We’re exploring a new lake, come along! New lakes are always an adventure, and today is no different. We started off with big baits and big expectations, but soon realized we’d need to adapt to succeed. Watch how Matt breaks down the water, develops multiple patterns, and catches fish.

By the end of the day Matt and his dad have developed 4 unique patterns that are all producing quality bites. Without question, the Shakey Head worm on outside cover is producing the best quality fish, but in the end Matt opts to move shallow and have fun targeting fish with bait finesse gear.

Below you’ll find links to all the baits Matt and his dad used throughout the day. We’ve included the exact rod and reel combos, as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

*KARASHI…*
•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7
Color: Juvy Gill, Glitz Shad

*TOPWATER…*
•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE
Color: Juvy Gill, HT Ito Tennessee Shad

*UNDERSPIN…*
•Dirty Jigs Tactical Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY
Size: 1/4 oz

•Keitech 2.8″ Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

*SHAKEY HEAD WORM…*
•Crush City Janitor Worm: https://bit.ly/3Fy6nsd
Colors: Candy Bug, Bama Bug

•Xzone MB Fat Finesse Worm: https://bit.ly/4lSgfx4
Color: Junebug

•MissileBaits Warlock Head: https://bit.ly/4bg8DyC
Size: 1/4 oz

*DICE…*
•OSP Dice Rubber: https://bit.ly/4e0DII9
Color: Green Pumpkin Pepper

•Gamakatsu TWG Dropshot Hook: https://bit.ly/2zGX441
Size: 1/0

•VMC BET Dropshot Weight: https://bit.ly/4gFECei
Size: 1/4 oz

*STROLL SHAD…*
•Hog Farmer 5″ Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI
Color: Sexy Shad

•Dirty Jigs Tungsten HD Guppy: https://bit.ly/3WCfvSn
Size: 1/4 oz

*GILL GLIDE…*
•Baitsanity Explorer Gill: https://bit.ly/3F65FxK
Color: Dark Bluegill

*SHAKEY HEAD COMBO…*
Rod– G Loomis GLX 892S JWR: https://bit.ly/2A6HH3O
Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

*KARASHI COMBO…*
Rod– Cashion Icon 7′ Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes
Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2
Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

*DICE/UNDERSPIN COMBO…*
Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer “Flyssa”: https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN
Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

*GLIDE COMBO…*
Rod– Fenwick Elite 7’8″ Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3MyC6tb
Reel– Daiwa Tatula 200: https://bit.ly/4ig0woA
Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader– Sunline Saltimate FC (25 lb): https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

*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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Today on “3 Questions with Bill Dance” we’re catching up with a fellow Tennessee fisherman who also happens to be one of the best tournament anglers around, @OttDeFoeFishing! Ott is a force of nature on the competitive fishing scene, with tons of major victories proving his immense knowledge and love of the craft… Trust me, I just KNOW you’re gonna want to hear his answers to my biggest fishing questions!🎣