Bass Fishing Gear Review! The Best Rods, Reels, and Baits For Summer Bass Fishing!

These are the HOTTEST new baits and gear 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 and reels from Megabass, Shimano, Daiwa, and Abu Garcia. We've got baits and hooks from Duo Realis, Great Lakes Finesse, Netbait, and Owner! We've even got tackle storage and functional apparel! Let's go!!

This buyer's guide is all about quality bass fishing gear! We've got a strong focus on finesse, though the Megabass Destroyer LT doesn't fit that mold. Whether you're looking for a new rod or reel, 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, and included any rigging or upgrade components you need to fish them effectively. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE SHIRT...

•Aftco Ocean Bound Hooded Sunshirt: https://bit.ly/3wANnor

•Aftco OceanBound Sunshirt: https://bit.ly/3IYMpoH

THE ROD...

•Megabass Destroyer TS Rods: https://bit.ly/3VLVwjQ

Favorite Models: 7'2" Poker, 7'11" Black Jack

THE REELS...

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

Favorite Size: 3000

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

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

TREBLE HOOKS AND SPLIT RINGS...

•Owner ST–26 Treble Hooks: https://bit.ly/3URHlrP

Main Sizes: 8, 10, 14

•Owner Hyperwire Split Ring: https://bit.ly/2v8ArBX

Size: 1

SPY BAIT...

•Duo Realis Spinbait 70 (1/4 oz): https://bit.ly/3QE27YK

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Komochi Wakasagi, River Bait

JERKBAIT...

•Megabass Shading X R 55: https://bit.ly/3xkMH6Y

Colors: HT Wakasagi, LZ Wakasagi, Kasumi Ito

SOFT BAITS...

•Great Lakes Finesse Juvy Craw: https://bit.ly/4aCo9UC

Colors: GP Purple Copper Flk, Motor Oil, Green Pump

•Netbait STH 2.5" Baitfuel Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3aU0oeU

Color: Juvenile Goby

STORAGE SOLUTIONS...

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

Sizes: Small, Large

•Buzbe Hive 26 Modular Tote: https://bit.ly/3VKuJUZ

(This Size Shown In The Video)

•Buzbe Hive 13 Modular Tote: https://bit.ly/3zfiWVF

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! It's all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

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

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 rods and reels, to new chatterbaits, swimbaits, and soft plastics! This gear 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 budget–friendly reel before shifting gears to high end BFS equipment. After that we explore a variety of new baits, color additions, and terminal. Let's go!

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 colors and sizes for each item. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of the gear.

RODS, REELS, LINE...

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

Favorite Size: 2500

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

Favorite Speed: XH (8.6:1)

•Seaguar JDM PEX8 Lure Edition Line: https://bit.ly/3UEhhl2

Preferred Sizes: 12, 18, 21 lb

•Abu Garcia Zenon Bait Finesse Rods: https://bit.ly/49WVp8U

Models: 7'1" Medium Moderate, 7'1" Medium Light

STORAGE SOLUTIONS...

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

•Buzbe Basic 15 Thin Box: https://bit.ly/4dd1fG1

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

•Buzbe Basic 28 Deep Box: https://bit.ly/4bjxXnp

COLOR ADDITIONS TO EXISTING BAITS...

•ZMan Evergreen JackHammer Chatterbait: https://bit.ly/2popvj6

New Colors: TW Green Pumpkin Watermelon, TW Black Blue

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

Color: Female Bluegill

NEW TERMINAL TACKLE...

•Gamakatsu Nano Alpha Superline EWG: https://bit.ly/4bbBuDW

Favorite Sizes: 3/0, 4/0

•Gamakatsu Horizon Head LG: https://bit.ly/3QklyHO

Favorite Size: 1/8 – 3/16 oz

NEW LURES...

•Yamamoto Sensei Worm: https://bit.ly/3WgAaM5

Colors: OG Junebug, Red Bug

•ZMan TRD FattyZ Worm: https://bit.ly/3y5A2EU

Colors: Goby Bryant, Green Pumpkin Goby, The Deal

•Great Lakes Finesse Juicy Hellgrammite: https://bit.ly/3UkVE7N

Colors: Brown Pumpkin Special, Green Pumpkin Purple

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Top 5 Baits For May Bass Fishing!

Bass fishing in May can be amazing, here's what you need to know! The bass are in transition and we're going to show you how to catch them. Most lakes have bass in every phase of the spawn by now, there are still lingering spawners but there are also a lot of post spawn fish. Some fish go deep while others stay around shallow cover. No matter how you like to fish, we've got tips to help you do it better!

There are a lot of great baits for targeting fish during the post spawn to early Summer transition, but we have some very clear favorites. Whether you're going deep or shallow, these are baits you can rely on to catch fish throughout the entire transition. And don't forget that early in the month the shad spawn is a major deal!

Below you'll find links to the baits discussed in the video. We've listed them in the order they appeared and included our favorite sizes and colors for each. We've also included a couple budget combos to help you consistently land the fish that bite. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

SPINNERBAITS...

•Damiki TOT Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/368VED0

Size: 3/8 oz

Color: Smelt Shad, Snow Shad

•Megabass SV–3 Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3lk1SD0

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: Hasu, Wakasagi

•Nichols Pulsator Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/2Sttxpc

Size: 1/2 oz

Color: JT's Chartreuse Shad, Bombshell Bass

CHATTERBAITS...

•Zman JackHammer 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Blueback Herring, Green Pumpkin Shad

•ZMan Elite Evo 1/2 oz: https://bit.ly/3OAGB8y

Colors: Electric Shad, Spot Remover

•Missile Baits 4.5 Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/3CA8BCG

Color: Frosted Purple, Green Pumpkin Delight

•Hog Farmer 4.5 Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Electric Shad, Ghost Minnow

SWIMBAITS...

•River2Sea S Waver 168: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Colors: Abalone Shad, Warden Hitch, Light Trout

•Baitsanity Antidote: https://bit.ly/2ztUk9z

Colors: Summer Shad, TW Gizzard Shad

•Bucca's Bacca Burrito: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Colors: Tactical Gizzard Shad, Tactical Chartreuse Shad

•Megabass 6" Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2CANTU7

Colors: White Back Shad, Borealis Shad

UNDERSPIN...

•Tactical Bassin Underspin: https://bit.ly/4bKgVQf

Size: 3/8 oz

•Xzone 4" Swammer: https://bit.ly/2PogV0q

Color: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...

•Damiki BTC 50: https://bit.ly/3OVb3Lc

Colors: Ghost Minnow, Mossy Shad

•Nomad Atlas 55: https://bit.ly/3UOkjU5

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Tennessee Shad

•River2Sea Biggie Poppa: https://bit.ly/2ahCzvo

Colors: Gizzard Shad, Abalone Shad

DEEP CRANKBAITS...

•River2Sea Tactical DD 75: https://bit.ly/37dclbX

Colors: Summer Minnow, Metallic Shad

•Rapala DT 16: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Helsinki Shad

•Strike King 6XD: https://bit.ly/2ery44M

Colors: Sexy Shad, Chartreuse Blue Back Herring

TOPWATER...

•Shimano World Pop 69F: https://bit.ly/3sSjJpI

Colors: T Smelt, N Smelt

•Megabass Pop Max: http://bit.ly/2qqfmm1

Colors: Mat Shad

•Whopper Plopper 110: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Phantom Shad

FROGS...

•Jackall Kaera: https://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3

Colors: Glitter Hasu, Glitter Bluegill

•Jackall Gavacho Frog: http://bit.ly/2L7KsWS

Colors: Chart Strike Gill

THE SENKO...

•Yamamoto 5" Senko: http://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Colors: Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Black Flake

Hook– Hayabusa Weedless Wacky: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1/0

SHAKEY HEAD...

•Missile Baits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Missile Morning, Junebug Dream

•Netbait T Mac: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Colors: Bama Bug, Junebug

Head– Dirty Jigs Canterbury: http://bit.ly/2aFOs0V

Size: 3/16 oz

THE KARASHI...

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

Colors: Kasumi Ito KS, HT Setsuki Chiayu

ALL AROUND BUDGET CASTING COMBO...

Rod– Fenwick Eagle: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

Models: 7'1" Medium

Reel– Abu Garcia Max Pro: https://bit.ly/3QKCQOG

Line– Sufix 832 (40 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Leader– Seaguar Blue Label (15 lb): https://bit.ly/48EP2Hz

ALL AROUND BUDGET SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT: https://bit.ly/3n6Ojvx

Models: 7' Medium Fast

Reel– Daiwa Legalis LT: https://bit.ly/3Y0kDh3

Size: 2500 D-XH

Line– Sunline Super FC (8 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET FROG FISHING COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Models: 7'2" heavy

Reel– Shimano SLX A: https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Speed: HG

Line– Power Pro Braid (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Matt's New Boat! Full Tour + Tackle, Electronics, and Storage Tips!

Come take a look inside Matt's brand new boat! Let's look under the locker lids at how he stores his tackle and what he's really fishing with! We know people are curious about the new Skeeter so today Matt is giving a full tour of the boat, a breakdown of why he picked the Skeeter FXR21, and the mindset behind how he lays out a boat for proper boat handling and tackle organization.

We're so excited about this new boat! From the brand new Yamaha SHO outboard, to the Dakota Lithiums with giant capacities, this boat is built to handle everything we can throw at it! After decades of fishing out of every kind of used boat imaginable, this is the first new bass boat he's designed from the ground up. As Matt opens up his new boat and explains his layout, pay close attention to the tackle that he carries on board the bass boat and how he organizes it to create a stabile driving and fishing platform. From boat balance to bait management, there is a lot to consider when loading your boat!

Below you'll find links to everything Matt discussed in the video. From a break down of the Electronics, to the key tackle storage solutions, its all there. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BOAT...

•2022 Skeeter FXR21: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh

••This Link Goes To The Skeeter Boats Website••

•Yamama SHO 250 Outboard: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0

••This Links Goes To The Yamaha Outboards Website••

THE ELECTRONICS...

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

TROLLING MOTOR AND ACCESSORIES...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Quest Mega DI/SI Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

•Humminbird Mega Live Target Lock With Tranducer: https://bit.ly/3uWwTmE

•Humminbird 360 Mega Imaging: https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

•Minn Kota Precision 5 Bank Charger: https://bit.ly/3ynIqMQ

•Minn Kota 10' Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ

•Megaware 8' Keel Guard: http://bit.ly/2N5p36m

BATTERIES...

•Dakota Lithium Trolling Motor Batteries: https://bit.ly/3PMIlLV

Preferred Trolling Motor Size: 12V 100AH

CUSTOM MOUNTS, WIRING, AND RIGGING...

•Hennessey Outdoor Electronics Website: https://bit.ly/3kX87kA

••This link goes directly to the Hennessey Website••

Hennessey Component List...

•HOE Harness (Bow and Single Console)

•HOE Triple Slide Mount

•HOE Solix/Apex Gimble Bracket HD

•HOE Solix/Apex Aluminum Knobs

•HOE Trolling Motor Punch Pad

•HOE JackPlate Transducer Mount

BASS BOAT HARD BAIT/HOOK STORAGE...

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

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

•Plano Edge Line Box: https://bit.ly/3TXTdJq

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

SOFT BAIT STORAGE...

•Buzbe Quick Qubes (Soft Baits): https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Sizes: Medium, Medium Deep, Large, Large Deep

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

Sizes: Medium Deep, Large Deep

•SPRO Mesh Camo Bag: https://bit.ly/3gZvpDN

Size: Large

ROD SLEEVES...

•The Rod Glove XL (A–Rigs): http://bit.ly/2GFOT9R

•The Rod Glove Dips: https://bit.ly/3yPQfLI

TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES...

•Rapala Mag Spring Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu

•Rapala Elite Scissors: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O

•Rapala Precision Line Scissors: https://bit.ly/3ZWEe36

•TT Executive Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0

•Flow Rite Remote Drain Plug: https://bit.ly/32JEuoA

•Loc-R-Bar Alarm System: https://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

•Peregrine 250 Screen Cleaner: https://bit.ly/2wJgRP1

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz