Jerkbait Tricks For Early Fall Bass Fishing! (Beginner To Advanced)

Jerkbaits Catch Bass!! If you don't throw a jerkbait during the early Fall, you're missing some really fun fishing! Today we're on the water catching big smallmouth on Jerkbaits but in between catches Matt teaches the exact technique, how to use color to fine tune the pattern, and some other key tips. Whether you're a jerkbait beginner or a guy who throws them every day, you're going to enjoy the information in this video!
Today Matt and CC used a Megabass Vision 110 and a Vision 110 Jr to dial in a jerkbait pattern along a windblown shoreline. The fish were staging on a shallow break to ambush baitfish and these baits were more than the fish could resist. In the beginning the fish were slapping at the baits but Matt began playing with colors and found the color "Elegy Bone" made all the difference. The duo went from short strikes and skin hooks to bass fully committing and t-boning the baits!
The jerkbait should be a part of your arsenal as water temperatures drop this Fall. Below you'll find links to all the baits in the video as well as a couple of our other favorite jerkbaits. We've also included the rod and reel combos we were using, along with a budget alternative. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
TODAY'S JERKBAITS...
-Megabass Vision 110:
Natural Colors: Matte Shad, Matte Pro Blue
Bold Colors: Elegy Bone, Matte Skeleton Shad
-Megabass Vision 110 Jr: bit.ly/2OeAFBf
Colors: GP Pro Blue 2, Elegy Bone, Matte Shad
OTHER GREAT JERKBAITS...
-Megabass Vision 110 +1: bit.ly/2iGYOCX
Colors: Elegy Bone, GP Pro Blue, Matte Shad
-Jackall Rerange 110: bit.ly/2ge0qED
Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, Silver Shad, Hollow Minnow
-Rapala Shadow Rap Deep: bit.ly/3aerPi6
Colors: Clown, Elite Blue, Ghost Shiner
JERKBAIT STORAGE...
-Plano EDGE 3700 THIN Box: bit.ly/2VX5eAL
JERKBAIT HOOK/SPLIT RING UPGRADES...
Split Ring Replacement- Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): bit.ly/2v8ArBX
110 Replacement Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble (Size 5): bit.ly/2dWWAut
110 Junior Replacement Hook- Gamakatsu 1X Black (Size 8): bit.ly/3oSXVXp
MATT'S JERKBAIT COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): bit.ly/2fdX1Uy
Line- Sunline 10 lb Fluorocarbon: bit.ly/2h4LNjm
CC'S JERKBAIT COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Expride 6'6" Medium: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL: bit.ly/2apmDJt
Line- Sunline 10 lb Super FC: bit.ly/2p7fxju
BUDGET JERKBAIT COMBO...
Rod- Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: bit.ly/2mGp1Vc
Reel- Shimano SLX MGL 70: bit.ly/3gIUCgJ
Line- Sunline 12 lb Fluorocarbon: bit.ly/2h4LNjm
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Major Equipment We Use Daily...
Trolling Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex 112: bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics- Humminbird Solix 15: bit.ly/35HuPRY
Anchors- Minn Kota Talons: bit.ly/2F0QBSP
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Camera- GoPro Hero 9: bit.ly/2KQ0VEI
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[@trevorfernandez6872]

20:17 Listen to what he is saying. Sip your coffee and replay the last 5 minutes. This WILL up your jerkbait game. Always dropping game Matt 🤟🏽

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Trevor!

[@trevorfernandez6872]

@@tacticalbassin Thank you for feeding my hunger. Have a great day!

[@scottturner3762]

@@tacticalbassin if you haven't tried the Curado 70 MGL, it's amazing! My buddy with unlimited budget, said it his favorite flipping reel up to 3/4 oz. Hopefully y'all can review that reel soon

[@urban_legendO-H]

Wednesday routine: wake up check bank account to make sure I got paid from work then check KZbin to watch a TB video on my way to work. Let’s goooo!!!! Favorite KZbin channel.

[@TearItUpFixItTV]

😂😂😂😂 FACTZ!!

[@TearItUpFixItTV]

@@TheMichiganFisherman 😂😂😂 you too?! Man my wife hates TB and the KBF guy!!! Whatever they recommend usually ends up getting ordered and shipped to my house somehow 😂😂😂 Thanks for the sub man. When I figure out this go pro and my computer I’ll have more videos. Ima check you out right now Brotha 🦾🦾

[@lilbeckham9]

Subtle I have a job brag haha

[@TheMichiganFisherman]

@@TearItUpFixItTV Awesome! Thanks, bud! 👊🤨🎣

[@clarenceboone2972]

We got the same routine

[@DavidMccallister65]

Gotta throw the 110 jr. On a spinning rod. You can cast so much further, especially into the wind with no backlash and you have the braid to leader and the better drag to keep them pinned. 😉

[@bassfearme1094]

What line do u use

[@DavidMccallister65]

@@bassfearme1094 15lb Smackdown braid with at least a 10ft leader of either 10 or 12lb fluorocarbon.

[@phatpakbaits]

@@Sum1Fishy So you’re using entirely floating line for these

[@ElliottGFishing]

Gotta love when CC gets out there and crushes. Power Angling Couple 🤘

[@immortal3813]

Love CC's fishing footwear!

[@gerlor9425]

LOL! Seems like both of them dont loke to wear shoes.

[@Milehighsnake98]

@17:16 the fish was thinking "I'm lookin fer sum dem deep fried minners, mmmhm!"

[@Iconcollisionsvs]

You are a really good fisherman but you are even better at catching a great woman. What a great video with you and Cici. I’m from Memphis. Welcome to the South. So glad Ya’ll moved down here.

[@riclindsey329]

Some of my best fishing memories are from my early teenage years fishing the ponds in KY,,they all were over grown with cattails and my only lure was a 3.5" jerk bait In the bluegill pattern,,I literally caught thousands of Large mouth bass on that one lure,,I came close to drowning on several occasions going after my only lure hung in the cattails,,here it is 44 years later and I still have that lure in my tackle box, although I won't throw it again out of fear of loosing it....Thanks for the memories Matt.,

[@hamptonsmithfishing]

For those of you who cannot afford a Shimano Expride, or cannot get your hands on one… the Phenix Feather 6’9” MH extra fast is an excellent jerk bait rod at a very reasonable price point. My confidence in a jerk bait changed forever after I bought that rod.

[@eltwan99]

Honest to god Matt explains and breaks everything down and makes it so easy to understand. Thank you sir keep it up!

[@AniYehudi]

Agreed. I love it when Matt does the videos!

[@MikesFishingAdventures]

I threw 110 jr all year long. From Castaic to Shasta. I had the best day fishing 110+1 Jr when water temp was 81 windy condition. Make a parallel cast along steep wall that fish have a direct path to deeper water. Slammed!!!

[@tylerwalstrom6631]

Just a subtle flex of the $200ish dollars worth of 110's, love the videos keep up the good work!

[@pittsburghangler]

Only 200$? Closer to 350 ide say !

[@tylerwalstrom6631]

@@pittsburghangler I didn't want to do an actual count so it was definitely a rough estimate but I could see them all coming out to be $350!

[@JPBASSIN301]

Try fulks custom cranks he custom paints the 110 blanks 12 bucks each n I crush them on y Them

[@OurShakespeare]

Love this channel, and great tips all around. But I laugh when I look up the recommended tackle--I just can't swing $30 per lure, and a $100 rod isn't a "budget" rod in my world. I'm lucky to be fishing from a jon boat with some Ugly Stik GX2s. I'm happy for you rich folks, though--tight lines!

[@rezoutdoors]

Thanks for always updating your techniques and tactics Matt. Helped me catch a lot more bass so far this year and of course bigger ones ✊🏾

[@nelsonchiro]

Only thing better than watching Matt & Tim is watching Matt & CC!

[@willperryman4559]

Matt, you are such an extraordinary teacher, and after watching TB for 5 years, I continue to pick up such simple dynamics and knowledge ✊all while also being just like a smallie about buying new baits,rods,reels😜😂😂😂 I relate better to Tennessee and happy for your family’s success.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you so much Will!

[@tweezeburger]

Jerkbait tied on every single day! Big time confidence bait.

[@WildBillHabiki]

Some of my best fish (I bank fish mostly) last year came in Sept-Oct on the Lucky Craft Pointer 100 in Crack Black (can't even find them any more) and T-Rock. T-Rock is a wild pink and chartreuse pattern

[@Mr.Yonkerson]

Started using your advice on jerkbait and got two pretty decent largemouth in less than a half hour when no one around me even got a bite. My technique is far from perfect but ya'lls videos have helped me immensely with hooking up fish!

[@tyc.8148]

I’ve caught fish on every lure I can think of and still to this day my jerk bait game is no where near as on point as yours bro keep it coming we love these tips my man 💪🏼🔥💯

[@yannickverrette9587]

I would have think that you may want use a spinning combo for a Jerkbait to optimize casting distance?

[@aquaticnut86]

The jerkbait bite is my favorite! So addicting in clear water!

[@bradleycook7713]

Always appreciate the detailed pointers Matt. My jerkbait game is far from strong. Can't wait to hit the water and test some of these pointers out.

