Early Spring Power Fishing! (And Grass Fishing Tips)

Tips N Tricks February 14, 2026 3 views

Jump in the boat with Matt for an afternoon fishing trip in Florida! We’ve only got a few hours to fish, but that’s all we need. Matt employs a handful of baits to quickly start catching fish, including several of his favorite grass fishing techniques. While fishing, he takes the time to explain the details of what he looks for when fishing around grass, how he breaks down water, and the baits he uses to consistently catch fish.

This was one of the quickest trips we’ve ever done. Matt only had a few hours to fish, but with a swim jig locked in his hand, you know fish are going to be caught. Throw in the swimming worm, a soft jerkbait, and a few alligators and we’ve got a fun afternoon on the water! While enjoying the fishing, listen closely to Matt’s explanation of how he targets fish in grass by finding edges.

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

*TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS AND MERCH*
•TacticalBassin Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z
•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

*SOFT JERKBAIT…*
•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo
Color: Gizzard Shad

•Gamakatsu Superline Hook: https://bit.ly/2ac92XG
Size: 4/0

*SWIM JIG…*
•Dirty Jigs Swim Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2dIVUMd
Color: Crappie

•Nomad 4″ Swimbait: https://bit.ly/48MOyle
Color: Pearl

*NO JACK SWIM JIG…*
•Dirty Jigs No Jack Swim Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2d8qUCv
Color: Alabama Bream

•Nomad 5″ Dozer Swimbait: (source locally)
Color: Astro

*SWIMMING WORM…*
•Big Bite Baits Tour Swim Worm: https://bit.ly/3ut2QR1
Color: Red Bug

•Xzone Tungsten Bullet Weight: https://bit.ly/3c28mks
Size: 3/8 oz

•Gamakatsu Superline Hook: https://bit.ly/2ac92XG
Size: 4/0

*SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO…*
Rod– Fenwick World Class 7’3″ Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya
Reel– Daiwa Kage SV 150: https://bit.ly/3JEBep4
Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (17 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

*SWIM JIG COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Legend X2: https://bit.ly/3IOSXcJ
Model: 7′ Heavy Fast
Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Line– Sufix 832 Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

* NO JACK SWIM JIG COMBO…*
Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 7’5″ Extra Heavy (756): https://bit.ly/36fIHCg
Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Line– Sufix 832 Braid (65 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

*SWIMMING WORM COMBO…*
Rod– Dobyns Champion 7’4″ Heavy (745): https://bit.ly/2ab2kRX
Reel– Bates Salty Hundo 100: https://bit.ly/4aIGSRE
Line– Power Pro Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (17 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

*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… *

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
Camera– GoPro Hero 13: https://bit.ly/4hgdC4O
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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