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I was born and raised in Chicago, but after working 12 years in the financial Industry regulating the futures and options markets at the CME/CBOT I decided to pursue my passion fishing professional tournaments and left my full time corporate job. At that point, I moved to Junction City, WI with my wife Sara and two boys Hank and Duke. I've been fishing professionally since 2011 and full-time since 2015. I've qualified for six MLF Championships and won roughly a half million in tournament winnings at the professional level.

[@normanham8566]

Old man here. Been bass fishing over 55 years and feel I’ve gotten more good tips and info I can apply in my world (kayak fishing) than any other YT angling channel. I watch & learn from many channels, but I like the way you explain things, think “outside the box”, and share with us in a direct to-the-point manner. Thanks Matt! Always seeking angling knowledge and love learning. 👍🏼😎🎣

[@MattStefanFishing]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@steveyd101]

I've taken old small inline spinners, cut the hooks off, added a short leader or a longer clip swivel, and then rigged it to the a fluke. makes it look like the fluke is chasing a smaller bait fish.

[@MattStefanFishing]

I’ve done similar things with other baits and it works well!

[@johnrayner5599]

Looks different but I can see myself giving that a try, I love how you look at baits and can make something old, new again. Im giving this a try.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@carlosporras4170]

Now I know what to do with old spinner baits and crank baits I find floating or on trees.

[@MattStefanFishing]

yep!

[@bisketbeeblebrox8124]

immediately starts putting old spinnes on all of his lures just to see.......lol

[@jelmo1057]

Love the idea, have to try this out, I know I have some old spinner baits that would work well for this. Thanks for sharing!

[@MattStefanFishing]

No problem

[@nicholasdettling4840]

I love this idea!! I think I found a good use for a couple of my worn out spinners...just out of curiosity have you ever brought the idea to Berkley? Because you should, If you really dialed the crank and blade combos in I know as a chronic tackle junkie that me and alot of other people would have to buy a handful

[@MattStefanFishing]

I haven’t but probably should!

[@ChuckCooper]

@@MattStefanFishing What Nicholas said, Freaking brilliant idea!!!

[@MattStefanFishing]

@@ChuckCooper thanks!

[@greenpighunter6930]

Excellent. Great idea. The Redfish Magic spinnerbait has the large version of a Beetle Spin arm that comes with a colorado blade. I'm changing the blade out to a willow blade and attaching it to a 1.0 or 1.5 shad colored SB for these Fall roving schools of bass.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks for sharing!

[@edpelkey7798]

Wow, thinking out of the box! The sound of the blade clanking is very unique! The clanking sound reminds me of Teckel Honker Frog. Great stuff Matt 👏

[@MattStefanFishing]

Almost like a buzzbait underwater

[@Kahntrol]

I just did this with a willow leaf beetlespin frame and a duorealis 2.83" spybait alpa65 and the bass that were chasing schools of baitfish were hammering the snot out of it.

[@MattStefanFishing]

It works great!

[@paulksicinski6181]

Never attached a crank bait to spinner bait arm. However, when a northern bit off my soft plastic end of a Mepp's in line spinner, I did attach a shallow running Rapala to the spinner with great results. Thanks for the new idea!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Good stuff!

[@juleswinnfield826]

Oh boy........ so many things come to mind unfortunately theres a filter in place of allowing "X" number of characters per response.....lol. 'Son....that dog aint gonna hunt' best southern phrase I've heard. Dude..... have someone double check your mushroom pick-nzzz. If your gonna pedal pixie dust and chicken feet.....then its best not to smerk during the sales pitch.... All meant in good fun. All joking aside i agree with the logic behind.....your crankenstein.... Something different can be a great thing. My first eye opener to this was watching water wolf footage after trolling for walleye and numerous times those fish would bypass the lure and show 100% interest in the camera. Very telling about what we as anglers think will catch fish...... especially when the target species shows interest in the accessories......SMH Thanks for the vid, comments are meant in good fun.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Haha! I love tinkering with baits to see if i can blend techniques…most don’t work…this one does when matched appropriately

[@gearllowe849]

Are you crazy,I don't know, but that is brilliant! Like you said ,something different,I'm going fishing in the morning ,As soon as I get going I'm going to build me one of those!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Have fun!

[@timjarrold6418]

Matt, have you tried slipping a piece of clear tubing onto the arm before making the loop? the tubing could be slid down over the loop and split ring which may keep the spinnerbait "above" the crank but not making it a firm connection. I will let you know. this may be a nice trick on shallow smallies on StClair this fall.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Good idea! Worth trying!

[@crobarrm8695]

Chatterbaitenstein is wunderbar in muddy water. I use a Colorado blade for the thump. I'll be trying this out

[@MattStefanFishing]

Ill have to dive into the chatterbaitenstein!

