I bought the Dobyns Champion swimbait rod and paired it with a curado 300. I've landed 4 hudd fish this year already. I would've kept skipping out and throwing finesse for numbers of fish but I'm very grateful I listened.
You guys should talk about the difference between rods like softness/hardness light med heavy and so on, so when a new be like I can pick a pole for something specific, I've only been fishing since July this year and placed 38 out of 92 boats so I know I have a lot to learn but you guys really help. Thanks keep up the good work
Love the Gambler, they're my go to trailer for spinnerbaits, chatterbaits and swim jigs. Caught tons of big largies night fishing with a spinnerbait with a gambler.
A great reel in between the Shimano Cardiff and Tranx are the new Curado 300K's! Two gear ratios (slow for soft baits and higher gear for hard baits) and literally bullet proof. Similar construction as a Tranx 300 without the saltwater sealing, but improved casting distance!!!
@@tacticalbassin can’t wait for that video! Lol. Eventually a Tackle Addict is going to end up on an episode of Intervention or Hoarders on TV🤣🤣🤣🤣 I just hope it’s not me first.
Matt this is the year I've taken the TB plunge. I've always been a one trick pony with the worm. This summer I expanded to finesse swimbaits, swim jigs, dark sleeper and deep cranks with great success. During the sale I got a dedicated deep crank set-up (Dobyns Champion XP 805, Tranx 200) and big swimbait setup. (Dobyns Championship XP swimbait 806 Tranx 300). Also bought a couple TB A-rigs. I had bought a number of swimbaits after watching your SB video a few weeks ago. I was surprised how many baits I bought that you re-reviewed today. (Megabass Magdraft, Savage Gear RFT, Savage Gear Bluegill). I watched your SB video at least 3 times and plan on reviewing it more. I'm on a fishery that regularly catches double digits and the lake record is 16 + lbs. Hoping to break into double digits this year. Thanks for all you and Tim do. I've learned more from you guys in the last year than all my years fishing. Do you still guide? I'm in Mississippi not that far from you.
Perfect timing on this video 👍 thinking of a light musky/ heavy bass combo, lexa 300 hd with mojo musky 8’6” medium heavy 🤷🏻♂️. Love the big bass swim baits for musky
I can't wait to go fishing next year! I dropped $130 on baits last night while trying to use your links for everything. I still gotta wait for the restock for colors I want on the vision 110s, blade baits and topwaters soon
Amazing breakdown of swimbaits. Also the Tranx reels are awesome! If you need both a Swimbait and Muskie reel get the 400 size. It just has a bit more capacity. St Croix makes some awesome Light Muskie rods that work well for swimbaits get a Legend series if you can afford one as they are amazing. Cashion too has a really nice series of Swimbait rods that are great for a mid level priced rod. Hopefully Tactical bassin pick up these for the future.
Let’s see some “one of” baits and garage made stuff that you have.. don’t be shy there’s plenty of us Swimbait junkies here to appreciate the collection you got
Excellent video! I started with a old Okuma guide select, that lasted about 15mins-threw out my shoulder-> I think Loomis has the lightest swimbait rods on the market-my shoulder feels a lot better-lol
Thanks Matt just placed an order from TW to start my swim bait journey. Colorado river strippers (black canyon) and green ones to. Went with the E 13 swim bait rod ,and some TB speed cranks
Now this is a rabbit hole I would love to go down. I'll start with a Magdraft and maybe a 168 S Waver. Hope I can throw that S Waver on my 7'2 H slx. Magdraft sounds awesome on my Orochi Brailist. Great video as always, love you guys
Man I knew after your Florida trip this spring the Gambler EZ's we're going to make an appearance in the small swimbait lineup. Weightless Big EZ's are a staple down here and EZ Swimmers are phenomenal swim jig and chatterbait trailers!
Try and get your hands on a lanciotti psycho gill. i’ve been trying for two almost three years to get my hands on one. custom made by a gentleman by the name of joey lanciotti. One of the most legendary wake baits out there.
Along the same lines as my last question, should northern fisheries guys like me with smaller bass consider the 5.75" Pistol Pete instead of the 8" Sneaky Pete? Again, thank you so much for all of the great information!
Love my zman minnowz, diesel, slim swimz and mag swimz..can get more colors for more scenarios instead of going through soft plastic after soft plastic. Still looking for a "budget" rod to throw my 1 1/2 mag swimz rigs for pike and musky though I'm thinking bass x 7'11" mod fast heavy
Hey Matt, I am in the Midwest. Double digit bass just don't exist up here. Should I consider the S-Waver 120 instead of the S-Waver 168? Or, should I give both sizes 120 and 168 a go?
