Spring Buyer's Guide: Electronics, Boat Accessories, and Tools!

Today's Buyer's Guide is all about your boat! If you've ever owned a boat you know the incredible expense that comes with it. Boats are great but they aren't cheap! Between fuel, maintenance, and all the fun accessories we add to them, its easy to go broke while rigging a boat. Today we're showing you our top electronics, tools, and equipment that we use when we're out on the water. 

We get constant requests for videos about electronics, boat maintenance, trailer maintenance, etc. If you've ever wondered what electronics we're using, or what tools you should carry when you head down the road, or perhaps which life jacket we wear, today your questions are being answered. We're wrapping up our Spring Buyer's Guide Series with a bang and we hope you enjoy it!

Below you'll find links to the exact gear and equipment discussed in the video. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

PLIERS... 

-Texas Tackle Executive Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0

-Rapala Long Reach Pliers: https://bit.ly/2MpUBEr

-Daiwa Cam Side Cutters: https://bit.ly/3Nvg2iu

BASIC TOOL LIST... 

-Orange Plano Tool Box: https://bit.ly/3NiWcqy

-Waterproof Plano Deep Box: http://bit.ly/2WWIrU9

-Prop Wrench - TH Prop Master: http://bit.ly/2gcaTk5

-Pro Stop- TH Prop Master: http://bit.ly/2P1N64L

-4 Screw Drivers (2 sizes/styles)

-Zip Ties (small and large)

-Marine Tex- Temporary Repairs

-Small Wrench Set

-Electrical Tape

-Wiring Kit

-Crimpers

-Rags

-Bungees

-Ratchet Strap

-Small Hammer

MOTOR SUPPORTS/TRANSOM SAVERS... 

-Moto Stop For Yamaha/Mercury: http://bit.ly/2SCCwW4

-DD26 Support For Yamaha: https://bit.ly/36kx6qN

-DD26 Support For Mercury: https://bit.ly/2BfaZlC

LIFE JACKETS... 

Inflatable- Mustang Elite: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP

Inflatable Mustang Re-Arm Kit: https://bit.ly/37T5N73

Traditional- Mustang Accel Foam: https://bit.ly/3uuaFHs

SHALLOW WATER ANCHORS... 

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

-Minn Kota 12' Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP

-Talon Tilt Brackets: https://bit.ly/2VJ8O1c

OUR FAVORITE ELECTRONICS... 

Standard- Humminbird Helix 12 G4: https://bit.ly/381sRRl

Touch Screen- Humminbird Solix 15 G3: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

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

-LakeMaster Plus Map Cards: http://bit.ly/2Dk5Erc

-Mega 360 Imaging: https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

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

LOWRANCE ELECTRONICS... 

Basic- Hook Reveal 5: https://bit.ly/3BQdG7q

Mid- Elite FS 9: https://bit.ly/3sxIvtm

Top- HDS 16 Live: https://bit.ly/352Pp0d

LIVE SONARS... 

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

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

Garmin- LiveScope Plus: https://bit.ly/3qBFA3F

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

Underwater Chatterbait Footage! 19 Trailers Compared In Crystal Clear Water!!

Come underwater and watch how these different trailers move in the water, what their profiles look like, and pick your favorites! With 19 Trailers in 4 different profile categories, you're about to understand what makes one bait better than another! Today we're answering all the questions about chatterbaits! Which trailers work the best? Which ones are hype? Why do some baits get bit one day but not the next? Let's Go!

This video was a huge undertaking but was worth every second. Being able to see these different trailers and colors in the water answers countless questions. Going forward you can choose the best trailers for your application without having to waste money and time on all the others. Do your fish each bluegill? Try a "profile" trailer. Do your fish get pressured by other anglers? Its time for an "action" trailer and some erratic movement to draw the strikes. 

With all the baits and trailers covered in this video its hard to keep them straight in your mind. Below you'll find links to all 19 trailer configurations, in order. We've also included our 4 favorite chatterbaits, as well as color recommendations whenever possible. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Chatterbaits... 

-Evergreen JackHammer: http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Favorite Colors- Black/Blue, Green Pumpkin Shad, Clearwater Shad

-Z Man CrossEyez: https://bit.ly/2ZrZnVd

Favorite Colors- Chili Dog, Green Pumpkin, Shad Spawn

-Chatterbait Custom: http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI

Favorite Colors- Black Blue Flk, Bluegill, Glimmer Shad

-Jackhammer Stealth Blade: https://bit.ly/30J8L8h

Favorite Colors- Spot Remover, Green Pumpkin Shad

Swimbait Trailers (In Order Of Appearance)... 

