Gear Review! Shimano Curado BFS, Megabass P5, Creature Baits, Swimbaits, And Finesse!

Today’s tackle review is covering some amazing new items in bass fishing. From rods and reels, to a variety of baits, there are a ton of new options for late Spring and early Summer bass fishing! We kick the reviews off with a look at the brand new Shimano Curado BFS casting reel, then follow it up with the Megabass P5 Baby Plugging rod. From there we jump into baits that range from a 2” tube to a 10” swimbait, with a lot of stops in between. 

While the Northern guys are coming strong into the prespawn, the Southern anglers are pushing more toward Summer patterns. We’ve taken this into consideration and found items that help both groups be more successful. For the Northern guys we’re reviewing the Curado BFS, The P5 Baby Plugging, Tubes, and small swimbaits. For the South guys we’re looking at creatures for the wobble head, as well as some great swimbait options.

Below you’ll find links to all the gear reviewed in the video. We’ve included favorite sizes and colors where applicable, as well as favorite methods for rigging. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

BFS Gear...

Reel- Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Rod #1- Shimano Zodias 7'2" ML: https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW

Rod #2- Shimano Expride 7'2" ML+: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Megabass Rod... 

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

Preferred Reel- Shimano Vanford 1000: https://bit.ly/2PDlKlB

Wobble Heads... 

Bait- XZone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Favorite Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin Black

Head- Dirty Jigs Pivot Point: http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Size: 1/2 oz 4/0 hook

Bait Alternative- Zoom Z Craw: http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5

Tubes... 

Bait- Netbait STH Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3aU0oeU

Colors: Juvenile Goby, Ten Point, Dark Melon Copper

Heads- Blade Runner Inhaler: https://bit.ly/2NX7nYr

Sizes: 1/0 for 2.5" and 2/0 for 4" Tube

Small Swimbaits... 

Bait- Storm Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sexy Shad

Head- TacticalBassin Finesse Swimbait 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Underspin- VMC Spin Jig 1/4 oz: https://bit.ly/3381fEf

Weedless Swimbait... 

Bait- JSJ Hitch 6 Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3vxPgw3

Colors: Chartreuse Shad, Ghost Minnow, Light Hitch

Hook- Owner Beast 8/0: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

Savage Gear Swimbait... 

6" Pulse Tail Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2Ib674q

8" Pulse Tail Swimbait: https://bit.ly/33GROg1

10" Pulse Tail Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3lsKP0t

Favorite Colors: Dirty Silver, Ghost Trout

Braided Line... 

-Power Pro Maxcuatro Braided Line: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

-Sufix 131 Braided Line: https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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How To Bass Fish On A Budget! (Cheap Lures That ACTUALLY Work!!)

Bass fishing shouldn't break the bank! If your tackle spending is out of control, we've got you covered with some awesome "budget" alternatives that really catch fish! High-end tackle is nice (we know because we're tackle junkies!!!) but you can catch a ton of fish without going broke buying lures and gear. Come along with Tim as he shops both big box stores and local tackle shops to find the best budget options for bass. 

The key to buying budget tackle is to avoid the junk. A lot of cheap tackle isn't worth the packaging its hanging in, but there are exceptions. Today's video is all about those hidden gems that catch consistent fish despite their below-average price. Baits like the Super Spot crankbait, Yum Dinger, and Chatterbait, should be in everyone's arsenal, no matter where you live. Baits like the Dark Sleeper, Savage Gear Bluegill, etc... can take your fishing to the next level without costing a fortune. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits Tim discussed in the video. We're taking it to the next level and also including some "budget" and "ultra budget" rods and reels to help you keep your entire fishing game within your spending limits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Lipless Crankbait... 

-Cotton Cordell Super Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210

Colors: Chrome Blue, Rayburn Red

-Strike King Red Eye Shad: http://bit.ly/2fqX1RT

Colors: Sexy Shad, TN Shad 2.0, Chartreuse Sexy Shad

Spinnerbait... 

-Booyah 1/2 oz Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3gaOAIw

Color: Chartreuse/White, White

Chatterbait...

-Original Z-Man Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3abzGOb

Colors: Green Pumpkin, White, Brown Black

Squarebill Crankbait... 

-Strike King 1.5: http://bit.ly/2Pz3HvE

Colors: Chartreuse Sexy Shad, Summer Sexy Shad, Gizzard Shad

Swimbaits... 

-Savage Gear Pulse Tail Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH

Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Gill

-Savage Gear Pulse Tail Baitfish: https://bit.ly/3ag8Mor

Colors: Silver Black Back, Green Back

-Megabass Dark Sleeper: http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Colors: Haze, Wakasagi, Shirauo

-Strike King Rage Swimmer 3.75: http://bit.ly/2evZF8j

Colors: Ghost Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

Inline Spinner... 

-Rooster Tail: https://bit.ly/2QqfNMs

Colors: Black, Chrome White

Stick Bait... 

-Yum Dinger 5": http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Elders Magic

-Big Bite Baits Trick Stick 6": https://bit.ly/3shcgNK

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Tilapia

Shaky Head... 

Worm- Netbait T-Mac 6.5": http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin, Texas Craw

Jig Head- Limit Maker 1/8 oz: https://bit.ly/3gdVFYX

Jigs... 

Jig- Bass Patrol 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Colors: Brown/Green Pumpkin, Brown/Black

Trailer- Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Summer Craw

Soft Jerkbait... 

Bait- Zoom Super fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Smokin Shad, Albino

Hook- VMC Heavy Duty Wide Gap 4/0: https://bit.ly/3ad5XVc

Creature Bait... 

