December is cold but the bass are BIG! If you’re ready to catch a giant bass, it’s time to go fishing! We typically catch less fish in December but the bites you do get are bigger and you’ll have a shot at the fish of a lifetime! Here are the baits we rely on to get bit during the cold month of December…
There are two very different approaches to bass fishing in December. Many anglers turn to finesse presentations and slow retrieves to catch lethargic bass. This can be very effective but it’s also monotonous. This Winter, try focusing on baits that get reaction strikes, despite the cold, and you’ll be surprised by the results. No matter what you choose, December gives you a great opportunity to catch a giant bass!
Below you’ll find links to the exact baits, in the exact colors and sizes that we trust to catch these fish. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included several of the key rod and reel combos we use to consistently catch fish with these presentations.
*FOOTBALL JIG…*
Bait– Dirty Jigs 1/2 oz Finesse Football: http://bit.ly/2d2apsm
Color: Supermatt Brown, The Go To
Trailer– Yamamoto 5″ Double Tail Grub: http://bit.ly/2db9w1p
Color: Green Pumpkin Blk
*NED RIG…*
•Xzone Ned Zone: https://bit.ly/2mRiYhF
Colors: Violet Secret
•ZMan Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR
Color: Mood Ring
•BKK Silent Chaser Ned Head: https://bit.ly/3ZvTJ2g
Size: 1/16th, 1/0 Hook
*SMALL SWIMBAITS AND HEADS…*
•Dirty Jigs Tactical Finesse Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY
Size: 1/8 oz
Head– Dirty Jigs Guppy: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS
Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 Hook
•Keitech 2.8″ Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad
•Megabass 3″ Spark Shad: https://bit.ly/2XcLZk4
Color: Real, Albino
*BLADE BAITS…*
•Damiki Vault: http://bit.ly/2rnO7e2
Size: 1/2 oz
Color: Black Holo, Real Shad, Holo Ayu
•Megabass Vibration X Dyna Response: http://bit.ly/2R7FlvL
Size: 1/2 oz
Color: Ito Hiuo, Jukucho Shad, Setsuki Ayu
*VAULT BLADE BAIT UPGRADES…*
Split Rings– Owner Hyperwire: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX
Sizes: 2 and 3 (3 on tail and head, 2 on belly)
Hooks– Owner STX 38: http://bit.ly/2oNIeCD
Size: 6
*SPEED CRANKBAITS…*
•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX
Color: Clearwater Minnow, True Shad
•Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt
Color: Sexy Ayu, MB Gizzard
*ALABAMA RIGS…*
•Hogfarmer Tactical Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/38xd1es
•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex Bladed: https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md
•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI (Non Bladed): https://bit.ly/3isTio0
*ALABAMA RIG COMPONENTS…*
Heads– Matt Allen Swimbait (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Baits– Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Bait– Xzone 4″ Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Dummy Baits– Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8
*ALABAMA RIG COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Zodias 7’5″ Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader– Maxima Ultragreen (18 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae97J9
*SPEED CRANKING COMBO…*
Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 906C CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ
Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP
Line– Sunline Crank FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3fohguC
*BUDGET NED RIG COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Intenza 7′ Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn
Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5
Line– Sunline Super FC 7 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 12: https://bit.ly/3MwQToy
*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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#December #Winter #bassfishing
That 7'5 heavy Zodias- besides A-rig, what else would you throw on that? How about 6" swimbaits like a Magdraft Freestyle? Swimbaits with belly-weighted hooks?
Please help: Some of my treble hooks on my fishing lures are starting to rust. The crazy thing is that they are brand new and have never been in water. What is even crazier is that I have them in Flambeau Zerust tackle boxes that are less than a year old. Can anyone explain this please?
What water temp range are we talking about here? I am in CT and it has been fairly warm for this time of year.
Are you guys California fisherman ?
im pretty new to fishing. but does water temp effect fishing? like if its 30 degrees out?
Do you guys ever use the line through swimbait heads? Always see you using normal heads and under spins. Just wondering your thoughts on them
Would I use the double tail grub on a jig in the river during winter? I would imagine the current would be making those Tails constantly go crazy.
Are you wearing slippers out there fishing?
Man up here in idaho i struggle so much in winter. It hurts. I only have a good fishing kayak. . With not good electronics. And i have a very difficult time getting on them from shore because the points are on the opposite side of lake. Any thoughts? Thanks guys!
Personally I'm not a boater. The blade bait and Alabama Rig are trash. I fish from the bank.
speed cranking could you just throw a rof 16 hudd and burn it I've done it a couple times dead winter and fish hammer it not sure if you guys ever made a video like that
If you want to catch bass right now and your area is too cold like where I live. Just come to Florida it's what I did and I landed peacock bass tarpon and other species in a time span of a few hours today. None of this nonsense of using top 5 baits top 2 baits this and that. Toss a hair jig and catch everything.
Welp…. i guess i need to make another order on Tackle warehouse 😊
I love the fact your powerfishing when it's cold! I wish we could throw slow down only when I have too.😅Matt theres guys in New England that catch their biggest fish on Wakebaits when there's snow on the ground.
Thank you, Matt!
What’s the deepest u guys would throw a Ned rig? The lakes I fish 30-40 feet in winter is that too deep?
Yeah man my favorite color jig this time of year is a version of a pb&j or a green pumpkin purple unless ive caught a few thats puked up crawfish or if i see pinchers hanging out their throat then a pumpkin orange or Alabama craw color is the ticket but i always start with a bait with some purple in it pretty much all year and fine tune throughout the day.
Love your videos bud. I'm fishing upper western Washington state and it's cold! Lotta clear pressured waters.
Tight lines my friends.
🔥🔥🔥🔥⏸️
How much of these baits apply to bank fishing?
Lost my first Tactical Mini A rig recently. The thing caught me a lot fish so you know I had to go out and get a couple more! Great Stuff Matt.