December is cold but the BIG Bass are feeding!! If you want to catch a giant bass, it’s time to go fishing! We typically catch less fish in December but the bites we get are bigger, and we always know there’s a shot at the fish of a lifetime! Here are the baits we rely on to get bit during the cold month of December…

There are two very different approaches to bass fishing in December. Many anglers turn to finesse presentations and slow retrieves to catch lethargic bass. This can be very effective but it’s also mundane when you’re struggling through cold temperatures. This Winter, try focusing on baits that get reaction strikes, despite the cold, and you’ll be surprised by the results. No matter what you choose, December gives you a great opportunity to catch a giant bass!

Below you’ll find links to the exact baits, in the exact colors and sizes that we trust to catch these fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included several of the key rod and reel combos we use to consistently catch fish with these presentations.

*MINI ALABAMA RIG…*
•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md
•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI (Non Bladed): https://bit.ly/3isTio0
Heads– Matt Allen Swimbait (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Baits– Xzone 4″ Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Dummy Baits– Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

*MICRO ALABAMA RIG…*
Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical MICRO Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK
Heads– ZMan Trout Eye Finesse Head (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3C7H1iL
Baits– Damiki 3″ Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

*SPEED CRANKS…*
•Megabass Deep X 300: https://bit.ly/2sSQHpt
Colors: Sexy Ayu, Matte Shad

•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX
Colors: Glass Minnow, Ghost Minnow, True shad

*JERKBAIT…*
•Megabass Vision 110 Jr +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389
Colors: Mat Shad, Ito Clear Laker, Tennessee Shad

*SWIMBAIT…*
•Savage Gear 8″ Trout (Fast Sink): https://bit.ly/33GROg1
Colors: Trout, Dirty Silver

•Huddleston Deluxe 8″ Trout (ROF 12): https://bit.ly/2UVHiuQ
Colors: Trout, Holdover Trout

*WINTER JIGS…*
Jig– Keitech Football Jig (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1
Color: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Black
Trailer– Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX
Color: Green Pumpkin

Jig– Dirty Jigs 5/8 oz Finesse Football: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm
Color: Supermatt Brown
Trailer– Yamamoto 5″ Double Tail Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p
Color: Cinn Blk Purp, Green Pump Purple Copper

*STROLLING BAITS…*
•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS
Size: 1/8 – 1/4 oz

•Hog Farmer 4″ Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI
Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow

•Crush City Mooch Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Yn4NR6
Colors: Electric Shad, Shad

*JIGGING SPOON…*
•Nichols Duh Spoon (1 3/4 oz): https://bit.ly/4cSEVki
Colors: Shattered Glass Silver, Morning Dawn, Sierra

•War Eagle Jiggin’ Spoon (7/8 oz): https://bit.ly/2H9dJV1
Colors: Nickel, Purple Shad

*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: http://store.tacticalbassin.com
•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY… *

Boat– Skeeter FXR 21: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh
Motor– Yamaha VMAX SHO 250 HP: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0
Trolling Motor– Minn Kota Ultrex Quest: https://bit.ly/41RErpY
Electronics– Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q
Batteries– Dakota Lithium 135 AH: https://bit.ly/4b9HooR
Anchors– Minn Kota Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ
Camera– GoPro Hero 12: https://bit.ly/3MwQToy

*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…* 

Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite Rod Cover: https://bit.ly/3UewJEx
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Hard Storage Box: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR
Favorite Soft Tackle Storage: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7
Favorite Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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