2025 BUYER'S GUIDE: The Best Swimbaits For Bass Fishing! (Glide Baits, Soft Baits, Hard Baits)

Don't be intimidated by swimbaits! Swimbait fishing is easy! Today we're diving into the world of swimbaits. We're showing you the best glide baits, soft baits, and hard baits for bass fishing. Forget the hype, forget the high dollar price tags, we're showing you affordable baits that outperform nearly all of the pricey options on the market!

Whether you like line thru baits, glides, wakes, or bluegill imitators, there is a bait here for you! We're also covering the best swimbait rods and swimbait reels! In our travels around the country we've had the unique opportunity to dial in which baits are most effective across a variety of conditions. We've let the niche baits fall away and focused all our attention on the core baits that will catch fish for you regardless of where you live.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment discussed int he video. We've included our favorite colors for each, as well as any specific components you need to fish them properly. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FULL SWIMBAIT SEMINAR: https://youtu.be/mAuslfbxtBk

TOPWATER...

•River2Sea Tactical Wake 210: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: Chrome Gill, Copper Carp

COVER GLIDE BAITS...

•Clutch Eco Glide: https://bit.ly/4bsZX9q

Colors: Gizzard, Threadfin

•Savage Gear 6.5" Glide Swimmer: https://bit.ly/4eGJ5No

Colors: Ghost Trout, Ghost Bone, Dirty Silver Flash

SHAD GLIDES...

•Spro Chad Shad: https://bit.ly/3AqivoQ

Color: Threadfin Shad, Gizzard Shad

•Bucca Brand 6" Trick Shad: https://bit.ly/4hFD5Go

Color: Gizzard Magic, Threadfintastic, Matte Shad

OPEN WATER GLIDES...

•Baitsanity Explorer Trout: https://bit.ly/33bQyxY

Colors: TW Steelhead, Kokanee, Hatchery Trout

•Baitsanity 11.5" Chimera Shad: https://bit.ly/3U1em4P

Colors: Ghost Gizzard Shad, Gizzard Shad

•Savage Gear Scandal 250: https://bit.ly/48q7MNJ

Colors: Rainbow Trout, Hitch, Ghost Bone

BLUEGILL HARD BAITS...

•Jackall Gantarel: https://bit.ly/2adZI3R

Colors: RT Bluegill, RT Ghost Gill

•Baitsanity Explorer Gill: https://bit.ly/3F65FxK

Colors: Female Bluegill, Bluegill

BOOT TAIL SOFT BAITS...

•Megabass Magdraft Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Preferred Sizes: 6" and 8"

Colors: White Back Shad, Nude Rainbow, Albino Pearl Shad

Bacca Burrito Swimbaits (Fast Sink): https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Sizes: 5" and 6"

Colors: Tactical Shad, Tactical Gizzard Shad, Tactical Chart Shad

•Zman Swag LT: https://bit.ly/3Kpz6l3

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Sight Flash

WEEDLESS SWIMBAIT...

•Megabass Magdraft Freestyle: https://bit.ly/3bRG3Wi

Colors: White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad

Jighead– ZMan Diezel Eye: https://bit.ly/4db6LI2

Size: 6/0 Hook

Hook– Owner 8/0 Beast: https://bit.ly/2ancP66

Size: 1/2 oz or 3/4 oz

BLUEGILL SOFT BAITS...

•Megabass Sleeper Gill: https://bit.ly/3HPvgMT

Colors: Gill, Gillkko

•Savage Gear RTF Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH

Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Bluegill

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

Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Bluegill

SOFT WEDGE TAILS...

•Huddleston 8" Trout (ROF 12): https://bit.ly/2UVHiuQ

Colors: Rainbow Trout

•ZMan 6" ShadTron LT: https://bit.ly/46oXNoG

Colors: Blueback Herring, Threadfin Shad

SOFT GLIDE BAITS...

•Savage Gear Soft Shine Glide: https://bit.ly/3WE2eIP

Colors: Gizzard Shad

•Raid Osakana Slide: https://bit.ly/417QgrV

Colors: TW Shad, Hustler

•Grow Design Flag 170: https://bit.ly/46LrrVS

Colors: Albino Purple

SWIMBAIT RODS...

