BUYER'S GUIDE: $200 ROD AND REEL COMBOS

These are the best rods and reels for the frugal angler! Today we're covering the best "Bang For The Buck" fishing rods and reels that combine to create a $200 combo. If you're looking for quality gear to take your fishing to the next level, this is for you!

$200 Combos have long been the standard for durability and sensitivity in fishing rods. At this price point a lot of high end advancements have trickled down and you're seeing advanced technologies at an affordable price. So much so that many of these rods and reels will outperform the high end gear from just a few years ago. If you're looking to get the most for your money as a newer angler, this is your price range.

Below you'll find links to the exact rod and reel combos in today's video. We've included our favorite models from each product line and our favorite reel sizes and speeds for each combo. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...

•Hard Swimbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/g314S4ZyT6g

•Bait Finesse Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/bEXFgo5YaRU

•Jerkbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/o8C9jW4Lxtk

•Chatterbait Buyer's Guide: https://youtu.be/tRz6bTRPpxM

•Hover And Mid Strolling Guide: https://youtu.be/rwxsMZctqYo

•$100 Rod and Reel Combos: https://youtu.be/JmjS0XEa8P4

SPINNING COMBO #1...

Rod– Shimano SLX A: https://bit.ly/2AdvIC1

Models: 7' Med Light, 7' Medium

Reel– Shimano Nasci FC: https://bit.ly/2g278cC

Size: 2500, 3000

SPININNG COMBO #2...

Rod– Cashion Element: https://bit.ly/47GAOVA

Models: 6'10" Medium, 7'1" Medium Light

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

Size: 2500D XH

SPINNING COMBO #3...

Rod– Halo XD III Pro: https://bit.ly/4a4M2oW

Models: 7' Medium

Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Size: 2500 D XH

SPINNING COMBO #4...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Models: 6'10" Medium Light, 7'1" Medium

Reel– Shimano Miravel: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Size: 2500HG

CASTING COMBO #1...

Rod– Dobyns Maverick: https://bit.ly/3ncP1nX

Models: 704, 705 Cranking, 735

Reel– Lew's Speed Spool LFS: http://bit.ly/2xEElEw

Speed: 7.5:1

CASTING COMBO #2...

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

Models: 6'10" Medium, 7'2" Medium Heavy, 7'5" Heavy

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

Speed: 7.2:1

CASTING COMBO #3...

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

Models: 7' Medium, 7'3" Medium Heavy, 7'4" Heavy

Reel– Daiwa Fuego CT: https://bit.ly/35hugfH

Speed: 7.3:1

CASTING COMBO #4...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU

Models: 6'8" Medium XF, 7'4" Heavy

Reel– 13 Fishing Modus C2: https://bit.ly/3HJdwnR

Speed: 8.1:1

CASTING COMBO #5...

Rod– Shimano Intenza: https://bit.ly/3QjR9Kw

Models: 6'10" MH, 7'2" MH Glass, 7'4" Heavy

Reel– Shimano Caius B: https://bit.ly/2O3Dvuw

Speed: 7.2:1

SWIMBAIT RODS...

•13 Fishing Defy Black: https://bit.ly/48pM0XS

Model: 8' Heavy

•Shimano SLX A: https://bit.ly/3QbMjvs

Model: 7'8" Heavy

SWIMBAIT REEL...

•Shimano Cardiff A 300: https://bit.ly/2cvhtMO

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

Summer Gear Review! Top Rods, Baits, Tackle, ICAST 2022 New Releases!

We had a blast at ICAST checking out all the new gear! From big swimbaits to tiny micro baits, there were a ton of of exciting new baits released at the show! We ourselves launched 3 new bait projects and have been busy fishing and experimenting with all kinds of new gear after the show! Today we're taking an in-depth look at the "best of the best" that really stood out to us after listening to what the brands had to say, then actually going out on the water and spending time with the gear. 

Its easy to get caught up in the hype when you're at ICAST. Even watching the coverage from home can be dangerous to your wallet. In reality, you really don't know what you're getting until someone puts time on the water with the gear and cuts through the hype. We've been hard at work doing exactly that, and can't wait to show you some of this gear! 

From rods and reels, to swimbaits and topwater, we've been experimenting with as much gear as possible! Below you'll find links to each item discussed in the video. We've included favorite models, sizes, and colors where applicable, and all the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of the items. 

TACTICALBASSIN RELEASES... 

Wakebait- River2Sea Tactical 210 Wake: https://bit.ly/3aV6peA

Swimbait- Bacca Burrito 6" Medium Sink: https://bit.ly/3AFcV1t

Swimbait- Bacca Burrito 5" and 6": https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Crankbait- R2S Tactical DD 75 Crankbait: http://bit.ly/37dclbX 

BAITS AVAILABLE NOW... 

-Netbait STH Lollipop Worm: https://bit.ly/3zVbE7B

Colors: Shiner, Green Pump/Watermelon Laminate

-Yamamoto 3" Ned Senko Floater: https://bit.ly/3BIjwL2

Colors: Goby, Watermelon Magic, Watermelon Moondust

OTHER BAITS WITH BAITFUEL INFUSED... 

-Netbait Baitfuel Paca Slim: https://bit.ly/3QhEpRe

Colors: Black/Blue, Green Pumpkin, Junebug

-Netbait Baitfuel Finesse Tubes: https://bit.ly/3zAsnf6

Colors: Juvenile Goby, Dark Melon Purple, Ten Point

-STH Baitfuel Crush Worm: https://bit.ly/3Q3mmyz

Colors: Smokin Joe, Bang, Green Pumpkin

FISHING ROD...

-Shimano SLX A Swimbait Rods: https://bit.ly/3QbMjvs

Favorite Model: 7'8" Heavy

-Shimano SLX A Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3oTctYa

Favorite Models: 6'10" Medium, 7'2" Heavy, 7'5" Med Heavy

BAITS ARRIVING SOON... 

-Yamamoto 3" Zako: http://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Colors: Green Gizzard, Smallmouth Magic, Pro Blue

-Scum Frog Launch Frog XS: https://bit.ly/3QfCtZi

Colors: Bluegill, Shad, Dusk

-SnagProof Smashmouth Frog: https://bit.ly/3SoDRLc

Colors: Bluegill, Grey Ghost, Pine Frogs

-Nichols Catalyst Double Willow Spinnerbait: https://bit.ly/3QfCSuM

Colors: Gizzard, Bombshell Shad, Bluegill

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

New Colors: Sunny Shad, Light Shad, Hitch

-Big Bite Baits B6 Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3bw7lWR

Colors: Sunny Shad, Light Shad, Blue Gizzard

-ZMan Micro Finesse TRD: https://bit.ly/3d8bmBm

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Yoga Pants, The Deal

-ZMan Micro Finesse Tiny Ticklerz: https://bit.ly/3BIABob

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Hot Snakes

-ZMan Micro Finesse Shroomz: https://bit.ly/3QDdlw7

-Shimano ArmaJoint Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3vFMmrx

Colors: S Gizzard, ST Purple, N Hasu

-Jackall TN-80 Lipless Crankbait: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: Ghost Minnow, SG Threadfin, SS Shad

-Storm 3.5" Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB

Colors: Albino Shad, Sexy Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl 

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

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

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