Tactical Bassin’s Latest Lure Design! The Tactical MINI Flex Rig! (How To Fish and Rig)

We’ve done it again! With the increased pressure around the country the past few years the need has developed for a smaller, streamlined, more flexible Alabama Rig to help anglers catch fish in tough conditions. The Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex Rig allows you to throw much smaller swimbaits on a perfectly balanced rig with great movement, without giving up ANY durability!

We set out to design an A-rig that could comfortably fish 3” - 4” swimbaits while still being able to throw smaller 2" baits. By downsizing our wire lengths, blade sizes, and terminal components we created a rig that could fish any swimbait from a 2.8” Keitech up to a 4 1/2” swimbait with ease. Hog Farmer was able to bring all their build quality to this project to create the perfect downsized package without giving up the strength of the full size Tactical Flex Rig. 

Below you’ll find links to the rigs, as well as the components we use to rig them. We’ve even included our favorite colors for all the swimbaits to help give you a starting place for your own fishing. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


THE TACTICAL MINI FLEX RIG…

•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/3uwY6Md

•Hog Farmer Tactical MINI Flex (Non-Bladed): https://bit.ly/3isTio0


THE TACTICAL FLEX RIG…

•Hog Farmer Tactical Flex (Bladed): https://bit.ly/38xd1es

•Hog Farmer Tactical Flex (Non-Bladed): https://bit.ly/3vhpSez


SWIMBAIT HEADS… (Largest To Smallest)

•Matt Allen Swimbait Head: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Recommended Size: 1/8 - 3/8 oz


•Tactical Finesse Swimbait Head: http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Recommended Size: 1/8 - 3/8 oz


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

Recommend Size: 1/8 - 3/16 oz


REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS AND TOOLS…

•Owner Hyperwire Split Rings: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 4


•Owner CPS Spring: http://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

Size: Medium


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


SWIMBAITS…

•Keitech Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Sizes For Mini: 2.8 - 3.8

Sizes For Flex: 4.3 - 4.8

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl


•XZone Swammer: http://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Size: 3.5 - 4”

Color: Electric Shad, Bream, Sexy Shad


•Storm Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Size: 3”

Color: Albino Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sexy Shad


DUMMY BAITS…

•Damiki Armor Shad: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Size: 3”

Colors: American Shad, Pure Gill


•Keitech Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Size: 2.8”

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


•Netbait Little Spanky: http://bit.ly/2d0dpU8

Colors: Albino, Smokin Shad


FAVORITE MINI FLEX COMBO…

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7’5” Medium heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


FAVORITE ALL AROUND A–RIG COMBO…

Rod– Shimano Expride 7’7” Heavy: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Curado 200K (HG): http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 20 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


BUDGET A–RIG COMBO…

Rod– Shimano SLX 7’5” Heavy: https://bit.ly/3oTctYa

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Sunline Super FC 20 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


RELATED A-RIG VIDEOS…

•5 Bass For 40 Lbs On A-Rigs: https://youtu.be/6sBGUqYFvFA

•A-Rig Tricks For Winter Bass: https://youtu.be/4NkAu2Cbkv0


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

BUYER'S GUIDE: Chatterbaits, Spinnerbaits, and Best Trailers!

Today's buyers guide is all about the spinnerbait and chatterbait. This is a huge category with a wide variety of baits and styles but we were able to easily narrow it down to key baits that you can rely on to catch fish throughout the year! These two staples belong in every angler's arsenal, here's what you need to know... 

Each of these categories could be their own buyer's guide but for the sake of time we've combined them. The chatterbait, or bladed jig, comes in dozens of versions but there are only a few that stand out from the crowd. The spinnerbait comes in a plethora of shapes, sizes, and blade configurations but also has a few key baits that stand above the rest. 

Below you'll find links to the baits and gear in the order we discussed them. We've included our favorite sizes, weights, and colors for each and all the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of the items. 


PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES... 

•$200 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/YqWwjXJtkdo

•Ultra High End Rods And Reels: https://youtu.be/-4aUElWcGxw

•BFS (Bait Finesse) Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/xaEw2WvkgZA

•Tackle Storage Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/LKx-j4484o8

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/p9zYUYcU3zk


FULL SIZE SPINNERBAITS...

•Terminator T1 Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3xUsekP

Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow

Color: Green Gizzard, Silver Shiner


•Damiki TOT Type 1: http://bit.ly/38cxmD6

Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow

Color: Smelt Shad, Sharp Belly


MID SIZE SPINNERBAITS...

•Nichols Catalyst: https://bit.ly/3QfCSuM

Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow

Color: Gizzard, Bombshell Shad


•Shimano Swagy Strong: https://bit.ly/3pJlOCo

Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow

Color: Natural Bait, Tidal Killer


FINESSE SPINNERBAITS...

•Megabass SV-3: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow

Color: Gill, Hasu, Wakasagi


SPINNERBAIT TRAILERS...

•Keitech 4.3" Fat Swing Impact: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad


•Damiki 4" Armor Shad: http://bit.ly/2KtPDAT

Colors: PB Silver, RP Blue Pearl


SPINNERBAIT STINGER HOOKS...

•Gamakatsu Stinger Trailer: https://bit.ly/3jdoaWN

Size: 1 or 1/0


CHATTERBAIT STYLES...

•ZMan JackHammer Chatterbait: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Bruised Green Pumpkin


•ZMan Stealth Blade: https://bit.ly/30J8L8h

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Black Blue


•Zman Naked Chatterbait Custom: https://bit.ly/3bB7FTS

Size: 1/2 oz

Colors: White, Green Pumpkin


•Zman Mini Max Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

Size: 3/8 oz

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Spot Remover


CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

•Big Bite Baits Kamikaze SwimOn: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Colors: Hematoma, Smoky Gold, Green Pump Chart


•Yamamoto Swimming Zako: https://bit.ly/3fPRQsF

Colors: Sexy Shad, Zako


•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Colors: Black Blue Flake, Tilapia Magic


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

Sizes: 4.5 and 5.5

Colors: Sexy Shad, Ghost Minnow, Hematoma


FAVORITE SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (40 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Shock (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

BUDGET SPINNERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line– Sunline Super FC (15 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


FAVORITE CHATTERBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (40 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Shock (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


BANG FOR THE BUCK CHATTERBAIT COMBO…

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'2" MH Glass: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (40 lb): http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate Shock (16 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2


WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

BUYER'S GUIDE: Jerkbaits and Jerkbait Rods For Bass!

Let's talk jerkbaits!! In today's Buyer's Guide we're covering all the important questions you need to know the answers to! Which jerkbaits are best? Which sizes and colors should you focus on for different situations? Should you throw the same model all year? And what rod do you need to work a jerkbait properly? 

We love jerkbaits! Their ability to trigger a feed response in wary bass is remarkable and once mastered, is something you can use to consistently catch big bass. Understanding what different jerkbaits are designed for and how to fish them effectively is the missing piece of the puzzle. We've got you covered!

Below you'll find links to all the baits and equipment discussed in the video. You'll also find information on color recommendations, jerkbaits rods, and our previous buyer's guides. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 


PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES... 

•$100 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/n3AQnmNoUPQ

•$200 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/YqWwjXJtkdo

•Ultra High End Rods And Reels: https://youtu.be/-4aUElWcGxw

•BFS (Bait Finesse) Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/xaEw2WvkgZA

•Soft Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/kYzq6i44xug

•Tackle Storage Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/LKx-j4484o8

•Crankbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/9UgdA1Tytrw


MEGABASS 110 SERIES...

•Megabass Vision 110: http://bit.ly/2j31TKb

•Megabass Vision 110+1: http://bit.ly/2iGYOCX

Natural Colors: GG Deadly Black Shad, Pro Blue, Matte Shad, Tennessee Shad

Bold Colors: Elegy Bone, Wakin React, Kohoku Reaction, French Pearl 


MEGABASS 110 JR SERIES...

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr: http://bit.ly/2OeAFBf

•Megabass Vision 110 Jr +1: https://bit.ly/2LnK389

Natural Colors: GG Deadly Black Shad, Pro Blue, Matte Shad, Tennessee Shad

Bold Colors: Elegy Bone, Wakin React, Kohoku Reaction, French Pearl


JACKALL JERKBAITS...

•Jackall Rerange 110: http://bit.ly/2ge0qED

Natural Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, HL Hasu

Bold Colors: Secret Shad 2, Matte Pearl White


SHIMANO JERKBAITS...

•Shimano World Minnow: https://bit.ly/3Fwg9F6

•Shimano World Diver: https://bit.ly/3o1BwrR

Natural Colors: Pro Blue, Ghost Ayu, Pink Smelt

Bold Colors: Clown, Chart Silver, Chart Head


SMALL JERKBAITS...

•Lucky Craft Flash Pointer 100: http://bit.ly/2aHz588

Natural Colors: Ghost Minnow, Aurora Black

Bold Colors: Chartreuse Shad


•13 Fishing Whipper Snapper: https://bit.ly/3okRcrq

Natural Colors: Olive Crush, Gizzard of Oz, Lucky Charm

Bold Colors: Rainbow Shad, Casper Shad


LINE FOR JERKBAITS...

•Sunline Super FC Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Size: 8, 10, and 12 lb


MATT'S JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Line– Sunline Super FC 10 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


MID PRICED JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2gUWTft

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Sunline FC 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm


SPINNING JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Orochi XX Ronin: http://bit.ly/2XkVoej

Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Line– Sunline SX1 Braid (10 lb): http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): http://bit.ly/2p7fxju


BUDGET JERKBAIT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Line– Sunline FC 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm


WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

BUYER'S GUIDE: Tackle Storage, Gear Protection, and Line Management!

Tackle Management is critical! Keeping your gear safe and easily accessible is one of the most time consuming jobs an angler has both on and off the water. Through the years we've narrowed down the gear we rely on to properly protect our gear both at home and on the water. Whether you're walking the shore, hopping on a plane, or getting in the boat, these are items we trust. 

Tackle storage at home, on the boat, traveling between vehicles, and while traveling on major trips, all requires different equipment. Its easy to spend a fortune on tackle management solutions so we're here to help narrow it down for you. Each of these items came out of our personal gear and is an item that has tangibly helped us stay more organized. 

If any of these items stand out to you, you can find them linked below. We've listed them in the order they appeared in the video to help you find the right items quickly. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•$100 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/n3AQnmNoUPQ

•$200 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/YqWwjXJtkdo

•$500 Rod And Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/cAtbntQHpv4

•Ultra High End Rods And Reels: https://youtu.be/-4aUElWcGxw

•BFS (Bait Finesse) Guide: https://youtu.be/xaEw2WvkgZA

•Hard Swimbait Guide: https://youtu.be/p9zYUYcU3zk

•Soft Swimbait Guide: https://youtu.be/kYzq6i44xug


TACKLE MANAGEMENT ITEMS... (In Order Of Appearance)

•Plano Edge 3700 Master Terminal (Hook) Box: https://bit.ly/2SuzhOm


•Plano Weight Retainer Inserts For Edge Thin: https://bit.ly/3HsfBT7


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


•Plano Edge 3600 Box: http://bit.ly/2YBaWYX


•Plano Edge 3700 Standard Box: http://bit.ly/2t3uHMR


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


•Buzbe Colony 28 Modular Storage: https://bit.ly/3U9y4cl


•Plano Edge FLEX 3700: https://bit.ly/3kngvEG


•Plano Edge Flex Crankbait (SPOON): https://bit.ly/3zwITxj


•Plano Edge Master Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/397m4Bd


•Plano Edge Master Spinnerbait: http://bit.ly/397m4Bd


•Plano Waterproof 3700 Deep (Glide Bait Box): http://bit.ly/2WWIrU9


•Owner Treble Hook Covers: http://bit.ly/2Q3GaTL


•SPRO Terminal Box: https://bit.ly/3L9Y03F


•Plano Fly (Hair Jig) Box: https://bit.ly/2SAdrfi


•Plano Guide Series Waterproof: https://bit.ly/3Dpfma8


•Plano Z Series Tackle Bags (Jet Boat): https://bit.ly/3l8iyh9


•AFTCO Urban Angler Pack: Source Locally


•Plano Edge Master Plastics (Big Box): http://bit.ly/2PaiAq6


•Eye Surrender Swimbait Pocket Wraps: http://bit.ly/2h4IN6I


•SPRO Mesh Soft Bait Pouches: https://bit.ly/3gZvpDN


•13 Fishing Skull Cap Casting Reel Cover: https://bit.ly/37oWmIL


•Tackle Warehouse Neoprene Reel Cover: http://bit.ly/34k7ow1


•The Rod Glove Casting Rod Sleeves: http://bit.ly/2TJSF8X


•Spoolin Buddy (Line Holder): http://bit.ly/2YDUaZ3


•Maxima SharkTooth Line Control Bands: https://bit.ly/3ltXzDD


•Plano Pro Latch Line Spool Box: https://bit.ly/30VngVs


•Plano Guide Series Reel Locker: Source Locally


•Rig Rangler Umbrella Rig Storage: https://bit.ly/3DqKUw2


•Plano Speed Bags: https://bit.ly/3zvgyHX


WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz