Buyer's Guide: Best Tackle Storage Solutions And Gear Protection!

In today's Buyer's Guide we're focused on tackle organization and gear protection. Being more efficient on the boat and at home leads to more fishing time on the water. From better organizing your crankbaits, to protecting your reels, there are so many small actions that will lead to better results. Come along as we look at some of our favorites and explain why they're so effective.

There are some amazing new tackle storage solutions this year! Plano's Edge FLEX boxes allow you store virtually anything effectively. 13 fishing's Skull Caps protect reels more effectively than any other cover we've seen, and some simple bands will make line storage much more manageable. Come along as we explore the best of the best when it comes to storage and protection!

Below you'll find links to each of the items discussed in the video. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions. We've also included an explanation of the box sizing so you're sure to choose the right item for your needs. 

Reel Protection... 

-13 Fishing Skull Cap Reel Cover: https://bit.ly/37oWmIL

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

Rod Protection... 

-Rod Glove Rod Protectors: http://bit.ly/2vnwYip

(Choose between Casting, Spinning, and Micro Guides)

-Rod Glove Rod Wraps: https://bit.ly/33yasXa

Line Protection... 

Non-Cutting Band- Hareline Large Spool: https://bit.ly/33vOUua

Cutting Band- Maxima SharkTooth Line Control: https://bit.ly/3ltXzDD

Swimbait Storage... 

-Eye Surrender Large 8 Pocket Wrap- http://bit.ly/2h4IN6I

-Tackle Warehouse Single Pocket Wrap- https://bit.ly/36pfozm

-Plano Waterproof Deep 3741 Box: http://bit.ly/2WWIrU9

-Owner Hook Caps: http://bit.ly/2Q3GaTL

Terminal Storage... 

Treble Hook Box- Plano Waterproof Stowaway 3740: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB

Hook and Weight Box- EDGE Master Terminal 3700: https://bit.ly/2SuzhOm

Hardbait Storage... 

Micro Adjustment (Full Size): Plano Custom Divider 3770: http://bit.ly/2XCbMnb

Micro Adjustment (Thin): Plano Custom Divider 3771: https://bit.ly/3fdjgpE

Crankbait Storage... 

Small- Plano Elite Small Crankbait Organizer: https://bit.ly/3a1hNlX

Medium- Plano Elite Medium Crank Organizer: http://bit.ly/2KwA8Kp

Large- Plano Elite Large Crankbait Organizer: https://bit.ly/3qKt1Bn

All-Around Boxes... 

3600- Plano EDGE Std: http://bit.ly/2YBaWYX

3700- Plano EDGE Std: http://bit.ly/2t3uHMR

Deep- Plano EDGE Deep Box Std: https://bit.ly/3dbdbby

Thin- Plano Edge Thin Box Std: https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL

FLEX Boxes... 

3600/3700 Flex Boxes- Plano EDGE FLEX: https://bit.ly/3kngvEG

**Flex Boxes are available for PRE-ORDER**

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... 

-Jerkbait: https://bit.ly/3qPPOLY

-Spinnerbaits and Chatterbaits: https://bit.ly/2Lj4hjk

-Dropshot: https://bit.ly/2KgBr2w

-Craws and Creatures: https://bit.ly/3lU4vLe

-Ned Rigs: https://bit.ly/3fo75GV

-Deep Diving Crankbaits: https://bit.ly/3kXuH6h

-Big Swimbaits: https://bit.ly/395vTT6

-High End Rod/Reel Combos: https://bit.ly/35PNOeu

-$500 Rod/Reel Combos: https://bit.ly/3lW1o5I

-$400 Rod/Reel Combos: https://bit.ly/3lSfwwz

-$200 Rod/Reel Combos: https://bit.ly/2USSCJv

-$100 Rod/Reel Combos: https://bit.ly/37aupED

Buyer's Guide: Best Jerkbaits For Bass Fishing

In today's Buyer's Guide we're looking at the best jerkbaits for catching bass throughout the year. Whether you're looking for a subtle jerkbait for cold water fishing or an aggressive jerkbait for the Spring and Fall bites, we've got you covered. Understanding the differences between jerkbaits and when to throw each style will make all the difference!

The jerkbait, also known as a rip bait, is one of the best lures to trigger a feed response in a bass. The combination of aggressive movement followed by suspension is more than most bass can resist! In the cooler months, a bait that will perfectly suspend is the key. As water temperatures drop its important to let the bait pause for long periods of time between jerks of the rod. In warmer temperatures the pauses are much shorter so balance becomes less important. During these warmer periods, baits that give off maximum flash and vibration are the key to standing out amongst the baitfish. 

It doesn't matter if you're just getting in to jerkbait fishing or you're a seasoned pro, these are the baits that will help you maximize your time on the water. Below you'll find links to all of the baits shown in the video. We've also included our favorite colors for each, as well as some of the rod and reels we use to throw jerkbaits. 

Large Jerkbaits... 

-Megabass Oneten Max LBO: https://bit.ly/3dfhL9y

Colors: GP Pro Blue, Tennessee Shad, Mat Shad

-Jackall Rerange 130: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, HL Silver Shad, RT Holo Minnow

Aggressive Baits... 

-Lucky Craft pointer 100: http://bit.ly/tbpointer

Colors: American Shad, Ghost Minnow, Live Purple Chart Wakasagi

-Jackall Rerange 110: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Colors: HL Hasu, RT Minnow, Blue Pearl Shad

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

Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, RT Minnow, HL Hasu

-Lucky Craft Flash Pointer 115: http://bit.ly/2aHz588

Colors: Bone Pro Blue, Ghost Minnow, Chartreuse Shad

Cold Water Baits... 

-Megabass Vision 110 Jr. +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Colors: GP Pro Blue, Tennessee Shad, Mat Shad

-Megabass Vision 110 Jr: http://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

Colors: GP Pro Blue 2, GP Deadly Black Shad, Tennessee Shad

-Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

Colors: Clear Laker, Mat Shad, Tennessee Shad

Megabass Vision 110+1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Colors: GP Pro Blue 2, Mat Shad, Tennessee Shad

Jerkbait Storage... 

-Plano EDGE 3700 STD: http://bit.ly/2t3uHMR

High-End Jerkbait Combo... 

Rod- Megabass Orochi XX Jerkbait Special: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line- Sunline Sniper 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Mid-Priced Jerkbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL K HG: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa

Line- Sunline Assassin 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Jerkbait Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 6'8" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX XT HG: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Sunline Assassin 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

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... 
-Spinnerbaits and Chatterbaits: https://bit.ly/2Lj4hjk

-Dropshot: https://bit.ly/2KgBr2w

-Craws and Creatures: https://bit.ly/3lU4vLe

-Ned Rigs: https://bit.ly/3fo75GV

-Deep Diving Crankbaits: https://bit.ly/3kXuH6h

-Big Swimbaits: https://bit.ly/395vTT6

-High End Combos: https://bit.ly/35PNOeu

-$500 Combos: https://bit.ly/3lW1o5I

-$400 Combos: https://bit.ly/3lSfwwz

-$200 Combos: https://bit.ly/2USSCJv

-$100 Combos: https://bit.ly/37aupED

Advanced Jerkbait Tricks For Cold Water Bass Fishing

As cold nights set in and temperatures around the country drop, bass begin acting in peculiar ways. Yes, some of them continue to ambush baitfish in the shallows when they can find it, but many are shifting toward Winter haunts. As these fish gather near outside structures their feeding habits begin to change and the way you target them should as well. 

If you live in the Southern half of the country your fish are still feeding aggressively in warmer water than our Northern brethren are currently experiencing. Your fish are most likely actively corralling baitfish in the backs of creeks and coves, feeding voraciously several times each day. During these times an aggressive jerkbait with maximum flash and movement is the key to consistent success. You need to distract these fish from the 1000’s of real prey so they will target the single, injured minnow that you are presenting. 

For those in the Northern half of the country, Winter is fast approaching. Many are already seeing freezing temperatures and water temperatures are beginning to plummet. This cold snap marks one of your best opportunities of the year for a giant bass! While many anglers shy away from the cold, you are the stand out who carries on and will be rewarded. When you’re targeting bass in cold water (below 50 degrees) flash becomes less important, the bait’s ability to suspending in place will be the triggering mechanism to make your fish bite. 

Below you’ll find links to both styles of jerkbait, the gear we use to throw them, and the terminal tackle we use to modify and perfect this presentation. All links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

If you Could Only Have One Jerkbait... 

Bait- Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

Colors: HT-Ito Tennessee Shad or GP Pro Blue

Aggressive Jerkbaits… 

Shallow- Jackall Rerange 110: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, Silver Shad, Hollow Minnow

Shallow- Lucky Craft Flash Pointer SP: http://bit.ly/2aHz588

Colors: Bone Pro Blue, American Shad, Aurora Black

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

Colors: Hollow Minnow, Silver Shad, Ghost Wakasagi

Suspending Cold Water jerkbaits… 

Small- Megabass Vision 110 Jr: http://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

Colors: Ito Tennessee Shad, Mat Shad, GG Deadly Black Shad

Standard- Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

Colors: GP Pro Blue 2, Mat Tenn Shad, Killer Kawaguchi

Deep- Megabass Vision 110+1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Colors: GP Pro Blue, Mat Shad, GP Skeleton TN

Extra Deep- Megabass Vision 110+2: http://bit.ly/2BLQIBA

Colors: Mat Shad, Ito Tennessee Shad, GP Pro Blue

Hook and Split Ring Upgrades… 

Split Ring Replacement- Owner Hyperwire Black (Size 2): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

110 Replacement Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Nano Treble (Size 5): http://bit.ly/2dWWAut

110 Junior Replacement Hook- Gamakatsu 1X Black (Size 8): https://bit.ly/3oSXVXp

Matt's Favorite Jerkbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 6'10" medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line- Sunline Assassin 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Alternative Reel: Shimano Curado 70 MGL K: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa

Mid-Range Jerkbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL K: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa

Line- Sunline Assassin 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Jerkbait Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 6'8" medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Line- Sunline Assassin 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Other Great Jerkbait Rods... 

-Megabass Orochi XX 6'11" Jerkbait Special: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

-Megabass Destroyer Oneten Special: http://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

-G Loomis IMX Pro 812 JBR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

-St Croix Legend Elite 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

-Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Related Jerkbait Videos... 

Fall Jerkbait Fishing! Everything You Need To Know! (2020): https://youtu.be/mLkjULrvQFA

Winter Jerkbait Fishing- Tricks To Get More Bites (2019): https://youtu.be/_eOGx2ZXkzY

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

Fluke Fishing Tricks (Double Fluke Rig) - Catch 2 Bass At Once!!

These fish are smashing the Double Fluke Rig! Matt is on the water chasing a fluke bite (soft jerkbait) and the fish are chewing the double fluke AKA Donkey Rig. If you've never thrown a double fluke, its a great option for schooling bass. Matt catches a bunch of fish then sits down and shows exactly how he builds and fishes this rig. Don't miss the end when he catches a double!

The concept behind the double fluke rig is very similar to an A-rig. You've got multiple baits working in unison to trigger a feed response. When you hook up you've got the added bonus of a potential double up at any time because the 2nd bait is still free swinging. Building and fishing the rig are both simple enough but if you really want to fine tune it, we've got some tweaks for you. 

We use different size leaders, different hooks, and different baits to get our baits to run in 2 different water columns (one below the other) to dial in the bite and keep the fish eating our mainline bait first. By changing the hook placement or by switching between the Zoom and Strike King baits you can get the baits to run even farther apart. If you want the whole rig to run deeper, using larger swivels will weigh down the nose of the rig and help it maintain depth after you let it sink at the start of your cast.

Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment Matt is using in the video as well as the added gear he uses to adapt the rig. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.  

Today's Baits and Hooks... 

Front Bait- Zoom Super Fluke (Smokin Shad): http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Front Hook- Gamakatsu EWG Superline (3/0 Size): http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Back Bait- Zoom Super Fluke (Albino): http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Back Hook- Gamakatsu EWG Superline (4/0 Size): http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Favorite Baits For The Rig... 

Standard- Zoom Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Smokin Shad, Albino, Electric Shad, Tennessee Shad

Heavy- Strike King Caffeine Shad 5": http://bit.ly/2jjyvzr

Colors: Ghost Shad, Pearl Blue, Smokey Shad

Favorite Hooks, Bobber Stops, and Swivels For The Rig... 

Shallow Running Hook- Gamakatsu EWG (3/0 or 4/0): http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

Deep Running Hook- Gamakatsu Superline (4/0): http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

Swivels- SPRO Power Swivel (Size 6-8): http://bit.ly/2ay0p7d

*Larger swivels can be used to achieve great depth*

Bobber Stop- 6th Sense Peg X: https://bit.ly/32aJG6J

Leader Material... 

Maxima Ultragreen Monofilament (15,18, or 20 lb): http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

*We use this line because of its shock absorption in a short section of line. This keeps fish from breaking off when pulling against each other on the double rig*

Matt's Exact Combo Today...

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy (Available For Pre-Order): https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW

*The longer handle makes a huge difference when casting this rig*

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 18 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Budget Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT HG: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Power Pro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Related Fluke Fishing Videos... 

-Underwater Bass Footage With Crazy Fluke Rigging Trick: https://youtu.be/rD8lBI2hxiA

-Fluke Rigging Tricks To Catch Bass Shallow Or Deep: https://youtu.be/U3bP0HkJxk0

-Fluke Fishing Tricks You Need To Try: https://youtu.be/t8rb6gNfSmk

-Underwater Bass Fishing Footage + Fluke Rigging Tips: https://youtu.be/GvhirFFpirk

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

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