[@jamessullivan5683]

You really should pitch this to a lure company. Just like the jaber jaw is a hybrid between a square bill and chatter bait. You might really be on to something here.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@chrisrittenburg1719]

Strike King Redfish Magic is a good choice for this application. Trust me 😃

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks for sharing!

[@hardknoxs]

What! 😳 Im definitely going to try this!

[@MattStefanFishing]

You should

[@wpgordone352]

Matt , I missed this one, somehow !!! This is a Great Idea !! I am going to try this out and see what I can come up with !! Thanks so much , Matt for showing us your Wisdom !!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Its a good one!

[@guywithagoprofishingshow3011]

Dang,@MattStefan-you KNOW I'm sittin here lopping off the head of an old spinnerbait in between typing this comment..Lols-Brilliant & a virtual hat tip to you ,sir..(I will say it proves you circuit guys got LOTS of time on your hands)Thats def the clackin sound 13 Fishing & 6th Sense were going after when developing the Jabber jaw & Axis 2.0

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@outdoorswithjt6652]

Turn arm the other way, makes it more weedless. And turbulence from blades make the square bill hunt more.

[@MattStefanFishing]

thanks for sharing

[@sklxbnz5667]

WOW - that sound really does come thru. Must be crazy loud in the water! TY!

[@MattStefanFishing]

It does!

[@kevinbolton5]

Neat you should have the Hankster conjure up a few and maybe Berkeley can market it as the Hankenstein .

[@MattStefanFishing]

Haha!

[@andrewowens6754]

I actually tried this mod at a private pond, first cast was a 3 lber had it down his throat. I didnt cast it anymore as so not to educate these bass, my son and I fish together there, its definitely gonna give me an edge against him and his Neko Rig.....

[@MattStefanFishing]

Awesome!

[@pork_chop13]

Could you make a video fishing with that particular lure?

[@MattStefanFishing]

Ill put it on my list!

[@pork_chop13]

@@MattStefanFishing of course I typed the comment before finishing the video lol

[@sonnythompson2956]

20 or so yrs. ago I tied a floating jerk on a carolina rig worked fine. Didn,t catch a thing but i tried guess now i'll try again.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Ive tried that a bunch with no success...lots of snags

[@rickhensley2251]

Wow, That is something I would have never thought of. My first thought was that the wire and blade would get caught up in the hooks . Looked and sounded good in the water. One question is only good for off color water or can it be used in clearer water also?

[@MattStefanFishing]

It works in everything but i tend to lean towards off colored because it’s so obnoxious

[@farmerjoebrown2189]

I laughed when i saw this cuz i experimented in sc with this but on a rattle trap and i was surprized at the reaction bites. Thanks for the tips

[@MattStefanFishing]

you bet!

[@Choffa09]

Thanks for the tip Matt! This tip got me thinking … I am going to try it on a guppy head w/ a 2.8 Keitech

[@MattStefanFishing]

nice!

[@stevenbeard1882]

You can buy the Lunkerhunt clip on spinners at Wal-Mart that are the same size as those.

[@MattStefanFishing]

I’ll look into those. Thanks for sharing!

[@ericgamble5742]

The bridge ford meats are quite tasty I enjoy the spicy meat sticks the best

[@MattStefanFishing]

Yes they are!

[@leepao6302]

I did that but in a micro version for crappies it’s a killer

[@MattStefanFishing]

nice!

[@tuckerpeschl5421]

Anyone know if this legal in a BASS tournament?

[@MattStefanFishing]

I would assume it is but check with tournament director first

[@jerrylanglois7892]

Matt, thanks so much for this video. As a bass freak and, of course, an inveterate lure tinkerer, I can't wait to try this !

[@MattStefanFishing]

Let me know what you think

[@waynesammyswingle6107]

I am headed up to Clayton tonight to do some fishing and check out the Bass Open. I will build a couple of these before I go just to check them out. Love the idea. Back in the 80's I took a jointed floating Rapala, took the back half off and with a couple split rings was able to add a Worm hook and a Mann's Jelly Worm (we didn't have the selection of plastics that we have today). If I needed to throw it ini heavy cover I took the remaining treble hook off and went with only the worm hook and still had pretty good success with hook ups. The movement of the Rapala gave the worm a serious "S" motion. It was a ton of fun to fish. I think I am going to make one of those today also if I have any jointed floaters. I thought I had enough to do before I left today but no I will be busier lol, thanks.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Awesome thanks for sharing!

[@dhjhawk]

You need to design one of these, put your name on it, and cash in.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Probably should

[@averyneely3664]

Dang. Been doing that for a few years. Secret is out.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Sorry

[@kevenbeene4585]

Kool idea , ive got a ton of old spinners and tons of blank cranks so ill give it a go

[@MattStefanFishing]

Go for it!

