Buyer's Guide: Swimbaits and Glide Baits!

Today’s Buyer’s Guide is all about big swimbaits! There are so many options between Glide Baits, Multi-Joints, Boot Tails, Wedge Tails, Wakes, Crankdowns, and so many more… How do you know where to start?! Swimbaits aren’t cheap so making the right choices the first time is very important. Come along as we take a look at some of our favorites!

We break our swimbaits into 3 primary categories: Trout/Kokanee, Baitfish, and Bluegill Imitators. Trout baits are typically open water baits while baitfish and bluegill imitators are cover oriented, shallow water baits. Knowing how to use each style of bait effectively is an entirely different video. Luckily, we shot an in-depth video on this subject last month and have linked it below.

In this video we’ve broken 9 baits down into these 3 categories and added 2 bonus baits. You’ll find all of the baits we discussed linked below. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included our favorite colors with each bait, hook recommendations for rigging where applicable, as well as links to some of our favorite swimbait rods and reels.

In-depth Swimbait Video: https://youtu.be/oIck1onpMNs

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
-High End Combos: https://youtu.be/qsnnWKINVqM
-$500 Combos: https://youtu.be/GWyFdKu0nYc
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY

Trout/Kokanee/Open Water Baits…
-Baitsanity Explorer Glide: http://bit.ly/33bQyxY
Favorite Colors: Raw, Rainbow, Kokanee
-Huddleston 8” ROF 5: http://bit.ly/2UVHiuQ
Favorite Colors: Trout, Hitch
-Huddleston 8” ROF 12: http://bit.ly/2azFTon
Favorite Colors: Trout, Hitch

Baitfish/Cover Baits…
-G Ratt Sneaky Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe
Favorite Colors: Hitch, Gizzard Shad, Bone
-R2S S Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Favorite Colors: Bluegill, TW Phantom, Light Trout
-Megabass Magdraft 8”: http://bit.ly/2mc8bfK
Favorite Colors: MB Shad, MB Gizzard, White Back Shad
-Scottsboro 6” Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2Oy7CKH
-Owner 8/0 Beast Hook 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2ancP66
Favorite Colors: Mullins Madness, Natural Light, Ol Smakey
-Savage Gear Shiner Pulse Tail 7”: https://bit.ly/2SDD0Zl
Favorite Colors: Green Back, White, Shad

Bluegill Baits…
-Savage Gear Pulse Tail RTF Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH
Favorite Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Bluegill
-Jackall Gantarel: http://bit.ly/2adZI3R
Favorite Colors: Ghost Gill, Spawn Gill

Bonus Baits…
-Madness Balam 245: https://bit.ly/36T1epg
Favorite Colors: Laser Hasu, Clear Hasu
-Fish Arrow Riser Jack: https://bit.ly/30FMOqw
Favorite Colors: Biwasagi, Lemonade, Pro Blue

Rods…
-G Loomis IMX Pro 966: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF
-Dobyns Fury 806H: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
-Megabass Orochi XX Leviathan: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Reels…
-Shimano Tranx 300 HG: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw
-Shimano Curado 300K: https://bit.ly/2HbZ3E4

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TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Frabill Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

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Buyer's Guide: Deep Diving Crankbaits For Winter And Summer Bass Fishing

Which crankbaits catch the most fish? With thousands of crankbaits to choose from, which baits are worth trying? Today we’ve gathered our top picks for Summer Time Cranking and our top picks for Winter Time Cranking, and combined them into the ultimate Crankbait Buyer’s Guide. No need to second guess this year, these baits have stood the test of time!

When most anglers think of deep cranking they think of summer ledge fishing and Fall feeding frenzies. While there has been a huge swing in the past year toward Winter time cranking, many anglers still don’t realize its full potential. Armed with the right baits, Winter cranking can produce the biggest bass of the entire year!

