Winter Bass Fishing: Everything You Need To Know To Catch Fish Now

[@davidrussell9290]

Great, a new video. Now I'm going to spend $85 on tackle.

[@mattlott3585]

You can do better than that, $85 is rookie numbers! Spends hundreds then have your best success with night crawlers, like me!

[@robertortega9228]

85 dollars thats it lol im like a regular once or twice a week at my local bait shop

[@davidrussell9290]

@@robertortega9228 same here, plus internet orders. I have a problem my wife says. I tell her it's better than buying cocaine......

[@TJMonster51]

Ooooo. Good idea!

[@15trucklt83]

I’m trying to avoid taking my boat out when it’s 30 degrees outside. But you guys are trying to make me go out man.

[@SaulTeebolz]

I am a local delivery driver in the DC area. I’m about to throw my polls in the back of my truck and see if I can’t get in a half hour of fishing on my lunch break. I haven’t been fishing in about a month and thought to myself “how do you fish in the winter?” I go on KZbin and see this 8 minute old upload! That is TacticalBassin! You guys rock

[@jimcorbett4115]

I'm in the DC area as well, pond hop mostly!

[@tb9734]

I live down south, but found the best fishing hole I've ever experienced on the Potomac.

[@kyletrautwein1676]

Thank you for being the best fishing channel on KZbin. I among other anglers have learned more from you and Tim then any other channel. Thank you for your passion.

[@gpharned]

You and Tim are in MAN! I appreciate all the info all of your time devoted to helping us all. You have made me a better and more confident fisherman and I've fished all my life and am 61 years old. Thank you so much.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you! We're just happy to help. 🙂

[@caseysaunders2137]

56 here and same. Tactical Bassin has opened my eyes to a lot of stuff I wasn't fishing or doing.

[@beccayaseen]

these tips are spot on man! great video 🔥

[@bosshogg6653]

Im watching this while standing on my porch drinking coffee and it's 655 am and 60 deg here in north Louisiana! Water temp in mid to upper 50s were still fall fishing but still great info!

[@BradHouston95]

We have open water still in southern Michigan so I'll be out there this weekend on the boat giving this a go!

[@caseysaunders2137]

Really for first time in my life I'm targeting winter fishing. These vids are so helpful. I launch solo often so loving the massively reduced traffic situation at the ramp almost as much as time on the water. ha

[@seizedcarcass8440]

I think the dark sleeper is one of the best baits. It’s pretty weedless around grass and they are really good to drag and or reel in. It’s the perfect Jig/swimbait combo. I think the colors are good but I wish there were a few more. I haven’t tried the powerbait one but I think it’s going to be about as good. Maybe a little better because the rattle and the powerbait scent.

[@rodneygreen9968]

Thanks Matt for the Cold Water Temperature Fishing Video. It helps me to be a Successful Bass fisherman in the Fall. I appreciate you Teaching Me & the Viewers. I live in Northwest MISSOURI. A lot of the time the water Freezes, but isn't thick enough to safely walk on. Thanks Again for sharing your experience.

[@fish4kbcf]

Rodney Green Where at in North West Missouri. I live in Kansas City. I’ll bet we fish much of the same water.

[@rodneygreen9968]

@@fish4kbcf Smithville Lake, Watkins Mill, Rocky Hollow, Cameron Reservoir #2 & #3, Pony Express, Buffalo Bill.

[@waterdoglures1352]

Super helpful Matt! Thanks again for describing the bottom conditions from the last video

[@thilltony3362]

Have recently subscribed. I'm a saltwater fisherman who lives next to Lake Anna, in Virginia. Why do I drive 2 hours to catch fish? Because I'm a little addicted to catching striper, blues, flounder, AND because I don't know much about fresh water. Well, looking at your videos is helping me to understand the thinking and concepts. Thank you SO much for taking the time to articulate the little details! I have taught a lot of people how to fish, and I know good instruction from someone who has done it a milliion times, and you are legit. It's cold here, and I plan to go out and find some fish, and figure out how to catch them. You have shortened up my learning curve. Thank you!

[@robertdtimmerman6507]

Your info on using a swim jig and creeping it on the bottom was interesting. I have a jig tied on and will definitely use this info my next tine out. Fishing in Kentucky is slow, but not completely turned off. Very helpful information.

[@garyjohnson1959]

Just got Bass fishing equipment for Christmas and starting Bass fishing, It's winter here in California and no luck so far. Your information should help. Will keep watching!

[@dalenorvell9080]

I had a tough bite yesterday, but your new crank saved the day. I was shocked to see the 13in Trout that had all three points of the front hook stuffed in its mouth! I had a good tim learning the bait, way to go guys!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thank you Dale! We're thrilled to hear its working for you!

[@CBALLZ666]

That black Tactical Bassin hoodie looks schwwwweeeeeet!!!!

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks!! Start watching TW... hopefully in the next week or so 🤞

[@leecanady6749]

Great video and very very informative! Keep them coming

[@ingelri2]

Overalls and flip flops! Matt's got the look down.

[@erniesanders3724]

Thanks for the tips Matt and Tim. Going to be in the teens next week in Western Kentucky. The beard is looking good Matt.

[@natehershberger2227]

Ur videos r deadly informative, when I wake up and see ur notification I set ready for the day faster than any other morning! Love the videos boyz! 👍👌

[@shipwrek4388]

Love the dark sleeper that thing crushes.

[@BrettHalverson]

Not only helpful but entertaining and tying in the buyer’s guide is perfect. Not only what to buy but extremely detailed on how to fish them. Thank you as always for a great video but what really hurts is hearing about guys smashing fish with the new crankbait and seeing it on a 3/14/20 backorder date when I ordered it the morning it came out ;) Still love everything you do and thank you.

[@tacticalbassin]

Sorry Brett!! That's only the date if you ordered today. They're going out every week... if you were day one and still haven't received them yours are really close! TW and R2S are working really hard to take care of everyone as quickly as possible.

[@BrettHalverson]

@@tacticalbassin It's all good, blessed to have an opportunity to fish in Spain and Portugal this winter so I can't complain and the bank fishing is pretty tough here in Wisconsin now :)

[@tylerdurden1255]

Very informative, as usual. That's the best thing about these videos. They go fully in-depth and give you different scenarios so you can have success. Been watching for awhile here and there, but now I rarely miss a video..

[@gtflyer]

Man, talk about in depth info..Matt has to the Best for relaying this sort of info for us..

[@dustincall9234]

I look forward to your Friday videos more than the Mandalorian! Lol

[@joeys7519]

This is the way

[@drumandball]

Caught by PB in February on a jerkbait after watching one of your videos back in 2017. Havent caught a true winter giant since.

[@cecilmoreno9736]

Dark sleeper. Love it.

[@fordraven5884]

Thank you for the information been subscribed to your channel for over 2 years now

[@steveminer2645]

Great info. Keep it coming. Would love to see a series on the delta!!

[@mynameisnotcory]

My most thrown lures this month: squarebills, football head jigs, dark sleepers, flutterspoons, jerkbaits, large swimbaits. Lures that have been bit on: squarebills, lipless cranks, and thats it. They wont hit anything else. Texas is an enigma...

[@markjones4358]

I've never caught fish on an a-rig or umbrella rig. After your tip on using them I now know why. Only used in summer months and used the burning retrieve. Gonna dig the umbrella out and use the technique you used. Here in Va. Been catching them on ned rig, jig, and senkos; both weighted and unweighted. Love your videos and have used info to produce on less than comfortable days.

[@themdeep]

lol Matt in full bib suit and sandals. Savage season

[@mindobersaglia3374]

This is great instructional video, I think you can help everyone out with these kind of videos. Great job !

[@GeorgiaBassmaster]

Oh yeah I’m ready to get a double digit this winter

[@jskoutdoors7640]

Can't wait for the video!

[@John-nd7il]

I already did. 00

[@louisduran184]

Truly appreciate this video man thank you!

[@shakeyhead0079]

A coat and flip flops?? Man I’m cold for ya!

[@datruthhurts3984]

Love hate relationship with you guys.love EVERYTHING i learn.hate everything I know that's given out that took me years to figure out.selfish on my part I know,but I still love you guys!!

[@jswartz1999]

Love the channel. Best content every time

[@cameronboake]

excellent breakdown as always gentleman. We've got fishable ice here in Ontario, will keep this in my back pocket for spring!

[@alexanderkonnor3285]

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[@bronsonjosue7423]

@Alexander Konnor Instablaster ;)

[@alexanderkonnor3285]

@Bronson Josue thanks for your reply. I got to the site on google and im waiting for the hacking stuff now. Takes quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.

[@alexanderkonnor3285]

@Bronson Josue It worked and I actually got access to my account again. Im so happy! Thank you so much, you saved my account !

[@bronsonjosue7423]

@Alexander Konnor Glad I could help :)

[@bobbarnhill8557]

Fished Tuesday and Friday this week. 48 degree water. 34 bass on Tuesday and 35 bass on Friday. All on jigs. Kicker fish today (Friday) 4.91 lbs. keitech tungsten jigs in 1/4 and 3/8 oz. Zman hula stick trailer on the 1/4 oz model and SK menace on the 3/8 model. Brown and purple jig color. Winter is the best time to catch that PB. Matt and Tim offer REAL info. Pay attention!

[@scottturley2885]

Thank you for all the winter tips! I will be putting them to work this year!

[@justinshedaker1229]

As always thank you for the great tips and baits.

[@jimcorbett4115]

The dark sleeper is a killer bait! It is now my confidence/search bait for sure. Haven't used it since it got cold but killed with it this summer and fall

[@bryanmoore6815]

I prefer it COLD water, like under 50. Creeping it ...caught some nice fish.

[@terryclowers4433]

Another great video of technique thank you so much 😁

[@dylanhunter3594]

I wish your crankbait came in like a shallower running crankbait. Thanks for all the info you give out.

[@cademcdaniel2934]

Love the beavers here in Georgia

[@foreignbeggar3783]

that tactical bassin hoodie is dope.

[@mikemcd8408]

Thanks, Matt! A lot of great information. Collapsing the A-Rig was a particular light-bulb moment - I'll try it in my tournament this weekend. The single best piece of information, though... after 2 videos dedicated to cold water cranks, yours in particular, this is the first time you mentioned hitting the bottom - I had thought you were swimming them. I am one of the guys lucky enough to already have some of your cranks - took them out two days and they have yet to get bit... thanks to this video, I know I was fishing them wrong. Always look forward to you guys' videos - hope you keep 'em coming.

[@tacticalbassin]

Oh man, I'm so sorry Mike!! Both can work but bottom contact is definitely ideal!!

beautiful bait, Congratulations. Be with God! *Hug!!!* 👍🎣🐠🐟

[@yjjustforme1]

That aftco TB hoodie is 💯🔥👌🏼

[@tacticalbassin]

Keep an eye out 👊 Next week hopefully 🤞

[@BoostMobile4103]

@@tacticalbassin YES can't wait!

[@robertrodriguez4587]

TacticalBassin Are they going on sale?

[@mikeseal7075]

Love when the notification Bell wake me up before my alarm clock for a good video this is always a good way to start your day

[@The_Bass_Stunters]

Good luck getting that River 2 Sea Tactical Crank!! They are back ordered until March now at tackle warehouse.

[@shaunroberts9361]

Awesome Matt. There has not been a vlog yet that was not helpful. Thank you Matt....

[@djmurdock1615]

Great video!!!

[@geomardomingo1672]

Nice. This’ll help oodles and oodles.

[@paddleandhook]

Dude I love the winter gear with flip flops LOL

[@bradwelch5346]

Why aren't yall on tour? Yall are too good not to fish professionally. Keep up the great work. Yall are an inspiration for me. You teach me so much about what to do in each season. I used the information and I caught my biggest bass weighing at 10.2 lbs. Thank you for what you do for us anglers. We appreciate it

[@lynnefridberg5838]

Great video. I live in South Africa, and do most of my fishing on a river .I am 13 years old and would really like it if you make a river mini series

[@exoticed7833]

More central n northern Texas is pretty similar to you guys I’m unfortunately/fortunately southeast tx , coastal even .. but ima freshwater guy . Love you guys vids man super helpful

[@Fresh_N_Salt_Fishing]

Thanks man, very helpful 🤙

[@mikegardiner3934]

Awesome video Matt! The only thing you didn’t mention, and I think there’s a reason for it, is the faithful Ned rig. I think probably because that’s a given, but you also get a lot of dinks. Plus, I know you guys like to focus on what will get you the big bites in the winter, because that’s the time to catch a monster as well! God bless!

[@BayouFishingBengal]

Another awesome video brother! Thanks for your knowledge and time as always! Keep grinding and slaying them donks and having that #BIGBASSENERGY 👍👊🔥

[@JoseMartinez-dq4km]

Great video thanks for the tips

[@masterbassin2931]

Man that beard is looking great!

[@thelton58]

Great video! I appreciate it!

[@ballzybaits4414]

yes! awesome video.

[@ipthomasrobinson1749]

Water is at its densest at 39.6° F . At that temperature fish become their sluggish . Also at that temperature water starts to expand to form ice crystals and as it gets colder it rises to the top of the water column leaving the warmest water at the bottom of the lake . I have fished lakes that were 33° on top down to 25 feet and from there on down it was 34° . All my fish I caught were at that 25 foot level and below . Just remember fish will bite in waters as cold as 33° , but not at that dense 39.6° . Also I have found that bass prefer white jigs and worms in water below 45° . I caught 45 fish on a white jig before while my partner caught nothing on a black and brown jig .

[@fallingironreks83]

Have y’all ever try the Big Bite Squirrel Worm? Some kool action. On the jig...silicone or rubber skirt?

[@drhambone1598]

About to head out from Santa Cruz to southern Florida for some double digit LMB hunting. Great information

[@smokin_sam]

Your tactical dd crankbait is hard to come by. Pre ordered mine 2 weeks ago and can't wait to use it.

[@tacticalbassin]

They should be there very, very soon. You were smart to pre-order, its clear out to March now if someone wanted to order today. CRAZY!!! I understand a huge shipment went to TW this week with another to follow next week, hopefully your baits are on one of those 👍

[@Jace_DeGough]

Hey Matt, I’ve got a question that maybe you’ve covered but I can’t find anything on it. Through the years I’ve been able to find good quality fish on the Northern CA reservoirs in nearly every season and type of weather except one. Winter rain storms. Especially with the big baits, the bite seems to nearly shut off completely while it’s raining. If the rain stops for a short time the bite usually picks up but goes away when the rain comes again. Are there certain things that you do during a winter storm when it’s actively raining to catch quality fish or is it just “wait until the rain stops” situation. Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@califishing4991]

i have had it go both ways, i would have to say more often they shut down. it seems if i find a school of them i can keep them going. also i will throw different things at them(same cast with different baits) Also when a storm system comes in, don't fish the fist day or two. idk way but it just seems to be much harder than the 3rd 4th or so on. good luck hope this helps.

[@brianrobinson9979]

I caught a pretty good one yesterday. I thought it was going to be a dragging kind of day but all of my bites came while hopping a jig and those fish all hammered the bait. Water temps probably in the mid 40's

[@tacticalbassin]

That's awesome!!

[@rafaelgarza838]

Thank you amazing video

[@pedrosarabia2011]

1st yeaa I love ur videos😁🙌🤘💪🤝🤝

[@frankalvarez26]

Always great advice that is relevant to the areas I fish. Can yall do some so cal specific videos? I know yall are up north and always do a great job to show how things might be different based on regions. But, just thought I'll ask.

[@bobbymabire1930]

Not to cold matt you got flip flops on lol 😁😁🎣

[@bradleymenezes6196]

When you talk about them completely shutting off the swimbait bite, here on the sac river during the coldest part of the winter I feel like they shut off to every bait. I'm fishing from the bank in areas I know hold fish but just have the hardest time getting a bite on anything during the winter its frustrating 😬

[@bankfishermentv8077]

I live in Harrison Ohio and the weather is terrible it fluctuates from low 30-high 40- water temp maybe low 40

[@somethingmorerealistic9582]

Ill have to come visit clearlake and see how well this works out there

[@bassinbilliards6279]

Cool baits needs to bring back the purple head. It was so perfect with morning dawn and I got slammed too many times to not have it anymore. Now I need to paint my own Silver head to match the profile.

[@loganmilko874]

Matt and Tim ty guys for another great video. Do you guys still do ride alongs?

[@Justin.Hawkins]

Dude your beard is looking good man.

[@davidkelley1989]

Hey Matt, i know you guys always talk about braid to leader. I do use that. In the past i always tied uni knots for the connection knot . The only draw back was that it was a little thick and snag on the rod guides as it went through. Recently i learned about the fg knot. Liked how thin it was and supposedly the stongest knot for braid to leader. I definitly liked that. Just wondering if you knew about this knot and your thoughts on it. If you like it maybe you guys can do an instructional video on it as there are alreasy many how to tie this knot on youtube and it gets confusing.

[@ballzybaits4414]

They said they know about the fg knot...they just perfer the blood knot. I'm sure they're the same age as I. I grew up with the blood knot because it was on every lure packaging back then. lol.

[@basssindylan]

that cold there don't u have florida strain i thought they would die at that temp huh another great video big fan

[@JohnnyDollar720]

Damn. Really broke that down so my dumb ass could understand lol. Thanks man! I'm going to sub

[@kamron_thurmond]

I don't have a big lake nearby let alone a boat, but here in Texas trying to catch anything from the bank during the winter (anything less than 55°F air temp) seems impossible. I've only been able to catch fish when it hits at least 72°F air temp.

[@abassam912]

Man, you are great

[@chriscooper9963]

Two questions on A Rig do you rig hooks to the top and middle ? Second? Neko rig do you place hook thru side or long ways? Thank you truly for all you do you have become my go to guy.. my son and I have taken info and ran with it.. I went from mid-teens in tournaments to contenders now.. I won first tournament this summer I believe solely on your information

[@megabass556kaityou]

I learned a lot.

[@anythingbryan]

Hey guys, welcome back to Tactical bassin'. Today were talking about that sweet crank we made that if you weren't first in line for you have to wait until March.

[@tacticalbassin]

🤦🏻‍♂️ There are guys getting their baits every day. But March is the time frame if you didn't order before now. The March time frame is misleading... R2S and TW are shipping baits constantly. 👍

[@anythingbryan]

TacticalBassin woah sparky, I was just kidding.

[@tacticalbassin]

Cant tell the real concerns from the jokes when its typed... lots of guys needed real help with their orders today.

[@anythingbryan]

TacticalBassin touché, next time I’ll add some winks and crap.

[@alexkoutdoor]

Winter bass for us is sometimes through the ice. Come up here and try to ice some bass this winter!!

[@crazydrew161]

So I live in northern minnesota and I love catching any and all fish. As a fisherman on a budget pike become expensive as far as lures are concerned. I use snap style metal leaders out of necessity. Needless to say I sacrifice lure performance to an incredible degree.... advice? Tips? Anything? Thanks in advance.

[@castaway6811]

Do you find that "snow water" kills the bite?

[@jameserickson1330]

Matt what do you think of line-thru swimbaits where the hooks release upon hook up?

[@criminalbrewing5509]

Never fished an Alabama… very interested, looking for every tip i can find.

[@scalnation3069]

In Washington as soon as the salmon run I just hang up my bass rods till March. Steelhead and salmon the rest of the season for a bank fisherman

[@robhand7205]

Matt - Thanks for everything you do every week! Anyways - When you are fishing super slow do you use any scents??

[@mikeschultz6383]

I’m in Illinois I’ve already gave up fishing weeks ago

[@standarddeviation7963]

Winter fishing for bass in Illinois. Everything you need to know. Chapter 1. Don't.

[@mikeschultz6383]

Rufio DIES lol 😂

[@renoanderson9549]

Water isn't near iced over yet and temps are mid 40s up to 50 dont stop yet

[@standarddeviation7963]

@@renoanderson9549 Bass and cold water don't mix. Go fish for those huge lakers coming up to the coast to feed or hit the rivers for some great northern fishing. Just don't fall in.

[@mynameisnotcory]

Where in illinois? It can be FIRE during that 40 degree window...

[@glitch200]

As a bank fisherman what would be the best to throw and what colors should i use?

[@Raulmore07]

Matt's beard is in winter mode too