This Is How We Catch Bigger Bass In Spring! (Shallow Water Tricks)

[@donaldtruster1064]

Thanks learned alot from this teaching! Still fighting cancer, hopefully be off chemo soon & feel like fishing, didn't stop me from buying new tackle today ,thanks means alot ,prayers please,God is good!

[@tacticalbassin]

Hang in there Donald!! You will be in our prayers!

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

"Maybe random. Probably not." Great statement that. I think you nailed it at the end: I thought this was an excellent example of how to find active fish and then develop a plan to target larger fish based on those initial findings. Impressive stuff, and wow, it must have been hard to leave that spot. Thanks Matt, and have a great day, everyone. Good luck out there!

[@thelizardshaman7004]

though, the next fish right after that was on a orange crankbait and he starts talking about how good a orange bait is.

[@shawngillespie1746]

I’ve seen most, maybe all, of your “where fish go” videos. I think this video was awesome! I have a much better understanding of pre-spawn after watching this. You guys are AWESOME!!!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks so much! I'm really glad this helped!

[@tayloralexis1504]

We just got over 2 feet of snow where I live... Restrung my poles 2 days before the snow.... So now I'm sitting here watching this and holding one my poles.. it almost feels like I'm outside 🤣🤣😆😂😂😆🤣😂

[@reilyjanikowski6]

Same here man, hate the dang snow

[@troycote4503]

Me too in Central Massachusetts. My power was out at noon yesterday, till a half hour ago. We got absolutely pounded!!!

[@Tbowie13]

🤣...I'm in Arkansas so I we have had warmer days, but I feel your pain. I can't tell you how many videos I've watched with a pile of jerkbaits or crankbaits on the table upgrading hooks and whatnot, just to be able to play a little bit! 😆

[@yakbassinoutdoors5453]

🤣 that’s funny. Same here in Indiana

[@andybales7318]

Just pretend the snow is thick vegetation on the lake...do some punchin' through the snow...use a 1 1/2 oz weight

[@baitchuckin]

Awesome Job! Who needs a text book when you're out here putting on a clinic? Cheers Matt!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks! It was a lot of fun!

[@BillQuick-qo6lp]

I learned so much just by watching Matt practicing what he preaches! That’s awesome!

[@FanOfLiberty1776]

A masterclass!! Thank you, Matt! More videos of active fishing, please. Showing baits, location/condition, techniques, etc. this is the stuff that really helps us mortals learn how you guys do it.

[@patrickgriffith303]

Outstanding! you guys are the real deal! I have been watching you guys for a few years now, and I have learned so much in that time. I fish on the Tennessee River as well, and the information you guys give on your channel is definitely the reason why my bass fishing confidence has shot up. Keep up the great work, and I will be looking forward to the next video to drop. Thanks Matt and Tim!

[@brettg4386]

So satisfying landing on schools like that and what a way to end it, you and Tim make the best videos! I hope his pinky is alright!

[@McFish_Snatcher]

That golden shiner jackhammer man.... it kills all year round all across the world, not just the nation. By far the most underrated color pattern

[@tacticalbassin]

For sure!!

[@ACHVPEAK]

Always enjoyed bass fishing and I recently started watching KZbin videos about it. I watch a ton of your content! Great Stuff. I've heard in other videos of you talking about going out with clients or customers. Do you take people out on trips too?

[@FullTimeFishing]

I hope everyone reading this catches their pb this spring!

[@larrymiller4118]

Matt, you and Tim are the best. I am a kayak lake fisherman. You guys have made me a better angler. Now I can go to the lake and not feel overwhelmed on any given day. Been watching this channel for years. Thanks guys!!!

[@FishHuntFreedom]

I’m pretty sure Matt and Tim did write the textbook on bass fishing 😂 Too good

[@chadsmith1146]

That was absolutely a blast to watch!! Can’t wait for the snow and ice to be gone in MN so I can get on the damn water! Thanks for the great content as always, definitely gunna try and throw around that fire craw ATV during opener.

[@neiljohnsen276]

This video was perfect timing! Finally getting the kayak out on Berryessa this weekend. I can't wait to put this knowledge to use. Gotta feeling, this is gonna be a good year fishing. Water levels are back! Tight lines!!!

[@chrismargarum6863]

Appreciate it Matt, I’ve learned so much over the last few years that has taking my fishing to all new levels, when I go out with friends and other guys and just destroy them, I owe so much to this channel thanks guys.

[@nupespr92]

Class was in session! I'm just soaking up all this knowledge for when the pre-spawn and Spring actually arrives here in the Midwest. The fish here are still on their Winter patterns, but videos like this help me prepare for what I know is coming!

[@fordham64]

Just such SUCH good content! Thanks for helping me get better each video. This video was incredible in the steps shown to track down the big one. You guys are the best! Going to take the learnings out on the Potomac River today. Everything I implement that you have shared in your videos works! Really everything!

[@kenostergaard7062]

Thank you very much for adding the water temperature of the day It gives me a better idea On what to fish and wear to fish. I've learned a lot from you guys I really appreciate your shows keep up the good work

[@jeswright35]

Matt&Tim !! Love these guys.. My Mentors in this game.. I love top water, so much!!! I'm so grateful that he put this out.. Blessing Blessing !! thanks Matt&Tim!

[@joshualemelle8626]

Nothing like catchin a nice one when you call last cast 🔥

[@jasonbruno3483]

Hey Matt, During the stop-and-go retrieve with your crankbait, were you coming into contact with the bottom the whole time or just on occasion? Great video as always!

[@richardblake4777]

What a day Matt, you murdered them. Great video for early spring, thank you.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Richard!

[@force9966]

I don’t wanna meet the guy who doesn’t like Matt. Such a beauty. Thanks for the vid

[@johanvanderwath9109]

Moving into winter here in South Africa. But this is info that I’ll definitely use come early spring later this year. Great video!!

[@jtotherog]

Yoooo the South Africa special color by zoom is one of my favorites z craws! Lol just a thought! 🍻

[@Tiresmoke7]

You Found my anchor !! I 've been lookin all over for it !!

[@Sher0420-v]

Still too cold up here in South Jersey but we’re close. Thanks for taking us along, Matt. Can’t wait to get out there.

[@jakemoore954]

Finally smoked my oldhead in a friendly competition could be the cold water could be all the studying I've done keep up the good work

[@tiberiusa.4009]

On the last cast!!! Awesome!!

[@nathanseiple5044]

Man I wish my last casts were as awesome as yours! As always, great video

[@Tbowie13]

Matt, you kill me with those flip-flops! My arthritic feet would be in agony if I did that when it was cold enough to require bibs! Good on ya, and that good circulation...enjoy it while ya got it!

[@tagg946]

i love fishing when bass are just chasing shad at the surface this time of year. and actually, for me here in indiana, the bass have been chasing shad at the surface all winter, especially on the calm overcast days. its wild how active they can be in frigid, rainy weather when there are shad swimmin around.

[@mikek3638]

This video is getting me pumped for fishing this year. I hope my early fishing day is close to this one. Looked like a blast.

[@tacticalbassin]

Awesome! Thanks for coming along!

[@pacman_17]

Glad you were able to find the big bass on the last cast.

[@rodneychandler82]

Thanks for the great Vid Matt . Starting to put together a much better understanding of Bass after plenty years on the water, building a great library of info based on following your KZbin Vid's. Hads had a big effect on my bassing mentality . 😁

[@tacticalbassin]

Awesome Rodney! We're happy to help!

[@dennisederer3594]

Excellent. You proved how utilizing a systematic approach will find the fish.

[@greghiday]

Great video Matt. Enjoy on the water videos. Learning so much.

[@FreedomFishing]

Thank you for stressing the water temps! 🤙The pickerel have started their prespawn bite in parts of the north too!

[@SamBlumer]

can't smash th like button hard enough. "last cast" . its always that one.

[@tacticalbassin]

Ha! Thanks Sam!!

[@micahgrim2597]

This was super helpful! Great call out on that last cast!! Haha

[@travisdorrrell5906]

Thank you for really explaining the strategy behind your fishing. Keep sending those videos. Good luck this year

[@c.shoefish]

That right there was an excellent day of fishing. Another great video.

[@andrewwilborn4144]

Love the videos of y’all just fishing. Need more of them.

[@johnnyweaver1300]

I love these videos of you smashing them, plus you tell us how to do it & give us the colors & you link everything in the description, it doesn't get any better 👍🎣

[@vuexiong6087]

Yeah buddy! Love the fishing teaching vids

[@rickyparker1149]

Appreciate all the work you guys put in. I’ve learned a lot from you guys the last several years.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Ricky!

[@robertwolfe848]

Awesome video Matt you sure know what you're talkin about you would make a great teacher

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Robert!

[@kylemolletfishing9123]

I can't believe you pulled up that anchor ⚓

[@mikegardiner3934]

great way to finish the day, Matt!

[@michaelosterhoudt6986]

I watch your video all the time thank u

[@stormhunted]

I'm always learning something new from you guys!

[@ILOutdoors]

I love all your videos but found todays to be very informative. Thank you!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks for coming along! We're glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼

[@benjaminlogan9432]

I'm hoping to get the bass fishing started again at the college I attend. There use to be a team. Some buddies of mine and I are trying to get the team started up again

[@DavidMccallister65]

Another stellar performance by my guy😎🤙🇺🇸

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks David!!

[@skywalkerv8700]

Anchor must have been a PB! Awesome video.

[@tacticalbassin]

Ha! PB for sure!

[@Fryinpansvols]

Great content! I hope we’re able to pound some on Watts Bar on Friday! My buddy and I have a tournament out of Ladd Landing in Kingston. We love that lake! I’m going to pick up some Bill Lewis ATV’s tomorrow. Wish us luck!

[@johnbutler307]

Matt thanks for great video and the tips.

[@craigmartin7179]

Do you offer guide services on Chickamauga?

[@brandonrussVOLS-FAN-4-LIFE]

Heck yeah you guys rock!!

[@derekmcdougal262]

60 degree water temps here in tucson arizona

[@JustinC0219]

Every time Matt said “another one” all I could think about was “DJ Khaled-ANOTHA ONE”

[@patklinger9894]

can't wait to get out.. cold here

[@douglasspickler4925]

Thanks for sharing your trip. It's nice to go along. In watching 👀 you fish, it reminds me of how much I dislike 👎 a butt seat. However, the older I get my balance is not as good so I have to use mine.

[@VinceNiergarth]

Great work!

[@Douglaspeabody316]

Dude That Was Cool.. Thanks For Sharing..👍🏻👊🏼

[@Twangtown7]

Well, Matt succeeded in getting all the red 1.5 ATVs sold out. Lol.

[@gooberspad27video]

fantastic!!!!

[@heinrichkellogg7563]

🍺Enjoyed it.👍

[@BasslivesmatterLLC]

I really got to try bottom hopping that LV and Jackall TN MORE nice vid matt

[@johnhancock9311]

Hey guys… when do you decide to throw the squarebill over a lipless? Are you running the ATV along the bottom? Love your and Tim’s content… has helped me catch a ton of fish over the years!

[@CoiKickapoo]

Dude, when you pulled that anchor out, you should have sold a sponsorship ad 😂That’s nuts that your line didn’t break, how heavy a leader is Matt using? 👍🙌🏻👏🏼

[@IV-fad]

Hey Matt! When are you going with that ATV over the Rocco?

[@tuboutdoorfishing9175]

God bless you guys ❤

[@gunadoo]

I havn't fished since November. I'm about ready for this ice to melt..

[@ReelEmN]

Nice work! What's the retrieve ratio on the reel with the red crank?

[@tacticalbassin]

7:1 👍🏼

[@doughoutz6111]

Hey tactical bassin can you do a updated video on how you self film with go pro settings and setup !?

[@TableMountainHomeInspection]

First, always quality tips and info for us viewers! Thanks Matt....but I have to laugh....hoodie, bundled up under AFTCO gear and FLIP FLOPS! ha...the signature flip flops. I honestly do not know why you dont do a line of Matt Allen Tactical Flips in more subdued colors for clear days and bold colors for those overcast days!!!

[@jenlvjim]

That anchor was hilarious. Would any of your choices change if the water was 5 inches of visibility?

[@tacticalbassin]

I might add a bright Chartreuse in if they weren't eating the bold red but otherwise no.

[@chrisbaldwin7734]

Are you seeing these fish on the graph or just hit and miss covering water? Good video, very informative.

[@tacticalbassin]

Just covering water on likely locations 👍🏼

[@chrisbaldwin7734]

@@tacticalbassin Hey Matt, when you do your new boat review, can you explain why you picked the boat y'all did? Tim did a great job on the electronics but I want to know more about the boats stability. You guys sold me on the 210, what features jumped out at you with the Skeeter? Love the new boat, gorgeous!

[@tacticalbassin]

Great question! The 210s are unreal in rough water and we're still in love with them! The Skeeter is a very solid rough water ride and it's extremely DRY. I love not catching spray over the side in rough water! One of the biggest selling points for me (besides the lay out, padded deck, comfy seats, etc) was the Yamaha SHO on the back. I'm a Yamaha fanatic and am really excited to be running a brand new SHO!

[@chrisbaldwin7734]

@@tacticalbassin Japanese tech is superior. Rods, reels, baits, motors.

[@chrisbaldwin7734]

@@tacticalbassin Matt, thank you for answering my questions. Thank you very, very much for your knowledge and y'alls channel. I've been bass fishing for 50+ years. I've followed Roland Martin, Jimmy Houston, Bill Dance, Doug Hannon, KVD and a lot of the major pros over the decades. No one and I mean none of them have taught me as much as I've learned from your channel in the last 7 years. Every technique I've tried from your channel has produced more and bigger fish than anything I'd previously learned. You guys are a Godsend. Thanks brother and keep up the good work!

[@gerryhazelton9569]

Matt , do you tear some of the spunk shad off ? Or use it whole ?

[@tacticalbassin]

Use it whole 👍🏼

[@williamgould2470]

Do you still use the blood net to connect leader material to braid. I know you didn't use Braid in this video.

[@tracycampbell4526]

Love your videos. I think it would be great if you guys included a running time/date stamp on the fishing content so the view can see when this is taking place, and, for a bit of realism, how much time elapses between fish.

[@tacticalbassin]

Yeah, It can be hard to tell. For the schools of fish it was literally back to back to back 👍🏼

[@Willford23]

Do you only use red in the spring?

[@timpolnaszek]

Only Matt can call the last cast Babe Ruth fashion

[@vansaukam799]

Easily my favorite manner in which to power fish...hooked into 10 bass and landed 8 from shore at Long Hunter State Park last weekend. On a 15lb Boga, two scaled ~ 4 lbs, two at 3.25-3.75, rest were 1.5-2.5 pounds and lost two fat females of the same 4lb range size or larger and all were in 2-5 fow. Weather was windy, cloudy and chilly on Saturday and cold/windy/cloudy on Sunday (post overnight drizzling rain). A couple of fellas were actually catching pre-spawners slow rolling white buzzbaits in shallow water as well...my biggest were all on on #4.5 gold Hildebrandt Colorado blades Booyah Covert spinnerbaits, one with a Yamamoto spider grub on green pumpkin/red flake and the other with a custom tied green pumpkin/blue/chartreuse strand belly skirt + Keitech 3.8 in green pumpkin/orange-chart belly (all of the bigger fish were in the secondary cove right outside of the primary furthest back spawning cove). The smaller bass were all caught on a SK red/orange 3/8 squarebill (back of the last cove). FWIW I was using a couple Megabass, on OG Orochi 7'11" Cyber Shootist/Z2020H(30lb braid/17 fluoro), 30th Anniversary LWL Super Diablo II/2019 Steez Morethan PE SV (14lb Sufix Siege), and Evergreen TKIC Super Stallion/OG Zillion Type R (15lb CXX).

[@FishOn1]

That certainly ‘anchored’ your bag for the day.

[@tacticalbassin]

Ha!

[@jmanf223]

nice dude

[@hitmhard]

Hey Matt, That st. Croix legend tournament is a glass rod right?

[@DarrenDarby]

What's your thoughts on the Megabass Flatside instead of the G Loomis IMX PRO 855 CBR for LV500 and TN70 bottom hoppin?

[@Mdgreenlee]

When you’re running between points, do you use your trolling motor or fire up the outboard? And do you ever skip points or go right on down the line

[@thetexanist]

What size treble hooks does the Jackal TN70 need to upgrade? Thanks.

[@jeffreyriddle4645]

How do you appy.."backing out", for smallies on a river? I fish the susquehanna river in pa

[@killahdj]

What happen to the links on the baits you using, great vid!!

[@tacticalbassin]

They're there 👍🏼 Depending on the device you're using you might have to hit "more" or the "..." at the end of the first couple sentences, but it's there for you.

[@rfd10001]

Looking at the Bill Lewis ATV it looks the same body wise as the SB57 only has a plastic bill vs circuit board? What’s the difference action wise?

[@coltoninabnit177]

So I'm from Indiana. 2 weeks ago we were looking good low to mid 50s water temp. Last 2 weeks the weather turned. Got off Lake today and water temp was 44° and I was lost. What's the best thing to do when the weather takes a turn like this?

[@AdventurerAnthony]

Hey Matt, what GoPro mount are you using? Is it mounted to the windscreen?

[@kellymoore4517]

Yes, clipped to windshield.

[@Nickolas7979]

They are reacting better here with a zman minnow instead of the spunk shad on jackhammer here in Central Florida

[@hunterjarnigan7220]

Hey Matt it would be really helpful if y’all could talk about fish movement. I’m just east of you by 2 hours and a couple weeks ago water temps hit 60 on my lake during the evening time I’d like to know what the bass do that have moved up then we get slammed by a big cold front like we have now and water temps drop 10+ degrees

[@scottturner3762]

Are you fishing out of Tim's boat?