1) Yamamoto Kickin Zako: https://bit.ly/3fPRQsF

Colors- Tennessee Shad, Sight Flash, Zako

2) Keitech 4.8" Fat: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors- Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

3) Keitech 4.8" Fat (Upside Down): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors- Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

4) Gambler EZ Swimmer: https://bit.ly/2OLlyUf

Colors- Electric One, Ghost Shad, Gold Rush

Craw Trailers (In Order Of Appearance)... 

5) Yamamoto Cowboy: http://bit.ly/2q7AI72

Colors- Green Pump Black, Wtrmln/light wtrmln Blk Red

6) Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver: http://bit.ly/29W3RZW

Colors- Green Pumpkin Red, Watermelon Red

7) Netbait Paca Slim Craw: http://bit.ly/2M5cuGF

Colors- Green Pumpkin Red, Delta Flare

8) Keitech Crazy Flapper: http://bit.ly/2c3cXrp

Colors- Double Trouble, Green Pumpkin Fire

Profile Trailers (In Order Of Appearance)... 

9) 13 Fishing Rabbit Ear Tail Invader: https://bit.ly/3vdNznG

Colors- Cilantro Lime, Collard Greens, Moldy Orange

10) Big Bite Baits Kamikaze Swimon: https://bit.ly/2NkSdPV

Colors- Flame Thrower, Hematoma, Smoky Gold

11) Gambler Komodo: https://bit.ly/2Si8maU

Colors- Ghost Shad, Green Pumpkin Pearl

12) Strike King Menace Grub: http://bit.ly/2HmX7D0

Colors- Green Pumpkin, Moon Juice, Smokey Shad

13) Z Man Goat Twin Tail Grub: https://bit.ly/3u4ZT8l

Colors- Hot Craw, Watermelon Red

Action Trailers (In Order Of Appearance)... 

14) Keitech 4.8" Fat (cut tail): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors- Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad

15) Yamamoto 4" Zako: http://bit.ly/2fKmSRp

Colors- Tennessee Shad, Sight Flash, Electric Shad

16) Zoom Salty Super Fluke: http://bit.ly/2aqys0H

Colors- Albino, Smokin Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

17) Zoom Split Tail Trailer: http://bit.ly/2nL3wAd

Colors- Glimmer Blue, White Pearl

18) Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 4.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors- Ghost Minnow, Blue Gizzard, Natural Gill

19) Hog Farmer Spunk Shad 5.5: http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors- Black and Blue, Blue Gizzard, Green Pumpkin

Ultra High-End Chatterbait Combo... 

Rod- G Loomis NRX+ 883C BJR (Pre-Order): https://bit.ly/3y0lbXZ

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Sunline FC100 16 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

All-Around Chatterbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy Glass: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado DC (XG): http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

Line- Sunline Assassin 17 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Budget Chatterbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- Shimano SLX 70 MGL (XG): https://bit.ly/3gIUCgJ

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

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

Buyer's Guide: Chatterbaits and Spinnerbaits for Every Situation

In today's Buyer's Guide we're going in-depth with chatterbaits, spinnerbaits, and a variety of trailers. We're looking at the best baits at each price, the best trailers to create the profile and action you need, and the knowledge to put it all together. Chatterbaits and Spinnerbaits are both giant bait categories worthy of individual videos but today we're rolling them into one knowledge-packed buyer's guide.

When it comes to bladed jigs the most important factor is how quickly the bait begins to vibrate. Often the difference between success and failure on a cast takes place in the first moments when your bait lands beside its intended target. If the bait is working instantly, you'll catch the fish, if not, its out of the strike zone before the blade even begins to wobble. Of course, weight, color, and profile are all important, but none of that matters if the bait isn't functioning when it passes in front of the fish. 

With spinnerbaits its all about drawing a reaction strike. While large blades can draw vicious strikes in murky water, many anglers overlook the advantages of smaller, more subtle blades. In today's video we explore the best of both worlds to help you dial in you spinnerbait selection. 

Below you'll find links to all of the baits, trailers, and gear, discussed in the video. We've included favorite weights and colors where applicable. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Chatterbaits... 

-Evergreen Jack Hammer (3/8-1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2popvj6

Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Spot Remover, Bhite Delight

-Evergreen Stealth Blade (3/8-1/2 oz): https://bit.ly/30J8L8h

Colors: Clear Water Shad, Green Pumpkin Shad, Spot Remover

-Z Man Chatterbait Custom (3/8-1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2Ix71mI

Colors: Threadfin Shad, Green Pumpkin, Bhite Delight

Chatterbait Trailers... 

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

Colors: Electric Shad, Tenn Shad, Green Pump/White Lam

-Hog Farmer Spunk Shad (4.5 - 5.5): http://bit.ly/2UFkCD7

Colors: Blue Gizzard, Ghost Minnow, Green Pumpkin

-Keitech 4.8" Fat Swing Impact (upside down): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Green Pumpkin

-Yamamoto Cowboy: http://bit.ly/2q7AI72

Colors: Green Pumpkin, Green Pump Red Watermelon

Full-Size Spinnerbaits... 

-River2Sea Bling Double Willow (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2diSwqq

Colors: Abalone Shad, I Know It, Powder

-Revenge Double Willow (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2bwYnaP

Colors: Blue Shad, Chartreuse Shad

-Revenge Heavy Duty (1/2 - 3/4): http://bit.ly/2b7GBrs

Colors: Shad, Bluegill

Finesse/High-Speed Spinnerbaits... 

-Megabass V-9 Double Willow (3/8 - 1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2tOaVCt

Colors: Hasu, Kohoku Reaction, Bluegill

-Damiki TOT (3/8 - 1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/38cxmD6

Colors: Brown Shad, Sharp Belly, Smelt Shad

-War Eagle Screamin Eagle (1/2 oz): http://bit.ly/2IEHHjA

Colors: Aurora, Blue Pearl Shad, Mouse

Spinnerbait Trailers/Trailer Hooks...

-Keitech Fat Swing Impact (3.8 / 4.3): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl

-Zoom Split Tail Trailer: http://bit.ly/2nL3wAd

Colors: Chartreuse Pearl, Silver Rainbow, White Pearl

-Owner Spinnerbait trailer Hook: http://bit.ly/2KQXvQm

Spinnerbait Combo... 

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

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

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 15 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Chatterbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'2" MH Glass: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Shimano Curado 150 DC HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4

Line- Sunline Sniper 17 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Budget Chatterbait/Spinnerbait Combo... 

Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Medium heavy: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

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

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

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

Summer Bass Fishing Gear Review! New Baits, Tackle, and Equipment This Summer!

Let's take a look at some of the best new gear for this Summer! From new crankbaits to worms, trailer accessories to reels, we're covering it all! This review is a selection of products from a variety of brands that have been making a difference in our fishing lately. Some items are brand new to the market, others have just recently had a positive impact in our fishing and earned a place in the review. 

You may have noticed that our recent videos have not been from our home state. We're back out on the road, traveling the country, and exploring new places. We're coming to a lake near you, trying new gear, catching new fish, and continuing to grow our angling knowledge so we can help you become a more consistent angler as we share that knowledge. In the spirit of road tripping, we've recently had a lot of positive experiences with our boat and trailer upgrades so today Tim begins with a series of trailer upgrades that have been impacting his fishing in a positive way. 

Boating/Trailer Equipment... 

-Moto Stop Transom Saver (Yamaha): http://bit.ly/2SCCwW4

-DD26 Transom Saver (Mercury): https://bit.ly/2BfaZlC

-TH Marine Steer Stop- https://bit.ly/2Sc5Ikg

-Fulton F2 Series Trailer Jack: https://bit.ly/2YHEB34

-Fulton F2 Series Winch: https://bit.ly/3frtFx8

-Spare Boat Buckle Winch Straps (Loop End): https://bit.ly/2BgnOw1

Its no secret that we're both tackle junkies. When new gear comes out we're always quick to give it a try. We're constantly fishing new brands, new baits, and new equipment. With Covid creating supply chain issues across the fishing industry we've been reaching even further to try new baits and gear while some of our favorites are sold out! These are a few of the items that have stood out for us in recent months. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and product descriptions of each item. 

Baits... 

-Megabass Z Series Z-1 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/2Y9dkHB

Favorite Colors: Mat Craw 2, PM Hot Gill 2, Kasumi Ito

-Megabass Z Series Z-2 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/3fsxn9G

Favorite Colors: GG Gill, Mat Craw 2, PM Hot Gill 2

-Teckel KickKnocker Topwater: http://bit.ly/2nvxkoA

Favorite Colors: Bone, Lime Ice

-Yum Mighty Worm: https://bit.ly/2Yajojh

Gear... 

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

This reel is AWESOME for the price! If you're looking for a new high-end "do everything" reel this is it! Today's video is just giving it a quick stamp of approval because there is a dedicated review of just this reel coming in the future. We didn't care to be first on a review, we wanted to really break this reel in and see how it did over time... more to come on that very soon. 

-Sunline FC Structure Fluorocarbon Line: https://bit.ly/2UMO73N

This line is designed for fishing around structure. Big Worms and Jigs, deep water, etc... is what they had in mind when designing this. Its been on the market for a couple years but I'm just giving it a fair shot now and so far I've been very impressed. 

NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel... 

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