•Dobyns Fury Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

Model: 806 Heavy

•St. Croix Victory: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

Model: 7'10" Heavy (SB Ranger)

•Shimano Outlier: https://bit.ly/3EuHPiT

Models: 7'9" MH, 7'11" H

•Megabass Valkyrie World Expedition: https://bit.ly/3J1gchq

Model: 7'11" XH

SWIMBAIT REELS...

•Shimano Tranx 300 B (HG): https://bit.ly/40QzQ7b

•Shimano Conquest MD: https://bit.ly/3ZBEK5p

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Best Spinnerbaits/A Rigs– https://youtu.be/ipLAgQwf_t0

•Best Entry Level Combos– https://youtu.be/4O2ewrZzuJw

•Best Budget Baller Combos– https://youtu.be/sTtrvJ6xPYE

•Best "Affordable" Combos– https://youtu.be/HU5KG3rENDA

•High End Combos– https://youtu.be/7tj_awFmJLM

•Best "Enthusiast" Rods And Reels– https://youtu.be/J7ikDrkx6fU

•Spinning Reels– https://youtu.be/vie_pr69cdI

•Casting Reels– https://youtu.be/QLsdeEaVLJg

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

2025 BUYER'S GUIDE: The Best Casting Reels For Fishing! (Budget To Enthusiast)

These are the best Baitcasting Reels on the market! Whether you're looking for an affordable casting reel, or you need a high end reel to pair up for the perfect combo, we've got you covered! From incredibly light to incredibly strong, from precision to durability, these are the best options we've found. There are a ton of great bait casters from a variety of brands, let's go check them out!

Yesterday's spinning reel video only had a few brands. When it comes to casting reels, the flood gates open! There are a ton of great reels from all around the industry. Price, weight, and durability,, combine to create the best baitcasting reels at every price point. Whether you're just getting started, or you're a seasoned angler, this information will help you find the best reel in your budget.

Below you'll find links to all the reels in today's video. We've also included our favorite retrieve speed for each reel. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

KEY DAIWA CASTING REELS...

•Daiwa Aird 80: https://bit.ly/46up5Mx

Favorite Speed: 7.5:1

•Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Speed: 7.3:1

•Daiwa Tatula 200: https://bit.ly/4ig0woA

Speed: 7.3:1

•Daiwa Tatula SV TW 150: https://bit.ly/3yiO3zJ

Speed: 7.3:1

•Daiwa Kage SV: https://bit.ly/3JEBep4

Speed: 7.1:1

•Daiwa Mangetsu: https://bit.ly/3YwWAZK

Speed: 7.3:1

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

Speed: 7.1:1

KEY ABU GARCIA REELS...

•Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/4pGZ4Az

Speed: 7.5:1

•Abu Garcia Revo SX LP: https://bit.ly/40nsz0i

Speed: 7.3:1

•Abu Garcia Zata Tact Z: https://bit.ly/3B8E7Ks

Speed: 7.1:1

•Abu Garcia Zenon X: https://bit.ly/4klsOju

Speed: 8.3:1

•Abu Garcia Beast 200: https://bit.ly/49BAQlE

Speed: 7.3:1

SEVIIN REELS...

•Seviin GF: https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Speed: 7.3:1

•Seviin GX: https://bit.ly/4octPMZ

Speed: 8.1:1

FULL FRAME SHIMANO REELS...

•Shimano SLX A 150: https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Speed: 7.2:1

•Shimano SLX XT: https://bit.ly/3YgnWE8

Speed: 7.2:1

•Shimano Curado 150 M: https://bit.ly/4odTDs7

Speed: 7.4:1

•Shimano Curado 200 M: https://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Speed: 7.4:1

•Shimano Bantam MGL A: https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Speed: 7.1:1

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

Speed: 7.1:1

FINESSE FRAME SHIMANO REELS...

•Shimano SLX 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Speed: 7.2:1

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

Speed: 7.4:1

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

Speed: 7.4:1

•Shimano Metanium DC A 70: https://bit.ly/49al91d

Speed: 7.1:1

AMERICAN STYLE BFS REELS...

•Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

Speed: 7.3:1

•Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Speed: 8.2:1

•Abu Garcia Zenon MG–LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

Speed: 8.3:1

JDM BFS REELS...

