SPRING BUYER'S GUIDE: Best Rods And Reels For Bass Fishing!
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- Опубліковано 17 жов 2024
- These are the best rods and reels you can get! In our final Spring Buyer's Guide video we're looking at the best "BANG FOR THE BUCK" rods and reels on the market! No matter your budget, these rods will give you more sensitivity and fishability for the money than any others we could find!
We're kicking this video off with a look at whole rod lines that blend amazing components, sensitivity, and balance. Next, we're looking at reels that stand out from the crowd. Then, we're jumping into some of our favorite rod models for specific techniques from around the industry! You don't want to miss this!
Below you'll find links to the exact rods and reels discussed in the video. We've listed them in the order discussed and included some of our favorite models as well! All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
BANG FOR THE BUCK ROD LINES...
•Mojo Bass Casting: bit.ly/3wQ93Zn
•Daiwa Tatula Casting: bit.ly/2Q4NgKA
•Shimano Zodias Casting: bit.ly/2cgmMAe
•Shimano Expride B Casting: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
•St. Croix Legend Tournament Casting: bit.ly/3Iow9KV
•Megabass Orochi XX Casting: bit.ly/2OSVNwH
•G Loomis IMX Pro Technique Specific: bit.ly/2QurcHi
•G Loomis NRX+ Jig & Worm Casting: bit.ly/2hedqsq
BANG FOR THE BUCK SPINNING REELS...
•Shimano Vanford: bit.ly/2gu84t7
Favorite Size: 2500
•Daiwa Tatula LT: bit.ly/2zrq4id
Favorite Size: 2500
BANG FOR THE BUCK CASTING REELS...
•Daiwa Tatula SV TW: bit.ly/401hGOK
•Shimano Curado 150 MGL: bit.ly/2TQHwrP
•13 Fishing Concept C2: bit.ly/2NlzZhg
SPECIFIC MODEL CASTING RODS...
•St. Croix Victory 7'3" Med Hvy Fast: bit.ly/3f4tcEb
•Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: bit.ly/2OSVNwH
•Shimano Zodias 6'10" Medium Heavy: bit.ly/2cgmMAe
•Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
•Megabass P5 Destroyer Tequilla Baccarac: bit.ly/2wVOSbY
•St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'4" Heavy: bit.ly/3Iow9KV
•Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy: bit.ly/2cgmMAe
•Megabass Levante Flat Side Special: bit.ly/2FdE3YY
•Shimano Expride 7'7" Heavy: bit.ly/2nTq9FL
•G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: bit.ly/2gqziwT
•Daiwa BLX 7'3" ML+: bit.ly/3TnzyRn
•Gamakatsu Avenge 7’ Medium Heavy: bit.ly/3hzK2ee
SPECIFIC MODEL SPINNING RODS...
•Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light: bit.ly/2osaj3q
•Shimano Zodias 7'6" Medium: bit.ly/2jOUXAO
•G Loomis NRX+ 822 DSR: bit.ly/2RB0oJP
BAIT FINESSE...
•Shimano Curado 7'2" ML: bit.ly/2gUWTft
•Shimano Curado 6'10" Light Glass: bit.ly/2gUWTft
•Dobyns Sierra 7'0" 0 Power (700): bit.ly/3C4PWgc
•Shimano Curado BFS Reel: bit.ly/2QGRVF2
SWIMBAIT RODS AND REELS...
Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'9" XH: bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Reel- Shimano Tranx 300AHG: bit.ly/2kYsvRw
Rod- St. Croix Victory 7'10" Heavy Fast: bit.ly/3f4tcEb
Reel- Daiwa Tatula 300: bit.ly/3InxUva
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: bit.ly/38YpPIz
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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY...
Trolling Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex 112: bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics- Humminbird Solix 15: bit.ly/35HuPRY
Anchors- Minn Kota Talons: bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Camera- GoPro Hero 9: bit.ly/2KQ0VEI
*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…
Favorite sunglasses: bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite life jacket: bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Storage Box: bit.ly/3U9y4cl
Favorite Net: bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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Good morning bros
Good morning. I hope today is a good one!! ✌🏾
I remember starting out 3 years ago and using 2 $30-$40 spinning combos from Big 5s and thinking they were good enough. 6 months in I bought a Mojo Bass Spinning rod per TB recommendation and never looked back. Now I’m at 10 combos averaging $500-$600 each combo.
This is the kinda video that is awesome for us kayak guys that can only bring so many combos. Good to see that some of the stuff I already have is way more versatile than I thought 👍🏼
You can do a lot more than you think. Everyone gets technical about it.
6'10" med expride
Popper, finesse underspin, 3.3 kietech, jerkbait, finesse Texas rig, kietech football jig, blade bait, TN50 etc. That's a lot of categories I've done perfectly fine catching fish on. Braid to leader or straight floro. Did it today and caught smallmouth in the 2.5-3lb range noo problem.
@colingordon5950 it's a great rod. Moderate action with a fast tip 1/4-3/4. I've done great with a lot of baits and techniques.
Jerkbait, 3/8 megasbass blade bait, Shower blows 77.7, 3.3 kietech on 1/8oz flashy swimmer at Clearlake, 1/8oz 1/0 Texas rigs just flippingthe bank, I've been throwing the small TN50 lately with no issues. As long as you don't over work the rod and fish it can do a lot. Just let the rod load and get the fish in.
@colingordon5950 now I'm thinking how many little cranks like a Megabass Z-2, spro Rock Crawler 50, 4" wacky senko.
Nothing better than tactical bassin premiering a movie to kick off spring angling🫡
Just me, I use a 10-12-15 wrap Albright line to leader knot, never had one fail, no glue. Casts like a dream on micro guides....... YMMV
I’d love to see a video where you guys break down the Expride line of rods and applications
I just picked up a Daiwa Tatula SV TW and paired it with a Megabass Lavante Perfect Pitch. I love it.
I come back to these buyers guides often. I could watch 365 days of buyers guide videos.
I love how much you guys geek out over tackle.
Check out the shimano teramar xx sw 7ml. It’s a major sleeper bfs rod!
One of the best videos I have ever seen! The entire series is top notch. Thanks
Since I don't have the ability to have a single rod per technique all the time, I must say that my Exprides are just STUPID good for a couple similar techniques.
6'10" Med Expride with a Chronarch MGL for jerkbaits, flukes, topwater poppers, shaky heads, dark sleepers braid to leader. I just change the leader to Fluoro or Mono depending on the technique.
7'6" Heavy Expride with a Curado DC for Heavy Swim Jig, Swing Head Jig braid to leader, and it is all thanks to you guys introducing me to them!
One rod in the Orochi line that you wouldn't think was versatile because of its technique specific name is the Jerkbait special. Besides being an incredible JB rod, it's good for topwater, smaller squarebills, and even some mid cranking like the Deep -X 200's, Rock Crawlers and Wiggle Warts. I'm a JB nut but it had never occurred to me to try it for cranks and squarebills till Randy B said he doesn't use it for JB, but rather as a squarebill rod. I figured if a guy on the Megabass team, who can use whatever rod he chooses recommended it for other things, it was worth trying. Randy was spot on! Anyhow, the JB Special paired with an Aldebaren is a special rod!
I also throw weightless senkos with my JB special and its awesome. I don't have really heavy cover so it works great !
I can confirm on the NRX+. I did the same thing...then ordered 2 more. Because of you guys.
I splurged on a curado 150 MGL reel... couldn't be happier with it I wish I could afford a whole line up of them... be easy fellas✌
Went to Expride years ago on your rec. Love them. Slowly replacing all my rods with then, except for cranking. I like Curado rods since they tend to be softer and more parabolic. And for bang for buck, you could definitely throw Curado in there. For the price I prefer them over anything else in that price point, and would take one over zodiac all day.
I am slowly converting my rod line up to all 13 envy black and fate black. I think those rods for the money are amazing
Terrible decision
Thanks guys one quick question. I'm headed up to Clearlake your old stopping grounds next week. It's gonna be rainy conditions what would you recommend I throw?
I learned so much from watching your entire series.
Was thinking about the St.Croix legend glass, not crazy about that color but hearing good things about it...
Can we get some chatterbait vs soft swimbait and spinnerbait vs chatterbait videos. Maybe wacky worm vs shaky head. Stuff like that? Like when is the best scenario to throw certain baits.
Hey guys love the buyers guides. Have you ever done a buyers guide on two piece rods? Traveling in a car sometimes a two piece is necessary.
Daiwa Rebellion has a whole 2 piece line up in the $200 range for casting rods. It's hard finding 2 piece casting rods past the $100 price point unless you go JDM.
Fold down the seats lol
@@warlordop713 I have a prius and we're a family of four. Travel rods are a thing 💯
Hi Matt & Tim! Great video! For a northern gal, do you think the Zodias swim bait rod could also work as a pike/musky setup with a Tranx 400?
How big of pike and musky? The 7’9 XH might be okay for the smaller baits. Where abouts are you located?
It was great to finally meet y'all at the classic , thanks again for the glide bait tip and for signing my hat 😊
I really appreciate that you showed rods and reels separately. Combos are cool but sometimes I want to move reels around on different rods to see where/what they do best
I agree. I’ve found that I like to spend significantly more on the rod than reel, so the videos where they match the price of the two don’t work for me. From a $100 rod to $200 rod, I notice a huge difference. From a $100 reel to a $200 reel, not so much.
Great video guys. As a Northern guy who adores my GLoomis NRX+ line. I must say, the Megabass P5 Destroyer Wind Buster for an all around is continually blowing my mind. I find it more difficult to find what it doesn't do well. Only gripe is the grip being a tad small, but I also feel that contributes to its incredible sensitivity. Such an unbelievable rod I keep 2 rigged differently on deck at all times.
I absolutely agree with you. The only thing I think it doesn’t do great is nose hooked drop shot. They made something magical with that windbuster. I know it was designed for casting hardbaits into the wind, but I really hadn’t thrown any on it until one day I decided to throw a 110 on it and was blown away
Try a baby plugging, the WB baby brother. It is soooooooo nice!
@@ReelAZMatt Agree I own two.
These buyers guides are the best on the internet!!!! ❤❤❤❤
Great video. Loving the BFS coverage. A side benefit to BFS is it keeps the deck nice and tidy.
Dobyns Champion XP are a great line of rods too.
I got a good test on my Xpride 6'10 medium two weeks ago when I fought and landed an 18lb Striper on 10lb Invizx! The Shimano Curado allowed her to peel drag while maintaining resistance until J was able to tire her out and she broke off one treble from my jerkbait and bent two others out but she still ended up in my cockpit floor! 🤙
I like your idea of heading up north for some baitcast smallie fishing! Come to MN for some smallie fishing on Mille Lacs Lake…I’d love to join you! 😊
Good way to start the morning. Now it's time to go shopping for some rods and reels
Love the buyers guides. I always spend to much money but still love Um 😂
So when I originally bought the Zodias 7'5" med heavy I got it for jigs, Texas rigs & swimbaits etc. I did however use it for finesse A-Rigs before you guys even came out with them or even talked about it. I did the 1/8oz heads in 2020 because I wasn't ready for full size A-Rigs. I needed a rod more versatile & apparently its great for it haha.
Excellent, as every of your buyers guide! Thanks for entertaining us….
I picked up a 6’9” medium heavy zodias spinning rod last year for a vanford by accident, thinking I grabbed a medium. Ended up loving it but I get where light/medium light/medium rods come into play but I rarely see or hear about medium heavy spinning rods come into play for bass. I’m guessing basically the same techniques as MH casting rods?
I bought a Piscifun serpent heavy fast rod. I love it. It’s very light and very strong
Hey guys! How do you guys feel about the Zodias 6'10 M for a jerkbait rod? Would you guys recommend it over the standard Curado? Thanks
Hey guys! Been following the channel for years. Will y’all put out a video on fishing for bass during the bluegill spawn? I hear about targeting them during the shad spawn and the bass spawn all the time but I’ve never seen content related to the bluegill spawn. Thanks!
Man I used to fish an ok amount when I was younger but man I have forgot everything and I’ve just been looking for fishing channels that help and y’all’s are great, so I was wondering if y’all have a beginner freshwater fishing guide or anything to that effect. Thx
What pound test and brand of braid do u guys normally use for spinning
How would you describe the difference between a “Regular” action like the Gamakatsu rod has, compared with say a “Moderate” action or a Crankbait rod? How do they differ/how are those actions similar?
Tactical bassin I need the best bang for the buck rod under 300 bucks that can do about anything? Is the Expride 7’2 Medium Heavy a good option?
I have it and it’s awesome. You won’t be disappointed. I can only carry 2 rods in my small boat 1 spinning and 1 casting. It’s my do everything rod. Worm, jigs, chatterbaits, spinner bait, frog, crank baits
Hey Matt and Tim l watched your tackle review on the bfs system so I purchased a dobyns Sierra series rod and curado reel on your recommendation got it from tackle warehouse and I absolutely love it thanks so much!
