Spring Gear Review! The Hottest Bass Fishing Baits And Gear Of 2026!

This gear review is packed with incredible baits and tackle! With the Bassmaster Classic behind us, it's time to explore all the awesome new gear that's come to market for Spring! From a high end reel, to a new line of rods, and a whole lot of baits, this gear review is packed with awesome gear for bass fishing!

There were so many products launched around the Classic, it will make your head spin! How do you even know where to start? What is worth buying and what is a waste of money? We're here to help! We've put in the time to find the very best baits and gear that stand out from the crowd this Spring.

Below you'll find links to the exact gear discussed in the video. We've included favorite colors, models, and sizes where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

IMX PRO CASTING RODS...

•G Loomis IMX Pro Jig And Worm Rods: https://bit.ly/41Geqe9

Favorite Models...

•853C JWR (7'1" Medium Heavy)

•894C JWR (7'5" Heavy)

•G Loomis IMX Pro Mag Bass Rods: https://bit.ly/41lfbZW

Favorite Models...

•823C MBR (6'10" Medium Heavy)

•843C MBR (7' Medium Heavy)

•844C MBR (7' Heavy)

•G Loomis IMX Pro Bait Finesse Rod: https://bit.ly/4e9Lane

IMX PRO SPINNING RODS...

•G Loomis IMX Pro Dropshot Rods: https://bit.ly/4bYRVa3

Favorite Models...

•822S DSR (6'10" Medium+)     

•862S DSR (7'2" Medium+)

•G Loomis IMX Pro Jig And Worm Rods: https://bit.ly/4t1wBH7

Favorite Models...

•871S JWR (7'3" Medium Light)

•852S JWR (7'1" Medium)

•G Loomis IMX Pro Spin Jig Rods: https://bit.ly/4tyzfUv

•842S SJR (7' Medium)

SPINNING REEL...

•Shimano Vanquish Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/4sAmR5X

Favorite Size: 2500 SHG

FISHING LINE...

•Berkley GinClear: https://bit.ly/4si6sCz

Favorite Sizes: 12, 15, 20 lb

•Seaguar Carbon Ultra: https://bit.ly/4sl6s4G

Favorite Sizes: 12, 15, 17 lb

TACKLE MANAGEMENT...

•BKK OCD Tackle Management (SMALL): https://bit.ly/4ciKCsJ

•BKK OCD Fully Loaded Box: https://bit.ly/46ph2OI

•BKK Hook And Accessory Boxes: https://bit.ly/3Yl2TQN

SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/4buE4qx

Favorite Sizes: 3.5" and 5"

Favorite Colors: Electric Shad, Smelt, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•BKK Armor Point Offset Worm Hook: https://bit.ly/48hOoBq

Size For 3.5 Whiplash: 1/0

SWIMBAIT...

•Nomad Dozer Paddletail Swimbait: https://bit.ly/4cciSpA

Favorite Colors: Astro, Sandy Pearl

SPY BAIT...

•Great Lakes Finesse Stay Pinned Spybait: https://bit.ly/41mpM6J

Favorite Colors: Ghost Shad, Ghost Perch, Morning Dawn

SPINNERBAIT...

•Megabass SV–3 Single Willow: https://bit.ly/4t1jYvN

Colors: Hasu, Pearl Shad, Wakasagi

SPOONS...

•Nichols Duh Spoon 2.0: https://bit.ly/4iGlkrd

Favorite Sizes: 3/8 and 1/2 oz

Favorite Colors: Sierra, Tactical Shad, Shattered Glass

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…
•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

EPIC Bass Fishing On A Secret Lake In East Texas!

Imagine Texas bass fishing in the prespawn and you're the only anglers on the lake. Its amazing! We've all grown up watching TV shows of guys catching giant fish from private waters and we've all wondered what it would be like to experience that kind of fishing for a day. The crew at Briar Lakes was gracious enough to let us visit their ranch and we got to have that experience!

The boys dialed in a variety of different patterns. Bass were moving shallow and feeding aggressively. Topwater proved to be king for the big bites, while an underspin and chatterbait were key on deeper structures. Bass could be caught on almost anything they threw, but key baits still caught the best fish.

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear the guys used throughout their two days on the water. The links will take you directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've also included links to Briar Lakes Ranch's website, as well as to the video from our previous video on this amazing ranch.

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

•TacticalBassin Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

PREVIOUS VIDEOS FROM BRIAR LAKES RANCH...

•Fishing The BEST Lake You've Never Heard Of: https://youtu.be/MCzykY0roWA?si=kEKRNC1f9IBgq_N4

•Fishing The Best Lake You've Never Hear Of (The Second Lake): https://youtu.be/oqhpjxw_EnA?si=VkBe0PLblck3H6AI

BRIAR LAKES RANCH WEBSITE...

•Briar Lakes Ranch: https://bit.ly/4t4X8D0

TOPWATER...

•Heddon One Knocker Spook: https://bit.ly/4lYmz6S

Color: Pearl Melon

•Megabass Pop Max: https://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Color: Gill

•Rebel Pop–R: https://bit.ly/4bH1oRS

Color: Silver Black

•Yo Zuri Pencil 125: https://bit.ly/4uWIm2G

Color: Bone

•Spro Bronzeye 65 Frog: https://bit.ly/2sz9Qje

Color: Hornet

CHATTERBAITS...

•Jack Hammer Chatterbait (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad, Bhite Delight

•Zman Evo Elite (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Color: Electric Shad

•Zman Elite Evo Mini Max (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3EahpTT

Color: Electric Shad

CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

•Hog Farmer 5.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse

•Hog Farmer 6" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Color: Chartreuse Blue

UNDERSPIN...

•Owner Flashy Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Size: 1/4 oz, 5/0 Hook

•Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

SOFT JERKBAIT...

•Xzone 6" Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Chartreuse White

•BKK Offset Worm HD Hook: https://bit.ly/4lcHa6U

Size: 4/0

SHAKY HEAD...

•Berkley Maxscent Magnum Hit Worm: https://bit.ly/4m3B9Ks

Color: Green Pumpkin

•Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shaky Head: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 1/4 oz

KARASHI 80...

•Megabass Karashi 80: https://bit.ly/4lgNFFK

Color: STP

TIM'S CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Destoyer P5 "DAEMOS": https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

Model: 7'2" Med+ Fast.

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL A (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Speed: 7:1

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (19 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

MATT'S TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament Carbon Cranker: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Model: 7'2" Medium Heavy Moderate

Reel– Shimano SLX 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

SOFT JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer "The X Bites": https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7'2" Heavy Extra Fast

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC 70 A: https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (14 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

KARASHI 80 COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 723C: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7'2" Medium Heavy

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon LTX: https://bit.ly/40ltb6s

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Seaguar Grand Max (12 lb): https://bit.ly/46eb98G

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Matt's NEW BulletProof Aluminum Boat!! Full Tour + Jet Boat Rigging

Matt's new jet boat made a big splash in recent months and today we're taking a tour! The black boat named "Strawberry" is the culmination of years of planning, preparation, and destroyed boats. The guys have crashed and sunk multiple times and learned valuable lessons along the way. While we tend to focus on the good days at TacticalBassin, the truth is, a lot of the best learning happens while you're bailing water out of a sinking ship!

Matt's new completely custom jet boat was built by Mike Watson of Bulletproof boats. It's built on his famed "Creek Runner" tunnel hull, with a standing center console. Matt spent months thinking through every detail to make this boat as fishable as possible, and Mike brought all of it to life. It's a true work horse, purpose built for running shallow water to target giant fish, far away from crowds.

Below you'll find links to all the gear Matt used to rig this boat. The links will take you directly to  Tackle Warehouse, where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've also included links to Mike Watson's Facebook page, Hennessey Outdoor Electronics, and Omega boat steps' websites.

TACTICALBASSIN MERCH…

•TacticalBassin Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

MIKE WATSON'S CONTACT INFORMATION...

•Mike Watson's Facebook Page: https://bit.ly/4cmZM1f

•Mike Watson's Cell Number: (423) 292-8102

Boat Model: Creek Runner

OMEGA BOAT STEPS...

•Omega Boat Step Website: https://bit.ly/4c5ixoP

Matt's Steps: Dual Step + Extra Step

HENNESSEY OUTDOORS RIGGING...

•Hennessey Outdoor Electronics Website: https://bit.ly/3kX87kA

Matt's Components...

•Hennessey Harness

•Ulta Mat

•Trolling Motor Sock

•HOE Single Bow Mount

ELECTRONICS AND RIGGING...

•Humminbird Xplore 10 Fish Finder: https://bit.ly/3Qi4R2f

•Humminbird Mega Live 2 Transducer: https://bit.ly/40FHMJR

•Minn Kota Ultrex Quest Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

•Minn Kota 8' Talons: https://bit.ly/2F0QBSP

•Minn Kota Talon Quick Disconnects: https://bit.ly/4c2eg5v

•TH Marine Rod Tamers: https://bit.ly/2ox8BOm

BATTERIES AND JUMPER PACK...

