Swimbait Fishing For Bass | Full Seminar | Best Baits, Tricks, and Gear

20 years of swimbait knowledge in one video! How to fish swimbaits, which swimbaits work best, when to crawl a softbait, when to twitch a glide bait, and a whole lot more! Matt shows his favorite baits, gives rigging tricks, shows cadences and retrieves, and gives away some of the long kept secrets of getting fish to bite instead of follow!
Matt spent years learning how to throw swimbaits and today he's sharing all of his hard-earned knowledge. All of the baits and equipment discussed in the video are linked below. Every link goes to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
Soft Bluegill Baits...
-Savage Gear Bluegill (Jig Hook): bit.ly/2xx1zjH
Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Gill, Black Gill
-Savage Gear Bluegill (Weedless): bit.ly/2Kd6qct
Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Gill, Black Gill
Hard Bluegill Baits...
-River2Sea S Waver 168: bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Color: Bluegill
-Jackall Gantarel: bit.ly/2adZI3R
Color: Ghost Gill, Spawn Gill
-Bull Gill: bit.ly/2f1ASHn
Color: Bluegill
-Megabass Vatalion: bit.ly/367AOxD
Colors: GG Gill, GG Wild Gill
Fast Multi-Joint Baits...
-Bull Shad Slow Sink (6" and 7"): bit.ly/2eJ8gWM
Colors: Gizzard Shad, Threadfin Shad
-Triple Trout (7" and 8"): bit.ly/2E8Up5P
Colors: Blue Violet Shad, Bone, Trout
Open Water Glide Baits...
-Baitsanity Explorer Glide: bit.ly/33bQyxY
Colors: Trout, Kokanee, Shad
-Savage Gear Magnum Shine Glide: bit.ly/36LNEWj
Colors: Light Trout, Hitch, Bone
-River2Sea S-Waver 200: bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Colors: Rainbow Trout, Light Trout, Warden Hitch
Cover Glide Baits...
-G Ratt Sneaky Pete: bit.ly/2RYCPFe
Colors: Hitch, Gizzard Shad, Baby Trout
-Savage Gear Shine Glide 185 (7.25"): bit.ly/30O32xB
Colors: Hitch, Gizzard, Bone
-Baitsanity Antidote: bit.ly/2ztUk9z
Colors: Trout, Summer Shad, Shad
-River2Sea S-Waver 168: bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Colors: Light Trout, Warden Hitch
Boot Tail Soft Baits...
-Megabass MagDraft (6", 8", 10"): bit.ly/2mc8bfK
Colors: MB Shad, MB Gizzard, White Back Shad
-Little Creeper 8" Trash Fish: bit.ly/2hmXtg1
Colors: LC Hitch, Just Shad, Ghost Rainbow
Little Creeper 6" Fatty Trash Fish: bit.ly/2ixaEw2
Colors: Just Shad, LC Hitch, Blueback Herring
-Keitech Fat Swing Impact (6.8 and 7.8): bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Ghost Rainbow Trout
-Scottsboro Tackle (6" and 7"): bit.ly/2Oy7CKH
Colors: Mullins Madness, Natural Light, Ole Smokey
-Osprey 6" Tournament Talon: bit.ly/2bqsLS0
Colors: Chartreuse Shad, TW Shad, Gizzard
Wedge Tail Soft Baits...
-Huddleston 4" Jig Hook Shad: bit.ly/2GC9Qrg
Colors: Mean Green, Money, Tequila
-Huddleston 8" Trout: bit.ly/2azFTon
Colors: Rainbow Trout, Holdover, Hitch
-Huddleston 68 Special: bit.ly/2dj5apG
Colors: Black Gizzard, Rainbow, Green Gizzard
-Savage Gear 4D Pulse Tail Trout: bit.ly/399bx97
Colors: Ghost Trout, Hitch, Trout
Savage Gear Pulse Tail Shiner: bit.ly/2SDD0Zl
Colors: White, Shad, Green Back
Pre-Order Soft Baits...
-Savage Gear 8" Pulse Tail (Jig Hook): bit.ly/33GROg1
-Savage Gear 6" Pulse Tail (Jig Hook): bit.ly/2Ib674q
Hook/Split Ring Recommendations...
-Owner ST-56 Treble Hooks (3X Strong): bit.ly/2cVg7xW
-Owner HyperWire Split Rings 3X Strong (Size 4,5,6): bit.ly/2aTH3f1
-Owner UltraWire Split Rings 4X Strong (Size 5, 6,7): bit.ly/3bQgswL
Hook Sizes By Bait...
Size 2 Trebles: S-Waver 168, Vatalion, MagDraft 6"
Size 1 Trebles: Shine Glide, Sneaky Pete, Antidote, Triple Trout, Bull Gill
Size 1/0 Trebles: Bull Shad, Sneaky Pete (Front), S Waver 200, Magdraft 8"
Size 2/0 Trebles: Shine Glide Magnum, Baitsanity Explorer
Matt's Line/Leader...
Main Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid 80 lb: bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline FC100 Shock Leader 35 lb: bit.ly/2O4UElB
Budget Line- Power Pro Braid 80 lb: bit.ly/2aFg46b
Budget Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 30 lb: bit.ly/2ae97J9
Matt's Favorite All-Around Swimbait Combo...
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 966: bit.ly/3ktZFnF
Reel- Shimano Tranx 300: bit.ly/2kYsvRw
High-End Swimbait Combo...
Rod- Megabass Destroyer Onager: bit.ly/2wVOSbY
Low Profile Reel- Shimano Tranx 300: bit.ly/2kYsvRw
Budget Swimbait Combo...
Rod- Dobyns Fury 806H 8' Heavy Swimbait: bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano Cardiff 300A: bit.ly/2cvhtMO
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Spring GlideBait Fishing: • Spring Swimbait Bite I...
TacticalBassin Gear: bit.ly/38YpPIz
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@@UltimateNinja1984 they have been fishing almost their entire lives man

