Swimbait Fishing | Everything You Need This Fall And Winter

[@ajpfishing8811]

To see anybody dislike this video is truly a shame. I have been a tournament angler for over 20 years and have my own channel on KZbin. I continuously come back to this channel to learn about swim bait fishing. I live in New Jersey and cashed checks in tournaments on glide baits and swim baits learning from Matt Allen and Tim little on Tactical Bassin. They continuously give you a wealth of knowledge on all aspects of Fishing. In fact it is so informative that it can easily cut half your time on the water having to learn. Be thankful that there are guys out there that are willing to give you the right tools to gain confidence in this sport. Thumbs up as always guys. 👍👍👍

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you so much Brother!!

[@ajpfishing8811]

TacticalBassin absolutely my pleasure guys. Just to watch what you guys bring to the table with Fishing is years of knowledge for any angler. I truly do believe there should be a 30 minute to 1 hour show Slots for Tactical Bassin on Saturday or Sunday mornings. 👍👍 my DVR would definitely be set for it!! Nothing but love and respect and good luck and be safe on the water.

[@denniswilhoite6715]

I feel like I get more real information from Matt and Tim than just about anyone else on KZbin

[@j.bowerman6530]

AJP Fishing .... AJP Fishing..,....Haters are gonna hate, but you nailed​ it. I have fished for 40 years and Matt and Tim have opened my mind to things I never would have tried. These guys do it for free and shoot straight. The most Professional guys I have had the privilege to learn from. Magazines and TV shows don't load you up with this kind of knowledge..... Let'em hate, they can just stand there and wiggle their worm.

[@ajpfishing8811]

Dennis Wilhoite 100% agree. Who else do you know that's going to take the time to list every link in every video from Rod, reel, line, and all brands used. These guys lay it out on the table straight up with no BS.

[@bassjunkie4881]

I’ve watched this video probably 10x it’s getting me amped for a winter pb

[@christopher9076]

Excellent video again!! Not going to lie, I got partially mesmerized by the spot lock in the background :)

[@andyd834]

chris they pay that trolling motor a sweet hourly rate haha

[@williambannister1127]

So did I ahhahah

[@telefunkenyou47]

chris - I was pointing at the motor and mouthing to Matt, "MATT! THERES A GHOST BEHIND YOU!" and then I started the Go Pro. It's blowing up right now as "GHOST CAUGHT ON TAPE FISHING!" It just hit 250k subs and The Ghost Hunters want to spend the night on Matts boat.

[@tacticalbassin]

LOL!

[@cheerokeepeacemaker]

Your attention to detail is second to none.. thanks for taking the time to post all the links to these great products

[@bassfishingnyc9983]

nobody knows there stuff that this guy ..hands down fav to learn from on youtube !! catching 7 pound bass in central park nyc thanks to his videos!!

[@BottledCourage]

austin howd it's unreal the knowledge you get from him. Such a good teacher

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you!!!

[@lojofishing]

I LOVE SWIMBAITS...that is all

[@tacticalbassin]

Amen!

[@caydenbrown1127]

Watching Matt talk about swim baits in 3rd period is the best part of my day

[@tacticalbassin]

+Cayden Brown That made me literally made me lol. - Tim

[@markbuckallew4689]

My husband showed me this. I'm a teacher. What a hoot! Hope your teacher doesn't catch you! At least you are learning something!

[@mr.fatbasstard648]

Big Swimbaits bites: 'Crack em' because the rejection process is measured in Deciseconds, tenths of a second. Plastic swimbaits do not taste like fish it's the nature of the material. A wise old bass is not going to keep chompin on a piece of frickn plastic. Here is what's happening down below the waterline. Your big swimbait is slowly creeping the bottom mimicking the tail action and water displacement of an 8 to 12 inch trout. Without the benefit of sight a bass will utilize its lateral lines to feel the displacement and vibration of your bait moving water. This draws the beast to your bait where vision will become the primary sense used by the bass to process your bait prior to ingestion if ingestion occurs at all. If the lateral and visual processing cut the cheese you'll be lucky to move on to the taste test! Ingestion, inhalation and the phayngeal taste bud pads! This is where Tactical Bassin and a handful of other Trophy Hunters 'Crack em' in that split-second inhalation/rejection/ejection process!! If you are not one of the small percentage of swimbait guys that can detect a subtle swimbait bite in the split-second before your phony food is ejected. I highly recommend using a food stimulant, a bait scent. Matt Allen is not pro scent but we're not Matt Allen and he doesn't need it. Yes it stinks it gets all over your hands it transfers from your hands to your rod and reel and sometimes to your lunch.. lmao. But if you are fairly new to big swimbaiting or having trouble detecting a subtle bite, take advantage of it. It's the difference between tenths of a second and two seconds if your lucky. In time you will be able to swimbait fish without it. Don't mind the occasional catfish it's a good sign!!

[@RealisticFishing]

If I am having trouble getting bites on swimbaits in general, do you think scent would help?

[@mr.fatbasstard648]

Realistic Fishing for getting bites in general it depends on the presentation technique. Largemouth bass have a poor sense of smell due to a limited number of olfactory folds in their nasal passages. Adding scent to faster reactionary persuit type moving baits (hard baits with treble hooks, soft baits with blades, darting baits) is useless. A largemouth bass is relying on site and motion detection went in pursuit mode. Slow-moving presentations (wacky worm, drop shot, sloooow moving swimbaits and jigs) are where scents play a beneficial role. This presentation affords the largemouth bass the opportunity to smell and taste the bait. Once the bass inhales the bait it's put to the taste test via the taste buds on the fish's tongue and in it's mouth. Adding a food stimulant such as scent can fractionally prolong the food acceptance -rejection process but they won't get you bites if your colors and presentations don't stimulate the fish first...

[@mr.fatbasstard648]

One other thing I'd like to point out. Smaller juvenile Bass are stupid!! Well, let's give them the benefit of the doubt, they're a lot less experienced. It's the bigger smarter and more experienced bass we're trying to fool here. :-)

[@RealisticFishing]

I need all the swimbait help I can get. Hopefully this fall, when the shad are schooling up, I can get a bass on one.

[@robertramirez908]

"You crack'em", I love it. Most solid advice anyone can give. As much we pay for the gear, baits, fuel, launch fees and everything else that comes along with an outing on the water, hook sets are the only thing that doesn't cost $, those are for free.

[@tacticalbassin]

Amen!

[@mr.fatbasstard648]

Robert Ramirez lmao so true. Had to volunteer for 20 hours of work service for a municipal service that owns several reservoirs where I live to get comped for launch and entry fees. Downsized my boat, fish from shore quite a bit in some fisheries and it's still expensive lol.

[@Wired2Fish]

Good stuff, Matt.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you!

[@supfoo3638]

I got a solid thump slow crawling my hudd and I set the hook so hard... it ended up being a root or something and I lost my hudd that day... Anyhow, your videos are priceless; what you do is very much appreciated.

[@ladislaodiego2260]

Dude I been watching tons of videos and you are by far the best to explain everything.

[@racetrucks10]

Absolutely love this time of year! Big bait big fish!

[@tacticalbassin]

+Ultimate Extreme Outdoors Yeah buddy!!!

[@natetrusty6679]

Best informational YT channel available man. High quality, valuable content here and I appreciate it greatly. I hope it is as fulfilling for you guys to create this content (financially and otherwise) as it is for me to consume it. Thanks for all the information you've given so freely. It's the mark of true professionals.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you Nate!

[@jwfraga]

I dont think folks fully understand what Matt and Tim are providing here. Should have 100k plus subs. The stuff these guys share is simply tournament winning tips. Hats off to you guys for doing this. Most bass guys are all "hush hush" about stuff. Great channel.

[@Joseph-ow8vq]

The last 7 minutes...AMAZING INFORMATION!! Keep up the great work I’m going to book a trip one day.

