Late Summer Bass Tactics on TVA Lakes with Swindle

Join Lake Guntersville expert Gerald “GMAN” Swindle in this insightful video as he unravels the mysteries of successful August offshore fishing on the TVA. While most are preoccupied with football fever, Swindle shows us how to capitalize on the scorching summer days with a crankbait and jig combo.

FEATURED PRODUCT (retail links)
• CRANKBAIT - Rapala DT 20: Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/45SFs1Z | Buy at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/R56Oq9
• JIG - Buckeye Lures Football Mop Jig: Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/3OFV8P4 | Buy at
• JIG TRAILER - Zoom Z-Craw: Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/3QJqxT8 | Buy at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/xkJDgk
• SWIMBAIT - Storm Largo Shad: Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/45wL81e | Buy at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/R5mm49
• SWIMBAIT JIG - VMC Hybrid Swimbait Jig: Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/3YGsYYC | Buy at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/5gkyrN
• ROD - 13 Fishing Envy Black III Cranking Rod, 7'9": Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/43XhmBN
• REEL - 13 Fishing Concept A2 Casting Reel, 6.8:1: Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/3E1rCOD
• LINE - Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon, 10-pound: Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/3P1FL4C
• 360 SONAR - Humminbird MEGA 360 Imaging: Buy at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/RyJvVy
• FISH FINDER - Humminbird SOLIX 12 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3: Buy at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/NkGOmq
• MAPPING - Humminbird LakeMaster With VX Technology, Southeast States V1: Buy at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/R516Ga | Buy at Humminbird https://wired2.fish/3uX11Oh
• SUNGLASSES - Costa Del Mar Reefton: Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://wired2.fish/CostaReefton
• HAT - Rapala® Snapback Trucker Cap Low - Left Logo: Buy at Rapala https://wired2.fish/3OiImEQ

Timing and presentation are at the core of Swindle's strategy. GMAN's weapon of choice? The Rapala DT-20 CrankBait. In the sweltering August heat, fish become discerning and accustomed to various baits. He stresses the importance of keeping the bait moving to create enticing disruptions on the bottom, luring bass effectively. Casting distance is an often overlooked, yet crucial part of CrankBait fishing. Getting the most out of your cast and increasing its time in the strike zone will help you catch more ledge-hugging bass.

As the summertime sweat and frustration kicks in, GMAN highlights the necessity of adapting bait choices due to the persistent floating grass – a common challenge during this time of year on the TVA. Swindle likes to keep a mop-style jig at the ready for when A. The fish get accustomed to his DT-20, or B. The floating grass is too thick to even throw a CrankBait.

Throughout the video, GMAN also reveals crucial pointers about adjusting tactics based on lighting and current conditions, where to find these pesky offshore fish, as well as why MEGA 360 is your best friend this time of year. As he tackles the ups and downs of August CrankBait fishing, Swindle emphasizes the need to match the changing fish behavior, opting for natural bait colors and choices.. Get ready to seize those blazing August days armed with the offshore wisdom of GMAN.


► SUBSCRIBE for more AWESOME FISHING TIPS: https://wired2.fish/YTSub

FOLLOW US HERE:
► https://www.wired2fish.com
►   / wired2fish_official  
►   / wired2fish  
►   / wired2fish