This is where your experience really shines through. And the exact reason I subscribe to and watch all your videos. There's no telling how many countless fish I have hooked up on just from the knowledge I have gained from watching you and Tim. I don't think you realize how many father-son fishing trips and tournaments you and Tim have made better by the information that both of you share on your KZfaq channel. Thanks
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! Matt and I appreciate it!
@alancrump62946 жыл бұрын
I have been soaking up all of these videos on frog fishing. From how to walk one, to these simple tricks. I grew up a fisherman with my dad, but we did very basic old style fishing if you will. Find a cove on the water at night, bait up some minnows and drop straight down the side of the boat. Then after fishing all night, in the morning we would troll with a swim bait at a slow pace with the lure behind the boat in tow. It wasn't until I was an adult that I started learning about texas rigging with plastic worms. Learning buzz baits, swim jigs, crank baits, and now frogs has been a blast. Frog fishing has become my favorite style and I haven't even caught my first one on one yet. LOL. Thanks for the videos guys.
@herbsteiner10136 жыл бұрын
Matt, I've been bass fishing 40 years, and I STILL learn so much from the vids you and Tim present. Most informative KZfaq channel on the WWW.
@randypewthers89833 жыл бұрын
Best frog video ever.
@lojofishing6 жыл бұрын
these are so simple but I can attest to how much they work!!! great job brother
@Angelo_Music64 жыл бұрын
LOJO how aren’t u verified yet. Love ur vids
@aswan64555 жыл бұрын
Top water is my favorite way to fish. Nothing more exciting then getting that rush of the bass smashing the frogs or poppers. Enjoy all the tips you guys bring us!
@jasonatkins1095 Жыл бұрын
Great tips! Love the rattles & boiling tips 🐸
@elturco25mayo5 жыл бұрын
I am an Argentine fisherman, I love your videos! I commented that here we use many frogs because we have a fish called Tararira that has a very tough bone structure with teeth, you can imagine that the frogs last two or three bites if it is well taken and captured in shallow waters and with vegetation. This type of modifications helped me a lot in my fishing style, thank you very much, it continues like this.
@Jessandbrock6 жыл бұрын
You guys never fail to lay down the facts! I think I have officially watched every video or close to. Thank you for everything you guys do!
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support!
@keenanmoore2646 жыл бұрын
I throw a frog way too much. So much so that I'm quite weak with most other techniques. I just can't put it down. Those blow ups are worth catching less fish to me. Just a blast. hoping to become more well rounded this summer.
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
We hear you! Its so much fun
@kevinyoung9476 жыл бұрын
I hear that start with a popper if there isn’t vegetation
@jerryc27094 жыл бұрын
Instead of shoving rattles and weights into the hole where the hook exits the frog, I take a razor blade and make a 1 centimeter cut in the top of the frog, put my weight(s) or rattle inside then heat up a case (butter) knife and seal the incision. Works great and you don't compromise the integrity of the hook exit hole.
@danielechiavini19916 жыл бұрын
Never tried before to boil a frog, i'll do it for sure! Kind of a super pro-tip! Keep doing quality contents like this, I really enjoy your practical approach! Greetings from Italy!
@stevencaldwell8385 жыл бұрын
I have to say, without a doubt... Matt & Tim have upped my bass game hugely! I’ve poked fun in the past ( ego ), then, started actually listening to the FREE advice these guys offer. I put Matt’s summertime “shadow” theory to test yesterday at DVL, So Cal, ( desert lake, few shadows ),
@alanreyes294 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for the summer and fish frog baits
@kevinharrigan27273 жыл бұрын
I throw three pointed .177 lead pellets in my frogs, it adds a tiny amount of wait to make it cast easier and sit on mats a little better. Ridiculously cheap and extremely effective.
@mr.alonzofairley54764 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all of the tips .....
@fundamentawellness95625 жыл бұрын
The split shot advice is literally going to be game changing! I am constantly missing bites in heavy cover because they struggle finding it properly!
@nickcavazos57186 жыл бұрын
I like the bully wa ii for the same reason. For all the other ones I pull the hooks out, wrap some thread around the line tie to keep water out of the nose, wrap hooks shanks with braid making it one solid hook, then add red heat shrink around the braid past where they come through frog ( the the r2s frogs have ) and poke a hole between the legs.
@retflo25836 жыл бұрын
Heading up to Clear Lake and Berryessa in two wks looking for my first frog fish, thanks for the tips!
@RashidMalik-hd6fx3 жыл бұрын
Following your tips by put some sinkers in the frog body make a whole new different....the snakehead is much more aggressive bitting my frog...thank Matt
@FISHINandJUNK6 жыл бұрын
Great frog tips. I needed a reminder on adding split shot or rattles, seems like I have forgotten that trick,
@Willy36776 жыл бұрын
New to bass fishing, just started throwing a frog. I am hooked on the blow up, but yet to get one on the line yet. Will try again this weekend. Thanks for the tips.
@watcher01a176 жыл бұрын
Matt, you are the man. Thanks for helping me remember some of the frog rigging tips that I had forgotten about. Maybe I can get some more hookups now. All hail Matt. All hail Matt.
@Hiei10296 жыл бұрын
I just caught my first frog fish on Monday. Nice 4lber with the most vicious strike I’ve seen this year. M favorite it booyah pooopin frog. It walks really well for a pooper frog. I’m definitely gonna try the rattles this year. Something different that stands out.
@TheAyoproductions6 жыл бұрын
Jarred Monaco try a savage gear popping frog also. Walks easier than any popping frog I've thrown. Even walks better than most regular frogs
@Hiei10296 жыл бұрын
Luke Wheeler I’ll check them out. I’ve caught a lot last year on the booyah poppin frog. I like how it walks very easily. I’ll check out the savage gear. On my lake I don’t think many people are walking the frog from side to side. They are more just bobbing it and the difference matterz
@df81896 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to go fishing with you guys next year I'm booking a trip soon, see u on the water guys
@virginiaowen6 жыл бұрын
all the tips in this vid are going to save me this summer
@rickynaney87486 жыл бұрын
I don’t think you understand the amount of hype when I hear “ hey guys Matt allen here, welcome back to tactical bassin! “
@kevinyoung9476 жыл бұрын
It is sad when I open one of their bids and it’s not Matt
@richardbossman98756 жыл бұрын
Kevin Young. Personally I find Tim just as knowledgeable and presents his info just as palatable as Matt.
@kevinyoung9476 жыл бұрын
Richard Bossman I have absolutely nothing against him just like Matt’s delivery better
@ricker76er5 жыл бұрын
I like them both, but prefer Matt’s delivery by a c-hair.
@rafabonati77575 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips. I just started 🐸 fishing on grass mats and along them from shore. Caught one so far. I will immediately try the split shot 💡.
@benjaminbuchanan83814 жыл бұрын
July 2020 just got my first frog fish. I’m taking these tips to the water tomorrow! Thanks boss
@summernicole38246 жыл бұрын
Thank you for telling tips
@victorxavier99776 жыл бұрын
Simple and effective tips, thx Matt!
@williamwilson37856 жыл бұрын
Matt, your instructional videos are ++
@MontyMonteka6 жыл бұрын
Matt I Love you bro your such a good genuine person 🤙🏽 fish 🎣 life
@thetopwaterking24206 жыл бұрын
Another awesome way to catch a few extra is to hold it under water let it fill up or get an old non floating frog and walk it under water around sparse clumps of grass it works great for the bigger ones that may not want to hit top or if a fish misses the bait on top
@calvinanderson66036 жыл бұрын
I like to use a sharpie to put little dots and shapes on the under side of the frog I think it helps break up the frog and make it more natural with out sacrificing visibility
@bassallyear6 жыл бұрын
That Underwater shot though....Another great video Matt and TB Crew!!
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
Thanks bud! Check out our underwater playlist - kzfaq.info/sun/PLgykyPP_mr1dUlsxZKpHvqu9-A7OPjWhw
@larrycowden22713 жыл бұрын
Very interesting modifications. Great video! Will have to try them!
@vire5596 жыл бұрын
I never know about boiling frog to soften it. Tks for the tips
@jameshutcheson49106 жыл бұрын
Every time I open my comment field to ask for clarification on something it seems like it’s the very next thing you say, so I’m just going to comment anyway. Love the channel.
@pdbandit16 жыл бұрын
Great! Matt, maybe you or Tim know? Will mend it repair tears in torn frogs?
@Roboworm996 жыл бұрын
Love these style of videos
@copperheadfishing72586 жыл бұрын
Great video my man. Love the top water action!!!
@brianmccarty36266 жыл бұрын
Once again more game changing tips from the "MAN"! Genius!
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
LOL! Thanks Brian
@JohnSattoCH6 жыл бұрын
Great tips Matt 👍👊 love it!
@Jloft5596 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, love watching your guys vids helps me a lot on what to go buy and want to do to modify my baits. Could you guys start on what are some good summer baits and ways to fish them because some places I fish some of the fish are done with the spawn and post spawn
@PigPatrolTV6 жыл бұрын
Another sick video fellas!
