Is Lake Chickamauga Really That Good? (Big Bass Eats A Spinnerbait)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.พ. 2025
- Chickamauga was amazing! We'd never been to the lake but we had heard the rumors! Is it as good as they say? Can we catch a bunch of fish? How about a big bass? Come along as we head out on the water to see what all the fuss is about on Tennessee's best trophy bass lake. Spoiler Alert: Its good and we catch some big ones!
In 3 days we never struggled to get a bite and we caught fish on every lure that we threw. From senkos up shallow to deep cranks offshore, there we bass everywhere! The trick was figuring out how to catch the big ones but after a few days we got it dialed in and had an amazing time catching quality fish all over the lake The key for the bigger bites was shad. There was a shad spawn in the morning and the big bass were keying in on the opportunity.
Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment we used during our time on the lake. Baits are listed in order of appearance as we caught fish on a variety of lures. If you ever get the chance, take a day to fish Chickamauga, its an awesome fishery!
The Baits...
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-Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact (Electric Shad): bit.ly/2ab7s8v
-Jackall TN-70 lipless Crankbait (Ghost Minnow): bit.ly/2lqAwjh
-River2Sea Bling Spinnerbait (I Know It): bit.ly/2diSwqq
-Keitech 4.3" Fat Swing Impact (Pro Blue Red Pearl): bit.ly/2ab7s8v
-Matt Allen Swimbait Head 1/2 oz: bit.ly/29RrTYN
-Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact (Electric Shad): bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Jackall TN 70 Lipless Crankbait (RT Scale Minnow): bit.ly/2lqAwjh
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-Strike King 6XD (Powder Blue Chartreuse): bit.ly/2ery44M
-Yamamoto 5" Senko (Green Pumpkin/Watermelon Laminate): bit.ly/2axAmNS
-Yamamoto 6" Senko (Green Pumpkin): bit.ly/2axAmNS
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Crankbait Combo...
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Curado 200K HG: bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- 20 lb Power Pro: bit.ly/2aFg46b
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What a precious moment to capture, your little girl catching that fish. Is she calling it a "puppy" lol? Y'all are blessed, thanks for sharing this trip and not taking a vacation from the videos 😃
When she catches her fish, she thinks it's a crappie. When she sees Matt's fish she says, "it's so floppy". Lol...
Not too many things better than the excitement of your child catching a fish!
Memories to cherish for a lifetime.
You’re an excellent angler and teacher and a darn good Dad too.
Good job there, Pops!
Ok Matt: When does Sierra get her own channel? As a Dad, watching that happy little beauty catch that Bass made my day. She is precious. You and Mrs. are blessed. Thanks.
Matt,. I live in Chattanooga and fish Lake Chickamauga and the Tennessee River below the Chickamauga Dam (on the Nickajack side) nearly every day. I'm a big fan of Tactical Bassin', and I've learned so much from watching your vids. I wish I'd known you were going to be here with your family for a few days. I would love to have taken your family out to dinner with mine while you were here. I hope you enjoyed the city as much as you enjoyed the lake. Knowing your little girl got her first Bass right here on Chickamauga put a big smile on my face! Anyway, tight lines brother! Thanks for all your Tactical Bassin' videos! If you make it back this way, let me know. I'd be honored if you'd let me take you out for dinner and/or a beer.
Your daughters catch brings a tear to the eye!
Congrats to Sierra on catching that bass, that reminds me when my little girls caught fish. I’m sure that was a very proud moment for you and Cece! Awesome job!!!!!
Matt, I've fished for a long time and knew nothing but spinner baits. Pretty much all I ever used. Most of the time it worked but I only ever caught dinks. In the last couple years or so with yours and Tim's guidance and an unreasonable amount of money spent, I have stepped my game up tremendously. I can't express my gratitude enough. You guys are the best. Thank you for your efforts. Oh and congrats to the little one on her catch too, she's got a hell of a teacher.
I totally enjoyed this video! I feel blessed for having watched it. I appreciate your family's participation; as a father to four daughters it was an uplifting feeling to watch your 2 year old daughter reel in a fish.
Awesome catch from Sierra! Best part of the video.
That's so awesome your daughter catching that bass. Proud dad and mom moment.
