his favorite baits and heads, and explaining the advantage of each in different situations.

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


TACTICAL UNDERSPINS...

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

Favorite Sizes: 1/8 oz, 1/4 oz


•Dirty Jigs Tactical Underspin Series: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Favorite Sizes: 3/8 oz – 2/0 , 1/2 oz – 3/0 , 3/4 oz – 5/0


WEEDLESS SWIMBAIT HOOKS...

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

Favorite Sizes: 1/0 – 1/8 oz , 5/0 – 1/4 oz , 8/0 – 1/2 oz


•BKK Titan Diver+: https://bit.ly/3D5VNnJ

Favorite Sizes: 6/0 – 8/0


MINI SWIMBAITS...

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


•Crush City Mayor (2.5 - 3"): https://bit.ly/43Uhyli

Colors: Shad, Gizzard Shad


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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Albino Shad


MID SIZE SWIMBAITS...

•Keitech Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Size: 3.3" – 3.8"

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

Preferred Hook Size: 1/0 - 3/0


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

Size: 3.5" – 4"

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

Preferred Hook Size: 1/0 - 3/0


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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Albino Shad

Preferred Hook Size: 2/0


LARGE SWIMBAITS...

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

Size: 4.75"

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

Preferred Hook Size: 5/0


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

Size: 4.8"

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

Preferred Hook Size: 5/0


•Megabass Freestyle Magdraft: https://bit.ly/3bRG3Wi

Colors: White Back Shad, Pro Blue Chart, Borealis Shad

Preferred Hook Size– 8/0


HIGH END MINI UNDERSPIN COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 7'5" Medium 892S JWR: https://bit.ly/49kagJX

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

Line– Sufix 832 Sunrise Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3vbtuDw

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


BFS MINI UNDERSPIN COMBO...

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

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

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


MID PRICED UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Sierra 7' Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2Vd0OmY

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

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

Leader– Seguar Gold Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


BUDGET UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

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

Line– Sunline Super FC (14 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

Early Prespawn Bass Fishing! Tips, Baits, and BIG Bass!

Come along for an awesome day on the lake with Matt and Adam! Matt is visiting Southern California and the bass here are transitioning ahead of the rest of the country. The prespawn bite is wide open! The guys employ a variety of techniques, with the majority of bass being caught on shallow crankbaits... except for that BIG one!

Prespawn is one of the best times of year to catch bass! They can be caught on a variety of power fishing techniques, as long as you keep pursuing active fish. Adam knows these waters well and it doesn't take long for the duo to start catching quality fish! The main plan was a combination of shallow and mid diving crankbaits, but when the guys went out deep for a few minutes they struck gold with a 7 lber on a strolling bait!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear the duo was using through the day. We've included the exact colors for each bait, details on hooks and jigheads, as well as some of the travel gear Matt employed to fish effectively while traveling across the country.


RECENT VIDEOS FEATURING ADAM HINKLE...

•Adam Hinkle Joins The Tactical Family: https://youtu.be/sy2aVavAUB0

•Packing For A Fishing Trip + Travel Tips: https://youtu.be/RKC9QIIRcKc


SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

•Berkley Frittside 5 HD Crankbait: https://bit.ly/4hcwfXJ

Color: HD Green Craw, HD Blue Craw


•Berkley Frittside 5 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/4gLRM98

Color: Brown Craw


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

Colors: Green Gizzard, Rootbeer Craw


MID DIVING CRANKBAITS...

•Spro RkCrawler 55: https://bit.ly/2NFPA5t

Color: Phantom Green


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

Color: Phantom Green Craw


STROLLING BAIT...

•Hog Farmer 5" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Color: Ghost Minnow


•Dirty Jigs HD Tungsten Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/3WCfvSn

Size: 1/4 oz


TAIL SPIN...

•Damiki Axe Blade (3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/2w2uB9t

Color: Black Holo


MATT'S TRAVEL CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Valkyrie World Expedition: https://bit.ly/3J1gchq

Model: 6'8" Medium

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 70: https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

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


MATT'S TRAVEL STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium heavy: https://bit.ly/414SSrX

Reel– Shimano Stradic FM 2500: https://bit.ly/4hkHxdn

Line– Seaguar PEX8 Braid (22 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


BUDGET FRIENDLY CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7'4" Medium Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/41ntbDB

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

Line– Seaguar Red Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

How To Catch BIG BASS In Spring! (Its Not Random)

Sure, Spring is "big bass time", but only if you know where to fish! Today Tim explains exactly what motivates big bass in Spring. He explains their movements, what they eat, and how factors like water temperature, visibility, and weather patterns, can impact them. He also shares the key baits that will help you begin targeting these big bass!

If you've struggled to catch bigger fish in Spring, you aren't alone. This time of year presents an amazing opportunity to target the biggest fish in the lake, but not everyone knows how to do it. When the same anglers continually catch big bass, it's not random, and it's not by accident. Listen closely to Tim's tips about how fish are positioning, then focus all your attention on baits that specifically target big bass.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, as well as some great budget–friendly gear that will help you fish effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


BIG SWIMBAIT...

•Megabass 8" Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Color: White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad, Biwako Shad


•Savage Gear 8" RTF Trout: https://bit.ly/33GROg1

Colors: Dirty Silver, Trout


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

Colors: Tactical Shad, Tactical Gizzard Shad


GLIDE BAITS...

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

Color: Threadfin Shad, Gizzard Shad


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

Color: Ghost Gizzard Shad, Threadfin Shad


SENKO...

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

Size: 5" or 6"

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black Flake


SPINNERBAIT...

•Megabass SV 3 Spinnerbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Color: Ayu, Wakasagi, Hasu


•Dirty Jigs Compact Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3OyxKDD

Color: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream


CHATTERBAIT...

•ZMan Jack Hammer Chatterbait (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad, BHite Delight,


•ZMan Crosseyez Chatterbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

Color: Shad Spawn, Mouse Rat


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

Color: Electric Shad, Hot Snakes, Bama Bream


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

Colors: Sexy Shad, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse, Electric Shad


FLIPPING JIG...

•Dirty Jigs No Jack Flippin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2fx8YBI

Colors: The Go To, Molting Craw


•Crush City Cleanup Craw: https://bit.ly/3TyfMmo

Colors: Tilapia Magic, Green Pumpkin Blue


BUDGET BIG SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 7'8" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3QbMjvs

Reel– Shimano Cardiff 300: https://bit.ly/2cvhtMO

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB


BUDGET CHATTERBAIT/SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

Line– Seaguar Red Label (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA


BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Fury 765 Flip: https://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

Model: 7'6" Medium heavy Fast

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT (7.3:1): https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Line– Power Pro Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sufix Advance (20 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 apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

Packing For A Fishing Trip + Travel Tips! (Travel Rods, Baits, And Gear Storage)

Whether you're going down the road to climb on a friend's boat, or headed around the globe to an exotic destination, packing tackle is a pain! We've developed a system now that makes it much easier to grab our tackle and go, no matter the destination. If you've ever wondered what we pack when we head out on the road, today we're opening up and letting you see it all!

The specific tackle can vary by location, but the staples remain the same. We have a basic set of terminal (hooks, weights, jigheads) that always travel with us, and some specific hard baits and soft baits that go on every trip. With that in mind, we've developed a packing list of our favorite travel gear.

In addition to baits and terminal we rely on travel rods to catch fish wherever we go. We have chosen each of these rods for a specific purpose and would recommend them without hesitation. The key to traveling is using the strongest rods you can afford (strength beats sensitivity during travel) because if you break a rod deep in the mountains or across an ocean there probably isn't going to be a replacement.

Below you'll find links to the exact rod and reel combos, as well as all the baits Matt discussed in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


CASTING COMBO #1...

Rod– Dobyns Kaden Travel 741C: https://bit.ly/4aTLcvN

Model: 7'1" Heavy

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC A 70: https://bit.ly/49al91d

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


CASTING COMBO #2...

Rod– Megabass Triza Stym Palides: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Model: 7' Heavy

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

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


CASTING COMBO #3...

Rod– Megabass Triza Sparna: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Model: 6'6" Light

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

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


CASTING COMBO #4...

Rod– Megabass Valkyrie World Expedition: https://bit.ly/3J1gchq

Model: 6'8" Medium

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 70: https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

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


SPINING COMBO #1...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium heavy: https://bit.ly/414SSrX

Reel– Shimano Stradic FM 2500: https://bit.ly/4hkHxdn

Line– Seaguar PEX8 Braid (22 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2


STORAGE CONTAINERS...

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

•Meiho 2010NDDM: https://bit.ly/40I9SCM


LEADER LINE...

•Seaguar Gold Label Flurocarbon leader: https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

Sizes: 8, 10, 15 lb


•Sunline Saltimate FC Leader: https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Size: 20 lb


TERMINAL TACKLE...

•Hog Farmer TacticalBassin Micro Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK


•Owner All Purpose Bait Hooks: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Sizes: 2/0, 3/0, 4/0


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

Sizes: 1/8 – 1/4 oz


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

Sizes: 1/8 – 1/4 oz


•Dirty Jigs Tactical Underspin: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Sizes: 3/8 – 1/2 oz


HARD BAITS...

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

Colors: GLX Frozen Pink, KS Kasumi Ito


•Jackall TN Lipless: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: SG Threadfin, RT Scale Minnow


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

Colors: True Shad, Clear Water Minnow


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

Colors: Rootbeer Craw, Green Gizzard


•Rapala Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Rootbeer Crawdad


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

Colors: Phantom Green Craw, Phantom Smoke Craw


SOFT BAITS...

•Duo Realis Wriggle Crawler 5.8: https://bit.ly/3TFXocE

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue


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

Color: Green Pumpkin


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

Color: Castaic Choice


•Raid 2 Way (2"): https://bit.ly/4aSRQTc

Color: Green Pumpkin Pepper


•OSP Dice Rubber: https://bit.ly/4e0DII9

Color: Fall Webworm, Green Pumpkin Pepper


•Hog Farmer Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Color: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow


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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


•Jackall Rhythm Wag: https://bit.ly/3NT6OvF

Color: Prism Shad


•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue, Grass Craw


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

Color: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin Black


•Xzone Stealth Finesse Minnow: https://bit.ly/3yAOQfo

Color: Moon Dust


WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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