Flipping and Pitching Heavy Cover: Everything You Need To Know!

If you've ever wanted to catch bass in heavy cover this is the video for you! We're going to teach you everything from how to choose the right bait, colors, weights, gear, and more! We held nothing back, even giving up the tricks that took years for us to learn!
Below is a breakdown of the equipment discussed in the video.
Longer Rods Options...
G Loomis NRX 7'7" XH: bit.ly/2hedqsq
Daiwa Steez Compile X 8' Flippin: bit.ly/2unTSJW
Shimano Expride 7'11" XH: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Shorter Rod Options...
Dobyns Champion Extreme 7'4" Heavy Flip: bit.ly/2ab2kRX
Dobyns Champion 7'3" H: bit.ly/2abq8nl
Shimano Expride 7'3" XH: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reels for Flipping...
High End- Metanium MGL XG: bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Mid Range- Curado K (Pre-Order): bit.ly/2tHewEh
Price Point- Casitas 150: bit.ly/2geKxsp
Baits For Flippin...
Jackall Archelon: bit.ly/2uo4sN5
Sweet Beaver: bit.ly/29W3RZW
Rage Bug: bit.ly/2aAsuiV
Rage Craw: bit.ly/2uoqsLJ
Line, Hooks, Weights, Etc...
Sufix 832 Green 65 lb: bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Power Pro MaxCuatro 80 lb: bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Dirty Jigs No-Jack Punchin' Jig: bit.ly/2cB4j2F
Dirty Jigs Punch Skirt: bit.ly/2cZ02bt
Strike King Tour GradeTungsten Weight: bit.ly/2bo4NZf
River2Sea Trash Bomb Weights: bit.ly/2bHj2pB
6th Sense Peg X Stoppers: bit.ly/2bHjowk
Gamakatsu EWG Superline Hook: bit.ly/2ac92XG
Gamakatsu Super Heavy Cover Flippin' Hook: bit.ly/2cN8d7v
Owner Twist Lock Open Gap Hook: bit.ly/2cYZ3rM
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[@hematoma-6428]

Absolutely the most informative channel on youtube for learning how to fishing, hands down.

[@eugeneharris3073]

Hey Matt and Tim. I just wanted to say THANK YOU! I caught my first monster bass yesterday. Pitching in real hvy pads. I knew the bite,the hookset, and how to land it and I owe it all to your videos. Thanks again and keep with AWESOME videos!

[@kevinvue8159]

The moment I saw the video, I saw it was 30 minutes long, and I knew it was gonna be another good one. Loved it, Learned a lot.

[@tacticalbassin]

Yeah buddy!!

[@loutremer724]

This is, without a doubt, my favorite technique explication of yours. Lots of great tips that are not so intuitive but make sense that I didn't know about. The more and more I get into bass fishing, the more I enjoy TacticalBassin's videos.

[@jasonbruno3483]

I can listen and watch you guys for hours on end... you make us feel like we are just one of your buddies along for a ride. Good thing you guys decided to do this... anglers all around the world are better because of you two!!!

[@SG.Angler.Chrislim]

Cool stuff on Flipping and Pitching Heavy Cover Great hope to see more of this type of Video , keep it up

[@userjasker76]

This is jedi bass fishing training! Thanks guys. I've been wanting to get into flipping and pitching and didn't really know where to start. I'm officially a tactical bassinet padawan 👍

[@1ChrisGates]

The best fishing channel on youtube period. These guys are chill and the real deal.

[@NguyeningOutdoors]

Just picked up a Dobyns Champion Extreme 795 on Offer Up. Got a killer deal, can't wait to use your advice while using this rod. Gonna be great!

[@johnkent9019]

Another awesome video Matt & Tim. Thanks a bunch!

[@michaelc618]

Hands down best informative /entertaining fishing channel on KZbin. I've fished through out my life but I honestly really got into fishing this year. man the knowledge you have given me is incredible. I use to come home without a catch and now I'm pulling at least 1-5 fish from the shore all because of the information I got from you guys. Keep it up and thank you for the high quality videos/info you guys put out

[@tacticalbassin]

We're happy to do it! So glad to hear its helping

[@urbanbassslayers]

Always on point. I know what spot your at, I lost a 10+ on a bed below that bridge. Priceless information right here! I needed a stouter rod!

[@12thFan23]

As usual guys good stuff. Matt you have made me feel more comfortable and confident trying the punching technique. Thanks again guys.

[@hotkey180]

THANK YOU GUYS for your time and as a Australia fisherman flipping and Pitching is working on the Murray cod here. I've just come across your channel you have made my day putting or the gear you use up on your channel. It's a big thing for me we don't have this stuff the way you fish for bass is working for the cod here to! it's so old school here for cod fishing I'm am trying to change the way I fish for Murray cod. They are a big fish you would love them have a look for them or go to my channel lol thanks again tight line and remember to keep fishing fun.

[@christopherpettersen2359]

Great video and information. Thank you greatly fot the time , effort and information that goes into these videos. I've learned so much from you guys.

[@reellifebassfishingalexrey1330]

u overall are one of the best "youtube teachers" i swear lol, sooo detailed and informative, i also appreciate that u always post links for anything u talk about

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks so much!!

[@hogwailingforbasswithpaulf727]

After. Watching your videos I’ve started catching flippin fish last week and my first punching fish a couple days ago. Great videos.

[@JakeNallia]

Great video! I picked up some great tips from this one. I appreciate you guys!

[@troyvanorman8657]

Just want to say, I have moved to a lake and been getting back into fishing, I have already purchased 3 of your rod recommendations, 2 of them from the 200 dollar video last Christmas. I just wanted to say I love the effort you put into your videos, you love what you do and you share your knowledge with a passion. Thanks for taking the time to give that to your viewers. I just received some lures from tacklewarehouse that you guys recommended as well!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Troy! We're so glad to hear the information is helping!

[@OrilliaFishing]

Another awesome in-depth video. Thanks Gus!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@ata1421]

When it comes to recommendation, I still watching old videos when you were here in CA, So I know exactly what I need to use in south. Thanks

[@RockyTopSplash]

I watch every video.. have for quite some time. This is by far the best video you guys have done in a while.. every part of info is spot on with what I have success with in the past.. Having Tim fish in the background is great idea ! It kinda gives a 2 for 1 effect.. look forward to watching to watching more.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@miltonrust6396]

Great video guys…One of the best I've seen for Tackle and Gear information…keep it up and I hope you can make it to Central MN Lakes country and make a video.

[@J.R.Bowlsby]

I love this! Thanks for posting!

[@davidshellhaas1730]

Great video!! Thanks guys for the info!

[@gasmetalarcwelding]

After watching a few of your flipping/punching vids, I bought a St. Croix Premier 7'2" Heavy and paired it with a SLX 151HG and now it's my favorite combo.

[@murphroberts4891]

I used a Bruin 7'6" retractable handle flipping Stick and a Shimano model 10 levelwind reel. I used it for Flipping.

[@nathanread8000]

Another great video. Thanks guys.

[@bradbraddy3020]

Good info guys. Thanks for the update.

[@ACDCRD]

Wow Matt, this video was so amazing and informative.. So much so that I think this is my new favorite tacticalbassin video.. Punching looks so fun and intense, can't wait to start doing it. Thanks for having such an amazing channel and helping us learn to be better anglers.. -Ronnie

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks for the support, Ronnie!

[@paulvang1924]

You guys are awesome! Taught me so many new things I never thought I'd try lol. Keep the vids coming!

[@tacticalbassin]

Will do! Thanks for watching!

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Awesome video as always!

[@clarkhess122]

Love the fishing and talking style. The fish catch made me smile haha

[@TimK4343]

Love your channel guys! I am growing tired of all the other you tubers turning their fishing channels into reality tv drama. Keep up the good work.

[@basketballbaby9191]

Love the vid man thanks for the tips

[@MajorFrenchy]

Thank you for all that useful info and hopefully it will make my fishing much better.

[@Xzanthos]

This video was awesome. I watch a lot of videos here and I've never seen any where there's another guy at the front of the boat fishing. I thought that was a great addition. I hope you guys do this again!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Jon! We're always trying to improve :-)

[@a_dam10]

Great video... Going to be trying my hand at punching in the next week, so trying to brush up on my knowledge...

[@caderudiger4038]

Great video, watched the entire thing and learned a ton!

[@tacticalbassin]

Awesome!

[@paulxtroy]

Great vids! Keep them coming! Have a few suggestions. I noticed yall never made an in depth video about belly boat fishing. Me personally I do a lot of that living in Korea. Don't know if yall own any or not but would be a sweet video of yall catching some bass in tight cover when boats can't get into. Another thing is I noticed a lot of people in Korea use a lot of bfs rods and reels. Was wondering if theres any real difference or any other benefits from using a casting Light rod over a spinning Light rod.

[@showstopper7881]

Lots of great info! Thanks

[@Connor-tj4yt]

I been thinking about getting into this style of fishing and this video just helped me A LOT thank you guys for the great advice!!

[@tacticalbassin]

You're welcome!

[@jimhartman1273]

Love this style video, Tim in the back ground catching fish as you explain the process. Either way one of you fishing the technique with one of you teaching is awesome stuff. This is something I have not really tried all that much, I see and fish more lay downs and submerged trees than thick matted grass or weeds, but I feel the gear and techniques would be very similar. Thanks again for the videos. Keep them coming.

[@tacticalbassin]

Its the exact same gear. Thanks so much for giving us feedback Jim!

[@isaacecheverria2017]

Dang man... soo much good content right here! And unlike flukemaster you aren't biased to your sponsors

[@treeman5648]

Isaac Echeverria flukemaster trash lowkey

[@larrystolzman3231]

Awesome video! Thanks

[@MarkNJBass]

Great video guys....loaded with awesome information....thanks or sharing! Mark

[@tacticalbassin]

We're happy to do it!

[@OldLadyAngler]

Awesome video guys! Great info.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@xxcaseyxxc]

Another fantastic informative video, keep it up brothers.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@fishsnatcherstv6292]

Important to be quiet, he says! 😂 You guys are hilarious when you fish with each other! This is a great informational video!! You guys are quickly becoming one of my top 3 go-to resources for finding out new information about bass fishing. Thank you for taking the time to put all this great info out there. I actually caught 4 bass walking a rapala X-pop at my heavily pressured home lake the other day. No one else was catching any bass, even finesse fishing. Had I not seen your video on poppers, I would have never even considered trying that. I will definitely be looking into different hook styles and some of the other tips from this video. Keep up the great work and again, thanks for everything you guys do!!

[@tacticalbassin]

Ha! Thanks for supporting us!!

[@douglasenzor48]

Not enough good things that can b said about how great you guys are & this channel really is.best of luck to u both

[@fishgonewildbptwerkstar2879]

Absolutely love this channel Matt your awesome how you run this thing.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud! Tim and I work really hard to keep it moving forward :-)

[@robertwagner4375]

Good info on Rod weight. I punch A LOT on the D and I definitely feel it at the end of the day. I'll look into something lighter weight. Thanks for the info .

[@pardavis1019]

Thank you guys so much for these great videos! I can honestly say that I am a better fisherman today because of these detailed videos that you work hard to create.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud! We're happy to hear its helping!

[@davidwright5947]

Great vid, very informative as always!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks David!

[@lunkerkid2955]

Great tutorial and such helpful information! The guys at Tactical Bassin are great at concise and important information

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@christoabbe]

THANK YOU GUYS!!!!

[@jeepslivin]

entry level rods you cant wrong with=berkley lightning shock series.... really like your tactical (technical) approach. keep up the good work!

[@Peanutbreese2001]

Awsome video keep it up. Love the in depth videos

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Shane!

[@brandonpowelson8329]

Y'all need to do this kind of video again. Very cool perspective with Tim fishing

[@bigfah2506]

I've been using my Cronos for frogs and flippin pitchin, little punching and I think it works fine. Paired it with a Tatula SV 8:1:1. Like the set-up, a little heavy on the heavy side. Love the videos, keep at em!!!

[@joeschranz4525]

Hey on your tatula sv what size line do you have on it and how have you liked the tatula for your pitching needs.

[@bigfah2506]

@@joeschranz4525 I really like flouro 18-20, but if I am in thick grass or lilly pads then it's 50-65 lb braid. If you use braid make sure you use backing material or it can slip. Hope this helps!

