Rivers present more challenges than lakes, but they also have great potential for success. Bass that live in rivers tend to be stronger and more aggressive than their lake–raised cousins. Today Jesse takes a 2–pronged approach. He begins his day by the dam, where fish are smaller but aggressive. He targets them effectively with topwater, a Karashi, a swimbait, and a jerkbait. Later he turns his attention to downstream grass and the big fish start coming into the boat!
Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and gear he used throughout the day. We’ve included exact lure colors, as well as the rod and reel combos Jesse used to land his fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
*JESSE’S GUIDE SERVICE AND SOCIAL ACCOUNTS…*
Website– CastCadia Outfitters: https://bit.ly/4hI948X
Instagram– https://bit.ly/3AwwaOZ
Facebook– https://bit.ly/3NWBoGO
*TOPWATER…*
•Megabass Dog X Diamante: https://bit.ly/2Q5GPUH
Color: Megabass Sexy Shad
•River2Sea Rover 128: https://bit.ly/2acSVea
Color: Funky Tiger
*KARASHI…*
•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7
Color: Setsuki Chiayu
*SWIMBAIT…*
•Megabass 6″ Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK
Color: White Back Shad
*JERKBAITS…*
•Megabass Vision 110: https://bit.ly/3tw8Cpz
Color: GG Trout OB
•Rapala Mavrik 110: https://bit.ly/3EEo6Kt
Color: Matte Shad
*SENKO…*
•Yamamoto 5″ Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Colors: Green Pumpkin Bk Flake, Watermelon Bk Flake
•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW
Size: 3/0
*SCALE…*
•Rapala Touch Screen Tournament Scale: https://bit.ly/47FVGiL
*TOPWATER COMBO…*
Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/2lVATTC
Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ
Line– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix
*JERKBAIT COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Expride 6’10” Medium Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE
Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt
Line– Seaguar Red Label (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA
*SENKO COMBO…*
Rod– G Loomis GLX 802S JWR: https://bit.ly/2A6HH3O
Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 3000: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ
Line– Seaguar Red Label (10 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 13: https://bit.ly/4hgdC4O
*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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