2025 BUYER'S GUIDE: TACKLE MANAGEMENT - STORAGE SOLUTIONS FOR BOAT, HOME, AND SHORE!

Tackle Management isn't glamorous but it's critical! Today we're taking a deep dive into the world of tackle and fishing gear storage solutions. Whether you're walking the shore, hopping on a plane, or getting in the boat, these are items we trust to keep our fishing tackle safe!

Tackle storage solutions vary greatly depending on the angler's needs. An individual moving between boats needs totally different gear than an angler who walks the bank. An individual who travels regularly needs yet another set of storage solutions. With all these different needs in mind, we've combed through our own tackle and selected some of our favorite storage solutions to give you examples of what you can do to keep your gear safe and organized.

If any of these items stand out to you, you can find them linked below. We've listed them in the order they appeared in the video to help you find the right items quickly. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACKLE STORAGE IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE...

•Buzbe Fast Flatz (Half Large): https://bit.ly/3Tu2yac

•SPRO Terminal Boxes: https://bit.ly/3L9Y03F

•Big Drip XL LoadStone: https://bit.ly/3YM2oPE

•Rig Rangler Umbrella Organizer: https://bit.ly/3DqKUw2

•Rapala Jig Box (Medium): https://bit.ly/3ubbvMP

•Spro Hair Jig Box: https://bit.ly/47LC4IK

•Plano Leader Spool Box: https://bit.ly/30VngVs

•Seaguar Line Management Bags: https://bit.ly/3yb17XZ

•Sunline Camp Line Storage Bag: https://bit.ly/47aRGnu

•Plano Edge 3600 Box: https://bit.ly/2YBaWYX

•Plano Edge 3700 Master Terminal (Hook) Box: https://bit.ly/2SuzhOm

•Plano Edge 3700 THIN Box: https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL

•Plano Edge 3700 Standard Box: http://bit.ly/2t3uHMR

•Plano Edge 3700 Deep Box: https://bit.ly/3dbdbby

•Plano Edge Flex Crankbait (SPOON): https://bit.ly/3zwITxj

•Plano Stowaway 3700 Waterproof: https://bit.ly/4kTAqty

•Buzbe Colony 15 Basic Box: https://bit.ly/3sr7aVn

•Buzbe Colony 28 Modular Terminal Box: https://bit.ly/3QxM6V1

•Buzbe Basic 28T Thin: https://bit.ly/3Qo4xfO

•Buzbe Colony 28 Modular Storage: https://bit.ly/3U9y4cl

•Buzbe Colony 28 DEEP Modular Storage: https://bit.ly/3KE6nag

•BKK OCD "Loaded" Tackle Storage System: https://bit.ly/46ph2OI

•Buzbe Colony 28 STARTER KIT: https://bit.ly/47QwP99

•Tackle Warehouse Umbrella Rig Box: https://bit.ly/3Z1xAbH

•Plano Guide Series 3600 Waterproof Case: https://bit.ly/4901jqV

•SPRO TBX 80 Large Deep Box: https://bit.ly/49aFTJS

•SPRO TBX 25 Medium Box: https://bit.ly/47BDy84

•SPRO TBX 25 Small Box: https://bit.ly/4i8Lymd

•Savage Gear Swimbait Storage System Kit: https://bit.ly/47wsAlK

•Savage Gear Swimbait Storage Boxes: https://bit.ly/49a5UsO

•Buzbe Quik Qube: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

•Buzbe Quik Qube Breeze: https://bit.ly/43ILiTG

•Nomad Splash Bag: https://bit.ly/4b96xQx

•Spro Surrpa lure Holders: https://bit.ly/3N3JEo4

•Aftco Urban Angler Backpack: https://bit.ly/3MvvoSN

•Rod Glove Tournament Rod Sleeve (Casting): https://bit.ly/3vQGmiJ

•Rod Glove Tournament Rod Sleeve (Spinning): https://bit.ly/49483mn

•Rod Glove Wraps: https://bit.ly/4oyvPiD

•Plano Guide Series Reel Locker: https://bit.ly/2WvH9A3

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Best Spinnerbaits/A Rigs– https://youtu.be/ipLAgQwf_t0

•Best Entry Level Combos– https://youtu.be/4O2ewrZzuJw

•Best Budget Baller Combos– https://youtu.be/sTtrvJ6xPYE

•Best "Affordable" Combos– https://youtu.be/HU5KG3rENDA

•High End Combos– https://youtu.be/7tj_awFmJLM

•Best "Enthusiast" Rods And Reels– https://youtu.be/J7ikDrkx6fU

•Spinning Reels– https://youtu.be/vie_pr69cdI

•Casting Reels– https://youtu.be/QLsdeEaVLJg

•Swimbaits– https://youtu.be/nVS6r2V1LvM

•BFS Baits– https://youtu.be/sR0josX-ayc

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

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2025 BUYER'S GUIDE: Best BFS Baits (Micro Hard Baits And Soft Baits For Bait Finesse Fishing)

Today we're covering the best downsized baits for bass fishing! Finesse fishing is becoming more and more important across the globe, and BFS offers a fun way to fish these micro baits effectively. In today's Buyer's Guide we're covering our favorite BFS baits for ultralight casting and spinning presentations. If you're not familiar with BFS, anything you've ever done with a spinning rod can now be done with a bait caster, and with even more precision!

BFS has been around for decades but is now sweeping the US Market. If you've ever been curious about this incredible way of fishing, now is the time to check it out! Today we've broken down all our favorite baits by category. From finesse creatures and craws, to topwater and crankbaits, you've got to give this a try! And don't forget, any of these baits can be fished effectively on spinning tackle as well if that is your preferred method of finesse fishing.

Below you'll find links to all the baits discussed in the video. We've included favorite sizes and colors where applicable to make it as easy as possible for you to find the items you want. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BEST BAIT FINESSE BAIT...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: See Through Shad, Juvy Gill, Glitz Shad

Karashi Tail Hook Replacement: https://bit.ly/4ltPizz

MICRO SWIMBAITS...

•Baitsanity Simple Bait 2" Glide: https://bit.ly/4od827Y

Colors: Bluegill, Baby Shad, Chrome

•Baitsanity Simple Bait 2" Glide Crank Minnow: https://bit.ly/4mOdXz7

Colors: Bluegill, Minnow, Baby Shad

WALKING TOPWATER...

•Owner Cultiva Zip N Ziggy: https://bit.ly/3BTMLuh

Colors: Natural Minnow, Shiner, Brown Trout

•Megabass Dog X Jr. Coayu: https://bit.ly/475zcoD

Colors: GG Wakasagi, Bahama Milk Pearl

UNIQUE BAIT...

•Duo Realis Spinbait 70: https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Green Smelt

•Duo Realis Mido Pico: https://bit.ly/45ao366

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Wakasagi

POPPERS...

•Megabass Baby Pop X: https://bit.ly/3QgjPDY

Colors: Mat Shad, MG Sexy Stream

•Damiki Umpa 40 BFS Popper: https://bit.ly/42XSQkD

Colors: Bone, Mossy Shad

JERKBAITS...

•Megabass X80 Jr BFS: https://bit.ly/3KFaLoz

Color: ITO Tennessee Shad, Elegy Bone

•Duo Realis Rozante 63 SP: https://bit.ly/3EFMLOY

Color: All Bait, Komoche Wakasagi

•Duo Realis Rozante 57MR: https://bit.ly/3YurtNa

Color: Ghost Minnow, Ghost Wakasagi

•Daiwa TD Minnow 75 SP: https://bit.ly/3zfelTX

Color: Pro Purple, Wakasagi

CRANKBAITS...

•Megabass BFS Griffin SR–X: https://bit.ly/3qOyDj6

Colors: Phantom Green Craw, Mat Shad, MB Gizzard

•Megabass BFS Griffin MR–X: https://bit.ly/47of55j

Colors: Phantom Green Craw, Mat Shad, MB Gizzard

•Damiki Disco 40: https://bit.ly/432XZaY

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad

•Damiki Disco Deep 38 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/3nwY1rk

Colors: Real Shad, Mossy Shad

•Bill Lewis Gnat: https://bit.ly/3URb85s

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Red Glitter Craw

NED HEADS...

•ZMan Ned Lockz HD: http://bit.ly/2kIgRYK

Size: 1/10 oz

•ZMan Ned Lockz EWG: https://bit.ly/3OWdp9W

Size: 1/10 oz

CREATURE BAITS...

•ZMan TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Sprayed Grass

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Craw: https://bit.ly/4ckYPmX

Colors: Grass Craw, Tilapia

•Xzone Stealth Finesse Creature: https://bit.ly/3M0BXOU

Colors: Black Blue/ Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

FINESSE SWIMBAITS...

•Xzone 2.75 Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

•ZMan TRD GobyZ: https://bit.ly/3P35U1R

Colors: The Deal, Goby Bryant

•Dirty Jigs Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/8 oz

WACKY RIG...

•Yamamoto 5" Thin Senko: https://bit.ly/43d1Tgn

Colors: Green Pumpkin Red, Natural Shad

•Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap Hook (Size 2): https://bit.ly/2aKGmHM

BAIT FINESSE FISHING LINE...

•Daiwa J Fluoro Samurai Hidden FC: https://bit.ly/3ILKXH0

Favorite Size: 7 lb

•Seaguar PEX8: https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Favorite Sizes: 16, 18, 21 lb

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Best Spinnerbaits/A Rigs– https://youtu.be/ipLAgQwf_t0

•Best Entry Level Combos– https://youtu.be/4O2ewrZzuJw

•Best Budget Baller Combos– https://youtu.be/sTtrvJ6xPYE

•Best "Affordable" Combos– https://youtu.be/HU5KG3rENDA

•High End Combos– https://youtu.be/7tj_awFmJLM

•Best "Enthusiast" Rods And Reels– https://youtu.be/J7ikDrkx6fU

•Spinning Reels– https://youtu.be/vie_pr69cdI

•Casting Reels– https://youtu.be/QLsdeEaVLJg

•Swimbaits– https://youtu.be/nVS6r2V1LvM

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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

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2025 BUYER'S GUIDE: The Best Swimbaits For Bass Fishing! (Glide Baits, Soft Baits, Hard Baits)

Don't be intimidated by swimbaits! Swimbait fishing is easy! Today we're diving into the world of swimbaits. We're showing you the best glide baits, soft baits, and hard baits for bass fishing. Forget the hype, forget the high dollar price tags, we're showing you affordable baits that outperform nearly all of the pricey options on the market!

Whether you like line thru baits, glides, wakes, or bluegill imitators, there is a bait here for you! We're also covering the best swimbait rods and swimbait reels! In our travels around the country we've had the unique opportunity to dial in which baits are most effective across a variety of conditions. We've let the niche baits fall away and focused all our attention on the core baits that will catch fish for you regardless of where you live.

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment discussed int he video. We've included our favorite colors for each, as well as any specific components you need to fish them properly. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

FULL SWIMBAIT SEMINAR: https://youtu.be/mAuslfbxtBk

TOPWATER...

•River2Sea Tactical Wake 210: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Colors: Chrome Gill, Copper Carp

COVER GLIDE BAITS...

•Clutch Eco Glide: https://bit.ly/4bsZX9q

Colors: Gizzard, Threadfin

•Savage Gear 6.5" Glide Swimmer: https://bit.ly/4eGJ5No

Colors: Ghost Trout, Ghost Bone, Dirty Silver Flash

SHAD GLIDES...

•Spro Chad Shad: https://bit.ly/3AqivoQ

Color: Threadfin Shad, Gizzard Shad

•Bucca Brand 6" Trick Shad: https://bit.ly/4hFD5Go

Color: Gizzard Magic, Threadfintastic, Matte Shad

OPEN WATER GLIDES...

•Baitsanity Explorer Trout: https://bit.ly/33bQyxY

Colors: TW Steelhead, Kokanee, Hatchery Trout

•Baitsanity 11.5" Chimera Shad: https://bit.ly/3U1em4P

Colors: Ghost Gizzard Shad, Gizzard Shad

•Savage Gear Scandal 250: https://bit.ly/48q7MNJ

Colors: Rainbow Trout, Hitch, Ghost Bone

BLUEGILL HARD BAITS...