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Favorite part of the video is the psa on the belly trebles. Fish health (especially big fish) should always be the first priority. Thanks Matt.

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I love Matt's long seminar vids.

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Bass fishing genius. We should just call him Professor Matt.

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Watch these vids like podcasts just having it play while driving or listening to it while im fishing!

[@ClydeCummins]

What size split rings and trebles do you replace with on the S-waver 168??

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Love the videos! But I’m over here going broke!! Lol.

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Best swim bait video I've ever seen. I've never watched an hour and a half video ever. I've shared it to everybody I can. Awesome

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Literally just watched Matt for 1.5 hours...on a Monday morning....instead of going fishing. Yep. I'm completely satisfied. Well worth my time!

[@nickstimac4086]

Unreal. I’ve never thrown a big swim bait in my life yet I just watched an hour and a half video on them. The knowledge Matt has is truly incredible, thank you Matt.

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What state are you in?

[@03clarkkent03]

Matt I hope you read this comment. Your passion and knowledge for fishing is amazing. I am a new angler who has only been serious about fishing for 3 to 4 months and your information and technical breakdowns just blow my mind. I had to watch this video twice just to begin to begin to digest that much information. Thank you very much for pouring your heart out as well as dumping the knowledge in your brain out so that we can get this information. 100% my favorite video I’ve watched around fishing ever! Thanks man really earned my subscription and thumbs up.

[@Stratollac]

That was an extraordinary window into the mind of a brilliant fisherman. Thank you so much, Matt, for this and all that you and Tim do.

[@johnhannah9835]

I have never used a swim bait till I started watching Matt 4 months ago. Love using them now

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[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!!

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Jesus... I’ve watched ALOT of your vids for years... but this??? THANK YOU for the encyclopedia on swimbait fishing... AWESOME VIDEO!

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Yea, what he said

[@Itz1Adam12]

Thanks for the tips Matt! Last Monday I watched this video, then proceeded to buy a few of your suggested baits. Went out 3 days later and stuck a 3 3/4lb largemouth on the S-Waver in Bluegill. What a blast. Thanks for being the best bass fishing channel on KZbin!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thats awesome!! Congrats!!!