[@Whitehalo117]

This makes the crankbait weedless right?

[@MattStefanFishing]

Nope

[@Whitehalo117]

@@MattStefanFishing I know I was kidding

[@MattStefanFishing]

@@Whitehalo117 i thought you might be

[@FutureBassmaster4469]

Id like to see it on a Manns baby-1 I throw 1 year round

[@MattStefanFishing]

Give it a try!

[@tngreenevfl2022]

For sure they’ve never seen that in my area this is awesome

[@MattStefanFishing]

Give it a try!

[@learningtofish7036]

This might work in algae bloom water.

[@MattStefanFishing]

It does!

[@RevelsGang]

Dude that's just innovative as hell! Nicely done!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@tywalk5011]

Cool, reminds me of a Cyclebait.

[@MattStefanFishing]

I’ll look it up

[@the_mad_swimbaiter455]

Just found this. I'm a subscriber now!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@roberts.2413]

Love this idea, thanks for sharing !

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks for watching!

[@FutureBassmaster4469]

Just subscribed thats interesting!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Awesome ! Thanks!

[@shadybanks8625]

Hmm…. That’s brilliant!!!!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Give it a try

[@jackwilliams8272]

Cool way to go nice 👍 good video thanks

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@dragonli1863]

Great! how do you think jig spinner VS spinnerbait? thanks

[@MattStefanFishing]

they each have a place

[@dragonli1863]

@@MattStefanFishing Yes, would you please speak sth about what advantages and disadvantages between them？thanks

[@beanbag9796]

Problem I see is most fish attack from below. So they would strike the blades since it's in the way. I imagine alot of fish would hit and not hook up?

[@calebz1448]

Blades above the crank wouldn't draw many strikes away from the trebles vs a spinner bait with its single hooks

[@MattStefanFishing]

Rides like a normal spinnerbait and hookups are good

[@clayfarmer2160]

✨✝️😇✝️✨

[@johncloud2851]

That is a great idea... I will do this

[@MattStefanFishing]

Sweet!

[@scottkessler9602]

Why did you give this up??!!!!

[@MattStefanFishing]

I like sharing info to help people catch more fish

[@paulowens8972]

Will the wire straighten out?

[@MattStefanFishing]

I haven’t had a problem

[@Andycarusetta]

❤ it. Matt you are the mad scientist of bass fishing Keep em coming. Thanks

[@MattStefanFishing]

Haha!

[@rvfishingyet]

That is one that I have never seen. You had me at using a Beetles Spin. Fun stuff indeed. I was thinking a 1/4 Warping with a 1/4 beetle spin arm. Keep em coming Matt!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Will do

[@kevinwill8542]

Very cool..spinnercrank

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@13thworker45]

Talk about thinking out of the box. Best creation I’ve seen in years. It will definitely be in my boat for those days. Thank you.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad you like it!

[@donaldalbert4773]

A fantastic idea. I cannot wait to try it this weekend.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Do it!

[@boomn216]

I do that with jigs and grubs

[@MattStefanFishing]

Cool idea!

[@RickBReviews]

Do you tie the line to the spinner bait wire or directly to the crankbait?

[@MattStefanFishing]

to the spinnerbait wire

[@RickBReviews]

@@MattStefanFishing Thanks for the quick reply.👍. I'll try it.

[@Grimey_Fishing]

Crankenstein is a great name! When I try this, though, I'm going to call it a Spankerbait. 😁

[@MattStefanFishing]

Haha!

[@brettmillard1092]

It's a Crank & Spin

[@bigmikefishingchonicles9950]

I am gonna try it right now

[@MattStefanFishing]

Awesome!

[@blackhillsbassing6167]

Crazy....cool tip

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@chadjackson4786]

you should post an insane creation on april 1 and see how many people get fooled

[@MattStefanFishing]

Haha! Great idea!

[@JoeGerossie]

This reminds me of Ike’s April fools video with a drop shotted topwater frog haha

[@normanrobinson7459]

I hear it lol

[@MattStefanFishing]

Obnoxiously loud

[@hieuhn99]

Wow I like it

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks

[@captinhook6568]

Cool idea

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@chuckstillwell9549]

Cool idea

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks

[@jenlvjim]

I like it

[@MattStefanFishing]

Give it a try

[@emmettfitzhume7424]

Genius…

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks

[@downtowniberville]

This gets u a follow my friend with the 🔔

[@kayakfishingforpredators9107]

Savage gear has a ready to ty on, 3-in-a-pack spinnerblade (colorado) 1 silver, 1 orange and 1 NIGHT-GLOW

[@MattStefanFishing]

I’ll check it out

[@kevinjtoner]

Oh man! Why didn’t I think of that? Because I don’t fish for a living 😄. Very, very cool Matt…….Thank you 👍🎣…….BTW, your Cubs are red hot ⚾️⚾️⚾️

[@MattStefanFishing]

On fire!

[@Nehringer1]

Now I know why I kept all of those old spinnerbaits! Have you tried turning it upside down with the spinner under the bait? I'm wondering how it would affect swimming action, and hook clearance, and if it might be a little more snagless. Definitely going to try this!

[@MattStefanFishing]

i have not. give it a try

[@buzzworth2396]

In the 90s, I would tie on a spoonbill deep diving slash bait on a Carolina rig with a 1 oz. weight. It worked a couple of times, but I finally figured out how to weight the treble hooks and apply adhesive weights on the bottom of crankbaits

[@MattStefanFishing]

Awesome

[@DigiPimp2]

I’m the type of fisherman that will try just about anything. This is definitely something I will try. I have several Spinnerbaits and Crankbaits that I’ve found anyway. 👍🏽

[@MattStefanFishing]

Give it a try!

[@Cogdellboy]

Love it !! Now I know what I can do with some of my Old spinnerbaits.. Will definitely try this ... Thanks!! Keep'em Coming !!!!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Give it a try!

[@rspencer2511]

👍

[@MattStefanFishing]

thanks for watching!

[@eagleeye9549]

Wow great idea! You know that I will have this in my arsenal from now on! Lol now I'm going to have to add another rod to the 12 I fish with. Thanks. Chuckle.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Haha!

[@kentyler966]

I do the same with a Beatle Spin and swim baits. I have underspins but no 1/8 Oz. So i cannibalize a Beatle spin with an 1/8 Oz head.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@robertcwillifordii2630]

I have been rigging the beetle spin type diy blades to my lipped and lipless cranks for several (5) years now (this vid is 6mo old atm). From my experience, you don't want to right it to a balsa crank. The clacking will absolutely tear up the back of the lure. You HAVE to use plastic cranks for this. Expect the paint finish to be worm away where it is getting hit by the blade. Using some of my old spinnerbaits is now on the list of gear mods to work on.

[@MattStefanFishing]

thanks for sharing!

[@johnlong8157]

I love this idea. I'm definitely going to give this a try. Maybe use a 2.5 squarebill

[@MattStefanFishing]

Go fo it!

[@kennethfilas7979]

Try this with a lipless and Colorado or Indiana blades and fish it over grass.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Eww I’m going to try that!

[@MrJohnB-qs6dp]

Like that modification!!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@mr.skeptical3071]

Will any crank work or must be a square bill? Also will any blades work or only willow?

[@MattStefanFishing]

Any crank and blade combo will work. Just need to figure out which blades work best with each crankbait

[@shawn_r_schultzfishing4883]

Yet another purpose for my tree found spinnerbaits! I normally keep them for parts anyway, but this is something even better! Thanks

[@MattStefanFishing]

Good idea!

[@normanham8566]

I love hearing your lure modifications! Thanks!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad you like them!

[@matthewhaas8373]

I don’t see how this couldn’t work. Great idea man.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@tonypickens5920]

Great idea!! I have done this with a belly weighted swimbait and It works really well..

[@MattStefanFishing]

Cool!

[@mikegardiner3934]

hey Matt, great concept for dingy water. i love it!! Awesome tip brother!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@rickvann3489]

F ing, GENIUS ! Hanging out with you is like going to college. 1960 knock off. But very modern take. I was just ready to think of this. You beat me to it.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Haha! Thanks!

[@rickvann3489]

@@MattStefanFishing me and you need to hook up and bs and go fishing sometime. I'll even drive up to you

[@tucowept]

This is like my idea when I put 5 zara spooks on a A-rig

[@MattStefanFishing]

Haha!

[@ivanradi4275]

Thanks for sharing, definitely will try it. I have a question kind off of topic, on the long weekend we went to fish, relatively clear water ( 5 - 10 feet ) and found out some of the fish follow the lures and suddenly stop it in front of our faces ( Largemouth and Peacock Bass ), Sunny Day, 90 F, we tried different lures, silent ones, lousy ones, natural colors, dark colors, fast moving ones, slow ones and couldn't found a pattern. Maybe is a topic of a future episode. Got tip Matt.

[@eagleeye9549]

Try making a figure 8 at the end of your reeling...

[@MattStefanFishing]

I’ll put it on the list

[@williamclark5629]

Good-looking set up watch all the videos have a good day

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@justinredden1729]

Incredible idea, thanks for sharing as always

[@MattStefanFishing]

No problem

[@paintergonefishing7933]

I done this six months ago before I saw this I guess I had a good idea

[@MattStefanFishing]

Awesome!

[@kktx4058]

Cool tip!