[@adamcaldwell553]

I love my Megabass Destroyer Evoluzion Shamrock rod paired with the Abu Garcia Revo MGX baitcasting reel. It's got a medium power with a regular taper. Super light and sensative with more than enough power to set the hooks and get fish in the net. It's an insanely expensive combo but it will throw 1/4oz. to 5/8oz. Jerkbait's with equal enthusiasm.

[@Tbowie13]

😆...I've finally found a bait that I have more than Matt Allen! Just counted last Sunday and I got 78 110's or variations of..Jr's Silents +1's and +2's. That is my bread and butter, and because my home lake has a bunch of "Richie riches" that don't want vegetation, I can fish em year round.

[@tacticalbassin]

Ha! You might have won... but you messed up when you said 110 variations. We might need a recount on this end 😂

[@GODS_OUTLAW]

Love watching these on my way home for work! Great way to start the morning

[@aleckrug1554]

Idk whats with all these people watching videos while driving to and from work. Cant you people just be normal and smoke bud on the way to and from work.

[@r3ynolds_ow581]

Your guys' videos are my dose of fishing when I can't. I fish for bass all day and watch you guys fish at night. The internet is such a cool place. LOL!

[@shred5]

The St Croix 6'8" Mojo Bass "Topwater" M/XF rod is the perfect action for jerkbaits for anyone on somewhat of a budget. It bends all the way through but not a lot in the tip so you can work the bait and feel the bites on the twitch. Perfect length too for us kayakers.

[@walkeronegaming]

does yours say topwater on it? i have the same one and it says jerkbait. i got the 6'8 since i'm usually in a yak or on the bank. i also love it for lighter texas rigs and worms! didn't use it a lot at first but it's probably my 2nd favorite rod right now

[@shred5]

​@@walkeronegaming The topwater is M/XF and the jerkbait is M/F. They are the same length. The jerkbait is like a medium plus in power with a soft tip, and the topwater has less tip and a stiffer tip, but is a true medium in what you'd expect from most medium power spinning rods. My youngest son has the plastics rod which is the 7'1" version of the jerkbait rod and they generally work for the same thing but I prefer the topwater for lighter lures like poppers and the plastics rod for plastics. Jerkbaits is a fairly tough call, both are stiffer rods than what many use etc.

[@walkeronegaming]

@@shred5 ha, coulda sworn i had a xf, dude in the store even talked about it but i guess both models were next to each other and i grabbed the other one. knowing this i think i'm still good with my choice. thanks!

[@shred5]

​@@walkeronegaming You wouldn't be the first to fail to see the difference between them. They are fairly close overall.

[@rafabonati7757]

I tried a jerkbait for the first time this summer on Lake Champlain and caught a smallmouth. Just purchased my second jerkbait. It’s fun to use. I also like hearing that it takes a technical skill to fish them correctly. Rafa

[@codyseale]

That's the video I've been waiting on! I've recently gotten back into fishing and for some reason, the jerkbait is 1 lure that I want to catch fish on so bad. I love the real time brainstorming and what's going into the decisions your making and why you're leaning one way out the other, and then to see the payoff from it. Thanks for showing the proper technique and what kind of conditions to be looking for when fishing certain baits. GREAT VIDEO!!

[@trevorfernandez6872]

I agree with you, seeing it go down like that and paying off. He started getting two hooks in every fish after the switch up. It's the little details like that, that will increase your catching. ✌🏽

[@kimsatterfield2749]

Matt it is always good to see you and cici fish together blessed to have a day on the water with your wife

[@charlesdewsbury8484]

Its great seeing you and the family out on the water. Enjoy the educational and family videos.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Charles!

[@wilmerpruitt6324]

Truly appreciate this kind of video. Teaching, explaining, demonstrating methods. Thanks for sharing

[@shawnanderson8180]

The double at 10:15 brought back good memories.....

[@zimbabweangaming6282]

I have much success by swimming jerkbaits on a steady retrieve. Lesson: try out random stuff, some of it works.

[@BobbyLunsford83]

St Croix Victory 6’8” xtra fast rod is a great all around jerkbait rod.

[@shelbyz88]

Great instruction at 21:00

[@joshwagner8468]

I fish with a jerkbait and catch them all day on the googan squad scout. Jekbait fishing is so much fun. Thanks for the video. Drinking my coffee enjoying the bass catching early in morning

[@kenmccarthyfishing]

🎊🎉🎊🎉 CONGRATULATIONS ON HITTING 450 k ,I absolutely love this channel 🔥🔥👊👍

[@shadygraves]

The problem could be your line. If you're using fluoro, try mono. That extra stretch should help. If you're using mono, try it on a glass rod. The problem isn't the lure; they're biting it.