3:55 NOW WE ARE TALKING!!!!! What a great catch 🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣 she wasn't giving up on that spinnerbait!!! 4 times a charm👏
I almost cried seeing the three of you catch Sierra’s bass. What an amazing memory and saved on video to boot! Fish with grandkids as often as I can and love each and every moment. Also glad to hear you’re heading to Green Bay. My home is only about 45 miles from there. Careful you will become honorary Packer Fans just by driving past Lambeau Field. Safe travels. God Bless you and all fishermen and women.
Awesome video!!!! Congrats Sierra on your first fish!!!!! Lake Chickamauga looks like a beautiful lake to fish. Thanks guys!!!!
Excellent video, so cool to see your daughter so excited catching a fish. Y'all are rasing her to appreciate the outdoors. 👍👊👊👊
Was waiting to see how you'd do on some of my local waters..Did not disappoint!!
Great vid Matt. Your little girl stole the show, what a great moment.
That was awesome, your daughter catching her 1st Bass! She's hooked for life!
My daughter's first catch on my old boat is one of my favorite memories! Love you guys
Matt that was awesome. That sweet girl was so excited! Cool video
What a great video! Your daughter’s excitement, the explanation of the fish movements, picking through the schools, and settling on the early morning shad spawn. All amazing footage and a joy to see and feel a little like we were there!
Best hook sets on TH-cam!!!
Love your channel guys!! On Chickamauga this morning for the 1st time!
You’re a good father and passionate fisherman. Thanks for sharing your wisdom, skill, knowledge and fishing trip across the country.
One of the best videos you guys have put out. Love seeing the family. It's great to mix it up from time to time. The trophy fish on this trip was caught by your baby girl. Her excitement was amazing!!
Loved Sierra catching that senko Bass!!
She may end being youngest girl ever to win a tournament! Lol. If she decides to do that then of course. Ha ha. As always thoroughly enjoyed your break down of the lake. Maybe one of these days you can head over to Lanier which is my home like. God bless!
Great Catch, Sierra! Great Video Dad. Well Done.
Yay Sierra ! Good job ! That was Awesome to see her catch a Bass ! Great video , those were Quality fish !
I'm glad to see ya made it to my home lake. Even more glad that y'all had fun. Loved seeing your girl drag one in. That was awesome.
Exactly, I just hope to see them out next time.. where you from Jeff?
Glad you were able to visit our lakes in the area. Really wish you could have slayed a double digit Bass!!! Hope y’all had fun.
Epic You guys. Seeing your daughter catch a fish was awesome. Matt you are a Amazing. You friggin blow my mind how you can pick out fish on a lake. THE FISH WHISPER..
So awesome Matt, so awesome!! You guys are the best!!!
I love your videos guys yall have taught me so much within the last year. I went from catching fish once in a while to catching every time I fish even in the winter time... thank you guys for your hard work and helping us noobs catch fish.
945 just PRECIOUS!!! Thanks for sharing that y’all. Glad you’re safely home.
Memories make it all worth it. 10 👍 up matt!!
Brother videos have been awesome like so many others have said yall You Tim and your Families are a true blessing very good examples
Incredible video. Been watching yalls videos for so long now. Always just a joy. Great stuff Man 🤙
Great video! Sierra is just too dang cute!! And it's all about the patterns. That's "tactical bassin". Thanks fam!
How awesome! So precious. Thank you for sharing and as always thank you for all you do.
how cool e how fun it´s is!!! Nice catch e congrats Sierra for find the pattern!!!
Truly blessed, thank you for sharing matt,you and Tim keep up the good work
Been on the water there a few times. You did a great job breaking it down. It is not an easy place my any means. Excellent video!
I would’ve loved to have met you in person on my home lake.
The pressure on Chickamauga has been fierce this summer, MLF, FLW and countless other major tournaments.
I’m glad you were able to find good schools. Hoping to fish Clearlake one day.
Thank you for continuing to share your knowledge. You’ve made me a better fisherman.
Have a great vacation and enjoy time with your family. They grow up fast.
Thanks for all that u do and that was awesome seeing your daughter catch a fish
Wow! Great fishing. That lake is awesome! Wished I lived on that lake.🙂
Loved the video your daughter made me smile hate that you didn't get to fish Douglas maybe next time keep them coming
now you're in my backyard! gotta love TN! safe travels man
I'd love to see a ranking of the lakes you visited from favorite to least, like this months Bassmaster issue
Love your videos man I have learned a lot from you Thanks so much
Hey matt i really enjoy vids.your awesome person and very informal in your vids thank you so much. Be carefully on the road i will be praying for 6ou and family it was cool to see you wife and let girl catch some fish thats what its all about family time awesome.
