Want To Catch A Record Fish? Here's How!

[@kenmccarthyfishing]

❤️🏆 absolutely incredible Matt 🔥🔥

[@bskull182]

Heading to Clear Lake for a 2 day tournament this weekend... can't wait! watching these vids gets me pumped!

[@tacticalbassin]

Good luck bud!

[@bskull182]

thanks!! ended up saying hi to you guys out on the water and at the weigh in. made my weekend! almost beat catching 2 five pounders! :)

[@Pziehm34]

Shoutout to Wisconsin @ 3:28!!! lol... I'm gunning for a Wisconsin PB Largemouth & Smallmouth this year Matt...I appreciate the great advice!

[@tacticalbassin]

Get 'em Paul!

[@jakebrunton8519]

You are defiantly teaching me how to catch bigger fish, my PB is now on a Jig! And I have started to throw 10 inch worms looking to upgrade to even bigger bass!

[@tacticalbassin]

Awesome!!

[@brysonosteenfishing3126]

You guys need for videos like these y'all are awesome

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Brother!

[@tomclark6689]

Fantastic video Matt.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Tom!

[@kdub8516]

video just got me pumped up to go fishing...probably shouldn't call in to work tomorrow to fish all day but probably will ahhhhhhhhh let's go

[@tacticalbassin]

Hahahaha

[@ianeckerstorfer5737]

Dropping straight wisdom!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@justintimeforfishin773vidz]

love this channel

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@troycote6422]

I watched a ton of your videos than watched some KVD tournaments and put the Senko down and covered water last year.Boy it paid off big time! I still love Senkos and have them in every color imaginable. I now throw them when I have to not all the time. Thanks Guys Awesome Video!

[@tacticalbassin]

Awesome! Sounds like you're doing great things!

[@tiefsa]

I've considered printing out a list of Wisconsin state records, and then figuring out which one is the easiest to break and then target that fish. Good tips.

[@tacticalbassin]

For sure! That's a great approach!

[@davidjackson4053]

most people spend there lives trying to catch a giant bass and a lot of them never succeed in doing so. if they would take there time to listen to great teacher like you I think there odds would greatly improved. again great job. ...

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you David!

[@MarkPolsky]

Great info many thanks Matt!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks for watching Mark!

[@carlzink8683]

good info!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@anaxiong837]

Very nice video, keep them coming

[@tacticalbassin]

Will do!

[@blackedoutgst]

awesome videos guys.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@cadenkramer5481]

Awesome video.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!!

[@DwayneMcguire]

very good info , 👍🎣

[@BoSpeyrer]

Have you guys done a video on knots to use on big swimbaits?

[@tacticalbassin]

We sure have but the main knot is a San Diego Jam

[@virginiaowen]

you helped me dubble the waight of my old pb I now have a 1:10 lb pb thank you guys

[@tacticalbassin]

That's so awesome! Congratulations!

[@garretthall2651]

great video I love it

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Garrett!

[@terrydoner5957]

Pretty good information

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@underpar3030]

Made a conscious effort to throw jigs instead of smaller soft plastics I grew up on last year and the formula worked textbook. I never caught quantity like I did with smaller worms and tubes, but the quality was so much better on the jig bites I got. Just going to keep working my way up the food chain and I'll get my double digit soon!

[@tacticalbassin]

AWESOME! Great job Brian!

[@noahwalton3602]

Good stuff. Let's hear about those records

[@tacticalbassin]

:-) I'm sure those stories will come up in the future

[@tucowept]

Great vid, I'm a swim baiter having his worst year ever. I'm getting nothing, the lakes I'm on have giant bass but right now they are tough. Some guys stuck a big one that I've heard of, but for me it's been tough and expensive , already lost several Hudds and a Deps 250, now I'm working on losing my Talons. Vids like this help, thanks.

[@tacticalbassin]

Its tough Brother! Those dry spells are the worst but this is a very odd year. Your turn is coming!

[@Search-money]

Great vid!!👍 do lmb usually eat yellow perch or black crappie if there's blue gill in the same body of water??

[@tacticalbassin]

They'll eat them all :-)

[@matpleadwell2901]

loved the video. It really put how to approach the water in prospective when sesrching for those true giants. Two questions what knots do you suggest for larger baits and second what is your opinion on fish attractants?

[@tacticalbassin]

San Diego Jam knot and not a huge fan of attractant

[@michaelteaby1160]

One day!! Yes. One day it will happen!! Never stop trying!

[@jasoncobb7540]

damn Matt..great video..always watch ur guys vids to the end..EVERY angler who is serious about catching a big fish should watch this video and ur seminar videos..Ive learned so much from yours and Tim's videos and Ive caught some really nice fish for my area here on Long Island (6s,7s and an 8) after soakin up ur guys knowledge..I havent landed a true true GIANT.........yet..but its coming..ive been puttin the time in and dedication..i will find one over 9..again man..awesome video and breakdown..there isnt a better channel for useful proven knowledge to catch better fish..keep crackin em brother..

[@tacticalbassin]

That's awesome Jason!! You're slaying those Eastern Monsters!

[@keanureeves1915]

the best fishing guru in KZbin... hands down..keep it up man.. your info made us better angler

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you Daniel!!

[@whackemwilly1498]

The knowledge you are willing to give out to the public is one of the many reasons I greatly appreciate this channel!!! I always find myself feeling renewed and pumped after watching your vids!

[@tacticalbassin]

Yeah buddy! Thanks for watching!

[@TheSnake2009]

Another great instructional video. Thanks Matt!!!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@czykrepublic4323]

Keep putting out videos like this guys, your channel is going to blow up. It's the best source of useful bass fishing info on KZbin.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you!

[@CWdobro]

Hi Matt, great videos I was going to order the go to jig but they are out of stock so hopefully they restock soon. I'm not sure on color or color of tail. Is that a good choice I live in Ri and have years worth of bass fishing just not with jigs but want to work on it. I'm guessing probably a 3/8 for up here. Thanks and keep vids coming👍

[@tacticalbassin]

Go To, Green Pumpkin Craw, Supermatt Brown are all favorites of mine. 3/8 or 1/2 ounce will both work well.

[@Keep_It_Loaded]

Thanks for sharing Matt

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@afishaholic432]

Hey Matt and Tim I was wondering if you guys can do a video on reading barometric pressure for prime bass fishing times!

[@tacticalbassin]

We will add it to the list. Thank you!

[@benzerzanek5837]

This video really hit home. I have really been trying to catch my new pb recently. I found out about this pond that gets very little pressure, and has GIANTS. My friend caught his PB recently on a keitech EZ shiner, it was just under 6 pounds. and I have gottonen fives out of there which is good for Wisconsin. They seem to be feeding on bluegill and crawfish in the pond. So I honestly don't know what to throw lol. Any advice? Awesome video guys, keep it up please. I don't know what I would do without your videos! -Your biggest fan.

[@tacticalbassin]

Throw a swimbait and a jig, you're going to get a monster!

[@benzerzanek5837]

Thanks guys, your awesome!!!!!!!!

[@thetopwaterking2420]

you guys should go to lake fork

[@tacticalbassin]

We try to fish Fork every couple years. Fished it last summer with a bunch of elite pros and had a blast!

[@thetopwaterking2420]

what was the biggest one you caught

[@lexa.k.a.chadhaz1331]

What's you favorite knots to use for the big baits?

[@tacticalbassin]

San Diego jam

[@tedmccarthy1401]

Such a incredible video and some solid tips on how to catch the biggest fish of your life. Thanks Matt keep the videos coming!!!!!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you Ted!

[@telefunkenyou47]

Just the kind of pep talk I needed right now. Big fish bites are few and far between. Being able to capitalize on them when they do happen, just became this years focus. And it will help me lighten my tackle load, which is another issue I needed to address. Good stuff!

[@tacticalbassin]

Glad to hear it! Have fun out there!

[@soflokayaker688]

Are you coming to Icast this year?

[@tacticalbassin]

Not this year, got too booked up with the guide service

[@huntnfishnuts5880]

Great info as always thanks Matt.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@sutton3z]

What's your opinion on the new expride rods and how would you compare them to a dobyns in the similar price range

[@tacticalbassin]

So far Im very impressed! The new Dobyns are great but i think the new Exprides are a little lighter. - Tim

[@sutton3z]

can you throw braid with leaders on the shimano or are the guides to small i haven't seen one in person.

[@johnnydeluca7599]

What would be my best knot to tie for straight braid?

