Lipless Crankbaits Tips For Spring Bass Fishing

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The Lipless is one of the best baits for Spring bass fishing! The key is learning how to use them to specifically target big bass instead of just chucking and winding for whatever might bite. Matt shares some key tips along with showing you some of his favorite baits and how to work them in this quick video. The Baits (In order of appearance)... Cotton Cordell Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210 Strike King Red Eye Shad 2-Tap: http://bit.ly/2gmACC5 Damiki Tremor 65: http://bit.ly/2fVt8H6 Raid Level Vibe Big: http://bit.ly/2wHoFyu Lucky Craft LV-500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd River2Sea Ruckus: http://bit.ly/2pl6LQl Evergreen ZE Lipless: http://bit.ly/2yzHKaC Jackall TN 70 Lipless: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh Replacement Hooks and Hardware... Hook #1- Gamakatsu EWG Size 4: http://bit.ly/2cZrsbY Hook #2- Owner St-56 Size 4: http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW Split Ring- Owner Hyperwire Size 3: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX Matt's Favorite Combo... Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK Reel- Shimano Curado 70 8:1 Ratio: http://bit.ly/2apmDJt Line- 20 lb Sufix 832: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji Leader- 12 lb Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9 Budget Friendly Rod Options that work well... G Loomis E6X 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2giKvEy Shimano Exage 7' Medium Cranking: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc Dobyns Fury 7' Med/Heavy Cranking: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV Dobyns Colt 7' Med/Heavy Cranking: http://bit.ly/2lU0LfV Budget Friendly Reel... Shimano Casitas 150: http://bit.ly/2geKxsp Top Lipless Colors For Spring... -Red Craw -Ghost -Chartreuse Shad (White) -Chrome (Reflective) -Bluegill Lipless crank baits are incredibly versatile. They can be burned through the water column, slow rolled and "ticked" through vegetation and cover, or hopped and dragged along the bottom like a jig. All of these presentations are effective during different Spring conditions, though some are more effective than others on different lakes. For anglers that travel lake to lake or anglers that want to be well rounded on their home lake, its important to own baits for each different "style" of lipless crankbait fishing. ________________________________________________________________ Need Apparel? Tacticalbassin gear is here! Get your hats, Hoodies, and sunshirts by emailing Tacticalbassinapparel@gmail.com Other gear you see us wearing... Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2vgSsh4 Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/2vgTOst Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10 Horizon Sweater (Water resistant, great for layering): http://bit.ly/2gTC1oB _________________________________________________________________ Equipment We Recommend... Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW Minn Kota Battery Charger: http://bit.ly/2vcrbjA Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2pAkXr2 Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP Wireless Talon Foot Switch: http://bit.ly/2w3LfDC Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2tfxFvw Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0 Favorite Wire Cutters: http://bit.ly/2soB34k Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN Hero5 Camera: http://bit.ly/2iwZqqU ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9 Promar Net: http://bit.ly/2dh9xQP ________________________________________________________________ We hope you enjoyed this bass fishing video! If you did please subscribe to the channel so you can see our new videos (3 a week). From “How To” fishing videos to big bass catches, we're here to teach you how to bass fish. We're one of the oldest fishing youtube channels and we focus on education so you can become a better angler. Thank you for the support! 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! Use this link or any of those listed above- http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/?from=tbassin To read the full article that goes along with this video visit http://www.tacticalbassin.com Keep up with us on Social Media! We produce different content for each platform so if you aren't following us on all of them, you're missing out! Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/tacticalbassin Twitter: http://twitter.com/Tacticalbassin Instagram: @Tacticalbassin

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OdogXkiller Gaming - 6 years ago

Lately the red lipless has been killing it for me good video guys

WVFishin - 6 years ago

You guys have the best fishing videos on YouTube every thing I know about bass fishing I have learned on YouTube. Learned a lot from flukemaster but lost all interest in his videos after he got sponsored now there’s not a lot of value in it anymore just pushing there stuff. I understand the need for sponsorship but I think it ruined his videos. I hope you guys continue to give us honest opinions.

Brandon - 6 years ago

Been teaching my friend how to bass fish for about a month now. Today we stopped by the lake before i went to work. Fresh after the rains, waters really muddy. He started drop shoting a black senko. First this guy catches a 20lb carp then about 15 min later i talk him into giving it a longer leader. Two casts later he catches a 12.69lb bass

Maar Gill - 6 years ago

Which lure and color in the thumbnail???

Clayton Scull - 6 years ago

Have you guys ever tried the spro Aruku shad? They stand up really well on the bottom and seem to catch them for me. :)

alexnelson09 - 6 years ago

Just ordered 5 baits through your links! Thanks for taking the time to share this info with us so we can go straight to the great baits without investing so much time and money searching for them!! Your channel rocks and congrats on 100K subs!

Jacob Brasel - 6 years ago

What line should I use with a lipless

sense383 smith - 6 years ago

Great video, as always keep em coming, would love to see an in depth video on hardware, why you change treble hooks to what sizes to styles, how to big of hook could off balance bait to anything Matt and Tim can come up with, I think it's a critical part of hardbaits, and would love to here more from you guys thanx

gary m - 6 years ago

Cheers!! :))

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Rodney Gard - 6 years ago

My lipless collection is out of control and honestly its because of you guys lol. (Not a bad thing at all)! But recommed for a hook video like when to use a wide gap work hook vs a traditional worm hook. And what size hook for soft plastics and why, how to tell if its to small or too big. Took me awhile on my own to learn all of that and help from fellow angles but i think you guys could make and awesome and informative video with hooks for soft plastics.

Twangtown7 - 6 years ago

Great stuff as usual.

Rick Houser - 6 years ago

what water temp do you prefer to throw these in?

DK Dice - 6 years ago

I broke my loomis square bill rod on my trunk like an idiot. Was upset it was discontinued, but the imx pro is nice. And thank god a longer cork. Thanks for the vids guys.

Kトモ - 6 years ago

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KeepCalm FishOn - 6 years ago

I've seen people crush bass on purple and yellow cranks. When would you recommend using this color? Clear water, muddy water?

DK Dice - 6 years ago

KeepCalm FishOn anything with yellow or carturse is good for stained water. But that color pattern can work in clear also. Imitating a sunfish or perch etc.. Depends what the bass are eating.

Victor Xavier - 6 years ago

Awesome info as always, thx Matt!!

Dean Lyons - 6 years ago

I have an off topic question. What is your opinion on the Shimano Sedona spinning reel? Would really value your opinion. Thanks

Ate Up Angling - 6 years ago

New fishing channel!
Subscribe.
Videos will get better. Fishing the central FL area.

Brody Stuart - 6 years ago

Anyone have an opinion on the jackal bait one knocker vs the tn 70 and does it stand up on its nose on bottom

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Mike Z - 6 years ago

You and Flukemaster are the #1 fishing Youtubers IMHO, anxious to see your collaboration in the future. Been bass fishing 30+ years and learn something from you guys every week...thank you

zipngo1 - 6 years ago

I killed them last year on the cotton cordel craw color but square bill. I will have to try the lipless.

Fishin2The Max - 6 years ago

Which is “845”. Is that 8ft heavy ?

Fishin2The Max - 6 years ago

Great info. Appreciate the links below!

Backlash Flashback - 6 years ago

Nice job, thank you for keeping in mind the budget friendly fishing options.

AR FISHING - 6 years ago

Another great videos. Please guys let me know what you think of my first how to videos. Also have some trout and steelhead fishing coming up
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Nates Fishing Adventures - 6 years ago

You are a hero! Tim too!

J BERG - 6 years ago

True or False? You guys are slightly bias to California companies and shimano brands like jackal.

TacticalBassin - 6 years ago

Totally false. We have zero interest in where brands are from or who is who. We're all about products that work and we buy as many as we can afford to find the best.

David Shellhaas - 6 years ago

Thanks for the video--some great info--appreciate it

Paul English - 6 years ago

Tim and Allen you need change your name from TacticalBassin to Listen&Learn!!

Paul English - 6 years ago

Oooops...Tim & Matt Sorry!

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Jack Bursovsky - 6 years ago

Been killing em on rattletraps lately surprised you didn't mention them

Mason Mcmillen - 6 years ago

Guys thanks for all y’all do. Your videos are going to keep me sane during this deployment. I leave tomorrow and already can’t wait to get back to do some fishing

SuperVehicle002 - 6 years ago

No love for the classic Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap? Some people still call all lipless cranks rattle traps lol.