@@tacticalbassin I REALLY appreciate your prompt reply!!! You guys are at the TOP of TH-cam fishing channels for a reason! Your content far exceeds any other channel, and you guys are humble and friendly!
@@midwestfischerman I challenge anyone to find a better informational channel about bass fishing🎣. Try finding someone who's in touch with their fan base, unbiased by sponsorships, and has decades of guiding and tournament experience. Ill wait 😂
I don't have a dedicated swimbait rod- I use jig rods. I have two I can use- one is only rated up to 1 ounce but I can easily throw like S wavers on it and it does really well- has a fairly moderate action to it. But, the other that's rated up to 2 ounces is stiff as a pool que- it's a flipping stick only. So I've been straying away from anything heavier than say 1.5 ounces- but do you think I could throw something like the Sneaky Pete on a stiff flipping stick like that and still land a fish?
If the action is too fast could be a bad rod for smaller swim baits. Upgrade to bigger hooks for more of a chance to land fish. I just got a ST CROIX BASS X 7’4 MH mod fast 3/4-Oz-1/2 throws most baits well 2oz or more just landed a 6.3lb on an open jig hooked 5in paddle tale 4ot hook and it did so good the bend in the rod was amazing when she loaded up I knew it was a GIANT
Another awesome video we'll done guys👏..I just picked up a sneaky pete and the savage gear rtf swimbait can't wait to try em...got a ? I'm picking up a budget crank rod gonna go glass would you grab bass mojo glass or curado glass...thanks guys
That' a tough one! Both are excellent in their price ranges. I'm not sure you can make a bad call here. If you have the budget, I'd go Curado but if not, that Mojo is definitely going to carry you through.
Great video about my favorite subject. I only use nylon mono as fishing line. Using mono is the G Loomis IMX Pro 966 still a good rod for both treble hook and single hook baits, or should I use something a little stiffer to compensate for the elasticity of the line? About the baits I agree. Some of the baits I have little experience with. I'm starting to fish the Savage Gear Pulse Tail baits. About hudds, I fished them for years now and only got 1 fish on the weedless 68. I've caught my PB last year on the 8" Savage Gear Glide Swimmer and have a couple of my top10 bass on the S-Waver 168. Also 2 bass of my top10 on a 6.5" bait I make, similar to a MS Slammer. About the Spro BBZ-1, I have the 6" version but prefer to use it really slow. That's the way Bill Siemantel (who designed the bait) use it more often and that's the way the bait swims the best. Next year I'll try burning it. Thanks for the great video!
Is it just that imx pro 966 that is good at both treble and jig hooks? I was wondering if the lower power imx pro 965 could do both but just lighter weights?
I’m interested in the savage gear squad… xtra xtra heavy 5-12oz. 🤔 I got the dobyns fury and I LOVE IT, rated 2-8oz but I do find it’s a little too light for the really heavy stuff say like 6oz and up. (8inch Hud jig hook is not a problem btw, gotta swing hard haha but I recently got a 7lb striper on it.) I’m looking to throw some bigger stuff so just wondering if the savage gear is gonna have the quality to handle it. Any thoughts would be much appreciated. 😊🤙🏽
Hey matt i really appreciate you guys taking the time to make these videos sharing your your knowledge so when I go to the link that y’all posted for the G Loomis rod I noticed there’s several different types of rods that you can select could you possibly tell me what the length and power of the one your using?
I Matt we love your videos ! Question - I’m getting into smaller swim baits like S Wavers and Mag Drafts ect. and just purchased a G Loomis Edge series 7’3 H rod which is according to their website an all around rod for swim baits,glides,jigs,a rigs, ect. I’d like to know what reel would be good on this rod to cover multiple things listed ? I know you guys get hammered with questions so hopefully you can respond ! Thanks for doing these videos 👍
The Sav gear squad, xh is for jig hook baits? And xxh for Roman made and ect? Can I throw 8 " soft jig hook baits on the xh? Where is the cut off for jig hook baits on xh? Thanks!!!
