This Trick Catches Spring Bass When Its Tough! (Fishing The Extremes)

Come along for a fun day of bass fishing! Tim starts out catching fish with a free rig, but when the bite slows in the afternoon he turns to one of our favorite tricks! He pulls out the two extremes, in this case its a Magdraft Swimbait (big bait) and a Karashi (micro bait), and uses that combination to locate and catch fish long after the bite window had closed.
Using the "two extremes" approach will almost always show you where the fish are. Often times they'll eat the big bait, but if they're not willing to bite they're still likely to follow. The micro bait doesn't have the drawing power, but if you get it around the fish they're sure to eat it. This combination allows you to find the fish, then catch them, even when the bite is tough. Keep it in mind the next time you're fishing and the bite comes to an abrupt halt.
Below you'll find links to the exact baits Tim used throughout the day. We've also included the rods and reels he relied on for the various lures. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
FREE RIG COMPONENTS...
Bait- XZone Adrenaline Craw Jr (3.5"): bit.ly/3ebTO5h
Colors: Green Pumpkin Blk Flake
Hook- Owner Cover Shot HD: bit.ly/36Gunbf
Sizes: 2/0
Weight- Zappu Pinfree Shot Tungsten: bit.ly/48750Kw
Size: 3/16 oz
WACKY RIG...
•Yamamoto 5" Senko: bit.ly/2axAmNS
Color: Natural Shad
•Gamakatsu G Finesse Wacky Head: bit.ly/2faIevI
Size: 1/8 oz
MICRO CREATURE...
•ZMan TRD Bugz: bit.ly/2oiavEE
Color: Green Pumpkin
•Swagger Tungsten Worm Weight: bit.ly/3JuGesv
Size: 1/16 oz
•Owner Rig N Hook: bit.ly/2BnniXN
Size: 1
MICRO TWITCH BAIT...
•Megabass Karashi: bit.ly/3LwMGS7
Color: Kasumi Ito KS
SWIMBAITS...
•Megabass 6" Magdraft: bit.ly/2CANTU7
Color: Pro Blue Chart
•River2Sea S Waver 168: bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Color: Cali Hitch
•Huddleston Deluxe 68 Weedless (ROF 12): bit.ly/3GnqbuF
Color: Black Gizzard Shad
BFS CREATURE COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Expride 6'8" Light: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado BFS: bit.ly/2QGRVF2
Line- Seaguar InvizX (6 lb): bit.ly/2oVsG2Y
FREE RIG COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Expride B 7'2" Medium Light: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): bit.ly/2fdX1Uy
Line- Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): bit.ly/314VoyF
Leader- Sunline Super FC (10 lb): bit.ly/2p7fxju
S WAVER COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy: bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL (HG): bit.ly/2H44yjG
Line- Sufix 832 (50 lb): bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader- Sufix Advance (17 lb): bit.ly/3GJEUix
KARASHI COMBO...
Rod- Cashion Icon 7' Light: bit.ly/3mLIIes
Reel- Shimano Curado BFS: bit.ly/2QGRVF2
Line- Sufix 131 Braid (6 lb): bit.ly/314VoyF
Leader- Sunline Super FC (6 lb): bit.ly/2p7fxju
TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)
We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! It's all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...
TacticalBassin Lure Designs: bit.ly/38YpPIz
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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY...
Boat- Skeeter FXR 21: bit.ly/43GvGQh
Motor- Yamaha VMAX SHO 250 HP: bit.ly/3xolFv0
Trolling Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex Quest: bit.ly/41RErpY
Electronics- Humminbird Apex 13: bit.ly/3pdaK1q
Anchors- Minn Kota Raptors: bit.ly/3iMUrEJ
Camera- GoPro Hero 12: bit.ly/3MwQToy
*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…
Favorite sunglasses: bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite Rod Cover: bit.ly/3UewJEx
Favorite life jacket: bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Storage Box: bit.ly/3U9y4cl
Favorite Net: bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won't be able to even see a difference but they'll know you're one of us!
#swimbait #bfs #bassfishing

[@brandonsmith606]

Well just had shoulder surgery I'm in recovery now so I'm really going be living vicariously through you guys this year thank you for being there

[@curtisbailey7534]

Got my left one rebuilt last March as my 26th birthday present to myself. Thanks to the military for destroying it but they put it back together for free. I know how you feel, I decided to learn to use my right hand while my other one was still in a sling. Hopefully recovery is fast and you’ll be back out there soon!

[@jasondaniels209]

HA… same but on my left foot. They just found a blood clot so I’m dealing with that as well. Gonna be a shitty spring bcuz I can’t stand long enough to throw a bait around

[@user-jc5ov5ts2b]

Heal up dudes! The fish will be waiting! ✌️🇺🇲 OKC!

[@lanbonbob5146]

About to get my right shoulder done so we’ll see how well I can fish after

[@badneed]

Do every bit of physical therapy you can. I have a frozen shoulder.

[@frankmills4701]

I would really like to see a map breakdown on a highland reservoir. I struggle on my home lake because it's so deep. Thanks for all you do for us. I've learned so much watching your videos.

[@fongxiong1]

Fish bass behaviors. Summer/winter, main points and deeper ledges. Spring/fall, secondary points and back of coves. Hopes that helps.

[@jpap967]

"Should be a good day" *immediately gets snagged*

[@secretbassrigs]

Love your detailed post descriptions. Keep up the great work as usual guys!

[@alexrivero3299]

Congratulations, Tim on new boat! Thanks for always pushing forward 🙏.

[@stephanelavoie2258]

Beautiful place 🎉 … good fishing 🎣!

[@louisgerrain8944]

It's funny how this video came out today. I was just wondering last night about putting a nail weight in a magdraft. You read my mind Tim!!

[@jamesgbriley4471]

Love you guys! Videos are quality,content is always great! I have been following you guys since Clear lake years. You must miss Clear lake,and all those average three pound powerhouse fatty’s! I’m still here in Ca. Hate the politics,and pressured fish,but love the weather, and the chance of a double digit Bass! Keep them coming boys! Hope you and your family’s are doing well! Been better this year,because of two years of great rain fall in Ca. Tight lines and good luck my friends.

[@live2fishofficial]

The spring is my absolute favorite time to fish, not just because it’s the beginning of the season. It’s that rare opportunity to get on some great fat prespawn bass and the greatest chance to land your PB! While the fall has some great opportunities as well, up here in the north it just doesn’t hold the same excitement and anticipation that the beginning of the season holds. Tight lines!

[@PursuitofGameOutdoors]

Completely agree!! Bite getting good up here in Michigan 🔥

[@live2fishofficial]

@@PursuitofGameOutdoors yes it is! Where at in MI? I’m in southeast on Anchor Bay.

[@PursuitofGameOutdoors]

@@live2fishofficial we are on the west side, Grand Rapids. I want to try and get to Saint Clair for the first time this spring. We’ve got a few videos on our channel if you want to check them out! Chatter bait bite has been heating up 🔥

[@mikegardiner3934]

hey Tim, I too love the TRDbugz for pitching around! To me it’s one of the best bed baits as well as not intrusive. I can get cruisers and bed fish on it. And it will catch giants too! God bless!

[@adt83live]

I'll have to try that nail weight out on the 6" Magdraft. I find it hard to maintain a good speed while keeping it down. I really appreciate these little gems of knowledge. 💪🏼🎣

[@jaimeastin]

Love waking up to your videos. Getting ready to go to the office watching you all fish 😊

[@Fjb.trumpwon]

Fishing is just getting good here in Rhode Island southern mass .

[@PursuitofGameOutdoors]

Same up here in Michigan 🥶

[@doualor4574]

Congrats on the new boat Tim. Always look forward to these new videos of tips and adventures from you and Matt!

[@BorneoFishStation]

The newly release weedless hud? Can't wait for a review👍

[@andybales7318]

Must be nice fishing a day without 100 mph winds...I'm very jealous

[@PursuitofGameOutdoors]

Always windy up here I’m Michigan!! 😩

[@stephenallen6741]

Had a random thought the other thinking about all the videos yal make and was wondering what kind of reel maintenance do yal perform and was curious if you’d ever make a video on something of that nature. I just started buying Shimano’s over the cheaper bait casters I use to buy and want to keep them at their highest performing levels as I can.

[@andybales7318]

Don't always assume the more expensive reels last longer...I got burnt on that a few times in years past...I've had $50 dollar abu garcia baitcast reels last longer than $150 reels...my very first baitcaster, an Abu Garcia was $29.99 back in the 80's...worked for 14 years 😂

[@stephenallen6741]

@@andybales7318 oh trust me I know. I’ve got a high end Daiwa that sounds like it is about to explode from time to time and only on my 2nd year with it and I’ve got some cheap Lew’s and Abu’s I’ve had for years that don’t sound as bad. I just bought some of the Shimano Curado MGL’s and love the whole feel of them and can outcast anything else I have with them. And I’ll take my Curado BFS over my Kastking Zephyr any day. Just curious on the maintenance they perform seeing they fish as hard as they do

[@kensimpson8581]

Man these videos are gold. How long of leader do you use on the karashi?

[@fr.jakedog6.592]

Would love it if you would tell us what lake you were fishing...as always love your videos!

[@unolove]

awesome video! what reel handle do you have on that curado?

[@kevinwaller9470]

Hey do you ever keep any fish that you catch?? Great video.

[@kentbrown5369]

According to megabass you can fish a magdraft with a split ring instead of directly to the line tie and it will allow you to be able to reel faster without blowing out

[@FreedomFishing]

Is that the curado bfs? Is there something wrong with the drag to where its not smooth? I noticed you pulling line out at the boat with a fish on.

[@01dixieforever01]

I was there yesterday finessing with a Lizzie’s and couldn’t find almost any shallow. It was cold and cloudy though

[@mikemaahs638]

No monsters, but it looked like a good time. Spawn seems behind this year.

[@kensimpson8581]

Noticed your curado bfs had diffrent red handle knobs, are those aftermarket?

[@SeanShanahan9]

Thanks tim,beautiful lake! I have spent way too much on a couple rods just for the 168 waver, what is the best rod for that bait?

[@taze8835]

In the description he says 7 5 Zodias mh fast

[@ReactionGiants]

Ay bro when your after a big bite, whats your go to bigger soft fluke style bait?

[@CastToCatch]

I could have sworn there was a video of you guys at roosevelt lake in AZ. Is that right? Didn't you guys double up on DDs there?

[@codem0de]

Where do bass go in big rivers? I fish on the charles in boston and even though we have detailed topo maps of it, I still can't figure out where they go. I know the striper migrate up here around now so maybe it's all to do with that?

[@swj2556]

You guys mention this 6'10" Medium Expride ALL THE TIME! But there are 2 versions. Glass moderate or graphite moderate fast??? I bought the glass because it was available. Do I send it back and get the moderate fast action instead for a jerkbait rod or will the Glass work just as well?

[@jasonwilliams8875]

Where do you get you hook and weight holder on your rods bud?

[@rossespinoza768]

Which Aftco hoodie are you wearing?

[@brentsplinter1517]

What are those hook keepers you have on your Exprides. I want one !

[@justinhorst8803]

What size weight do you use for the free rig generally

[@mmorgan619]

I'm going to order the Cashion Icon. Going back and forth between the 6'8 ML and 7' L. Can you use them interchangeably? Help!

[@davejones7202]

What is the kill rate using the free rig? At least one fish had it deep and in Tongue. I try to avoid baits that have high rates of serious injury to fish.

[@jesseboyden3119]

I would get alot out of seeing a map of the lake u are fishing for the day and almost drawing a path of where u started and what u fished. Like a line not dots.

[@TWC6724]

What lake is it?

[@jordangryg5442]

do you read your comments ?

[@daniela.barajas8755]

I would like to see a camera chest mount. Especially when your back is facing the camera…

[@JustInfoYang]

1st🎉

[@sunwukongmonkeyking5561]

First!!

[@MaineStreamFishing]

When you say “see” do you mean you see them or you see them on electronics? Not trying to be funny or that guy. Lol

[@funkymojo111]

@11:58, he says he has electronics turned off. He is fishing shallow sight fishing.