BUYER'S GUIDE: Chatterbaits, Spinnerbaits, and Best Trailers!

Today's buyers guide is all about the spinnerbait and chatterbait. This is a huge category with a wide variety of baits and styles but we were able to easily narrow it down to key baits that you can rely on to catch fish throughout the year! These two staples belong in every angler's arsenal, here's what you need to know...
Each of these categories could be their own buyer's guide but for the sake of time we've combined them. The chatterbait, or bladed jig, comes in dozens of versions but there are only a few that stand out from the crowd. The spinnerbait comes in a plethora of shapes, sizes, and blade configurations but also has a few key baits that stand above the rest.
Below you'll find links to the baits and gear in the order we discussed them. We've included our favorite sizes, weights, and colors for each and all the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of the items.
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FULL SIZE SPINNERBAITS...
•Terminator T1 Spinnerbait: bit.ly/3xUsekP
Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow
Color: Green Gizzard, Silver Shiner
•Damiki TOT Type 1: bit.ly/38cxmD6
Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow
Color: Smelt Shad, Sharp Belly
MID SIZE SPINNERBAITS...
•Nichols Catalyst: bit.ly/3QfCSuM
Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow
Color: Gizzard, Bombshell Shad
•Shimano Swagy Strong: bit.ly/3pJlOCo
Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow
Color: Natural Bait, Tidal Killer
FINESSE SPINNERBAITS...
•Megabass SV-3: bit.ly/3lk1SD0
Size: 1/2 oz Double Willow
Color: Gill, Hasu, Wakasagi
SPINNERBAIT TRAILERS...
•Keitech 4.3" Fat Swing Impact: bit.ly/2ab7s8v
Colors: Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad
•Damiki 4" Armor Shad: bit.ly/2KtPDAT
Colors: PB Silver, RP Blue Pearl
SPINNERBAIT STINGER HOOKS...
•Gamakatsu Stinger Trailer: bit.ly/3jdoaWN
Size: 1 or 1/0
CHATTERBAIT STYLES...
•ZMan JackHammer Chatterbait: bit.ly/2popvj6
Size: 1/2 oz
Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Bruised Green Pumpkin
•ZMan Stealth Blade: bit.ly/30J8L8h
Size: 1/2 oz
Colors: Green Pumpkin Shad, Black Blue
•Zman Naked Chatterbait Custom: bit.ly/3bB7FTS
Size: 1/2 oz
Colors: White, Green Pumpkin
•Zman Mini Max Chatterbait: bit.ly/3tqztzi
Size: 3/8 oz
Colors: Gizzard Shad, Spot Remover
CHATTERBAIT TRAILERS...
•Big Bite Baits Kamikaze SwimOn: bit.ly/2NkSdPV
Colors: Hematoma, Smoky Gold, Green Pump Chart
•Yamamoto Swimming Zako: bit.ly/3fPRQsF
Colors: Sexy Shad, Zako
•Netbait 4" Paca Slim: bit.ly/3QhEpRe
Colors: Black Blue Flake, Tilapia Magic
•Hog Farmer Spunk Shad: bit.ly/2UFkCD7
Sizes: 4.5 and 5.5
Colors: Sexy Shad, Ghost Minnow, Hematoma
FAVORITE SPINNERBAIT COMBO...
Rod- G Loomis GLX 844C MBR: bit.ly/2gqziwT
Reel- Shimano Metanium DC (HG): bit.ly/2qrSZvs
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro Braid (40 lb): bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Saltimate Shock (16 lb): bit.ly/3oT1oq2
BUDGET SPINNERBAIT COMBO...
Rod- Shimano SLX 7'2" Heavy: bit.ly/2mGp1Vc
Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (HG): bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line- Sunline Super FC (15 lb): bit.ly/2p7fxju
FAVORITE CHATTERBAIT COMBO...
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 883C BJR: bit.ly/2QurcHi
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL (HG): bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro (40 lb): bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Saltimate Shock (16 lb): bit.ly/3oT1oq2
BANG FOR THE BUCK CHATTERBAIT COMBO...
Rod- Shimano Expride B 7'2" MH Glass: bit.ly/32IrXqE
Reel- Shimano Curado 150 MGL (HG): bit.ly/2TQHwrP
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro (40 lb): bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Saltimate Shock (16 lb): bit.ly/3oT1oq2
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[@rocketsurgeon1746]