No disrespect intended guys but curious why Dobyns Champion XP line wasn't mentioned in the rod line section. While I realize not all companies can be represented this companies champion line has more than sixty models ranging from ultra light spinning to extra extra heavy swimbait rods. I know that in the past Matt especially was enthusiastic regarding Dobyns swimbait rods, now it seems like you guys rarely give the brand a mention. I'm not sponsored or affiliated with Dobyns rods, but they truly have a multiple rod lineups that goes from extreme budget to enthusiast expensive. They stand behind their products, have a proven track record, multiple lines and deserve some recognition. (IMO) C'mon guys, show 'em some love !
Great meeting you guys this morning!!! I can’t wait for more information about my blueback herring lakes! Thanks again for all you do and teach!!
Bang for the buck?? I like that idea!! You need to add this to the Black Friday buyers guide as well! Lol Great Job Fellas.
Any thoughts or input on Ark rods and the new Gravity series Reels from Ark?
What snaps do you change your chatter baits to when you are fishing heavy cover in Florida?
Long time subscriber first time commenter. Always look forward to the weekly content. I’m a better angler because of what you guys share. I’m a bank fisherman and love how you mentioned the versatility of the 844MBR for topwater, fitness jig, spinner bait. That’s what I need out of the rods I carry. I’m looking to upgrade my Dobyns DX743c to Gloomis, my question is GLX 844 MBR or NRX+ 844MBR? Any major difference between the two?
I think the GLX is where you’d want to land. I haven’t fished either model in either line, but that’s just my take.
Fabulous video thanks very much
This is perfect. I just had all 6 of my rods/reels stolen 😢 Now i have a guide to go by for replacement.
I appreciate you opening my eyes to the MBR. I love them. Gonna pick up another one soon.
We need an INDEPTH video on line. I visited a few tackle shops this past weekend and there was A LOT to consider. Seaguar fluoro alone seems to have 4-5 lines of different line that I have all heard mentioned. Please & thanks!
What do you guys think of the jdm bait grip joint compared to just 1 piece , or are they all bait grip joint ? . I like it , 2 piece that can leave it set in 1 piece , 7 H is miraculous.
Just bought my 1st Mojo Bass yesterday
Very suprised you guys have not talked BFS & The Chatterbait Micro! Sleeper setup with a 2.8 trailer and 10 lb braid.
Excellent Video Guys!!!!
I wanna know what you guys think of these new googan rods, I’ve seen them everywhere they seem to be nice rods but I wanna see what you guys think about them before I decide to buy a few new rods for new things, such as a soft plastic bait caster combo, which would be best for that? Reel ratio and rod action and length
Buyers guide from shore please
Curado 150 mgl & Expride B casting is my most recent set up. Got when tackle warehouse has sales so save a lot $. It's been absolutely amazing. It's worth saving for better rods & reels. I know those aren't top of the line by any means. But for price & functionality. I'm not sure I need anything more.
Banger! Straight 🔥
Awesome video my dudes! I'm in the middle of a rod and reel search and the past two videos have been absolutely perfect. Thank you!
Awesome video. What are your thoughts on the Curado 150 SLX DC, really the DC series? Too many bells and whistles? I have one then later went for the Lew's Andy Montgomery 6'10 and accompanying Pro SP. Is the Curado I have still a good reel for most situations?
Comparing megabass levante vs Expride B series. Which is better?? Expride are more exspensive but is there justification for higher price or go with the megabass??
nice of you to take the high road and only concentrate on the best so easy to fall into the trap of oh this one's junk etc. i always wondered the line wt. on a rod refers to what line to run but does it also refer to how much load it can take before breaking? say you caught a 12lb large mouth on a Dobyn ultra finesse 2-8 lb line wt rod.
Hey everyone, looking at getting my first Shimano baitcaster. I’m having a hard time picking between an MGL 150 and DC 150. Looking for something that can cast lighter baits really well as well as something for cranking.
this is the kinda awesome video for anyone mate :)
Yall should try the TFO rods. They have many good options .
I follow you guys daily and for the most part like your content. I do however have one comment; I never see you talking about the Carbon Lite 2.0 rods. Why not? Are they junk or is it because you are not fans of bass pro? I personally like them a lot for the price point. What say you?
What reel do you put on the Shimano expride 7'7" heavy for the best balance and line capacity needed to throw an A rig and Baca burritos?
I've been using the Bantam MGL A and LOVE it for those exact applications. It's an absolute work horse! bit.ly/2H44yjG
You guys read my mind with this specific content🙏🙌🏻👏🏼Just bought a victory-st croix and I just love it 🥰 I am definitely about to by some 7 inch swim baits for this rod, thanks again guys. I want a frogging rod that’s heavy for around $200? Any suggestions Tim or Matt?!
Not Tim or Matt, but the iRod Genesis III 754F Magic Stick is an amazing frog and heavy jig rod.
excellent series...excellent job !!
@tacticalbassin have you tried Ark's lineup of rods and reels yet I'd like to see what you think of their products
Making final decisions for a good chatterbait rod to buy pre tourney season. This video dropped right in time
Excellent breakdown, thanks guys!
The term "1/2 PUNCH" describes you 2 perfectly!!!!
ENTsportd makes a 7ft 2 piece ultralight rod that is perfect for BFS reels. It comes with a medium heavy and a medium rod tip. I have caught 10 pound channel cats on it with my Aldebaran bfs. And it only costs 29 dollars. It's just as good as my dobyns ofcourse not as sensitive but it gets the job done for the price
What would be a versatile rod to pair with a Shimano Metanium for mostly bank fishing small lakes and ponds mostly with occasional river fishing in upstate NY state?
what do y'all think about the megabass levante braillist? saw it in a tackle shop in my area and you guys have always raved about the orochi
Awesome tutorial as usual, guys! One question I have is, what do you think of the Milliken rods by 6th sense?
I would like to make a request. Could u do an apples to apples comparison of rod companies? Companies best vs best, medium budget vs medium budget, and so on.
🙌🙌🙌 You guys rock !
Please do a MBR episode
Question about the Megabass Braillist are they as breakable as some guys are saying ? It's a big investment. I need some real time experience with this rod and Megabass!
Well, I have several that I've absolutely beat to death for years... never had a single failure. I think those reports are pre-2018 rods... but I even have one of those and it's going strong!
One brand of rods I've never seen in any of their line ups is the Duckett sline ups of rods. May I ask why?
I use them and enjoy them. Why do yall not feature them? Just curious
One thing I understand is the Expride and the Dobyns champion xp line are similar in price, and the Expride is clearly better. Where the difference is for me, and most people on a budget, is warranty. When spending that kind of money the piece of mind that comes with Dobyns is a no Brainer. I do love my 6'10" M Expride though lol.
Also the dobyns rods are nearly constantly on some very aggressive sale. At their MSRP their value is questioning, but when you can get one for 20/30/40% off they are a pretty incredible value.
You're paying for the warranty for the Champion. The blank hasn't been updated for a decade, the XP refresh was just to change from Kigan to Fuji guides. They're were great when they first came out, but now clearly behind in terms sensitivity, weight, etc. Even under $200 rods are better with a good enough warranty.
I really enjoyed the content this week, thank you!! 🎣
I am looking at the 13 fishing omen black gen 3 in kayak (for kayak use) but also the st croix bass x or doyens fury all in MH F from 7’-7’3”. Leaning towards the omen unless someone can give an argument against it
Ya’ll should try an Odiehammer Full Send. Find one that is compatible to a NRX and compare. They have breakaway eyes and are around $300.
Everyone knows that you guys love the Expride 7'3"XH for frogs, but why do you choose the XH/F over a H/XF?
Matt got me into the MBR action in gloomis
I have recently bought IMX Pro’s and some expride I’m super excited!
just picked up a new Japanese bantam to throw on my 7'2 heavy expride
Was actually looking at the flat side special. Is it worth it to go up to the orochi? Going to use it for shallow cranks 98% of time
Hey fellas, what casting rod would you throw a Megabass Okashira Screwhead and 3” Spark Shad on ?
I was thinking the t wing system would be better for connection knots. Is there a baitcaster that you can recommend that’s best for connection knots?
Awesome breakdown guys. Really enjoyed and much appreciated!
I need a new chatterbait rod I currently have a dobyns 736cb glass and recently I’ve fallen in love with zodias. Is the 7’2” glass zodias lighter?
Do you have recommendations in travel rods? Going on an international peacock bass fishing and wondering if I can do something other than than take an 8foot rod tube.
I would really like to see you guys try out the kastking mg12, it’s made of magnesium, super super super light at 4.8 oz, and it’s tiny, it’s super light and Palmable.
I was fishing in a kayak for hours with this reel and the Daiwa zillion, and I found myself grabbing the kastking mg12 far more as it was lighter smaller, and less fatigue.
My new favorite reel is the shimano scorpion dc, but something about that super light mg12 reel is attractive.
$300 KastKing... 🤢