What Fishing Rod Do You Need For Every Technique! (Beginner To Advanced)

This is the information you need to know! From how to get the most out of budget rods, to the meanings of rod action and power. Tim is showing everything you need to know to get the best fishing rods for your favorite techniques, regardless of your budget!

Fishing gear is expensive and the truth is, most anglers are guessing when they make a purchase. You're at the mercy of a tackle shop employee or an online review as you spend spend hard earned money on a new rod. It doesn't have to be that way! Understanding ratings, codes, and how popular brands differ, will take all the guess work out so you can make the best selections for your fishing style.

Below you'll find links to many of our favorite rods, separated by technique. We've also included a few budget–minded rods as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Casting Rod– Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Casting Reel– Shimano SLX A 150 (HG): https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk

Spinning Rod– Daiwa Tatula XT 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Spinning Reel– Daiwa Legalis LT 2500D–XH: https://bit.ly/3Y0kDh3

BRAIDED LINE...

•Power Pro Braided Line: https://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Spinning– 15 lb Line

Casting– 40 lb Line

OUR FAVORITE RODS BY TECHNIQUE...

Jig (Pitch and Flip)– Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Jig (Light Football)– G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Jig (Heavy Football)– Megabass Orochi XX EMTF: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Jerkbait– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Alabama Rig– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Lipless Crankbait– G Loomis IMX Pro 855C CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Chatterbait– Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy Glass: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Dropshot– G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Ned Rig– G Loomis NRX+ 821S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Tube– St. Croix Legend Elite 7'6" Medium: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Heavy Flipping– Shimano Expride 7'11" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Weightless Worms– Megabass P5 Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Tail Spin/Blade– Shimano Expride 7’2” Medium LIght: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Keitech (4.8)– Halo KS II Elite 7’5” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36wC5UF

Big Swimbait– G Loomis IMX Pro 966 SWBR: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Deep Crank (Tight Action)– G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Deep Crank (All Around)– Shimano Zodias 7'6" MH Glass: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Squarebill– Megabass Orochi XX Flat Side Special: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Spinnerbait– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7’3” MH Fast: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Frog– Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Bait Finesse– Megabass P5 Pop X Stick (6'3" UL): https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Northern Hair Jig– G Loomis NRX+ 901S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Spoon– St. Croix Legend Elite 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Texas Rig– Shimano Poison Adrena 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3diigiT

Strolling– Shimano Expride B 6'8" Medium: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

FAVORITE BUDGET RODS BY TECHNIQUE...

Jerkbait– Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Crankbait– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

Jig– Fenwick Eagle 7'3" Medium Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/4b25LGh

Texas Rig– Daiwa Tatula XT 7’3” MH Fast: https://bit.ly/3wqRhwq

All Around– Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Dropshot/Ned Rig– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Med Light X Fast: https://bit.ly/3xi0ren

Topwater (Walking)– Halo XDIII 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3ojz68h

Topwater (Popper) – 13 Fishing Defy Black 6’7” Medium: https://bit.ly/32gzFnN

Big Swimbait– Savage Gear 8' Heavy Squad: https://bit.ly/3tT8bS2

Frog– Daiwa Tatula 7’4” Heavy Frog: http://bit.ly/2Q4NgKA

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

SPRING BUYER'S GUIDE: Best Rods And Reels For Bass Fishing!

These are the best rods and reels you can get! In our final Spring Buyer's Guide video we're looking at the best "BANG FOR THE BUCK" rods and reels on the market! No matter your budget, these rods will give you more sensitivity and fishability for the money than any others we could find!

We're kicking this video off with a look at whole rod lines that blend amazing components, sensitivity, and balance. Next, we're looking at reels that stand out from the crowd. Then, we're jumping into some of our favorite rod models for specific techniques from around the industry! You don't want to miss this!

Below you'll find links to the exact rods and reels discussed in the video. We've listed them in the order discussed and included some of our favorite models as well! All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

BANG FOR THE BUCK ROD LINES...

•Mojo Bass Casting: https://bit.ly/3wQ93Zn

•Daiwa Tatula Casting: http://bit.ly/2Q4NgKA

•Shimano Zodias Casting: http://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

•Shimano Expride B Casting: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

•Megabass Orochi XX Casting: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

•G Loomis IMX Pro Technique Specific: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

•G Loomis NRX+ Jig & Worm Casting: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

BANG FOR THE BUCK SPINNING REELS...

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

Favorite Size: 2500

•Daiwa Tatula LT: http://bit.ly/2zrq4id

Favorite Size: 2500

BANG FOR THE BUCK CASTING REELS...

•Daiwa Tatula SV TW: https://bit.ly/401hGOK

•Shimano Curado 150 MGL: https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

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

SPECIFIC MODEL CASTING RODS...

•St. Croix Victory 7'3" Med Hvy Fast: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

•Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

•Shimano Zodias 6'10" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

•Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

•Megabass P5 Destroyer Tequilla Baccarac: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

•St. Croix Legend Tournament 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

•Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

•Megabass Levante Flat Side Special: http://bit.ly/2FdE3YY

•Shimano Expride 7'7" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

•G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

•Daiwa BLX 7'3" ML+: https://bit.ly/3TnzyRn

•Gamakatsu Avenge 7’ Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3hzK2ee

SPECIFIC MODEL SPINNING RODS...

•Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2osaj3q

•Shimano Zodias 7'6" Medium: https://bit.ly/2jOUXAO

•G Loomis NRX+ 822 DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

BAIT FINESSE...

•Shimano Curado 7'2" ML: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

•Shimano Curado 6'10" Light Glass: https://bit.ly/2gUWTft

•Dobyns Sierra 7'0" 0 Power (700): https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

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

SWIMBAIT RODS AND REELS...

Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'9" XH: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Reel– Shimano Tranx 300AHG: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Rod– St. Croix Victory 7'10" Heavy Fast: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

Reel– Daiwa Tatula 300: https://bit.ly/3InxUva

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

The Best Fishing Rod For EVERY Situation! (Beginner To Advanced)

This is the information no one is talking about! From how to get the most out of budget rods, to the meanings of rod action and power across brands, Matt is showing everything you need to know to get the best fishing rods for how you like to fish! 

Fishing gear is expensive and the truth is, most anglers are guessing when they make a purchase. You're at the mercy of a tackle shop employee or an online review as you spend spend hard earned money on a new rod. It doesn't have to be that way! Understanding ratings, codes, and how different brands differ, will take all the guess work out so you can make confident purchases.

Below you'll find links to many of our favorite rods, separated by technique. We've also included a few budget-minded rods as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Casting Rod– Shimano SLX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Spinning Rod– 13 Fishing Fate Black 7'1" Medium: https://bit.ly/3HuM9xw

Spinning Reel– Daiwa Legalis LT 2500D–XH: https://bit.ly/3Y0kDh3

OUR FAVORITE RODS BY TECHNIQUE... 

Jig (Pitch and Flip)– Megabass Orochi XX Braillist: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Jig (Light Football)– G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Jig (Heavy Football)– Megabass Orochi XX EMTF: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Jerkbait– Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Alabama Rig– Shimano Zodias 7'5" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Lipless Crankbait– G Loomis IMX Pro 855 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Chatterbait– Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy Glass: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Dropshot– G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Ned Rig– G Loomis NRX+ 821S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Tube– St. Croix Legend Elite 7'6" Medium: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Heavy Flipping– Shimano Expride 7'11" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Weightless Worms– Megabass P5 Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Tail Spin/Blade– Shimano Expride 7’2” Medium LIght: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Keitech (4.8)– Halo KS II Elite 7’5” Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36wC5UF

Big Swimbait– G Loomis IMX Pro 966 SWBR: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Deep Crank (Tight Action)– G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Deep Crank (All Around)– Shimano Zodias 7'6" MH Glass: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Squarebill– Megabass Orochi XX Flat Side Special: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Spinnerbait– St. Croix Legend Tournament 7’3” MH Fast: https://bit.ly/3Iow9KV

Frog– Shimano Expride 7'3" Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Bait Finesse– Megabass P5 Z Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Northern Hair Jig– G Loomis NRX+ 901S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Spoon– St. Croix Legend Elite 7'4" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Texas Rig– Shimano Poison Adrena 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3diigiT

FAVORITE BUDGET RODS BY TECHNIQUE... 

Jerkbait– Shimano SLX 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Crankbait– St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: https://bit.ly/2YIxLy5

Jig– St. Croix Bass X 7'4" MH Mod Fast: https://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Texas Rig– Daiwa Tatula XT 7’3” MH Fast: https://bit.ly/3wqRhwq

All Around– Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Dropshot/Ned Rig– Shimano Intenza 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Topwater (Walking)– Halo XDIII 7'3" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/3ojz68h

Topwater (Popper) – 13 Fishing Defy Black 6’7” Medium: https://bit.ly/32gzFnN

Big Swimbait– Savage Gear 8' Heavy Squad: https://bit.ly/3tT8bS2

Frog– Daiwa Tatula 7’4” Heavy Frog: http://bit.ly/2Q4NgKA

Bait Finesse– Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse 7': https://bit.ly/3C4PWgc

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 Rods For Bass Fishing! (Beginner and Advanced Models)

Are you looking for a fishing rod? These are the top 5 fishing rods every fisherman should own! Whether you're just getting started and need to stick to a budget, or you're willing to buy the best so you only have to purchase rods once, we've got you covered! No matter your skill level or budget, this is for you!

The first 5 rods will cover everything you'll face as a newer angler. The very first rod is extremely universal and will help you throw as many different baits as possible, the next 4 will give you a foundation for virtually any situation you'll face on the water. Whether you're working with a budget, looking for "bang for the buck", or simply want the best, we have a recommendation that will fit your fishing style.  

Below you'll find links to all the rod and reel combos shown in the video. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

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$20 Off A $100 Or More Order! (Available through 10/24/22)

Code Link: https://bit.ly/3yIhTdM

ROD #1... 7' MEDIUM SPINNING

Budget Rod– Shimano SLX 7' Medium: http://bit.ly/2AdvIC1

Budget Reel– Shimano Sahara FJ 2500: https://bit.ly/2XhhM43

Mid Rod– Shimano Expride 7' Medium: https://bit.ly/3AFcaFF

Mid Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

High End Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

High End Reel– Shimano Twin Power FD 2500: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

ROD #2 MEDIUM HEAVY BAITCASTER...

Budget Rod– Halo HFX 7' Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/36rfYvW

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

Mid Rod– Shimano Expride 7'2" MH: https://bit.ly/32IrXqE

Mid Reel– Shimano Curado 150 MGL: https://bit.ly/2TQHwrP

High End Rod– St. Croix Legend Xtreme 7'1" MH: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

High End Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

ROD #3 MEDIUM LIGHT SPINNING...

Budget Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Budget Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500: http://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Mid Rod– Shimano Expride 6'10" ML: Spinning: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q

Mid Reel– Shimano Vanford 2500: https://bit.ly/2gu84t7

High End Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 821S NRR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

High End Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

ROD #4 MEDIUM CASTING...

Budget Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'8" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Mid Rod– Shimano Curado 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2gUWTft

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

High End Rod– Megabass Z-Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

High End Reel– Shimano Aldebaran MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy

ROD #5 HEAVY CASTING...

Budget Rod– Shimano SLX 7'2" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

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

Mid Rod– Savage Gear Battletek 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3pYvM45

Mid Reel– 13 Fishing Concept A2: https://bit.ly/36XlOVs

High End Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 894C JWR: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

High End Reel– Shimano Metanium MGL B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

ROD #6 CRANKBAIT COMBO...

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

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

Mid Rod– Shimano Zodias 7'6" MH Glass: https://bit.ly/2cgmMAe

Mid Reel– Shimano Tranx 200 A (HG): http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

High End Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

High End Reel– Shimano Bantam MGL A (HG): https://bit.ly/2H44yjG

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