Summer Gear Review! New Tackle, Rods, Reels, ICAST 2020 New Releases!

New Tackle! Let's check out some of the best baits and equipment from 2020! We've got you covered from new worms, to crankbaits, to budget reels, and high-end fishing rods! We've waded through the seemingly endless list of new product releases from all of the virtual ICAST launches and came up with a list of our favorites. Be sure to look through the video description for the "honorable mentions" that didn't make it into the video!

Every Summer the market is flooded with new gear. Everything from silly gimmicks to truly innovative tackle hits the market at the same time. How do you wade through it and find the gems without wasting all your money? We've waded through it for you and narrowed it down to a handful of stand-out items that are worth a serious look. Most of this year's picks are ICAST releases but a few are products from the past year that have stood the test of time and have earned their spot on the list.  

Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment included in today's video (in order of appearance). Where applicable we've included our favorite colors, sizes, models, etc. Below that you'll find the "Honorable Mentions". These are the baits and gear that didn't make it into the video but certainly could have and are definitely worth a look. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Baits... 

-Jackall TN-50 Lipless: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: Threadfin, Scale Minnow, Escape Craw

-Megabass Jamaica Boa Buzzbait: https://bit.ly/3iofbiZ

Colors: Hasu, Black Mamba, White Python

-JackHammer StealthBlade: https://bit.ly/30J8L8h

Colors: Spot Remover, Clear Water Shad, Green Pumpkin

-Jackall Rerange 110 MR: https://bit.ly/2CbWr6X

Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, Ghost Wakasagi, SG Threadfin

-Savage Gear Prop Walker 4": https://bit.ly/3kwBFAa

Colors: Dirty Silver, American Shad, Golden Shiner

-Netbait Dagger Creature: https://bit.ly/2PCjOto

Colors: Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin, Tilapia Magic

-Big Bite Baits BFE Creature: https://bit.ly/2Ce0tf7

Colors: Junebug Candy, Green Pumpkin, Tilapia

-Magnum Baits Wormser: https://bit.ly/2XM1naf

Colors: Delta Dark Purple, Green Pumpkin, Oxblood

Missile Baits New Colors (Baits Shown)... 

-Quiver Worm (Hillbilly Magic): https://bit.ly/2xehVgx

-New Bomb (Fried Melon): http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd

-D Bomb (Ballistic Bruiser): http://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Rods and Reels... 

-Shimano Zodias Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW

Favorite Models... 6'10" Medium Heavy, 7'2" Medium Heavy, 7'5" Medium Heavy

-Shimano Zodias Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/3ab5b9V

Favorite Models... 7' Medium Light, 7' Medium, 7'6" Light

-Shimano Vanford Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/2PDlKlB

Favorite Sizes: 2500, 3000

-Shimano SLX MGL 70: https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Favorite Speeds: HG, XG

-Megabass JDM Destroyer P5 Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/30GcHqb

Favorite Models... Tequila Baccarac, Dark Sleeper

-Megabass Destroyer P5 Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/31Pt839

Favorite Model... Wind Buster

Honorable Mentions... 

-Teckel BladeWaker: https://bit.ly/2DuYZxU

This versatile bait can be fished as a bladed jig, ultra shallow swim jig, or buzzbait. 

-FishArrow Riser Jack Swimbait: https://bit.ly/30FMOqw

This bait is a completely different action than you're used to. Its a crackdown with a nose up rise that gets bit. Watch some of the JDM videos and you'll be pumped!

-Norman Speed N Crankbait: https://bit.ly/33Hpj2f

We love to speed crank and this little bait is designed for speed. Its the exact profile of the Deep Little N but in a shallow version. 

-G Loomis IMX Pro Swimbait (Keitech) Rod: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

The 7'2" 863C was designed for small to medium paddle tails. This is the first rod we've seen that is specifically designed to throw finesse swimbaits like the keitech. Great rod, great action, definitely fills a niche. 

-Spro King Daddy: http://bit.ly/2h0LCYd

This giant frog is a big fish catcher! Its proven itself for years but now comes in even more colors! Our favorite are Yellow Sparkle and Navy Seal. 

-Plano Edge FLEX Boxes: https://bit.ly/3kngvEG

We've fallen in love with Edge boxes this past year. The FLEX series allows complete adjustability in all directions, creating an incredibly versatile box.

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Summer Bass Fishing Gear Review! New Baits, Tackle, and Equipment This Summer!

Let's take a look at some of the best new gear for this Summer! From new crankbaits to worms, trailer accessories to reels, we're covering it all! This review is a selection of products from a variety of brands that have been making a difference in our fishing lately. Some items are brand new to the market, others have just recently had a positive impact in our fishing and earned a place in the review. 

You may have noticed that our recent videos have not been from our home state. We're back out on the road, traveling the country, and exploring new places. We're coming to a lake near you, trying new gear, catching new fish, and continuing to grow our angling knowledge so we can help you become a more consistent angler as we share that knowledge. In the spirit of road tripping, we've recently had a lot of positive experiences with our boat and trailer upgrades so today Tim begins with a series of trailer upgrades that have been impacting his fishing in a positive way. 

Boating/Trailer Equipment... 

-Moto Stop Transom Saver (Yamaha): http://bit.ly/2SCCwW4

-DD26 Transom Saver (Mercury): https://bit.ly/2BfaZlC

-TH Marine Steer Stop- https://bit.ly/2Sc5Ikg

-Fulton F2 Series Trailer Jack: https://bit.ly/2YHEB34

-Fulton F2 Series Winch: https://bit.ly/3frtFx8

-Spare Boat Buckle Winch Straps (Loop End): https://bit.ly/2BgnOw1

Its no secret that we're both tackle junkies. When new gear comes out we're always quick to give it a try. We're constantly fishing new brands, new baits, and new equipment. With Covid creating supply chain issues across the fishing industry we've been reaching even further to try new baits and gear while some of our favorites are sold out! These are a few of the items that have stood out for us in recent months. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and product descriptions of each item. 

Baits... 

-Megabass Z Series Z-1 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/2Y9dkHB

Favorite Colors: Mat Craw 2, PM Hot Gill 2, Kasumi Ito

-Megabass Z Series Z-2 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/3fsxn9G

Favorite Colors: GG Gill, Mat Craw 2, PM Hot Gill 2

-Teckel KickKnocker Topwater: http://bit.ly/2nvxkoA

Favorite Colors: Bone, Lime Ice

-Yum Mighty Worm: https://bit.ly/2Yajojh

Gear... 

-Shimano Bantam Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

This reel is AWESOME for the price! If you're looking for a new high-end "do everything" reel this is it! Today's video is just giving it a quick stamp of approval because there is a dedicated review of just this reel coming in the future. We didn't care to be first on a review, we wanted to really break this reel in and see how it did over time... more to come on that very soon. 

-Sunline FC Structure Fluorocarbon Line: https://bit.ly/2UMO73N

This line is designed for fishing around structure. Big Worms and Jigs, deep water, etc... is what they had in mind when designing this. Its been on the market for a couple years but I'm just giving it a fair shot now and so far I've been very impressed. 

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Post Spawn Bass Fishing Gear Review!

In today's gear review we're looking at a new worm, crankbait, swimbait, fishing line, and so much more! Whether you're looking to catch a big fish, want to try something new, or maybe you need to do a better job of protecting your gear, there is something here for everyone. As we enter the post-spawn period between Spring and Summer bass become aggressive all over the country, its time to go fishing!

We've had a long Spring full of quarantines and closed lakes to let our tackle addictions run wild. Today's video is the best of the best from all the tackle and equipment we've been trying lately. We tried to make selections that would benefit the largemouth angler, smallmouth angler, boat owner, traveler, and just about everyone in between. 

Below are a list of the products in order of appearance throughout the video. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions for each item. We've included color and sizing recommendations where applicable. 

Buzzbait... 

-D&M Easy Roller Buzzbait: https://bit.ly/2SCqcmj

Favorite Colors- Night Stalker, Red Bug

Crankbait... 

-Damiki BTC-60 Squarebill: https://bit.ly/35yagXK

Favorite Colors- Baby Bow, Threadfin Flash

Glidebait... 

-Evergreen ES Drive: https://bit.ly/35Chb2g

Favorite Colors- Konoshiro, Innako

Plastic Worm... 

-Keitech Mad Wag Long: https://bit.ly/3dkFMLl

Favorite Colors- JuneBug, Green Pumpkin, Blue Fleck

Lock... 

-Durasafe E-Locks: https://bit.ly/2W8QeQz

Fishing Line... 

-Sunline Crank FC: https://bit.ly/3fohguC

Favorite Sizes- 12 lb Squarebills, 14 lb Deep Cranks, 16 lb Large Deep Cranks

SpyBait... 

-Duo Realis Spinbait 100: https://bit.ly/2Wx8qCo

Favorite Colors- BK Ayu, Ghost Minnow, River Bait

Hook Keeper... 

-Cal Coast Cali Clip: http://bit.ly/2lNGGL9

Reel Bag... 

-Plano Guide Series Reel Locker Bag: https://bit.ly/2WvH9A3

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Spring Bass Fishing Gear Review - Top New Baits and Rods For 2020!

A TON of awesome new baits and gear have already hit the market this Spring! Between the Bassmaster Classic and the start of prime fishing season across the south, the influx of new offerings is crazy! Today we're wading through the new gear in search of the best of the best. We've tried a huge variety of baits and gear and compiled a short list of items that are worth taking a serious look at. 

Today's video is focused around baits and equipment that will have a tangible impact on your fishing. From the Hog Farmer Flex Rigs and their ability to draw drastically more strikes than stiffer rigs, to the Quiver worm's ability to shake and shimmy unlike anything we've ever seen before, every item in today's video has the ability to help you catch more fish. When it comes to rods, we looked at both ends of the spectrum. 

Crankbait rods are one of the most difficult selections an angler can make because different sizes and styles of crankbaits require such different equipment to maximize their potential. The Intenza comes in at a budget-friendly price and is probably the most adaptable crankbait rod we've used to date. On the higher end of the gear spectrum, both the St. Croix and the Poison Adrena bring incredible sensitivity within reach, and the Twin Power delivers ultra high-end performance at a reduced price. 

Below you'll find a breakdown of all the equipment from today's video in the order they appeared. We've included links that go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see the products in detail. For the baits, we've even included color recommendations and rigging advice. We hope you find this gear review helpful!

-Hog Farmer "FLEX" BFL Rig: https://bit.ly/2WtLCVK

-Hog Farmer "FLEX" Harvester Rig: https://bit.ly/2x7QPb4

A-Rig Components... 

Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait Head 1/8 oz: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Springs- Owner CPS Springs (Medium): http://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

Main Baits- Keitech 4.8 Fat Swing Impact Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

(TW Ghost Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad)

Dummy Baits- Reaction Innovations Little Dipper: http://bit.ly/2brnU5I

(Bad Shad Green, Impact Gill)

-Missile Baits Quiver Worm: https://bit.ly/2xehVgx

(Goby Bite, PB and J, Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core)

-River2Sea S Waver Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

(TW Phantom Trout)

-Baitsanity Antidote Glide Bait: http://bit.ly/2ztUk9z

(Summer Shad, Killer Shad)

-Megabass OneTen MAX LBO Jerkbait: https://bit.ly/3dfhL9y

Matt's Favorite Color: HT-Ito Tennessee Shad

Other Great Colors: GP Pro Blue, Mat Shad, MB Gizzard

-Shimano Poison Adrena Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3diigiT

(6'11" Medium +, 7'3" Medium Heavy, 7'4" Heavy)

-Shimano Intenza Casting Rods: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

(7'6" Medium heavy Glass)

-St Croix Legend Extreme Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

(7'4" Heavy)

-Shimano Twin Power FD Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

(3000 size for most techniques)

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