Curt Cook - 6 years ago

I don't think you can beat a lipless crankbait. You guys seem to have them nailed. I love your videos on the lipless cranks. They are so informative and have made me a way better bass angler

Mike Kane - 6 years ago

Hey guys quick question for you, what is the difference between grass jigs and flipping jigs?

J Tong - 6 years ago

Thank you for being so informative in the descriptions. It helped me out when I'm purchasing things!!! Keep up the great work!

Sin City Outdoors - 6 years ago

I have that crank bait on your thumbnail.... love it

Brandon McKinney - 6 years ago

Hey just curious why you recommend the Curado 70 over the K. I recently purchased the K and absolutely love it. Appreciate the videos. Keep up the good work.

Jack Brown - 6 years ago

Can you do a big swimbait breakdown for this time of year? cover wake baits, crankdowns, multi joints, soft baits, glides, when to use them, when not to

Fish Boy - 6 years ago

Hey man I recently got a Shimano canean reel and today I set the hook and my anti-reverse just completely didn't work what is wrong/how can I fix it?

TacticalBassin - 6 years ago

Well that's a real bummer but all that is, is a failed anti reverse bearing. Shimano can definitely correct that as can a local reel guy for a few bucks if you have one.

Lex Cooper - 6 years ago

Fish Boy Most likely have to send it in to manufacturer.

Mike Nelson - 6 years ago

Another great video! Quick question what type of batteries are u using to run your graphs?

Jacob Miller - 6 years ago

Cotton Cordell super spot is the most underrated bass lure

Just Doin Florida - 6 years ago

I’m just curious because I’ve been watching you guys for a while, but how come you never use or at least talk about Rapala crankbaits?

TacticalBassin - 6 years ago

We have used a lot of their lineup. We both just tend to use/talk about the baits that consistently produce and put fish in the boat. The DT series is good.

Thomas Martin - 6 years ago

I've been wondering that myself. They seem to be out of vogue, at least in some circles. But I had incredible luck last year on a Rippin' Rap and caught my 9-lb. PB on a Clackin' Rap the year before. And tons more on Shad Raps and other Rapalas.

John Catelli - 6 years ago

Are you guys familiar with the bill Lewis an Bill Norman rattles got a whole bunch but I think there very similar to the cotton baits. Been thrown for years but had little luck hopping them on the bottom now I think I know why! Thank you for all the great tips!

Tony Dulac - 6 years ago

You guys should definetly check out sixth sense baits. Two different lipless baits. And now they have the quake thud one knocker. Great colors and awesome hooks. I'm very happy with them. Great video as always

Gripping Lips Fishing - 6 years ago

Now I know why they always replace the hooks on lures.... I just got home from the lake and am sick to my stomach. Had a possible pb bass bend out my treble on my favorite jerk bait. When the fish was bellowing on the surface it's belly looked like a bowling ball then made one hard run and I felt the hooks come loose. Got my lure to shore and 1 of the front trebles was bent completely out...I won't be able to sleep for a week. Going to go buy new trebbles for all my hard plastics tomorrow ;(

Caleb Le - 6 years ago

Have ya'll tried ima's suspending vibe? I've caught the majority of my fish on it this spring. My only gripe is that you can't burn it, but it works really well fishing slow at the ponds I fish.

Felix Martell - 6 years ago

I've been using the cotton Cordells for a long time and never had any problems with my hookup ratios. Only when my hooks get dull & even then still manage to hookup a decent amount of times. I think because 1 out of the 3 trebles always seems to be sharp. Its always the one facing away from the lure. Now if i swap them out for premuim hooks it doesn't seem to be a problem. I've never used other brands besides the rattle traps n cotton Cordell but will do so now. As always awesome video's guy's & thanks for doing all the hard work for us. You guys think about your viewers (subscribers) & put us 1st & thats the reason you guys have so many subscribers who love to watch your videos. I personally can't wait till you guys come out with the new ones. Thanks guys.

Tyler - 6 years ago

Personally, I've found sexy shad, gold, and the carp color to be my favorites. All though different variants of the carp, like orange craws are amazing too. All of course used under specific conditions. Got on a good red eye bite in February during a cloudy cold front on a golden red eye shad.

FLAGATOR49 - 6 years ago

Im suprised no mention of the Yo-Zuri or Spro lipless from Tim and Matt....has anybody tried the new booyah lipless?

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Mark Davenport - 6 years ago

Do you recommend the red because the Clearlake craws have turned red now, or is that a summer thing and the red just works now anyway?

Hunter Smith - 6 years ago

How do you decide when the use Curado 70 vs Curado 200k? Trying to figure out where best to apply them

MyTopSpinner - 6 years ago

Drag it on the bottom isn't that prone to getting snagged since the hooks are on the bottom?

Andrew Avery - 6 years ago

I just use a chrome cotton Cordell super spot. I’ve been catching them like crazy on them here in Alabama.

shawno009 - 6 years ago

I fish those Cotton Cordell baits all the time. They work great for large trout as well.

fishingjunky 55 - 6 years ago

I know it sounds weird but I have been somking them on a Carlina rigged cotten corrdel lipless 2 trips in a row

Glenn Schramm - 6 years ago

do you use the larger sizes 1oz lvr d15 or larger lvrd30rt 2oz lipless

Urban Bass Slayers Sacramento CA Bass Fishing. - 6 years ago

Oh yeah! I was at the ISE show this year, and I paid close attention to your talk about Lipless Cranks. I have been killing it with Lipless Cranks this year hopping them on the bottom! I caught a 5.12 a week ago on one. You guys rock! I have become so much more of an efficient fisherman thanks to all of your information! Great Video as always guys!!

Ryan Candaso - 6 years ago

Which brand is the bluegill pattern you showed?

Chief119 - 6 years ago

I use the Dobyns 705CB and I never lose a fish, awesome lipless crankbait rod!

Jamie Farrell42 - 6 years ago

great video thanks for the tips

EddieG - 6 years ago

I catch lots of pike on blue/silver lipless crank in the late summer.

FishSnatchers TV - 6 years ago

Great video!! If you had to only pick one of each, 1 straight retrieve and 1 for the yo-yo technique, which 2 lipless baits would you choose?

Nate Broughton - 6 years ago

Great video! What's your opinion on craw patterns in lakes that don't have craw in them?

Brendan Barthi - 6 years ago

Thanks for Sharing about the IMX PRO today boys

Brendan Barthi - 6 years ago

Heroes!!

Victor JOHNSON - 6 years ago

thanks for the show always helps to get bigger bass

badzr2 - 6 years ago

Have you tried the Duo Realis?

Marco Caetano - 6 years ago

What about the Spro Aruku Shad? Have you tried it? It stands up on the bottom. Should be good in cold water or for post front.

Billyboy - 6 years ago

My all time favorite go to is a lipless but it’s one not made anymore. The Berkeley frenzy Chrome threadfin shad. I’m more of a striper guy buy that lure brings me at least one over 30” every year.

Felipe Orea - 6 years ago

So, how do I know where to look for the bass on my local pond? How do I know if I need a lipless for bottom or one for mid depth or one like the cotton cordel? How much time do I spend with each one until I find the correct one? The lipless game is a tough one for me =(

Bubba Walters - 6 years ago

Matt, another awesom video, I hated lipless crankbaits, hated them, couldn't get a bite ever. Well after watching these lipless videos I decided to give it a try this spring when the ice came off our lakes and nothing other than a jig or swimbait would work barely. Bottom hopping a lipless outsined them both! I did experiment with taking the back hook off (a Mark Daniels Jr. trick) around wood and man I really enjoy lipless fishing now.

zach leverknight - 6 years ago

thanks for making me a better fisherman. your guy's videos so informative and I learn so much. cant wait to get out there. tight lines

Rich Shackelford - 6 years ago

Great video guys. Love throwing the lip less

Riley Koupas - 6 years ago

Hey tactical how do deal with snags when fishing a lipless considering your dragging treble hooks on the bottom through cover

Ufcguru Official - 6 years ago

What about the Spro #ArukuShad?

Coach Lance - 6 years ago

Aruku Shad in ghost and chartreuse shad killin em on CL 4 years ago. Caught 5 to 1 vs. my LV500 which was my fav back then. Great bottom hopper.

Rich Vieira - 6 years ago

Jsharp29 I have to agree on the spro. use it 90% of time a . it slaughters em

Jsharp29 - 6 years ago

Best lipless I've used so far.

David T - 6 years ago

Would you throw them on a Dobyns 705cb?

