Where Do Bass Go During Early Spring? (And How To Catch Them)

[@johnprioli1099]

Matt is a true orator, this is the best diagnosis and explanation ive heard in 25 years of bass fishing

[@KeepinItReelFishing]

There isn't a better "no BS" teacher for learning the nuances of the seasons and respective approaches. Matt (and Tim) are like your own personal guides without actual being on the boat with you. Thank you for always sharing and expertly teaching the deeper concepts so more anglers can be successful.

[@handyallaround5776]

i have been bass fishing seriously on and off for 20 years, and this video finally helped me to truly understand the seasonal bass migration and where to help narrow down the search , rather than starting in a random haphazard way, its truly remarkable your incredible knowledge, and your willingness to share it with others

[@chasedanforth4037]

yeah fuck winter. the thaw is coming. constantly learning from these dudes. hands down most insightful and straight forward youtube geezers. these videos give me more confidence than anything.

[@chadnelson8143]

Absolutely LOVE Matt's videos! For those who didn't know: Matt's a registered guide in California. I WILL be fishing with him soon. Learning how he sees the water is a game-changer. Matt has changed how i view fishing. This guy is as LEGIT as they come.

[@168smk5]

Keep this type of breakdown going all year guys. It has really helped me with the lakes I fish. Be safe.

[@Crippler74]

Absolutely love these videos. I have been fishing hardcore for 22 years and I still learn from the Tactical Bassin guys! The best part is they remind me of things I’d once knew but had forgotten. I’m so ready to get out and grind a squarebill off of some laydowns! Thanks y’all!

[@WickedTooners]

Great combination of word descriptions and snap shots of maps. Made it a lot easier to visualize my lake in those terms of lake bends, secondary points, humps, coves, etc. Thanks!

[@sherrywilliams808]

Thank god winter is almost over i cant wait to see a bass on a bed such a beautifull sight i love it pair of nike some levis a white t a frog rod and a texas rig rod

[@MySpinner]

It ain't over until the air temperature is high 60 to low 70 everyday

[@sherrywilliams808]

@@MySpinner i said almost over

[@nedflanders5302]

I'm with you. Ready for winter to take a hike.

[@CommodeToad]

Don't you get old on me Matt. I plan on finishing 40 more years. Your my guide.

[@levih7326]

I absolutely love this channel. Soooooo ready for spring in Illinois. Listening to this makes me feel a lot better than guessing myself when to go. Love your 2 days straight in a hoodie point. That really painted a great picture of ideas when to get out! I normally hunt morels THEN fish. I know I'm hitting during the spawn by doing this, but now I have a kayak. Fish, find morels, then fish some more. Perfect

[@GeorgiaBassmaster]

Awesome Info guys! The BIG bass have already started to move off the points and up into the shallow coves here in North Georgia!

[@timothym.9092]

That would be nice, haven’t got a fish since Dec 26 here in Cobb. Hopefully we don’t get super high water like last spring, its hard to get them from the bank when your best spots are 3ft under.

[@TaterRidgeWalker]

What lakes you fish in north ga? We been catching a bunch on chatuge

[@GeorgiaBassmaster]

@@TaterRidgeWalker Local reservoirs mainly

[@aaronwilson8198]

@@GeorgiaBassmaster u ever go into floyd county?

[@GeorgiaBassmaster]

@@aaronwilson8198 I've been thru there!

[@erniesanders3724]

Having a few unseasonably warm days in Western Kentucky. Can't wait to put the boat in and fish. Thanks for the tips Matt. God Bless You.

[@christopherfrench7313]

Man you guys are insane I've never fished for bass I'm starting this year I got a kayak got everything I need all the bait you guys are talking about all the knowledge you gave me I feel like I'm going to go right out and know what to look for and catch fast maybe I know it's going to work because you guys are so knowledge I just want to thank you and I'll continue to watch you guys no doubt

[@yokken]

Caught a few crappie through 12" of ice yesterday... got 3 more months before this is relevant in Minnesota. :) Thanks Matt!!

[@joshandthejam7806]

Montana here. I feel ya.

[@Crippler74]

yokken I feel for you northern guys. I don’t know how you deal with it. I’m in Eastern Kentucky and we usually have 1-2 months of winter cold enough to keep me off the water. I’d die if it were 5-6 months like y’all have. I’d also lose my mind, in a good way, if our bass fed in the warmer months like y’all’s do! Tight lines.

[@joshandthejam7806]

thomas rouse II I moved to Montana from Kentucky. I’ve been here 8 years and I’m just now adjusting haha.

[@paddleandhook]

I seriously appreciate your videos. Especially ones like this. Since i have been learning from you guys (about 1.5 yrs), i have been able to get bit in a wider variety of circumstances and times of year-AND most notably have had success when exploring new fisheries. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge !

[@joshbennett2762]

These guys are great I grew up in the far north and only bass fished in summer focused on different species during the rest of the year I moved to the south east a few years ago and getting big into bass fishing I just fished 7 straight days on local Tidal Rivers and put in a lot of work discovering exactly what he is saying to a t I wish I watched this video it would have saved me a lot of gas and baits in the bottom of the river

[@proteusxavier9477]

That backtracking tip was stellar. Definitely need to try that this year.

[@richardlarson5886]

My favorite channel out there, nice job matt and tim

[@matpleadwell2901]

Thank you for addressing the delta again. It's tough out here sometimes because of places like clear lake, berryessa, bullards bar, ect. Tidal tends to be tougher to find them at for me.

[@robfunke909]

Rewatching these guides , for whatever reason I have a hard time in spring

[@chasedanforth4037]

mad respect for matt and tim. i take all this in and love sharing it. it just keeps getting better.

[@kenmccarthyfishing]

Every single detail perfectly covered, thank you Matt,Part 1 Incredible, can't wait for part 2👊👊👍

[@saingolee7267]

Appreciate the info video. Finally found them after couple days with no luck.

[@bullishbeartrader6121]

Right on the head. I was see ing pattern and movement today cloudy stormy. Makes allot of sense can't wait for a sunny day to go see where they're stoped at.

[@m2m-minutestomidnightbassi925]

Great video. I’m perpetually amazed that Matt can talk straight through for 20+ minutes without stumble and stay on track lol I can’t talk into a camera for 1 minute without tripping up or have at least several“ahhh” or “uhhh” in there

[@robertjaynes4322]

Thanks for the tips matt , it looks like I'm in this transition right now, I have a week of 60 degree weather !!!!!

[@wilmerpruitt6324]

Thanks for incorporating the small waters/pond bass fishermen as well. I liked how you explained to look for stuff to get hung up on, most people don't do that. I have got spots that I go back to all the time that are tough spots to fish from shore, but always produce. thanks again.

[@Antznewz]

It jumped up 20 degrees today. I can feel the early notes of spring.

[@drtonyhaworth6287]

If you ever come to Wales in the UK I can show you sea bass breading grounds etc and all fishable in a few feet of water.....it’s in Milford haven....Dyfed .......

[@txhuntsman]

The bigger fish are already moving here in East Texas. Rattle traps in 3 to 5 foot of water have been working for a few weeks and I had a top water bite yesterday. It's about to get fun!

[@RobbyRadford]

@Tactical Bassin ...Great Great Video, Question, I love the Birds, both helix and Solix’s....why no Garmin LiveScope up at front/

[@octaviofuentes7781]

great info math here in cali we have a lot of man made lake, will follow the patterns and instructions

[@dmsballer]

Great video guys! Love how you broke it down based on lake type.

[@philippearce9395]

God the knowledge about bass fishi g this guy has is unbelievable

[@EasyModeFishing]

We had that -3F in the middle of February last year and I guarantee you the pre spawn fish backtracked. It was brutal. Here in Texas middle of February trees are starting to get leaves on them.

[@coreyh7641]

The best part of my work day, watching #TacticalBassin !

[@truetaru]

I wish I could start bass fishing already. Living in central northern US, we still have a good 3-4 months left before the ice completely melts and water starts to become warm enough.

[@DavidMccallister65]

Man you describe this weekend on Lanier to a T! I found a pattern and caught 40 fish but they were all buck bass no bigger than 3lbs. All 1.13s to 2.12s But now I know I was on the right track I'm just a little ahead of the big girls.

[@mflettre6711]

Water temps still really cold up here in northern VA. Stockpiling for the prespawn.

[@aaa3d473]

M Flettre same here living near smith mountain lake

[@jbirdfishes]

probably one of the best videos you guys have done, imo. great info!

[@majikcitymikeb8534]

Matt, I fish rivers and creeks almost exclusively and while i seem to land at least 1 per trip, i know i could definitely do better. Unfortunately, i rarely hear you guys include or spend much time on moving water. intentionally or not, i appreciate you getting into some of the nuances of fishing rivers during prespawn.