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I just got into swimbaits this year. My buddy has been throwing these for years. Especially the bull shad he always has it tied on. I started off small and fairly cheap I got some Arashi ones, the megabass one he had , the googan one and some of the spro small ones. I have had the best year of fishing I've ever had since I was stationed in NY with the military. The amount of 5+ pounders has been insane. I live up north near Boston so 5 is a good size but I even snuck in two 7s and an 8. This video shows me even better ways to fish the baits, TB keep up the good work you guys EASILY deserve 1M subscribers can't believe your content is free!

[@grhodes3536]

“It’s almost nothing but it’s everything” thanks Matt this was an amazing video! My first year of watching you in 2019 I bought a lot of these bigger baits $$$$ and never really fish them because I didn’t understand how or why but I’m a lot more confident after this video.

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Exactly!! And I’m a newbie at 67 but I trusted them right away. Just didn’t have anybody to learn more from. They really do care about sharing the info.

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Just the video I needed as I get into swimbaiting. Tactical Bassin is the best bass fishing channel on KZbin!

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Matt & Tim the epitome of bass fishing!!

[@quickresponsefishing]

I am always super appreciative of these videos. I grew up fishing since I could walk. My first ever spinning pole was earned by weed whacking the field next to the bait shop in Lodi Wisconsin, the owner let me pick one out. My first Lure was a rooster tail. My papa had a camper right on the grade of Lake Wisconsin. My first bass was off a bobber and worm right off the dock. All other fish besides bluegill and crappie were off the rooster tail. We went out for the striper run. Now as I'm older I've caught pike, bass, walleye, and large crappie off a CS Lure fire tiger inline spinner. Just an oversize rooster lol. I am just now reaching out to new lures and baits. Your videos, as I mentioned, are greatly appreciated because even as someone growing up fishing, I am learning new things. It's opened up a huge range for me. Just the other day I caught my first fish on a crank bait a cheap ozark trail one lol. My favorite is top water, I can catch off frogs it feels just natural for me. Thank you so much for all the information you give and content you make. It has allowed me to bond more with my sons, their liking to fishing has blown up watching your videos as well. Again thank you.

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An hour and a half video. I’ll watch it in pieces at work get all excited and watch it again beginning to end after work. Love these long ones!!!

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Best channel, no BS or boring tone All facts and very interesting and attention keeping. Once I can go fishing I’ll use these techniques I just bought a brand new swimbait

[@ryankuiper4544]

Hands down this is the best Swimbait video I have ever seen. You went above and beyond anything I would have thought. You crushed this video and I will prolly watch this again to pick up on things I might have missed. I am pretty fresh in the Swimbait game. so I really appreciated this video. Love these big bait videos Matt thank you

[@mannyverdugo9899]

Thank you for helping me build my confidence. The fact that you are willing to share a life time of experience on your video's is honorable and just very cool. Thank's Matt for everything you are the man.

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I don’t see how anyone can give U guys a thumbs down.. freakin legend laying down his knowledge for free.. man I love watching u guys n appreciate it a lot.. it’s a sport where u never stop learning

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Tacticalbassin is hands down the best there is out there...I learned a long time ago that whatever you guys say is dead on facts and anyone who disagrees are just like the ones that hit the thumbs down and just jealous because they never catch fish and are sitting in a corner pouting with their thumb in their mouth

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I love how much you guys care more about the fish’s health! Really shows how much you love and enjoy the sport

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That's the video I always wanted. Only 1 person to do it.......Matt Allen! Thank you

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Matt, I think... No, I know that I love you! Not scared to say that to a real man! I just had a shit day on a over pressured So Cal Lake the other day! I was thinking of going big for some time... now, after watching this ( and many other of the TB video’s) I am now going 100% all in with large swimbait fishing! I have my lil secret float tube reservoirs ( not even Aaron Martens would divulge ) and I do spend some time with my friends in Tennessee.... that said, on these So Cal Res ... I am now convinced and comfortable to take on the large swimbait/ glide bait approach! I appreciate both you and Tim more than words can reflect! You guys are a true fishing resource! Thanks again!🏄🏼‍♂️🎣👍

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Talks about bass fishing for about an hour and thirty minutes and than adds a small striper color tip! The cherry on the cake 👌

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1 1/2 hours! That's what I'm talking about! Matt, thank you! These are the types of videos that I love because rather than learning one or two things about something, I get to learn the entire thought process behind it. Thank you and please keep these coming!