•Ark Gravity BFS: https://bit.ly/3UtgXnY

Speed: 8.1:1

•Daiwa Tatula BF 70 BF: https://bit.ly/4b7UbYM

Speed: 8.1:1

•Daiwa PX BF 70: https://bit.ly/3y0fWw0

Speed: 8.6:1

•Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

Speed: 7.8:1

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Best Jigs– https://youtu.be/KVy_HzsNdv4

•Best Spinnerbaits/A Rigs– https://youtu.be/ipLAgQwf_t0

•Best Entry Level Combos– https://youtu.be/4O2ewrZzuJw

•Best Budget Baller Combos– https://youtu.be/sTtrvJ6xPYE

•Best "Affordable" Combos– https://youtu.be/HU5KG3rENDA

•High End Combos– https://youtu.be/7tj_awFmJLM

•Best "Enthusiast" Rods And Reels– https://youtu.be/J7ikDrkx6fU

•Jig And Minnow– https://youtu.be/oUbtQNb6ok4

•Spinning Reels– https://youtu.be/vie_pr69cdI

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

2025 BUYER'S GUIDE: The Best Spinning Reels For Fishing! (Budget To Enthusiast)

This changes everything you think you know about spinning reels! Whether you're looking for an affordable spinning reel, or something high end that will last a lifetime, these are the best options we've found! We're comparing features and durability, across brands, but we're also teaching you how to predict the benefits of a reel without using it. You don't want to miss this information!

Spinning reels are inherently difficult to build. Shimano and Daiwa rule this category, but there are a handful of other reels that are holding their own as well. Today we're looking at what makes each of these reels stand out, as well as what you need to know to make an educated decision about purchasing a reel.

Below you'll find links to the exact reels in today's video. We've included our favorite sizes for each model. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of the items.

ABU GARCIA SPINNING REELS...

•Abu Garcia Zenon X: https://bit.ly/4oYH7fY

Favorite Size: 2500

•Abu Garcia Zenon LTX: https://bit.ly/4oYH7fY

Favorite Size: 2500

SHIMANO STAND ALONE SPINNING REELS...

•Shimano Nexave FI: https://bit.ly/3nhj4f1

Favorite Size: 2500

•Shimano Sedona FJ: https://bit.ly/3L30djp

Favorite Size: 2500

SHIMANO CORE SOLID SPINNING REELS...

•Shimano NASCI: https://bit.ly/2g278cC

Size: 2500

•Shimano Ultegra: https://bit.ly/2nfApml

Size: 2500HG

•Shimano Stradic FM: https://bit.ly/4hkHxdn

Size: 3000

•Shimano Twin Power FE: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

Size: 3000

•Shimano Stella FK: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Size: 2500 – 3000

SHIMANO MGL SPINNING REELS...

•Shimano Miravel: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Size: 2500

•Shimano Vanford FA: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Size: 2500 – 3000

•Shimano Sustain: https://bit.ly/47SJ3R6

Size: 2500

•Shimano Exsence: https://bit.ly/4oBLYnM

Size: 2500 – 3000

DAIWA SPINNING REELS...

•Daiwa Revros LT: https://bit.ly/3rpoPw9

Size: 2000

•Daiwa Regal LT: https://bit.ly/3Uh7GPH

Size: 2000

•Daiwa Fuego LT: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Size: 2000

•Daiwa Eliminator: https://bit.ly/3Xd4iHf

Size: 2500

•Daiwa Tatula MQ LT: https://bit.ly/3IWhxbv

Size: 2500

•Daiwa Ballistic MQ LT: https://bit.ly/4oesPrk

Favorite Size: 2500

•Daiwa Tatula Elite: https://bit.ly/4f74P56

Favorite Size: 3000 – 4000

•Daiwa Luvias ST: https://bit.ly/459jXLv

Favorite Size: 2000 – 2500

•Daiwa Certate LT: https://bit.ly/35Kclij

Size: 3000D–XH

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

Size: 2500–XH

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Best Jigs– https://youtu.be/KVy_HzsNdv4

•Best Spinnerbaits/A Rigs– https://youtu.be/ipLAgQwf_t0

•Best Entry Level Combos– https://youtu.be/4O2ewrZzuJw

•Best Budget Baller Combos– https://youtu.be/sTtrvJ6xPYE

•Best "Affordable" Combos– https://youtu.be/HU5KG3rENDA

•High End Combos– https://youtu.be/7tj_awFmJLM

•Best "Enthusiast" Rods And Reels– https://youtu.be/J7ikDrkx6fU

•Jig And Minnow– https://youtu.be/oUbtQNb6ok4

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

2025 BUYER'S GUIDE: The Best Jig And Minnow Strolling Baits, Gear, And Tackle!

Fishing minnow baits on a jighead continues to sweep bass fishing! This technique isn't new, but it's continuing to build momentum amongst bass anglers! There are a ton of new baits coming to market so today we're cutting through the chatter and keying in on the most consistent baits for mid strolling and bottom strolling with a jig and mini.

This technique pairs perfectly with modern electronics but let's be clear, you DO NOT NEED ELECTRONICS to fish these presentations effectively! Anyone can catch big fish on the jig and minnow. After today, you'll understand how to apply this technique to your fishing. Every brand in the fishing industry is hustling to add a bait to this category, but there are key baits that stand out from the crowd and consistently catch fish in a variety of conditions.

Below you'll find links to all the gear the guys discussed in the video. We've 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.

FULL SIZE MINNOWS...

•Deps 5" Sakamata Shad: https://bit.ly/3QMt9yd

Colors: Purple Shad, Silver Shad

•Hog Farmer 5" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Blue Gizzard, Electric Shad

•Rapala Crush City Freeloader: https://bit.ly/3QWwj4b

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Shad, Tennessee Shad

UNIQUE MINNOW BAITS...

•ZMan Graph Shadz: https://bit.ly/3Spu6xP

Colors: Electric Shad, Bad Shad, Tennessee Shad

Size: 1/4 - 3/8 oz

•Damiki FAT Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/435tuCj

Colors: American Shad, Gizzard Shad, RP Blue Pearl

•Duo Realis BR Fish: https://bit.ly/3Twy751

Colors: Lively Rikyu, Seguro Katakuchi

•Duo Realis BR Head: https://bit.ly/3MV2y0C

Size: 1/10 – 3/16 oz

FINESSE MINNOWS...

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

Colors: Natural Shad, Sexy Shad

•Hog Farmer 4” Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Electric Shad, Blizzard Gizzard

•Great Lakes Finesse Hover Minnow: https://bit.ly/3YkWsgL

Colors: Iridescent, Gizzard Shad, Crush Shad

GUPPY HEADS...

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

•Dirty Jigs HD Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/3WCfvSn

•Dirty Jigs Tungsten Head: https://bit.ly/4nfOJtT

Favorite Size: 3/16 – 3/8 oz

STROLLING HEADS...

•Owner Range Roller: https://bit.ly/42cqaUR

Size: 3/64 – 3/16 oz

•Gamakatsu Horizon LG: https://bit.ly/3QklyHO

Size: 3/16 – 1/5 oz

•MissileBaits Eye Roller: https://bit.ly/3JiR3BP

Size: 3/16 – 3/8 oz

FULL SIZE MINNOW COMBO...

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

Model: 6'10" Medium Heavy Extra Fast

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500 HG: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Line– Seaguar PEX8 (18 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

FINESSE MINNOW COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena 6'10" Med+ Extra Fast: https://bit.ly/4c0fQmq

Reel– Shimano Sustain 2500: https://bit.ly/47SJ3R6

Line– Sunline Almight Braid (16 lb): https://bit.ly/4flJrsg

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (8 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Best Jigs– https://youtu.be/KVy_HzsNdv4

•Best Spinnerbaits/A Rigs– https://youtu.be/ipLAgQwf_t0

•Best Entry Level Combos– https://youtu.be/4O2ewrZzuJw

•Best Budget Baller Combos– https://youtu.be/sTtrvJ6xPYE

•Best "Affordable" Combos– https://youtu.be/HU5KG3rENDA

•High End Combos– https://youtu.be/7tj_awFmJLM

•Best "Enthusiast" Rods And Reels– https://youtu.be/J7ikDrkx6fU

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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