Finally! Some REAL information about bass fishing during the spawn! Fishing this time of year isn’t about chartreuse grubs and white jigs! Come along for a deeper dive into the world of bass fishing this time of year. From fish care, to bass behavior, to unique baits that help catch fish both on and off their beds, there is a whole world of information waiting for you!

Whether you enjoy sight fishing or not, you’re fishing around spawning fish in the Spring. Understanding their mannerisms will help you adjust and catch fish. Today Tim breaks down a variety of misunderstood concepts. He focuses in on effective boat positioning, sunglass lense colors, bait selection and color, just to name a few!

Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim discussed in the video. We’ve included our favorite sizes and colors for each, along with some great rod and reel combos to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

*FAST MOVING BAIT…*
•Zman Evo Elite Chatterbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y
Colors: Hot Snakes, Bama Bream

•Hog Farmer 4.5″ Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7
Colors: TW Sunfish Magic, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse

*SUNGLASSES…*
•Eye Surrender Tactical Bassin Sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl

Best Lenses By Water Color…
Clear Water: Amber
Tanic, Pollen, Sediment Water: Copper
High Sun Daily Wear: Green or Grey

*CLOTHING…*
•Aftco Adapt Sun Mask Hoodie: https://bit.ly/44hMz6d
Color: Niagara Mist Acid Camo

•Aftco Bass Sun Mask: https://bit.ly/2JcA8xi

•Aftco All Day Pant: https://bit.ly/3Yqatsz

*DROPSHOT WORMS…*
•MissileBaits 4″ Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB
Colors: Blueback Secret, Watermelon Violet

•Big Bite Scentsation CliffHanger Worm: https://bit.ly/3XSQO4q
Colors: Tilapia, Natural Magic

•ZMan Trick Shotz: https://bit.ly/2TqJwAR
Color: TW Bluegill, The Deal

•Xzone Stealth Minnow: https://bit.ly/3yAOQfo
Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Bass Candy

*DROPSHOT TERMINAL…*
•Owner Mosquito Light: https://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Size: 2

•Xzone Tungsten Weight: https://bit.ly/3HgdcMM
Size: 3/8 oz

•Tim’s SPRO Terminal Box: https://bit.ly/3L9Y03F
Size: X Large

*JIGS AND TRAILERS…*
•Dirty Jigs Compact Pitchin Jig: https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV
Color: The Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw
•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h
Color: Green Pumpkin Blue, Tilapia

•Keitech Tungsten Football: https://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1
Color: Green Pump Blue, Green pump Chart
•MissileBaits Micro DBomb: https://bit.ly/4diuUwv
Color: Magic Craw Swirl, Super Bug

*BLUEGILL SWIMBAITS…*
•Savage Gear RTF Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH
Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Gill

•Megabass Sleeper Gill: https://bit.ly/3HPvgMT
Colors: Gill, Gillkko

*EXCELLENT DROPSHOT COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Expride 7′ Light Fast: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Reel– Shimano Vanford FA 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1
Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

*BUDGET DROPSHOT COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6’10” Medium Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren
Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500D: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ
Line– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

*EXCELLENT JIG COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Expride B 7’4″ Heavy Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP
Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

*BUDGET JIG COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7’4″ Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs
Reel– Shimano SLX (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 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
Anchors– Minn Kota Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ

*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…* 

Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite Rod Cover: https://bit.ly/3UewJEx
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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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#April #fishing #bassfishing

Are lures better than bait? Or is bait fishing just too easy? In this video, we dive into the age-old fishing debate: Lures vs. Bait. Whether you’re a hardcore artificial lure angler or a die-hard bait fisherman, this video will challenge your beliefs and maybe even roast your favorite fishing style!

We test both methods side by side, compare catch rates, discuss strategy, and break down the pros and cons of using live bait vs. artificial lures.
Get ready for laughs, heated opinions, and real fishing results

00:00-2:55 intro
2:55-4:28 get to spot
4:28-8:38 begin fishing
8:38-10:21 keeper
10:21-11:37 move spots
11:37-13:19 peck fish
13:19-16:29 flounder
16:29-17:13 redfish
17:13-18:35 conclusion
18:35-21:26 hotpot

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