2022 Gear Review - Shimano Expride B + New Crankbaits, Jerkbaits, and Creatures!

They're here!! Who's ready to check out the latest rods, swimbaits, hard baits, and soft baits to hit the market?! Its no secret that we're tackle addicts! We spend countless hours each week tracking down the newest gear from around the globe so we can put it through the paces! Some of it turns out to be junk, some of it is amazing and the best of the best make it into our gear review videos.

Today's video begins with the all new Shimano Expride B line of rods. We've been fanatical about Expride since the original series and have been blown away each time an updated version has come out. Shimano continues to advance the performance and sensitivity while still keeping the price affordable. 

From there we branch into a variety of new hard baits. From flash boosting jerkbaits to hard knocking crankbaits, there are some great new additions. On the softbait side, there are several downsized creatures to check out and just in time for the pre spawn, Mike Bucca has introduced a medium-sinking version of the Bacca Burrito. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits and equipment in the video. Many items are in stock today, those that aren't can be pre-ordered. For the Expride B's we've included some of our favorite models as a reference if you don't know where to start. 

RODS...

-Shimano Expride B Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Favorite Models: 6'10" Medium, 7'2" ML, 7'3" XH 

-Shimano Expride B Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/3AFcaFF

Favorite Models: 7'2" ML, 7' Light 

JERKBAITS...

-Shimano World Minnow Jerkbait: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

-Shimano World Diver Jerkbait: https://bit.ly/3o1BwrR

CRANKBAITS...

-Strike King 6XD Hard Knock: https://bit.ly/3rTd1OZ

SOFT BAITS... 

-Strike King Midsize Rage Bug: https://bit.ly/3HanGLB

-XZone Adrenaline Craw 3.5": https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

SWIMBAITS... 

-Bucca's Bacca Burrito (Medium Sink): https://bit.ly/3AFcV1t

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HOW TO CATCH THE BIGGEST FISH OF YOUR LIFE RIGHT NOW!

Are you ready to catch a giant? Do you want a new PB? Its time!! If you want to catch a big bass, there are 3 techniques that consistently catch the monsters during the cold water months and today we're going to teach you how to use each of them effectively. Don't waste your Winter opportunity, get out there and catch the biggest bass of your life!

When Winter cold sets in, most of the fish in the lake become lethargic. This creates a unique opportunity for the giant fish to hunt, unimpeded by smaller fish. We use 3 unique techniques to specifically target these larger fish. The first is a big swimbait, the second is an A-Rig, and the last is Speed Cranking. Today, Matt is going in depth with each of these methods to help you build the confidence needed to go out and catch a giant bass!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've included the exact colors, sizes, and rigging for each. We've also included links to our favorite rod and reel combos for each technique. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

WEDGE TAIL SWIMBAITS... 

-Savage Gear Pulse Tail RTF 8" Trout: https://bit.ly/33GROg1

Colors: Trout, Ghost Trout, Dirty Silver, Kokanee

-Huddleston Deluxe 8" Trout ROF 12: http://bit.ly/2azFTon

Colors: Trout, Holdover, Hitch

-Hudleston Deluxe 8" Trout ROF 5: http://bit.ly/2UVHiuQ

Color: Trout, Holdover, Hitch

BOOT TAIL SWIMBAITS... 

Bait- Little Creeper 8" Trash Fish: http://bit.ly/2hmXtg1

Colors: LC Hitch, Chartreuse Shad, KC's Ghost

Hook- Owner 1/0 Beast Weighted: http://bit.ly/2ancP66

ALABAMA RIGS... 

-Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/38xd1es

-Hog Farmer Tactical Flex Rig (Non-Bladed): https://bit.ly/3vhpSez

-Yum Flash Mob Jr: http://bit.ly/2bgDGNu

COLD WATER RIG COMPONENTS... 

Main Baits- 13 Fishing Churro 4.25: https://bit.ly/2LLeRA6

Colors: Moonlight Clan, Mojito, Purple Rain

Dummy Baits- Keitech 2.8" Fat Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

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

COOL WATER RIG COMPONENTS... 

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

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

Dummy Baits- Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Albino, Smokin Magic Shad

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

CRANKBAITS... 

-R2S Tactical DD 75: http://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: DD Minnow, Mirrored Minnow, Ghost Minnow

-Megabass Deep X 300: http://bit.ly/2sSQHpt

Colors: Kisyu Ayu, Sexy Ayu, MB Gizzard

-Megabass Deep Six: http://bit.ly/2A3clKP

Colors: Ito Wakasagi, Sexy Shad, MB Gizzard, Kisyu Ayu

FAVORITE SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 966: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Reel- Shimano Tranx 300: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC100 35 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

BUDGET SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- Savage Gear Squad 8' Heavy: https://bit.ly/3tT8bS2

Reel- Shimano Cardiff 300A: http://bit.ly/2cvhtMO

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 30 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

FAVORITE A-RIG COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

FAVORITE SPEED CRANKING COMBO...

