BUYER'S GUIDE: Best $400 Rod And Reel Combos!
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Жыл бұрынWelcome back to the Buyer's Guide Series! Today we're talking about $400 combos! These rods and reels are on a whole different level and are geared toward the angler who takes their fishing seriously. The guys who fish often, who fish hard, and who can appreciate quality gear. Perhaps you're looking for more sensitivity, or maybe better casting distance, whatever it is, we've got you covered!
If you’re ready to elevate your fishing, this video is for you! These combos truly impact your fishing. Depending on the model you choose you’ll be able to detect more bites, get the right action out of a bait, or drive a hook set like never before! In the $400 price range you can get truly technique specific rods. Whether you're looking for the best jerkbait rod on the market, a perfect frog rod or flipping stick, or an ultralight dropshot rod, you can find them all in this price point.
Below you’ll find links to the exact rods and reels shown in the video. We’ve included our favorite models and speeds for each, as well as any other pertinent information. These links allow you to find the gear you’re searching for as well as serve as an convenient way for loved ones to find the exact items you’d like during the holidays. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. Additionally, we’ve included links to our previous buyer’s guides so you can find the exact rods and reels that fit your budget.
PREVIOUS BUYER'S GUIDES...
•$100 Rod And Reel Combos: • 2022 BUYER'S GUIDE: Be...
•$200 Rod And Reel Combos: • BUYER'S GUIDE: Best $2...
•$300 Rod And Reel Combos: • BUYER'S GUIDE: Best $3...
SPINNING COMBO #1...
•Megabass Levante Spinning Rod: bit.ly/2Ibeo70
Models: Shaky Head, WhipSnake
•Shimano Ultegra Spinning Reel: bit.ly/2nfApml
Models: 2500, 3000
SPINNING COMBO #2...
•Dobyns Sierra Spinning Rod: bit.ly/2EyotZU
Models: 6'9" Med Light, 7' Med Light
•Daiwa Tatula LT Spinning Reel: bit.ly/2zrq4id
Models: 2500, 3000
SPINNING COMBO #3...
•Shimano Zodias Spinning Rod: bit.ly/2jOUXAO
Models: 7'6" Light, 7' Med Light, 7' Light
•Shimano Vanford Spinning Reel: bit.ly/2gu84t7
Models: 2500, 3000
SPINNING COMBO #4...
•St. Croix Victory Spinning Rod: bit.ly/2RPMkfV
Models: 6'10" ML XFast, 7'3" ML XFast
•Shimano Vanford Spinning Reel: bit.ly/2gu84t7
Models: 2500, 3000
CASTING COMBO #1...
•St. Croix Victory Casting Rod: bit.ly/3f4tcEb
Models: 7'2" Med Hvy Mod, 7'4" Heavy, 6'8" Med XFast
•13 Fishing Concept C2 Casting Reel: bit.ly/2NlzZhg
Speed: 7.5:1
CASTING COMBO #2...
•Megabass Levante Casting Rod: bit.ly/2FdE3YY
Models: Braillist, EMTF, Flat Side Special
•13 Fishing Concept A2 Casting Reel: bit.ly/36XlOVs
Speed: 7.5:1
CASTING COMBO #3...
•Shimano Zodias Casting Rod: bit.ly/2cgmMAe
Models: 6'10" MH, 7'2" ML, 7'5" MH
•Shimano Curado 150 MGL: bit.ly/2TQHwrP
Speed: 7.4:1 (HG)
CASTING COMBO #4...
•Shimano Expride B Casting Rod: bit.ly/32IrXqE
Models: 6'10" Medium, 7'2" ML, 7'3" XH, 7'11' XH
•Shimano SLX 150 DC Casting Reel: bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Speed: 7.2:1
CASTING COMBO #5...
•G Loomis GCX Casting Rod: bit.ly/3ykNXSN
Models: 843C MBR, 903C MBR
•Shimano Curado 200K: bit.ly/2tHewEh
Speed: 7.4:1
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@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
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@Tylerbone96 Жыл бұрын
Waking up for work every morning this week to a TB video always starts me on the right foot… and empties my wallet 😂 we appreciate you Matt and Tim!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
We're happy to do it! Thanks Tyler!!
@mulder5118 Жыл бұрын
You too..all week I've been siting in the lot at work having a coffee watching these videos before work. Great videos guys and thanks.
@910Volcomsnow Жыл бұрын
I love how Matt breaks the budget every year and justifies it 😂😂😂
@oldeschoolbob1022 Жыл бұрын
Remember that "Top 5" video where Matt only talked about 5 rods / reels / combos? Me neither. 🤣 I'm waiting for him to find a way to go over budget on the "high end / price is no object" combo Buyers Guide.
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
LOL! Someone has to do it 😂
@BenFranklin813 Жыл бұрын
It's essentially a staple to these vids. 🤣
@jayp.6166 Жыл бұрын
Every single year lol
@WestCoastChris138 Жыл бұрын
I llloooovvvveeee the yearly buyers guide vids, keep them comin boys!!!
@akilidebrady3785 Жыл бұрын
Great stuff! Thanks as always!
@CoiKickapoo Жыл бұрын
Thanks guys! I bought an ultegra and paired it with a bass x st croix. Been wanting to jump into this price range. Very few people review like you guys, 👍🤝👏🏼🙌🏻
@xandermccarthy8470 Жыл бұрын
I'm loving the buyers guide videos keep it up well done 👍
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@juli82E Жыл бұрын
Definitely love the Shimano MGL 150, just decided on another for my mid crankin combo. They are light weight, soo palmable and pair nice with a Croix.
@hillbillytarzan Жыл бұрын
I love my 13 Fishing reels. I have concept Zs, C and tx. My C is one of the older ones that the side plate comes completely off. They are tough and people might not like the zero bearings, but they have served me extremely well. I think I’m gonna grab another Curado mgl. I have the 70, but this time I’m going with the 150. I’ve been thinking about it, but you guys pushed me on over the edge. Thanks for these videos. They continually get me in trouble with the wife.
@southoutmcknight3263 Жыл бұрын
You guys are deffinitely Tactical junkies. Love these videos. Great info
@shanescott3168 Жыл бұрын
Good choices. I've had good luck with the Daiwa Tatula SV reel, and it fits nicely in this category. The brake control is amazing for wind defense and flipping.
@Joshmango86 Жыл бұрын
Love watching yall on the way to work.
@ryangunter1867 Жыл бұрын
I look forward to the tactical buyers guides every year. Can’t wait for the high end combos
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ryan! You know its coming 😎
@VinceNiergarth Жыл бұрын
Great work guys, thank-you!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Thank you Vince!
@MWM92688 Жыл бұрын
Awesome stuff guys, keep up the great work!!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@christopherlawrence3927 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video this is right where I fit and it's cool to see different ways to pair rods and reels that normally I wouldn't think of
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
We're so glad you enjoyed it!
@McFish_Snatcher Жыл бұрын
I've had the mgl 150 for about a year now and fell in love right away.. Now I need a few zodius
@johngfishing8814 Жыл бұрын
Glad to see you got the Vanford in there. Excellent reel! Extremely light. I use it for drop shot
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Such an amazing reel for the price!!
@chris_2413 Жыл бұрын
Never a bad time watching y’all’s stuff! I’d like to hear your thoughts on the JDM Shimano slx 70 dc that just came out a couple months ago
@joebass4947 Жыл бұрын
That Zodias 7'6 light is nice for big smallies. More like a light+ feel. Try a 4000 Vanford on it - handles bigger fish and the occasional musky or pike well.
@jasondemers8522 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video guys! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Happy Thanksgiving!!
@gusvillanueva4272 Жыл бұрын
Love my Lavante casting paired with a matchy Curado 70 MGL but found it's even better with a Tatula SV TW103! Thanks for the video, great content as always!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for the feedback!
@farrzmd3038 Жыл бұрын
Great video. These videos have peaked my curiosity about the 13 fishing reels. For 13 to make into these price point combos they have to be good
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
We have been really happy with a lot of the 13 rods and reels over the last couple of years.
@mjc1535 Жыл бұрын
I have four Curados two 151MGL and two 201PGK. Great reels for the money
@Skunko5000 Жыл бұрын
Been waiting on this one
@otto21matic Жыл бұрын
Love my Curado MGL150 and 7’2” MH Zodias
@jayp.6166 Жыл бұрын
The $400 combo is the perfect median. Plus there are SO MANY awesome rods and reels at the $200 price point.
@patrickzajdel Жыл бұрын
That Expride option in that price range is 🔥
@kweeks10045 Жыл бұрын
For most people, I find that $300-$350 is about the sweet spot for a "nice" combo. Something like a $200-$250 reel and $100-$150 rod. On the upper end they may sniff $400. The big thing is having 5, 10, 15 or more rods. As most of us know, it's pretty easy to get to $3000+. For the fair weather fisherman, it's a tough call. But, they may decide to buy one really nice $500+ combo, a $250, and then a few $150-200's.
@CT393 Жыл бұрын
I'd rather spend more on the rod than the reel, personally.
@bassinbilliards6279 Жыл бұрын
I'd rather fish with higher end rods forsure. The zodias combos with the Vanford or curado 150mgl are best bang for the buck imo at 400$. But the rods are more important to me. I'd rather have a Nasci and keep a Zodias than a Curado using a Tein power reel.
@fishinwitheddy Жыл бұрын
Got my first gloomis rod a few months ago I got the gcx 7’1” mhef jwr and I have falling in love with this rod for Texas rigs
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Awesome!! They're so nice!
@gabescoffield 10 ай бұрын
Zodias is by far my favorite rod I have a few of them now.
@jasondemers8522 Жыл бұрын
I love my Levante tour special!
@richardblake4777 Жыл бұрын
You guys are doing us bassaholics a great job.
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Ha! Thanks Richard!
@glenndaugherity6187 Жыл бұрын
And the Levante spinning rods have gone up 50 dollars since their new design introduction. But they are awesome rods ! 👍
@basschaser9356 Жыл бұрын
$400 combo is my budget and does great for tournaments or fun fishing , dobyns rod pair with either a Daiwa or shimano reels , reliable and performance
@cjfishtales2238 Жыл бұрын
My GCX spinner bait rod arrives today. Very excited about it
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
AWESOME!! You're going to love it!
@andyd834 Жыл бұрын
Yes! We get another bfs buyers guide! All I really need is that and swimbaits.
@oldeschoolbob1022 Жыл бұрын
Hoping for a bank Anglers Guide one of these years.... makes sense on several levels. Good luck out there!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Its coming! 👍
@urielpaz8023 Жыл бұрын
Awesome information on the 13 fishing c2 reel vs currado 150mgl which one of the 2 casts further in your opinion so with which reel will send the lure further thanks
@lcg79 Жыл бұрын
If you haven't already, check out the Daiwa Rebellion rod line up. Very lightweight and sensitive. $200
@BigDirtDawg Жыл бұрын
i think they did last year actually but i just said the same thing. I thought it would be in this price point.
@HarveyBrutel Жыл бұрын
Woohoo lezzz gooo boyz!😆🤘🏼👍🏼
@trophybasshunter4life584 Жыл бұрын
Magnum jerkbait rod? I know you guys love the expride 6-10 medium for normal jerkbaits but do you reccomend the expride 6-10 MH for 3/4 and 1 oz jerkbaits like the Rerange 130 or the Pointer 128? Thanks and I love the buyers guide.
@FreedomFishing Жыл бұрын
My 70 dollar, telescoping Kastking rod, and 20 Plussino reel caught me a 4 lb 2 oz largie. Firm believer if you take care of your reels, budget combos can land you those big fish too. But high end gear does feel smoother.
@yummygogolak Жыл бұрын
There's a point to what you are saying, although taking care of a $20 reel pretty much consists of tossing it in the trash and buying a new one. I in fact considered buying one for some of the harsher outings. But in the end I think I'll just service my Shimanos when needed.
@jasonwood3922 Жыл бұрын
The Dobyns Sierra and Kaden series should be in the $300 combo video. Pair them w/ an SLX or Miravel and you are right at $300. With the sales, you make it easily.
@jakerado3373 Жыл бұрын
Good video Tactical Bassin’. Have you guys gotten any experience with the Dobyns Kaden lineup?
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
We still need to spend more time with that line to have a final opinion.
@tightlinesbassfishing Жыл бұрын
I want to try the g loomis MBRs. Trying to decide if I go GCX or IMX pro? Any feedback
@tims_always_fishing7117 Жыл бұрын
Love my dobyns and zodias, got the expride A on a big sale at American legacy
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@emstar421 Жыл бұрын
Which of these spinning rods is best for 1/2 oz+ jigs and the most durable in your opinion guys? Looking to upgrade but had issues with the old crucial and some other high end rods. I'm hard on my stuff. Need feel+durability in a jig rod
@manuelgutierrez7918 Жыл бұрын
Hey, guys. I’m looking to complete 4 combos for a fishing trip to Sinaloa. I have a casting 7’ MH fast and I just bought the Levante Spinning Combo you suggested. What other 2 combos you suggest?
@emmettferguson6495 Жыл бұрын
I know the 200$ video already passed but you guys should really check out the ark Brandon Cobb series of rods they are 40 ton Japanese blanks for 100$ and they are amazing
@emmpak Жыл бұрын
Well, Matt and Tim...Shimano just released the SLX DC XT under $250, which is just as good as the Anteras DC without the huge price. Plug that reel now!
@G__Mason 10 ай бұрын
I just received my 21’ Scorpion DC 150Hg and I’m waiting on a Zodias 7’2” MH to come in the mail 😁, kinda wish I’d went with the 7’5” MH but oh well Now I’m debating on getting a Shimano Vanguard 2500/3000 or a Shimano Curado BFS or Curado MGL 70 reel for a lighter lure setup. I don’t have a good spinner tho so figured I could prob achieve the same thing with a broader range of applications 🤷🏻♂️ but I also love baitcasters tho so I’m debating lol
@andrewtremper8453 Жыл бұрын
I’m thinking of getting a dobyns Kaden 735cb for spooks and small ploppers, do you all have any feedback on the Kaden line? Thanks in advance!
@xfrenchfrygreatx1 Жыл бұрын
Have you guys ever tried or used ark rods? What are your thoughts on it?
@mherna0939able Жыл бұрын
Amazing buyer’s guide! Great info and thank you for links. Can’t wait for higher end combos! Any idea if any nrx, st croix, or adrena sales? Trying to find a new rod for my new Antares DC. Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving.
@oldeschoolbob1022 Жыл бұрын
Tackle Warehouse is having its Black Friday Sale. Follow the links in the description if you want your purchase to help support TB. They also have a link in their "about" page. Good luck out there!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
NRX, St Croix, and Poison Adrena are all included, just not advertised as such. If you complete the purchase and check your receipt you will have received the discount on any/all of these items. 👍🏼 Here is a direct link: bit.ly/2OyZlG8
@konnerholt6838 Жыл бұрын
This comment has nothing to do with rods but I’m getting into big bait fishing and I have been shopping around for a net that is lightweight enough to use on my own but heavy enough to hold a big bass. Do you have any recommendations?
@zacpdx Жыл бұрын
Love me some Dobyns
@montanawhite5699 Жыл бұрын
How do you guys feel about Daiwa reels? I bought 3 different sizes a few years back, the spitfire or whatever. The biggest one, which I only use for dunking or slide bait is ok, but barely gets used. The other two I have had to repair 4 times already. All of a sudden the spool starts spinning both ways. I’ve never had reels fail while still being new, and so frequently. They failed probably after 1 year of use. I had a cheap shimano fx feel ($20) for over 8 years before it started feeling rough when feeling it. I’m never going to buy daiwa reels again.
@shawng3340 Жыл бұрын
YES!!!!
@kensimpson8581 Жыл бұрын
I loving the combo content. But im suprised to not hear Falcon rods in the mix. What are yalls thoughts of the falcon lowrider or Cara rods?
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
They have been in the past but this is a very hard list of rods to break into year after year. There are some serious heavy hitters!