•Jackall Gantarel: https://bit.ly/2adZI3R

Colors: RT Bluegill, RT Ghost Gill

•Baitsanity Explorer Gill: https://bit.ly/3F65FxK

Colors: Female Bluegill, Bluegill

BOOT TAIL SOFT BAITS...

•Megabass Magdraft Swimbait: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Preferred Sizes: 6" and 8"

Colors: White Back Shad, Nude Rainbow, Albino Pearl Shad

Bacca Burrito Swimbaits (Fast Sink): https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Sizes: 5" and 6"

Colors: Tactical Shad, Tactical Gizzard Shad, Tactical Chart Shad

•Zman Swag LT: https://bit.ly/3Kpz6l3

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Sight Flash

WEEDLESS SWIMBAIT...

•Megabass Magdraft Freestyle: https://bit.ly/3bRG3Wi

Colors: White Back Shad, Albino Pearl Shad

Jighead– ZMan Diezel Eye: https://bit.ly/4db6LI2

Size: 6/0 Hook

Hook– Owner 8/0 Beast: https://bit.ly/2ancP66

Size: 1/2 oz or 3/4 oz

BLUEGILL SOFT BAITS...

•Megabass Sleeper Gill: https://bit.ly/3HPvgMT

Colors: Gill, Gillkko

•Savage Gear RTF Bluegill: https://bit.ly/2xx1zjH

Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Bluegill

•Savage Gear Line Thru Bluegill: https://bit.ly/3pCRab7

Colors: Bluegill, Ghost Bluegill

SOFT WEDGE TAILS...

•Huddleston 8" Trout (ROF 12): https://bit.ly/2UVHiuQ

Colors: Rainbow Trout

•ZMan 6" ShadTron LT: https://bit.ly/46oXNoG

Colors: Blueback Herring, Threadfin Shad

SOFT GLIDE BAITS...

•Savage Gear Soft Shine Glide: https://bit.ly/3WE2eIP

Colors: Gizzard Shad

•Raid Osakana Slide: https://bit.ly/417QgrV

Colors: TW Shad, Hustler

•Grow Design Flag 170: https://bit.ly/46LrrVS

Colors: Albino Purple

SWIMBAIT RODS...

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

Model: 806 Heavy

•St. Croix Victory: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

Model: 7'10" Heavy (SB Ranger)

•Shimano Outlier: https://bit.ly/3EuHPiT

Models: 7'9" MH, 7'11" H

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

Model: 7'11" XH

SWIMBAIT REELS...

•Shimano Tranx 300 B (HG): https://bit.ly/40QzQ7b

•Shimano Conquest MD: https://bit.ly/3ZBEK5p

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Best Spinnerbaits/A Rigs– https://youtu.be/ipLAgQwf_t0

•Best Entry Level Combos– https://youtu.be/4O2ewrZzuJw

•Best Budget Baller Combos– https://youtu.be/sTtrvJ6xPYE

•Best "Affordable" Combos– https://youtu.be/HU5KG3rENDA

•High End Combos– https://youtu.be/7tj_awFmJLM

•Best "Enthusiast" Rods And Reels– https://youtu.be/J7ikDrkx6fU

•Spinning Reels– https://youtu.be/vie_pr69cdI

•Casting Reels– https://youtu.be/QLsdeEaVLJg

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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

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2025 BUYER'S GUIDE: The Best Casting Reels For Fishing! (Budget To Enthusiast)

These are the best Baitcasting Reels on the market! 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 check them out!

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 all around the industry. Price, weight, and durability,, 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.

KEY DAIWA CASTING REELS...

•Daiwa Aird 80: https://bit.ly/46up5Mx

Favorite Speed: 7.5:1

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

Speed: 7.3:1

•Daiwa Tatula 200: https://bit.ly/4ig0woA

Speed: 7.3:1

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

Speed: 7.3:1

•Daiwa Kage SV: https://bit.ly/3JEBep4

Speed: 7.1:1

•Daiwa Mangetsu: https://bit.ly/3YwWAZK