February is about to arrive and it’s bringing a huge transition! Power fishing is about to be in full swing! The water is still cold but the the very beginning of the Late Winter to Early Spring transition is here! Fish are about to start moving, eating different lures, and getting downright fun to fish for. Come along as we look at the top baits for bass fishing in February!
Despite the continued cold, the fish seem to know the end is in sight and they start moving, regardless of the weather. February is an awesome time to fish! You can forget the Winter struggles and start loading the deck of your boat with jerkbaits, crankbaits, A-Rigs, swimbaits, and other fun power fishing techniques!
Below you’ll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video, including our favorite sizes and colors for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
*JERKBAITS…*
•Megabass Vision 110: https://bit.ly/3tw8Cpz
Colors: Mat Shad, GG Illusion Tennessee Shad
•Shimano Zumverno 95 SP: https://bit.ly/3Gbzrmw
Colors: S Hasu, Clown
*UNDERSPIN…*
Head– Dirty Jigs Tactical Finesse Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY
Size: 3/16 – 1/4 oz
Bait– Keitech 2.8″ Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl
Bait– Storm 3″ Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB
Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad
*MICRO FLEX RIGS…*
Bladed– HogFarmer Tactical Micro Flex: https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK
Non Bladed– Hog Farmer Tactical Micro Flex: https://bit.ly/3Rui7Oc
Swimbait– 3″ Damiki Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2KtPDAT
Colors: American Shad, PB Silver
Head– Dirty Jigs Guppy: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS
Size: 1/8 oz, 1/0 hook
*MINI FLEX RIGS…*
Bladed– Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex: https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md
Non Bladed– Hog Farmer Tactical Mini Flex: https://bit.ly/3isTio0
Swimbait– X Zone 3.5″ Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl
Head– Dirty Jigs Matt Allen: https://bit.ly/29RrTYN
Size: 1/8 oz
*FLEX RIGS…*
Bladed– Hog Farmer Tactical Flex: https://bit.ly/38xd1es
Non Bladed– Hog Farmer Tactical Flex: https://bit.ly/3vhpSez
Swimbait– Keitech 4.8″ Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Threadfin Shad
Head– Tactical Screwed Up Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3U5RsIx
Size: 1/4 oz
*SQUAREBILL CRANKBAITS…*
•Rapala OG Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI
Colors: Red Crawdad, Tuxedo Shad
•Bill Lewis ATV 1.5: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj
Colors: Red Glitter Craw, Fire Truck Craw
*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
*LIPLESS CRANKBAITS…*
•Nomad Swimtrex Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3SjrDWD
Today’s Color: Threadfin Shad
•Jackall TN 60 Lipless: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh
Today’s Colors: SS Shad, SG Threadfin
*BIG SWIMBAITS…*
•Megabass 8″ Magdraft Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK
Colors: White Back Shad, MB Shad
•Huddleston Deluxe 8″ Trout (ROF 12): https://bit.ly/2UVHiuQ
Colors: Rainbow Trout, Hitch
*FAVORITE MICRO FLEX COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Expride B 7’2″ Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt
Line– Sufix 131 (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF
Leader– Sufix Advance (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix
*BUDGET LIPLESS/JERKBAIT/MICRO FLEX COMBO…*
Rod- Shimano SLX A 6’10” Medium: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO
Reel- Shimano SLX A 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line- Sunline FC 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
*BUDGET SQUAREBILL COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7’2″ MM: https://bit.ly/3P8REVe
Reel– Abu Garcia Max Pro: https://bit.ly/3QKCQOG
Line– Sunline FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
*BUDGET ALABAMA RIG COMBO…*
Rod– Cashion Element 7’6″ Heavy: https://bit.ly/48w69eC
Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT (HS): https://bit.ly/35hugfH
Line– Power Pro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader– Sufix Advance (20 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! 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… *
Trolling Motor– Minn Kota Ultrex 112: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics– Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Storage Box: https://bit.ly/3U9y4cl
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#bassfishing #February #fishingtips
I’d put a Berkley Stunna up against a Megabass any winter day.
I was like I Can’t believe you wasn’t in your champion then I was ok he’s In it! 😂 😅
Hey Matt and Tim this year has been weird for the North because we still have open in February I wanted a couple of tips for bass fishing we are averaging 50s air temp and I fish all watercolor
I have zero luck with an underspin. Any tips or advice?
I really need to move from the ice. 😢
Great video and great to see you back in the Champ… Skeeters are awesome, but Champs are special 😁
You guys throwing the IMX PRO 883 BJR for square bills?
Matt – Love the channel. I wish y’all could show the underwater action of the baits y’all talk about – Thanks
Great Video! Really appreciate your content! Thanks!!
I know it sounds crazy but we dont have much ice in Connecticut! Im about to go fishing now
Finally Fishing it’s back😭
Gotta love how the weather got so good at the end of this month only for it to go back into winter again
@tacticalbassin i used the links you provided to buy some of the baits you suggested. I hope you guy's get a percentage of some sort. Also, would these baits work well in February in California, more specific, Santa Clara County reservoirs? Thanks for the informative videos ❤ u guys!
@tacticalbassin hey I need your help finding a rod
Still the best bass channel on YouTube!
Does the water temp matter? Like the waters colder are they gonna stay deeper or what how does that work
I catch Bass, but I don't need a million ways. 😅
When are you coming back to the Clearlake area? I would love to meet you both. Your two are not only amazing guys, but fantastic fisherman. I would love to pick your brains regarding Clearlake! Thanks again for all that you do for us fishermen! ✌🏼🤜🏼🤛🏼
It's so crazy to me how much knowledge these guys have.
Any ideas on what color to fish jerkbaits in california? I want to try it this February but idk where to start.
I’d like to see a good clip of how you work a jerkbait in cold water. I think I’m either way too fast or way too slow 😅
I would like to know your opinion on the trika rod?
You guys have an awesome channel!!! It's cool to see the old Champion still rolling , unfortunately I'm in the upper Midwest so these patterns won't start up for us til March/ April but great info.
Awesome job guys
Ya no how you can take one look and say that bait has it.Zumverno and mcro flex say that to me.
Nice to see the champion again! What happened to the skeeter?
Hoping my ponds thaw for the weekend honestly, been in the mid 40s up here in north west indiana… but i wanna know your guys thoughts on the 6th sense baits, like axel jigs or underspin and the axis squarebill
I really do appreciate all of the techniques and your advice works quite often. That being said I challenge you to try your luck on my Oregon coastal lakes…without sonar
I want to try the micro rig but have never thrown the A rig.
Do I need to bend the wires at all?
Thanks
At 4:06 I recognize that section of riprap from your other vids.
Big fish spot.
I found some mostly open water and I’m hoping to get out there on Sunday. It’s hard to find places to fish in Wisconsin right now
You should try the Hybrid Hunter Jr. Great bait all times of the year but they catch them even in cold water.
5:55 THIS IS THE INFO I’VE BEEN LOOKING FOR. THANK YOU.
I’ve been wondering how heavy of a rod I needed. This is super encouraging!!!
Awaiting my new back order Micro from TW.
I still have not had any luck on the new rig…but I'm fishing from the bank