[@tedmccarthy1401]

Matt I just want to say that I truly appreciate your knowledge and passion for bass fishing every video has helped me become a better fisherman. Awesome thanks for everything and can't wait to see more!!!!!!

[@jordanfriar8732]

Matt and Tim, I have learned so much from you guys. Hands down the best information for bass fishing across the country! I don't understand how someone could dislike any of your videos

[@caydenbrown1127]

Best informational channel on KZbin

[@jackmcroberts8306]

Matt I bought the 6" Trash fish in natural hitch and rainbow trout. Rigged a natural Hitch weedless, to match the chad . Ran it through some grass in 3 feet of and what an explosion on my first cast. It onle weighed out at 2.5 but it was incredible. Thanks Matt and Allen for the tip

[@aljohn24son]

I watch all of your videos (normally when I'm supposed to be working) and have learned so much. I appreciate you guys. Just beat my PB but over a pound, hitting 7 on the nose with the Little Creeper.... Thanks again and never stop making videos!

[@tacticalbassin]

That's so awesome!!

[@jpat900]

Out of all the youtube fisherman to me you guys are the best. I just keep watching your videos to try to lean how to fish the big swimbaits so i can attempt to catch giants here on Chickamauga lake in Tennessee. keep these videos up and i promise i will keep watching. I would also like to do a guide trip with Matt one day.

[@Bluezkat1]

Matt, ur the best. Learned a ton from you and Tim since I've been a subscriber...6 months or so. U guys are real deal. Keep it goin.

[@unoevo24]

What a joy to watch you explain! It's entertainment and learning! I'm from the Netherlands (Europe) where there's no Bass but i'm filtering out tips and tricks which are very usefull targeting our predator species. Keep cranking out these good video's Matt.

[@bryantosborne6857]

Wow thanks for commenting back I really think this is the best and most informative bass fishing channel on KZbin

[@Trevlee74]

I really appreciate the effort, and the huge amount of information you guys put into this video. I watched it last year, and I just watched it again. Thanks Matt and Tim.

[@nancyschwendeman9646]

Your vids are helpful to me as a starter fisherman to learn the baits to throw at the right times

[@Shanester66]

Best informative fishing vids in the YT fishing community bar none. Thanks guys. Great balance of info and fish stories!!!!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@andrewwolf4963]

This was one of the videos that made me start watching you guys on a daily basis as a wind down for bed 🛌 channel. I can’t believe it’s been 4-5 years , I’d love to see a chart of how many hours I’ve spent watching Tim and Matt spew unlimited amounts of knowledge at me or how much money I’ve spent on those links below 😂

[@jthod]

Great Video! I just started throwing big swimbaits a month or so back, and man has it been fun!

[@eddiehfishing]

I Can’t get enough knowledge. Thankyou Matt and Tim for all you do keep pushing the knowledge

[@tacticalbassin]

We're happy to do it!

[@brandoncox7317]

Another great video! The amount of information you you guys bring to the table is second to none. I truly hope one day to have the opportunity to fish with you and learn in person.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Brandon!

[@drewfarmer4088]

Great information Matt! You guys give the best tips and info on KZbin by far. I've been on my fishing social media apps posting your graphic and KZbin info telling people if they want great tips and info, you guys are where it's at. Keep up the good work guys

[@tacticalbassin]

You're the man! Really appreciate it!

[@heatholderinc4961]

The bone spro kgb , gill square bill whipper snapper from toxic and the 3 piece pb mouse have been my most productive hard baits the last few times I got out

[@keenanmoore264]

If you were fishing a HEAVILY weeded pond/lake. Like 80% thick thick weeds. Would the bait fish do the same as a normal lake? There's only pike, bass, and bluegill in this lake.

[@jonmiller1239]

Keenan Moore uhh

[@tlfish1710]

Keenan Moore baitfish tend to feet on algae and stuff on rocks so any rocks is a good bet for you and they will school in the weeds so right above will be good too!

[@scrobtimusprime]

Not sure why it isn't in your list anymore, but I enjoyed your swimbait beginner video you published awhile back and started off with Reaction Innovations Skinny Dippers. I'd now say they're a confidence bait for me, and just a high-quality product overall.