@jaketurnbough5028 Жыл бұрын
What's up fellers? I know you guys are big shimano fans and so am I. I'm curious though, you have never brought up the shimano scorpion. From what I have read it is a twin to the curado and had the mgl spool before the curado did. It also has a smaller price tag. Do you dudes have an opinion on these reels? Been thinking about buying one. Thanks, Jake Turnbough
@ridinskullcandy Жыл бұрын
I know we are passed this price point, but have you guys tried any duckett rods (specifically jacob wheeler) or their reels?
@LeeD556 Жыл бұрын
Please tell me where st.croix rods are on sale! Thanks for the hard work and awesome vids guys!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Right here: bit.ly/2OyZlG8 They won't show as on sale but if you complete the purchase you'll receive the discount 👍🏼
@mikespeiran1230 Жыл бұрын
Have y'all ever used the TFO rods? They seem to be a good middle road with a great warranty. $400 is a bit high for me...
@jasoncowick2376 Жыл бұрын
Yes!!!! That mgl and zodius is what I was waiting for! Let me ask you guys though, why the 7’5”Mh? What are the advantages over say the 7 or 7’2”?
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
It's all preference but the longer rod loads a little different.
@jasoncowick2376 Жыл бұрын
@@tacticalbassin I gotcha! 7’5” would be my longest Mh, but you mentioning the way it loads kinda makes me intrigued. I’m thinking it’s gonna load a little deeper almost giving a softer tip feel? Honestly that’s what I’ve been wanting. I was looking at some Mh moderates but worried that would be too far in that direction. Hopefully I’m correct in my assumption about the loading different.
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
That is correct 👊🏻
@dleuterio1 Жыл бұрын
Would you recommend the Expride 7’7 heavy or Zodias 7’5 heavy? Primary purpose would be for a rigs, small glides and small swim baits. Thanks for all the great content!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
The 7'7 is our A-rig rod 👍
@dleuterio1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@ericisner8967 Жыл бұрын
Vanford/Zodias ftw!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Such a killer combo!
@WhereWeWild Жыл бұрын
I’m curious, haha what reel do you guys like fishing more… Curado 200k or Curado MGL 150?
@ryanprellwitz8565 Жыл бұрын
Megabass was on sale last year at TW, just like Shimano is.
@jrod2208 Жыл бұрын
Is this one of those silent sales where it applies at checkout?
@420RyanBruce Жыл бұрын
Very nice combos. I only have one semi high end rof setup currently. The 6'11 expride with a curado 151 dc. Probably not the best reel for that rod by any means but you know...gotta work with what you got. What reel would you recommend with that rod from any reel high or low?
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
If budget wasn't a consideration, there's no question that your best pairing is an Aldebaran MGL. If budget is key, your 2nd best choice is the Curado 70 MGL
@420RyanBruce Жыл бұрын
@@tacticalbassin much appreciated!
@jayp.6166 Жыл бұрын
I mostly use Dobyns rods but I am too much of a tackle junkie to be exclusive to one brand lol I also have Megabass Levantes, Daiwa Zillions/Steez/Tatulas, and a couple 13 Fishing rods. Reels I am pretty much exclusive to Shimano and Daiwa with the majority being Shimano. But once again I have a couple 13 Fishing reels sprinkled in there as well I f’ing LOVE tackle lol
@MichaelGile19 Жыл бұрын
15:12 I'd really love to see your guys' thoughts on the "Edge, Black Widow" lineup. Its Loomis' newest company outta woodland here in the PNW.
@hhnry7929 Жыл бұрын
Let’s goooo 🙏🙏
@jacobkramer1089 Жыл бұрын
My bread and butter combos! I have a ton of Tatula LT reels and love them. I just wish daiwa would fix the anti-reverse failing problem! Eventually happens to every reel I have over time
@kylemayer8486 Жыл бұрын
You ever try fixing one? I have 3 ballistics that are failing and I'm afraid to take them apart to repair them.
@jacobkramer1089 Жыл бұрын
@@kylemayer8486 Not yet. Punch fishing says it's a cheap fix but it adds up when it's happening with 4 reels. It makes me sad that even my Exist has the same failure point
@kylemayer8486 Жыл бұрын
@@jacobkramer1089 it's fine until you go to snap the line to get a ned rig unstuck and half your line falls out. I've been upgrading to luvias mq's, but I like my jdm ballistics and want to save them.
@billyjin2062 Жыл бұрын
Hey TB, do y'all ever use 2 piece rods?
@jonlowder8869 Жыл бұрын
Have you guys ever used any of the Sixgill Fishing products? I always see their ads everywhere but never heard of anyone who uses them
@skorze Жыл бұрын
I have a Daiwa Tatula, Fuego, and Exceler. The Tatula is noticeably lighter, but not worth 2x the price of the $100 Fuego. I would spend that extra money on more Daiwa Tatula SV's. Everyone has their own preferences and thus should consider going to a tackle shop to handle rods. TB loves Shimano but I wasn't impressed with them. Even after handling high end Megabass/Shimano/GLoomis, I'd spend my money on a Dobyns Champion.
@jasonrutherfordbassfishing Жыл бұрын
I love St. Croix and have been using them for 20+ years! Is there anything Lews you’d recommend? My combos range from $300-500 on average.
@oldeschoolbob1022 Жыл бұрын
Check their 200 and 300 Guides; The LFS and KVD are profiled.
@thejonath Жыл бұрын
What do you think about Scorpion DC reels? Through sales and strength of the $ relative to yen, I managed to outfit three expride with Vanford (spinning) and Scorpion DC (casting) at 420$-ish. Never heard you guys take on Scorpion DC
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
We own some JDM reels but you'll never hear us talk about them for one very simple reason... they're unsupported in the US. We can't recommend someone buy a reel, even on a price break, that they can't get repaired easily if a problem arrives. There are some very intricate differences between US and JDM reels that are geared toward the overall differences in fishing styles and generally speaking, US anglers are better served by reels that are intended for us.
@rainbosprinkles6548 Жыл бұрын
Love the videos. Thank you. That's coming from an inshore guy. Your jerkbait. Ideas have been killer for speckled trout. What about US made, Hand made rods like Kistler or Cashion over China made mass produced shimano rods?
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
We own some Cashion and Kistler rods. They make some good stuff. I just recently got a Kistler Z-Bone and I really like it.
@lightningmusky5286 Жыл бұрын
A lot of good rod and reels in this price point. Dobyns champion , Cashion Icon , Megabass, Daiwa Tatula elite , Gloomis. 13 fishing reels IMO suck. Shimano or Daiwa are a step ahead of all others. Tatula or Tatula elite reel are both excellent.
@zacheriahlewis9666 Жыл бұрын
Does the GCX get discounted after you pull the trigger at checkout? Been eyeballing that MBR 843 for some time
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Yes. You will see the discount applied afterwards.
@erinzabolotney694 Жыл бұрын
I just placed an order for my dad with an expride b and a daiwa bg, but I didn’t get a discount? Was I supposed to type a discount code in or am I confused?😂
@ferndelisle Жыл бұрын
Good morning guys! If you don't touch on this model in a buyers guide - any experience and opinions on the Expride 8' XXH?
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Yes, we've fished it quite a bit. I like the rod a lot! It's extremely sensitive and handles big baits well. The bulk of my time with it has been fishing an 8" Magdraft and an 8" Savage Gear RTF Trout and it handled both with ease. The separation of the two pieces is under the reel seat and you'll never even know it's there. I've owned many rods over the years with this separation point and have never had any issues.
@ferndelisle Жыл бұрын
@@tacticalbassin Awesome, was able to snag one for $220 to my door so can't wait to put it through its paces throwing big baits for largemouth and possibly chasing striper. Thanks for the quick reply! Best bass fishing resource on the web.
@tnbassmaster Жыл бұрын
The real deal tackle has a 25 percent off on every thing even Megabass any one in south East Tennessee look out for it! Got a brallist for 260!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Score! That's a really good shop.
@kylefaiss9625 Жыл бұрын
Which of the spinning rods would you recommend for nose flukes/hard jerkbaits?
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Nose flukes would have been easy but hard jerkbaits its such a loaded question its not even funny. I only have one spinning jerkbait rod I'll use at any price currently (I'm constantly searching for more) and its the Megabass Orochi XX Ronin.