Just ordered a MB tequila baccarac with intentions of using it primarily to throw mag drafts, bacca burritos and other soft swimabits, along with an A rig. I had intentions of pairing it with a bantam mgl but wondering if the line capacity would be too big of an issue? I primarily fish from a kayak so not usually making extremely long cast
@TacticalBassin I have fished swimbait a for 3 years really without a bite. I fish a lake in california that is stocked with trout and I have been out there throwing a mix of soft baits, glides, and topwater swimbaits. The main target is striped bass in our lake with swim baits though there are giant largemouth. I’m wondering how I should fish a bait like a Huddleston for stripers, because a lot of guys have been getting bit on it this year so far after trout stockings, but I have still been without a bite. I’ve crawled the bait on bottom most of the time slower than anyone I have seen out there, and I’ve occasionally tried retrieving faster. I am trying to end the streak of no bites or fish for 3 years and am wondering what retrieves I should be throwing on a hudd or open water glides/topwater for stripers, just thought I’d ask the best for some advice!
Matt, I've had a savage gear swimbait rod for a few years now. It's from their browser line. I don't know how it compares to the squad, but I use it as my downsizer rod for muskie. Things like magnum rattle traps, small twitchbaits, small gliders, bass jigs, etc. It's been really good for that.
This video made me think of another important but not so fun video idea: how to get a hook out of yourself. I got hooked in the finger by a wake bait a few years ago and that was a trip to the ER I’d rather forget. It’s gonna happen to everyone at least once unfortunately
My only real, dedicated swimbait rod is a dobyns fury 795. What types of glides/swimbaits is it good for? I’m kinda new to the proper rod types for different baits.
@@FishingWithChris_Tv those baits are so versatile and underrated! I love them! You should be fine as the bait is 2 oz and the Fury is rated at 1-5 oz. You'll be in the sweet spot. Good luck!
@@bobfishnut sweet. I went by a local shop and picked up a chartreuse/pearl Dunkle and a few 6” magdrafts yesterday and a buddy of mine gave me some 6” epic studs on 10/0 and 12/0 owner beasts.
Matt or Tim, question for you because I cant find info anywhere! But what size hook do you recommend for the 6" Bull Gill swimbait by Mike Bucca? Mine came with #2 KVD Triple Grip hooks, and they look way too small, I put #1 KVD Triple Grip Hooks on the Bull Gill but they still look too small, I tried Owner ST-56 #1 hooks and they look ok, but maybe too long and too heavy a wire.. Idk what to use, I was thinking maybe 1/0 Gammy ewg short shank hooks next..
I’m trying to figure out what length and size Fury to buy? I have a few mag drafts and the smallest Huddleston and Ive never tried either. Just now getting into swim baits
What type of line do you guys suggest? I fish for bass, but alot of times those toothy pike like to grab and break off my expensive lures. I know I can use a leader. Just wondering if that effects the action. Right now I use 50# braid. Should I be using floro or ????? THX
Is there a point that at certain lakes swim baits are not a good idea? Where they may be too big? At one point earlier this year I was crushing 3 1/2 pound bass and bigger on a 4.8 inch Keitech. But that seems to be the only Lure I can get bit on for swim baits. Any suggestions on what the next steps would be? I know that this is a broad spectrum. But I love swim bait fishing and it’s discouraging when you just can’t get bit.
Hi I am 12 I am know the guy that owns on rat I got sponsored by them so cool so see them on TH-cam because they are just a small company in Southern California
I watched all your buyer's videos. Went to my cart on TW to add a few more items now empty. Gotta Start over. I wanna stay under 4 ounce swims I have elbow issues. The curado 200k, transx 301,cardiff's,corvalus, gone what about the beastX or tatula reels?
That's the worst!! Its such a bummer when you have to start over! I don't have experience with the Beast X but two other reels in this category I've had good luck with so far are the Curado 300: bit.ly/2HbZ3E4 and the 13 Fishing A3: bit.ly/3GLddq8 I haven't put nearly as much time into either of these as I have the Tranx but so far they've held up great. 👍
I’ve been watching all your videos religiously, I am new to bass fishing. But I can’t seem to catch anything now that it’s cold in Georgia, any suggestions? Thank you for the content
It has quite a bit of tip, definitely not a broom stick 👍 I was just on there poking around and they only have one left 😳 Here's the direct link: bit.ly/3tT8bS2
Do you have any recommendations for a two piece swim bait rod. I apologize if you mentioned it in the video I don’t have time to watch it now. I want one but can not transport it around!
Great video! Matt, your teachings is fueling my addiction to tackle. I thank you for that!