[@jakubzienkiewicz676]

Great info. Still waiting on the ice fishing video ha ha. Looks like it will be an early ice out for us so I’m hoping to be on open water early April this year. Maybe late March. Thanks

[@averymills6921]

What would you consider Lake Lanier in Georgia? it has multiple features of both the highland and the lowland. long fingers with tons of little fingers going into them and tons of secondarys, but also has tons of islands and humps at midlake and in the lower basin

[@schu5.9]

Ive recently had a warm up, with temps in the 60's and sunny, and some fish in smaller ponds will move up shallow to get to the warmer water before temps drop. Take advantage of this if you fish ponds and youve had a warm up.

[@nathanreeves6632]

Indiana Angling I did yesterday and had my heart broken with I had an 8 jump me off at the bank

[@READERSENPAII]

Late winter? Damn I'm jealous. It won't be pre spawn until May and June in where I'm from in Wisconsin.

[@twdaugherty1]

Love your videos, can’t wait till winter is over. To get to catch some bass.

[@tnbass2833]

It was 70 here yesterday 45 today. Got to love TN weather lol.

[@m4a1JAY]

Tn bass That’s how Texas is too.

[@fishingwithjakea2433]

This just connects so my Dots for me why I was catching fish in certain spots early spring

[@projectj3494]

Great video.. Great info.. You guys are great! Best, most informative bass fishing resource on the Tube!! Would love to fish with you guys!!

[@tylerpeters1181]

I wish you guys ice fished. I would love your in-depth approach to catching bass but on ice.

[@robertwolfe848]

Awesome video Matt Allen thanks for the information you are so awesome

[@caseynorris1]

Awesome video as usual. Great job Matt👍🏼

[@thatchewy]

Looks like folsom lake at 8:50!

[@nrt440]

Great video, can’t wait for the next one. Everything explained beautifully. Keep up the good work 👍👍👍👍

[@cmmuskiet6998]

Where do you thing Diamond Valley will be at around the end of Feb. Heading there from freezing cold Winnipeg in a few weeks.

[@jdean1851]

Keep it Rockin" Cheers" from 16f Central Idaho!

[@ne.laser_jon]

Tytytyty for dpi this video early!!! It should be out in a couple months for me up in NH 😁

[@joeyguyton799]

Great info as always!! Any advice on a lake that is 4 feet down and still being lowered for work on the dam. The water is muddy. Water is still pretty cold at 48 degrees. I tried different patterns to no avail. Found few fish in 45 feet but no luck. Also no luck on main lake points and humps. No cover around docks or banks due low water. Any ideas for these conditions is much appreciated. Thanks for the videos and info you guys put out!!

[@bellahurley08]

Sweet home Alabama, ready for fall turn over already

[@kdot2427]

Since you've fished it before, would you consider Patoka Lake, Indiana a lowland or highland reservoir? It has long fingers but does not have very deep water.

[@beardedbassprojekt6639]

The amount of details is insane on this video! Thank you so much! But got a question. I have a reservoir that is a mix of high and lowland. How deep would a pocket have to be that bass could consider using it as a winter spot. Details to keep in mind, I`m in Canada and right now there`s about 40 inches of ice but places have pretty hard current and during the summer, mid July to late August the levels may drop quite a bit (10-15ft). Thanks!

[@allencameron8791]

We'll done as usual matt,tactical is the best

[@jamilgill3987]

Another excellent video. Thank you.

[@davecharmander1206]

Please reply, or post ....I have been watching your videos waiting for you to do a Delta video iFish local Delta bass tournaments and it is hard to find them I was hoping you could release the video fishing in the California delta someone around the Tracy area to get an idea of where they are and what they eat

[@davecharmander1206]

I don't know if I should be looking in deep holes in the middle of the or fishing towards the bank around cover and brush I know Delta behavior because of the water flow is different than lakes at the very least please send me a message with some pointers I've what to throw and how to throw it and where

[@poststalone1496]

I saw a bed on Saturday. Surprised the hell out of me. Water was still in the upper 40’s.

[@jaimesalinas6023]

This is amazing! Great video, so much information

[@ShobeBA]

Aw man wish I’d had this yesterday on Lake Fork lol. I found em after a cold front and lost em as it started warming up

[@tomsanidas9483]

Thanks again, boys. Looking forward to the thaw here in the Midwest. The videos help keep the faith!... Quick line question for my upcoming spring and summer jigs: can I use the System Leader 16 lb in place of your recommended Maxima? Crystal clear water. Thanks, again.

[@jefflarson4982]

Thanks for the great info Matt!

[@bassfishingfreak6602]

Next time you come to north Alabama check out wheeler lake.

[@jefbrewer]

Thanks Matt! Once again, great info, bro!

[@okiefish7066]

I cant wait, water here is still in lower 40s and I went out this weekend and couldnt get anything going.

[@roninmax8189]

Did you guys have any part in designing the new jsj/River2sea trout bait? It looks super sweet and I saw he went to the amazon with you.

[@hooknheritage6305]

Hey Matt, love the content and it's much appreciated information. Could you give me your best guess as to when the spawn will start here in Georgia? 🎣🍻 thank you

[@BobbyLunsford83]

You guys should come to Maryland for some Striper if you get a chance

[@TAStormChasing]

Thanks for the info! Safe travels.

[@Knifeykniverson]

Matt , im pretty exclusively fishing the cal delta , we just have gotten a record snow fall up in the mountains how will that affect my transition will the water coming down warm faster or vise versa ? Im about five minutes from pirate's

[@SouthernstyleBuck]

Loving the videos y'all. What's the best way to get in touch with you to set up a trip?

[@jamarturner60]

When's Matt gonna Shave 😂 just funning with you Matt 😎🎣🤙🏿

[@michaelvillanueva9703]

From this, I’m going to say castaic lake, in Ca is a highland reservoir.

[@michaelbond142]

What about brackish rivers does it still follow the same trends

[@jimmcculloch5825]

Have you ever done a video on electronics? If not, please do.

[@ReelJedi]

its coming water temps are 59 in south ga

[@Thefixer123]

Awesome video. Can you do a video for a bank fisherman. I don’t have access to a boat.

[@Thefixer123]

I live close to Henry Neeley lake on the Coosa River.

[@charlesdewsbury8484]

New at freshwater fishing. Can you Help break down Belton lake in central Texas

[@richardbossman9875]

Belton can be tough but if it's any consolation it is growing as one of the best Smallmouth fisheries in TX. I would stay towards the deeper end of the lake ( well away from the activities around the BLORA area). There are long arms extending north from the main lake area, I'd start at the breaks and and move north checking secondary points.

[@johnmango6056]

OK guys so this is the first time I can ever remember having open water in Massachusetts in early February. Went out the last two days didn’t get a bite. Tried hitting the deepest hollows of the pond with soft swim baits, lipless crank’s, deep Cranks and spoons. Am I missing something? I know it’s going to be a struggle I just want to Make sure I’m giving myself my best chance to get something

[@GnarlyColby]

If you can find the bait on your finder then you should find fish in my experience

[@joshandthejam7806]

I was ice fishing on 12 inches or so of ice today in Montana. You can say that we are behind everyone else. haha.

[@AngelGarcia-cx7sp]

I pretty much only have canals and they go on for milessss (I live in the Central Valley)

[@jonathangodina9574]

Can you help me identify secondary points on my lake I have a super hard time with it

[@grhodes3536]

Great video!

[@brianrobinson9979]

I'm going to be on my kayak the beginning of March, and because I know you guys have fished here, what kind lake is Chickamauga? What/where should I focus my efforts?

[@tacticalbassin]

Chickamauga is a lowland reservoir 👍

[@MannL]

Maaaaaan, I love me some TacticalBassin, come to Ohio and figure out our bipolar weather please 😭

[@harrisonhager5590]

Seriously 😂

[@CrosierOutdoors]

Facts

[@paoslee]

Went out 2x this winter, still havent caught one yet. Cant wait till warmer waters.

[@grippinglipsfishing5671]

I wish I could even go out , water is hard here in Illinois😤😢😭

[@bassattackfishing7004]

It’s been high 60s pretty much 70s for a few days now and now we are getting 6 inches of snow tomorrow here in Oklahoma, I fish ponds so I herd that there was a website where It will show me depths and contours of a body of water does anyone know of these? It sure would help in finding those ledges in the ponds I fish..

[@rrrr635]

I'm a "winter-wimp". Gearing up for warmer Wx.

[@flippindocks8183]

Matt, I'm near Guntersville, AL ..... sounds like you have the exact same weather/temps I have. Where are you located?

[@tylerbrown4866]

flippindocks he’s out here in clear lake California we have pretty similar winters though

[@flippindocks8183]

@@tylerbrown4866 wow...I just checked clearlake, ca and it's almost identical to Guntersville. I had no idea. I though California was "sunny and 75" year round.

[@6thSenseJunkie]

Im not sure what im on. My lake has both characteristics. It has the sheer drops and multiple fingers but its 80 feet deep at its deepest point by the dam.

[@chazhonaker2754]

What if the water in the river is coming from a dam stays cold realy late where the water is coming from the bottom of the lake that feeds the river.? Look furthest from the dam in the back waters.?

[@aaronfortner6582]

What’s the ideal time/water temp to throw glide bait? The S waver to be exact.