Bass Fishing Gear Review! The Hottest New Rods, Reels, And Baits!

Some awesome new gear has come to market! Let's check it out! After experimenting with all the new baits and gear to hit the market this Spring, these are our top picks! From rods and reels, to new baits and gear, these items will make a difference in your fishing this Spring and Summer!

Gear reviews are some of our favorite videos to make! Our inner tackle junkies come pouring out as we search for the best baits and equipment from all around the fishing industry. In today's video we begin with an affordable spinning reel, a custom bait caster, and a high end rod. From there we explore everything from apparel, to baits!

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear shown in the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared, and included our favorite models, colors and sizes where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

REELS AND RODS...

•Shimano Ultegra FD Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/2nfApml

Favorite Size: 2500 – 3000

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

Speed: 7.3:1

•Great Lakes Finesse CX Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/4m8BJGs

Favorite Model: 7'8" Medium Heavy X Fast

APPAREL...

•Aftco All Day Pants: https://bit.ly/3H85zuC

Color: Elmwood

FISHING LINE...

•Sunline Almight 600 Yard Spool: https://bit.ly/3xb44ql

Favorite Sizes: 16 – 18 lb

TOPWATER...

•Jackall Riser Bait 012: https://bit.ly/4jJ9I6L

Favorite Colors: Chrome, Mirror Wakasagi

•Jackall Riser Bait 007: https://bit.ly/2uxwC9Q

Favorite Color: Chrome, Mirror Wakasagi

MINNOW...

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

Colors: RP Blue Pearl, American Shad

HAIR JIG...

•Great Lakes Finesse Maribou Jig: https://bit.ly/4iPXoA2

Favorite Size And Color: 3/32 oz, Black

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

Matt's New Boat! Custom Skeeter FXR 21 Bass Boat Full Tour!

Come take a look inside Matt's brand new boat! Come along as we walk into Hennessey Outdoor Electronics and pick up Matt's brand new Skeeter FXR 21 from rigging! Take the tour with us, but know its so much more than that, as Matt explains his mindset behind how he lays out a boat for fishing, navigation, and safety.

We're so excited about this new boat! From the brand new Yamaha SHO 250 Outboard, to the Dakota Lithium batteries with giant capacities, this boat is built to handle everything we can throw at it! After decades of fishing out of every kind of boat imaginable, Matt designed this layout from the ground up to make this FXR an efficient fishing platform!

Below you'll find links to everything Matt discussed in the video. From a break down of the Electronics, to the boat and motor themselves, it's all there. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse, Skeeter, And Yamaha respectively, where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BOAT...

•2025 Skeeter FXR 21 Pro: 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 Batteries: https://bit.ly/3YCJUAI

••This Link Goes To The Dakota Lithium Batteries Website••

Preferred Trolling Motor Size: 12V (135AH)

Preferred Electronics Size: 12V (320AH)

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

•HOE Minn Kota Raptor Work Light

•HOE Minn Kota Raptor Anchor Light

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

Spring Gear Review! The Hottest Baits And Gear For 2025 Bass Fishing!

This gear review is packed with incredible baits and tackle! With the Bassmaster Classic behind us, it's time to explore all the awesome new gear that's come to market! From a high end reel, to new chatterbaits, to soft baits and terminal tackle, this gear review is packed with awesome gear for bass fishing!

There were so many products launched around the Classic, it will make your head spin! How do you even know where to start? We're here to help! We've put in the time to find the very best baits and gear that stand out from the crowd. With Spring upon us, this is a great time to build confidence in a new technique!

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

THE REEL...

•Shimano Antares 100 B: https://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx

Favorite Speed: 7.4:1

THE GLIDE BAIT...

•Shimano Gravitator 220 SS Glidebait: https://bit.ly/43HbYpQ

Colors: Sexy Shad, Ghost Shad, G Shad

THE CHATTERBAITS AND TRAILERS...

•ZMan Baby Jack Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/4jvWTMx

Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Bhite Delight, Black Blue

•Zman Elite Evo Mini Max Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3EahpTT

Colors: Electric Shad, TW Green Pumpkin Watermelon

•Yamamoto Slim Zako: https://bit.ly/4ia3efg

Colors: Green Pumpkin Shimmer, Zako

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow, Green Shad

THE SPINNERBAIT...

•Nichols Dirty Flake Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/427QocQ

Colors: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Spot Killer

THE BR FISH...

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

Colors: Seguro Katakuchi, Pepper Prism, Smokey Magic

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

Sizes: 1/10 oz, 3/16 oz

NOMAD SOFT BAIT...