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Josh!
@full_metal24526 жыл бұрын
Just remember when boiling your frog to soften it to start with cold water. If you put the frog in boiling water he will jump out.😉
@jessemcnutt78524 жыл бұрын
BLAHahahahahahahaha! I laughed way too hard on this one!
@Angelo_Music64 жыл бұрын
LaRueOBR556 hahahaha thx for the tip😉
@ericwallar21974 жыл бұрын
All seriousness. How long do you boil it for
@richshackelford57936 жыл бұрын
Great video Matt, awesome tips
@sajeoarguelles52723 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. You never mentioned if you use the 55 or 65? Thanks for the content, always learn so much!
@zeebaitco99286 жыл бұрын
Great video as always Matt
@deanodeano71126 жыл бұрын
Great tips! Love frog fishin
@cbachfishing39376 жыл бұрын
I like the boiling water idea. Gonna try it tonight and try not to get it mixed up with the spaghetti dinner.
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
LOL!
@danbooger14 жыл бұрын
thank you
@donaldwagner5245 жыл бұрын
Another great and informative video. Thanks
@trentonwinters19156 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips Matt!
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@fishing4reel_2476 жыл бұрын
Great video.
@zachshott78336 жыл бұрын
What's your guys thought on the R2S Ish's fat mat daddy frog?? Little bigger profile and has an optional rattle, but basically the bully WA2.
@mr.skeptical30714 жыл бұрын
Anyone try a megabass big Gavot? Or a koppers live target frog?
@jdeanschlosser776 жыл бұрын
I put in one or two splishots depending on size and I use beads from the hobby store.
@davesteffes69246 жыл бұрын
As always great stuff!
@MonsterChuck6 жыл бұрын
What about frogs that sink/take on water if they are new? I have a spittin wa that I haven't even caught a fish on yet and the thing just sinks. Would you just use super glue to button up all the holes except for the drain hole?
@richardbossman98756 жыл бұрын
First video I saw on my tacticalbassin binge watching and it is ironic because I stuck a pretty good one tonight ( breaking an almost 3 week fishless streak). I"ll have to try adding rattles as lately the water has been stained.
@capitolbassfishing6 жыл бұрын
Good stuff thanks!
@petewann3276 жыл бұрын
Can you review the st. Croix legend bass crankbait rod
@Hawksfan39866 жыл бұрын
Have you tried the Stanford Baits Boom Boom Frog? Also, it'd be awesome if you guys did a frog video in heavy cover only! I'd love to see your tips/tactics.
@Fckouttahere6 жыл бұрын
CPRfisherman That things a POS!
@Hawksfan39866 жыл бұрын
Hmmm. What don't you like about it? I threw a couple of the colors during a couple sessions and had decent success. The Frogfur did start to peel away after a few fish, but superglue fixed it right up.
@GainingDespair6 жыл бұрын
I swear I'm getting some serious Deja Vu from this video lol Also just want to add if you can't get the rattles locally BB's work pretty well as a substitute.
@pabassfisherman6 жыл бұрын
Wow, even Kermit the Frog would be impressed with these tips!! Good stuff, Matt!
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
LOL!
@sirgillium19706 жыл бұрын
How do you decide between using white or black? Arnt they kind of showing up the same underwater?
@blackheartmargo34296 жыл бұрын
in clear or lightly stained water, use white. In murky water or when fishing at night, use black.
@vincentm84594 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro helps man
@brianrobinson99796 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video explaining Mag rods? I've heard some people say that they're slightly stronger* some say they're lighter*. I'd like to hear your guy's take on them. * referring to the backbone strength of the rod
@chanchoonleng10823 жыл бұрын
Any tips on how to bend them king daddy hooks?
@devinweber87416 жыл бұрын
Hey I was wondering if you could help me at all. I’m fishing a lake that is really deep and clear and I keep having giant bass come up to the top of the water and just sitting there. I had one 6 or 7 pounder follow a 4.8 inch Kaitec in but never committed. I can’t seem to get them like this and I can’t get that many bites any other way because the lake has no structure so it’s tough to find where they are. Also I’m fishing from the bank so I can’t fish the middle. I got a 68 special rof 5 gizzard because this winter I saw big gizzard shad washing up on the bank (dying from the cold) I haven’t tried it yet but I was wondering if you could tell me where to fish with it since there isn’t any structure or weeds or if there is a lure that works for getting the bass at the top. Also f it helps top water hasn’t worked there for me and the bass sometimes go in groups of 3 circling the lake.
@thomaskasekamp96536 жыл бұрын
great tips. Thanks.