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Reel- Shimano Shimano Bantam MGL XG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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

BUDGET SPEED CRANKING COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Mojo Bass Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

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

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

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BUYER'S GUIDE: SWIMBAITS, GLIDE BAITS, AND SWIMBAIT RODS

Today's Buyer's Guide is all about swimbaits. From Soft swimbaits to hard swimbaits, glide baits, and even wakebaits. We're covering the best of the best to help you catch more fish! If you're tired of throwing money away on experiments, these are baits you can rely on. 

Finding the right swimbait for your fishing style can be really expensive and frustrating. Our goal today is to eliminate all the headaches and let you learn from our experiences. The baits in this video are proven fish catchers and very affordable for their categories. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits. We've included color recommendations for each as well as any rigging components you may need. We've also included some of our favorite rods and reels as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SOFT SWIMBAITS... 

-Megabass Magdraft Freestyle: http://bit.ly/3bRG3Wi

Colors: White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad, Brownie

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

-Bacca Burrito 6": https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Golden Shiner, Threadfin Shad, Pearl White

-Savage Gear 8" RTF: https://bit.ly/33GROg1

Colors: Dirty Silver, Ghost Trout, Trout

-Savage Gear Line Thru Bluegill: https://bit.ly/3pCRab7

Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Gill

HARD SWIMBAITS... 

-Baitsanity Explorer Glide: http://bit.ly/33bQyxY

Colors: TW Steelhead, Kokanee, Trout

-River2Sea S Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Colors: Bluegill, Light Trout, Warden Hitch

-G Ratt Sneaky Pete: http://bit.ly/2RYCPFe

Colors: JP Hitch, Gizzard Shad, Hitch

-Jackall Gantarel: http://bit.ly/2adZI3R

Colors: Ghost Gill, Spawn Gill

-Bull Shad Slow Sink (6" and 7"): http://bit.ly/2eJ8gWM

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Threadfin Shad

TOPWATER... 

-SPRO 8" Trout Floater: http://bit.ly/2cU1x5P

Colors: Flat Rainbow, Hitch

-PB Rat 3-Piece Rat: https://bit.ly/3eZJCgZ

Color: Brown Black, Bone Brown, Black

OUR FAVORITE SWIMBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 966: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Reel- Shimano Tranx 300: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC100 35 lb: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

BUDGET RODS/REELS... 

-Savage Gear Squad 8' Heavy: https://bit.ly/3tT8bS2

-Dobyns Fury 806H: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

-Shimano Cardiff 300A: http://bit.ly/2cvhtMO

RELATED SWIMBAIT VIDEOS... 

-Swimbait Fishing For Bass (Full Seminar): https://youtu.be/mtOwKJaz1vg

-How To Rig Swimbaits: https://youtu.be/91EnJ0dGRXg

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Underspin And Screw Head Tricks For Bass Fishing!

The underspin is a lure every bass fisherman should own! When bass are chasing smaller baitfish, an underspin paired with a swimbait outfishes virtually every other lure. Today we're showing you the differences between these heads, and when you should be fishing each style. 

With all the different swimbaits and underspins on the market, how do you know which models to use? Matt breaks them down into categories and gives you the best of the best for each situation. By the time you reach the end of this video you'll know exactly when to reach for a full size option, or when the little 2.8 keitech is your best bet. 

Below you'll find links to all the baits and heads in the video. We've also included some of our favorite rod and reel combos for this technique, including a great budget option. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

UNDERSPIN HEADS (In Order Of Appearance)...

-Blade Runner Spintrix (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2oocg0a

-Hog Farmer War Pig (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2pcQnRP

-VMC Spin Jig (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/3381fEf

-Owner Flashy Swimmer: http://bit.ly/2e8O4Y7

Upgrade: Owner CPS Spring (Large): http://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

-Blade Runner Spintrix (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2oocg0a

-Picasso Single Barrel (3/16 oz): https://bit.ly/3py2s0v

-Cool Baits Down Under (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2boS7QA

-Megabass Okashira Screw Head (1/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2EpluSA

SWIMBAITS (In Order Of Appearance)... 

-Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Other Colors: Electric Shad, TW Pro Blue

-Storm Largo Shad (4 inch): https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color: Sexy Shad

Other Colors: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

-Damiki Armor Shad (3 inch): http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Color: Pure Gill

Other Colors: RP Blue Pearl, American Shad

-Storm Largo Shad (3 inch): https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Color: Tennesse Shad

Other Colors: Sexy Shad, Albino Shad

-Keitech Easy Shiner (4 inch): http://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Goby

Other Colors: Electric Shad, Tennessee Shad

-Keitech 2.8 Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Electric Shad

Other Colors: Sexy Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

-Megabass Spark Shad (3 inch): http://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Color: Albino

Other Colors: Neon Pepper, Purple Haze, Real

LARGE UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'5" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

Leader- Sunline FC100 16 lb Leader: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

MEDIUM UNDERSPIN CASTING COMBO... 

Rod- Halo HFX 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36rfYvW

Reel- 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line- Sufix 832 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

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

TINY UNDERSPIN SPINNING COMBO... 

Rod- Expride 6'10" Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel- Shimano Vanford 2000: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line- Sunline SX1 12 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader- Sunline Super FC 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET SPINNING COMBO...

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel- Shimano Nasci 2500: https://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- Sunline Super FC 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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