August is HOT but so is the fishing!! Bass are predictable on hot days and become very easy to catch. We’re going to show you the best baits, and where to fish them so you can consistently catch fish throughout the month!
Heat is your friend! We’ve already done several videos talking about how bass position in the heat and how to predict their movements. Once you understand that positioning, all you need to do is fish these key lures with confidence. Summer fishing can be amazing and this is your year!
Below you’ll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We’ve listed them in the order they appear in the video and have included all the rigging components needed to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
*DROPSHOT…*
Bait–MissileBaits 6″ Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB
Color: Blueback Secret, Watermelon Violet
Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf
Size: 1/0
Weight– Swagger Tungsten Pencil: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z
Size: 1/4 oz
*TEXAS RIG…*
Bait– MissileBaits Baby DStroyer: https://bit.ly/3248BXL
Color: Super Bug, Green Pumpkin
Hook– Owner All Purpose Bait: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW
Size: 3/0
Weight– Reins Tungsten: https://bit.ly/3Kx0Fqz
Size: 3/16 oz
*DEEP DIVING CRANKBAIT…*
•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr
Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Live River Shad
*UNDERSPINS…*
Head– Tactical Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY
Size: 1/4 oz
Bait– Storm 3″ Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB
Color: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad
Hook– Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7
Size: 5/0, 1/4 oz
Bait– Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl
*SOFT JERKBAIT…*
•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H
Colors: Smokin Shad, Electric Shad, Albino
•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo
Colors: Smoke Pearl Laminate, Baby Bass, Electric Shad
Hook– VMC Redline Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/3m3dn6G
Size: 4/0
*TOPWATER…*
•Jackall Kaera Frog: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3
Colors: Glitter Hasu, Glitter Bluegill
•13 Fishing Power Slide: https://bit.ly/3PaQYO0
Colors: Flitter Shad, Lucky Charm
*BAITCASTING DROPSHOT COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Zodias 6’10” Med Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel– Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt
Line– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju
*SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO…*
Rod– 13 Fishing Envy Black 7’3″ Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3KtYZhv
Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg
Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2
*BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7’1″ Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc
Reel– Shimano SLX 150 A (HG): https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line– Power Pro Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b
*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!
#August #fishing #bassfishing
I tied on a drop shot this winter when I wasn’t able to get bites on small moving baits. Let’s just say I still have one tied on. It’s still producing. ….. moving bait wise bill Lewis Atv crank and R2S biggie smalls crank, rebel pop-r, and Picasso shock blade.
Thank you for this! I am about to get out on Lake Gaston in the beginning of August and cannot WAIT to get out on the water! Have a few of these bait types but want to get better hooks so thanks for the links!! Question for my anglers out there, I just bought a new medium heavy rod with a 4k spinner and was going to use 15lb braid, what lb fluorocarbon should I use for my lead? Everything I have read is just ALL over the place, thanks for the assist!!
They might be easy to catch more north, but here in TX in August it's tough fishing shallow or deep.
Wats a budget friendly rod for the keara frog?
Very informative! You've helped me catch hundreds of fish 🐟. Thanks Matt Allen.
The Master 🙌🏼
Matt Alan 💥💥💥
Dang posted right when i woke up
Great stuff Matt, thanks for sharing
wow nice video💖💝💖💝
Can you talk about fishing line colors and what is best. I just bought some red braid and I’m wondering if that was a good choice.
Matt are you pulling the tab off on the largo Shad underspin? Or leaving it? Thanks
you rock! thanks
Thanks!
Thanks for your hard work!
My plan to fish before work got rained out. So, I'm ready for the new TacticalBassin video, LET'S GO!