Come along for an awesome day of fishing with Matt and his Dad! We’re on vacation in the North to get away from the heat and the bass fishing is on fire! The fish are aggressive, and the water is clear. What more could we ask for?!
This lake is a perfect example of a natural Northern fishery. It has a healthy mix of both largemouth and smallmouth bass, and you can target either one. Today the smallmouth are on finesse patterns and the largemouth are ambushing around shallow cover.
Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and gear we used throughout the morning. We’ve included our favorite colors and sizes for each, as well as any hook upgrades we used. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can find detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
*FINESSE SWIMBAITS…*
•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS
Size: 1/8 oz
•Xzone 2.75″ Swammer Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Color: Tennessee Shad
•Xzone 3.5″ Swammer Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Color: Natural Goby
*SOFT JERKBAIT…*
•Owner Jungle Wide Gap Hook: https://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z
Size: 3/0
•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo
Colors: Baby Bass, Electric Shad
*TOPWATER…*
•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE
Color: Sexy French Pearl
*GLIDE BAIT…*
•Savage Gear 5.25″ Glide Swimmer: https://bit.ly/4eGJ5No
Color: Ghost Gill
*DALE’S FINESSE COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Zodias 7’6″ Medium: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel– Shimano Vanford 3000: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju
*MATT’S SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Expride B 6’10” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy
Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix
*MATT’S TOPWATER COMBO…*
Rod– G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj
Reel– Shimano Metanium 70 DC: https://bit.ly/49al91d
Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF
Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix
*TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)*
We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! It’s all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here…
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 12: https://bit.ly/3MwQToy
*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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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!
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Nice smallie pops. Cherish the moment…my dad passed 25 years ago. Didn't get to fish with him. 😢
Dad putting on a clinic
Matt is such a great ambassador for fishing. He has an infectious way of saying “welcome to tactical bassin” that makes you want to go out and fish
Dad's got a killer hook set!
Let's goooooo get it Mr Allen 💪🏿🎣love when you take your dad fishing on vid he is a 🔨
Awesome video Matt! Love to see u fishing with your dad or Tim fishing with JD.
Are you throwing the finess swimbaits with a medium light rod?
Matt, take me fishing PLEASE! Lol
Good stuff, man. Any time we can spend with our dads on the water is time well spent.
Dirty jig.1/8 and what size hook?. Thanks
I be walking around saying that to myself Ill be welcome back to tactical bassin you guys nail it the same way every time props to you both. I have to say it with your guys accent too I was raised in Alabama so you can probably figure out the why 😆
2.75 swammer has been a top producer this summer. Throwing on BFS with a 1/16th keitech ball head.
Great video! Always enjoy your videos with your Dad along. He appears to be about my age. I still fish with my kids (some in their 50s now). I like the way you went back through the baits you used before the end of the video. Great tutorial, thanks. Appreciate all that you and Tim do for us.
Always count on the fellas for a good video. First day of school for our little one so this Dad needed something else to think about this morning. Thank you so much for all you do gentlemen! 🙏🎣
Which one is better??😮😮
THAT depends on the BETTER fisherman 😃😂🎣
I dont get much trips with my dad since he isnt quite the fisherman i am, but my papaw taught me to fish and im thankful for the times i get to take him out on my boat while hes still alive.
Question: have you or Tim ever tried Airrus rods?
Do you notice a difference in the amount of bass you catch (on average) between northern and southern waters? It seems like northern waters produce more just from watching youtube vids. I myself wouldn’t trade the bigger southern largemouth for numbers of smaller bass. I’d sure trade spots during summer though just to beat the heat. I live in Texas and don’t even have AC. It’s over 90 degrees in my mobile home at midnight during July and August because the roof and walls retain the heat and I have every window open.
hi Matt, awesome to see you with your dad again! That radar looked rough near the end. BTW- I was going to say I love that whiplash shad. For a smaller preso, I really love the new 4” Mach skooler! awesome colors, and it has become one of my favorites as well.
Yes, savor every moment you get with your father, time on the water doing what you love, can't ask for more!
It’s always fun to see yours and Tim’s family in the videos.
Your dad is a hammer with those hooksets👍
Have you gotten to use that Daiwa ardito jitte? I just got mine and and trying to decide on a reel to pair with it.
Love hearing the loon in the background.
Treasure these moments with your dad Matt some of us are not as fortunate. I try every year at least 1 a year in Idaho. Awesome vid!
Love the fishing vids
Nice to see your dad with you Matt. I finally got my Karashi order could you tell me if you use a split ring.I looked at some bfs videos but just couldnt find out.Thank you.
Dad smoked you .
Rules fishing with Dad:
#1 they always catch the biggest fish
#2 BFF🐟🎣🐟
Dad is gangster. Won’t even acknowledge a 3 lb Smallie! Lol
Think you got your butt whooped on that day Matt…I loved this video, it brings back tons of memories of me and my dad fishing. Great video.
Matt
Fishing trips with your dad is the best and mentors for a life time!
Losing my dad years ago we got to fish from Alaska to Florida… have fun
Going down the middle Georgia on Monday for the full moon fishing trip we will keep you updated. Have a great weekend.
Looks like Dad ate your lunch today! 😂😂 But that's OK. Fun times, great day on the water!!
You throw the whiplash shad on a 3/0 instead of a 4/0?
What a blessing to still have your dad around Matt. Cherish that time brother
Dad is a bass KILLER!! Swings on em like a pro.