We’re heading shallow! Come along as we search the shallows for bass that are making early moves toward the prespawn. SPOILER ALERT: IT WORKS!!! You’re about to witness a beat down as we catch bass after bass, up to 11 lbs!!! This time of year can produce giants if you’re willing to pursue them!
So many anglers forget to adapt with the seasons. We’re constantly pushing the envelope and searching for fish that are moving ahead of the norm. In this case, it involved moving shallow despite cool conditions. It payed off in a huge way! We started off catching big bass with squarebills and paddle tail swimbaits, then ended it with GIANT BASS on chatterbaits!
Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and gear we used throughout the video. We’ve included our exact colors, sizes, etc. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
*SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS…*
•Rapala OG Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI
Color: Chartreuse Black
•River2Sea Biggie Poppa: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo
Color: I Know It
*UNDERSPIN SWIMBAIT…*
•Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: TW Ghost Shad, Electric Blue Chartreuse
•Owner 5/0 Flashy Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7
Size: 1/4 oz
*CHATTERBAITS…*
•ZMan Jack Hammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6
Color: BHite Delight (Matt), Hite’s Hot Craw (Tim)
•Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 5.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7
Color: Green Pumpkin Chartreuse
*SQUAREBILL CRANKBAIT COMBO…*
Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 855C JWR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL A (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG
Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader– Sunline Saltimate 16 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2
*FAVORITE 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– Sunline Saltimate 16 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2
*MATT’S CHATTERBAIT COMBO…* (Matt used this combo to make due while out on the road but it worked great and caught that 11lber with ease. We were very impressed!)
Rod– Shimano Zodias 6’10” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt
Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2
*BUDGET SQUAREBILL COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7’2″ Medium: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5
Reel– Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line– Sunline FC (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
*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! Its 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… *
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
Camera– GoPro Hero 9: http://bit.ly/2KQ0VEI
*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…*
Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu
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 Storage Box: https://bit.ly/3U9y4cl
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!
#bassfishing #chatterbait #crankbait
Good Morning guys! I'm also from California (Visalia) transplanted to Sumner Co. Tennessee. I have not thrown many chatterbaits but you convinced me to try it again. Threw the exact color combo you showed on Old Hickory the other day and had 25+ fish in 3 hours. You continue to give me new tools for my toolbox! Thanks again!
Teach us how to find the staging Bass
Such fat and healthy looking bass.
What was the water temp?
Man! What a day!
Would you like to share what lake your fishing
Gentlemen, great fishing A+, fish release techniques F-, please don’t drop or toss them.
Sic clinic Boyz!
Wow, you guys ROCK! Love your content and your commitment to educating us…Thank you! Hopefully I get to see you at Clear Lake when you come to visit!
Love this video format , fishing ,talking,fishing, talking ,fishing talking switching between the two of you it was very engaging 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Some of the best in the game. Pure inspiration guys – thanks for all you do. Will we have a return to CL this year?!
The Applebees 2 for 20 😮👏🏼 my last two fish went for 13 and a half pounds and I was feeling great until I watched this 😂..I think it’s gonna be a good year
Hey does that same principle that you discussed today applied to small mouth as well?
Also you guys never disappoint!
nice work my friends🤘🏽
From across the room you could hear " yes! Yes! Yeess! " came running to see the big fish, then immediately doubling up with the 9! Some guys fish forever and never experience something so amazing! Thanks for sharing.
Good Job, love how you guys work together in a boat, in sync when a guy has one on. Do a video even short on how you coordinate that
Love seeing you guys together fishing 🎣 🍻☀️🚀🔥☀️🍻☀️🤙
These guys catching bass this big all the time and me like catching 4 ounce blue gill and 1 pound bass lol I need help
That was awesome. It’s cool to see other people get excited like I do. Pre spawn is so much fun!
Where do these MLF bass be hiding during the tournaments
What state or lake are you fishing on
If your going to fill them with lead to get the weight up you should at least use a gun!
😂
What state are they in? Is this Texas or TN?
You talk to much. Just fish
Thanks 4 sharing another great day on the water with all of us! Fish on!…jimi
You guys are so amazing. You are obviously great fishermen but most importantly, you guys represent our community so well. You set a great example to the huge audience that you have, and for that we all owe you guys a huge thanks!
How long are your leader on your crankbait setups sir ?
What part of the country are you fishing?! ……congrats on the catchin.
Ohio just getting started..so..so.
Geez, what I would do to catch those type of fish in a year. Let alone in a day. Good sh!t fellas!
Oh my goodness I miss fishing. I cannot wait to get back at it. I live in upstate New York and I spend a month in Ontario Canada fishing the lakes up there. Incredible fishing skills you guys have. Appreciate all the info you have taught me. Hope all is well 👍
Never get sick of these fishing videos! Another great one guys!
Absolute hoggggg nice fish man
awesome vids dudes
The big bites came at the end of a window right about midday… coincidence for big fish eating, I think not.
WOW!
What state are you in. Home waters or traveling?
Sweet catches Matt and Tim 🎣
🍺 Rememberable day 😳. Nice job🤠.
I really wanna see this video uncut. Time in between catches and the conversations. You know the deal! You guys have basically been my guides and the reason why nrx fills my rod rack. So thanks and my wife blames you. 😂
Spent last week in California on a trip to see the Redwoods and got garbage weather all week and had to spend an extra day because we were unable to get out of the mountains. I wish we would have went bass fishing instead!
Awesome video guys!!Heading to Chattanooga for the first time for vacation from Ohio the 27th of this month, staying on the Tennessee river. Going to rent a boat and fish chickamauga.. super excited!! Any advise?
Thanks guys for the reply back. I am from Chico Ca any tips where to fish Clearlake early spring? Thanks Dave K.
Nothing better than The Tactical Bassin’ Ballet catching big bass and smack talking all the way! I loved how serious things got when you both hooked into giants. Laughed aloud when Tim bailed out on that underpin to pickup a squarebill. When it came to netting, I’d have to say Matt won. He was set up way in advance when Tim brought in that 9+, which I was REALLY hoping would be 10+. Thx, guys! Another winning video. Can’t wait to see you do a derby with the kids doing the fishing and you guys doing the driving and netting.
Fantastic day! I didn’t catch a water temp? Anyone have an idea?? I am itching to get out! Hopefully late this month. Waiting for the damn ice to go away
How shallow were you fishing? We talking 3 ft or 5ft or 10ft?
Awesome content!!!! ✌🏾👍🏾
What was the water temp you guys were seeing in the shallows.