Great video! I love the morning uploads!!
Great video, glad you enjoyed fishing Chic
I have been waiting on this one. You put a hurtin' on them at the Chick. I live about 3 hours east of Chickamauga. Glad you had a good visit to TN!
Every single time I hear the intro, I'd swear I was about to be sold something! I really want to fish some well known lakes.. bucket list stuff!
High sticked that first hookset pretty good lol Nice work out there though as always!! 🤘🎣
She's adorable!! Lol I'm a power fisherman too! So hard to pick up a Senko after you guys hooked me on Swimbaits!!
Being a new father of a 8 month old. I love seeing children introduced into this sport! Keep at it guys
Lord willing I’ll see that view of Harris Bay in the morning, ok Matt I’m listening 👂
Wished I'd known you were here. I'd like to have met y'all. Enjoy watching all y'alls videos they have taught me alot.
Awesome video dude! Wacky rig senko and big ol 12” monster worm is my go-to on chick this time of the year! Y’all should make a stop on Norris Lake just north of Knoxville,TN for the big smallmouth and largemouth 👍
That an awesome clip of your daughter catching a fish
Enjoy your videos, welcome to Tennessee! Hope your liking the Tennessee River system
nice vid matt, great partner, your a lucky man! : ) enjoy!
Awesome Sierra 🎣🎣
Great vid
I have a quick request. Could u guys do a pond fishing walkthrough vid? Im new to the big green fish, and i have found all of your vids helpful. I have learned so much through u guys. Keep doing what u do!
That is awesome! Love it
My home lake! You met my buddy Rob at the restaurant in Harrison bay. Glad she treated y’all well
This trip has been awesome to watch man!!! Have fun in Door county my friend!!! Was gonna go there last week but couldn't make it!!!!!
Bank fishing tips!! Keep up the good work
Another great video, I loved that one catch when it hit 4 times and your daughters name. My nieces is named Sequoia. 🎣📸🐟
would love to have more videos like this since this is my home lake!!!
It’s crazy recognizing the water, sad I couldn’t see you in person
Great work as usual. Loved seeing your family. What time of year was this trip. Trying to use your video to help understand the Chick. Thanks.
Thanks! We were there in May.
Man Ive been wearing the snot out the fish also. I have some awesome footage posting soon. Thanks for sharing your outing Matt. #TBFAMILY
Good stuff Matt
That's awesome👍👍👍👍
Matt and Tim, would you be able to list the dates that you were at these sites? Maybe that would help us relate the date and pattern and adjust to our fisheries
I would like to see you fish in a tournament!! I know it would be a good vid.
My home lake. Wish I could have ran into you guys.
"first off that's awesome" hahaha very cool moment
Sierra is just too dang CUTE!
That's a proud pappa moment!!!
Great video!
Duck blind bass! How cool!
I moved to the Chattanooga area early this past spring and when I started fishing late spring and summer, my body count up until now with a wacky rig watermelon/gold flake yum dinger was staggering. Including a 7+
Proud dad moment right there!
I just live about 2 hours from the chick,,went down last year in May and the fishing was off,,gotta try it again
Sierras catch put a big smile on my face too! Was that her PB!? :)
U should maybe try out lake Phelps here in NC, it's great, I've caught nothing under 4lbs, this time of year fishing near the lily pads is killer
Looks like a great lake
table rock and chickamauga on the bucket list
Come onto Chickamauga.. ill show you around
Awesome deal on chick, I’m heading to pickwick on the 15th for a couple days, I’ve never been there what’s the best thing to do right now? Is it hard to run or what?
Gotta love my home state!!
Jordan in NC next?
Awesome video brother. Wish I coulda met yall while you were here. Was this recently? Or was this late May / early june?
When you get to use a G. Loomis rod when you’re little
If you want to catch some big offshore fish, stop by Douglas lake on your way up. It can have an outstanding deep bite this time of year on a deep crank or swimbait. Long lining to get crankbaits down to 30' is popular.
What days were you actually there? Temp of the water? Awesome video!
Wish I would have known y’all was in my hometown
Sick Vid!!
Man I wish I would have known you guys were coming to chick, would have loved to met you in person.
I agree.. from the looks of it Matt you been watching my videos :) Hope we see ya next time, Im sure you'll be back.
The next time your on my lake message me. Jesus CHrist... lmao good job glad you caught something... been rebuilding my boat from deck up so going out on weekends during the day..... Love your channel and advice