[@tacticalbassin]

Double San Diego Jam

[@Bran-don3]

are local reservoirs a good place to catch big fish?

[@tacticalbassin]

Definitely

[@lukew9357]

when using bigger swimbaits do you use a leader or just straight braid or just straight fluro?

[@tacticalbassin]

Braid to mono leader

[@lukew9357]

how long of a leader do you use?

[@smoovefishing]

This is the best channel on you tube!! So informative!!!!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you!!!!

[@briangipson3636]

In south Arkansas and north Louisiana several anglers use smaller baits, including me. Although, I caught three 6 pound Bass on the same color half oz. spinner baits, so now I am going to throw bigger baits and target those larger fish after seeing this video.

[@joshmerrill9945]

Thank you for being not only being willing but happy to share your accumulated knowledge because it has 100% uped my game .. I live in oregon where our state record large is 12 and smallie is 8 pounds. So please tell me why the largemouth bass just cannot seem to reach that mammoth sized!? Again thank you for everything you do

[@331slash]

awesome video man, could you do a follow up of how to properly handle a possibld record, I know you said yall have had some mishaps. itd be cool if you told those stories to thanks

[@tacticalbassin]

For sure!

[@chriswalls5831]

I'm on some big bass I've caught 6,7 and 8s lost some big bass from hooks being bent or just getting off as I pull them in.

[@traviscook7231]

These kind of videos you do are the best. I've been trying to break the Minnesota state record, which is only 8lbs 15oz. I found a lake where I have caught dozens of 5 to 6 pound bass which is just unheard of in MN. However, the lake is only a couple acres which you said doesn't usually breed state records. Would this be a good lake to find a state record or should I head to bigger bodies of water instead.

[@tacticalbassin]

If its producing 6's you just never know. But I'm concerned that you're catching a lot of them... typically that means there is a top end. If there was one monster in there surrounded by dinks you might have a better chance.

[@traviscook7231]

Ok thanks for the advise, tomorrow is bass opener so I'll see if I can get some monsters this year!

[@JakelaWeeze]

I caught my pb 8lbs 3 oz off a 5” wacky rig and 1 ought hook yesterday. I’m new to bass fishing. Do wacky rigs normally catch tanks?

[@zachariahadams]

How do you feel about Houston county lake or has that hole been burned?

[@tacticalbassin]

Not familiar with it but give it a shot!

[@zachariahadams]

they talk about it like they talked about lake fork in the 90s.

[@markcantrell2470]

I have not taken the boat out night fishing but I want to. Anyway you could show what I need and some safety stuff regarding night fishing

[@II_JP_II]

Here is record breaking - about 3 weeks ago on the second cast ever with a spinnerbait my friend landed a 9lb 4oz largemouth ... it was his FIRST bass he ever caught! Very 1st bass he lands a giant!...... oh main thing, keep up the good work Matt! 👍

[@tacticalbassin]

That's so crazy! Congratulate him for us!

[@tatecappi8057]

Matt I fish sam Rayburn and we have tons of stump fields offshore how would u target these bass within the stumps

[@tacticalbassin]

Just remember that the biggest bass will take the best spots. Whether that is the tighest grouping of stumps, a bigger stump, a deeper stump, or a stump in a creek bend you'll have to figure out but they'll be on the best stuff every time.

[@jamescolby5912]

Obviously bass in New York don't get that big but should I still try out a few swim baits?

[@bradchavez9448]

I noticed in the 90's everybody was throwing the standard size lizards but I saw much smaller lizards in the lakes and rivers in Alabama. The 4 inch lizard caught some quality spots and largemouths.

[@GeorgiaOutdoors]

By far the most informative channel on youtube. Always learn from these videos

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you!

[@fgmateusz9652]

what baits to use for nightfish?

[@fatheremmons85]

I love watching fishing videos where they have crazy good footage and shots and landing good fish. But I just learned more from this video than any other bass fishing video ive ever seen and thats what its really all about for me. Very good tips. Much appreciated!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@loganbaswell7421]

Are the bass spawning yet on Clearlake?

[@tacticalbassin]

They are but its stained so you can't see them.

[@lojofishing]

Dude that's impressive. 9 records broken by you guys. Legit

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@sethwalters9496]

Best video yet keep up the good work

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Seth!

[@hammerrough4204]

As always good pep talk Matt. Slaughtered it the other day 7 fish in 3 hrs but no big bites. Saw a monster but she wouldn't eat it. I'll work on the things I can control...

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks for watching Brother!

[@troycalvin8149]

What’s the best big bait rod and reel for people who can afford the $1-200 range of gear?

[@tacticalbassin]

No question, the 806 of this rod: bit.ly/2bGvlVV paired with this reel: bit.ly/2cvhtMO

[@mikeravet1645]

way to shout out wi. hope I can break the state record someday here in wi need an 11.4 to do so

[@tacticalbassin]

You can do it!

[@joshuaadams2931]

Are they on beds yet on Clearlake, if not when do you think they will?

[@tacticalbassin]

Yes I think so but its way too murky to see them

[@bigfishlittleboat4069]

i got both my pbs sunday. sm and lm on a jig. what was that swimbait that you can fish reactive?

[@garrettprater7259]

BigFishLittleBoat the boot tail in the video looked like a smash tech convict and the glide baits was a river2sea s-waver

[@tacticalbassin]

That's awesome man, congrats! Drop down the video description and you'll find links to every video we showed.

[@joshualerche7370]

Good stuff as always Matt!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!

[@countryfriedfishing]

Ive watched this video over 100 times and its still the best info on the internet. And over 100 times ive asked myself how the hell is he talking and not frogging that stuff??

[@mattling2567]

Been using the jackall dowzvido lately. It works great but one of the treble hooks broke. What size and what type of hooks are good replacements? Thanks

[@tacticalbassin]

Go with this hook in a size 6... bit.ly/2cWpeyw for an equal trade or this hook in a 5 for an upgrade... bit.ly/2dWWAut

[@mattling2567]

TacticalBassin thanks!!

[@joshwoodley2067]

I cant afford the big swimbaits but they do sell some in a shad color and size at walmart then they have a bluegill swimbaits should i try it?

[@channeI-doge]

love the tips, can´t use all of them, for example we can´t fish at night in Portugal

[@tacticalbassin]

Bummer! But definitely use the ones you can :-)

[@theoriginaltech019]

Need an updated video on this. You guys have been too busy to target records but would still be cool to hear it all again.

[@JS-qc5ep]

Caught my PB the other day. 7lb 14 oz largemouth on a PB&J jig

[@tacticalbassin]

Nice!! Congrats!

[@bda93561]

I've been throwing jigs for years, they just flat out catch fish of all sizes. Going to really concentrate more on throwing the Hudd this year . Thanks again for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks for watching Brando

[@josh.whitehead]

I caught my PB a 10-3 because of this video.

[@tacticalbassin]

That's what it's all about! Congratulations!!!

[@josh.whitehead]

Thanks bud! Keep it up love your content!

[@josh.whitehead]

I watch y'all, mikeyballz and Oliver on bigbassdreams. You guys have progressed me so much in the past 5 years. Mad love.

[@carlblackmon241]

my current pb largemouth bass is 7.96 pounds and im really trying to hit the 10 pound mark but i just cant find the lake to do it, i live in nc so do you have any suggestions on lakes to try besides jordan and norman

[@ibrahimpatel5164]

here in southern ontario I have to wait until the 3rd saturday in june to go bass fishing

[@tacticalbassin]

Hang in there!

[@will.o7002]

I fish in lakes with tons of small pike. Will using a steel leader reduce my odds of catching big bass?

[@tacticalbassin]

It definitely will reduce your bass bites.

[@Bran-don3]

I broke off a no doubt my pb this weekend. I set the hook it pulled drag felt it shake a few times then snapped. either a big fish or a Ga snapping turtle

[@nickedwards9498]

TEAM RACKIT wait until you see your pb right next to the boat and it shakes the lure while you're lipping it....been there a couple of times

[@Bran-don3]

Nick Edwards heart breaking lol

[@tacticalbassin]

Sorry Bud! It happens!

[@mcaetano2000]

Do you think a 5.8" Keitech is good for fishing slowly on the bottom for those record northern strain bass in the winter time cold water or do you think I should buy a Huddleston 68 or a 7" SmashTech? I just don't want to spend much since I fish from the bank only and lose a lot of baits, but don't want to hurt the odds of catching a record bass...

