Shimano Bantam MGL Casting Reel Review

Is It Worth The Money? What sets this reel apart from the rest? Tim explores the technology in the all-new Shimano Bantam MGL and puts it to the test. 

This reel lands between the Metanium MGL and Chronarch MGL on price with a retail price of $349.99 At that price there better be some serious technology to back it up. Shimano did not disappoint! This is the first low-profile bait caster to incorporate a solid frame construction. Why should that matter to you? The sensitivity is absolutely unmatched. You literally feel more bites through the reel than you will with a traditional reel. It also has micro module gearing, infinite braking, X-Ship, Hagane, and a variety of other proprietary technologies. 

When will it be available? Some gear ratios are available now, the rest are available for pre-order and will be shipping in a few weeks. 

Bantam MGL Reel: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Tim paired it with... 
Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Sunline Sniper 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
Flash Pointer 115 Jerkbait: http://bit.ly/2aHz588

Is $349 out of your budget? No worries! Here are some of our other favorite reels at different price points from lowest to highest...

$89- Caenan 150 A: http://bit.ly/2geIvbD
$99- Casitas 150: http://bit.ly/2geKxsp
$179- Curado 200K: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
$279- Chronarch MGL: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB
$419- Metanium MGL: http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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Spinnerbaits, Crankbaits, and More... Early Spring Gear Review!

Here are some of our favorite gear picks for 2018! From unique hooks to new spinnerbait colors, these are products worth checking out! Spring is arguably the best bass fishing of the year and its one of the best times to try new tackle. 

As Winter comes to a close the fun begins! If you've been considering trying new products, now is the time to do it. Below are Matt's picks...

Strike King 4.0 Crankbait: http://bit.ly/2dzeCUk
(Try Summer Sexy Shad if you get a chance)

Owner STX 45 Treble Hook: http://bit.ly/2FNnZwR
(Size 4 and Size 2 are our most commonly used sizes)

Owner STX 38 Treble Hook: http://bit.ly/2oNIeCD
(Size 4 and Size 2 are our most commonly used sizes)

Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: http://bit.ly/2nyUJRS
Try 1/8 with a 1/0 hook for 2.8 keitech or 1/8 with a 3/0 for the 3.3's 

River2Sea Bling Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/2diSwqq
(Golden Shiner and Iced)

Frenzy Baits Wack-A-Sack: http://bit.ly/2oFduEq
(Try pairing with a flirt worm: http://bit.ly/2CMB33J)

We hope you guys enjoyed this gear review! If you did let us know and we'll keep producing this style of video in the future. 
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Top 5 Baits For Early Spring Bass Fishing

These are our Top 5 lures choices for Spring Bass Fishing. From the first signs of Spring all the way up to the spawn, these baits will produce. Whether you're fishing a pond or a giant reservoir, using these baits to locate active fish is a very effective way to catch bigger bass this Spring. 

One of the biggest mistakes we see anglers make is to fish too slowly during the Spring. This is the time when big bass are up and active more than any other time of year. Using these baits to effectively cover water quickly will put you in front of more big bass each day. Move quickly but fish effectively and you're going to find the success you're looking for!

The Baits in order of appearance... (with a 2nd brand option for each)

1)LV-500 Lipless Crankbait: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd
Jackall TN-70 Lipless Crankbait: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

2) Bladed 5 wire A-Rig- Flash Mob Jr: http://bit.ly/2bgDGNu
Non Bladed 7 wire A-Rig- HogFarmer Cali Crush: http://bit.ly/2EeeepW

A-rig components...
Split Rings (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX
CPS Springs (medium) for dummy baits: http://bit.ly/2b2YgDf
Matt Allen Swimbait Heads: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

3) S-Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh
Baitsanity Explorer Glide: http://bit.ly/2DcI1yM

4) River2Sea Bling Spinnerbait 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2diSwqq
Revenge Deep Runner 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2oSfWd6

5) Lucky Craft 1.5 Squarebill Crankbait: http://bit.ly/2vmq67T
River2Sea Biggie Squarebill: http://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

6) Jackall Rerange Jerkbait: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED
Lucky Craft Staysee 90: http://bit.ly/2dBzMmz
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All-Around Budget Combo for Spring fishing...
Rod- Dobyns Fury 7' Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Reel- Casitas 150: http://bit.ly/2geKxsp
Line- 50 lb Power Pro: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

All-Around Mid Range Combo for Spring fishing...
Rod- Shimano Curado 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2gUWTft
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line- 50 lb Sufix 832: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

All-Around High End Combo For Spring Fishing...
Rod- G Loomis Conquest 7' Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2iL1PAY
Reel- Metanium MGL 7:1 Ratio: http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Line- 65 lb MaxCuatro Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
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Gear Review: New Rods, Jerkbaits, Lipless Crankbaits, Soft Plastics

We just stocked up on a bunch of new equipment that you've got to check out! Rods, softbaits, and hardbaits... here are some of our favorites going into the Spring bass fishing season. We can't be the only guys that love to have brand new gear when the Spring bite rolls around!

We're tackle junkies through and through. Let our sickness save you a lot of headaches and wasted dollars but doing all the experimenting for you. We do the exploring, then share the best of the best with you guys!

Here are some of the new items that really stood out to us...

Dobyns Colt- 7' Medium Heavy Cranking: http://bit.ly/2lU0LfV
Shimano Caenan Reel: http://bit.ly/2geIvbD

Cashion Rods- 7'4" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2GLa1vJ
Shimano Chronarch MGL 7:1 Reel: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Raid Level Vibe BIG: http://bit.ly/2wHoFyu
Raid Level Vibe: http://bit.ly/2g2NHoK
Owner Hyperwire Split Ring Size 2: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Megabass Vision 110 Silent: http://bit.ly/2mqOuiA

Reaction Innovations Man Bear Pig: http://bit.ly/2s51oIV

If you want to try out some new gear this Spring these are all items that we highly recommend. We're trying new gear all the time, the next time something stands out from the crowd we'll bring it to your attention as well. 
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