[@fishingrelaunched4864]

Great pointers!. Jerkbait are a lot of fun catching pike and smallies. I like to have one rod set up with action lures and another set up with soft plastics to suit they're mood.

[@AniYehudi]

Matt, your videos are the best. I wish we saw more of YOU on this channel. 🤙

[@1MrVillain]

This is the best video in a while Matt. So informative! I know this is going to help me with my jerk bait technique!

[@waynemaranduik2138]

Can you guys start showing your electronics when you are not fishing the shallows with top waters? Would like to see the ledges, drop offs, structure you and Tim are fishing in your videos. I think that would be great information for your followers. Come up to Ontario Canada for some Bass!! :)

[@CanadianBasserman]

Love jerkbait fishing! My favorite is the Jackall Rerange!!

[@tacticalbassin]

Such a great bait!

[@Mr.Joe86]

Thank you for the help I tried this morning and it worked I only caught one Smallmouth about 2 and half pounds but its my biggest and only second Smallmouth and first bass on a jerkbait I will continue to practice and get better using it thanks again.

[@NorthWoodsWes]

We ain't just bassin, we tactical bassin baby!! Let's Go!!

[@Tbowie13]

Man that would get expensive if everytime I bought an Aldebaren and Megabass Jerkbait special or 110 stick, I had to get my wife one too...lol.

[@tacticalbassin]

That is a REAL problem. Every rod you want you have to decide if its worth twice as much 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@BasslivesmatterLLC]

Matt's DC comics villain laugh always mean something exciting is happening. Great vid Matt aka MadMatt that's your Villain name

[@19empire85]

Not only does she fish, but she can net her own fish and then yours too, and even pick out her own backlash! lol you're a lucky man!!😆👍

[@clarenceboone2972]

My favorite Lure

[@billywannamaker814]

Thank you guys for the tips

[@BenMorton84]

Other then flipping the jerk bait is my favorite presentation. I fish it year round

[@BenMorton84]

And you guys taught me how to use it lol

[@robertdiehl1281]

Wow what a day on the water with your wife dude. Good fishing. Working the changes. She has great hook sets. Great video.

[@jeremylowery3809]

I really enjoyed this video. Would love to see more adjustment videos like this on any baits or changing conditions

[@MountainMenMilitia]

Jerkbaits are my favorite way to catch like you said all types of bass(hybrids, smallmouth,and largemouth). I will say I often have the same problem with the bites though. I've been biding my time waiting on the jerkbait video. And yeah it's a 12 month lure. I keep one tied on all year around.

[@shaunroberts9361]

Dude you are amazing. Your knowledge of fishing blows my mind

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks man!

[@Halfstep2024]

Dude I fished a fluke the way you said to a few videos ago and finally found a small river that isn’t flooded with pressure above Cherokee lake and I had the best day I’ve EVER had by more than double! We caught 13 in 7 hours! I normally do good to catch one or two

[@Halfstep2024]

So thank you so much.. ive tried every single thing y’all talk about and it just never worked until it did.. and the payoff was worth the wait!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thats awesome man, way to go!!

[@joegrande4848]

Awesome videos brother it's good the Mrs likes fishing too that's an added benefit keep up the awesome videos. Just an opinion I think you an Tim should compete in a professional tournament Tim as your co angler you guys would kick butt for sure.

[@b.l.sfishing9162]

Literally been waiting on this one haha

[@kenmccarthyfishing]

❤️❤️I absolutely love seeing yourself and your bride fishing together and SMASHING THEM 🔥🔥🔥

[@kevinoreilly2504]

Cici caught the cutest Smallie I've ever seen! That was an awesome trip huh? Wow!

[@joelnordrum2194]

Thanks so much for the info veery useful!!!!!!!!!!

[@dna-atx4529]

Great video, very helpful information…. Thanks for your work in this. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@MrAkimboProductions]

thanks for the tip got my first jerk bait bass today on my googan scout. was a great feeling the bite sucks recently... just ordered some lucky craft ones to try!

[@texoutdoors]

I have learned to love jerkbaits! ✊🏽

[@josephacker5716]

Are these best thrown on mono or flouro line? If so what brand? I have yet to find a good brand of mono. When would you recommend down sizing jerkbaits and when to use plastic jerk baits? What colors as well? I have had mediocre to fair success on white.

[@shadygraves]

I prefer mono on most all treble hook lures. That little bit of stretch is more forgiving. I also downsize when the bite is tough or when the baitfish are smaller, like fry, gambusia minnows, or young shad. Lastly, I go to plastic (Zoom Super Fluke) when I need my lure to be weedless. As far as color, believe it or not, clown has always been my best hard jerkbait color. For soft baits, I like pearl white first (I live on the shad-filled Coosa River), albino, watermelon magic, and mardi gras.

[@Jayslayz_]

You guys need a fall bait rod selection, which rod budget and non for fall baits, love the content keep it up!

[@ewwee2k]

Thank you for the video! Always good info. Because you guys are always fishing around the country, could you please identify the state you’re fishing in each of your videos. If not in the video itself, in the already informative descriptions. Thank you.

[@sling5257]

Good stuff Matt

[@outpostjared7835]

the pearl w/ yellow belly you held uparound 12 smashes smallies in the colder months

[@alladventurecapitol]

Great video. You two smashed those smallies.

[@reyfuentes5724]

What a nice catch and a nice tutorial too. I really enjoy watching your video is your jerk bait is sinking?

[@justinbeeler137]

Just the video I've been waiting on

[@nbe386]

Matt...why the love for the shorter favorite rod for jerk baits, 6'10" and 6'6" for CC?

[@riclindsey329]

You don't have to tell the world about the Pointer 110 Matt 😂

[@gustavotellez5358]

Recommendations on spinning rod for jerkbait fishing? Or just follow the equivalent spinning rods to your recommendations? Also, how about the drag settings for spinning a jerkbait?

[@makcatchem9614]

Hey Matt nice video. I just wanted to say it's okay you don't have to edit out all of her fish catches we already know she out fished you:-)

[@trevorfernandez6872]

😄

[@rayneely3554]

Great video, thank you Matt.

[@youtubzkoz]

Best bass content on KZbin!

[@leroyboonejr2808]

Awesome bro!! Love what you guys bring to the game!!! #Respect ✊🏽

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you!

[@bbartel1978]

Do you tie jerk baits on directly or use a snap? Does your decision change if it’s a particularly tough lake? The lake I’m fishing is pretty pressured and people recommend no more than 6 lb fluorocarbon line.

[@jonathangiven9073]

Great video as always. Great tips on color and retrieve. But I'm curious about how you picked your spot. So much great looking shoreline, water color change etc. But you settled on "that" spot. So, was it map recon confirmed by cruising and observing the electronics? Thanks.

[@kmontrose888]

Love this upload!!

[@Cbasschin]

Can you guys do a video on how to fish in snot grass/ algae riddled ponds/lakes please!

[@ricktreon167]

Great content👍🏼

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@ericsadventuresfishing8832]

was wondering if you thought a red hook in the center would do sorta the same thing as switching to the chartreuse belly or would it be to subtle? great stuff that was a wonderful day of fishing

[@joshuad.3466]

Great video, the jerkbait is my favorite way to catch them as well, it’s just a fun bite !

[@ziggylarkdust]

I've been trying to fish jerkbaits on baitcasters but and maybe its cause im in a jon boat but I feel like I can't get good action jerking down. My rod hits the water and it doesn't really have any snap to it. I have to go to the left and its kind of un comfortable after a while.

[@cantgetenoughoutdoors3258]

Thanks for the awesome content

[@marcanzlovar72]

Matt at what point on jerk bait fishing do you decide a jerk bait vs a fluke. Jerk baits are great, but the fluke looks so natural and darts like no ones business . Your thoughts

[@willperryman4559]

Whatta Great Partner Cici is, net’s her fish, then yours🙌

[@billmichlig55]

Hi guys, I have been watching a bunch of your speed cranking videos lately and I was wondering if you have looked at traditional "walleye" baits for it? I feel "walleye" baits have a tighter action then most "Bass" baits and would be well suited to speed cranking. Thank you so much for all the info you guys share! I look forward to each and every one of your videos!

[@joecuillo5005]

E see e

[@louisis3323]

Hey, it's lou, recently all ive been doing is finnesse fishing, jig fishing and occasionally throwing out crank baits. I have had no luck, what should i do next

[@the_mad_swimbaiter455]

First time jerker here. Don't want to loose a 25$ jerkbait. Any tips on how to get it where it needs to be and get it back? Lol

[@VinceNiergarth]

Great video!

[@quickresponsefishing]

Gave you the 1000 like! 💯🔥👊 Awesome video

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Patrick!

[@ryanpotts9934]

As always great content. Love jerk bait bite and it's only going to get better . Thanks Matt .

[@guad512]

Hey Matt, Have you tried that Table Rock SP colored 110 in clear water? Smallies and Spots really like it!

[@greenpighunter6930]

Excellent