Check out some soft plastics at: https://shopblat.com/collections/b-lats-soft-plasticsLearn how to rig and select the right swim jig and trailer for summer bass fishing in vegetation. Brian breaks down how hook strength matters more than fancy labels or head shapes—any jig can be swum if you’ve got the right hook. See why simple color choices and manipulating with trailer color saves you tackle and makes quick adjustments on the water. Brian shares his three go-to trailers and when to use them, along with the right rod tip action to keep your jig high and mimicking brim. The focus is on practical, tough decisions—not hype—so you get more out of every cast this summer.

Every Sunday I film a Q&A session. You can submit a question in the community section or on the askblat section of the community section.

Every Sunday I film a Q&A session. You can submit a question in the community section or on the askblat section of the community section.

On the live class Monday we talked about frog fishing quite a bit. One of the things that mentioned wast that all frogs aren't created equal. Some really are better than others for certain scenarios. I thought I'd give a gear list of my favorite frogs with links that you can view or buy them at.Jakal Iobee - Best for finesse open water frogging. https://www.tackledirect.com/jackall-topwater-iobee-frog-lures.htmlSpro Bronze eye - Best all around frog. If I had to live with one it would probably be this one.https://www.omniafishing.com/p/spro-bronzeye-shad-65?fishing_reports_sort=true&fishing_reports_waterbodyBobby's perfect frog - I have nothing to say but if bobby says it's good and he designed it must be good. I haven't used this one a bunch. https://www.omniafishing.com/p/snag-proof-bobbys-perfect-frog?fishing_reports_sort=true&fishing_reports_waterbodyTerminator Poppin frog - Good soft popping frog. Best in open water. Poppin is tougher to use around pads https://www.omniafishing.com/p/terminator-popping-frog?fishing_reports_sort=true&fishing_reports_waterbodyDeps buster K - DO NOT SLEEP ON THIS FROG! LOOKS CRAZY BUT WORKS. Hook ups and easier to walk with the hair tails. It has a very unique actionUse any of this braided line- I haven't really come across any braided line that I feel won't work for frogging just yet.https://www.omniafishing.com/c/lines/braid-superlineRods- Casting Open water frogging ( not heavy cover) 7-2" MH Fast- Casting Heavy cover - 7-3" or larger Heavy FastUse any of these rods that fit that description on taper and sizehttps://www.omniafishing.com/c/rods/casting-rodsVideos you can watch to help you learn how to catch bass on a frogSummertime frog fishing - (Open Water) https://youtu.be/jG3bWJlfTz0?si=OpviyDxvw--8XDHMFrog Fishing Heavy Cover -https://youtu.be/bMY8dqDAv34?si=NI0Js_NXXwQzxseiHow to fish a hollow belly froghttps://youtu.be/QErQVLB-Zjk?si=mTHBh4K8S0fD3TNaBobby Barrack techniqueshttps://sufschool.com/programs/bobbybarrackjun6https://sufschool.com/programs/bobby-barrack-frog-sc-2023

Learn how to dial in deep water ned rigging for northern smallmouth by focusing on bottom contact, bait control, and subtle presentation. This session breaks down why you can't rely on shallow tactics out deep, and how straight fluorocarbon, specific weights, and targeted retrieves stack the odds in your favor.We dig into the key decision points: bottom contact versus long casts, line choice to keep more fish pinned on jumps, and how to adjust your approach based on feedback from the bottom. You’ll also see how choosing the right area and working just outside spawning grounds can quickly lead you to quality fish.Perfect for anglers who want to understand every variable when fishing a ned rig past fifteen feet—all about efficient, controlled decisions that catch hard-to-see smallmouth.