@dreddy5187 Жыл бұрын
Thanks to these last year I got myself a Shimano Curado 150 MGL, SLX DC, and an SLX 70 MGL. I liked the MGL's a lot more than the DC, I was surprised how much I back lashed with the DC that I would have rather spent another $10 for the Curado MGL or saved $30 for the SLX MGL.
@oldeschoolbob1022 Жыл бұрын
I grabbed an SLX 70 MGL yesterday. Have never owned an MGL spool, so looking forward to playing with it. Good luck out there!
@DavidBronstein1961 Жыл бұрын
Agree 100% on the DC. I got it because I was a beginner baistcaster and was worried about backlashing. Frankly my learning curve was a LOT faster than I thought and as soon as I had a somewhat educated thumb, my Shimano MGL 70 quickly became my fav and I backlash a lot less with the 70 than I do with the DC. I think it’s the shallow spool? Results in much less line-digging, maybe, not sure. The extra $ you spend on the DC is much better spent on overall better reel quality/engineering. Beginners: all you need is time on the water. The higher-end Shimanos are amazing and make learning how to cast a breeze. (As does Quantum Tour S3 if you can find one on eBay. Amazing reel!)
@dreddy5187 Жыл бұрын
@@oldeschoolbob1022 it's awesome!
@xSWlMx Жыл бұрын
How much was the slx dc on sale for?
@dreddy5187 Жыл бұрын
@@xSWlMx I think you're talking $137 + tax
@joshsiock3813 Жыл бұрын
the the levantes more or less sensitive than an expride?
@Phinox9000 Жыл бұрын
What do you guys think of the Expride b 7’ 6” heavy
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
That is an awesome rod!
@eatamango71 Жыл бұрын
Any thoughts on the Daiwa Rebellion rods? They are similar price point as St. Croix Victory
@naturecutsinc1108 Жыл бұрын
Rebellion is way better
@kalecastaneda Жыл бұрын
What do you guys use the ML expride for? I’m curious just might give me an excuse!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
We started out using it for heavier BFS applications. It's since become a phenomenal blade bait, underspin, topwater, and even small Texas rig rod.
@JohnSmith-cf3nx Жыл бұрын
If a guy wanted to get into these higher quality combos but had to do a piece here and a piece later. Rod first or reel first. Assuming you already have some pretty good “budget” combos already
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
If it were me (Matt) I'd go with the nicer rod first. Increase that sensitivity and then worry about the reel layer.
@kesterharding1819 Жыл бұрын
First babyyy!! What gear ratio do you recommend for the Tranx when using it for swimbaits?
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
I really prefer the 7:1 high gear with the power handle. If you can't do the power handle, go with the slower ratio.
@kesterharding1819 Жыл бұрын
@@tacticalbassin ty so much TB! Looking fwd to the highend combo.
@oldeschoolbob1022 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Matt and Tim. Great stuff as always. We're over my price point - I'm not keen to risk a combo that cost more than my first car to the rigors and hazards of the Florida shorelines - but it's always fun to see that upper-end gear on display. If any primarily bank anglers read this, I am curious: Do you tend to steer away from high-dollar gear like I do, or do you just accept the risk? Happy Thanksgiving to one and all!
@jazzfeline5970 Жыл бұрын
I try to find a middle ground. I find that there's a law of diminishing returns when it comes to fishinf gear. A $150-200 combo will be way better than a $50 combo from Walmart, but a $400-500 combo will only be slightly better than something half the price. I won't go so cheap that it breaks easily and is unreliable, but nothing so expensive that I feel like I'm wasting money I could be spending elsewhere.
@poker_matt4458 Жыл бұрын
With out knowing if you have technique specific rods this rod and reel combo is one of the best Daiwa sv tws ($200) and either duckett rod , st croix rod very very hard to beat both rods range from 100 plus
@oldeschoolbob1022 Жыл бұрын
@@poker_matt4458 I'm in Florida, so things are a lot simpler than in other parts of the country. I usually carry 2, occasionally 3 combos: Typically I have a jig or bladed jig, soft plastic and a frog. It's hard to be too technique specific with only 2-3 combos, so I go for versatility. If there's cover, I have a MH spinner, MH baitcaster and a heavy baitcaster. I use mainly Dobyns and 13 Fishing; I would love to love St. Croix, but have found them to be too tip-heavy for my taste. I won't give up on them, though. Good luck out there!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Bob, obviously we use a lot of high end gear but the other day I was walking a river with an NRX/Stella combo and I spent the whole evening worried about breaking it, scuffing it every time I sat it down. Definitely need to find some middle ground for consistent bank angling. 👍 I'll spend this coming season trying to find some really good options... I saw your comment about a bank angler guide and I really like that idea.
@oldeschoolbob1022 Жыл бұрын
@@jazzfeline5970 That's a good point about diminishing returns. Florida is not exactly the Finesse Fishing Capital of the world when it comes to largemouth, so how much more "feel" DO I need to pay for? That answer will probably vary depending on where you live, but down here it's hard to justify jumping to that next level once you're using decent quality gear...especially for Clumsy Bank Anglers like me. Good luck out there!
@SPW119Fishing Жыл бұрын
what do you think about and expride paired with a miravel at this price point?
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
The rod definitely outshines the reel but that reel is so light and feels so good in the hand, I think that would be a great way to reach to a higher price point and get to experience an extremely light, extremely sensitive rod.
@johnjustasimpleman1998 Жыл бұрын
Will discount at tackle warehouse apply to megabass like the one ten junior
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
No. Megabass is one of the only brands that aren’t discounted.
@poppy.fishing Жыл бұрын
I love these videos, my wife looks at me like " What now?" Lol
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@kylemayer8486 Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately I didn't need any more rods or reels this year, so I bought a gamakatsu luxxe and a curado 70 mgl
@oldeschoolbob1022 Жыл бұрын
I didn't need anything either, so bought an SLX MGL. 😀 Have never owned an MGL, so looking forward to playing with it. Good luck out there!
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
You're going to LOVE that setup!! Its very unique and really enjoyable to fish.
@kylemayer8486 Жыл бұрын
@@tacticalbassin it specs out to be a good tn70/lv500 rod, hopefully it is. I currently throw them on a 7'2 mh victory, but it's a little soft imho.
@dustinharris8828 Жыл бұрын
I know most companies doing sales they exclude megabass, g-loomis, shimano, st. Croix and so on but I haven’t seen on TW where they say what’s on sale or what’s not. Was wondering how do we know if what we want is on the sale or not?
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
Sites will show no discount on those brands because of MAP pricing requirements but discounts can still happen if they're not advertised. You will not see a discount reflected in your cart, but it will be applied when you complete the purchase. You'll find it reflected on your receipt after purchase. This isn't new, it's been this way with every sale for years 👍🏼 Here's a direct link to the sale: bit.ly/2OyZlG8
@d10dozerman2 Жыл бұрын
Can someone give me some insight to which rod I should get. This is going to be for throwing Jerkbait. Which one Zodias 6'-10" Medium or Curado 6'-10" Medium. I'm looking to put a Curado MGL 150 on it but not sure which gear ratio to go with. The 6.2:1 or 7.4:1 any suggestions are appreciated. :)
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
You can't go wrong with either but the Zodias is closer to the Expride that we like so well. Go with the 7.4:1.
@d10dozerman2 Жыл бұрын
@@tacticalbassin Thanks Matt/Tim for the reply back to my question. I will definitely go with the Zodias rod and the 7.4:1 gear ratio. I've learned so much from watching TB videos. I really appreciate all you guys do for us.
@austinhall485 Жыл бұрын
Would you go with a expride 7'L or a zodius 7'ML or L for ned rigs and drop shot? Such a hard choice I've never had anything in the realm of rods
@tacticalbassin Жыл бұрын
If your budget allows, go Expride. They're AMAZING for the price!!
@austinhall485 Жыл бұрын
@@tacticalbassin $450 for a rod is definitely not in the budget lol but from what I hear it's definitely worth Ramen and kraft dinner for a couple weeks
@austinhall485 Жыл бұрын
Candian pricing and shipping makes things insane
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