Bass Fishing Gear Review! New Rods, Reels, Swimbaits, Crankbaits and Soft Plastics!

These are the hottest new baits to hit the bass fishing scene this Summer! After countless hours of testing, we've found the best budget rods and reels, awesome new swimbaits, and a variety of hard baits and soft baits to help you catch more bass. 

Whether you're bass fishing on a budget, or looking for the best new baits, we've got you covered! These gear reviews are some of our favorite videos to make because they let our inner tackle junkies run wild! They also offer a unique look into the constant refinements we're making with our own fishing to stay ahead of heavily pressured fish and changing conditions.  

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

RODS AND REELS... 

-Shimano Sahara FJ Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3NweYtz

Preferred Sizes: 1000, 3000

-Dobyns Maverick Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Favorite Models: 7'3" Mag Heavy, 7'3" Medium Heavy, 7' MH Cranking

HARD BAITS... 

-13 Fishing Jabber Jaw Deep: https://bit.ly/3QLxoZS

Colors: Olive Shad, Green Gizzard Shad, Day Old Guac

-Shimano Macbeth Crankbaits: https://bit.ly/3xTsnG0

Favorite Size: 39 Tiny

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad, Ghost Shad

-Shimano Macbeth 50: https://bit.ly/3Ox41IM

Favorite Size: 50S (Shallow)

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Sleeper Shad, Ghost Shad

-Shimano Macbeth Flat Side: https://bit.ly/3QNYS1g

Colors: Clear Green Craw, Red Craw, Sleeper Shad

-SPRO Spin John 80 SpyBait: https://bit.ly/3ycTg9o

Colors: Herring Pink, Matte Shad

RELATED BFS CRANKBAITS... 

-Megabass Super Z Z1 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/2Y9dkHB

Colors: Matte Craw 2, Wild Craw, Kasumi Ito

-Rapala Ultra Light Crankbait: https://bit.ly/3qSt14V

Colors: Chrome, Shad, Yellow Perch

SWIMBAITS...

-Big Bite Baits B5 Line Thru: https://bit.ly/3LLU4pm

Colors: Blue Gizzard, Pearly Shad, Bling

Hook Upgrade: Owner ST-56 (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2cVg7xW

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

Colors: Gill, Gillkko, Sunshine Gill OB

LINE THRU SWIMBAIT COMBO FROM PREVIOUS REVIEW... 

Rod- Gamakatsu JDM Luxxe Avenge 7' MH: https://bit.ly/3hzK2ee

Reel- 13 Fishing Concept C2: https://bit.ly/2NlzZhg

Line- Sunline Super FC 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

SOFT PLASTICS... 

-Nichols Tape Worm: https://bit.ly/3yhaS3X

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Junebug, Best Color Ever

-SPRO CJ Smasher Worm: https://bit.ly/39JLZoh

Colors: Watermelon Red, Green Pumpkin Purple, Goby

-Netbait STH Flat Sided Shad Worm: https://bit.ly/3OBN9AW

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Killer G, Shiner

-Deps Frilled Shad: https://bit.ly/3yeCwyq

Colors: Silver Shiner, Clear, Purple Neon

Hook- Gamakatsu Round Ball (3/0): http://bit.ly/2dJAhec

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HUMMINBIRD MEGA LIVE - Full Review - What You Need To Know About Live Sonar

Live sonar is here to stay! Forward facing sonar technology is incredible and its benefits are endless. However, like any sonar, there is a learning curve. Understanding how to set up your unit, what adjustments to make, and how to interpret what you're seeing, are all critical to your experience with Live electronics. Come along as Tim shows what he's done to dial in his Humminbird Live.

This is the first video in a series on Live sonar. We want to help anglers fully understand the technology and how to use it to their advantage. With all new concepts in fishing, there are some anglers who are aggressively opposed to forward facing sonar. We recognize those concerns but are also aware that many stem from a lack of understanding about the equipment. As you can see in the video, forward facing sonar is not a sure thing. Yes, it helps you locate fish but you still have to get them to bite. 

Below you'll find links to Tim's equipment. We've included links to his MEGA Live, his Solix and Apex units, 360 Imaging, mapping, and more. We've also included the forward facing sonar technologies from Garmin and Lowrance so you can compare the brands. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

OUR SYSTEM... 

HUMMINBIRD MEGA LIVE... 

-Humminbird Mega Live Imaging: https://bit.ly/2VXoaC7

(BackOrder Available)

TIM'S SOLIX AND APEX...

-Humminbird Solix 15 Gen 3: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

(MSI+G3, BackOrder Available)

-Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

(BackOrder Available)

360 IMAGING...

-Humminbird MEGA 360 (For Ultrex): https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

-Humminbird MEGA 360 (Universal Mount): https://bit.ly/3Q9CYF4

MAP CARDS... 

-LakeMaster Plus Digital Charts: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc

GARMIN LIVESCOPE... 

-Garmin Livescope Plus System Bundle: https://bit.ly/3qBFA3F

LOWRANCE ACTIVE TARGET... 

-Lowrance Active Target Live Sonar: https://bit.ly/37Lcox8

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Bass Fishing Gear Review! The Hottest New Baits, Hooks, And Gear!

The best of the best! After experimenting with all the new baits and gear to hit the market this Spring, these are our favorites! From crankbaits to soft plastics, new rods to bank fishing gear, these gems 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 a science-based approach to scent and end with an amazing crankbait for fishing shallow. Where we go in between is anyone's guess! 

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

SCENT... 

-American Bait Works "Bait Fuel": https://bit.ly/3Le5h2j

SOFT BAITS...

-Roboworm Sculpin Worm: https://bit.ly/39hyrzL

Colors: Oxblood Light Red Flake, Green Pumpkin Perch

-Xzone Adrenaline Craw: https://bit.ly/3ebTO5h

Color: TW Dark Junebug

FISHING LINE... 

-Seaguar Basix: https://bit.ly/38c1HHr

Preferred Sizes: 12 lb, 15 lb

HOOKS... 

-Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Preferred Sizes: 1/0, 3/0

-Owner Haymaker EWG: https://bit.ly/3Muie8j

Preferred Sizes: 3/0, 4/0

TOP SPIN... 

-1st Gen Top Spin: https://bit.ly/39eShvl

Preferred Sizes: 3/16, 1/4 oz

BACKPACK... 

-Aftco Urban Angler Pack: https://bit.ly/3MvvoSN

TACKLE BOX... 

-Spro Terminal Box: https://bit.ly/3L9Y03F

Size: XL

FISHING ROD... 

St. Croix Legend Tournament Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Favorite Models: Big Cranker (7'10" Heavy Mod), Slop N Frog (7'4" Heavy)

TAIL SPINS... 

-Savage Gear Fat Spin: https://bit.ly/3vDlzv6

Colors: Black and Chrome, Clown

-6th Sense Gyro Tail Spinner: https://bit.ly/3xPr6l9

Colors: Shad Burst, Shad Sense, 4K Shad

BLADE BAIT... 

-River2Sea Glassy Vib: https://bit.ly/3MIYCxJ

Colors: Powder, TS Minnow, I Know It

CRANKBAIT... 

-Jackall Mushbob 50 SR: https://bit.ly/3KhBcOk

Colors: Half Mirror Wakasagi, Holo Scale Gill, Red Black

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Cheap Baits That Actually Catch Fish!

Want to catch fishing without spending a fortune?! These baits are for you! These baits ACTUALLY WORK and won't break the bank! We scoured our tackle in search of baits that catch the most fish at the best prices! 

A lot of baits are designed to catch fisherman instead of fish and many of them have crazy price tags. Not these! Its not secret that we love high-end fishing gear but there is a huge need for affordable options too. Huge shout out to each of these brands for making an awesome product that every angler can afford!

Below you'll find links to the exact baits discussed in the video. We've included our favorite colors for each as well as a couple great budget friendly rod and reel combos. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

SWIMBAITS...

-Storm Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad

-Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper: http://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Colors: Wakasagi, Haze, Hanahaze

STICK BAITS...

-Big Bite Trick Stick: https://bit.ly/3shcgNK

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Tilapia, Watermelon Red

-Yum Dinger: http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Bama Magic, Elder's Magic

SOFT BAITS...

-Zoom Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors: Smokin Shad, Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

-Netbait T-Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin Blk Flk

JIGS... 

-Bass Patrol Football Jig: http://bit.ly/2Hbyf5x

Colors: Brown Orange, Brown Green Pumpkin

JIG TRAILER... 

-Netbait Paca Chunk: http://bit.ly/2d8mIXx

Colors: Alabama Craw, Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Blue

HARD BAITS... 

-Strike King 1.5 Squarebill: https://bit.ly/3xLv526

Colors: Natural Shad, Sexy Ghost Minnow, Summer Sexy Shad

-Cotton Cordell Super Spot: http://bit.ly/2y3K210

Colors: Chrome Blue, Royal Red, Royal Shad

TOPWATER... 

-Scum Frog Launch Frog: https://bit.ly/3rOYQIF

Colors: Bluegill, Shad, Leopard

-Storm Chug Bug: https://bit.ly/3JYOZsV

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Shad

-Lucky Craft 117 GunFish: https://bit.ly/3vy7Pln

Colors: Bone Shad, BP Golden Shiner

HEADS AND HOOKS... 

-VMC Hybrid Swimbait Head (3/8 oz): https://bit.ly/3OshD9c

-Dirty Jigs Canterbury Shaky (3/16 oz): http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

-Gamakatsu Superline EWG (3/0): http://bit.ly/2ac92XG

-Owner Jungle Wacky Weedless (1/0): https://bit.ly/2VKZl9U

BUDGET ALL-AROUND CASTING COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Sunline 15 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

BUDGET FINESSE SPINNING COMBO... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Reel- Shimano Sedono 2500: http://bit.ly/2wgh50Z

Line- Sunline Super FC 8 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO... 

Rod- St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'2" Medium: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

Reel- Shimano Shimano SLX 150 (HG): http://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Line- Sunline 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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