Buzzbaits and Frogs! Summer Bass Fishing On Clearlake!
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- Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
- After months on the road we're finally back on Clearlake! Come along as we explore the lake, build patterns, and catch fish! Matt utilizes a buzzbait, frog, and toad to catch a fish in the grass on a hot Summer day. Many anglers avoid fishing in the heat but if you know where to look there are big fish to be caught!
Catching fish consistently in Summer requires an understanding of how and why they position. Shallow water bass love to be close to cover. A consistent food source is also key. In most lakes, if you can find baitfish and grass in the same area, you're around bass. This morning Matt hit the water at first light. He already knew where to find grass but the baitfish remained a mystery. By getting out early he was able to quickly locate active birds searching for a meal.
It took time to get the first bite but the bird activity confirmed the presence of baitfish and ultimately the presence of bass. Whenever you're on the water pay close attention to nature, it's clues can really shorten your search time. Once Matt located fish he used a combination of baits to get consistent bites from bass that were positioned to ambush prey as it passed by the grass beds.
Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment Matt used to catch his fish. We've included color recommendations for the various baits, the exact combos Matt was fishing with, and even a budget-minded alternative. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
The Baits...
Skirtless Buzzbait Dirty Jigs Canterbury Pro Buzz 1/2 oz (Blue Glimmer): bit.ly/2cWI6if
Trailer- River2Sea D Walker Swimbait 120 (PB Red): bit.ly/2NwqBmz
4 Blade Buzzbait D&M Easy Roller Buzz (Night Stalker): bit.ly/2SCqcmj
Frog River2Sea Bully Wa 2: bit.ly/2axyR2a
Colors: Little Allen, TW Gill, Dirty White, Ghost
-Big Bite Baits Tour Toad: bit.ly/2NtAghc
Colors: Hematoma, Pearl Shine
Hook- Owner 6/0 Twist Lock Open Gap: bit.ly/2cYZ3rM
Matt's Buzzbait Combo...
Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7'5" 5 Power (Heavy): bit.ly/36fIHCg
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC XG: bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Matt's Frog Combo...
Rod- Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Budget Buzzbait Combo...
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'2" Medium Heavy: bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX DC XG: bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Line- Power Pro 50 lb Braided Line: bit.ly/2aFg46b
Budget Frog Combo...
Rod- Dobyns Fury 736 (7'3" Mag Heavy): bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Shimano SLX DC XG: bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Line- Power Pro 65 lb Braided Line: bit.ly/2aFg46b
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#bassfishing #frogfishing #topwater
Tim and Matt are the best on RUclips. They should have 360 MILLION subs.
There's people that fish, and there's people that fish like it's a sport. Matt makes it look so easy. Swift, efficient, and confident casts. Follows through to the side of the boat. Quickly changes rods for a 2nd chance. It's like the fastest you'll see someone work but not actually really move around lot.
I'm sure it was probably you I spoke with on Facebook about the little Allen bully wa I'm glad you're finally home and getting after those frog fish. It's just so fun words don't describe it.
Great tips from the best bass fishermen on the internet. Tactical Rocks. Welcome back home to Clear Lake Matt.
Correction the best bass fisherman on the planet are matt allen and tim little together! Not just the internet!! You got a finesse fisherman and a power fisherman teamed up both with a lifetime of knowledge . In my opinion those two together are the best combo on the planet sny body of water any time of year any condition they will have the biggest bag on the lake 90% of the time
Thank you guys!!
I love frogs in the summer! The buzzbaits really shine to me more towards the fall bite!
They're an excellent 1-2 punch. On the days they just don't seem to be on the frog like you'd expect... that's your buzzbait day.
Plop plop on the frog flop
Awesome video! Smashing fish on topwater baits! Gotta love it! 8:30 If you miss him... Toss it back!
We’re lucky to call Clearlake our hometown lake! It’s #1... literally!
Awesome videos.
Great instruction and entertainment. Thanks!
I love catching fish on top water baits.
Thanks for another awesome video. You do a great job teaching people how to catch more fish
awesome video bro like it...