•Pro Guide Lithium Batteries: https://bit.ly/4drktua

•Pro Guide Lithium Battery Chargers: https://bit.ly/4sg7wae

Matt's Batteries: 12V 235 AH, 36V 75AH

Matt's Charger: PGC-1236

•Noco Boost Plus Jumper Pack: https://bit.ly/3xVnaOD

TACKLE AND GEAR...

•Big Drip Magnum Loadstone Magnet: https://bit.ly/3YM2oPE

•BKK OCD Fully Loaded Terminal Box: https://bit.ly/46ph2OI

•Plano Edge 3600 Box: https://bit.ly/2YBaWYX

•Plano Edge 3700 Box: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR

•Rod Glove Rod Sleeves: https://bit.ly/2GFOT9R

•Mustang Elite 190 Life Jackets: https://bit.ly/3Ql4MLa

TOOLS...

•Rapala Mag Spring Plier: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu

•Cuda Carbon Steel Hook Cutter: Source Locally

•Nomad Designs Hydra X 11" Plier: Source Locally

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

How To Catch Bass During The Spawn! ( Beginner To Advanced + Underwater Footage )

This is everything you need to know about fishing during the spawn! Forget the hype, the white jigs, and chartreuse drop shots. There is a ton of misinformation and we're clearing it up! Come along for a deep dive into the world of bass fishing this time of year. From fish care and bass behavior, to the baits that help catch fish both on and off their beds, this is the information you need.

Whether you enjoy sight fishing or not, you're going to fish around spawning fish in the Spring. Understanding their mannerisms will help you adjust and catch fish. Today Tim breaks down a variety of misunderstood concepts. He focuses on effective boat positioning, sunglass lense colors, bait selection, bait color, and more!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear Tim discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes and colors for each, along with some great rod and reel combos to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICALBASSIN GEAR...

•TacticalBassin Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

SUNGLASSES...

•Eye Surrender Tactical Bassin Sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl

Best Lenses By Water Color...

Clear Water: Amber

Tanic, Pollen, Sediment Water: Copper

High Sun Daily Wear: Green or Grey

CLOTHING...

•Aftco Adapt Sun Mask Hoodie: https://bit.ly/44hMz6d

Color: Light Grey Digi Camo

•Aftco Sun Mask: https://bit.ly/2JcA8xi

•Aftco All Day Pant: https://bit.ly/3Yqatsz

FAST MOVING BAIT...

•Zman Evo Elite Chatterbait (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Colors: Bama Bream

•Jack Hammer Chatterbait (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Morning Dawn

•Hog Farmer 4.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: TW Sunfish Magic, Morning Dawn

JIGS AND TRAILERS...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Flipping Jig: https://bit.ly/2hAIyCV

Color: The Go To, Magic Craw

•Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue, Tilapia

•Dirty Jigs Pitchin Jig: https://bit.ly/2amL3of

Color: The Go To, Magic Craw

•Rapala Crush City Cleanup Craw: https://bit.ly/3TyfMmo

Color: Black Blue Green Pumpkin

MICRO BAIT...

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Tilapia

•VMC Finesse Football Jig: https://bit.ly/3CZ1cQK

Size: 3/16 oz

DROPSHOT WORMS...

•MissileBaits Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Missile Morning, Blueback Secret

•Duo Realis Wriggle Crawler: https://bit.ly/3TFXocE

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Jungle Spark

DROPSHOT TERMINAL...

Nose Hook– Owner Mosquito Light: https://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Size: 2

Weedless Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 2/0

•Xzone Tungsten Weight: https://bit.ly/3HgdcMM

Size: 3/8 oz

THE SENKO...

•Yamamoto 6" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: SunGill

•Yamamoto 5" Fuzzy Senko: https://bit.ly/3Wgm6B7

Color: Green pumpkin Orange, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse

•BKK Offset Worm HD: https://bit.ly/4lcHa6U

Size: 2/0 – 4/0

BLUEGILL SWIMBAITS...

•Savage Gear RTF Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH

Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Gill

EXCELLENT DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Champion Extreme HP 7' Light Fast: https://bit.ly/29OVnDa

Mode: 701

Reel– Shimano Vanford FA 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

BUDGET DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Medium Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500D: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Line– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

EXCELLENT JIG COMBO...

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 755: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7'5" Mag Heavy

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon X: https://bit.ly/4klsOju

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sufix Advance Mono (17 lb): https://bit.ly/3GJEUix

BUDGET JIG COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel– Shimano SLX (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line– Sunline FC 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz