ICAST GEAR REVIEW: The Best Rods, Reels, And Baits of 2025!

Here are the "best of the best" from ICAST 2025! These rods, reels, and baits, stole the show! From high end rods to budget reels, micro craw baits to big glide baits, there was a ton of exciting new gear to check out! Let's take a look!

It's easy to be overwhelmed by all the new gear at ICAST. It's hard to tell what will help your fishing, and what will just empty your wallet. Instead of risking your hard earned money on mystery gear, let us cut through the hype and show you the real stand outs! Expect a 2nd review video in the coming months to cover additional baits and gear as they become available for purchase and testing.

Below, You'll find links to all the baits and equipment in today's video, listed in the order they appeared. We've even included our favorite sizes and colors where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each.

TATULA RODS...

•Daiwa Tatula Cork Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/45setg4

•Daiwa Tatula Cork Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/4f8RRV2

ST. CROIX RODS...

•St. Croix Legend X2 Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3IOSXcJ

•St. Croix Legend X2 Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/4farXAh

SPINNING REELS...

•Shimano Exsence Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3UHL2jP

Favorite Size: 2500

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

Favorite Size: 2000

CASTING REELS...

•Daiwa Tatula X: https://bit.ly/3IPdYDV

Favorite Speed: 7.1:1

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

Favorite Speed: 7.4:1

•Seviin GX: https://bit.ly/4octPMZ

Favorite Speed: 7.3:1

CHATTERBAIT...

•Zman Micro Max Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/4odPVyC

Favorite Colors: Black Blue, Bluegill, Spot Remover

DUO REALIS HARDBAIT...

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

Favorite Colors: Ghost Pearl, Ivory Halo, Morning Dawn

Great Lakes Finesse Micro Baits...

•Micro Snack Craw: https://bit.ly/4lOsTgf

Colors: Brown Pumpkin Special, Green Pumpkin Float

•Micro Juvy Craw Tube: https://bit.ly/4fdTgKd

Colors: Brown Pumpkin Special, Motor Oil

•Mini Pro Tube Head: https://bit.ly/41C1W6g

Hook Size: 1

KARASHI COLORS...

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

Ghost Color: See–Through Shad

Solid Color: Glitz Shad

Bluegill Color: Juvy Gill

GIANT DOG X COLORS...

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Chrome Color: Spot Light Shad

Bone Color: Bone Python

Bluegill Color: Juvy Gill

MEGABASS SOFT BAIT...

•Megabass Haze ST: https://bit.ly/4l1S2Tq

Colors: Moroko, Live Wakasagi, Tennessee Shad

GLIDE BAIT...

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

Colors: Ghost Gizzard Shad, Hatchery Trout, Gizzard Shad

DIRTY JIGS...

•Weekender Swim Jig: https://bit.ly/3HbHUtx

Colors: Alabama Bream, Tactical Shad

•Weekender Casting Jig: https://bit.ly/40GfPRE

Colors: Supermatt Brown, The Go To

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

Bass Fishing Gear Review! Best Baits, Tackle, And Gear For Summer Fishing!

These are the HOTTEST new baits and tackle to hit the bass fishing scene this Summer! After countless hours of testing, we've found the best new gear of the year! We've got rods from Daiwa, storage from Plano, and a ton o baits from around the industry! Let's go!!

This buyer's guide is all about quality bass fishing gear! We've got a strong focus on soft plastics, but there are a few other key items as well. Whether you're looking for a new rod, a bait that will get bit when others won't, or a better way to store tackle, we've got you covered! These review allow our inner tackle junkies to run wild, but they also offer a unique look into the constant refinements this industry is making to stay ahead of heavily pressured fish and changing conditions.

Below you'll find links to all of the gear in the video. We've listed it in the order it appears so it's easy for you to find. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PLANO BOXES...

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

•Plano Stowaway 3700: https://bit.ly/3HpnUDA

•Plano Stowaway 3600: https://bit.ly/458VCag

DAIWA RODS...

•Daiwa Power Scope Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/3FGPr2H

Favorite Models: 6' Ultralight, 6'8" Light Regular

HOOKS AND JIGHEADS...

•Owner Multi Offset Hook: https://bit.ly/4mwCrgE

Favorite Sizes: 2/0 – 4/0

•ZMan Ultimate Elaztech Head: https://bit.ly/3FGqDI8

Favorite Sizes: 3/16 – 1/4 oz

SOFT BAITS...

•ZMan FattyZ Thick Stickz: https://bit.ly/45FaeOE

Colors: Junebug, TW Bruiser

•Big Bite Baits FAFO: https://bit.ly/43HHnGY

Colors: Hematoma, 1099, Green Pumpkin

•Xzone Rally Shad: https://bit.ly/43QjflK

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Gallant's Gas

•Black Label SnapShot: https://bit.ly/3SBIWB9

Colors: Twisted Green Pumpkin Purple, Green Pumpkin Dawn

•6th Sense Flip Gill: https://bit.ly/3ZOdsM0

Colors: 4K Bluegill, Bluegill Magic, Ghost Gill

•Bass Assassin KO Assassin: https://bit.ly/4krOxq3

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Bluegill

•OSP Magnum Dice (Non Salted): https://bit.ly/45FqVti

Colors: Green Pumpkin Pepper, Invincible Shrimp

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

Bass Fishing Gear Review! The Hottest New Rods, Reels, And Baits!

Some awesome new gear has come to market! Let's check it out! After experimenting with all the new baits and gear to hit the market this Spring, these are our top picks! From rods and reels, to new baits and gear, these items will make a difference in your fishing this Spring and Summer!

Gear reviews are some of our favorite videos to make! Our inner tackle junkies come pouring out as we search for the best baits and equipment from all around the fishing industry. In today's video we begin with an affordable spinning reel, a custom bait caster, and a high end rod. From there we explore everything from apparel, to baits!

Below you'll find links to all the baits and gear shown in the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared, and included our favorite models, colors and sizes where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

REELS AND RODS...

•Shimano Ultegra FD Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/2nfApml

Favorite Size: 2500 – 3000

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

Speed: 7.3:1

•Great Lakes Finesse CX Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/4m8BJGs

Favorite Model: 7'8" Medium Heavy X Fast

APPAREL...

•Aftco All Day Pants: https://bit.ly/3H85zuC

Color: Elmwood

FISHING LINE...

•Sunline Almight 600 Yard Spool: https://bit.ly/3xb44ql

Favorite Sizes: 16 – 18 lb

TOPWATER...

•Jackall Riser Bait 012: https://bit.ly/4jJ9I6L

Favorite Colors: Chrome, Mirror Wakasagi

•Jackall Riser Bait 007: https://bit.ly/2uxwC9Q

Favorite Color: Chrome, Mirror Wakasagi

MINNOW...

•Damiki Fat Armor Shad: https://bit.ly/435tuCj

Colors: RP Blue Pearl, American Shad

HAIR JIG...

•Great Lakes Finesse Maribou Jig: https://bit.ly/4iPXoA2

Favorite Size And Color: 3/32 oz, Black

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

Spring Gear Review! The Hottest Baits And Gear For 2025 Bass Fishing!

This gear review is packed with incredible baits and tackle! With the Bassmaster Classic behind us, it's time to explore all the awesome new gear that's come to market! From a high end reel, to new chatterbaits, to soft baits and terminal tackle, this gear review is packed with awesome gear for bass fishing!

There were so many products launched around the Classic, it will make your head spin! How do you even know where to start? We're here to help! We've put in the time to find the very best baits and gear that stand out from the crowd. With Spring upon us, this is a great time to build confidence in a new technique!

Below you'll find links to the exact gear discussed in the video. We've included favorite colors and sizes where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE REEL...

•Shimano Antares 100 B: https://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx

Favorite Speed: 7.4:1

THE GLIDE BAIT...

•Shimano Gravitator 220 SS Glidebait: https://bit.ly/43HbYpQ

Colors: Sexy Shad, Ghost Shad, G Shad

THE CHATTERBAITS AND TRAILERS...

•ZMan Baby Jack Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/4jvWTMx

Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Bhite Delight, Black Blue

•Zman Elite Evo Mini Max Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/3EahpTT

Colors: Electric Shad, TW Green Pumpkin Watermelon

•Yamamoto Slim Zako: https://bit.ly/4ia3efg

Colors: Green Pumpkin Shimmer, Zako

•Hog Farmer 4" Stroll Shad: https://bit.ly/3ALs7OI

Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow, Green Shad

THE SPINNERBAIT...

•Nichols Dirty Flake Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/427QocQ

Colors: Tactical Shad, Alabama Bream, Spot Killer

THE BR FISH...

•Duo Realis BR Fish: https://bit.ly/3Twy751

Colors: Seguro Katakuchi, Pepper Prism, Smokey Magic

•Duo Realis BR Head: https://bit.ly/3MV2y0C

Sizes: 1/10 oz, 3/16 oz

NOMAD SOFT BAIT...

•Nomad Live Ops Fall Out: https://bit.ly/44n7mW7

Colors: Tennessee Shad, Pink Shiner, Ice

TERMINAL TACKLE...

•Dirty Jigs 5/0 Guppy Head: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/4 – 1/2 oz

•Gamakatsu Big Bait Special Treble Hook: https://bit.ly/42ot615

Favorite Sizes: 1, 1/0, 2/0

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