2025 BUYER'S GUIDE: Best Budget Baller Rod And Reel Combos!
Today we're covering the best budget-friendly rods and reels for bass fishing! If you're looking for quality gear to take your fishing to the next level, this is for you! We've completely revamped the Buyer's Guide Series this year so you may be surprised by many of these pairings.
The goal of today's video is to find quality gear at the best price. The 'budget" category is often mistaken for "beginner" gear, and this couldn't be farther from the truth. There are price-conscious anglers at every skill level and we've taken each of them into consideration. If you're looking to get the most for your money, this is for you! Many of these rods and reels outperform the high end gear from just a few years ago.
Below you'll find links to the exact rod and reel combos in today's video. We've included our favorite models from each product line and our favorite reel sizes and speeds for each combo. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
BUDGET CASTING COMBOS (In Order Of Price)...
Rod #1 – Cashion Element Z2: https://bit.ly/48w69eC
Favorite Models: 6'9" Medium, 7' Medium Heavy, 7'3" Heavy Fast
Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT: https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Favorite Speed: 7.2:1
Rod #2 – St. Croix Black Bass: https://bit.ly/4cX7VHL
Favorite Models: 6'8" Medium, 7'1" medium Heavy, 7'4" Heavy
Reel– Seviin GF: https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ
Favorite Speed: 7.3:1
Rod #3 – Dobyns Fury: https://bit.ly/2bGvlVV
Favorite Models: 7' Medium Heavy, 7'6" Medium Heavy
Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH
Favorite Speed: 7.3:1
BUDGET SPINNING COMBOS (In Order Of Price)...
Rod #1 – St. Croix Black Bass: https://bit.ly/4diwkqT
Favorite Models: 6'10" Medium Light, 7'3" Medium
Reel– Shimano Miravel: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5
Favorite Size: 2500
Rod #2 – Dobyns Fury: https://bit.ly/2e7HZPF
Favorite Models: 7' Medium Light, 7' Medium
Reel– Shimano Ultegra: https://bit.ly/3YsflNS
Favorite Size: 2500
Rod #3 – Fenwick HMG: https://bit.ly/4cXBAjD
Favorite Models: 6'10" Medium, 7'1" Medium
Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ
Favorite Size: 2500
BUDGET BFS COMBO...
Rod– Cashion Element Z2: https://bit.ly/48w69eC
Model: 6'10" Medium Light
Reel– Ark Gravity BFS: https://bit.ly/3UtgXnY
Favorite Speed: 7.1:1
BUDGET SWIMBAIT COMBO...
Rod– Shimano SLX A Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3QbMjvs
Model: 7'8" Heavy
Reel– Shimano Cardiff A 300: https://bit.ly/2cvhtMO
PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...
•Best Jigs– https://youtu.be/KVy_HzsNdv4
•Best Chatterbaits– https://youtu.be/NaLpakzewTs
•Best Spinnerbaits/A Rigs– https://youtu.be/ipLAgQwf_t0
•Best Fishing Rods– https://youtu.be/d4sEMLCcETs
•Best Entry Level Combos– https://youtu.be/4O2ewrZzuJw
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