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Thomas!
@BubbaclubbaW6 жыл бұрын
Great video matt! Can you do a video on braided lines?
@mychalboose54706 жыл бұрын
You guys rule
@max54806 жыл бұрын
A buddy just turned me on to your channel. Boy have I been missing out. Been bending out the hooks and trimming legs for years but never thought about adding weights, rattles and heat treating. Great job guys.
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Max thanks for watching!
@stevencaldwell8385 жыл бұрын
Free advise continued... 99% of the strikes, fish lost, and fish landed were in the tightest of of shadows! Amazing! I actually caught 3 times more bass than the professional guide on the the lake that day! Moral of my story... Humbled, listened, applied, & modified Matt & Tim’s lessons into my own style that has proven to work from high pressured reservoirs in California to Center Hill lake in Tennessee. Thank you both for your passion and knowledge.
@anthonym74376 жыл бұрын
Matt what are some tactics for fishing submerged vegitation. All my lakes have it almost to the surface.
@bartgrider68956 жыл бұрын
All good tips but I would like to add a few comments.... The trailer hook will kill walking the dog action in open water.. On the King Daddy, I prefer to put lead inside it even if fishing open water. That thing floats to high in the water straight out of the package and you will miss a lot of strike because it's so buoyant. not because it's to big. The weight will not kill the walk the dog and I've added up to a half ounce. The King Daddy looks huge but it really don't "fish" that big
@oldmanwalters6 жыл бұрын
Great info once again! Thanks tacticalbassin
@Preach3r236 жыл бұрын
Legit stuff, thanks.
@fgor6 жыл бұрын
Hey guys. You recommend the Curado K HG over the XG? Why?
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
HG. The XG is great but you lose torque with the higher gear ratios.
@wolfpacak474 жыл бұрын
does a swivel impede walking a frog ??
@Scott___T6 жыл бұрын
What color Bully Wa has the chartreuse belly? It’s hard to see the belly on Tackle Warehouse
@loganslaughter16076 жыл бұрын
how much does that trailer hook really increase the hook up ratio by? Does it really make huge difference?
@rocketleaguetrades94105 жыл бұрын
Any tips for getting good at bait caster
@Th-fc4nq6 жыл бұрын
Can anybody vouch for the fact that spro frogs are notorious for having stiff bodies??
@valvatorez1235 жыл бұрын
Is a extra heavy rod necessary, I run a medium heavy for most of my bass fishing. I'd like to try frogs out but I'm afraid I'll snap my rod running through the weeds.
@nickhanna89306 жыл бұрын
Awsome tips thanks for the help
@shaunroberts93616 жыл бұрын
Dude man you are telling on the tricks..... Thank you
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nick!
@tacticalbassin6 жыл бұрын
LOL You're welcome!
@dangerfield856 жыл бұрын
Got the Dobyns Fury 735 for this exact technique 👌Matt, do you ever frog with a soft plastic option like a power bait kicker frog?
@df81896 жыл бұрын
Jon Hillen or zoom horny toads
@Stratollac6 жыл бұрын
Horny Toads, Rage Frogs, Sizmic Toads, Ribbits, etc. are all great, but they’re a different deal. Closer to buzzbait fishing than frogs.
@ScuffedEngineer6 жыл бұрын
Yes they do, last years frog tips kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jZtzqqtqvK-lfok.html
@bass.buster36332 жыл бұрын
I sometimes boil my frogs and it makes them a Lil softer
@vincentkenton60646 жыл бұрын
What is does mag heavy mean on a rod? Only my second season bass fishing and haven’t heard or seen to many people using it.
@kgspvgsp7569 Жыл бұрын
why would they make the legs so long then, if we all have to later cut them off. Is there a technique or a situation where you might want them to be longer?
@BigB1765 жыл бұрын
What do you do for short strikes? Also how do you feel about the Booyah toad runner?
@mr.goodbass94453 жыл бұрын
Anyone crimping split shot onto the hook rather than putting it in the body ?
@skulliezmckrackin13206 жыл бұрын
Looks like your complexion is clearing up, less red. Home your doing alright.
@keithhines53195 жыл бұрын
Great video like always Matt. I have a question what speed reel do you recommend for frog fishing. I fish smaller ponds with alot of logs,brush, and lay down. I am looking at purchasing a 7:1:1 Is this a good one or do I need a faster one. Thanks!
@mr.goodbass94453 жыл бұрын
Have they made a video on soft plastic frogs rather than hollow body?
@tacticalbassin3 жыл бұрын
Yes but it's been a while. Search "toad" instead of frog and it should come up.