[@johnoortman9254]

Great vid guys. Good info. I've git a great new respect for y'all. The difference is that I never knew how/why TB started. Love the fact that it was because of the high end misinformation factor. Way to go guys.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you John!

[@jpbarnes1]

70k...I think the word is FINALLY getting out. 100k right around the corner. Hands down the most informative fishing channel on youtube. When that 100k hits I expect another video with some cool jams and you guys boat flippin some more 8 pounders. later

[@tacticalbassin]

Yeah buddy!! Thanks!

[@707mrb]

Great info. Very nice video guys. Matt, I'm glad you mentioned using the EWG style hooks for Punchin. I have been trying to "make" myself like the straight shank hooks, but man, I have never lost so many fish....ever. I'm sure I will find a place for them, but I will keep using my Owner Rig N and Wide Gap + also.

[@tacticalbassin]

Yeah buddy!!

[@drumandball]

Great video!

[@AdamWoodhouse]

I picked up a used Shimano Zodias 7'2" heavy rod a couple years ago for 1/2 price of new and it was in mint shape. What a great deal! I use it for punching and it's been a great rod. I mention it because I find it to be very good quality and a middle-of-the-road price point.

[@tacticalbassin]

Awesome! Thanks for letting us know, that's a great rod!

[@Twangtown7]

Always good stuff. Best fishing channel on KZbin.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@mtgs_calcifer]

100% agree with Matt about rod weight being a major positive with flipping/punching and even frogging due to the constant twitch to keep the frog moving. I'd recommend for a good budget is the Dobyns Sierra and the Dobyns Sierra Micro guide 705 for shorter people like myself or the 735...great lightweight rod with tons of power! Just pulled out a 8lber through the grass while froggin and rod handled it like a dream!

[@leojeidy1143]

I wouldn't recommend micro guides for fishing slop. I had several times when they filled up with grass and would literally bind up the line. Need at least a medium size guide.

[@Roboworm99]

Great in depth piece.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Ray!

[@kaluevue]

I got my 916C for originally swimbaits. Now also using it as a flippin stick & froggin. Like you guys said, only have a mid range reel on it. BB2pro. Fish all day on a lighter set up is a must have, I love it.

[@tacticalbassin]

Awesome!

[@colecoonrod5763]

thanks fort the greatvideo

[@andrewwolf4963]

The Expride is 299.99 but a good budget option right now is the Shimano Curado 8ft XH that is on sale for 99.99!!! Doubles as a big Swimbait road as it’s rated for 1-5oz

[@randallpreston7651]

Great vid. In the links that you posted, you covered long and short rods. But you didn't link expensive to cheap. I was curious as to your opinions on the mid and lower price rods.

[@FilipinoBMW]

What is your opinion on punching rods with a more moderate/parabolic bend with the belief that it will keep the fish pinned better against the surface of the mats as you try to winch them out, or go in after them? I am told that traditionally, dedicated flipping and pitching sticks have the fast to extra fast tapers, therefore they tend to rip baits out of the fish's mouth when punching mats. Side note: I was the guy in the small aluminum boat who messaged you guys a few weeks back as it was my first time on Clear Lake but the weather was in the 100+ degrees with hardly any breeze. Was able to find some schooling fish on my second to last day in deeper water and took advantage of an evening frog bite. You two are so lucky to have Clear Lake to fish day in and day out. I'd fish there again in 100+ degrees as long as I have an IV line hooked up to my arm and 3 liters of fluid on tap.

[@GMZee559]

All great great info mymind is blown away Subbed

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks so much!!

[@hunterkelley4137]

Thank you so much for this

[@xlxDirtyxlx1]

I like Tim fishing the style your talking about in the video, you should do more like this.

[@kevinrosson4755]

I like the explanation and demonstration going on at the same time.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Kevin!

[@kevinsmith4789]

Best fishing channel on KZbin, period.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@lexm0]

Oh my god...Ive always fully buried my hookpoints in my baits, whether its a beaver, craw, worm, minnow, etc. Ive always had less snags and more fish caught. Just give a lil more umpf on the hookset and you're golden.

[@dirty4595]

thanks for the info best videos on KZbin by far

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you!!

