The Best Fishing Rod For Every Technique! ( Budget To High End )

This is EVERYTHING you need to know about fishing rods! From how to get the most out of budget rods, to the meaning behind rod action and power codes. Tim is showing everything you need to know to get the best fishing rods for your favorite techniques, regardless of your budget and skill level!

Fishing gear is expensive and the truth is, most anglers have no idea what they need. You're at the mercy of a tackle shop employee or an online review as you spend hard earned money on a new rod. It doesn't have to be that way! Understanding ratings, codes, and how popular brands differ, will take all the guess work out so you can make the best selections for your fishing style.

Below you'll find links to many of our favorite rods, separated by technique. We've also included a few budget friendly rods as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

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If you're an advanced angler, let us know two of your favorite models from this rod line. If not, pay close attention and enjoy the cheat sheet below of all our favorite models by technique.

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FAVORITE CASTING RODS BY TECHNIQUE...

JIG (PITCH AND FLIP): St. Croix Legend X2 7'4" Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3IOSXcJ

BUDGET: St. Croix Black Bass 7'4" Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

JIG (FOOTBALL): G Loomis NRX+ 844C MBR: https://bit.ly/2SuZG15

BUDGET: Daiwa Tatula XT 7'3" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/3wqRhwq

JERKBAIT: Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium- Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

BUDGET: Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

A–RIG: Dobyns Champion Extreme HP 7'8" Hvy (784): https://bit.ly/2ab2kRX

BUDGET: Dobyns Fury 7'6" Med Hvy (765): https://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

CHATTERBAIT: Megabass P5 Destroyer 7'2" Daemos: https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

BUDGET: Fenwick Eagle 7'5" Med Hvy Ex Fast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

SPINNERBAIT: St. Croix Legend Tournament 7’3” MH Fast: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

BUDGET: St. Croix Black Bass 7'3" MH Fast: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

HEAVY FLIPPING: Shimano Expride 7'11" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

BUDGET: Daiwa Tatula XT 7'6" XH: https://bit.ly/3wqRhwq

SENKO/ T–Rig: Fenwick World Class 7’1" Med Hvy XF: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

BUDGET: Fenwick Eagle 7'1" Med Hvy X Fast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

PADDLE TAIL: Megabass Destroyer P5 7'1" Med Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

BUDGET: Cashion Element Z2 7'3" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

FINESSE SWIM/UNDERSPIN: Shimano Expride B 7'2" Med Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

MATT: Daiwa Steez AGS 7'6" Med Med Light: https://bit.ly/44wVwFk

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

Model: 7'2" Med Hvy Moderate – Carbon Cranker

BUDGET: St. Croix Black Bass 7'2" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

DEEP CRANK: Dobyns Champion XP 805 CB: https://bit.ly/29OVD4V

BUDGET: 13 Fishing Oath 7'3" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/4kbRaNq

SQUAREBILL: Megabass Levante "Flat Side Special": https://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

BUDGET: Cashion Element Z2 7'3" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/3xZbLAy

GLIDEBAIT: Dobyns Champion XP 806H: https://bit.ly/2aivwYX

BUDGET: Dobyns Fury XP 806H: https://bit.ly/4q6IjyQ

JIG HOOK SWIMBAIT: Shimano Outlier 8'0" XH: https://bit.ly/3EuHPiT

BUDGET: Shimano SLX 7'8" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3QbMjvs

FROG: Dobyns Champion Extreme XP 746: https://bit.ly/2ab2kRX

BUDGET: Dobyns Fury 745: https://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

TOPWATER: Megabass Destroyer Z-Crank Elsiel: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

MATT: G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

SHAKEY HEAD: Abu Garcia Zenon 7'0" Med Hvy: https://bit.ly/43y32RU

BUDGET: Fenwick HMG 7'1" Med Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3AyrAiW

BAIT FINESSE: Cashion Icon 6'10" Med Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

BUDGET: Cashion Element Z2 6'10" Med Light: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

FAVORITE SPINNING RODS BY TECHNIQUE...

STROLLING: Shimano Expride 6'10" MH XF: https://bit.ly/47Cdeee

BUDGET: Fenwick Eagle 7'1" Medium XF: https://bit.ly/3Lo1gKC

DROPSHOT/DICE: St. Croix Legend X2 6'10" MLXF: https://bit.ly/4farXAh

BUDGET: Cashion Element Z2 7'1" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/47GAOVA

NED RIG: G Loomis NRX+ 821S NRR: https://bit.ly/4bIiddV

BUDGET: St. Croix Bass X 6'10" ML: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

HAIR JIG: G Loomis NRX+901S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

BUDGET: Daiwa Tatula Cork 7'6" Med Light: https://bit.ly/4f8RRV2

NEKO RIG/COIKE: Megabass Destoyer P5 6'11" Landsat: https://bit.ly/31Pt839

BUDGET: St. Croix Black Bass 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/4diwkqT

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Top 5 Fishing Rods Every Anglers Should Have (Beginner To Advanced)

Are you looking for a fishing rod? We've got you covered! These are the top 5 fishing rods every fisherman should own! Whether you're just getting started and need to stick to a budget, or you want to buy the best so you only have to purchase rods once, we've got you covered! No matter your skill level or budget, this is for you!

The first 5 rods will cover everything you'll face as a newer angler. The very first rod is extremely universal and will help you throw as many different baits as possible, the next 4 will give you a foundation for virtually any situation you'll face on the water. Whether you're working with a budget, looking for "bang for the buck", or simply want the best, we have a recommendation that will fit your fishing style.

Below you'll find links to the top 5 rods, broken down by price range from budget to enthusiast. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. We've also included 3 bonus combos to help you take your fishing to the next level!

7' MEDIUM SPINNING ROD...

Budget Rod– Dobyns Colt 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/4l2N7l8

Budget Reel– Shimano Sedona FJ 2500: https://bit.ly/2wgh50Z

Mid Price Rod– Daiwa Tatula Cork 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/4f8RRV2

Mid Price Reel– Daiwa Tatula MQ LT: https://bit.ly/3IWhxbv

High End Rod– G Loomis GLX 6'10": https://bit.ly/3Ifjbow

High End Reel– Shimano Exsence 2500: https://bit.ly/3UHL2jP

7' – 7'4" MEDIUM HEAVY CASTING ROD...

Budget Rod– Daiwa Aird X 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2Z2JfYG

Budget Reel– Daiwa Aird 80: https://bit.ly/46up5Mx

Mid Price Rod– Cashion Z2 Element 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/48w69eC

Mid Price Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT: https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

High End Rod– G Loomis GLX 7' 844C MBR: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

High End Reel– Shimano Metanium DC 70 A: https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

6'8"- 6'10" MEDIUM LIGHT SPINNING ROD...

Budget Rod– Dobyns Maverick 6'9" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Budget Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Mid Price Rod– St. Croix Black Bass 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/4diwkqT

Mid Price Reel– Daiwa Exceler LT 2500: https://bit.ly/4oa5mYG

High End Rod– Abu Garcia Zenon 6'10" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/45coLzN

High End Reel– Zenon MGX 3000 Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3C7KTAd

7' – 7'2" MEDIUM CASTING ROD...

Budget Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Budget Reel– Shimano SLX XT: https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Mid Price Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Moderate Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Mid Price Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

High End Rod– Fenwick World Class 7'1" Medium Extra Fast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

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

7'4" – 7'6" HEAVY CASTING ROD...

Budget Rod– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Budget Reel– Seviin GF: https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Mid Price Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Mid Price Reel– Shimano Curado 150 M: https://bit.ly/4odTDs7

High End Rod– Daiwa Steez AGS 7'5" MHH: https://bit.ly/3RhFit1

High End Reel– Daiwa Steez SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb

BONUS FLIPPING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride 7'11" Extra Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL A (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

BONUS CRANKING COMBO...

Rod– Megabass Levante Flat Side Special: https://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

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

BONUS BFS COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

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Best "Bang For The Buck" Fishing 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 because of their function, as well as their durability. 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)...

•Dobyns Fury Casting: https://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

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

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

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

•G Loomis NRX+ Casting: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

•Megabass P5 Destroyer Casting: https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

BANG FOR THE BUCK CASTING REELS...

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

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

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

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

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

BANG FOR THE BUCK SPINNING REELS...

•Daiwa Fuego LT Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

•Shimano Miravel Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

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

STAND OUT CASTING MODELS...

•Megabass Destroyer P5 7' Medium Regular: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: "Z Crank Elseil" – Tim's Topwater Rod

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

Model: "X–Bites"

•Megabass Destroyer P5 USA 7'2" Medium + Fast: https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

Model: "Daemos" – Matt's Chatterbait Rod

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

Model: Flat Side Special

•Shimano Expride B 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

•Shimano Expride B 7'4" Heavy Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

•Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

•St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'2" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

•St. Croix Legend Elite 7'4" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

•G Loomis IMX Pro 7'6" Med Hvy Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Model: 906C CBR – The Tactical DD Rod

•G Loomis GLX 7' Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Model: 843C MBR – Matt's Topwater Rod

•Fenwick World Class 7'5" Extra Heavy Extra Fast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

•Dobyns Champion Extreme HP 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2ab2kRX

Model: 744CFH

STAND OUT SPINNING MODELS...

•Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Model: Medium Extra Fast Solid Tip – Strolling Rod

•Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Model: Medium Heavy Extra Fast Solid Tip – Strolling Rod

•G Loomis NRX+ 7'1" Medium Ex Fast: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Model: 852S JWR

•G Loomis NRX+ 7'6" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Model: 901S SJR

•St Croix Legend Elite 7'6" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

•Megabass Destroyer P5 7'6" Light + Fast: https://bit.ly/3RmuKdN

Model: Flyssa

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The Best Fishing Rod For EVERY Technique! ( Beginner To Advanced + Rod Actions )

Everything you need to know about fishing rods! From how to get the most out of budget rods, to the meanings of rod action and power codes. Tim is showing everything you need to know to get the best fishing rods for your favorite techniques, regardless of your budget!

Fishing gear is expensive and the truth is, most anglers just guess when buying a rod. You're at the mercy of a tackle shop employee or an online review as you spend spend hard earned money on a new rod. It doesn't have to be that way! Understanding ratings, codes, and how popular brands differ, will take all the guess work out so you can make the best selections for your fishing style.

Below you'll find links to many of our favorite rods, separated by technique. We've also included a few budget friendly rods as well. 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...

Casting Rod– Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Casting Reel– Shimano SLX A 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Spinning Rod– Fenwick HMG 7'1" Medium XFast: https://bit.ly/4cXBAjD

Spinning Reel– Daiwa Legalis LT 2500D–XH: https://bit.ly/3Y0kDh3

BRAIDED LINE...

Budget– Power Pro Braid: https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Affordable– Sufix 832: https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Refined– Seaguar PEX8: https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Spinning– 10-15 lb Line

Casting– 40 lb Line

FAVORITE CASTING RODS BY TECHNIQUE...

Jig (Pitch and Flip)– Shimano Expride B 7'4" Heavy Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Jig (Football)– G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

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

Alabama Rig– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Chatterbait– Megabass P5 Destroyer 7'2" Daemos: https://bit.ly/3wHoXpD

Spinnerbait– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7’3” MH Fast: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Heavy Flipping– Shimano Expride 7'11" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Weightless Worms– Megabass P5 Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Tail Spin/Blade– Shimano Expride 7’2” Medium LIght: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Keitech (4.8)– Fenwick World Class 7'3" Medium Heavy XFast: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

Underspin (Finesse)– Daiwa Steez AGS 7'6" Med Med Light: https://bit.ly/44wVwFk

Big Swimbait– G Loomis IMX Pro 966 SWBR: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Lipless Crankbait– G Loomis IMX Pro 855C CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Deep Crank (Tight Action)– G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Deep Crank (All Around)– Shimano Zodias 7'6" MH Glass: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Squarebill– Megabass Levante "Flat Side Special": https://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

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

Bait Finesse– Cashion Icon 6'10" Medium Light Fast: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Spoon– St. Croix Legend Elite 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Texas Rig– Shimano Poison Adrena 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/4cVIwOI

Topwater– G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

FAVORITE SPINNING RODS BY TECHNIQUE...

Strolling– Expride 6'10" Medium XFast (Solid Tip): https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Dropshot– G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Ned Rig– G Loomis NRX+ 821S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Tube– St. Croix Legend Elite 7'6" Medium: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Northern Hair Jig– St. Croix Victory 7'10" Med Light: https://bit.ly/2RPMkfV

FAVORITE BUDGET RODS BY TECHNIQUE...

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

All Around Crankbait– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

Lipless Crankbait– St. Croix Black Bass 7'2" Med Hvy Mod: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL

Jig– Fenwick Eagle 7'3" Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

Texas Rig– Daiwa Tatula XT 7’3” MH Fast: https://bit.ly/3wqRhwq

All Around– Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Dropshot/Ned Rig– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Med Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Topwater (Walking)– Abu Garcia Veritas 7' Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/3CGiPVg

Topwater (Popper) – St. Croix Bass X 6'8" Medium X Fast: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Big Swimbait– Savage Gear 8' Heavy Squad: https://bit.ly/3tT8bS2

Frog– Daiwa Tatula 7’4” Heavy Frog: http://bit.ly/2Q4NgKA

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