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
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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY… *

Trolling Motor– Minn Kota Ultrex 112: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics– Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Anchors– Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Camera– GoPro Hero 9: http://bit.ly/2KQ0VEI

*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…*

Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Storage Box: https://bit.ly/3U9y4cl
Favorite Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won’t be able to even see a difference but they’ll know you’re one of us!

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