Matt's New Boat! Full Tour + Tackle, Electronics, and Storage Tips!

Come take a look inside Matt's brand new boat! Let's look under the locker lids at how he stores his tackle and what he's really fishing with! We know people are curious about the new Skeeter so today Matt is giving a full tour of the boat, a breakdown of why he picked the Skeeter FXR21, and the mindset behind how he lays out a boat for proper boat handling and tackle organization.

We're so excited about this new boat! From the brand new Yamaha SHO outboard, to the Dakota Lithiums with giant capacities, this boat is built to handle everything we can throw at it! After decades of fishing out of every kind of used boat imaginable, this is the first new bass boat he's designed from the ground up. As Matt opens up his new boat and explains his layout, pay close attention to the tackle that he carries on board the bass boat and how he organizes it to create a stabile driving and fishing platform. From boat balance to bait management, there is a lot to consider when loading your boat!

Below you'll find links to everything Matt discussed in the video. From a break down of the Electronics, to the key tackle storage solutions, its all there. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BOAT...

•2022 Skeeter FXR21: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh

••This Link Goes To The Skeeter Boats Website••

•Yamama SHO 250 Outboard: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0

••This Links Goes To The Yamaha Outboards Website••

THE ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

TROLLING MOTOR AND ACCESSORIES...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Quest Mega DI/SI Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

•Humminbird Mega Live Target Lock With Tranducer: https://bit.ly/3uWwTmE

•Humminbird 360 Mega Imaging: https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

•Minn Kota Precision 5 Bank Charger: https://bit.ly/3ynIqMQ

•Minn Kota 10' Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ

•Megaware 8' Keel Guard: http://bit.ly/2N5p36m

BATTERIES...

•Dakota Lithium Trolling Motor Batteries: https://bit.ly/3PMIlLV

Preferred Trolling Motor Size: 12V 100AH

CUSTOM MOUNTS, WIRING, AND RIGGING...

•Hennessey Outdoor Electronics Website: https://bit.ly/3kX87kA

••This link goes directly to the Hennessey Website••

Hennessey Component List...

•HOE Harness (Bow and Single Console)

•HOE Triple Slide Mount

•HOE Solix/Apex Gimble Bracket HD

•HOE Solix/Apex Aluminum Knobs

•HOE Trolling Motor Punch Pad

•HOE JackPlate Transducer Mount

BASS BOAT HARD BAIT/HOOK STORAGE...

•Plano Edge 3700 Deep: https://bit.ly/3dbdbby

•Plano Edge 3700 Thin: https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL

•Plano Edge Line Box: https://bit.ly/3TXTdJq

•Buzbe Fast Flatz Half Large (Spinnerbaits): https://bit.ly/3Tu2yac

SOFT BAIT STORAGE...

•Buzbe Quick Qubes (Soft Baits): https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Sizes: Medium, Medium Deep, Large, Large Deep

•Buzbe Quick Qube Breeze: https://bit.ly/43ILiTG

Sizes: Medium Deep, Large Deep

•SPRO Mesh Camo Bag: https://bit.ly/3gZvpDN

Size: Large

ROD SLEEVES...

•The Rod Glove XL (A–Rigs): http://bit.ly/2GFOT9R

•The Rod Glove Dips: https://bit.ly/3yPQfLI

TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES...

•Rapala Mag Spring Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu

•Rapala Elite Scissors: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O

•Rapala Precision Line Scissors: https://bit.ly/3ZWEe36

•TT Executive Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0

•Flow Rite Remote Drain Plug: https://bit.ly/32JEuoA

•Loc-R-Bar Alarm System: https://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

•Peregrine 250 Screen Cleaner: https://bit.ly/2wJgRP1

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

Spring Gear Review! New GLX, Metanium DC 70, Physyx, BFS, and Baits!

This gear review is loaded with incredible rods, reels, and tackle! With the Bassmaster Classic behind us, it's time to explore all the awesome new gear that has come to market! From high end rods and reels, to new baits, colors, and storage, this gear review is packed with awesome gear for bass fishing!

There were so many awesome products launched around the Classic that we've had to break it into more than one review. For rods and reels, the stand outs were Cashion's new BFS rod, St. Croix's Physyx rods, G Loomis' new GLX rods, and Shimano's Metanium DC 70. Add a variety of baits and terminal to that mix and we're loaded down with awesome new options as we head through Spring!

Below you'll find links to the exact rods, reels, and gear, discussed in the video. We've included favorite colors, sizes, etc... where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

CASHION BFS ROD...

•Cashion Icon Series 6'8" Ultralight: https://bit.ly/4aurFAO

ST. CROIX PHYSYX…

•St. Croix Physyx Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/3TQcYT7

Favorite Models: 7'3" Med Light XFast, 6'8" Medium XFast

•St. Croix Physyx Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3xeqpn2

Favorite Models: 7'2" Heavy Mod, 7'4" Heavy, 7'6" MHMF

G LOOMIS GLX...

