2022 Buyer's Guide: Best $100 Rod And Reel Combos!

The 2022 Buyer's Guide Series is here!!! Today we're kicking it off with the best $50 fishing rods and $50 fishing reels ($100 per combo). Our goal with these guides is to help you make educated decisions when purchasing tackle, as well as to help your loved ones shop for you during the holiday season. Let's go!

If you've never experienced our Holiday Buyer's Guide Series the next few weeks will surprise you! Every year we take time just before the holidays to film these videos to help anglers like yourselves make educated decisions about rods and reels, tackle, and fishing equipment. We start with budget combos and work our way up to the top of the line. After that, we shift gears and work our way through tackle and equipment. These videos run 7 days per week so forget our regular schedule and get ready for a TON of awesome new content! 

If you have any questions about gear along the way be sure to ask in the comments and we'll do our best to help you. Below you'll find links to the exact rod and reel combos in today's video. We've even included our favorite models from each line. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of the items.

COMBO #1...

Rod– Shimano Sellus: http://bit.ly/2ro5vQu

Favorite Models: 7'1" Medium, 7'1" Medium Heavy

Reel– Shimano Nexave: https://bit.ly/3nhj4f1

Favorite Size: 2500

COMBO #2...

Rod– Daiwa Aird X: http://bit.ly/2P7Z3Vu

Favorite Models: 7' Medium, 7' Medium Heavy

Reel– Daiwa Revros LT: http://bit.ly/34nCGCj

Favorite Size: 2000

COMBO #3...

Rod– Denali Ryker: https://bit.ly/31bKfgp

Favorite Models: 7' Medium Heavy, 7' Heavy

Reel– Shimano Caius B: http://bit.ly/2O3Dvuw

Favorite Speed: 7.2:1

COMBO #4...

Rod– 13 Fishing Defy Black: https://bit.ly/32gzFnN

Favorite Models: 6'7" Medium, 7'1" Medium Heavy, 7'5" Heavy

Reel– 13 Fishing Origin R1: https://bit.ly/3wKSu12

Favorite Speed: 8.1:1

COMBO #5...

Rod– Dobyns Colt: http://bit.ly/2lU0LfV

Favorite Models: 734, 703, 705 Cranking

Reel– 13 Fishing Origin F1: https://bit.ly/3qD6hpc

Favorite Speed: 8.1:1

COMBO #6...

Rod– 13 Fishing Fate Black: https://bit.ly/3xSUZB3

Matt's Popper Rod: 6'7" Medium

Other Favorite Models: 7'1" Medium Heavy, 7'4" Heavy

Reel– 13 Fishing Origin F1: https://bit.ly/3qD6hpc

Favorite Speed: 8.1:1

BUDGET LINE FOR SPINNING...

Fluorocarbon– Sunline Super FC: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Braid– Power Pro Spectra: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

BUDGET LINE FOR CASTING...

Fluorocarbon– Seaguar Basix: https://bit.ly/38c1HHr

Braid– Sufix 832: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

UPCOMING VIDEOS...

Tomorrow 11/21: $200 Combos Buyer's Guide

Tuesday 11/22: $300 Combos Buyer's Guide

Wednesday 11/23: $400 Combos Buyer's Guide

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Top 5 Rods For Bass Fishing! (Beginner and Advanced Models)

Are you looking for a fishing rod? These are the top 5 fishing rods every fisherman should own! Whether you're just getting started and need to stick to a budget, or you're willing to buy the best so you only have to purchase rods once, we've got you covered! No matter your skill level or budget, this is for you!

The first 5 rods will cover everything you'll face as a newer angler. The very first rod is extremely universal and will help you throw as many different baits as possible, the next 4 will give you a foundation for virtually any situation you'll face on the water. Whether you're working with a budget, looking for "bang for the buck", or simply want the best, we have a recommendation that will fit your fishing style.  

Below you'll find links to all the rod and reel combos shown in the video. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACKLE WAREHOUSE DISCOUNT

$20 Off A $100 Or More Order! (Available through 10/24/22)

Code Link: https://bit.ly/3yIhTdM

ROD #1... 7' MEDIUM SPINNING

Budget Rod– Shimano SLX 7' Medium: http://bit.ly/2AdvIC1

Budget Reel– Shimano Sahara FJ 2500: https://bit.ly/2XhhM43

Mid Rod– Shimano Expride 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/3AFcaFF

Mid Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

High End Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

High End Reel– Shimano Twin Power FD 2500: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

ROD #2 MEDIUM HEAVY BAITCASTER...

Budget Rod– Halo HFX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36rfYvW

Budget Reel– Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Mid Rod– Shimano Expride 7'2" MH: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Mid Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL: https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

High End Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme 7'1" MH: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

High End Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

ROD #3 MEDIUM LIGHT SPINNING...

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

Budget Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500: http://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Mid Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" ML: Spinning: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Mid Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

High End Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 821S NRR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

High End Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

ROD #4 MEDIUM CASTING...

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

Budget Reel– Lew's Speed Spool LFS: http://bit.ly/2xEElEw

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

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

High End Rod– Megabass Z-Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

High End Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

ROD #5 HEAVY CASTING...

Budget Rod– Shimano SLX 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Budget Reel– Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Mid Rod– Savage Gear Battletek 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3pYvM45

Mid Reel– 13 Fishing Concept A2: https://bit.ly/36XlOVs

High End Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 894C JWR: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

High End Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

ROD #6 CRANKBAIT COMBO...