Greetings From
Fish Locker India...❤🌹👍🌷
Yep looked just like me using a toad. Swing miss, swing miss, on and on. Went back to the frog and got the hook ups just couldn't cover water like I wanted to. But can never complain about any top water bite. You guys are the best.
Ha! When they want that toad it's a massacre but there are plenty of days just like this where they only want half of it. 🤦♂️
"Oh he's not as big as I thought" litterly the biggest bass I've ever cought. 😂😣
Don't sweat it! Just keep sticking those fish 👊
What a excellent video Matt. Thank you for sharing. Just outstanding.
Thanks Shaun!
love when the bass just come up for that buzzbait and get a good hookset on them
That's the best! Its just such a solid connection when you hit them with that big single hook.
Man, my great aunt had a house with an amazing covered deck on the water on Clear Lake when I was a kid. I used to never care about fishing from it and just wanted to go in the boat. The house is no longer in the family and now I wish I could go there and fish it daily.
This video couldn’t have come out at a better time. I just ordered my first frog, a live target 65t based on another frog video you did. Can’t wait to try it out this week. Thanks Matt!
Awesome! You're going to have a blast!
TacticalBassin Thanks! You guys’ videos have been extremely helpful in decoding the world of fishing.
Matt, you are one of the best bass anglers I have ever seen or watched!! I’ve been watching you for about 8 mos or so , I’m sure you covered this before but were you ever a tournament angler? I would love to see how you rank against the pros!!! I bet you would beat most of them!!
This was fun to watch.
Thanks!
Awesome job Matt 👍👍
Thanks Ken!
4AM, going to same condition place, I have same frog 🐸, let’s see if I can catch some. Thanks Matt.
Let us know pls.! Petri🎣
Hope you got some. I just got done being skunked for the fifth straight out. Screw summer
@@TheApostateTapir I keep getting skunked too. Water is to dang hot. Not sure what else to try other than trolling with cranks or fishing for catfish
@@anything896 I've been resorting to panfishing with my fly rod or BFS setup.
Hot water has been our problem here too. 85+ They’re lethargic - I can only get them on flukes, drop and ned rig right now but hitting the delta this weekend for some frog action
I can’t stop throwing a frog this summer. It’s just too damn good
I love your videos
Yooo that miss to cast and catch was sooo sick 👊🙌
Love your videos, I wish you did a series for bank fishing, for those if us who don't have boats
We've done quite a few actually. If you search "tacticalbassin bank fishing" "shore fishing", etc... you should find a few. There will definitely be more in the future.
@@tacticalbassin awesome, appreciate ya!
Matt you have gotten me to throw a frog this year. I have had good luck with some big fish. Thanks
Awesome!! Glad to hear it!
Cant beat a top water bite way to figure out that pattern brother and welcome back to clear lake
Thanks Chris!
8:31 MISS, AND CAST EXACT SAME SPOT. U ARE SO 👍 GOOD
Great video buddy. Appreciate the tips. I’ve been doing a lot of summer bass fishing and these videos really have given me an edge. I caught my PB earlier this month... 4lb large mouth. I know it’s small for most but for me it was worth a million bucks. Thanks for your advice brother and keep killing it!!!!
Congratulations on the new PB!! That's awesome!
TacticalBassin thanks a ton man. Means a lot. I’m taking the frog lures out early early morning this Saturday!!! Going to put these tips to work!!!!
Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
TacticalBassin dude!!!! I caught a 5lb on a frog today!!! I’m not even kidding!!!! New PB!!!! Idk if I can post a picture on here or not but I’ll try. Thanks again guys!!!! I walked the frog over some vegetation on the bank and she freaking blew it up! It was awesome.
Love the video Matt, I have learned so much from you guys. I'm gonna try the toad. I've been killing it with the Storm Arashi cover pop! You guys are the best.
Thanks Ryan!!
I decided to buy a gavacho after y’all’s recommendation, and I love it caught so many fish on it, thanks so much y’all it’s really a great frog
Awesome!! That's a great frog!
Drill a few holes in the blades on that quad blade if you need a little more gurgle with that slower speed. I love the quad blade speed and subtlety, but sometimes it’s nice to have a little extra sound.
Great tip!
@@tacticalbassin It's the only one I have compared to the thousands of tips you guys have provided all of us with. Thanks for all the info you guys have shared!
Awesome vid Matt, Do more frog/topwater videos please! Frog fishing is my favorite way to catch them
Ours too! Such a fun technique!
@@tacticalbassin Yessir! Thank you for the reply, have a blessed day brother 🙏
I caught 2 5lbers on a bully wa little allen this evening. Love the River2sea Bully Wa
That's awesome!! Way to go!!
Good stuff Matt! 💯
Matt and Tim there are vids of fishing lakes with structure, grass lay downs etc. for large mouth but haven't seen any vids of fishing rock walls, cliffs, bottoms etc. for spots would it be possible to come up to Shasta Lake and do a vid about that? It would be very helpful. Thank You
Most of them are Winter videos but we have a ton of vids dedicated to fishing rock, points, bluffs, etc. I dont think we'll be on Shasta in the near future but we'll keep this in the back of our minds and shoot something as soon as we can. (We saw the other comments too 👍)
Thank you for the reply I'll look for some of those vids. Much appreciated
Thanks Matt. Haven't been successful this year yet with the frog. Took me back to school. As always great vid.
Thanks Zeke! We're happy to help.
thats crazy i was just wondering if you guys ever made a buzz bait clip lol awesome lol
You confirmed my thinking on skirtless buzzbaits. I had walleyes blowing up on my buzz baits like crazy. It was only the swimbaits but it was making that noise like a whopper ploiper- buzzbaits
Matt you have to start wearing a go pro always appreciate the videos tho great information 👍🏻
I just started froggin and man, I've been missing out! Been killin it on the 🐸
Awesome!!
1:44 fish jumps entirely out of the water behind you
Gotta love the home lake. #CLEARLAKEISAWESOME
What state is this in?
@@grdamic California
Last time on Clear Lake fished The Narrows and south of there and didn't do as well and should have end of September last year. Looks like on this video you were in the main like north of the Narrows. Anyway love a frog bite anytime I can do it.
God is good
No gonna lie but the fish explosion on 8:30, I thought it was a bird haha. Still haven’t caught a frog fish yet but hope to get one at Clearlake soon!
I love making em bite what I wanna throw! 9 times outta 10 I pre tie 5 lures I like throwing and just run what I tie up. Some days it doesn't work but most I can force feed haha
Ha! We do the same. 👍
I love me some buzzbaits!
Hey man I use alot of BOSS products their ball heads, football heads, ECT. This year I been using the boss Brent Ehler buzzbait and that thing is 💰. Now it's small and its kinda finesse but they 🔨 it
Brandon Burker It’s nice to have the option of what blade you want to put on it too. BOSS is slowly taking over my jig and buzzbait collection 👍
Awesome information, that's exactly what was killing them here in South Georgia at a local farm pond. I lost a huge bass on a frog though 😥😥. The hardest part is waiting to set the hook.
Bummer! Hit them HARD when the time comes and pull with everything you've got. Hope you get the next one!
@@tacticalbassin absolutely I'm using 50lb braid with the dobyns 🐸 rod.
I'll definitely practice
Love the Video Matt! I have learned so much from your channel. Can you recommend a few budget setups rod&reel that I can use for frogging and punching? I will eventually get a dedicated Punching setup, but want to just dabble with it for now - would a frog rod work? I am in Canada so we don't get all the variety you do in the U.S. that is why I ask for a few suggestions.
Since it is summer I assume that you will be doing another Punching video soon :-)
Fishing my Not So Clear beaver pond in the am with the same lures. I've been crushing them in 91 degree water. Thanks
Awesome! This lake is called "clearlake" but that's a giant joke. This vid was in 12-18" of visibility max and a couple catches were near zero vis.
Have you ever tried the Teckle Frog...works as a buzzbait, whopper plopper type and frog all in one..goes over grass..weedless and can frog it
We produced the first video ever made with it 👍Search "teckel sprinker tacticalbassin" and you'll really enjoy that video with slow motion explosions.
Hey guys;awesome vid as always and probably happy2b back on home waters.was wondering if y'all can recommend a Mic compatible w/GP Hero 7 white?putting out ep004 on my channel(BassFishin Brian)&trying to upgrade on quality of audio..peace& God Bless!!
My little Allen frog needs to be squeezed basically in every other cast. Do you have that problem as well, Matt? What can I do to make it water proof?
Champion boats miss them I've had 3 just got a used 21cc .....
Great video as always! When are we getting the Metanium review that was hinted at a while ago?
Soon 😉
@@tacticalbassin Ive been using it all summer and im still a little on the fence about mine so Im very curious what you guys found with yours
Matt have you guys tried the new scum frog, I think it’s called the launcher. I’ve heard from other you tubers it’s really good.
We havent had the chance to try it yet. We've spent the summer far from frog fish until this last week.
Tactical bassin. Try out the teckel bladewalker
Look for it in an upcoming review video 👍
God is good
Hey Matt,
I never fished clear lake and I hear about all the big bass the lake has. I have a 12 ft Jon boat I want to take out there. Where is the best place to launch in clear lake.
Thanks Mike.
Getting a frog now... ya'll talk about all of the time and spank'em constantly!
Awesome! You're going to love it!
Awesome, Was this after the tournament they just had there?
Do you ever catch big frogs on frogs? Had first big bullfrog just attack my frog!
Yes! It's crazy when they attack them
Snapping turtle was my most interesting
Use little grubs at night or evening if you like frog legs they tear em up
I was always told to wait like 3 seconds before setting the hook while using a frog should I still do that?
According to Tactical, they say to swing as soon as you see the blow up because your reaction is already inherently delayed. Do what works for you or what is comfortable. I still hear the “wait 3 seconds” thing but count 3 seconds in your head and tell me that doesn’t seem like too long!
Scott T Pea thanks
Where are the summer fishing in the south videos? You all are awesome but the water is way different and I'm just curious if it's a mistake or obviously going north every summer to promote summer tactics. How about a high pressured less popular lake in Texas 90* water. That's what I've been waiting for....peace and love Guys
The water in this video was 86 degrees. There are some changes coming in the next few weeks you're really going to like 😉 Stick with us a bit longer.
I meant no Illness toward you brother. Y'all are great!! I suck. Determined but loosing. I'm 2 years from a boat and it's harder than shore fishing for me for what ever reason I cant find a pattern. I can pattern all over the US from shore but this boat is a whole different thing....thanx for the feedback I wasn't nay saying by any means. Peace
Can't get a top water bite at home lake in San diego.low visability6-12 inches,no grass,mostly rocky reservoir.any suggestions??
why can’t i see the description with products anymore?
What kind of frog is that, i havent had much luck with frogs but im excited to try them.
Just got to say you guys are terrible influences. I go out and buy a ton of baits inspired by you two guys, and it never fails you show me more baits I need to buy LOL. Did y'all catch any big ones on Lake Chickamauga with the little Allen bully wa?
Ha! Sorry! We didn't get any monsters on it at Chick. They were really keyed in on the smaller baitfish last time we were there and the smaller frogs seemed to make a big difference. Give us a little time, that answer will change 😃
Hey Matt,
I really appreciate your videos. I have a JDM color Gavacho Frog that I think you would love. Is there any way to send one to you?
Matt, I’m trying to become better at fishing deeper structure. What do you look for/how deep do you set out when you know you’ll be throwing topwater?
It totally varies depending on water clarity. In this video I was fishing 2-10+ feet of water. In a crystal clear reservoir with no cover Tim and I aren't afraid to fish the color line out over 100+ feet of water. Knowing where that color line is, is key.
What made you NOT pick the Teckel Sprinker frog?
Can i use a skirted buzz bait with a trailer
An updated rod buyers guide sound good to anyone else? I went with a G Loomis NRX fast action for worming but need some help choosing rods for other uses.
It's definitely coming 👍 If you ever have specific questions feel free to reach out.
Do you use any googan baits
So when you’re throwing a frog I’m sure you’re using braid but do you have any backing so the braid doesn’t slip? Should I put backing everytime I spool a reel up with braid?????
Yes always put backing underneath braid. Or else you will have ghost drag
Saves money in the long run doing a backing for braid. I do it for every rod i use braid on.
Yes, always back the reel. We don't actually use line as backing, a few wraps of electrical tape around the spool will work sufficiently as well. 👍
So how close does the grass need to get to the surface before you’d use a frog?
It really doesn't. They'll come up and eat a frog in completely open water. Its a different look than what they're used to seeing in pressured open water fisheries. 👍
matt
how are you working the toads and how are they rigged?
When u tie the frog. Is that straight to braid or do u use a mono litter ?
Always straight to braid with the frog.
@@tacticalbassin awesome. One more dumb question from a noob. What not? And what's a good trick to walking it? From a kayak... Sitting down? I can't stand in mine. It's small. So really 2 questions. 😂👍 Thanks
Cant believe you forgot your Zara Spook Jr.. I'd have loved to see one.
They for some reason are always at the bottom of the shelves. Find the Big Heddons and look down most places
If you had to choose a shakyhead spinning setup no matter the price range what would you choose?
My absolute favorite spinning rod for a shaky head is my GLX 852S. I assume the NRX would be one step nicer but I wouldn't vouch for it until I've put real time into the model and I've only fished the NRX in the 852 casting version. Here is the GLX... bit.ly/2A6HH3O
TacticalBassin what reel?
I have mine paired up with the 3000 size Exsence. Its amazing! bit.ly/2iMtscV
TacticalBassin Thankyou now time to save up!
Matt... what reel speed are you using... thanks for all of y’all’s great videos...
It depends on which rod, they're all 7:1 or 8:1. If you open the video description we include gear ratio with the linked reel. For the Shimanos a 7:1 is called "HG" and an 8:1 is called "XG".
TacticalBassin ... thanks... I have a three of the Shimano SLX DC in the HG... really do like that reel...
Oh, well then you already know 👍 Sorry to break it down so much, just want to make sure it's clear. Those are awesome reels!!
TacticalBassin .. I had forgotten the HG and other letters stood for... thanks again... fishing has been tough in West Texas... got up around 108 to 110 for several days... bite has just gone away... See ya
Do you frog over the algae? Does the algae slow the fishing where it is thicker?
Yes we do. When its really thick it can slow the bite but usually they hunt right through/under it.
Matt, do you use Braid with Frog bait and Buzzbaits ?
Yes. All the exact gear (line size, rod, etc...) is all listed in the video description.
I’m trying to get into big Swimbait fishing to catch my new pb. I live in iowa and I was wondering if I should buy the trash fish or the osprey
I personally like the osprey but in Iowa those big fish are hard to come by what is your PB?
7
I am new to bass fishing I thought you were supposed to target sticks and shadows. I was wondering why you were pretty far from the shore is there a reason?
Yes there is a reason. These fish are in offshore grass. Search "tacticalbassin where do bass go in summer" and you'll find a couple videos that will completely open your eyes on what we're doing and why 👍
TacticalBassin ok thanks man
I was using a crankbait the other day and was pulling in cat left and right has anyone experienced this?
Can you guys use go pros for some of your videos?
Most of this is shot on a GoPro. I assume you mean a chesty?
Yes chesty. To get another angle of all your fish catches.
What reels do you use?
Open the video description for the exact combos. They're different depending on the bait but we've included all that info.
How deep is the water?
2-12 feet
So I’m new to the frog wagon and so far I’ve had excellent luck but I seem to only get bites very early and right at dark. As soon as the sun comes up the frog bite stops for me. Do I need to continue trying to throw top water even later into the morning?
I would certainly explore the midday options. Sometimes the bite will shut down after the morning feeding frenzy then pick up again a few hours later and last throughout the middle of the day.
TacticalBassin thanks for the great input. Great channel and I learn a ton from you guys!
Where’s that whopper plopper Matt??
Ha! Too much grass or it would work!
Does he still do guiding
When I'm in town I still guide as much as possible. Unfortunately we have far more demand than I'm actually able to take fishing but I do all I can.
Okay thanks
First