Over a grand into your buyers guides. Stop making buyers guides!! I can't afford anymore :)

[@chrisjackson6115]

I feel ya I done bought 4 Metaniums 2 Aldebaran 1 Bantam 610 expride,Brailist, and 4 other Exprides, a Dobyns 700C BFS

[@jasondaniels209]

A grand? That’s it?? 😂. Bro… I’ve spent that in rods alone. Tackle Warhouse Afterpay makes it pretty easy to spend a grand lol

[@rocketsurgeon1746]

@@jasondaniels209 don't ask about last Christmas, spring sale or Black Friday :)

[@440-fishermandrock8]

Wish I had money lmao 🤣

[@mitchcieslak9476]

I’m broke and stressed 😂😂😂

[@CapnPink28]

Oh my…..
Biggest fish I’ve ever caught here in Southern Ohio was on a Chatterbait! (JackHammer and Zako trailer)
Broke my PB 3 times in one day Mid-April in a private lake/pond, went from 5lb, to 8lb, and finally 9.57lb!
The 5 pounder was on a Spinnerbait (War Eagle with a Keitech), but I lost it because I didn’t re-tie after the fight….🤷‍♂️….still a good day, I’ll never forget it!
THESE GUYS KNOW WHAT THEY ARE TALKING ABOUT!!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@tacticalbassin]

Thanks Warren and congrats. Those are GIANTS!!

[@CapnPink28]

@@tacticalbassin Not bad for Southern Ohio!!
Cant wait to make it back to Chick…..gonna try Springtime this year…gotta love Prespawn!!

[@420RyanBruce]

Y'all put in a shit ton of work around the holidays. Much appreciated.

[@Twangtown7]

Another sneaky good trailer for the Mini Max is the 3.8 Keitech Crazy Flapper. Just a whole different look.

[@kgottula71]

The information you guys offer is unreal and so beneficial to us regular guys! I’ve increased my success exponentially just by watching and learning new techniques. My note book keeps growing, it’s nice to feel confident on the water in any given condition or season. I also appreciate the delivery method used in your videos, almost feels like I’ve been on the water myself after watching some of the raw content. Too cool, thank you again.

[@McFish_Snatcher]

The jackhammer you held up is by far the most versatile color too. Golden shiner 3/8 jackhammer with a Tennessee magic 4.5 spunk shad will catch giants all across the country

[@vegasvato55]

I very much enjoy the way the two of you interact on your channel and i absolutely love the information you guys are putting out...

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Thank you, gentlemen. We love our bladed jigs down here. In case anyone is interested in knowing more about these baits, here is a link to the most recent TB "in depth" video I could find: th-cam.com/video/Z7DhpWSi10Q/w-d-xo.html . Happy Holidays to one and all, and good luck out there!

[@Veritas84Aequitas]

Everybody sleeping on the Bottom Up Beeble. Top producer for me all season.
My Megabass and OSP SB's hardly got any use this season.

[@richardblake4777]

Guys, that was one of your best videos ever, so much important info. A beginner could do well to use your suggestions and start catching them immediately. Y'all sold me on the Spunk Shad when you did the underwater trailers and they lived up to your praise. Thanks Tim and Matt for your wisdom.

[@FreedomFishing]

You hit on what we all have to deal with from time to time. It's good to feel the vibration of the spinnerbait, becsuse if our trailer is too long, and it fouls on a cast, we won't feel the vibration. We'll know to bring it in, and shorten that trailer a smidge.

[@SoSaysYou]

Great video, thanks. For me, my favorite chatterbait trailer is the 10,000 fish yoto worm. I have more success with this trailer than any other. I do like the zako as well. I will try the spanking shad and other to see how well they work.

[@midwestfischerman]

First!🥇 Happy holidays everyone from snowy Chicago!☃️🎣🎄🎅🦌🎁

[@tacticalbassin]

Ha! Merry Christmas!! Hang in there out on that frozen tundra 😬

[@midwestfischerman]

@@tacticalbassin Next Thursday's early forecast, high of 16°F, low of -4°F.🥶

[@jfezatte517]

I'm the same way but the Mini Max took over for the Jack Hammer for me, the Mini Max & the Stealth Blade are my 1-2 punch, my bread & butter! If it's calm I start with the Stealth Blade & reach for the Mini Max once there's some chop on the water. Rarely do I have to reach for any of the other dozen setups in my boat before finding the fish!

[@travislalonde8310]

Spunk shad is #1. It’s also really strong on a ned rig and a drop shot because of that crazy tail

[@lightningmusky5286]

Tim start fidgeting when Matt starts going off. Not this again lol! Good info guys! Just got a 844 NRX+ to go with my new Zillion SV. I love the CASHION chatterbait a true gem in their lineup.

[@jasonbruno3483]

Great video again gentlemen. Can you please, please, do some testing with the Jackall Rhythm Wag as a trailer. I've tried the 3.5 on the Chatterbait Mini and the 4.5 on the Jackhammer and I fell in love. I would really appreciate your feedback on this guy's.
Keep up the great work... it's truly appreciated by so many anglers of all experience levels.
Happy holidays to you and your families!

[@tacticalbassin]

We've been testing and the smaller size has been really good on the mini max 👍🏼

[@edseegert71]

I too started using it this year when they came out and they have been great.

[@savage_shvt1045]

9:48 The stealth blade is so nice and compact. No trailer necessary!

[@keenanmoore264]

Bangin' content as always boys. Excited for the ned rig Buyers guide. Fingers crossed.

[@tonyrubaszewski6811]

Me too

[@jeremyduncan9165]

That mini max has been my jam this year!! Lake of theOzark killer.

[@alltree78]

I love the menace on my chatterbaits

[@peterhing3608]

Now this was a much better buyer's guide guys! Great breakdown on the spinnerbaita from large full size to the finesse smaller sizes. I am a big chatterbait fan and so happy that you went over the stealth and mini max. I will be trying to get both the stealth and mini max if there is any stock left over Boxing Day sales and into the new year at my favourite tackle stores up here in Ontario Canada! I totally agree that the downsizing is key once the main bite falls off for either the spinner Bair and/or Jack Hammers. Great job guys and thanks again!

[@VinceNiergarth]

Merry Christmas everyone! Thanks guys!

[@tacticalbassin]

Merry Christmas!!

[@billljones979]

I been fishing a chatterbait with a rage tail grub, turned sideways, works awesome
The paca slim craws are a great bait, I didn't know about the random arm movement,
Also for a finesse spinnerbait, the kvd finesse spinnerbait crushes it with a small minnow

[@bigfah2506]

Spinnerbaits! Love them!

[@christopherlawrence3927]

I also use the jackle I shad for the minni max it has the same tail as the hogfarmer but the body is a little more slender I feel it's another great option

[@tacticalbassin]

We've been experimenting with it too, great choice

[@eng62ine]

I'm about to pull the trigger on the bang for the buck chatterbait combo and was wondering which gear ratio you'd recommend for the Shimano Curado MGL? Thank you for all you do- your content is second to none!

[@tacticalbassin]

7.4:1. That’s awesome! You will love it.

[@michael_mc_gowan]

Another great buyers guide, guys.

[@katiedolfman6496]

Love me some chatterbaits!

[@Cornelius798]

Thanks guys, I always enjoy your video's thanks. I'm late to the party I've never thrown a chatterbait looking forward to get into it. Love spinnerbaits I go with 1/4 ounce War Eagle double willows.

[@ThatGuy-hj4xj]

I personally fish the mini max 1/4 and 3/8 on my Shimano poison adrena glass rod, with a Shimano curado 70 hg reel,with 12lb fc sniper line. 🙌

[@alcav54]

I’m pretty stoked Just bought an Expride A 6’10” medium at TW under $200.

[@shawng3340]

Yes!!!

[@youtubzkoz]

Jdm Beeble spinnerbait with that front blade is $$$

[@brucesmith7437]

IMX pro bladed jig rod is fantastic.

[@makcatchem9614]

Wish they talked about the action of the bladed jig rod compared to the expride Glass

[@bassmedic]

Those hog farmer baits are about all I use for chaterbaits. I've got a few different colors in all 3 sized from the 3.5 up to the 5. Ill even use them on a spinnerbait sometimes.

[@tims_always_fishing7117]

Throw a pit boss on, change your game up big time, especially in hot craw

[@hankwilliams999]

I hammered them on the stealth blade in lily pads I was catching them 3 to 1 on my cousins who had regular chatters

[@Basstimestwo]

Always love your videos. Worth mentioning - there are two Megabass rods that are fantastic for spinnerbaits - the Orochi XX Diablo Spec-R, and the Destroyer P5 Dark Sleeper. IMO either of these (especially the destroyer) can hang with the Loomis MBR when it comes to throwing Spinnerbaits and Bladed Jigs.

[@davelerner8461]

Great stuff guys and thanks for keeping this "real" as you always do, very practical information for all of us. Happy Holidays to you and family!

[@tacticalbassin]

Merry Christmas Dave and thanks for being part of the Tactical Family!

[@johnowens7435]

Great review Matt & Tim!

[@tikka243412]

Nice video. Expride 7’2” is great…fishes like a 7’ with the long handle though. I went to the Dobyns champ 735 cb glass for braid to mono and the Curado mgl. Great combo too. Any chance you guys could put together a stand alone video of the latest combos explaining just the actions and the reel gear ratios for the specific techniques. Would be nice to see the actual actions of the rods in an open zoomed out format with a static load on the rod to get an idea of the bend. 👍

[@frankwestphal4525]

Will you ever do an underwater video comparing swimjig trailers underwater?

[@kevinbeaudean704]

I second that request, but on normal swim jigs not those gorilla size swim jigs.

[@tims_always_fishing7117]

Just bought a 7'2 mh glass curado for 111$ at American legacy, used excellent condition, hopefully it gets delivered that way.

[@yummygogolak]

ALF knows how to ship rods.

[@tnbassmaster]

This was an awesome video! What do you think about using the 7 foot medium heavy mbr as an all round reaction rod for bot spinner baits and chatterbaits!

[@tacticalbassin]

You know... I've never tried the chatterbait on there but I'll bet it would work pretty well. I need to try that as well.

[@tnbassmaster]

@@tacticalbassin thanks a lot ! Looks like we are getting even more MBR from Matt!😂

[@edseegert71]

I have the NRX+ 844 MBR per Matt's advice because of all the things it can do, and yes it absolutely works great for chatterbaits.👍

[@focus365365]

One question please and by the way, your bass videos have taught me how to fish for bass. I grew up catfishing and started bass fishing 2 years ago and have had great results from listening and learning from the both of you, so thank you very much! But my question is for the chatter bait G Loomis IMX Pro 8883C BJR rod what size and weight rod do you use? I didn’t quite get that information in the video.

[@jimmcculloch5825]

Have you ever done a video on what type of line (mono, flor, braid, or braid to leader) you like to use on various types, or method, baits? If not, please make one,

[@CalebSmith87]

Have y'all tried the Arizona baits afg force? That's one of my favorite chatterbait trailers for cooler water. The scooters special color pairs up good with a lot of different things.

[@deanthonystokes6481]

What's a good combo that would do both that's between the $300-400 price range I like the Zodias and it's not breaking the bank what reel would be good to pair with it

[@FutureBassmaster4469]

Hey guys, just ONE suggestion im here in Ohio when you guys are talking about slow rolling a 5lb glide bait in California I instantly turn away... I know a bunch of guys too, me n my partna have a saying in a tourney, when we can't find the fish but a few 12 inchers, "call tactical bassin they'll say tie on a 4oz jig n catch some 6lbers" 😆 🤣
I'm just saying if you could do some videos, when a 5-6lber is the biggest bass caught all year in the club, that aren't based on Texas, cali or Florida waters id be SO HAPPY!!
Great video, merry Christmas to both of you guys and your families 💯🎣👊🎅

[@johnbutler307]

Thanks guys your the best.

[@mitchfarmer9509]

Ha to hit you guys up quick in hopes of a response. I went out to Bass Pro and they had none of the three crank rods I wanted to check out. Luckily I have learned of a St. Croix Bass X rod for swimbaits. Would the smaller of the three, I think it’s 7’10” heavy, fast rated at like 1/2-3ozs. I hear it’s highly recommended for treble hook hard baits. Would it cross over to throw the biggest cranks well like the 10XD? It falls perfectly in my price range at $150. Thanks guys and have a great weekend!

[@pierce873]

You should do a video with googan baits and give us your opinion on them

[@lestribble9810]

I’m surprised you didn’t talk about the slobber knocker. I bought some on the Black Friday sale but I haven’t had a chance to try them yet. It looks like with the way the blade is mounted it might not roll as much and my prevent some hangups in wood. Not sure how the action is going to be.

[@1304GT]

Great info as always!

[@tacticalbassin]

Sorry you got hit with spam, obviously that's not us. But we appreciate you Steve!

[@BasslivesmatterLLC]

Spunk shad the chatterbait trailer king reaction strike 💪🏿💪🏿

[@zebur4170]

Again, much love from upstate ny.
Merry xmas tim/matt

[@tacticalbassin]

Merry Christmas!!

[@davidcrump2348]

Trailers I like white grubs or chartruse with silver glitter trailers.

[@chanceheck6551]

Y’all talk about the evergreen 7’0 medium heavy glass and the 7’3 heavy glass it’s my favorite chatterbait rod

[@johnnystone5432]

Don't overlook the mini max chatterbait. Excellent!

[@ColsenTaylorFishing]

Great video!

[@P11Bass]

Great video

[@davidcrump2348]

I still use a 3” or 4” grub on back as a trailer

[@dickiehoskins9835]

Question what is the length of your leader do you use for your chatter and spinnerbaits? And also great video

[@retflo2583]

Great just great !!!

[@TheQmanguy]

Do y’all have a budget option for a chatterbaits? Would the 7’2” MH SLX glass or Bass X 7’2” MH Moderate be a good option?

[@progradepainting3755]

Welcome back to tactical Santa

[@danmonahan8594]

Check out the Dobyns Colt 734C for chatterbaits. Its a pretty moderate rod and only $79.99 its hard to beat

[@hunterkingfishing6253]

You guys should get the new Berkley power stinger and give us a review. I’m thinking it could be the new zako. Colors look great and that honeycomb design seems like it would give good action

[@tims_always_fishing7117]

Yep, just picked up 8 packs from Dicks, they look great 👌

[@nathanbarnard]

Do you guys prefer the NRX Vs the IMX Pro for chatter baits? I’m torn about what to get this season

[@davidcrump2348]

Colors in spinnerbaits I like white, chartruse, cheartruse/white, chartruce blue, chartruce blue white, chartruse lime white, and “carrot color” chartruse orange brown

[@brandonsmith606]

You guys are killing me first it thr R2S bling so I buy a box full now we're on to totally different ones lol

[@tacticalbassin]

Ha! The bling is still such a deadly bait and we own a stockpile of them too! With so many companies competing there are constantly new, innovative improvements coming out.

[@brandonsmith606]

@@tacticalbassin for sure I'm always looking for the next possible trophy catcher. You guy's have changed how I fish, and I'm a certified junky now lol. My PB came on a Bling in August

[@ok313114]

How about the Loomis NRX+ blade rod? overkill? (7’4” Medium-Heavy NRX+ 883C BJR)

[@Mr.Higgs.]

Speaking of the spunk shad, if you look on Omnia, you will see that Misslebaits is coming out with their own spunk shad. They aren't in stock yet but they are there to view. I see you guys are tagging braid to leader. How long of a leader and what knot?

[@tacticalbassin]

Yeah, the Missile collaboration will be at all retailers soon. We've had the pleasure of seeing some of those colors already. Pretty awesome!

[@KyleSeledic]

When would you throw a smaller finesse spinnerbait vs an underspin?

[@mandogfish7418]

I"m surprised you didn't choose the G. Loomis NRX+ Bladed Jig Casting Rod as your best high end rod.

[@davidcrump2348]

And they do not sale the spinnerbaits I like anymore. I like 1/4 oz strike king spinnerbaits. I also like another local company spinnerbaits called Billy Phillips. I like double willow and double colorado strike king or single Colorado. And the Billy Phillips is a smaller more compact spinnerbait. I like them in single Colorado or their drop bait in 1/4 oz. I like the single Colorado in 1/2 oz and 3/4 oz also.

[@phatpakbaits]

Does the naked chatter bait really fish weedless? Will it come through standing timber and brush without hanging up ?

[@djradrs199]

Braid & Line Size ?? listening at work not sure if I missed that part 🤷‍♂

[@brianrobinson9979]

What was the spinnerbait that you talked about in the past Matt? The one with the really thin blades that flex as they spin.

[@techtiger38]

Bantam for Chatterbaits

[@davidgerdes1815]

Are you guys fishing the big blade chatterbait much?

[@shadybanks8625]

What's up with so few companies making 3/4 and 1oz spinnerbaits?
I usually catch my largest bass of the year slow rolling spinnerbaits from Winter to post spawn. You can work them from inches of water out to 20 foot better than any other bait I know of.

[@frstysnowman]

have yall tried insanity like throw swimjigs on an a-rig? or maybe just the bottom one then regular swimbaits for the others..

[@frstysnowman]

damn autocorrect

[@laprice8509]

Love the videos, have you had a chance to try the slobber knocker by Berkley yet?

[@cristameckler]

How about the 4" Easy Shiner for a spinnerbait trailer ?

[@yummygogolak]

To be honest I am not enamored with stealth blade, in my hands if I want to go finessier I am much better off with Okashira or just soft swimbait on weighed hook.

[@jameshefferman6492]

What about the big blade chatter bait? What's your thoughts?

[@tacticalbassin]

It certainly works but it's window of opportunity is smaller than the others.

[@mattquinlan4629]

@@tacticalbassin when would you all say is the best “window” for the big blades? Thanks

[@shanedrennen5086]

Hi, have y’all tested the Berkley slobber knocker at all?

[@cjtfishing384]

Is there a rod out there that performs well fishing spinnerbaits and chatterbaits

[@AlabamaBassin]

No booyah pond magic for finesse? That's the smallest spinner bait I've ever fished and it works wonders in small lakes and ponds. Awesome for bank fishermen 💯

[@Taygen_Smith]

What is the length and power on the GLX 844c MBR? Looking to order one for Christmas

[@tacticalbassin]

7' Heavy (but that's a very misleading rating)

[@dangerfield85]

Surprised you didn't cover the willow blade

[@keenanmoore264]

I'm on the Canadian side of Lake St. Clair. I spanked a bunch of fish this year with my first season having a boat. I through the ned rig pretty much exclusively. What are some power techniques I could try next year? I picked up a 13 Fishing Concept C2. Need to pick a rod to pair with it. The techniques I'll use will determine the rod (length and action) I get.

[@theangleraquarist]

Tubes, finesse jigs, chatterbaits (especially the stealth), jerkbaits and drop shots. Those are just off the top of my head what I think. But check out tightrope fishing jigs to imitate gobies really well.

[@keenanmoore264]

​@@theangleraquarist Thanks! I caught a few on swimjigs, chatterbaits, drop shot, keitechs on a plain jig head. I want to try a soft plastic fluke this year. Used to be one of my fav baits.

[@luckylucky9006]

I know Bret height & few others highly recommend a glass rod for a chatter bait. But for me both my 6th sense lux rod & my Googan go to green rod have been great from handling big bass to 6 to 8 lb walleye.. I enjoy your content as always. Happy holiday guys tight lines everyone..

[@luckylucky9006]

@UCkNS7OTm4LB2UTu-jpBUXCQ what is your email? I don't think this is truly tacticalbassin.

[@tacticalbassin]

Thats a scam, don't respond. We block them constantly.

[@nathanprovost2162]

I noticed you guys don’t have a vid on how you clean rod/cork handle. Any tips on preferred methods for that?

[@tacticalbassin]

U40 cork sealant before it even gets dirty is the key 👍🏼

[@youtubzkoz]

Check out the tackle warehouse videos they just put out

[@34jcub]

Any trailer suggestions for mini max?

[@paulenglish1741]

How about a braid and mono buyers guide!!!

[@keenanmoore264]

Is it odd or not recommended to pair, let's say a SLX spinning rod with a Stradic or Vanford. Any combination of one high end piece of gear with a low end? Whether it's rod and reel or reel and rod.

[@tacticalbassin]

You can absolutely do this 👍🏼 Typically we go higher on the rod, lower on the reel... but not always.

[@keenanmoore264]

​@@tacticalbassin For max sensitivity I'm assuming? Watched the buyers guides 4-5 times each. Just need to pull the trigger on a few things now. thanks boys!

[@stevencochran4274]

Wat no river 2 sea bling I thought that Matt’s favorite…. Wow switch up

[@tacticalbassin]

It's so hard to decide! So many companies are coming up with new, innovative twists each year... there are a dozen very good options right now. The Bling is still well represented in the arsenal but didn't quite make the cut in this year's fishing.