We all understand that bass are focused on feeding before the spawn. But how do you apply that to your fishing? Where should your first stop be the next time you hit the water? Obviously it’s not going to be the same on a giant reservoir, a small pond, or a lake. In today’s video Tim separates the different kinds of fisheries and explains what to expect in each one so you have the best shot at success.
Once you understand why the fish are moving and where they are heading you can predict their movements through changing conditions. Below is a breakdown Tim’s best confidence baits for Spring bass fishing including his favorite colors and sizes for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
*SPINNERBAITS…*
•Megabass SV–3: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0
Colors: White Chart, Hot Tiger, Ayu
•Nichols Pulsator Painted Blades: https://bit.ly/3HUfyiG
Colors: White/Chart, ColeSlaw
*TACTICAL MINI FLEX RIG…*
Rig– Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md
Heads– Dirty Jigs Matt Allen Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Size: 1/8 oz
Baits– Keitech 3.8″ Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Color: Electric Shad
*TACTICAL MICRO FLEX RIG…*
Rig– HogFarmer Tactical Micro Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK
Heads– Dirty Jigs Guppy: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS
Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 hook
Baits– Damiki 3″ Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT
Colors: American Shad, PB Silver
*CHATTERBAITS…*
•ZMan EverGreen JackHammer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6
Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Bruised Green Pumpkin, Fire Craw
•ZMan Elite EVO (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y
Colors: Electric Shad, GlitterBomb, Black/Blue
*CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS…*
•Hog Farmer 5.5″ Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7
Colors: Sexy Shad, Hematoma, Blow Torch
•MissileBaits 5.5″ Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG
Colors: Frosted Purple, Green Pumpkin Delight, Super Bug
*SPEED CRANKS…*
•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX
Colors: Chartreuse Blue, Metallic Shad, Blood Craw
•Spro Rock Crawler: https://bit.ly/2NFPA5t
Colors: Red Bug, Red Crawfish, Phantom Green
*SQUAREBILL CRANKBAIT…*
•Bill Lewis ATV 1.5: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj
Colors: Red Glitter Craw, Fire Truck Craw
*LIPLESS CRANKBAITS…*
•Nomad Swimtrex Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3SjrDWD
Today’s Color: Threadfin Shad, Natural Threadfin, Red Craw
•Jackall TN 70 Lipless: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh
Today’s Colors: SS Shad, SG Threadfin, Crawfish
*GLIDE BAIT…*
•River2Sea S Waver 168: https://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Color: Lite Trout
*UNDERSPIN…*
•Dirty Jigs Tactical Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY
Size: 1/4 oz
•Xzone 4″ Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Color: Chartreuse/Blue, Sexy Shad
*BUDGET CHATTERBAIT / SPINNERBAIT COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano SLX A 6’10” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO
Reel– Shimano SLX 70 A (HG): https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5
Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix
*BUDGET SQUAREBILL / LIPLESS COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 7’2″ Medium Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL
Reel– Seviin GF Series (7:1): https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ
Line– Seaguar Red Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA
*BUDGET A–RIG COMBO…*
Rod– Fenwick Eagle 7’5″ Medium Heavy X Fast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh
Reel– Abu Garcia Max Pro: https://bit.ly/3QKCQOG
Line– Seaguar Red Label (17 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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