From giant swimbaits to ultra-finesse, this video is covering everything you need for Winter Bass Fishing. We respect anglers that brave the elements and fish through the Winter so we’re giving up all our best tricks to consistently catch fish through the Winter months. Don’t fall into the slow fishing trap in Winter; you can catch fish fast, slow, and everywhere in between if you know when to make the adjustments.
Today’s video is all about keeping it simple. These are our best confidence baits for the cold water months. The only baits missing are the dropshot and Ned Rig but we’ll be covering those in their own video in the coming days. In addition to the baits, Tim gives some awesome tips on the Tube and A-rig and Matt shares some knowledge on the big swimbait and crankbait.
“Winterizing the boat” should be a thing of the past if your lakes don’t freeze solid. Get out on the water, apply these tips, and catch some of the best bass of the year! Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment the guys discussed in the video. Each bait is linked direct to Tackle Warehouse where you can see close up photos and detailed descriptions of them.
A-rig…
-G Funk A-Rigs: http://bit.ly/2n8cOGO
-Matt Allen Swimbait Heads 3/16 oz: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN
-Keitech 3.8 Swimbaits: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
-Rage Swimmer 4.75 Swimbaits: http://bit.ly/2evZF8j
Crankbait…
-Tactical DD Crank 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX
Small Swimbait…
-Megabass Dark Sleeper: http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT
(Haze, Hanahaze, Wakasagi)
Underspin…
-Cool Baits Down Under Spin 1/8-3/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2boS7QA
-Keitech 2.8″ Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Tubes…
-Dry Creek Tournament Tube: http://bit.ly/2cJwI6r
-Big Bite Baits Tour Tube: http://bit.ly/32e23VR
-Bite Me Flat Eye Tube Head 3/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2diyVXK
Neko…
-Daiwa Fat Neko Worm: http://bit.ly/2o2O3LG
-Swagger Tungsten Nail Weight: http://bit.ly/2iGNSFW
-Owner Sniper Finesse Neko Hook: http://bit.ly/2kfdv37
Jig…
-Dirty Jigs Finesse Football 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm
(Supermatt Brown, Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw)
-5″ Twin Tail Grub Trailer: http://bit.ly/2qS1YtE
(Green Pumpkin, Tilapia)
Big Swimbait…
-Huddleston Deluxe 8″ Swimbait (ROF 5): http://bit.ly/2UVHiuQ
-Huddleston Deluxe 8″ Swimbait (ROF 12): http://bit.ly/2azFTon
(Trout, Ayu, Silver/Blue)
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What we wear…
Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/2vgTOst
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
Reaper Hoodie (Hoodie with Warm Face Cover built in): http://bit.ly/2yRURSd
Horizon Sweater (Water resistant, great for layering): http://bit.ly/2gTC1oB
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Equipment We Recommend…
Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP
Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2tfxFvw
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Wire Cutters: http://bit.ly/2soB34k
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero7 Camera: http://bit.ly/2RsLpjB
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: http://bit.ly/2FNdnQr
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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thanks guys
Love the intro
These Guys are Great!
Tree Butcher, Matt Allen can't fish in snow until he get's some shoes. He's a flip-flop man. Love your vids. Very informative and always fun to watch.
You guys should make some jig kits crank bait kits fineness kit winter kits of all your favorite baits for us to buy. Just a thought.
Do these baits work in ponds that’s what I mostly fish
How do you catch hawgs on Lake Oroville? Hudd?
Have y’all ever used sebile magic swimmers for stripers? I know they’re great for the cape cod canal, but I was curious if y’all have used them for freshwater? Thanks!
Any tips for winter fishing Lake Cumberland Matt? I know you’ve fished here in the winter. Put a lot of time on the lake and do well but always looking to add to my techniques
Hey guys great video. I live in Southern California and I’m thinking about throwing the hudd but the problem is I’m pretty sure that about every fish in the lake has seen that bait before. Would you recommend for me to throw it anyways or use a different bait if I’m looking for that giant bite?
Congratulations on having your own brand !
So, I’ve been sitting on my couch watching old and new TB videos and loving every minute of it! When I’m thinking about jig fishing, watch a TB video, when I’m thinking of throwing a jerkbait next time out on the water, I watch a TB video… and so on. I owe a great deal of gratitude to both Matt & Tim for improving my bass game hugely! These guys really know their stuff, and do a fine job explaining everything bass fishing. They have proved their knowledge and techniques on a regular basis. I even have my fishing buddies in the south ( I’m a So Cal guy ) watching their videos. Now I know there will always be “haters”, cuz they just hate, but when I see a thumbs down 👎🏻 after watching a well thought out, highly informative video, I kinda take it personally! So, to all the haters, wimps, & whiners … good luck, happy holidays, and if there’s coal in your stocking instead of a few Jackal jerkbaits and a pack or two of keitecks’… don’t be surprised! You’ve earned your station.
“They make A Rigs for just about every state”
California, Alabama, and “Desert” lol
What casting combo do you recommend for throwing the smaller 1/8 oz underspin style finesse lures? Thanks!
Thanks for the info on mega bass sleeper, ordered several during black friday without any info on them. They just looked awesome for bass in creeks. due in tomorrow and cant wait to try them out.
Super Unhappy about that back order though. 🙁
I ordered mine with next day delivery on Nov 18th, expected Nov 22nd, and now still have to wait a month till Dec 22nd. Which means I'm missing the winter fish, for the winter bait I bought. And I paid for the delivery date. Awesome
Do you let those huddlestons sink to bottom?
That’s what I do with my jigs and they catch big fish fished a tournament three weeks ago 75 percent of the field caught 2 keeper fish or less I caught a 6 pounder and 8 spots that were 1.5 to 2 pounds on that jig set up
Have you guys ever tried the googan baits because where I live in California if you want to get something right away got to go to Dick's and that's all they have at Dick's
Can you guys do a video talking about great punch combos under $400? Or for all price ranges? Been wanting to punch in the Delta for a long time but never knew good punch combos to get started.
What do you recommend for an all around crankbait reel in the $100-$150 range? I use a curado for swimbaits, should I just buy another?
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Lost my Tactical DD on the first day of fishing it on someones line underwater could literally see it when it snapped off. I was sad when I it, im even more sad looking at the back order till Dec 21. Trust me… im getting that bait back.
I’ve been watching ur story time videos and I always hear u say that anything u could do wrong I’ve done it. So could u make a video on some of the most common mistakes u made for swim bait fishing or bed fishing or just all around common mistakes for fishing that we could be making still and not know we’re doing it?