[@yourfavoritepersontohate6324]

Scott Robinson damn good bait have about 6 different colors in my tackle box now used to test their baits when he first started out

[@heatholderinc4961]

Been working them through wood and rock. Awesome fall bait. Super tough bait that don't hang up often

[@SergetovDaRed]

Thanks for the info. Been having a really hard time hitting anything with a swimbait. Just realized I've been doing it wrong. Appreciate all you guys do!

[@tacticalbassin]

+Edwin R We hope it makes all the difference for you!

[@grippinglipsfishing5671]

The first 5 minutes of the video I was like da faq.... he is all over the place then minute later, Matt brought the knowledge! Great as always thanks Matt!

[@tacticalbassin]

Ha! Thanks Tom!

[@strasbertos]

Those western grebes are calling me back to clear lake!

[@Bluezkat1]

One of the best swimbait videos I’ve ever seen!

[@jayp9279]

Man you just dropped some great knowledge! I learned quite a bit of new stuff in that short 30 minute video! Thanks Matt! I love your little youtube seminars!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@Ploppinbass6]

Exciting time of year. Finally starts cooling down "in some states" lol and the fish action increases. Great video 👍🏻

[@sethmorris1113]

Chasing a state record this year. I have watched this video 3 times and will watch it at least 2 more to stay pumped

[@heatholderinc4961]

My 3 go to baits lately been the tournament series bullhead from mattlures, the boom boom from optimum and a citizen 7. Been doubling the bait size of what their eating and I feel like that's why I'm getting the bigger fish. Nobody really fishes swimbaits bigger then 3" on the local river and the chain of ponds off it I fish

[@crankingtanks7]

Hey Matt and Allen, I was wondering how long of a leader you run with the braid to mono setup and what knots you use. Thanks in advance.

[@ChristophScuba]

Well Matt Alan, you've talked me into getting back into swimbait fishing. Just order a Huddleston delux 8inch rof 5 in yellow perch.

[@bomoaccavallo7924]

Matt you are a great teacher. i for one have learned a ton from you. thank you

[@kingrobthegreat7446]

what state is tacticalbassin in??

[@tacticalbassin]

We live in Tennessee but travel constantly all over the country.

[@andrewyangfishing8450]

Can't wait for the trout stocks down here in SoCal!

[@telefunkenyou47]

Andrew Yang Fishing - In San Jose, the richest city in the entire US can't afford to stock, while all surrounding county's receive stockings. Hmmm? I wonder if corruption has anything to do with it?

[@devinweber8741]

In the private lake i fish there are very small minnows and some bluegill. However the bass are huge. For example on average when I go there we catch a 5+ and I've seen a 10. My question is what do I throw then since my lake falls into a weird category

[@tlfish1710]

devin weber throw a big savage gear Bluegill swimbait for the giants

[@paulbaum8522]

Get a Jackall Gantarel. They'll hammer it.

[@mikelpc001]

Thanks for the confidence tactical bassin I really appreciate the time you guys put into the vids

[@tacticalbassin]

You got it bud!

[@jasoncobb7540]

Yessssssssssss!! Was waiting for this video 👌👌..knew it was gunna pop up sooner or later lol..as usual, awesome breakdown Matt..ive put so many good fish in the boat takin notes from you and Tim..hats off to u guys..👍👍

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you Jason!

[@SEPU03]

What are the best inexpensive glasses to wear when fishing to cut the glare and see the fish

[@tacticalbassin]

Easy question... this is what we wear: bit.ly/2glE3eN

[@steadybassin3753]

What knot are people using for braid to leader knots for big baits?

[@TXpondking]

fall is comin to texas. ive got huge gizzard shad in my lake. ive got a 7 inch savage gear 3D shine glide shad and im ready for the giants

[@andrewdeorian134]

Anyway y'all could do a braid to floro/mono leader video? The knot used, how may feet of leader you use, and lb braid to lb floro/mono? Also, when to use floro leader vs mono leader. Thanks guys, and as always your videos are the best.

