Bass Fishing Gear Review: New Rods, Crankbaits, Topwater, Worms!

Its time!! We've got an awesome gear review for you today! From affordable rods to travel gear, new baits to tackle storage solutions, this review is jam packed with great gear! Come along as we look at some of the best products to come out this year... and a few that almost flew under the radar!

We're kicking this video off with the 13 Fishing Meta rods, followed by the Megabass Valkyrie World Expeditions. After that we turn our attention to baits. Don't miss the underwater footage of the Missile Baits dropshot worm and the unique action of the Baitsanity TUG topwater! And definitely don't sleep on the Bill Lewis ATV or the Buzbe Colony 28 Deep! So many great options packed into one video!

Below you'll find links to the items in the video. We've included our favorite colors, sizes, rigging components, etc... for each item. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions, as well as purchase the items.

THE RODS...

•13 Fishing Meta Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3KIH4nE

•13 Fishing Meta Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/41v5uqx

Favorite Models: 7'4" MH Fast, 6'10" Med Light

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

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

Models: 6'8" medium, 8' XXH, 6'10" ML

THE BAITS...

•Missile Baits BombShot: https://bit.ly/2YYBipr

Colors: Fishaliscious, Goby Bite

•Nishine Finesse Cover Jig: https://bit.ly/3EE8w1O

Colors: Watermelon Candy, Copper Craw

•Baitsanity Antidote TUG Glide Bait: https://bit.ly/3Y0MhtS

Colors: Dark Bluegill, Metallic Trout, Dark Trout

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

Colors: Fire Truck Craw, Red Glitter Craw, Tennessee Shad

•Bill Lewis ATV Crankbait 1.0: https://bit.ly/3kBMuGb

Colors: Fire Truck Craw, Red Glitter Craw, Tennessee Shad

•Yamamoto Yama Craw: https://bit.ly/3Sb4Mua

Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Mowed Grass

BOAT ACCESSORIES...

•Noco Boost Charger: https://bit.ly/3xVnaOD

STORAGE SOLUTIONS...

•Buzbe Colony 28 Deep: https://bit.ly/3KE6nag

•Buzbe Colony 15 Thin: https://bit.ly/41x5dDp

•Buzbe Swarm Tackle Bags: https://bit.ly/3JyGtnA

•Tackle Warehouse Umbrella Rig Bag: http://bit.ly/3Z1xAbH

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

My New Boat! Full Tour + Custom Build On The Skeeter FXR 20!!

This is the first time we've EVER owned NEW Boats! Its been a long time coming and we finally took the plunge!! After decades in the fishing industry, traveling the country and filming, neither Matt nor Tim has ever owned a brand new boat. Tim took the leap first and Matt isn't far behind. Come take a look at Tim's new Skeeter!

You've been seeing the Skeeter in videos for a few months now and the questions have been pouring in. We've been meaning to give you a tour for a while but we were busy dialing in the rigging, breaking in the motor, and getting to know the boat so we could answer any questions that might come up. After months of seat time, we can tell you with confidence that we love this boat! 

Below you'll find links to the rigging components we used on the boat. All the gear links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We'll also list some of the custom components that we don't have links for, and some of the related videos of us catching big fish from the new FXR20. 

THE BOAT...

•2022 Skeeter FXR20 Limited: https://bit.ly/S2V8NW

••This Links Goes To the Skeeter Boats Website••

THE ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Apex 16: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

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

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

TROLLING MOTOR AND ACCESSORIES...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Mega DI I-Pilot Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2RqrT4v

•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

•Durasafe Electronics Locks: https://bit.ly/41TDPj0

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

CUSTOM MOUNTS, WIRING, AND RIGGING...

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

••This Links Goes To the Hennessey Outdoors Website••

BATTERIES...

•Odyssey AGM PC2150M

•Hennessey Outdoors Lithium

BIG BASS VIDEOS ON THE SKEETER...

•Catching 5 Bass For 40 lbs: https://youtu.be/6sBGUqYFvFA

•Fishing The Best Lake You've Never Heard Of (Part 1): https://youtu.be/MCzykY0roWA

•Fishing The Best Lake You've Never Heard Of (Part 2): https://youtu.be/oqhpjxw_EnA

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

Underwater Footage Of Bass Attacking Lures! ( Crystal Clear Water! )

Come underwater and watch how bass interact with your lures! From what triggers a bite, to when you should set the hook, there is so much to be learned by looking below the surface. Some of these fish are stalking their prey, others are defensive, and others are reacting to movement. Its amazing what we can learn!

In today's footage Tim is interacting with bass in different phases with different presentations. Between a Texas Rig, a jig, and a ned rig, its interesting to see how the bites can vary. Some fish inhale the bait while others nip at it repeatedly. At the end of the day the question is, when would you have set the hook? Would you have caught the fish or reeled up a torn up trailer? 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear we used in the footage. We've also included some great combos for fishing these presentations. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

THE TEXAS RIG...

Bait– Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Color: Green Pumpkin Blue

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Vader (3/8 oz): http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

Hook– BKK Chimera Wide Gap (3/0): http://bit.ly/3IS3pwf

THE JIG...

Jig– Missile Baits Ike Mini Flip: https://bit.ly/3ZCExjv

Color: Bamer Craw

Trailer– Missile Baits Mini D Chunk: https://bit.ly/3lGE8gx

Color: Green Pumpkin

NED RIGS...

Bait #1– ZMan Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR

Colors: Coppertreuse

Bait #2 – Roboworm Ned Worm: http://bit.ly/2j9F0Xy

Color: Hologram Shad

Bait #3 – Xzone Ned Zone: http://bit.ly/2mRiYhF

Color: Violet Secret

NED HEADS...

Tungsten– Swagger Tungsten Flanders Head: http://bit.ly/2KcIB6M

Lead– Zman Ned Lockz HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

TEXAS RIG COMBO...

Rod– 13 Fishing Envy Black 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3KtYZhv

Reel– 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

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

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

FINESSE JIG COMBO...

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

Reel– Shimano Chronarch MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

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

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

BUDGET NED COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" M Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel– Daiwa BG 2000: http://bit.ly/32Xscbb

Line– Power Pro 10 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Leader– Sunline 6 lb Super FC: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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

Chatterbait Fishing – Everything You Need To Know! (UNDERWATER FOOTAGE)

If you're a serious angler, you need to fish a chatterbait! These bladed jigs catch a ton of fish, and they catch giant bass too! By changing trailers you get get a chatterbait to mimic shad, panfish, crawfish, and a variety of other prey species. You can keep it simple, or follow us down the rabbit hole as we explore chatterbait trailers, colors, retrieves, study underwater footage, and more. Let's go! 

The chatterbait is incredibly versatile once you learn to adapt your trailers and retrieves. We use 4 main trailers paired to 4 different chatterbaits to meet every situation we face. The chatterbait can remain a simple option in your arsenal, or you can start adapting retrieves from a high speed burn, to a popping retrieve, to a bottom hopping presentation, to take it to a whole different level! Its up to you, but either way you need to commit to the chatterbait this Spring. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits, trailers, and gear discussed in the video. We've included our favorite sizes, colors, and styles for every option. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE... 

Bait– Jack Hammer Chatterbait 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Color: Green Pumpkin Shad

Trailer– Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 4.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Color: Sexy Shad

THE CHATTERBAITS... 

•ZMan EverGreen JackHammer (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

•ZMan Mini Max (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3tqztzi

•ZMan CrossEyez (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

•ZMan Jack Hammer Stealth Blade (1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/30J8L8h

MATT'S TOP 5 CHATTERBAIT COLORS... 

•Green Pumpkin Shad

•BHite Delight

•Black Blue

•Fire Craw

•Blueback Herring

•Bruised Green Pumpkin

CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...

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

Size: 4.5, 5.5

Favorite Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow, Sexy Shad

•Missile Baits Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Size: 4.5, 5.5

Favorite Colors: Bruiser Flash, Goby Bite, Frosted Purple, Green Pumpkin Delight

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

Size: 3.75, 4.25

Favorite Colors: Black Blue, Flame Thrower, Smoky Gold

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

Favorite Colors: Zako, Green pumpkin White Lam, Sexy Shad

•Netbait Paca Slim: http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Size: 4"

Favorite Colors: Black Shadow Flare, Green Pumpkin Red, Coosa Flare

FAVORITE CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

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

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

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

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

MID–PRICED CHATTERBAIT COMBO... 

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

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

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

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

MATT'S 11 LBER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

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

Line– Sufix 131 (40 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

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

RELATED VIDEOS... 

2 Bass For 20 Lbs On Chatterbaits– https://youtu.be/ARVjMDEtdnw

Chatterbait Trailers Underwater– https://youtu.be/V9lJ960e1YI

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