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

FIshing The Fall To Winter Transition! Cold Water Fishing Tips!

Come along for a fun afternoon of fish catching! Tim is exploring a large section of river and dialing in a pattern as bass transition toward their Winter haunts. He’s using everything from swimbaits to blade baits to draw a reaction bite as water temperatures drop.

Fall to Winter transition is always an interesting bite window. There are bass that can be found shallow to the end, but most fish have already begun making their moves to deeper water haunts where they will spend the Winter. You can slow down and finesse fish or speed up and look for a reaction bite. Today Tim focused on power fishing throughout the water column.

Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and equipment he used throughout the day. We’ve included his exact colors, bait modifications, and specific gear. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

ALABAMA RIG…

Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

Heads– Matt Allen Swimbait (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Baits– Keitech 4.3” Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Electric Shad

Dummy Baits– Keitech 4” Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Electric Shad

MID STROLLING…

Bait– Hog Farmer 4.5” Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Electric Shad

Head– Missile Baits Ned Ball: https://bit.ly/3e9HqSK

Size: 3/16 oz

BLADE BAIT…

•Damiki Vault (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Color: Black Holo

VAULT BLADE BAIT UPGRADES...

Split Rings– Owner Hyperwire: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Sizes: 2 and 3 (3 on tail and head, 2 on belly)

Hooks– Owner STX 38: http://bit.ly/2oNIeCD

Size: 6

GLIDE BAIT…

•River2Sea S Waver 168: https://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Color: Bluegill

ALABAMA RIG COMBO…

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7’7” Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb: https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

MID STROLLING COMBO…

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Model: 7’1” Medium

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

Line– Sufix 832 (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

BLADE BAIT COMBO…

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: Carbon Cranker (7’2” MHM)

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Leader– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://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 hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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

How To Catch Bass During The Fall To Winter Transition (Cold Water Bass Fishing)

If you're throwing the same old baits, you're going to struggle during this transition!! Catching fish can be tricky this time of year! Some anglers are catching big fish every trip out while others are catching nothing at all. The difference is a combination of the baits they're using and their ability to trigger a feed response.

Its time to get out of your comfort zone! Focus your attention on aggressive baits like speed cranking, jerkbaits, A-rigs, and blade baits to get consistent bites. If you insist on slow fishing, focus on key baits like jigs and ned rigs to keep getting bit. This time of year can be amazing, you just have to branch out to find those key bites.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits we're using, including our favorite colors and sizes. We've also included the key rods and reels we use to throw them. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FOOTBALL JIGS...

Bait– Dirty Jigs Finesse Football (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2d2apsm

Color: Supermatt Brown, The Go To

Trailer– Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p

Color: Cinn blk purp, Green Pump Purp copper

Bait– Yamamoto 5" Hula Grub: https://bit.ly/2d7SpgG

Color: Green Pumpkin Black

Head– Gamakatsu Football Jighead: https://bit.ly/2CTXHHt

Size: 3/8 oz

NED BAITS...

•Zman Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR

Color: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Goby

•Roboworm 3" Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Color: Margarita Mutilator

•Swagger Tungsten Flanders Head: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M

Size: 1/10th oz

SPEED CRANKBAITS...

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

Color: Clearwater Minnow, True Shad, Mirrored Minnow

•Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Color: Sexy Ayu, MB Gizzard

ALABAMA RIG...

Rig– Hogfarmer Tactical Mini Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

Heads– Matt Allen Swimbait (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Baits– Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Dummy Baits– Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

JERKBAIT…

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

Colors: Kasumi Ito, Mat Shad, Ito Clear Laker

BLADE BAITS...

•Damiki Vault: http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Black Holo, Real Shad, Holo Ayu

•Megabass Vibration X Dyna Response: http://bit.ly/2R7FlvL

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Ito Hiuo, Jukucho Shad, Setsuki Ayu

UNDERSPIN...

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

Color: Sexy Shad, Albino Shad

Head– Dirty Jigs Tactical Finesse Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 1/4 oz

BIG SWIMBAITS...

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

Colors: Dirty Silver, Trout

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

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Hitch

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

Colors: Bone, Threadfin Shad

ALABAMA RIG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

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

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb FC: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

BLADE BAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'2" ML: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET SPEED CRANKING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

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

Line– Sunline FC 12 lb: http://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

Best Finesse Baits For Fall Bass Fishing!

These baits can save your Fall fishing! Not every day has perfect weather or great fishing but if you know how to adapt, you can still have a great time on the water! Turning to finesse can save your day and it doesn't have to be boring. From underspins and spy baits, to senkos and micro jigs, these baits will help you catch fish when nothing else will!

Fall is supposed to be awesome fishing, and most days it is. Unfortunately Fall also brings changing conditions, nasty weather, cold snaps, and post frontal conditions. When the going gets tough you have to adapt. We have a variety of baits we turn to under these conditions and they've saved our fishing countless times. Today Tim is breaking down his all time favorites and explaining how he uses each method effectively.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim discussed in the video. We've even included our favorite Fall colors for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FINESSE UNDERSPIN...

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

Size: 1/8 - 1/4 oz

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•Megabass 3" Spark Shad: https://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Colors: Albino, Silver Shad, Real

SPY BAIT...

•Duo Realis Spin Bait 80: https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Colors: BK Ayu, Ghost Minnow, Blue Hitch

•Nishine Baby Abino: https://bit.ly/3sb4xDe

Colors: Ghost Shad, Wakasagi

DROPSHOT WORMS...

•Reins 3.5" Bubbling Shaker: https://bit.ly/3OMsKMs

Colors: Natural Pro Blue, Morning Dawn

•Xzone Finesse Slammer: https://bit.ly/2TJt7L8

Colors: Electric Shad, Minnow Magic

•Netbait 3.5" Flat Sided Shad: https://bit.ly/3OBN9AW

Colors: Dark Shad, Grey Ghost

DROPSHOT COMPONENTS...

Hook– Owner Mosquito Light: https://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Size: 2

Weight– XZone Tungsten Tear Drop: https://bit.ly/3HgdcMM

Size: 1/4 oz

THE SENKO...

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

Colors: Green Pumpkin Black Flake, Natural Shad

Hook– Hayabusa WRM201 Weedless Wacky: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1/0

Rings– VMC Crossover Ring: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

Size: 5

Weighted– Gamakatsu G–Finesse Wacky: https://bit.ly/3O9yOw7

Size: 1/8 oz

MICRO JIG...

Jig– Missile Baits Micro Football: https://bit.ly/3osY6wA

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Dill Pickle

Trailer– Netbait Tiny Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Natural Craw

Trailer– Zman TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Canada Craw, Mud Bug

NED RIG...

•MissileBaits NedBomb: https://bit.ly/2XCOGwd

Colors: Fishaliscious, Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core

•Zman Finesse TRD: https://bit.ly/3d8bmBm

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Goby

•Yamamoto 3" Ned Senko: https://bit.ly/3BIjwL2

Colors: Electric Shad, Baby Bass

MID STROLLING...

•ZMan Jerk Shadz: https://bit.ly/3yRocN0

Colors: Bad Shad, Smelt

•Gamakatsu Ball Head Jig: https://bit.ly/2dJAhec

Size: 1/8 oz

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