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I been bass fishing 28yrs and I'm glad these dudes came along and to teach me more than what I ever knew...if you can't learn the basics by listening and watching Matt and Tim, then bass fishing ain't for you!.

[@christianmojica1635]

Dude watching this video in its entirety was so worth it. Thanks for the tip about not running the extra stinger hook, great advice!

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What a SPECTACULAR seminar!!! I feel like I owe you money, Matt. Thank you so much!!

[@tacticalbassin]

I'm happy to help 👍

[@danielkinn782]

A famous CA Delta guy used to say "Would you rather eat a hot dog or Tbone steak" Andy Cuccia. Matt taught me if you can throw a senko....you can throw a swimbait.

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I appreciate how the cover every angler. Ponds, lakes,and rivers.

[@colby0082]

This video is awesome! I appreciate y’all taking time to help us pond guys out! I think a lot of us that don’t have the opportunity to fish lakes keep watching just because we love it but it feels like a lot of times it doesn’t apply . This was great!

[@jfezatte517]

"IT'S NOTHING, BUT IT'S EVERYTHING!" Only Matt can make solid fishing advice sound like a Ghandi quote! Pure gold! 🤣 Curious if you guys have tried out Hog Farmer's Swinging EWG Hooks? It's become my favorite way to throw a Keitech! The hook swings free from the head & gives it an extra deadly wobble, & allows you to rig it weedless which is pretty much a must for most of my home lakes. But hands down the biggest advantage of the free swinging hook is that the fish can't use the weight as leverage to throw the hook! Once you stick em, they stay stuck! Vital feature! Those hooks with a 4.3" Keitech have landed me 2 Muskie (35" & 42") & a 4lb largemouth out of a lake where both Muskie & good size bass are a rare sight!

[@brendanspencer2550]

Ive been chasing musky for two years, not one yet, would you reccomend the bigger keitechs?

[@jfezatte517]

I started throwing bigger Keitechs this year, (5.8") alone & on flashy swimmers, aiming for Muskie specifically & have yet to get a bite. I stuck both my 35" & my 42" Muskie on the 4.3" Keitech rigged on a 4/0 Hog Farmer EWG Swinger! That setup is literally like my golden goose these days! I used to throw a simple Keitech on a weighted EWG hook & did well, but once I found these Hog Farmer hooks my hook set ratio went from maybe 75% to EASILY 95%! They not only vastly increase the action of the swimbait, but that free swinging hook makes a night & day difference between a good stick vs. a missed hook set! From somebody who spends A LOT of $ on different baits/lures, those Hog Farmer EWG Swinger hooks with a 3.8"-4.3" Keitech are hands down the best $ I've ever spent! I've lost track of the number of times I ended up never setting that rod down thru the whole day, just nailing em back to back all day long without ever touching my other 5 setups! #JustTryIt #ThankMeLater

[@theoriginaltech019]

"Pond guys, guys on the shore, you're often neglected. You get talked to the least." I felt this so hard it literally hurts!!

[@chazt4863]

Matt, all I can say is THANK YOU! I'll give you a Harris Chain, Tohoe, Kissimmee Florida fishing report this fall 2022. Much appreciated--

[@tommiks5649]

This Will defenatly be a saved video to be watched over and over. Just so much info to absorb.

[@GeorgeHamilton285]

This is one of my favorite fishing videos. I can watch it over and over. Love throwing swim baits.

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Y'all are hands down the best most informative bass fishermen on KZbin. Thank y'all for everything y'all do! Only complaint i have is y'all dropping all this knowledge is making all these lures go out of stock on tackle warehouse 🤣 my wishlist on their is never ending

[@bigfah2506]

Matt, Tim and you have pushed me to grow as an angler. I’m looking hard at beckoning a fishing guide here in Minnesota. There is a lot of work to be done. I’d give anything to spend time learning from you two. Thank you for all your knowledge.

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I am super ADD but this video held my attention for the entire 1:29:22 (OCD too). This is a treasure trove of great info and I can't wait to put what i've learned into action.

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I love the long detailed videos and WOW was this one long, I had to pause and take a bathroom break and get a fresh cup of coffee ! Thank you for everything you do !

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Videos like these are the reason you guys will always be the go to channel when it comes to anything to do with bass fishing. Can't thank you guys enough for the time you to take to put videos out like these and the amount I've learned over the years.

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Just started watching this on my phone... but now I’ve hit pause and will go watch it on my TV!

[@timothymason8779]

What an amazing swimbaits class. Thank you for your valuable time and information. God Bless you always, Timothy

[@evanfoulds8036]

The video I’ve been waiting for years to get and Matt killed it. Seeing how passionate you are about these baits is what makes me keep trying for the huge bass. Keep up the amazing content.

[@nickt423]

Made perfect sense when Matt said that if you’re fishing out in the open its giving the bass too much time to observe if its real or fake. Ive never thought about that until now.

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I've learned a bunch of new info from watching tactical bassin vids. Really enjoy watching them and putting what they say to use and it works....... Thanks guys

[@lic.ft.oscarmedina-7625]

This might be the BEST bass fishing seminar I´ve ever watched, not just swimbait related, but Bass fishing in general. Thanks for spreading knowledge in depth. Going to Bacaracc next month, this is pure GOLD.

[@nickchit7278]

I’ve always been one to not keep up with KZbin channels but I must admit you guys know your sh@t! I have built so much confidence in fishing larger profiles since watching this video. I will admit that I had my doubts especially fishing them in my region, but I stuck with it and am starting to produce on glide baits. Can’t thank you guys enough Mat and Tim

[@tacticalbassin]

Way to stick with it Nick! We're here to help and we love this kind of feed back. Successes like yours are what keeps us going week after week 👊

[@nickchit7278]

@@tacticalbassin When you guys talked about playing on the fishes natural instincts/curiosity I literally witnessed it with my own eyes on an 8” savage glide swimmer. (Granted the fish weren’t big) I watched him follow it upto the surface he was hesitant to go for it gave it a quick twitch like the bait looked right back at the bass, he just moseyed on over to it and CHOMP! Shortly after I got a second one way out in the distance. Literally like You guys said in this clip he had to decide wether he wanted it or was gonna leave it. Thank you for posting so much informative information. Also wanted to add I’ve been doing this all from the bank. If I can make it happen anyone can you just have to be confident and keep trying

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I just wanted to let you know that your content/videos are some of the most informative I’ve came across on this platform. I certainly appreciate all of the time and effort you all put into it as the end result is definitely a reflection of that! Keep it up fellas!!!

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I wish I could be this passionate about ANYTHING…but it’s genuinely infectious. I’m gonna be ordering the banana & DEF experimenting with the red hook mod. Your depth of knowledge on these and all other bait vids I’ve watched is beyond impressive.

[@thomasrobey9851]

Took me two days but I made it through it!! Took a S waver 200 out today and stuck a 3,5,7 lber! Buddies at the ramp couldn’t believe I had two rods on the deck 168/200 same color! How long ago was it y’all turned me on to that bait and I’ve never met anyone that throws it! Love the videos!

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That was the best hour and a half I spent NOT fishing and learning about fishing. I have two of the Savage gear bluegills and they are fantastic. Awesome video and I appreciate you guys helping me to be a better fisherman.

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The amount of quality info you you guys give out on a consistent basis is priceless. Hopefully one day in the future I can get on a boat with you and pick your brain. I can’t thank thank you enough for how much you’ve stepped up my fishing game 🙏🏻👍🏻

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So much information, took me up to now to watch and digest it, WOW!! Keep up the great content, a real channel dedicated to teaching and fishing...not like those other channels that started out fishing and now doing everything else besides fishing 🎣

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Talk about timely! Ordered my first swimbait setup last week and it arrived in the mail today. Thanks for the awesome vid - incredibly helpful.

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I haven’t even started the video and I already know I’m going to love it. Your seminar videos are the best in the world.💯

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Great information!!! Rewatched about 5 to 6 times already, and will come back to it again!

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Finally got a swimbait rod. I’m so glad that you did this vid

[@DewDrinker87]

“Welcome back to Tactical Bassin”

[@FOUCHFABS]

I love your guys videos. For someone like me who has recently started serious bass fishing, been at it about a year now, the videos are like collage classes. Thank you for all the great info!!

[@MOST415]

I’m so late to this, but never to late to learn something new, and I just learned a tremendous amount from one video. I was new to bass fishing at the time.. well, still am after watching this. With some guidance I got a nice bait caster, and rod setup, and started fishing for bass. I don’t want to name drop on the swim bait, because it’s an awesome bait, but I didn’t upgrade the rings/hooks.. I hooked into a beast largemouth, and it must of happened when I set the hook.. within arm’s reach of a dream come true, and one last tug, she was gone. I lifted the bait out of the water, and the hook was long gone. The ring was just dangling like a limp noodle. If I knew then what I know now.. double split rings, stronger rings/hooks.. I’d have an exact replica of her on my wall, and I wouldn’t have to carry around that ugly feeling. Every second of this video counted. You just gained a subscriber hands down. Thank you.

[@ChuckCooper]

I just got my first S waver fish!! I'm so pumped. I'm in northern New Jersey on a small lake. I threw it up into shallow water right by this rock that I know holds fish. It must have landed right on his head because the lure hit the water and BAM. It was a big fish for my pond about 3.5 pounds. Thank you. You guys gave me the confidence to throw big baits.

[@predatorarmyfishing5901]

Just catching a 46cm BASS on a glide of 135mm for first time,it s incredible bait!!!

[@jean-luch7492]

This is probably the fourth time I've seen this video and I always learn something new. Thank you for making such an in depth video on my favorite way to catch a bass!

[@wazjr1]

I know what you mean when it comes to putting everything in your favor that you have control of. I have been doing Sturgeon and Stripers for the past 30 years and I know the feeling all too well. I will only take a few people out with me anymore because it is too hard on me when a 50lb fish doesn't get to the boat because of a shitty knot or a cracked guide on a rod. There are plenty of things that can happen beyond your control, but there is no excuse to for a weak link that could have been eliminated. Thanks for your video. That was as good as they come. I didn't plan on watching the entire video, but I could not walk away from it . Great job

[@therealpatrickstar1]

I love the full seminars the Jig Full Seminar is by far my FAVORITE video

[@shtty17]

Thanks Matt! Your seemingly natural teaching ability is amazing

[@philipnewman5213]

I can't begin to tell you guys how much I enjoy your videos. You guys are my daily go to on all things fishing. Thank you thank you thank you. please keep it up, don't underestimate what you contribute to the community. Much love boys, tight lines.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you Philip for the kind words! We appreciate your support 👊🏻

[@Trevlee74]

Ah my favorite kind of TB video. Long-form instructional.

[@nrgreenresourcesonsulting]

Let me just say this. A lot of people may be skeptical of what Matt and Tim say regarding upgrading hardware. When Matt says he has learned hard lessons, so have I. He is 100% correct. I don't care how premium the bait is or how much you've paid for it, I've been down that road of thinking that the lure that you've just dropped $20 or $30 on must have a good set of hooks and rings. They don't. Just get over that hurdle. Get those hyper-wire rings. Learn about hook sizes and wire gauge and make sure that if you're throwing a lure that requires a treble , that the hook won't bend out, even if you're throwing it on a moderation action rod. It's not a glamorous part of fishing, to study treble hooks, or spending evenings swapping out hardware, and it certainly isn't cheap, but good god it's important. Big bass will make you look like a chump if you don't at least try and set things up in your favor.

[@richardbossman9875]

And not just treble hooks, when a potential PB bends out a hook on a finesse jig because that’s what you chose to throw instead of a proper jig you’ll feel the pain all the same. I’m at the point now where my float and fly hooks will be 7/0...lol

[@cazbarsaelao4663]

Totally agree with you! It will matter when you hook a giant! We spend so much time trying to hook one and you have to be setup for success or risk the nightmares of loosing it!

[@richardbossman9875]

Big difference between fish that will bulldog into cover and one that you can let run for hundreds of yards. I’ve caught two and a half foot long carp on 1 lb test but that wouldn’t translate well into bass fishing.

[@kimberlypratt1408]

like taking home a Harley and replacing the stock rubber hoses with stainless steel braided lines BAM!

[@croomrider9785]

Caught my old pb 8lber on a jackall gantreal swimbait, completely bent one of the treble hooks out, it was barely hooked.

[@matterickson1740]

I am so ready to get into the swimbait game I’m gonna start with some smaller stuff until I can get my dedicated set up but you guys have a way of really making a guy comfortable and confident to try something

[@gtflyer]

Only 1 word to describe this vid...AWESOME !!!!!!!!!!!! Thank Matt.

[@kdot2427]

I'm so glad you guys did the hook size by bait listing down there! That's something I've always wanted to see but didn't want to hassle you guys about.

[@scottspilman7580]

Thanks for the teachings over the years, I put a S-Waver 169 to work last night and caught a 6.5. I guarantee I would have never caught this fish or thrown that bait if it wasn’t for you guys. Thank you for everything to do for us.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thats awesome!! Congratulations Scott!

[@scottspilman7580]

@@tacticalbassin so today I went back to the lake put more of your swim bait lessons to work. I decided to throw a Hud68 weed less and see what happened. Well I got that “Tick” and hit her as hard as I could, but I guess it wasn’t good enough. She came to the surface and shook loose, but I still wanted to thank you for all your knowledge and willingness to teach others. I hooked and saw the biggest bass I have ever seen in person because of you. My question is, what now? Did I blow my shot or do I just go back in a few days and try from a different angle? Thanks again.

[@arlinwright1819]

I think this might just be the best video from you guys yet, I soooo want to get into big bait fishing.

[@ata1421]

Thats it, Matt Allen I know back, So long no one, I mean it no one make such awesome informative and detail video about swim baits. Thank you so much and great great job.

[@blkfshrtv4926]

Going to add this to my fish school list. Thank you for expanding my knowledge tactical bassing.

[@harrisonnelson1064]

Hey Matt! I’m from Wisconsin and I visited Florida and caught a 8.5 pounder (my pb) in a pond on the ganteral! Now watching this video I know why I caught that fish!

[@smorrow0816]

This is better than BassU material. I was GLUED for 1.5 hours! Great content!

[@jimreilly5770]

Absolutely phenomenal video! The MOST I've ever learned from a single video. Really glad you take the time to make these and give them to us for free. You could easily charge for this content. Thank you Matt and Tim 💚

[@kenmccarthyfishing]

🔥🔥🔥Yahooooooo that was INCREDIBLE thank you Matt and Tim,Good luck “EVERYONE “!!!

[@greenpighunter6930]

Thank you Matt for for the countless hours spent accruing that knowledge you just shared with us. Felt like I was sitting in the boat with you. Looking forward to some Chick swimbaiting videos.

[@pj3p488]

the most amazing worthwhile swimbait video ever.

[@peterboyd5618]

Thanks for the shout out and helpful insights :) - a pond guy

[@mikegardiner3934]

I absolutely love the long seminar on swim baits! So much valuable information provided. Thanks Matt!

[@yatesbaitstv6796]

Gold as always guys, having a hard time on my home waters but your techniques have turned what would of been terrible days into not so bad days on the water. Appreciate everything you two do!

[@lukem7347]

I like how technical and in depth your videos are!

[@markphilippsjr]

Pond love😁 Thanks for looking out for the Pond creatures. Great content as always

[@legionssb]

“ hmmm... this vid is pretty long. But who cares if I’m late to school!!!! I was watching TacticalBassin anyway. Awesome vid Matt I really wanted to see one of these!

[@aidencamp3837]

My favorite video of all time.