BUYER'S GUIDE: ULTRA HIGH END ROD AND REELS COMBOS ( ENTHUSIAST TACKLE )

The Ultimate Rod and Reel buyer’s guide is here!!! G Loomis, Megabass, St. Croix, Shimano, Dobyns, Daiwa, we've got it all! Whether you're a tackle enthusiast, a fisherman investing in a high-end combo, or a newer angler who's just curious what's out there, this video is packed with information to educate you about the nicest gear on the market!

High-end gear is amazing! The benefits it has on your fishing are remarkable! The only concern is purchasing the wrong model, and at these prices its a real concern! We’re taking all the guess work out and showing you our personal favorite models. Matt and Tim were both tasked with choosing 10 of their favorite high-end rod and reel combos that impacted their fishing this year. It's really interesting to see their unique fishing styles come out in the gear they choose as well as the information they pour out about each pairing.

Below you’ll find links to every combo discussed. We’ve listed them in the order they were discussed by each angler to help you find the exact combos you’re searching for. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/bEXFgo5YaRU

•Jerkbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/o8C9jW4Lxtk

•Chatterbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tRz6bTRPpxM

•Hover And Mid Strolling Guide: https://youtu.be/rwxsMZctqYo

•$100 Rod and Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/JmjS0XEa8P4

•$200 Rod and Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/CJVMWgw7Z4M

•$300 Rod and Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/lY96H4Zp4b8

•$500 Rod and Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/H0wQXtGmrE0

MATT'S SPINNING COMBOS...

COMBO #1...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer: https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Model: Baby Plugging

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

COMBO #2...

Rod– Daiwa Steez AGS 7'6" Med Med Light: https://bit.ly/44wVwFk

Model: The One

Reel– Daiwa Certate LT 2500: https://bit.ly/35Kclij

COMBO #3...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 7'6" Med Light: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Model: 901S SJR

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

COMBO #4...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Elite: https://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Mode: 7'6" Medium

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

COMBO #5...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 6'10" Mag Med Dropshot: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Model: 822S DSR

Reel– Shimano Stella FK 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

TIM'S SPINNING COMBOS...

COMBO #1...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 6'10" ML Ned Rig: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Model: 821S NRR

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

COMBO #2...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Model: 852S JWR

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

COMBO #3...

Rod– G Loomis Conquest 7'6" Medium: https://bit.ly/2BiGUNi

Model: 902S SJR

Reel– Shimano Stella FK 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

COMBO #4...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme: https://bit.ly/37UhrKR

Model: 6'10" ML

Reel– Daiwa Exist G LT: https://bit.ly/453vyds

COMBO #5...

Rod–Shimano Poison Ultima: https://bit.ly/3uDBhcY

Model: 7' Medium

Reel– Shimano Stella FK 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

MATT'S CASTING COMBOS...

COMBO #1...

Rod– G Loomis Conquest 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/2iL1PAY

Model: 842C MBR

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

COMBO #2...

Rod– Megabass Destroyer P5 Oneten Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 6'5" Medium

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50: https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

COMBO #3...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 7' Heavy: https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

Model: 844C MBR

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

COMBO #4...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

Model: 7'4" Heavy

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

COMBO #5...

Rod– Shimano Poison Ultima: https://bit.ly/3OfNBGe

Model: 6'10" Medium

Reel– Shimano Antares 70 A HG: https://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx

TIM'S CASTING COMBOS...

COMBO #1...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Elite: https://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Model: 6'8" Medium XFast

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50: https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

COMBO #2...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Z Crank Elseil

Reel– Daiwa Steez 70 CT SV TW: https://bit.ly/3esUZjg

COMBO #3...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 7'6" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Model: 906C CBR

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

COMBO #4...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 7'1" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Model: 853C JWR

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50: https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

COMBO #5...

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: Dark Sleeper

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

BUYER'S GUIDE: $500 ROD AND REEL COMBOS! ( Best Bang For The Buck )

These are the best "Bang For The Buck" rods in bass fishing! If you want your money to go the farthest, it happens right here at the $500 price point! The sensitivity of these models is incredible, the weight reduction is amazing, and you can get it all at a very affordable price! There's a reason you see these rods on deck in all our videos!

At this price point it's all about sensitivity and durability. Each of these rods offers incredible value and should be considered an asset in your angling line up. The jump in quality from $300 combos to $500 combos, is the biggest increase at any price point in bass fishing. These are truly high end rods, without the high end price tag.

Below you’ll find links to the rods and reels in the video. We’ve included our favorite models for each line of rods as well as our preferred sizes and speeds for the reels. Additionally, we've included a list of our favorite multi–purpose models from the different lines. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/g314S4ZyT6g

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/bEXFgo5YaRU

•Jerkbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/o8C9jW4Lxtk

•Chatterbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tRz6bTRPpxM

•Hover And Mid Strolling Guide: https://youtu.be/rwxsMZctqYo

•$100 Rod and Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/JmjS0XEa8P4

•$200 Rod and Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/CJVMWgw7Z4M

•$300 Rod and Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/lY96H4Zp4b8

SPINNING COMBO #1...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula Elite AGS: https://bit.ly/44O7Fqo

Models: 7'1" Medium, 7'6" Medium Light Medium

Reel– Daiwa Procyon MQ LT: https://bit.ly/46x4Ytp

Size: 2500–XH

SPINNING COMBO #2...

