Early Spring Gear Review! Rods, Reels, And Baits For Bass Fishing!

Check out all this awesome new gear for bass fishing! We're reviewing a high-end rod line, then looking at a great budget-friendly reel. We're covering baits from BFS and Finesse, all the way up to big swimbaits. If you're a bass fisherman (or a trout fisherman), this one is for you!

This review is packed full of amazing baits and gear! We've spent the Fall and early Winter testing and comparing a ton of new products and these are the best of the best! Whether you finesse fish or power fish, minnow fish or drag a worm, there is something here for everyone!

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

THE GEAR IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE...

•Megabass Great Hunting "Huntsman" Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/48URsnX

Model Shown: 6' Light Med Fast

•Megabass Great Hunting GH 51 FS Humpback: https://bit.ly/4sdt1JU

Favorite Colors: AL Indicator Yamame, Takumi Yamame

•Abu Garcia Max5 300 Casting Reel: https://bit.ly/4pYubaE

•Bucca Brand 2.5" Trick Shad: https://bit.ly/4blc761

Colors: Matte Shad, Threadfintastic

•Rapala DT 12 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/4pSzbNU

Colors: Citrus Shad, Crystal Craw, Lemon Shad

•DUH 2.0 Spoon: https://bit.ly/4iGlkrd

Colors: Tactical Shad, Shattered Glass Silver, Sierra

•Yamamoto Uni Bait: https://bit.ly/4q359Hp

Colors: Baby Bass, Natural Shad, Green Pumpkin

•Hog Farmer Utility Player Worm: https://bit.ly/4s8AzxH

Colors: Junebug, Green Pumpkin, Plum

•MissileBaits Freedom Flyer: https://bit.ly/4qnPvGn

Colors: Electric Shad, Live Minnow, Silver Shiner

•MissileBaits Eye Roll Head: https://bit.ly/3JiR3BP

•Buzbe Lure Sleeves: https://bit.ly/4pcb1wP

•Berkley Chop Block Glide Bait: https://bit.ly/44MelaG

Colors: CA Hitch, Chrome Gizzard, Shad

•Bill Lewis Big Gizz: https://bit.ly/494ZoSb

Colors: Numb Shad, Chrome Black Shad

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

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

Speed: 7.3:1

•Daiwa Steez 70 CT SV TW: https://bit.ly/3esUZjg

Speed: 7.1:1

KEY ABU GARCIA REELS...

•Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/4pGZ4Az

Speed: 7.5:1

•Abu Garcia Revo SX LP: https://bit.ly/40nsz0i

Speed: 7.3:1

•Abu Garcia Zata Tact Z: https://bit.ly/3B8E7Ks

Speed: 7.1:1

•Abu Garcia Zenon X: https://bit.ly/4klsOju

Speed: 8.3:1

•Abu Garcia Beast 200: https://bit.ly/49BAQlE

Speed: 7.3:1

SEVIIN REELS...

•Seviin GF: https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ

Speed: 7.3:1

•Seviin GX: https://bit.ly/4octPMZ

Speed: 8.1:1

FULL FRAME SHIMANO REELS...

•Shimano SLX A 150: https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Speed: 7.2:1

•Shimano SLX XT: https://bit.ly/3YgnWE8

Speed: 7.2:1

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

Speed: 7.4:1

•Shimano Curado 200 M: https://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Speed: 7.4:1

•Shimano Bantam MGL A: https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Speed: 7.1:1

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

Speed: 7.1:1

FINESSE FRAME SHIMANO REELS...

•Shimano SLX 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

Speed: 7.2:1

•Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Speed: 7.4:1

•Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL: https://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

Speed: 7.4:1

•Shimano Metanium DC A 70: https://bit.ly/49al91d

Speed: 7.1:1

AMERICAN STYLE BFS REELS...

•Abu Garcia Revo X BFS: https://bit.ly/4flqwi3

Speed: 7.3:1

•Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Speed: 8.2:1

•Abu Garcia Zenon MG–LTX BFS: https://bit.ly/4aSBckW

Speed: 8.3:1

JDM BFS REELS...

•Ark Gravity BFS: https://bit.ly/3UtgXnY

Speed: 8.1:1

•Daiwa Tatula BF 70 BF: https://bit.ly/4b7UbYM

Speed: 8.1:1

•Daiwa PX BF 70: https://bit.ly/3y0fWw0

Speed: 8.6:1

•Shimano Aldebaran BFS: https://bit.ly/3ryXKpR

Speed: 7.8:1

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Best Jigs– https://youtu.be/KVy_HzsNdv4

•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

•Jig And Minnow– https://youtu.be/oUbtQNb6ok4

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

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

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

This changes everything you think you know about spinning reels! Whether you're looking for an affordable spinning reel, or something high end that will last a lifetime, these are the best options we've found! We're comparing features and durability, across brands, but we're also teaching you how to predict the benefits of a reel without using it. You don't want to miss this information!

Spinning reels are inherently difficult to build. Shimano and Daiwa rule this category, but there are a handful of other reels that are holding their own as well. Today we're looking at what makes each of these reels stand out, as well as what you need to know to make an educated decision about purchasing a reel.

Below you'll find links to the exact reels in today's video. We've included our favorite sizes for each model. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of the items.

ABU GARCIA SPINNING REELS...

•Abu Garcia Zenon X: https://bit.ly/4oYH7fY

Favorite Size: 2500

•Abu Garcia Zenon LTX: https://bit.ly/4oYH7fY

Favorite Size: 2500

SHIMANO STAND ALONE SPINNING REELS...

•Shimano Nexave FI: https://bit.ly/3nhj4f1

Favorite Size: 2500

•Shimano Sedona FJ: https://bit.ly/3L30djp

Favorite Size: 2500

SHIMANO CORE SOLID SPINNING REELS...

•Shimano NASCI: https://bit.ly/2g278cC

Size: 2500

•Shimano Ultegra: https://bit.ly/2nfApml

Size: 2500HG

•Shimano Stradic FM: https://bit.ly/4hkHxdn

Size: 3000

•Shimano Twin Power FE: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

Size: 3000

•Shimano Stella FK: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Size: 2500 – 3000

SHIMANO MGL SPINNING REELS...

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

Size: 2500

•Shimano Vanford FA: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

Size: 2500 – 3000

•Shimano Sustain: https://bit.ly/47SJ3R6

Size: 2500

•Shimano Exsence: https://bit.ly/4oBLYnM

Size: 2500 – 3000

DAIWA SPINNING REELS...

•Daiwa Revros LT: https://bit.ly/3rpoPw9

Size: 2000

•Daiwa Regal LT: https://bit.ly/3Uh7GPH

Size: 2000

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

Size: 2000

•Daiwa Eliminator: https://bit.ly/3Xd4iHf

Size: 2500

•Daiwa Tatula MQ LT: https://bit.ly/3IWhxbv

Size: 2500

•Daiwa Ballistic MQ LT: https://bit.ly/4oesPrk

Favorite Size: 2500

•Daiwa Tatula Elite: https://bit.ly/4f74P56

Favorite Size: 3000 – 4000

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

Favorite Size: 2000 – 2500

•Daiwa Certate LT: https://bit.ly/35Kclij

Size: 3000D–XH

•Daiwa Exist G LT: https://bit.ly/453vyds

Size: 2500–XH

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Best Jigs– https://youtu.be/KVy_HzsNdv4

•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

•Jig And Minnow– https://youtu.be/oUbtQNb6ok4

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 Fall Gear Review!! The Best Rods, Reels, And Baits For 2025!

This new gear is amazing! Let's check it out! From the best rod and reel additions to hit the market this season, to the best senko we've seen in years, as well as fuzzy baits and dark sleepers, this video is jam packed with incredible baits and gear that will have positive impacts on your bass fishing! We've put a ton of time on the water exploring all the new tackle to hit the market and today we're bringing you the best of the best!

I can't remember the last time we had a gear review that was packed with this many "must have" baits! When Matt reveals a senko color and says "it's the best color to launch in the last 10 years", that carries a lot of weight! Add in the Zman fuzzy baits, a new dark sleeper, the smallest glide bait on earth, and so many other great offerings that its hard to keep track, you've got a serious video in front of you!

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

EXPRIDE ROD...

•Shimano Expride B: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Model: 7'4" Medium +

ABU GARCIA REEL...

•Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/4pGZ4Az

DARK SLEEPER...

•Megabass 4.5" Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/42xdRnN

Colors: Haze, Numa Chichibu

FUZZY BAITS...

•Zman Fuzzy Nuggetz: https://bit.ly/3KFn2Mv

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Goby

•Zman Fuzzy Bugz: https://bit.ly/46T7AVH

Colors: The Deal, Green Pumpkin Goby, Green Pumpkin

•Zman Fuzzy TRD: https://bit.ly/48y7rIA

Colors: Green Pumpkin Goby, Green Pumpkin

FLUOROCARBON...

•Seaguar JDM Grand Max: https://bit.ly/46eb98G

Favorite Sizes: 7, 8, 10 lb

THE SENKO...

•Yamamoto Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Sungill

SLING SHAD...

•Megabass Sling Shad: https://bit.ly/41tgaaT

Colors: G Bluegill, Hasu, Wakasagi

BAITSANITY 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

KARASHI REPLACEMENT HOOK...

•Megabass Tinsel Hook: https://bit.ly/4ltPizz

Size: 10

DROPSHOT HOOK...

•Owner Jungle Dropshot Hook: https://bit.ly/4nRKl49

Size: 4, 2, 1

TUNGSTEN GUPPY...

•Dirty Jigs Tungsten Guppy: https://bit.ly/4nfOJtT

Size: 1/8 – 1/4 oz

NAIL WEIGHT...

•Gamakatsu TG Trigger Nail: https://bit.ly/48EMWtI

Sizes: 1/16 – 1/8 oz

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