Where Do Bass Go In Spring? (And The Tricks To Catch Them)

New July 19, 2026 4 views

Ready to catch more bass?! Spring is coming and bass are on the move! Today we’re explaining why the bass are transitioning and how to predict their movements in your local lake. Let us help you get ahead of them so you aren’t one of the guys who’s struggling during the prespawn. We’ll show you where the bass are headed so you can get there first and catch them as they arrive!

Before the spawn, bass are focused on feeding. As they transition from Winter haunts to Spring spawning grounds, there are key stops they make along the way. These stops are slightly different on reservoirs, lakes, and ponds. In today’s video, Tim breaks different types of fisheries into 4 groups and explains how bass move in each scenario. Once you’ve identified which group your local lake, pond, or river fits into, you’re ready to fish!

Tim relies heavily on reaction baits to quickly locate and catch Spring bass. Below you’ll find links to our favorite baits, including our favorite sizes, colors, and trailers. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

GLIDE BAIT…
-River2Sea S-Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Colors: Light Trout, Bluegill, Warden Hitch

-GRatt Sneaky Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe
Colors: Gizzard Shad, Hitch, John Pearl Hitch

CHATTERBAIT…
Bait- EverGreen JackHammer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6
Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Clear Water Shad, Fire Craw, Black Blue
Trailer- Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 5.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7
Colors: Sexy Shad, Ghost Minnow, Blow Torch, Hematoma

LIPLESS…
-Lucky Craft LV-500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd
Colors: Chartreuse Shad, Spring Craw

-Cotton Cordell Super Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210
Colors: Rayburn Red, Royal Red, Royal Shad

SQUAREBILL…
-River2Sea Biggie Poppa: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo
Colors: Cold Blooded, Delta Craw

-Spro Little John 50: http://bit.ly/2dDfuqt
Colors: Chartreuse Nasty, Nasty Shad, Blood Craw

A-RIG…
-Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/38xd1es
-Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Non-Bladed): https://bit.ly/3vhpSez

A-RIG COMPONENTS…
Heads- Dirty Jigs Matt Allen (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Dummy Baits- Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8
Colors: Albino, Smokin Magic Shad
Main Baits- Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

RECENT SPRING FISHING VIDEOS…
Raw and Uncut Fishing For Big Bass: https://youtu.be/ehRgck-5xMo
Swimbait Fishing Is Easy: https://youtu.be/g45A3ypR58w
Awesome Spring Bass Fishing: https://youtu.be/eqj81pyuwJo

CHATTERBAIT COMBO…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

LIPLESS/SQUAREBILL COMBO…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 855C CBR: http://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP
Line- Sufix 832 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader- Sunline FC100 16 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

BUDGET LIPLESS/SQUAREBILL COMBO…
Rod- St. Croix Mojo Glass 7’2″ Medium: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5
Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line- Sunline FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??
We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here…

TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
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MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY…

Trolling Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex 112: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics- Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Anchors- Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Net- Frabill Conservation PLD 2612: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Camera- GoPro Hero 9: http://bit.ly/2KQ0VEI

FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…

Favorite Storage Box: https://bit.ly/3kngvEG
Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2MpUBEr
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
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