Rod– Shimano Expride B: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Models: 6'8" Medium, 6'10" Med Light, 7' Light

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

Size: 3000

SPINNING COMBO #3...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX: https://bit.ly/2XkVoej

Models: 6'8" Ronin, 6'11" Whipsnake, 7' Shakeyhead

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

Size: 3000

BAIT FINESSE COMBO #1...

Rod– Cashion Icon Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Model: 6'10" Medium Light Fast

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

BAIT FINESSE COMBO #2...

Rod– Shimano Expride B: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Model: 6'8" Light

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

BAITCASTING COMBO #1...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Models: 7'2" MHM, 7'4" Heavy, 6'8" Medium XFast

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW: https://bit.ly/401hGOK

Speed: 7.1:1

BAITCASTING COMBO #2...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX: https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Models: Braillist, EMTF, Perfect Pitch

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

Speed: 7.4:1

BAITCASTING COMBO #3...

Rod– Shimano Expride B: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Speed: 7.4:1

BAITCASTING COMBO #4...

Rod– 13 Fishing Envy Black III: https://bit.ly/3KtYZhv

Models: 7'1" Medium, 7'3" medium Heavy, 6'8" Medium

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

Speed: 7.5:1

BAITCASTING COMBO #5...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro Mag Bass: https://bit.ly/2lVATTC

Models: 7' Medium heavy (843C), 7' Heavy (844C)

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro Crankbait: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Models: 7'1" Medium Heavy (855C), 7'6" Medium Heavy (906C)

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Speed: 7.4:1

BEST MULTI–PURPOSE RODS IN BASS FISHING...

•Shimano Expride B 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Primary Use: Blade Bait/Tail Spin

Secondary Use: BFS Flipping, Finesse Jigs, Senko, Walking Topwater

•Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Primary Use: Jig Fishing

Secondary Use: Small Glide Bait, Magdraft, Big Texas Rigs

•Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Primary Use: Jerkbait

Secondary Use: Topwater, Micro Jig, Shaky Head, 5" Senko, Free Rig

•St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Primary Use: Paddle Tail Swimbaits

Secondary Use: Frog, Swim Jig, Spinnerbait

•G Loomis IMX Pro 844C MBR (7' Heavy): https://bit.ly/2lVATTC

Primary Use: Football Jigs

Secondary Use: Spinnerbait, Chatterbait, Buzzbait, Texas Rig

•Shimano Expride B 7'7" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Primary Use: Alabama Rig

Secondary Use: Flipping Jig, Big Worms, Carolina Rig, 6" Soft Swimbaits

•Megabass Orochi XX Ronin: https://bit.ly/2XkVoej

Primary Use: Jerkbait

Secondary Use: Mid Strolling, Shaky Head, Tube

•Shimano Expride B 6'10" Med Light: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Primary Use: Dropshot

Secondary Use: Ned, Hair Jig, Hover Strolling, Tube, Popper

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

BUYER'S GUIDE: NED RIG FISHING ( Worms, Heads, and Finesse Fishing Gear

In today's Buyers Guide we're taking an in depth look at the "Ned Rig"! The Ned Rig has changed finesse fishing forever. This finesse technique catches fish throughout the country, regardless of conditions or lake type. From shallow to deep, lake to river, the Ned Rig is a fish catcher that can't be ignored!

The Ned Rig has become a staple bass fishing category. It's caught the attention of all the major lure companies in the industry and now there are countless "ned baits" on the market. With dozens of new Ned products hitting the market each year, it's hard to see through the tentacles, paddle tails, and claws, to know which baits are worth your time.

Below you'll find links to our favorite baits, heads, and equipment. We've even included our favorite sizes and colors where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Casting Reel Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/EHi18PwH4mU

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/g314S4ZyT6g

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/bEXFgo5YaRU

•Jerkbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/o8C9jW4Lxtk

•Chatterbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tRz6bTRPpxM

•Jig Fishing Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/lESY9QQngqE

•Hover And Mid Strolling Guide: https://youtu.be/rwxsMZctqYo

STRAIGHT TAIL NED RIG BAITS...

•Zman Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin Goby

•Zman SCENTED Finesse TRD: https://bit.ly/3RaJGMH

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin Goby

•Roboworm 3" Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Colors: TW Black Blue Pumpkin, MMIII

•Yamamoto 3" Ned Floater: https://bit.ly/3BIjwL2

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pump Watermelon Lam

NED BAITS WITH TAIL MOVEMENT...

•XZone Ned Zone: https://bit.ly/2mRiYhF

Colors: 309, Natural Goby, Violet Secret

•Duo Realis Wriggle ND Slim: https://bit.ly/3PQtGQq

Colors: BTM Dweller, Tube Worm

•Reins RND Fat Ned Worm: https://bit.ly/2m4Y26y

Colors: Smokey Madness #2, Margarita Mutilator

•Missile Baits Ned Bomb: http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd

Colors: Bluetonium Green Pump Core, Wtrmln Red Core

UNIQUE NED BAITS...

