3 Winter Finesse Fishing Tricks To Catch More Fish!
These Winter finesse tricks can save your day! If you're struggling to get bit, it's time to adapt. Turning to finesse presentations isn't giving up, it's a smart choice to consistently catch Winter bass. Tim pays close attention to subtle details, as well as key sizes and colors when he's trying to fool fickle cold water bass!
Power fishing in Winter is really fun, but it doesn't always work. When fishing gets tough Tim focuses on 3 key concepts to get bit. Slowing Down, Downsizing, and Scent, are all critical pieces of the puzzle for cold water fish. From his football jig to his ned rig, there are subtle nuances that Tim believes give him an upper hand and today he's willing to share them with you.
Below you'll find links to the exact baits, including favorite colors, as discussed in the video. We've also links some of our favorite budget friendly rod and reel combos for these techniques. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
SCENT...
•Baitfuel 8 oz Gel: https://bit.ly/3Le5h2j
•Baitfuel Hardbait Scent Stick: https://bit.ly/3YQSLiJ
SHAKY HEAD...
•Netbait 4.75" Finesse Worm: https://bit.ly/43iBmzX
Colors: Kentucky Special, Green Pumpkin
•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB
Colors: Blueback Secret, Oxblood Grape
•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shaky: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V
Size: 1/8 – 3/16 oz
NED RIG...
•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX
Colors: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin Black
•Great Lakes Finesse Snack Craw: https://bit.ly/4b8aeHo
Colors: Green Pumpkin Purple, Green Pumpkin Red
•BKK Silent Chaser Ned Head: https://bit.ly/3ZvTJ2g
Size: 1/16 - 1/8 oz
DROPSHOT...
•Xzone Stealth Finesse Minnow: https://bit.ly/3yAOQfo
Color: Mooniest
•Big Bite Baits Smallie Smasher: https://bit.ly/2ZpCOCY
Colors: Smashed Goby, Smelt
•Damiki 2.5" Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2VQ7g6o
Colors: American Shad, Pure Gill
FOOTBALL JIGS...
Jig– Dirty Jigs Finesse Football Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2d2apsm
Color: Supermatt Brown, The Go To
Trailer– Yamamoto 5" Double Tail: https://bit.ly/2db9w1p
Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Cinnamon Black Purple
Jig– Keitech Tungsten Football (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1
Colors: Brown Purple, Dark Green Pumpkin
Trailer– Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX
Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Tilapia
BUDGET SHAKY HEAD COMBO...
Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/3n6Ojvx
Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ
Line– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
BUDGET DROPSHOT/NED COMBO...
Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Med Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren
Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5
Line– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
BUDGET JIG COMBO...
Rod– Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc
Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ
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