[@troydunn04]

What's the best soft swimbait to throw in late summer for striper in heavy current 66 degree water?

[@thomasrobey9851]

you talk about the moderate action in your jig rods, and since you like the jig style hook on swimbaits, do you prefer the moderate action on the rods you fish that style swimbait hook? alter length to the 7'6" - 8'?

[@kenmccarthyfishing]

🏆🏆I can’t count how many times I’ve watched this and it’s completely blows me off how awesome the information is,thank you Matt and Tim ❤️🏆

[@clearlakeangler9720]

what about the ten plus inch glides for areas stocked with tout

[@michaelporterfield9081]

Hey Matt!! I caught my first Swimbait fish this week. My bp. 6 pounder. Jackall gantrall jr. I’m hooked!!

[@wademcclurg9171]

What knot do you guys use to go from braid to mono on a swimbait? Keep the awesome videos coming!

[@hammerrough4204]

Love the vid matt swim bait fishing is easy...they touch it you smash em.! You guys are the best since sliced bread! Great work keep it up 74k strong!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks so much Brother!

[@RN-on4yn]

Great video. I learned a couple things. This very much applies to anywhere in the country.

[@tacticalbassin]

For sure! Thanks for watching!

[@tbenson5966]

I like to hit them fast as soon as I get bit. I don’t wait either. When it’s 37 degrees I will use a slow gear ratio and hammer them. It can be non stop cold water, swim baiting. I swear on a cold water swim bait bite!!

[@mcaetano2000]

At other times of the year what baits do you throw to imitate bluegill?

[@twshatney]

this is the perfect bait for wife\kids to learn on with exposed hook. ..thanks Matt

[@tomkiker2206]

Am I the only one that is impressed by the trolling motor keeping him in one spot like that? I'm new to boating and I've never seen one like that.

[@riclindsey329]

Brother I'm not familiar with how this KZbin thingy works,,but I hope you're getting paid well cause you're the best at teaching and when I first stumbled upon your channel I'm like what can this kid teach me? And after 50 years of bass fishing " I saw the light" 😂 never give up!!!

[@Tlane117]

Great info, but i was curious how much leader you use between bait and braid?

[@Tlane117]

nevermind, found the answer further down in the comments. 8-10'

[@tyrondabingham430]

What is the best bait to use after a big rain

[@ryanfrazier1764]

Hey Matt, how do you tie your braid to leader knot when we're talking about a swimbait setup with 30 pound mono?

[@McClovinFishing]

Hey Matt, do you think you can make a quick tip video on braid to leader knots?

[@tacticalbassin]

We've actually done two. Give "tacticalbassin knots" a search

[@McClovinFishing]

TacticalBassin should've known better! thanks!

[@Bassandbackpacks]

Awesome video man. Tons of info. I've always thrown 6 inch and smaller but now you guys have giving me the big swim bait bug. My tackle warehouse cart is stacking up quick.

[@tacticalbassin]

You're going to have a lot of fun!

[@andyspurlin9165]

Best 33 minutes of my day

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@shadygraves]

The ORIGINAL swimbait was the Mister Twister SASSY SHAD. On 8-10lb line and a ⅛-¼oz ball head, I have caught thousands of bass on that lure. 1st time I ever boated 100 from public water was on a chartreuse/silver glitter Sassy Shad, on Lake Mitchell, the day after Thanksgiving, circa 1985

[@dewaynewilson8937]

Thanks, I’m new to swim bait fishing and didn’t know when to set the hook. Thanks again

[@jasonlittle4049]

I just got me some powerbait swimming shad .are they good

[@kyleschneider8962]

What got me into tactical bassin from the start

[@fishing4reel_247]

My lakes are the kind with bluegill and panfish not really any minnows but great video.

[@fishsnatcherstv6292]

Great video!! (Always a great video with you guys!). Packed full of great advice for us east coast guys. I'm just getting into swimbaiting and I use you guys as my primary resource for legitimate info. Please keep up the great work and thanks for everything you guys do!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you Brother!