•Nomad Live Ops Fall Out: https://bit.ly/44n7mW7

Colors: Tennessee Shad, Pink Shiner, Ice

TERMINAL TACKLE...

•Dirty Jigs 5/0 Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/4 – 1/2 oz

•Gamakatsu Big Bait Special Treble Hook: https://bit.ly/42ot615

Favorite Sizes: 1, 1/0, 2/0

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

Packing For A Fishing Trip + Travel Tips! (Travel Rods, Baits, And Gear Storage)

Whether you're going down the road to climb on a friend's boat, or headed around the globe to an exotic destination, packing tackle is a pain! We've developed a system now that makes it much easier to grab our tackle and go, no matter the destination. If you've ever wondered what we pack when we head out on the road, today we're opening up and letting you see it all!

The specific tackle can vary by location, but the staples remain the same. We have a basic set of terminal (hooks, weights, jigheads) that always travel with us, and some specific hard baits and soft baits that go on every trip. With that in mind, we've developed a packing list of our favorite travel gear.

In addition to baits and terminal we rely on travel rods to catch fish wherever we go. We have chosen each of these rods for a specific purpose and would recommend them without hesitation. The key to traveling is using the strongest rods you can afford (strength beats sensitivity during travel) because if you break a rod deep in the mountains or across an ocean there probably isn't going to be a replacement.

Below you'll find links to the exact rod and reel combos, as well as all the baits Matt discussed in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

CASTING COMBO #1...

Rod– Dobyns Kaden Travel 741C: https://bit.ly/4aTLcvN

Model: 7'1" Heavy

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

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

CASTING COMBO #2...

Rod– Megabass Triza Stym Palides: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Model: 7' Heavy

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Line– Sufix 832 Braid (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

CASTING COMBO #3...

Rod– Megabass Triza Sparna: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Model: 6'6" Light

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

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (7 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

CASTING COMBO #4...

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

Model: 6'8" Medium

Reel– Daiwa Tatula SV TW 70: https://bit.ly/3ZcBbCZ

Line– Daiwa Hidden FC (12 lb): https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

SPINING COMBO #1...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium heavy: https://bit.ly/414SSrX

Reel– Shimano Stradic FM 2500: https://bit.ly/4hkHxdn

Line– Seaguar PEX8 Braid (22 lb): https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

STORAGE CONTAINERS...

•Buzbe Quik Qube (Large): https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

•Meiho 2010NDDM: https://bit.ly/40I9SCM

LEADER LINE...

•Seaguar Gold Label Flurocarbon leader: https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

Sizes: 8, 10, 15 lb

•Sunline Saltimate FC Leader: https://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Size: 20 lb

TERMINAL TACKLE...

•Hog Farmer TacticalBassin Micro Rig (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3RY1wUK

•Owner All Purpose Bait Hooks: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW

Sizes: 2/0, 3/0, 4/0

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

Sizes: 1/8 – 1/4 oz

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Mini Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Sizes: 1/8 – 1/4 oz

•Dirty Jigs Tactical Underspin: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Sizes: 3/8 – 1/2 oz

HARD BAITS...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: GLX Frozen Pink, KS Kasumi Ito

•Jackall TN Lipless: https://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: SG Threadfin, RT Scale Minnow

•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: True Shad, Clear Water Minnow

•Bill Lewis ATV 1.5: https://bit.ly/41o3ctj

Colors: Rootbeer Craw, Green Gizzard

•Rapala Rocco: https://bit.ly/3PHvNCI

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Rootbeer Crawdad

•Megabass Super Z3: https://bit.ly/3HDg7wc

Colors: Phantom Green Craw, Phantom Smoke Craw

SOFT BAITS...

•Duo Realis Wriggle Crawler 5.8: https://bit.ly/3TFXocE

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue

•Deps Cover Scat: https://bit.ly/3dj8LVl

Color: Green Pumpkin

•Nories Flip Dom Worm: https://bit.ly/45aSojs

Color: Castaic Choice

•Raid 2 Way (2"): https://bit.ly/4aSRQTc

Color: Green Pumpkin Pepper

•OSP Dice Rubber: https://bit.ly/4e0DII9

Color: Fall Webworm, Green Pumpkin Pepper

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

Color: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow

•Xzone Whiplash Shad: https://bit.ly/3IpMKQo

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

•Jackall Rhythm Wag: https://bit.ly/3NT6OvF

Color: Prism Shad

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue, Grass Craw

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Color: Grass Craw, Green Pumpkin Black

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Minnow: https://bit.ly/3yAOQfo

Color: Moon Dust

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