FINESSE SWIMBAIT vs SOFT JERKBAIT: Which Is Better?

Come along for an awesome day of fishing with Matt and his Dad! We’re on vacation in the North to get away from the heat and the bass fishing is on fire! The fish are aggressive, and the water is clear. What more could we ask for?!

This lake is a perfect example of a natural Northern fishery. It has a healthy mix of both largemouth and smallmouth bass, and you can target either one. Today the smallmouth are on finesse patterns and the largemouth are ambushing around shallow cover.

Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and gear we used throughout the morning. We’ve included our favorite colors and sizes for each, as well as any hook upgrades we used. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can find detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

*FINESSE SWIMBAITS…*
•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS
Size: 1/8 oz

•Xzone 2.75″ Swammer Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Color: Tennessee Shad

•Xzone 3.5″ Swammer Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q
Color: Natural Goby

*SOFT JERKBAIT…*
•Owner Jungle Wide Gap Hook: https://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z
Size: 3/0

•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo
Colors: Baby Bass, Electric Shad

*TOPWATER…*
•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE
Color: Sexy French Pearl

*GLIDE BAIT…*
•Savage Gear 5.25″ Glide Swimmer: https://bit.ly/4eGJ5No
Color: Ghost Gill

*DALE’S FINESSE COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Zodias 7’6″ Medium: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Reel– Shimano Vanford 3000: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7
Line– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

*MATT’S SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Expride B 6’10” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy
Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

*MATT’S TOPWATER COMBO…*
Rod– G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj
Reel– Shimano Metanium 70 DC: https://bit.ly/49al91d
Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF
Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

*TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)*
We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! It’s all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here…

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY… *

Boat– Skeeter FXR 21: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh
Motor– Yamaha VMAX SHO 250 HP: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0
Trolling Motor– Minn Kota Ultrex Quest: https://bit.ly/41RErpY
Electronics– Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q
Batteries– Dakota Lithium 135 AH: https://bit.ly/4b9HooR
Anchors– Minn Kota Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ
Camera– GoPro Hero 12: https://bit.ly/3MwQToy

*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…* 

Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite Rod Cover: https://bit.ly/3UewJEx
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Hard Storage Box: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR
Favorite Soft Tackle Storage: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7
Favorite Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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