•Zman TRD Bugz: http://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Canada Craw, Mud Bug, Green Pumpkin

•Savage Gear Ned Salamander: https://bit.ly/3rSNi8g

Colors: Mojito, Green Pumpkin Purple Copper

•ZMan TRD Gobyz: https://bit.ly/3P35U1R

Colors: Goby Bryant, The Deal

NED RIG HEADS...

•ZMan Ned Lockz HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Size: 1/10 oz

•BKK Silent Chaser Draggin Ned: https://bit.ly/3ZvTJ2g

Size: 1/16 - 1/8 oz with #1

•ZMan Ned Lockz EWG: https://bit.ly/3OWdp9W

Size: 1/10 oz

HIGH END NED COMBO...

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

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

Line– Sunline SX1 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline 6 lb Super FC: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BANG FOR THE BUCK NED COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" ML: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET NED COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" ML: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

BUYER'S GUIDE: HOVER STROLLING AND MID STROLLING!

These are two of the fastest growing trends in bass fishing! While neither is new, both are exploding onto the scene and you should take notice! Today we're exploring the finesse technique known as "hover strolling", along with the power technique known as "mid strolling". Both are effective and after today, you'll understand how to apply them to your fishing.

Hover strolling is a finesse presentation that allows small soft plastics to fall with an irregular gliding and spiraling action. You can also work these baits through the water column with a gentle slack line shaking motion. Mid strolling is very similar but employs heavier jigheads and involves more aggressive shaking to draw a reaction strike from cautious fish.

Below you'll find links to all the gear the guys discussed in the video. We've separated it by category and included our favorite sizes, colors, and equipment where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Casting Reel Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/EHi18PwH4mU

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/g314S4ZyT6g

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/bEXFgo5YaRU

•Jerkbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/o8C9jW4Lxtk

•Crankbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/AELQ1tVC-DI

•Chatterbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tRz6bTRPpxM

•Spinnerbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/WboTfeT6t5Y

•Dropshot Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tm7GqAxVePY

•Jig Fishing Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/lESY9QQngqE

HOVER STROLLING BAITS...

•Yamamoto 4" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Natural Shad, Baby Bass

•Roboworm 4" Sculpin: https://bit.ly/39hyrzL

Colors: Hologram Shad, Oxblood Light Red

•ZMan 4" Jerk Shadz: https://bit.ly/3yRocN0

Colors: Bad Shad, The Deal

•Zoom Super Fluke Jr: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Smokin Shad, Albino

•ZMan TRD BugZ: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, The Deal

HOVER STROLLING HOOKS AND TERMINAL…

•Ryugi Hover Shot Hook: https://bit.ly/3QRk4UJ

Size: 3, 2

•Ryugi Weedless Hover Shot Hook: https://bit.ly/3MUFaR8

Size: 2, 1

•Reins Tungsten Nail: https://bit.ly/3Qvfv3Z

Size: 3/32 - 1/96

•Gambler Hover Hook: https://bit.ly/3QTmjHd

Size: 1/16 - 1/8

•Core Tackle Weedless Hover Rig: https://bit.ly/3sefRSc

Size: 1/32 - 3/32

DAMIKI RIG...

•Damiki Rig Jighead: https://bit.ly/2tg1ajm

Size: 1/8 - 3/8

•Damiki Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2VQ7g6o

Size: 2.5 - 3"

MID STROLLING HEADS...

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Sizes: 1/8 - 1/4 with 1/0, 3/8 with 3/0

•Owner Ultra Darter Head: https://bit.ly/2nvNGxp

Sizes: 3/16 - 1/4 oz

•TacticalBassin Screwed Up Swimbait Head: https://bit.ly/3U5RsIx

Sizes: 3/8 oz

MID STROLLING BAITS...

•Yamamoto Scope Shad: https://bit.ly/3MVUjBH

Colors: Natural Shad, Sexy Shad

•Duo Realis 3" Finder Shad: https://bit.ly/47EAYws

Colors: Smoke Silver Purple, Ice Fish

•Hog Farmer 3.5" Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow

•Crush City FreeLoader: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b

Colors: Green Shad, Albino Shad

•Deps Sakamata Shad: https://bit.ly/3QMt9yd

Colors: Electric Shad, Silver Shad, Reservoir Shad

TIM'S HOVER STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 901 SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Stella FK 2500: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Line– Sunline Super FC (5 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

AFFORDABLE HOVER STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'6" Light: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

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

Line– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

MATT'S MID STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa STEEZ AGS 7'6" MLL: https://bit.ly/44wVwFk

Reel– Daiwa Certate LT 2500: https://bit.ly/35Kclij

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Sunline Super FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

FINESSE MID STROLLING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Reel– Shimano Sustain FJ 3000: https://bit.ly/3BQLlNP

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Super FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz