5 Fishing Reel Tricks That Make Fishing Easier!

We've got 5 reel hacks that will change your fishing forever! This isn't just for beginners either, it's for you! Forget what you heard when you started fishing, that's not what we do with our reels at all. If you're tired of struggling with your reels, we've got you covered. From tuning, to line tricks, we're going to show you how to get peak performance from your gear.

Matt is opening up about how he modifies all his reels. From how he sets up a bait caster, to how he spools his reels for success, he's not leaving anything out. He even shows some of the best "bang for the buck" reels from several brands. You don't want to miss this!

Below you'll find links to all the reels in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've also included a link to a previous knot video to help you tie the "San Diego Jam" knot effectively.


SAN DIEGO JAM VIDEOS...

•Short Video On The San Diego Jam: https://youtube.com/shorts/-ZPn1wpgZJI

•Full Length Knot Video Including The San Diego Jam: https://youtu.be/MYzIKg4sPWU


MATT'S FROG COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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


BAIT CASTING REELS...

•Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

•Shimano Curado 150 M: https://bit.ly/4odTDs7

•Shimano SLX 70: https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

•Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH


SPINNING REELS...

•Shimano Twin Power FE 3000: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

•Daiwa Luvias ST 2000: https://bit.ly/459jXLv

•Shimano Vanford FA 3000: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

•Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

•Shimano Sedona FJ 2500: https://bit.ly/2wgh50Z


POWER FISHING BRAIDED LINE...

•Power Pro Maxcuatro: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

•Sufix 832: https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji


FINESSE BRAIDED LINE...

•Seaguar JDM PEX8: https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

•Sunline Almight: https://bit.ly/4flJrsg


FAVORITE FLUOROCARBON LINES...

Finesse– Daiwa Hidden FC: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

Budget– Seaguar Red Label: https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

Power– Sunline Super FC Sniper: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Leader– Seaguar Gold Label: https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi


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: BEST CASTING REELS (BUDGET TO ENTHUSIAST BAITCASTERS)

Let's dive into the world of Baitcasting Reels! Whether you're looking for an affordable casting reel, or you need a high end reel to pair up for the perfect combo, we've got you covered! From incredibly light to incredibly strong, from precision to durability, these are the best options we've found! There are a ton of great bait casters from a variety of brands, let's go!

Yesterday's spinning reel video only had a few brands. When it comes to casting reels, the flood gates open! There are a ton of great reels from a variety of brands. Price, durability, and smooth operation, combine to create the best baitcasting reels at every price point. Whether you're just getting started, or you're a seasoned angler, this information will help you find the best reel in your budget.

Below you'll find links to all the reels in today's video. We've also included our favorite retrieve speed for each reel. 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: $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

Buyer's Guide: High End Rods And Reels– https://youtu.be/obxNp48IALo

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

Buyer's Guide: Alabama Rigs– https://youtu.be/wPm3izTumxk

Buyer's Guide: Strolling– https://youtu.be/EVnMJWMtZhE

Buyer's Guide: Boating Accessories– https://youtu.be/nl73iuYQ2dg

Buyer's Guide: Spinning Reels– https://youtu.be/Ua7pEd04ikw


SEVIIN...

•Seviin GF: https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Speed: 7.3:1


LEWS...

•LEWS KVD LFS: https://bit.ly/3BwkvMA

Speed: 7.5:1


13 FISHING...

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

Speed: 7.5:1


ABU GARCIA...

•Abu Garcia Max Pro: https://bit.ly/3QKCQOG

Speed: 7.1:1


•Abu Garcia SX LP: https://bit.ly/40nsz0i

Speed: 7.3:1


•Abu Garcia REVO Inshore LP: https://bit.ly/3YDNsSu

Speed: 7.3:1


ABU GARCIA BAIT FINESSE...

•Abu Garcia REVO X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

Speed: 7.3:1


•Abu Garcia Zenon MGX LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

Speed: 8.3:1


DAIWA...

•Daiwa CC 80: https://bit.ly/34ltqP9

Speed: 7.5:1


•Daiwa CA80: https://bit.ly/3hprTgv

Speed: 7.5:1


•Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Speed: 7.3:1


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

Speed: 7.1:1


•Daiwa Zillion SV TW G: https://bit.ly/3xobPDM

Speed: 7.1:1


•Daiwa Steez 70 CT SV TW: https://bit.ly/3esUZjg

Speed: 7.1:1


DAIWA BAIT FINESSE...

•Daiwa Tatula BF 70 BF: https://bit.ly/4b7UbYM

Speed: 8.1:1


•Daiwa PX BF 70 BF: https://bit.ly/3y0fWw0

Speed: 8.6:1


SHIMANO FULL FRAME REELS...

•Shimano SLX A 150: https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Speed: 7.2:1


•Shimano SLX XT A: https://bit.ly/3YgnWE8

Speed: 7.2:1


•Shimano Curado 150 MGL: https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

Speed: 7.4:1


•Shimano Bantam MGL A: https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Speed: 7.1:1


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

Speed: 7.1:1


SHIMANO FINESSE FRAME REELS...

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

Speed: 7.2:1


•Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Speed: 7.4:1


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

Speed: 7.4:1


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

Speed: 7.1:1


SHIMANO BAIT FINESSE REELS...

•Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Speed: 8.2:1


•Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

Speed: 7.8:1


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

ICAST Gear Review: Best New Rods And Reels Of 2024!

Come check out our favorite new rods and reels from ICAST 2024! From casting reels to spinning reels, bait finesse to power fishing, the show was packed with awesome new gear! It didn't take us long to wade through the noise and find the gems from the show. You've got to check these out!

This year's ICAST event was packed with awesome new gear! So much so that we've had to break this gear review into multiple videos! Today we're covering rods and reels from budget friendly offerings, to enthusiast tackle. If you missed the show and want to know what the real gems were, we've got you covered!

Below you'll find links to the rods and reels discussed in the video. We've included all our favorite reel speeds and rod models to help you find the best options for you. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


If you missed yesterday's bait segment, you missed out, see it here:

•Bait And Tackle Review: https://youtu.be/i7ktZDzKdJI


SPINNING REEL...

•Shimano Vanford FA: https://bit.ly/3WAPNO1

Favorite Sizes: 2500, 3000


CASTING REELS...

•Shimano SLX XT: https://bit.ly/3YgnWE8

Favorite Speed: 7:1 (HG)


•Daiwa Tatula SV TW 150: https://bit.ly/3yiO3zJ

Favorite Speed: 7.3:1 (H)


•Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3


•Seviin GSC 150: https://bit.ly/3WptV6W

Favorite Speed: 7.3:1


SHIMANO RODS...

•Shimano Poison Adrena Spinning: https://bit.ly/4c0fQmq

Favorite Models: 6'10" Medium+


•Shimano Poison Adrena Casting: https://bit.ly/4cVIwOI

Favorite Models: 6'10" Medium, 7' Medium Heavy Fast

JDM Models: 7'4" Heavy Regular, 7'2" Heavy Fast


•Shimano Poison Adrena BFS: https://bit.ly/3WE4yQ3

Favorite Model: 6'10" Light


CASHION RODS...

•Cashion 6'8" Ultralight TW Exclusive: https://bit.ly/4aurFAO


•Cashion Icon BF Series: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

New Models: 7'2" Medium Light, 7'6" Light


ST. CROIX RODS...

•St. Croix Black Bass Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

Models: 7'4" Heavy Fast, 7'2" MHM, 7'3" MH Fast


•St. Croix Black Bass Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/4diwkqT

Models: 6'8" Medium X Fast, 7'3" Medium Light XFast


DAIWA RODS...

•Daiwa Tatula XT Bait Finesse: https://bit.ly/3LFqEeH

Model: 6'5" Light Fast


•Daiwa Ardito Jitte Travel Rod: https://bit.ly/4dmTsVn

Model: 6'7" Medium Regular


•Daiwa Presso Trout Rod: (Not Yet Available For Pre Order)

Model: 5'10" Ultralight Casting


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

SPRING BUYER'S GUIDE: BEST "BANG FOR THE BUCK" RODS AND REELS AT ANY PRICE!!

All brands, All prices, These are the best "Bang For the Buck" rods and reels for bass fishing! No matter your budget, these rods will give you more sensitivity and fishability for the money than any others we could find. We went across the entire bass fishing industry in search of whole rod lines that stood out, single rods actions that stood out, and reels that could take abuse and keep on fishing. Here's what we found!

We're kicking this video off with a look at whole rod lines that blend amazing components, sensitivity, and balance. Next, we're looking at reels that stand out from the crowd. Then, we're jumping into some of our favorite rod models for specific techniques from around the industry! You don't want to miss this!

Below you'll find links to the exact rods and reels discussed in the video. We've listed them in the order discussed and included some of our favorite models as well! All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


BANG FOR THE BUCK ROD LINES (Budget to Higher Priced)...

•Daiwa Tatula Casting: https://bit.ly/2Q4NgKA

•Shimano Zodias Casting: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

•Shimano Expride B Casting: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

•St. Croix Legend Tournament Casting: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

•Megabass Orochi XX Casting: https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

•G Loomis IMX Pro Casting: https://bit.ly/2QurcHi


BANG FOR THE BUCK CASTING REELS...

•Daiwa Fuego CT Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

•Shimano SLX 70 Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/3vPtYQ5

•Shimano Curado 150 MGL Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP


BANG FOR THE BUCK SPINNING REELS...

•Shimano Vanford Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

•Shimano Sustain FJ Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3BQLlNP


SPECIFIC MODELS THAT STAND OUT...

•Megabass Destroyer P5 7' Extra Heavy : https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: "Tequila Baccarac"


•Megabass Destroyer P5 7'2" Heavy X Fast: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: "X–Bites"


•Shimano Expride B Casting: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Models: 6'10" Medium, 7'2" Medium Light, 7'7" Heavy


•Megabass Levante 7' Medium Moderate: https://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

Model: Flat Side Special


•St. Croix Legend Tournament: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Models: 7'4" Heavy Fast, 7'2" Medium Heavy Moderate


•Shimano Zodias Casting: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Models: 6'10" Medium Heavy, 7'5" Medium Heavy


•Megabass Orochi XX 7'5" Med Hvy Fast : https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Model: Braillist


•G Loomis IMX Pro 906C CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ


BANG FOR THE BUCK SPINNING TACKLE...

COMBO #1...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Tournament: https://bit.ly/4bSdcjF

Model: 7'3" Medium Light

Reel– Daiwa Procyon MQ LT: https://bit.ly/46x4Ytp

Size: 2500-XH


COMBO #2...

Rod– Shimano Zodias: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

Model: 7'6" Medium

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

Size: 3000


COMBO #3...

Rod– Shimano Expride B: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Model: 6'8" Medium

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

Size: 2500


SWIMBAIT GEAR...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'9" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel– Shimano Tranx 300 A (HG): https://bit.ly/2kYsvRw


Rod– St. Croix Victory 7'10" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 300 HS: https://bit.ly/3InxUva


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