Bait- Zoom Baby Brush Hog: http://bit.ly/2bnpCRx

Colors: Green pumpkin, Watermelon Seed

Weight- Eagle Claw 3/16 Lead: http://bit.ly/2tEcZfq

Hook- VMC Heavy Duty Wide Gap 3/0: https://bit.ly/3ad5XVc

Ned Rig... 

Bait- Robo 3" Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Colors: Black Blue Pumpkin, Aarons Green Pumpkin

Hook- Owner Block Head 1/16 oz: http://bit.ly/2qL0A8n

Budget All-Around Casting Combo... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- Shimano SLX: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Sunline Assassin Fluorocarbon 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget All-Around Spinning Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel- Shimano Sahara FI 2500: http://bit.ly/2XhhM43

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

Ultra-Budget Casting Combo... 

Rod- 13 Fishing Defy Black 7'1" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/32gzFnN

Reel- 13 Fishing Origin A: https://bit.ly/3ny0I6S

Line- Seaguar Red Label 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

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Buyer's Guide: Craw and Creature Baits for Year Round Success!

Creature baits are not all created equal! In today's buyer's guide we're simplifying creatures and craws by narrowing it down to 8 baits for different situations. Each of these baits will help you catch more fish throughout the year! Whether you're punching mats, flipping, throwing a wobble head, or working a jig, there is a creature here that you can rely on.

These 8 baits all have very unique applications. One is best on wobble head, another is a bait we exclusively punch with, and yet another is the bait we turn to early in the year. There are a lot of great baits on the market but when you discover a key situation for a specific bait, you've got a bait that will put fish in the boat over and over again. If you want to shorten your learning curve, pay close attention to why and when we're throwing each of these baits, then give them a try on your lakes.

We've included links to all 8 of these baits below. We've also included our favorite colors for each, the gear we use to rig them, and a couple great "All-Around" creature bait rods at different price points. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

#1... 

-Big Bite Baits Flying Squirrel: http://bit.ly/2sn1FaT

Colors: Tilapia, Tilapia Magic

#2... 

-Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Tramp Stamp

#3... 

-Zoom Z-Craw: http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5

Colors: Junebug, Tilapia, Green Pumpkin

#4... 

-Reaction Innovations Man Bear Pig: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV

Colors: Hematoma, Tramp Stamp

#5...

-Zoom Midsize Brush Hog: https://bit.ly/35Wtmst

Colors: Junebug, Watermelon Candy

#6... 

-Missile Baits Baby D Stroyer: http://bit.ly/3248BXL

Colors: Super Bug, California Love

#7... 

-Jackall Archelon: http://bit.ly/2uo4sN5

Colors: School Bluegill, Green Pumpkin Candy

#8... 

-Keitech Crazy Flapper: http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp

Colors: Green Pumpkin Watermelon, Double Trouble

Jig Heads and Rigging... 

Shaky Head- Dirty Jigs Magnum Stand Up Head: http://bit.ly/2apouhn

Lead Wobble Head- Pivot Point Football Jig (1/2 - 3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

Tungsten Wobble Head- Swagger Swing Jig (1/2 oz - 3/4 oz): http://bit.ly/2MmBuur

Texas Rig Weight- Swagger Tungsten "Vader": http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

Texas Rig Hook (Heavy Wire): Owner Jungle Wide Gap 4/0: http://bit.ly/2sBsR1Z

Texas Rig Hook (Light Wire): Gamakatsu Offset EWG: http://bit.ly/2d07gvp

All-Around Texas Rig Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

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

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 12 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Budget Texas Rig Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7'2" Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

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

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

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Previous Buyer's Guides... 

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

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

-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

Bass Fishing: Top 10 Baits of 2020!!

What were the best baits of 2020? Which baits caught the biggest fish? Which baits caught the most? We were blessed with a bunch of great fish catches this year as we traveled around the country. Come along as we look back on some of the best catches of the year and the great baits that fooled the fish into biting. 

Some of our best baits continue to produce year after year. Others are brand new, but stood out from the crowd this year. Some of these baits made the list because they consistently caught big fish while others made the list because we could rely on them to get bit when nothing else was working. We constantly try new gear, new baits, and new patterns. These are the best of the best of 2020 that are worth a try the next time you're on the water. 

Below you'll find links to all of the baits shown in the video. We've included exact sizes and colors where applicable. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

1) Creatures...

Bait- Zoom Z Craw (Junebug): http://bit.ly/2vW7Jo5

Hook- Dirty Jigs Pivot Point Football (1/2 oz 4/0): http://bit.ly/2jOY1Ns

2) Crankbaits...

Bait- R2S Tactical DD 75 Crankbait (Mirrored Minnow): http://bit.ly/37dclbX

3) Swimbaits...

Bait- Megabass Dark Sleeper 3" (1/2 oz Wakasagi): http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

4) Jigs...

Bait- keitech Tungsten Football Jig (1/2 oz Green Pump/Blue): http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1

Trailer- Z Man TRD CrawZ (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

5) GlideBaits...

Bait- G Ratt Sneaky Pete (Hitch): http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe

6) Hollow Frogs...

Bait- Jackall Kaera Frog (Glitter Hasu, Glitter Bluegill, White): http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

7) Hard Swimbait/Lipless...

Bait- Megabass Vatalion (Gill, Wild Gill, Kinbuna): http://bit.ly/367AOxD

8) Tubes... 

Bait- Big Bite Baits Tour Tube 3.5" (Tilapia): http://bit.ly/32e23VR

Hook- Blade Runner Inhaler 3/16 oz 2/0 Hook: https://bit.ly/2NX7nYr

9) Alabama Rigs... 

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

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

Swimbait- Keitech Fat Swing Impact 4.8 (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v 

10) Soft Jerkbaits... 

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

Hook- Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap (Size 1): http://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

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

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TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7

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