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

BUYER'S GUIDE: ULTRA HIGH END RODS AND REELS!! (NO LIMITS ON PRICE!!)

The Ultimate Rod and Reel buyer’s guide is here! Let's look at the most expensive fishing gear you can get! G Loomis, Megabass, St. Croix, Shimano, Dobyns, Daiwa, we've got it all! Whether you're a tackle enthusiast, a fisherman investing in a high-end combo, or a newer angler that's curious, this video is packed with information to educate you about the nicest gear on the market!

High-end gear is amazing! The benefits on your fishing are remarkable! We’re taking all the guess work out of this gear, and showing you our personal favorite models. Matt and Tim were both tasked with choosing 10 of their favorite high-end rod and reel combos that impacted their fishing this year. It's really interesting to see their unique fishing styles come out in the gear!

Below you’ll find links to every combo discussed. We’ve listed them in the order they were shown by each angler to help you find the exact combos you’re searching for. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

Buyer's Guide: Best Jigs And Jig Trailers– https://youtu.be/OQwFNTORnN4

Buyer's Guide: Best Chatterbaits And Trailers– https://youtu.be/14NqxFIWGgo

Buyer's Guide: $100 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/2eCEb3G3VE0

Buyer's Guide: $200 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/AcrTDhtaSQg

Buyer's Guide: $300 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/aFhefLwNHGQ

Buyer's Guide: $500 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/WAgpVnuE800

MATT’S CASTING COMBOS…

COMBO #1…

Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

Model: 7’4” Heavy Fast

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

COMBO #2…

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 844C MBR: https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

Model: 7’ Heavy

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

COMBO #3…

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7’1” Medium Heavy

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

COMBO #4…

Rod– Shimano Poison Ultima: https://bit.ly/3OfNBGe

Model: 6’10” Medium

Reel– Shimano Antares A 70: https://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx

COMBO #5…

Rod– Fenwick World Class: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

Model: 7’5” Extra Heavy

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

COMBO #6…

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Pop X Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 6’3” Ultralight

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

MATT’S SPINNING COMBOS…

COMBO #1…

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 901S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Model: 7’6” Medium Light

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

COMBO #2…

Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena: https://bit.ly/4c0fQmq

Model: 6’10” Medium+ Extra Fast

Reel– Shimano Stella 2500 FK: https://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg

COMBO #3…

Rod– G Loomis GLX 892S JWR: https://bit.ly/2A6HH3O

Model: 7’5” Medium Extra Fast

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

COMBO #4…

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Flyssa: https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Model: 7’6” Light+

Reel– Shimano Stella 2500 FK: https://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg

TIM’S SPINNING COMBOS…

COMBO #1…

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Model: 7’1” Medium Extra Fast

Reel– Shimano Exsence 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

COMBO #2…

Rod– Shimano Poison Ultima: https://bit.ly/3uDBhcY

Model: 7’0” Medium

Reel– Shimano Stella 2500 FK: https://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg

COMBO #3…

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/3XrALtj

Model: 6’10” Medium+

Reel– Daiwa Exist 2500–XH: https://bit.ly/453vyds

TIM’S CASTING COMBOS…

COMBO #1…

Rod– Dobyns Xtasy 754: https://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Model: 7’5” Heavy Fast

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150A: https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

COMBO #2…

Rod– Shimano Poison Adrena: https://bit.ly/4cVIwOI

Model: 7’3” Medium Heavy

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

COMBO #3…

Rod– G Loomis GLX 822 JBR: https://bit.ly/3MWhET3

Model: 6’10” Medium Moderate Fast

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

COMBO #4…

Rod– St. Croix Legend Elite: https://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Model: 6’10” Medium Extra Fast

Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG LTX: https://bit.ly/40ltb6s

COMBO #5…

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 853C JWR: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Model: 7’1” Medium Heavy Extra Fast

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL: https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

COMBO #6…

Rod– Megabass P5 Destroyer Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 6’10” Medium Light Regular

Reel– Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

COMBO #7…

Rod– Megabass P5 Z Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7’ Medium Regular

Reel– Daiwa Steez CT SV TW: https://bit.ly/3esUZjg

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

2019 Shimano Antares 70 Reel Review

The New Antares 70 is Shimano's latest flagship reel. We took it out on Clearlake and put it to the test against some BIG bass! How did it do? Is it worth the money? Let's find out!

The key features of the reel are a smaller, streamlined, Magnesium Hagane body. MGL Spool III for reduced inertia and amazing performance, even with light baits. X-Ship and Micro Module Gearing give the reel that buttery smooth feel and SVS Infinity Braking makes quick adjustments a breeze.

What does all of this mean to you? It means that you're about to pick up the smoothest casting reel you've ever experienced. It will cast light baits with ease but turn around and throw heavy baits a country mile. If you're looking for a top of the line reel that will make fishing even more FUN this is as far as you'll ever need to look!

We have been blessed to purchase a variety of nice equipment over the years and no other reel has had the smoothness and feel of this Antares. In the video we said pre-ordering was available (and it is) but as of this writing there are actually a handful in stock at the link below!

Shimano Antares 70: http://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx

We recognize that a reel of this caliber isn't for every angler. There are anglers with all kinds of needs and budgets. With that in mind here are a handful of our best "bang for the buck" casting reels at a variety of price points.

Chronarch MGL: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Curado 150 DC: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

Curado 200 K: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

SLX: http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

The Bait you saw catching all the fish in this video is an LV-500 in "Ghost Minnow" color with upgraded hardware.

Lucky Craft LV-500: http://bit.ly/2aAUUbd

Gamakatsu EWG Size 4 Treble: http://bit.ly/2cZrsbY

Owner Size 3 Hyperwire Split Rings: http://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

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