5 “Must Try” Topwater Tricks For Summer Bass!

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It’s topwater time! These little tricks will get you bites when nothing is working! We all love throwing topwater but some anglers just seem to have a knack for catching bigger fish than the rest. Tim is one of those anglers. Today he’s breaking down some of the subtle tricks he uses to out fish everyone around him with a topwater.

From the number of trebles on your bait, to bait modifications, to bait color, subtle differences can be everything. Tim uses specific baits in different conditions and is very intentional about his color selection as well. Don’t think topwater color matters? It does!

Below you’ll find links to some of Tim’s favorite topwater baits. We’ve also included the components he uses to modify them, along with great topwater combos from high end to budget friendly. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

*HARD BAITS…*
•Evergreen Shower Blows SB 105: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH
Colors: Ghost Threadfin Shad, Bone, Full Metal

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE
Colors: Megabass Sexy Shad, Wagin Hasu 2, White Python

•Jackall PikuPiku: https://bit.ly/399wl59
Colors: Lively Wakasagi, Glitter Secret Bait

*FOLLOW UP BAITS…*
•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H
Colors: Electric Shad, Smokin Shad, Chartreuse

•Yamamoto 5" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS
Colors: Green Pumpkin Black, Natural Shad

*FROGS…*
Popping– Jackall Gavacho: https://bit.ly/2L7KsWS
Colors: Chart Strike Gill, Gold Gill

Walking– River2Sea Bully Wa 2: https://bit.ly/2axyR2a
Colors: Little Allen, TW Bluegill, Ghost

Heavy Cover– Savage Gear DC Walker: https://bit.ly/2VVjRVl
Colors: Olive Chartreuse, Shad, Gill

Finesse– Jackall Kaera: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3
Colors: Glitter Hasu, Glitter Gill

*BAIT MODIFICATIONS…*
Rattles– Skirts Unlimited 20 Pack: https://bit.ly/3xro58S
Weight– Xzone Tungsten 1/8 oz: https://bit.ly/40NDHjT

*FEATHERED HOOK UPGRADES…*
•Owner Tournament Trailer: https://bit.ly/2dJH8V6
Size: 4, 2

•Gamakatsu Feathered Treble: https://bit.ly/2Ii4IXO
Size: 4, 2

*UPGRADED TREBLES…*
Stock Replacement- Gamakatsu Round Bend Treble: https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp
Size: 2, 4

Strong Hook– Owner 3X ST–56 Treble: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW
Size: 2, 4

Slick Coating– Hayabusa TBL 930 NRB Coated: https://bit.ly/3qBuXkB
Size: 2, 4

*TIM’S MAIN TOPWATER COMBO…*
Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Z Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY
Model: 7′ Medium Regular
Reel– Daiwa Steez SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb
Line– Sufix 832 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader– Sufix Advance (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

*TIM’S FROG COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano Expride 7’3" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

*BUDGET WALKING BAIT COMBO…*
Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7’1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs
Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH
Line– Sufix 832 (30 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji
Leader– Sufix Advance (15 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

*BUDGET FROG COMBO…*
Rod– Shimano SLX A 7’2" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO
Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line– Power Pro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

*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! Its 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
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 Storage Box: https://bit.ly/3U9y4cl
Favorite Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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