BUYER'S GUIDE KICKOFF: $100 ROD AND REEL COMBOS!

Welcome to the 2021 Buyer's Guide Series! This is going to be fun! We're kicking it off with Rod and Reel combos under (or close to) 100 dollars. The purpose of these guides is to help you make educated decisions when purchasing tackle, as well as to help your loved ones shop for you during the holiday season. The $100 category has some awesome choices in it this year!

If you're not familiar with our Buyer's Guide series, you're really going to enjoy the next few weeks! Every year we take time just before the holidays to film these videos to help anglers like yourselves make educated decisions about rods and reels, tackle, and fishing equipment. We start with budget combos and work our way up to the top of the line. After that, we shift gears and work our way through tackle and equipment. If you have any questions about gear along the way be sure to ask in the comments and we'll do our best to help you. 

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

COMBO #1... 

Rod- Daiwa Aird X: http://bit.ly/2P7Z3Vu

Favorite Models: 7' Medium, 7' Medium Heavy

Reel- Daiwa Revros LT: http://bit.ly/34nCGCj

Favorite Size: 2500

COMBO #2... 

Rod- Shimano Sellus: http://bit.ly/2ro5vQu

Favorite Models: 7'1" Medium, 7'1" Medium Heavy

Reel- Shimano Nexave: https://bit.ly/3nhj4f1

Favorite Size: 2500

COMBO #3... 

Rod- 13 Fishing Defy Black: https://bit.ly/32gzFnN

Favorite Models: 7'1" medium, 7'3" Medium Heavy

Reel- 13 Fishing Origin R1: https://bit.ly/3wKSu12

Favorite Speed: 6.6:1

COMBO #4... 

Rod- Denali Ryker: https://bit.ly/31bKfgp

Favorite Models: 7' Medium Heavy, 7' Heavy

Reel- Daiwa CC 80: http://bit.ly/34ltqP9

Favorite Speed: 7.5:1

COMBO #5... 

Rod- Dobyns Colt: http://bit.ly/2lU0LfV

Favorite Models: 734, 705 CB (7'3" Medium heavy, 7' MH Cranking)

Reel- 13 Fishing Origin F1: https://bit.ly/3qD6hpc

Favorite Speed: 6.6:1

COMBO #6... 

Rod- 13 Fishing BlackOut Spinning: https://bit.ly/3tvaV8d

Favorite Size: 7'1" Medium

Reel- 13 Fishing Blackout: https://bit.ly/3yWpClJ

Favorite Size: 2.0

FAVORITE BUDGET LINES FOR SPINNING... 

Spinning Fluorocarbon- Seaguar Red Label (10 lb): http://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

Spinning Braid- Power Pro 15 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

FAVORITE BUDGET LINES FOR CASTING...

Casting Fluorocarbon- Sunline FC (12 lb): http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

Casting Braid- Power Pro 40 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

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

Top 5 Rods For Bass Fishing - Beginners And Advanced!

Are you looking for a fishing rod? Today we're covering the top 5 fishing rods every fisherman should own. Then we're covering the top 4 "Bang For The Buck" rods that advanced anglers can appreciate! No matter your skill level, this is for you. 

The first 5 rods will cover everything you'll face as a newer angler. The very first rod will help you catch fish and decide if this sport is for you, the next 4 will give you a foundation for the rest of your fishing life. After that, we turn our attention to higher-end combos. Matt has spent years experimenting with gear to find the true "bang for the buck" rods to help you cover as many techniques as possible with the minimum number of rods. This will give you the freedom to choose an additional combo to take your fishing to the next level!

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

TOP 5 RODS FOR NEWER ANGLERS... 

#1) ...7' Medium Spinning... 

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

Reel- Shimano Nasci 2500: https://bit.ly/2g278cC

Line- Sunline 8 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

#2) ...7' Medium Heavy Casting... 

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

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

Line- Power Pro Braid 40 lb: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

#3) ...6'10" Medium Light Spinning... 

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

Reel- Shimano Ultegra 2500: https://bit.ly/2nfApml

Line- Sunline Super FC 6 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

#4) ...6'8" Medium Casting... 

Rod- St. Croix 6'8" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- 13 Fishing Origin Chrome: https://bit.ly/3EF9ubC

Line- Sunline 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

#5) ...7'2" Heavy Casting... 

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

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

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

TOP 4 COMBOS FOR ADVANCING ANGLERS... 

#1... 

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

Reel- Shimano Ultegra 2500: https://bit.ly/2nfApml

Line- Sunline SX1 Braid 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

#2...

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

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

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

Alt Rod- IMX Pro 843C MBR: http://bit.ly/2lVATTC

Alt Rod- GCX 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/3ykNXSN

#3...

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

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

Line- Sunline Flurocarbon 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm

#4... 

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

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

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

Alt Rod- Victory 7'4" Heavy: https://bit.ly/3f4tcEb

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: Best $500 Rod and Reel Combos!

$500 Combos are the best "Bang For The Buck" in the entire industry! Some of these rods should be priced hundreds of dollars higher but thankfully, they remain very affordable. If you're looking to take your angling to the next level, any of these rod and reel combos will help you do it. From the Shimano Expride's incredible sensitivity, to the Megabass Orochi's incredible actions, there is something at this price point for every angler!

Every time you move up in price, you gain sensitivity and longevity. The jump in quality from $400 combos to $500, is the biggest increase at any price point in bass fishing. Some of these rods skip right over the middle and function as truly high-end rods. You won't find a more sensitive rod than an Expride without spending $400 or more! You won't find more refined components than on an Orochi at nearly any price. And you won't find more dialed, technique specific actions, than on the IMX-Pros. 

Below you'll find links to the 6 lines of rods we recommend, along with all of our top choices by technique. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Previous Buyer's Guides... 

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

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

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

Upcoming Buyer's Guides... 

-High End Combos

-Swimbait Guide

TOP 6 COMBOS...  

-Shimano Expride: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

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

Favorite Models-  6'10" Medium, 7'2' MH, 7'3" XH, 7'6" Heavy

-Megabass Orochi XX: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

-Shimano Curado 70 MGL K: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa

Favorite Models- Braillist, Extreme Mission Type F

-G Loomis IMX Pro: http://bit.ly/2lVATTC

-Shimano Curado 200K: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Favorite Models- 845 CBR, 906 CBR, 966 Swim, 812 SBR

-St. Croix Legend Tournament: http://bit.ly/2Ap51x5

-Shimano Tranx 200A: http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Favorite Models- Big Cranker, 7'4" Medium Heavy

-Savage Gear Black Ops: https://bit.ly/35Qfcc7

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

Favorite Models- 7'1" Medium heavy, 7'3" Medium Heavy

-Dobyns Champion XP: http://bit.ly/29OVD4V

-Shimano Tranx 200A: http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

Favorite Models- 805 CB, 807 Mag, 806 Heavy

TOP MODELS BY TECHNIQUE... 

Jerkbait- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Lipless- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

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

Dropshot- Megabass Orochi XX WhipSnake: http://bit.ly/2XkVoej

Ned Rig- Shimano Expride Spinning 6'10" Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q

ShakyHead- Shimano Expride 7' Medium: http://bit.ly/2osaj3q

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

Light Flip- Shimano Expride 7'6" Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Tail Spin- G Loomis IMX Pro 843 CBR: http://bit.ly/2og0BmK

Blade Bait- Shimano Expride 6'10" Medium: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Keitech (4.8)- Shimano Expride 7'2" Medium Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Keitech (2.8)- G Loomis IMX Pro 862C SWBR: http://bit.ly/2x9kxuS

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

Jig (Football)- Megabass Orochi XX Extreme Mission Type F: http://bit.ly/2OSVNwH

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

Big Swimbait- Dobyns Champion XP 806/807: http://bit.ly/2aivwYX

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

Deep Crank (Wide Action)- St. Croix Legend Tourn 7'6" MH Moderate: http://bit.ly/2Ap51x5

Deep Crank (10XD)- Dobyns Champion XP 805 Crank: http://bit.ly/29OVD4V

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

Spinnerbait- G Loomis IMX Pro 812 SBR: http://bit.ly/2QurcHi

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

Topwater- G Loomis IMX Pro 843C MBR (7' Medium): http://bit.ly/2lVATTC

TOP REELS TO PAIR WITH... 

All Around- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh

Cranking- Shimano Tranx 200 HG: http://bit.ly/2Tv0yCy

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

Light Baits- Shimano Curado 70 MGL: https://bit.ly/3jdrMqa

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

Buyer’s Guide: Best $200 Rod and Reel Combos!

This Buyer’s Guide is about finding the best value. $100 rods and $100 reels are a huge leap up from their $50 counterparts! The “bang for the buck” that is gained, far exceeds the dollars spent. $200 combos offer increased sensitivity, better components, and the ability to branch into technique specific models. Come along as we explore some of the best $200 combos on the market!

This category really comes down to 3 series of rods. If you’re willing to spend a few dollars more, a 4th series becomes an option as well. At this price its not just about increased sensitivity in the rods, there are also some real upgrades in the reels. The Shimano SLX is by far the stand out reel in this category, offering excellent functionality at an affordable price. 

Below you’ll find links to the different lines of rods discussed in the video, along with our favorite models from each line. Additionally we’ve included the reels we recommend pairing them with. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you’ll see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. Finally, we’ve included a link to yesterday’s “$100 Buyer’s Guide” and some insights into the next couple videos as we continue through the buyer’s guide series. 

Previous Buyer’s Guides…  

$100 Rod and Reel Combos: https://bit.ly/37aupED

Upcoming Buyer’s Guides… 

-$400 Rod and Reel Combos

-$500 Rod and Reel Combos

Spinning Combo #1… 

Rod- Dobyns Fury: http://bit.ly/2e7HZPF

Reel- Shimano Sahara FI 1000: http://bit.ly/2XhhM43

Favorite Rod Models... 7' Medium Light (702), 7' Medium (703)

Spinning Combo #2... 

Rod- Shimano SLX: http://bit.ly/2AdvIC1

Reel- Shimano Nasci 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC

Favorite Rod Models... 7' Medium Heavy, 7' Medium Light

Baitcasting Combo #1... 

Rod- Dobyns Fury Casting: http://bit.ly/2bGvlVV

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

Favorite Models... 7' MH Crank (705 CB) 7' Heavy (704), 7'9" MH Swim (795)

Baitcasting Combo #2... 

Rod- Shimano SLX: http://bit.ly/2L3wppO

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

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

Baitcasting Combo #3... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

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

Favorite Models... 7'1" Medium, 7'2" Medium heavy, 7'4" Heavy

Bonus Spinning Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Reel- Shimano NASCI 2500: http://bit.ly/2g278cC

Favorite Models... 7' Medium Light, 7'6" Light

Bonus Baitcasting Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Intenza: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

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

Favorite Models... 6'9" Medium, 7'1" MH, 7'3" Heavy, 7'6" MH Glass

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