Big Jon - 6 years ago

you guys should design and produce your own brand of rods and reels. I would stock up on em

lojo.fishing - 6 years ago

bro I've been SMOKING them on the lipless lately, which is crazy because last spring I rarely threw it!!! Great video guys

SeaDawgFishiN - 6 years ago

lojo.fishing same

Joe Adams - 6 years ago

Great video. Am most impressed with your skill at handling the baits. No bandaids.

Nick Cavazos - 6 years ago

Great tips and info as always. I'm making it a point to throw the lipless alot more this year. For some reason I've always leaned towards the one knockers but have a box of both from 1/4-5/8. I found some 3/8 lv rto series and will throw those on calm days.

BenFairbank - 6 years ago

I like the idea of the lipless but all I've ever caught is the bottom. I'm going to give it another shot this spring though..if it ever comes

Thomas Martin - 6 years ago

I caught a 5.25-pounder bottom-hopping in rocks right after watching a video on it, but yeah...too many snags made me gave it up in that area shortly afterwards. I do think it's a very useful method at times and in the right areas. I always want to do more of it but am afraid of snags, esp from shore.

Travis Fry - 6 years ago

Great video as always!

Michael Divito - 6 years ago

I love waking up and starting my day watching your guys' videos! Keep that fresh content comin!

alex turner - 6 years ago

I live in KY and I have about 20 lipless cranks all different makes and colors and I always get more bites on an old BPS Tourney Special. I hope they never quit making that thing, lol

KluelessKayaker - 6 years ago

Problem is TWH sells out of all Lucky Craft baits so fast :(

pdbandit1 - 6 years ago

Around 40+ years ago I caught 10 bass on 10 casts throwing a lipless crank, I stocked up on them then!

pdbandit1 - 6 years ago

LOL, memories, fishing will build them!

Thomas Martin - 6 years ago

Cool, thanks, I'll check them out on eBay. I revisit my youth there sometimes and stock up on old crankbaits I've done well with and that no living fish probably knows about...

pdbandit1 - 6 years ago

It was a Storm Texas Shad 1/2 ounce in chrome with a black back, they haven't been made in a lot of years, they also made a 3/8ths ounce size LIL Tex. I have other brands of lipless cranks, but none has been as steady of producer of fish than them, and they are probably the plainest looking ones.

Thomas Martin - 6 years ago

What was the make and model?

Nick Hall - 6 years ago

I have lived all over the south east and carolinas, and I have never in my life bought a red colored lure EVER of ANY type... Even my soft or hard craw baits are grey, muddy, or black.... Come to think of it, I don't think I have ever seen a red colored crawdad in the wild... My go to lipless cranks are the silver or gold live target koppers shad, or different colored lipless yo-zuri's, or even the rapala "two tone" single clacker lipless... been having amazing luck this spring with that NEW mini A-rig looking live target(?) baitball spinner lure thing, it has been killing it for me!! That and the fish head primal spin with a keitech have just been amazing

great207 - 6 years ago

Any thoughts on the Rapala Rippin Rap? I recently got a couple of these and look forward to trying them as soon as the ice melts.

Thomas Martin - 6 years ago

I caught HUGE amounts of fish last year on the Rippin' Rap. It was one of my three go-to cranks for the year (the others were Shad Raps). The largest was 6.4 lbs on the #5 size...small bait, big fish, no matter...

Randy Thomas - 6 years ago

So I’m curious: why isn’t the Duo Realis vibration in your box? It’s unlike any other lipless I’ve used. BTW, another great video.

DW B - 6 years ago

Great timely info as always. Thanks. Unfortunately so far been fightin more wind than fish lookin for those spawners.

GoneFishin - 6 years ago

Again AWESOME video!!! wish I could give more thumbs ups!! lol....always learning with the content you guys put up....spending a whole lot of mula but hey its fishing!!! lol...thanks guys!

Seng Saelee - 6 years ago

Very imformative, thanks for info... Will be trying out more lipless baits

Eric Miniard - 6 years ago

I could listen to ya all day! Some days at work I just start a playlist lol. Thanks as always for some great info! Looking forward to putting some big girls in the boat down here in East TN!

Vladof - 6 years ago

Same here! He's the perfect host, super informative. I always feel like i'm hanging out with him whenever I watch his stuff

Charles Richardson - 6 years ago

A good video guys appreciate the info but I think it's time to get into story time..........

