SPRING BUYER'S GUIDE: BEST HIGH END RODS AND REELS FOR BASS FISHING!

These are the best rods and reels that money can buy! Whether you're a tackle enthusiast, an angler that's thinking about investing in your first high-end combo, or a newer fisherman who's just wants to see what's out there, this video is packed with information for you! Come along as we check out the best of the best!

There are many reasons to purchase high end rods and reels. Some anglers purchase them for the durability, others for sensitivity, and still others for the feather lite weight. Whatever your reason, you know that high end gear is amazing! Today we’re eliminating all the guess work and showing you our personal favorite models for Spring bass fishing. You can see both angler's unique fishing styles come out in the gear they choose as well as in the information they pour out about the pairings.

Below you’ll find links to every combo the guys showed in the video. We’ve listed them in the order they were discussed by the anglers, to help you find the exact combo you’re searching for. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.


COMBO #1...

•Megabass P5 Destroyer OneTen Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 6'5" Medium Slow

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

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #2...

•G Loomis IMX Pro 855 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ

Model: 7'1" Medium Heavy Fast

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

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #3...

•Megabass Orochi XX Flat Side Special: https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

Model: 7' Medium Regular

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

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #4...

•G Loomis IMX Pro 833C BJR: https://bit.ly/2QurcHi

Model: 7'4" Medium Heavy

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

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #5...

•G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/3PmpCqj

Model: 7' Medium Heavy

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

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #6...

•St. Croix Legend Elite: https://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Model: 6'10" Medium XFast

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

Speed: 7.1:1


COMBO #7...

•G Loomis IMX Pro 966C SWBR: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

Model: 8' Heavy Moderate Fast

•Shimano Tranx 300 (HG): https://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #8...

•Megabass Destroyer P5 Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Model: 7'1" Medium Heavy Fast

•Daiwa Zillion SV TW G: https://bit.ly/3xobPDM

Speed: 7.1:1


COMBO #9...

•St. Croix Legend Xtreme: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

Model: 7'4" Heavy

•Shimano Metanium MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Speed: 8:1


COMBO #10...

•Daiwa Steez AGS 7'2" Medium Fast: https://bit.ly/3RhFit1

Model: Moving Bait Versatile

•Daiwa STEEZ SV TW: https://bit.ly/3wXZ9Jb

Speed: 7.8:1


COMBO #11...

•Fenwick World Class: https://bit.ly/3qbGEya

Model: 7'1" Medium Heavy

•Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Speed: 7:1


COMBO #12...

•G Loomis NRX 852S JWR: https://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Model: 7'1" Medium

•Shimano Exsence A: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Size: 3000


COMBO #13...

•Shimano Poison Adrena: https://bit.ly/388U0PD

Model: 6'10" Ultra Light

•Shimano Exsence A: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Size: 3000


TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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BUYER'S GUIDE: ULTRA HIGH END RODS AND REELS! AS GOOD AS IT GETS!

We’ve arrived! The Ultimate Rod and Reel buyer’s guide is here! G Loomis, Megabass, St. Croix, Daiwa, Shimano, Dobyns, we've got it all! Whether you're a tackle enthusiast, a fisherman considering making the leap into a high-end combo, or a newer angler who's curiosity is piqued, this video is packed with information to educate you about the nicest gear on the market. 

High-end gear is incredible! The only problem is that at these prices, you don’t want to make the wrong purchase! We’re taking out all the guess work and showing you our absolute favorite models. Both anglers were tasked with choosing their 10 favorite high-end rod and reel combos for 2021. Its really interesting to see their unique fishing styles come out in the gear they chose as well as the information they pour out about each pairing. 

Below you’ll find links to every combo. We’ve listed them in the order they were discussed by each angler to help you find the exact combos you’re searching for. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. Many items are in stock but most of those that aren’t can be backordered, or in the case of the NRX+, can be pre-ordered. 


TIM’S COMBOS


TIM’S #1 SPINNING COMBO… 

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

Reel- Shimano Stella FJ 2500: http://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg


TIM’S #2 SPINNING COMBO… 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 6’10” 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV


TIM’S #3 SPINNING COMBO… 

Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7’5” Med Light (752): http://bit.ly/2KS92gK

Reel- Daiwa Certate LT 3000: http://bit.ly/35Kclij


TIM’S #4 SPINNING COMBO… 

Rod- Megabass P5 Windbuster: https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Reel- Shimano Sustain FJ 2500: https://bit.ly/3BQLlNP


TIM’S #5 SPINNING COMBO… 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 7’6” 901S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel- Shimano Stella FJ 2500: http://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg


TIM’S #1 CASTING COMBO… 

Rod- Megabass P5 Z-Crank Elseil: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy


TIM’S #2 CASTING COMBO… 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite 6’10” Medium: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Reel- Shimano Curado 70 MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt


TIM’S #3 CASTING COMBO… 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 7’1” Med Hvy 853C JWR: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs


TIM’S #4 CASTING COMBO… 

Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7’5” Heavy (754): http://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs


TIM’S #5 CASTING COMBO… 

Rod- G Loomis NRX_ 7’5” Heavy 894C JWR: https://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB


MATT’S COMBOS


MATT’S #1 SPINNING COMBO…

Rod- Megabass P5 Baby Plugging: https://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV


MATT’S #2 SPINNING COMBO…

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

Reel- Shimano Twin Power FD 2500: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5


MATT’S #3 SPINNING COMBO…

Rod- St. Croix Legend Extreme 7’6” Medium: https://bit.ly/37UhrKR

Reel- Shimano Stella FJ 2500: http://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg


MATT’S #1 CASTING COMBO…

Rod- G Loomis Conquest 842C MBR: http://bit.ly/2iL1PAY

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy


MATT’S #2 CASTING COMBO…

Rod- Megabass P5 Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL (HG): http://bit.ly/2fdX1Uy


MATT’S #3 CASTING COMBO…

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

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB


MATT’S #4 CASTING COMBO…

Rod- Shimano Poison Adrena 7’2” Heavy: https://bit.ly/3diigiT

Reel- Shimano Antares A: http://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx


MATT’S #5 CASTING COMBO…

Rod- Megabass P5 Tequila Baccarac: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC (HG): http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs


MATT’S #6 CASTING COMBO…

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite 7’4” Heavy: http://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB


MATT’S #7 CASTING COMBO…

Rod- Megabass Triza Travel Stym Palides: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (HG): https://bit.ly/2ezIBfB


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Buyer's Guide: High End Rod and Reel Combos!! Best Rods Money Can Buy!

Its time! The lightest, most sensitive tackle on the market is the focus of today's Buyer's Guide! Today we're exploring the finest casting and spinning combos you can get! We're looking at a variety of rods and reels, discussing the advantages of each, and teaching you how to pair combos together to create perfect matches for your fishing style. 

Instead of looking at a handful of brands and explaining the differences between them, we decided to mix it up and look at specific combos that have changed our fishing. Matt and Tim each brought 10 high-end combos they enjoy using, and explain the advantages of each. 

We've included links to every combo, in the order they were shown. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse were you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. Many are available to purchase but in the midst of this crazy year, a few are backordered and some are available for pre-order. If you have questions about building your perfect high-end combo leave a comment and we'll do our best to help you choose the right gear for you. 


Previous Videos... 

$500 Combos: https://bit.ly/3lW1o5I

-$400 Combos: https://bit.ly/3lSfwwz

-$200 Combos: https://bit.ly/2USSCJv

-$100 Combos: https://bit.ly/37aupED


TIM’S TOP 10 COMBOS…


Spinning #1... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX 852S JWR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV


Spinning #2... 

Rod- G Loomis 822 DSR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV


Spinning #3... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Extreme 7'6" Medium: https://bit.ly/37UhrKR

Reel- Daiwa Certate LT 2500: http://bit.ly/35Kclij


Spinning #4... 

Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7'5" Medium Light (752): http://bit.ly/2KS92gK

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV


Spinning #5... 

Rod- G Loomis Conquest 902S SJR: http://bit.ly/2BiGUNi

Reel- Shimano Stella FJ 3000: http://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg


Casting #1... 

Rod- Megabass P5 Destroyer Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/30GcHqb

Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG


Casting #2...

Rod- Megabass Destroyer Otomat: http://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk


Casting #3... 

Rod- Dobyns Champion Extreme HP 7'8" Heavy (784): http://bit.ly/2ab2kRX

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs


Casting #4... 

Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7'5" Heavy (754): http://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs


Casting #5... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX 894C JWR: http://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Reel- Shimano Antares 70: http://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx


MATT’S TOP 10 COMBOS…


Casting #1... 

Rod- Shimano Poison Adrena 6'11" Medium+: https://bit.ly/3diigiT

Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB


Spinning #1... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV


Casting #2... 

Rod- G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk


Casting #3... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend X 7'1" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2r3Wskp

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk


Casting #4... 

Rod- Megabass P5 Destroyer Tequila Baccarac: https://bit.ly/30GcHqb

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs


Casting #5... 

Rod- Megabass P5 Destroyer Z-Crank: https://bit.ly/30GcHqb

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL 50 HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8


Casting #6... 

Rod- Megabass Triza Travel Stym Palides: https://bit.ly/2Glg3au

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk


Spinning #2...

Rod- G Loomis NRX 872S JWR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Reel- Shimano Twin Power FD 2500: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5


Casting #7... 

Rod- St. Croix Legend Extreme 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

Reel- Shimano Antares 70: http://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx


Casting #8... 

Rod- G Loomis Conquest 842C MBR: http://bit.ly/2iL1PAY

Reel- Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

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TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W

TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7

TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs

TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

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Buyer's Guide: Ultra High-End Rods And Reels!

The best rods and reels money can buy! If you've ever wanted to see the craziest, most outrageous combos a bass angler can buy, look no further than today's in-depth look at high-end rods and reels for bass fishing! We're talking the best rods from G Loomis, Shimano, St Croix, Daiwa, Megabass, and more! From Spinning to Casting, reasonably affordable to just plain outrageous, this video is going to be fun!

Are you looking for a new combo? Have you always wanted a top-tier rod but didn't know what to buy? Are you looking to upgrade your entire arsenal? Maybe you just want to see what's out there. Matt and Tim have acquired a wide variety of high-end gear through the years and today they're showing you their favorites. They aren't just showing off combos without explanation though, each angler explains why they own them, what they use them for, and how that rod has improved their fishing.

High-end tackle has a wide range of advantages. Obviously sensitivity will be second to none with these combos but they can actually increase your enjoyment and ease of fishing with seamless use. Additionally, there can be health benefits for injured anglers that need to avoid repetitive movement with heavy equipment. Regardless of your reason for wanting a high-end combo, Matt and Tim will help you choose the best option for you.

Below is a breakdown of all the combos discussed in the video. They're shown in order of appearance and include live links to each model on Tackle Warehouse where you can see the exact specs on each rod and reel model.

Spinning Combos...

Combo#1...

Rod- G Loomis GLX: http://bit.ly/2A6HH3O

Favorite Models- 822S DSR, 852S JWR, 853S JWR

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Combo #2...

Rod- Megabass Destroyer: http://bit.ly/2B7NyFj

Favorite Models- Addermine and Flyssa

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Combo #3...

Rod- St. Croix Legend Elite: http://bit.ly/2pjJWMA

Favorite Models- 6'10"Medium, 7' Medium, 7'6" Medium

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Combo #4...

Rod- Dobyns Xtasy: http://bit.ly/2KS92gK

Favorite Models- 7'2" medium Light, 7'5" Medium Light, 7'5" Medium

Reel- Daiwa Certate LT 3000: http://bit.ly/35Kclij

Combo #5...

Rod- G Loomis Conquest: http://bit.ly/2BiGUNi

Favorite Models- 7' Medium, 7'6" Medium

Reel- Shimano Stella FJ 2500: http://bit.ly/2U8Pkzg

Combo #6...

Rod- G Loomis NRX: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv

Favorite Models- 822S DSR, 852S JWR, 872S JWR

Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Casting Combos...

Combo #1

Rod- G Loomis GLX: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Favorite Models... 852C JWR, 843C MBR, 844C MBR

Reel- Shimano Aldebaran 50 MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8

Combo #2...

Rod- Megabass Destroyer: http://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Favorite Models- Oneten Special, Otomat, and Daemos

Reel- Shimano Metanium DC HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Combo #3...

Rod- Daiwa Steez SVF AGS: http://bit.ly/2OLog8r

Favorite Models- 7'2" Medium Heavy, 7'6" Heavy

Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2ezIBfB

Combo #4...

Rod- Dobyns Xtasy: http://bit.ly/36fIHCg

Favorite Models- 7'2" Medium Heavy, 7'5" Medium Heavy, 7'5" Heavy

Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2H44yjG

Combo #5...

Rod- G Loomis NRX: http://bit.ly/2hedqsq

Favorite Models- 852C JWR, 853C JWR, 894C JWR

Reel- Shimano Antares A 70: http://bit.ly/2Vz0TRx

Swimbait Combos...

Combo #1...

Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 966: http://bit.ly/2x9kxuS

Reel- Shimano Tranx 300 A HG: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Combo #2...

Rod- Megabass Destroyer Onager: http://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel- Shimano Tranx 300 A: http://bit.ly/2kYsvRw

Favorite Braided Lines...

Spinning- Sunline SX1 Hi-Vis 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2FngUkQ

Casting- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Swimbait- Power Pro Macuatro 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Protect Your Investment...

Casting Rod Sleeve- http://bit.ly/2TJSF8X

Spinning Rod Sleeve- http://bit.ly/2AoTECD

Casting Reel Cover- http://bit.ly/34k7ow1

Spinning Reel Cover- http://bit.ly/2sfSiJT

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