•GLX Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/49kagJX

Favorite Models: 892 (7'5" Medium), 891 (7'5" Medium Light)

•GLX MBR Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

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

•GLX Bladed Jig Rod: https://bit.ly/3TPrt9W

Favorite Model: 7'3" Medium Fast

SHIMANO REEL...

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

Favorite Speed: HG (7:1)

STORAGE...

•Buzbe Quik Qube Breeze: https://bit.ly/43ILiTG

Preferred Sizes: Medium Deep, Large Deep

•Original Buzbe Quick Qubes: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Preferred Sizes: Large Deep, Large, Medium Deep

FISHING LINE...

•Sunline Almight Sinking Braid: https://bit.ly/3xb44ql

Favorite Color: Pink

SPINNERBAIT...

•Dirty Jigs Compact Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3OyxKDD

Favorite Colors: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream

HOVER HEADS...

•MissileBaits HoverMissile: https://bit.ly/3TtygVi

Favorite Sizes: 1/8, 3/16 oz

ARMOR SHAD...

•Damiki 7" Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/2VQ7g6o

Colors: American Shad, Pro Blue

MEGABASS COLORS…

•Megabass Vision 110: https://bit.ly/3tw8Cpz

Color: GP Chart Back

•Megabass Pop Max: https://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Color: Aurora Reaction

•Megabass Pop X: https://bit.ly/3i9T3sg

Color: Aurora Reaction

HOG FARMER COLORS...

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

Colors: Chartreuse Shad, TW Sunfish Magic

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

SPRING BUYER'S GUIDE: BEST "BANG FOR THE BUCK" RODS AND REELS AT ANY PRICE!!

All brands, All prices, These are the best "Bang For the Buck" rods and reels for bass fishing! No matter your budget, these rods will give you more sensitivity and fishability for the money than any others we could find. We went across the entire bass fishing industry in search of whole rod lines that stood out, single rods actions that stood out, and reels that could take abuse and keep on fishing. Here's what we found!

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 (Budget to Higher Priced)...

•Daiwa Tatula Casting: https://bit.ly/2Q4NgKA

•Shimano Zodias Casting: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

•Shimano Expride B Casting: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

•St. Croix Legend Tournament Casting: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

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

•G Loomis IMX Pro Casting: https://bit.ly/2QurcHi

BANG FOR THE BUCK CASTING REELS...

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

•Shimano SLX 70 Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5

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

BANG FOR THE BUCK SPINNING REELS...

•Shimano Vanford Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

•Shimano Sustain FJ Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3BQLlNP

SPECIFIC MODELS THAT STAND OUT...

•Megabass Destroyer P5 7' Extra Heavy : https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: "Tequila Baccarac"

•Megabass Destroyer P5 7'2" Heavy X Fast: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: "X–Bites"

•Shimano Expride B Casting: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

•Megabass Levante 7' Medium Moderate: https://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

Model: Flat Side Special

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

Models: 7'4" Heavy Fast, 7'2" Medium Heavy Moderate

•Shimano Zodias Casting: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Models: 6'10" Medium Heavy, 7'5" Medium Heavy

•Megabass Orochi XX 7'5" Med Hvy Fast : https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Model: Braillist

•G Loomis IMX Pro 906C CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

BANG FOR THE BUCK SPINNING TACKLE...

COMBO #1...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament: https://bit.ly/4bSdcjF

Model: 7'3" Medium Light

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

Size: 2500-XH

COMBO #2...

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

Model: 7'6" Medium

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

Size: 3000

COMBO #3...

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

Model: 6'8" Medium

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

Size: 2500

SWIMBAIT GEAR...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'9" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel– Shimano Tranx 300 A (HG): https://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Rod– St. Croix Victory 7'10" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 300 HS: https://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: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Electronics Tips For Bass Boats (Mapping With Lakemaster VX Premium )

You need to learn how to read a lake map! Understanding mapping is a critical part of fishing and boating safely. Whether you're sitting on the couch looking for your next spot to fish, or on the boat navigating a new waterway, an understanding of mapping makes you more effective. Today we're covering the changes to LakeMaster with the latest LakeMaster VX Premium Card to help you dial in your mapping and electronics.

Whether you're a novice or an expert, there is always more to know. Today we're covering everything from the basics of what underwater structures look like, to how to setting shading, offsets, depth highlights, and more!

Below you'll find links to the electronics and mapping software we use on our own boats and equipment. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

LAKEMASTER MAPPING CARDS...

•LakeMaster VX Premium Digital Charts: https://bit.ly/3z2RFmK

•Lakemaster VX Digital Charts: https://bit.ly/3VOJ68y

OTHER MAP OPTIONS...

•Garmin Navionics Vision+: https://bit.ly/3PzMRxI

•Navionics Platinum+: https://bit.ly/3LPfCn0

•C Map Reveal US Maps: https://bit.ly/3Hy0mcl

OUR BOAT ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

•Humminbird Solix 15 Chirp G3: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

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