Today’s video has been separated into two categories so you don’t confuse the right baits for Summer with the right baits for Winter. You’ll find links to all of the baits (in the order they appeared in the video) along with rod and reel recommendations. All of the baits go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

In-Depth Winter Crankbait Video: https://youtu.be/FPaL13899uc

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
-Swimbaits: https://youtu.be/pvdpFgAbU8Q
-High End Combos: https://youtu.be/qsnnWKINVqM
-$500 Combos: https://youtu.be/GWyFdKu0nYc
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY

Warm Water Baits…
-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M
Favorite Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Summer Sexy Shad

-Berkley Dredger 25.5: http://bit.ly/2I8xOcA
Favorite Colors: Irish Gold, Honey Shad

-Strike King 10 XD: http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0
Favorite Colors: Sexy BlueBack Herring, Powder Blue Chartreuse

-Azuma Z Boss 22 and 24: http://bit.ly/2poLKUC
Favorite Colors: Grand Shad, Ol Blue

-Megabass Big M 7.5: https://bit.ly/2yHmm4R
Favorite Colors: Jukucho Shad, MB Gizzard

Cold Water Baits…
-R2S Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX
Favorite Colors: Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow

-Megabass Deep Six: http://bit.ly/2A3clKP
Favorite Colors: MB Gizzard, Ito Wakasagi

-Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt
Favorite Colors: MB Gizzard, Megabass Sexy Shad

-Spro Rock Crawler: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t
Favorite Colors: Phantom Green, Mud Bug, Ozark Craw

All-Around Crankbait Rod…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’6″ MH Glass: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Tranx 200 HG: http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Crankbait Rod…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’6″ MH Glass: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX XT HG: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Winter Speed Cranking Combo…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Shimano Bantam MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG
Line- 12 lb Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
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NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
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TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
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TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#bassfishing #crankbait #winter

Buyer's Guide: Ned Rig Baits And Tips For Year Round Success!

The Ned Rig has become the most popular finesse presentation in bass fishing! There is something about that little worm standing up on the bottom that just gets bit when nothing else will. With its surge in popularity, every major brand in the industry has jumped on board, offering a variety of “Ned” style baits. With all these new baits, its getting harder to know which baits you can count on to actually catch fish.

In today’s Buyer’s Guide we’ve narrowed it down to 7 baits and two heads to meet virtually any circumstance. If you want to narrow it down even further, you could pair it all the way down to two consistent baits then choose one “unique” bait to mix it up from time to time. This technique is very simple, don’t let the hundreds of baits coming to market fool you into overcomplicating it.

Below you’ll find links to our favorite baits, in order of appearance. We’ve also included our top colors for each bait, our favorite heads, and the rods and reels we use to throw them. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Traditional Ned Baits…
-Z Man Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR
Colors: Green Pumpkin Goby, Green Pumpkin

-Roboworm 3″ Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy
Colors: MMIII, Desert Craw

Ned Baits with Action…
-Z Man TRD TicklerZ: http://bit.ly/2mGyDAC
Colors: Green Pumpkin, Drews Craw

-Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd
Colors: Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core, Watermelon Red Core

-XZone Ned Zone: http://bit.ly/2mRiYhF
Colors: Summer Craw, Green Pumpkin Purple

Creature/Craw Baits…
Z Man TRD CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P
Colors: Green Pumpkin orange, Canda Craw

-Z Man TRD BugZ: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE
Colors: Sprayed Grass, Canada Craw

Ned Heads…
Tungsten- Swagger Flanders 1/10th oz: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M
Lead- Owner Block Head 1/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2qL0A8n

Matt’s Ned Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 6’10” Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Reel- Shimano Ultegra 1000: http://bit.ly/2nfApml
Line- Power Pro Braid 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Tim’s Ned Combo…
Rod- G Loomis Conquest 902: http://bit.ly/2BiGUNi
Reel- Shimano Stella 2500: http://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg
Line- Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Sunline Sniper 5 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget Ned Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’6″ Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn
Reel- Shimano Nasci 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC
Line- Sniper Fluorocarbon 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
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TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
-Deep Diving Crankbaits: https://youtu.be/pZPEsvdSZBg
-Swimbaits: https://youtu.be/pvdpFgAbU8Q
-High End Combos: https://youtu.be/qsnnWKINVqM
-$500 Combos: https://youtu.be/GWyFdKu0nYc
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#bassfishing #nedrig #finesse

Buyer's Guide: Best $400 Rod and Reel Combos!

This Buyer’s Guide takes it to the next level! The $400 price range for rod and reel combos opens up a whole world of higher end equipment. You’re talking about sensitive blanks, dialed in actions, and technique specific rods. With reels you’re looking at lighter weights, stronger components, and smooth gearing. Come along as we explore the best rod and reel combos around the $400 mark.

The $400 threshold brings a lot of new companies into the mix. Cashion, 13 Fishing, and a few others join the ranks of the traditional leaders in this category. These combos are a huge leap up in sensitivity and durability over the previous videos. If you’re able to reach this price range you’re looking at gear that will stay with you year after year, taking all the abuse you can dish out, and delivering excellent performance all along the way.

Below you’ll find links to all of the combos in the video. In each series there are stand out models that are a step above the rest, we’ve included those recommendations as well. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY
$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE

Upcoming Buyer’s Guides…
-$500 Combos
-High End Combos

Spinning Combo #1…
Rod- Shimano Zodias: https://bit.ly/3ab5b9V
Reel- Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2PDlKlB

Spinning Combo #2…
Rod- Cashion Elite: http://bit.ly/2xJGGPt
Reel- Shimano Ultegra 3000: http://bit.ly/2nfApml
Favorite Models: 7′ Medium Light, 7’2″ MH ShakyHead

Casting Rod #1…
Rod- 13 Fishing Muse: http://bit.ly/2xVM80V
Reel- 13 Fishing Concept A2 7:1 Ratio: https://bit.ly/36XlOVs
Favorite Models: 7’4″ Heavy, 7’5″ Medium Heavy

Casting Rod #2…
Rod- Shimano Zodias: https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Favorite Models: 7’2″ Med Lt, 7’5″ Med hvy, 7’5″ Heavy

Casting Rod #3…
Rod- Shimano Curado Full Handle: http://bit.ly/2gUWTft
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Favorite Models: 6’10” Medium, 7’2″ Heavy

Casting Rod #4…
Rod- G Loomis E6X: http://bit.ly/2lzoEMm
Rod- G Loomis E6X Crankbait: http://bit.ly/2G5Bc86
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
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NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#bassfishing #tackle #buyersguide

Buyer's Guide: Best $500 Rod and Reel Combos!

$500 Combos are the best “Bang For The Buck” in the entire industry! Some of these rods should be priced hundreds of dollars higher but thankfully, they remain very affordable. If you’re looking to take your angling to the next level, any of these rod and reel combos will help you do it. From the Shimano Expride’s incredible sensitivity, to the Megabass Orochi’s incredible actions, there is something at this price point for every angler!

Every time you move up in price, you gain sensitivity and longevity. The jump in quality from $400 combos to $500, is the biggest increase at any price point in bass fishing. Some of these rods skip right over the middle and function as truly high-end rods. You won’t find a more sensitive rod than an Expride without spending $400 or more! You won’t find more refined components than on an Orochi at nearly any price. And you won’t find more dialed, technique specific actions, than on the IMX-Pros.

Below you’ll find links to the 6 lines of rods we recommend, along with all of our top choices by technique. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY

Upcoming Buyer’s Guides…
-High End Combos
-Swimbait Guide

TOP 6 COMBOS…

-Shimano Expride: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
-Shimano Chronarch MGL: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB
Favorite Models- 6’10” Medium, 7’2′ MH, 7’3″ XH, 7’6″ Heavy

-Megabass Orochi XX: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH
-Shimano Curado 70 MGL K: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa
Favorite Models- Braillist, Extreme Mission Type F

-G Loomis IMX Pro: http://bit.ly/2lVATTC
-Shimano Curado 200K: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Favorite Models- 845 CBR, 906 CBR, 966 Swim, 812 SBR

-St. Croix Legend Tournament: http://bit.ly/2Ap51x5
-Shimano Tranx 200A: http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy
Favorite Models- Big Cranker, 7’4″ Medium Heavy

-Savage Gear Black Ops: https://bit.ly/35Qfcc7
-Shimano Curado 150 DC: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Favorite Models- 7’1″ Medium heavy, 7’3″ Medium Heavy

-Dobyns Champion XP: http://bit.ly/29OVD4V
-Shimano Tranx 200A: http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy
Favorite Models- 805 CB, 807 Mag, 806 Heavy

