There is certainly a time to downsize and slow down in Winter, as outlined by Tim in his recent finesse fishing video. But there is also a time to speed up, to be aggressive, and to force fish to bite. This “triggering” method we use is incredibly effective and works even when water temperatures are at their coldest!
Below you’ll find links to all the gear Tim discussed in the video. From the components for the A–Rigs, to the exact colors for the baits, to the rods and reels we rely on to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
*MICRO FLEX RIG…*
Hog Farmer Tactical MICRO Flex (NON BLADED): https://bit.ly/3Rui7Oc
Hog Farmer Tactical MICRO Flex (BLADED): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK
Heads– ZMan Trout Eye Finesse: https://bit.ly/3C7H1iL
Size: 1/8 oz
Baits– Damiki 3″ Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT
Color: American Shad, PB Silver, RP Blue Pearl
*MINI FLEX RIG…*
•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (NON BLADED): https://bit.ly/3isTio0
HogFarmer Tactical Mini Flex (BLADED): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md
Heads– Matt Allen Swimbait Heads (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Baits– Xzone 4″ Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl
Dummy Baits– Xzone 3.5″ Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Color: Electric Shad
*FULL SIZE FLEX RIG…*
Hog Farmer Tactical Flex (NON BLADED): https://bit.ly/3vhpSez
Hog Farmer Tactical Flex (BLADED): https://bit.ly/38xd1es
Heads– Matt Allen Swimbait Heads (1/8 oz): https://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Baits– Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad
Dummy Baits– Netbait Spanky: https://bit.ly/2d0dpU8
Colors: Grey Ghost Magic, Sexy Shad
*OTHER GREAT SWIMBAITS…*
•Crush City Mayor: https://bit.ly/43Uhyli
Colors: Gizzard Shad, Electric Shad
•Keitech Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H
Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl
*WINTER CRANKBAITS…*
•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX
Colors: Clearwater Minnow, Ghost Minnow, DD Minnow
•Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt
Colors: Sexy Ayu, MB Gizzard, PM Kisyu Ayu
•Megabass Deep Six: http://bit.ly/2A3clKP
Colors: MB Gizzard, Ito Wakasagi, Megabass Sexy Shad
*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
*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
Bladed Hook– VMC Bladed Hybrid: https://bit.ly/2oqWODi
Size: 6
*GREAT BLADE BAIT COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament Carbon Cranker: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV
Model: 7’2″ Medium Heavy Moderate
Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ
Line– Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF
Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix
*FAVORITE SPEED CRANK COMBO…*
Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP
Line– Sunline Crank FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC
*BUDGET ALABAMA RIG COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano SLX 7’5″ Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO
Reel– Shimano SLX XT 150: https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line– Seaguar Red Label (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA
*BUDGET MICRO RIG COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano SLX 6’10” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO
Reel– Shimano SLX A 150 (HG): 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
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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
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