570FISHING - 6 years ago

Awesome video! I’m trying to fish these a lot more this year! Very informative!

thebeastking - 6 years ago

What brand and color is the thumbnail images?

thebeastking - 6 years ago

shtty17 thanks

shtty17 - 6 years ago

thebeastking looks like the LV in American Shad

Richard Majewski - 6 years ago

What are your thoughts on silent lipless crank baits?

Wil Martin - 6 years ago

Great video guys.we just got about 12 inches of snow by me. I’m in Long Island NY.i was just wondering if you saw the larger lipless from ratltrap I just bought one on clearance. It has saltwater hooks on it but do you think it would be any good in freshwater situations. Thank you again guys

Andrew Lamming - 6 years ago

I’m really surprised that people say they have bad hook ups. I have no issues even with Academy specials. Great info Matt.

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ZZ430T56 - 6 years ago

Any thoughts on my favorite, The Xcalibur/Booyah One Knocker?

J Bird - 6 years ago

I wasnt a fan of lipless cranks until i stuck a heavy 4lber in the middle of a new england december on a red craw red eye shad. I became a believer ever since

Lucas Snider - 6 years ago

Another great video! I'd love to see a video similar to this one about how to fish a chatterbait or bladed jigs in the spring time. Keep up the great content guys, you're still the best fishing channel out there!!!

AverageJoe Angling - 6 years ago

Very informative! one more month until i get back on the water!

Mike Nicholson - 6 years ago

What boat are you fishing out of?

Punch Fukker - 6 years ago

I have 2 hand-me-down'd ooold RatLTraps that kinda slow-sink and nose-down drift along off the bottom, great for more subtle spring stream drifting jerk-pop fish catching method. Surprised you didn't bring size into this, especially in low-vis waters/tough days; in muddy spring waters stepping up to like an 08 size Rattlin Rap in Holographic Shad or Silver Gold has made all the difference many days when a normal lipless just wasn't enough to turn em on/bring em in. That Silver Gold pattern works absolutely great in stained spring rivers like the North Susquehanna imitating young carp and fallfish besides the shiners'n'shad here.

Greg Blake - 6 years ago

Informative, great selection to choose from. Video was a big plus. Instructional value on sink to bottom lift or jerk and settle to bottom repeatedly technique is a win win. Thanks!

Harrison C. - 6 years ago

You guys should make a close up video of changing hooks. Maybe some tips on the best way to do it, fastest way, etc.

Harrison C. - 6 years ago

David Rauschenbach okay I’ll look into them... np

David Rauschenbach - 6 years ago

Sorry they are 14 something,

David Rauschenbach - 6 years ago

Yep, use there link, think around 8 dollar, Texas tackle small Size! Works great!!

shtty17 - 6 years ago

Harrison C. Split ring pliers will take all your hassle away. I always wondered how you could casually swap hooks and rings. I bought the pliers they link in their videos and I've successfully swapped out all my rings and hooks on my nice jerks, cranks and topwater

Zak Hancock - 6 years ago

Just about to enter the pre spawn here in Ohio. Can’t wait to toss the lipless!!!

White Raven - 6 years ago

All you need to know about lipless....LV-100, ghost minnow

J.L Hoffy - 6 years ago

Bill Lewis delta craw at night

Michael barnes - 6 years ago

Good info in the hook to land explanation. I've lost a few on lipless. Your commit on why might be spot on in my case. I may need to let the fight take longer.

Michael barnes - 6 years ago

White Raven I got the rod down I just get a little to excited and try to hoist them too fast

White Raven - 6 years ago

You need a deep loading mod-fast to moderate rod action to fish these. Hook ups will improve 100%.

jordan dean - 6 years ago

You guys are awesome! Iove the videos! Thanks for teaching me so much

HoosierbackOD - 6 years ago

Nice! Haven’t used lipless very much at all. Guess now I will will revisit it. Check us out. Peace!

Robert Murphy - 6 years ago

Great videos and have used a lot of the techniques you guys talk about here on the Lower Susquehanna River! Can't wait for top water action!

Watcher 01A - 6 years ago

LIPLESS YEAH BUDDY

Pakayakbassin - 6 years ago

My favorite bait category, always this to learn something new. Spro aruku shad is another good one, runs really nose down and comes through cover well.