[@Outdoor_Jack]

This all makes sense my biggest problem with punching and flipping heavy cover is I'll get a bite set the hook super hard but I'm just not able to get that fish out, I'm a bank angler so it is not easy to get fish out of heavy cover when you're flipping I use a favorite pro series 7 ft 6 in heavy powered rod 65 lb test p line xtcb braid it's still hard to get fish out of heavy cover once to get you in that stuff even light pads you got to get them out quick

[@danielwalker5985]

Awesome video 👍👍

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@garywest2250]

matt is THE BEST on youtube. my god.

[@huntersmith5251]

Always appreciate the economical but also no BS approach to fishing

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Hunter!

[@justin5345]

Always great information on your videos . I currently don’t have a frog or pitching rod . Do you think I could go with the Dobyns fury 7’3 heavy rod as a dual purpose rod for those Techniques?

[@urinetrouble3661]

Thanks for the lessons! Continue to learn a ton from you guys! Is it worth it to start punching during the pre-spawn or is this just a hot weather summer thing? How about winter too, on the Delta?

[@RockyTopSplash]

Cant believe I just watch an entire 35 min video and I wanted more ! Thanks for the time spent making this video guys, I understand your struggles on trying to make good quality.. could you guys give a quick glance at the camera setup and what editing software you guys use.. top to bottom your quality is in my opinion flawless..

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks so much Bud! If I'm not mistaken this was shot with a GH5 and editted in Final Cut

[@DeltaBassBuster]

Awesome guys!!! Another fun lunch break for me. :-P

[@snakeclips]

Stops a video mid stream to help his buddy sling a fish, atta-boy Matt! I shake your hand sir! Lol

[@FLAGATOR49]

Great vids guys I really love the fact you are trying to help us out and responding to our questions. You should open a fishing consulting service! Would you go with the expride 7'11 XH over a champion extreme 795 or 805?

[@tacticalbassin]

We actually do offer that service through our website LOL! But back to your question, there is a huge difference between those rods. I still love a lot of dobyns rods but for heavy flipping that Expride is in a league of its own and has actually made flipping more enjoyable for me. -Matt

[@mattwolder9148]

Matt! I have always used a widegap ewg for punching my local pond and now I feel normal using that style of hook instead of a straight shank😅. Great video as always.

[@tacticalbassin]

You're ahead of the curve!

[@thetopwaterking2420]

How do these guys only have 69k you guys should have a lot more I would rather watch this over any googan video great video Matt I love flipping trees and grass

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!!

[@kushcrumbleshatter]

MR. top water king alot of people say this myself included but it's because the googans have a shit load of little kids subbed to them and they all have Favorite gear lol

[@TomBrown1018]

3 years later and they got over 400k.. They deserve a million subs

[@adamd.1892]

Crazy to me that you guys only have 72k subscribers... As usual great info! Keep it up guys!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Adam!

[@tommcmurtry1206]

Matt have you had a chance to check out the Nu Tech Jig's and jig head's ? I would sure like to here what you think about their new head design. Thanks, Tom

[@bertmiranda8103]

Cant wait to try the Archolon.

[@austinnation823]

Talk about the scary part when the 1 1/2 tungsten flys back at 100mph lol

[@joebuck574]

Seriously tho lmfao

[@jasminem9059]

If you keep your rod tip pointed at the hung up bait while pulling, when it comes free that will not happen...

[@Brandon-ln5hr]

I choose hooks according to bait, even when flipping and pitching. For instance, I’ll run a flipping hook (straight shank) on beaver style baits. On baits like the rage craw, with the slimmer profiles, I’ll run a gamakatsu wide gap hook.

[@S1nc3r3T34rz]

Best channel ever. Wish I can get some swag hat or even stickers in Canada... Sigh.... You guys inspire me so much

[@AdamWoodhouse]

I'm in Canada too and all we have is stuff with maple leafs on it. :( :)

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you Larry! You can, email us at [e-mail] and we'll get you all the details on ordering hats, sunshirts, and hoodies.

[@hammerrough4204]

Well done Matt. Oh hey be quiet when Tim is fishing lol. Good work, keep it up! Very in depth!

[@tacticalbassin]

Ha!!!

[@TheOky777]

Love you videos ! Do you guys every use flipping tubes ?

[@californiaatvclub5838]

Very helpful video thanks forgive us all the information