2025 BUYER'S GUIDE: The Finest Rods And Reels Money Can Buy! Enthusiast Tackle!
The Ultimate Rod and Reel buyer’s guide is here! Let's dive into the most expensive fishing gear you can get! G Loomis, Megabass, St. Croix, Shimano, 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 wants to see what's out there, this video is packed with information to educate you about the finest gear on the market!
High–end gear is amazing! The benefits to your fishing are numerous when the budget is removed and every price is considered. Of course, at this price, you don't want to purchase a dud, so we’re taking all the guesswork out of this gear. We're showing you our personal favorite models and explaining what makes each model stand out from the rest.
Below you’ll find links to every combo discussed. We’ve listed them in the order we show them, and included our favorite models, reel speeds, or reel sizes for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
SPINNING COMBOS... (lowest price to highest price)
Rod– G Loomis NRX+ JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Rod– G Loomis NRX+ SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP
Favorite Models: 852S JWR, 901S SJR, 902S SJR
Reel– Shimano Exsence: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Favorite Size: 2500
Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme: https://bit.ly/37UhrKR
Favorite Models: 7' Medium, 7'6" Medium
Reel– Daiwa Certate LT: https://bit.ly/35Kclij
Favorite Size: 3000 XHD–XH
Rod– Megabass Destroyer Evoluzion: https://bit.ly/4nxU53D
Favorite Models: Lycaon LD, Tsubamegaeshi
Reel– Daiwa Exist G LT: https://bit.ly/453vyds
Favorite Size: 2500 XH
Rod– G Loomis Conquest SJR: https://bit.ly/2BiGUNi
Favorite Models: 902S SJR, 843S SJR
Reel– Shimano Stella FK: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u
Favorite Size: 2500 HG
CASTING COMBOS... (lowest price to highest price)
Rod– G Loomis NRX+ Mag Bass Casting: https://bit.ly/2SuZG15
Rod– G Loomis NRX+ Jig and Worm Casting: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq
Favorite Models: 843C MBR, 844C MBR, 852C JWR
Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50: https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy
Favorite Speed: HG 7.4:1
Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu
Favorite Models: 7'4" Heavy, 6'8" Medium, 7'1" Medium Heavy
Reel– Abu Garcia Zenon MG–X: https://bit.ly/4dv7WT0
Favorite Speed: 8.3:1
Rod– Daiwa Steez AGS Casting: https://bit.ly/3RhFit1
Favorite Models: 7'2" Moving Bait Versatile, 7'5" Bottom Contact
Reel– Daiwa Steez 70 CT SV TW: https://bit.ly/3esUZjg
Favorite Speed: 8.1:1
Rod– Megabass Destroyer Evoluzion: https://bit.ly/4oXDY0A
Favorite Models: Elsiel, The Destruction, Oneten Stick Evolution
Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL: https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Speed: HG 7.1:1
Rod– G Loomis Conquest Casting: https://bit.ly/2iL1PAY
Favorite Models: 843C MBR, 844C MBR, 905C MBR
Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL: https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Speed: HG 7.1:1
Rod– Shimano Poison Ultima: https://bit.ly/3OfNBGe
Favorite Models: 6'10" Medium, 7'4" Medium Heavy
Reel– Shimano Antares 100 B: https://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx
Favorite Speed: 7.4:1
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
•Best Budget Baller Combos– https://youtu.be/sTtrvJ6xPYE
•Best "Affordable" Combos– https://youtu.be/HU5KG3rENDA
•High End Combos– https://youtu.be/7tj_awFmJLM
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