Budget Rod- St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'2" Medium: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

Budget Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Mid Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'6" MH Glass: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Mid Reel– Shimano Tranx 200 A (HG): http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

High End Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

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

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How To Choose The Right Fishing Rod (Beginner To Advanced)

This is the information no one is talking about! From the basics (how to interpret rod models) to advanced details on rod action and power, Matt is laying down everything you need to know to make educated decisions about fishing rods. 

Fishing gear is expensive and the truth is, most anglers are guessing when they make a purchase. They have no idea if the rod they're buying will do what they need. But it doesn't have to be that way. Understanding ratings will take out all the guess work so you can begin making easy decisions. 

Below you'll find links to many of our favorite rods, separated by technique. We've also included a few budget-minded rods as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. In many cases the rods are available, in a few they're available for pre-order and expected to arrive in early Spring.

FAVORITE RODS BY TECHNIQUE... 

Jig (Pitch and Flip)- Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Jig (Light Football)- G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Jig (Heavy Football)- Megabass Orochi XX Extreme Mission Type F: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Jerkbait- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

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

Lipless- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Chatterbait- Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy Glass: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Dropshot- G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Ned Rig- G Loomis NRX+ 821S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Tube- St. Croix Legend Elite 7'6" Medium: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Heavy Flipping- Shimano Expride 7'11" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Light Flip- Shimano Curado 7'5" XH: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Tail Spin- G Loomis IMX Pro 843 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Keitech (4.8)- Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Big Swimbait- G Loomis IMX Pro 966 SWBR: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Deep Crank (Tight Action)- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Deep Crank (All Around)- Shimano Zodias 7'6" MH Glass: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Squarebill- Megabass Orochi XX Flat Side Special: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

Frog- Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

BFS- Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse 7': https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

Northern Hair Jig- Megabass P5 Baby Plugging: https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

FAVORITE BUDGET RODS BY TECHNIQUE... 

Jerkbait- Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Jig- St. Croix Bass X 7'4" MH Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Texas Rig- St. Croix Bass X 7'1" MH Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

All Around- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Dropshot/Ned Rig- Shimano Intenza 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Topwater- Halo XDIII 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3ojz68h

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

Frog- Dobyns Fury 7'3" Mag Heavy: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

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BUYER’S GUIDE: $400 ROD AND REEL COMBOS

These rods and reels are for the angler who loves bass fishing, fishes often, and appreciates quality gear! This probably isn’t your first combo and you’re willing to spend a little more to gain sensitivity, casting distance, and longevity. In short, we’re getting into the serious fishing gear now. Pairing a $200 rod with a $200 reel takes you into a completely different class of equipment from our previous guides. 

If you’re ready to elevate your fishing, this video is for you! These are the combos that truly impact how you fish. Depending on the model you choose you’ll be able to detect more bites, get the right action out of a bait, or drive a hook set like never before. Perhaps you want to work a jerkbait properly. Or maybe you’re looking to get a combo that can walk a frog with ease. Perhaps you’re looking for the exact action for a jig. These are the options you gain when you step up to these $400 combos. 

Below you’ll find links to the exact rods and reels shown in the video. We’ve included our favorite models and sizes for each, as well as any other pertinent information. These links allow you to find the gear you’re searching for as well as serve as an convenient way for loved ones to find the exact items you’d like during the holidays. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. Additionally, we’ve included links to our previous buyer’s guides so you can find the exact rods and reels that fit your budget.

PREVIOUS BUYER’S GUIDES… 

-$300 Combos: https://youtu.be/roGUV4z4YZI

-$200 Combos: https://youtu.be/duCPOzl2u50

-$100 Combos: https://youtu.be/QE2vm7eL2PQ

SPINNING COMBOS… 

COMBO #1… 

Rod- Shimano Zodias: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

Favorite Models: 7’6” Light, 7’ Medium, 7’ Light

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

Preferred Size: 2500

COMBO #2…

Rod- Megabass Levante: http://bit.ly/2Ibeo70

Favorite Models: Shakyhead, Whipsnake

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

Preferred Size: 2500

COMBO #3… 

Rod- Dobyns Sierra: http://bit.ly/2EyotZU

Favorite Models: 6’9” Medium Light, 7’ Light

Reel- Daiwa Tatula LT: http://bit.ly/2zrq4id

Preferred Size: 2000

COMBO #4… 

Rod- St. Croix Victory: https://bit.ly/2RPMkfV

Favorite Models: 6’10” Med Light X Fast, 7’1” Medium Fast

Reel- Abu Garcia SX: https://bit.ly/3kFfREg

Preferred Size: 20 or 30

CASTING COMBOS… 

COMBO #1… 

Rod- St. Croix Victory: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

Favorite Models: 7’1” MH Fast, 7’4” Heavy, 6’8” Medium X-Fast

Reel- 13 Fishing Concept A2: https://bit.ly/36XlOVs

Preferred Speed: 7.5:1

COMBO #2…

Rod- Megabass Levante: http://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

Favorite Models: EMTF, Braillist, Tour Versatile

Reel- Shimano Curado 200K: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Preferred Speed: 7:1 (HG)

COMBO #3… 

Rod- Shimano Curado: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

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

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

Preferred Speed: 7:1 (HG)

COMBO #4… 

Rod- Shimano Zodias: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Favorite Models: 7’2” Medium , 7’5” Heavy, 7’6” MH Glass

Reel- Shimano Curado 150 MGL: https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Preferred Speed: 7:1 (HG)

COMBO #5… 

Rod- Shimano Expride: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Favorite Models: 7’11” XH, 7’3” XH, 7’2” Heavy, 6’10” Medium

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 DC: http://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q

Preferred Speed: 7:1 (HG)

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

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