[@tacticalbassin]

For the money id go with the Keitechs. You get like 5-6 baits versus one. Good luck

[@teenguyen2311]

I caught my pb (8lbs) large mouth bass a couple days ago.

[@tacticalbassin]

Congrats!!

[@bassinnw3608]

What about catching larger fish in some what pressured water. I have a couple places locally that are man made and do house 6+ pound fish that i've caught. These places almost always have lines in the water. What do you do to find those kinds of fish and what do bass do to avoid pressure? I'm curious on your take on it as i've heard plenty of other opinions. These video has me fired up. I want to see a 7 pound bass this year and i know everywhere i fish can house a fish like that.

[@tacticalbassin]

Remember to switch things up. To put the odds in your favor use different baits than the others. Also focus your time fishing for them when others aren't. Like nighttime or cold weather months. - Tim

[@OldLadyAngler]

I'm out to catch a double digit bass and this is just the kind of advice I need to hear. Thanks for sharing!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks for watching!

[@brannanburdette2558]

TacticalBassin You mentioned night fishing but didn’t say anything about which type baits to use for night fishing? I’ve heard use buzz baits, large worms and drag top water but what do you recommend?

[@402bone]

I juuust missed my biggest fish ever.. I giant in the Midwest. I'm guessing an 8 pounder that I hooked on a square bill and she pulled off 4 feet from the boat! Heartbreaking but amazing to see her at the same time

[@dsbassguide]

Mike Boerner Grab yourself a swimbait setup and head back to that same body of water..good luck bud!

[@402bone]

KOAGtv I have a couple bigger swimbaits and am absolutely going to try some down there but that day it was all about grinding the rock really shallow, couldn't get bit on anything else

[@tacticalbassin]

Sorry Brother, it happens! Just keep chucking and count your blessings that you got to interact with such an amazing fish!

[@xMarIboro]

Do you have a recommendation for fishing pressured San Diego lakes?? These fish are obviously there, but the pressure on these fish is extreme. The water is clear and these fish see it all. Especially the small reservoirs where you can't use electronics (Poway, Wohlford, Dixon)

[@shaunroberts9361]

Matt, Dude that was the best video I think you have made since I have been watching you Channel. I mean it was spot on!!!!!! So thank you very much and I also thank you for the REPLY backs. They make me feel you guys are really reading the comments. You guys are the one of the best and again thank you...........

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Shaun! I'm glad its helping everyone

[@croomrider9785]

Caught a 5lber on football jig last year in a little pond next to a school, lol I was shocked.

[@godzilla633]

hey matt, good stuff u got there..im just curious what tips u have for night fishing since u mentioned in this video. ive never seen u have a video about trophy night fishing. i myself is pretty much strictly a straight swimbaiter guy and trophy hunter. if your reading this it would be awesome to see a vid of what u have to say!

[@tacticalbassin]

Search "tacticalbassin night fishing" and you'll find a very old series we did. Its time for an updated series but that's still very relevent information.

[@gscompton1965]

Matt i do believe thats the best fishing advice i have ever heard from some one....Kudos brother you hit the nail on the head !! God Bless

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you!!

[@AtypicalOutdoors]

Your dropping Gems.....thanks for the info!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Bud!

[@whitfieldathey5952]

I caught a 2.3 pound pumpkinseed and know for a fact it is a lake record I threw it back but have pics with measurements and his weight is there a way I could get the lake record certificate?

[@simplymidwestfishing6461]

What an awesome truthful video Matt. Risk= you cant discover new oceans unless you have the courage to lose site of the shore. If you keep throwin tubes and small soft plastics around your gonna continue to catch mostly smaller fish....but if your not scared to throw a bigger bait like a big swimbait the risk is worth the reward!!! Great video

[@chriswalsh8834]

Watched so many of yall's videos ... no idea why I did not watch this one before. Matt and Tim - huge shout out fellas. I'm a Newbie Angler from Nebraska, for now that is, thanks to your videos. You two have have made me a more effective fisherman

[@owenmurray1745]

As always, GREAT tips. Can't wait to apply them. The thing you said about nocturnal makes so much sense. Big Brown trout in rivers also go nocturnal, and only feed on mice at night. Anyway awesome tips can't wait to get my next shot at a PB.

[@tacticalbassin]

Yeah buddy! Your next PB is coming!