TOP MODELS BY TECHNIQUE…

Jerkbait- Shimano Expride 6’10” Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Lipless- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Chatterbait- Shimano Expride 7’2″ Medium Heavy Glass: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Dropshot- Megabass Orochi XX WhipSnake: http://bit.ly/2XkVoej
Ned Rig- Shimano Expride Spinning 6’10” Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
ShakyHead- Shimano Expride 7′ Medium: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Heavy Flipping- Shimano Expride 7’11” XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Light Flip- Shimano Expride 7’6″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Tail Spin- G Loomis IMX Pro 843 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Blade Bait- Shimano Expride 6’10” Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Keitech (4.8)- Shimano Expride 7’2″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Keitech (2.8)- G Loomis IMX Pro 862C SWBR: http://bit.ly/2x9kxuS
Jig (Pitch and Flip)- Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH
Jig (Football)- Megabass Orochi XX Extreme Mission Type F: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH
Big Swimbait- G Loomis IMX Pro 966 SWBR: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF
Big Swimbait- Dobyns Champion XP 806/807: http://bit.ly/2aivwYX
Deep Crank (Tight Action)- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Deep Crank (Wide Action)- St. Croix Legend Tourn 7’6″ MH Moderate: http://bit.ly/2Ap51x5
Deep Crank (10XD)- Dobyns Champion XP 805 Crank: http://bit.ly/29OVD4V
Squarebill- Megabass Orochi XX Flat Side Special: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH
Spinnerbait- G Loomis IMX Pro 812 SBR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi
Frog- Shimano Expride 7’3″ Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Topwater- G Loomis IMX Pro 843C MBR (7′ Medium): http://bit.ly/2lVATTC

TOP REELS TO PAIR WITH…

All Around- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Cranking- Shimano Tranx 200 HG: http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy
DC Performance- Shimano Curado 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Light Baits- Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa

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NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#bassfishing #tackle #buyersguide

Buyer's Guide: High End Rod and Reel Combos!! Best Rods Money Can Buy!

Its time! The lightest, most sensitive tackle on the market is the focus of today’s Buyer’s Guide! Today we’re exploring the finest casting and spinning combos you can get! We’re looking at a variety of rods and reels, discussing the advantages of each, and teaching you how to pair combos together to create perfect matches for your fishing style.

Instead of looking at a handful of brands and explaining the differences between them, we decided to mix it up and look at specific combos that have changed our fishing. Matt and Tim each brought 10 high-end combos they enjoy using, and explain the advantages of each.

We’ve included links to every combo, in the order they were shown. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse were you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. Many are available to purchase but in the midst of this crazy year, a few are backordered and some are available for pre-order. If you have questions about building your perfect high-end combo leave a comment and we’ll do our best to help you choose the right gear for you.

Previous Videos…
$500 Combos: https://youtu.be/GWyFdKu0nYc
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY

Tim’s Top 10 Combos…

Spinning #1…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 852S JWR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Spinning #2…
Rod- G Loomis 822 DSR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Spinning #3…
Rod- St. Croix Legend Extreme 7’6″ Medium: https://bit.ly/37UhrKR
Reel- Daiwa Certate LT 2500: http://bit.ly/35Kclij

Spinning #4…
Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7’5″ Medium Light (752): http://bit.ly/2KS92gK
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Spinning #5…
Rod- G Loomis Conquest 902S SJR: http://bit.ly/2BiGUNi
Reel- Shimano Stella FJ 3000: http://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg

Casting #1…
Rod- Megabass P5 Destroyer Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/30GcHqb
Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Casting #2…
Rod- Megabass Destroyer Otomat: http://bit.ly/2wVOSbY
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Casting #3…
Rod- Dobyns Champion Extreme HP 7’8″ Heavy (784): http://bit.ly/2ab2kRX
Reel- Shimano Metanium DC HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Casting #4…
Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7’5″ Heavy (754): http://bit.ly/36fIHCg
Reel- Shimano Metanium DC HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Casting #5…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 894C JWR: http://bit.ly/2hedqsq
Reel- Shimano Antares 70: http://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx

Matt’s Top 10 Combos…

Casting #1…
Rod- Shimano Poison Adrena 6’11” Medium+: https://bit.ly/3diigiT
Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Spinning #1…
Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite 7′ Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Casting #2…
Rod- G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Casting #3…
Rod- St. Croix Legend X 7’1″ Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r3Wskp
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Casting #4…
Rod- Megabass P5 Destroyer Tequila Baccarac: https://bit.ly/30GcHqb
Reel- Shimano Metanium DC HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Casting #5…
Rod- Megabass P5 Destroyer Z-Crank: https://bit.ly/30GcHqb
Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Casting #6…
Rod- Megabass Triza Travel Stym Palides: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Spinning #2…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 872S JWR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Twin Power FD 2500: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

Casting #7…
Rod- St. Croix Legend Extreme 7’4″ Heavy: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu
Reel- Shimano Antares 70: http://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx

Casting #8…
Rod- G Loomis Conquest 842C MBR: http://bit.ly/2iL1PAY
Reel- Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
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NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Frabill Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#bassfishing #tackle #review

Buyer's Guide: Swimbaits and Glide Baits!

Today’s Buyer’s Guide is all about big swimbaits! There are so many options between Glide Baits, Multi-Joints, Boot Tails, Wedge Tails, Wakes, Crankdowns, and so many more… How do you know where to start?! Swimbaits aren’t cheap so making the right choices the first time is very important. Come along as we take a look at some of our favorites!

We break our swimbaits into 3 primary categories: Trout/Kokanee, Baitfish, and Bluegill Imitators. Trout baits are typically open water baits while baitfish and bluegill imitators are cover oriented, shallow water baits. Knowing how to use each style of bait effectively is an entirely different video. Luckily, we shot an in-depth video on this subject last month and have linked it below.

In this video we’ve broken 9 baits down into these 3 categories and added 2 bonus baits. You’ll find all of the baits we discussed linked below. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We’ve also included our favorite colors with each bait, hook recommendations for rigging where applicable, as well as links to some of our favorite swimbait rods and reels.

In-depth Swimbait Video: https://youtu.be/oIck1onpMNs

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
-High End Combos: https://youtu.be/qsnnWKINVqM
-$500 Combos: https://youtu.be/GWyFdKu0nYc
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY

Trout/Kokanee/Open Water Baits…
-Baitsanity Explorer Glide: http://bit.ly/33bQyxY
Favorite Colors: Raw, Rainbow, Kokanee
-Huddleston 8” ROF 5: http://bit.ly/2UVHiuQ
Favorite Colors: Trout, Hitch
-Huddleston 8” ROF 12: http://bit.ly/2azFTon
Favorite Colors: Trout, Hitch

Baitfish/Cover Baits…
-G Ratt Sneaky Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe
Favorite Colors: Hitch, Gizzard Shad, Bone
-R2S S Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Favorite Colors: Bluegill, TW Phantom, Light Trout
-Megabass Magdraft 8”: http://bit.ly/2mc8bfK
Favorite Colors: MB Shad, MB Gizzard, White Back Shad
-Scottsboro 6” Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2Oy7CKH
-Owner 8/0 Beast Hook 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2ancP66
Favorite Colors: Mullins Madness, Natural Light, Ol Smakey
-Savage Gear Shiner Pulse Tail 7”: https://bit.ly/2SDD0Zl
Favorite Colors: Green Back, White, Shad

Bluegill Baits…
-Savage Gear Pulse Tail RTF Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH
Favorite Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Bluegill
-Jackall Gantarel: http://bit.ly/2adZI3R
Favorite Colors: Ghost Gill, Spawn Gill

Bonus Baits…
-Madness Balam 245: https://bit.ly/36T1epg
Favorite Colors: Laser Hasu, Clear Hasu
-Fish Arrow Riser Jack: https://bit.ly/30FMOqw
Favorite Colors: Biwasagi, Lemonade, Pro Blue

Rods…
-G Loomis IMX Pro 966: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF
-Dobyns Fury 806H: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
-Megabass Orochi XX Leviathan: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Reels…
-Shimano Tranx 300 HG: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw
-Shimano Curado 300K: https://bit.ly/2HbZ3E4

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NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Frabill Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#bassfishing #swimbait #review

Buyer's Guide: Deep Diving Crankbaits For Winter And Summer Bass Fishing

Which crankbaits catch the most fish? With thousands of crankbaits to choose from, which baits are worth trying? Today we’ve gathered our top picks for Summer Time Cranking and our top picks for Winter Time Cranking, and combined them into the ultimate Crankbait Buyer’s Guide. No need to second guess this year, these baits have stood the test of time!

When most anglers think of deep cranking they think of summer ledge fishing and Fall feeding frenzies. While there has been a huge swing in the past year toward Winter time cranking, many anglers still don’t realize its full potential. Armed with the right baits, Winter cranking can produce the biggest bass of the entire year!

Today’s video has been separated into two categories so you don’t confuse the right baits for Summer with the right baits for Winter. You’ll find links to all of the baits (in the order they appeared in the video) along with rod and reel recommendations. All of the baits go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

In-Depth Winter Crankbait Video: https://youtu.be/FPaL13899uc

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
-Swimbaits: https://youtu.be/pvdpFgAbU8Q
-High End Combos: https://youtu.be/qsnnWKINVqM
-$500 Combos: https://youtu.be/GWyFdKu0nYc
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY

Warm Water Baits…
-Strike King 6XD: http://bit.ly/2ery44M
Favorite Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Summer Sexy Shad

-Berkley Dredger 25.5: http://bit.ly/2I8xOcA
Favorite Colors: Irish Gold, Honey Shad

-Strike King 10 XD: http://bit.ly/2gHT4F0
Favorite Colors: Sexy BlueBack Herring, Powder Blue Chartreuse

-Azuma Z Boss 22 and 24: http://bit.ly/2poLKUC
Favorite Colors: Grand Shad, Ol Blue

-Megabass Big M 7.5: https://bit.ly/2yHmm4R
Favorite Colors: Jukucho Shad, MB Gizzard

Cold Water Baits…
-R2S Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX
Favorite Colors: Mirrored Minnow, DD Minnow

-Megabass Deep Six: http://bit.ly/2A3clKP
Favorite Colors: MB Gizzard, Ito Wakasagi

-Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt
Favorite Colors: MB Gizzard, Megabass Sexy Shad

-Spro Rock Crawler: http://bit.ly/2NFPA5t
Favorite Colors: Phantom Green, Mud Bug, Ozark Craw

All-Around Crankbait Rod…
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7’6″ MH Glass: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Tranx 200 HG: http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Crankbait Rod…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’6″ MH Glass: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX XT HG: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line- Sunline Assassin 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Winter Speed Cranking Combo…
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Shimano Bantam MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG
Line- 12 lb Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
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NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#bassfishing #crankbait #winter

Buyer's Guide: Ned Rig Baits And Tips For Year Round Success!

The Ned Rig has become the most popular finesse presentation in bass fishing! There is something about that little worm standing up on the bottom that just gets bit when nothing else will. With its surge in popularity, every major brand in the industry has jumped on board, offering a variety of “Ned” style baits. With all these new baits, its getting harder to know which baits you can count on to actually catch fish.

In today’s Buyer’s Guide we’ve narrowed it down to 7 baits and two heads to meet virtually any circumstance. If you want to narrow it down even further, you could pair it all the way down to two consistent baits then choose one “unique” bait to mix it up from time to time. This technique is very simple, don’t let the hundreds of baits coming to market fool you into overcomplicating it.

Below you’ll find links to our favorite baits, in order of appearance. We’ve also included our top colors for each bait, our favorite heads, and the rods and reels we use to throw them. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Traditional Ned Baits…
-Z Man Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR
Colors: Green Pumpkin Goby, Green Pumpkin

-Roboworm 3″ Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy
Colors: MMIII, Desert Craw

Ned Baits with Action…
-Z Man TRD TicklerZ: http://bit.ly/2mGyDAC
Colors: Green Pumpkin, Drews Craw

-Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd
Colors: Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core, Watermelon Red Core

-XZone Ned Zone: http://bit.ly/2mRiYhF
Colors: Summer Craw, Green Pumpkin Purple

Creature/Craw Baits…
Z Man TRD CrawZ: http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P
Colors: Green Pumpkin orange, Canda Craw

-Z Man TRD BugZ: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE
Colors: Sprayed Grass, Canada Craw

Ned Heads…
Tungsten- Swagger Flanders 1/10th oz: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M
Lead- Owner Block Head 1/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2qL0A8n

Matt’s Ned Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 6’10” Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q
Reel- Shimano Ultegra 1000: http://bit.ly/2nfApml
Line- Power Pro Braid 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Tim’s Ned Combo…
Rod- G Loomis Conquest 902: http://bit.ly/2BiGUNi
Reel- Shimano Stella 2500: http://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg
Line- Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Sunline Sniper 5 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget Ned Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’6″ Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn
Reel- Shimano Nasci 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC
Line- Sniper Fluorocarbon 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

Previous Buyer’s Guides…
-Deep Diving Crankbaits: https://youtu.be/pZPEsvdSZBg
-Swimbaits: https://youtu.be/pvdpFgAbU8Q
-High End Combos: https://youtu.be/qsnnWKINVqM
-$500 Combos: https://youtu.be/GWyFdKu0nYc
-$400 Combos: https://youtu.be/1k3FyjCbSgI
-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/mS5MZvmfrtE
-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/-RXLi3Yd4QY
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Equipment We Use Daily…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

#bassfishing #nedrig #finesse