[@lamontgray6015]

This helps a lot a lot I'm gonna get into swimbaits this fall and when spring and summer comes back really want to catch fish on em looks awsom

[@ethanwright8701]

Thank you!!but I was thinking low profile?

[@telefunkenyou47]

The Owner Flashy Swimmer's and Trailer Blade's have been money! The 5.8 Keitech on the 5/0 FS has worked well for me at night. And the Lil Creeper Bluegill with a Flashy Trailer Blade on the hook via fuel line, can help this subtle kicking bait thump a little. I can imagine that the Flashy Blade size gives off a natural feeling swimming vibration that goes well with the good visual kicking action of these SwimBaits. Owner seems to have solved the three problems with the traditional jig hook underspin. Easy to get hung up, head down/blade roll, and rust. Another TB winner! I'm curious how a Super and Magnum Fluke will look on them this winter?

[@tacticalbassin]

I'll bet those flukes would look pretty good!

[@EstefanBallesteros]

Love these videos and enjoy and use the information. I hope i catch my pb this time of year, who else noticed the trolling motor started moving around? Lol

[@AlamoCityFishing]

Estefan Ballesteros that trolling motor has "spot lock" it's pretty badass

[@aaronfortner6582]

Been looking for the video I seen you mention there are tons of new baits with the hudd style tail you haven’t got the chance to try. Can you give a few examples?

[@steve4321able]

Matt, Spring turnover produced a ton of mid sized to giant shad dead on the shore. Are they basically the same size and in the same numbers in the fall?

[@afzalb2366]

Is Tranx 200 size good to use swimbaits like 50 to 60 grams???? If so which gear ratio is perfect for this application

[@joreinsch5854]

On a side note.. will you please give me your thoughts on the use of a HydroWave? Do they work??

[@austinkogan2486]

@TacticalBassin Your videos have been a very good help. Yesterday I fished a swim bait on a bass spinning set up. My first cast at this point I managed to catch pb bass.

[@FishingThePNW]

Awesome video Matt! You guys should have cracked 100k a long time ago but hope you still make it before the year is over!

[@blackedoutgst]

What about the mag draft. I caught my personal best smallie in February freezing temperatures. She went over 5lbs.

[@walleyehunter8862]

I started using Xzone 5.5 swammers and the first cast I had a big bite he was pulling the bait around the lake ... I know it was a big Smallmouth he had just the tail , Any idea why they're not getting the hook in their mouth ???

[@learningtofish7036]

Stick the tail of the kietech in hot water to make it softer to move more. Thanks Matt.

[@joegrande4848]

Awesome videos. Would love to see you compete professionally an you have Tim as your co angler you guys would kick butt.

[@DanDoroshDetroitMusic]

I'm on lake St. Clair in Michigan and our bait fish aren't that big. I'm really interested in fishing the larger swimbaits but wondering if its over kill here. Btw I just got my smaller 120 s-waver in the mail thanks to your advice. You guys have truly turned my fishing game from average to one of the better guys out there in my circle. I consistantly out fish friends and tournament anglers and I owe it to the info I find on your channel.

[@tacticalbassin]

For what its worth, we've done well in Lake Michigan with the S-Waver and its a very similar group of prey species, if not identical.

[@DanDoroshDetroitMusic]

@@tacticalbassin thanks for the reply! I'll be buying the bigger 168 size now since hearing this. Your info is always spot on! I used the 120 size last night at a smaller inland lakes, Kent lake, and definitely had some followers. The fall transition hasn't kicked in yet here, but I total confidence with a little more practice that bait will produce well this fall.

[@drumandball]

What about bigger underspins? I just picked up some 5.8" keitechs and some big 7/0 underspins. I'm excited to try it but I'm curious as to why people generally associate underspins with smaller presentations. Maybe that's because they are representing minnows Which don't grow to be 6" long? Thoughts?

[@michaeljohnston4167]

Another banger from the legend! I'm gonna for sude be slinging some big baits this fall

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you Brother!