I bought the Dobyns Champion swimbait rod and paired it with a curado 300. I've landed 4 hudd fish this year already. I would've kept skipping out and throwing finesse for numbers of fish but I'm very grateful I listened.
Caught my first one yesterday on 8inch savage gear rtf , I'm now a believer!
@@adamj7067 Already the most exciting bite because the bass are bigger most of the time.
You guys should talk about the difference between rods like softness/hardness light med heavy and so on, so when a new be like I can pick a pole for something specific, I've only been fishing since July this year and placed 38 out of 92 boats so I know I have a lot to learn but you guys really help. Thanks keep up the good work
Matt you are getting me in trouble with my wife. Lol. I really appreciate you taking the time showing these swimbaits.
Ha! Sorry Chris!
Good lord! I swear I would drive to Tennessee if yall ever had a garage sale.... 🤣🤣🤣
Ha!!
Love the Gambler, they're my go to trailer for spinnerbaits, chatterbaits and swim jigs. Caught tons of big largies night fishing with a spinnerbait with a gambler.
Lovin’ it guys!! Best week ever!!!
Thanks!! There are many more to come 👍🏼
A great reel in between the Shimano Cardiff and Tranx are the new Curado 300K's! Two gear ratios (slow for soft baits and higher gear for hard baits) and literally bullet proof. Similar construction as a Tranx 300 without the saltwater sealing, but improved casting distance!!!
Totally agree. It's an excellent reel 👍🏼
I’m holding these guys responsible for my tackle addiction😂🤦🏼♂️ Thanks!
Yeah they are!
Ha! We'll start the support group about a week after the buyer's guides end 😂😂
@@tacticalbassin can’t wait for that video! Lol. Eventually a Tackle Addict is going to end up on an episode of Intervention or Hoarders on TV🤣🤣🤣🤣 I just hope it’s not me first.
Matt this is the year I've taken the TB plunge. I've always been a one trick pony with the worm. This summer I expanded to finesse swimbaits, swim jigs, dark sleeper and deep cranks with great success. During the sale I got a dedicated deep crank set-up (Dobyns Champion XP 805, Tranx 200) and big swimbait setup. (Dobyns Championship XP swimbait 806 Tranx 300). Also bought a couple TB A-rigs. I had bought a number of swimbaits after watching your SB video a few weeks ago. I was surprised how many baits I bought that you re-reviewed today. (Megabass Magdraft, Savage Gear RFT, Savage Gear Bluegill). I watched your SB video at least 3 times and plan on reviewing it more. I'm on a fishery that regularly catches double digits and the lake record is 16 + lbs. Hoping to break into double digits this year. Thanks for all you and Tim do. I've learned more from you guys in the last year than all my years fishing. Do you still guide? I'm in Mississippi not that far from you.
This is the one I've been waiting for!
Really working hard on swimbaits,my weakest bait for me,trying really hard not giving up.Thanks for the buyers guide.
Y’all b too nice with extra spice this season a lot of tips and secrets thanks you happy holidays my friends
Perfect timing on this video 👍 thinking of a light musky/ heavy bass combo, lexa 300 hd with mojo musky 8’6” medium heavy 🤷🏻♂️. Love the big bass swim baits for musky
GO BLUE!!! Let's go MICHIGAN!!!🏈🏈🏈🏈🏈
I love the megabass magdraft freestyle but I think the 6.8in giant keitech gets more bites. The giant keitech in the 6.8 and 7.8 are heavily slept on.
We love both but this year for us it was definitely the Freestyle. Can't argue with either ones fish catching abilities 👍🏼
Love the info it's been so helpful for getting the swimbait glidebait game going.
I can't wait to go fishing next year! I dropped $130 on baits last night while trying to use your links for everything. I still gotta wait for the restock for colors I want on the vision 110s, blade baits and topwaters soon
Hopefully they're back soon! Hang in there!!
Amazing breakdown of swimbaits. Also the Tranx reels are awesome! If you need both a Swimbait and Muskie reel get the 400 size. It just has a bit more capacity.
St Croix makes some awesome Light Muskie rods that work well for swimbaits get a Legend series if you can afford one as they are amazing. Cashion too has a really nice series of Swimbait rods that are great for a mid level priced rod. Hopefully Tactical bassin pick up these for the future.
I’ll be putting the perch patterned Largo to the test today on an underspin!
Nice!! I absolutely blasted them on it again a few days ago 👍
Perch kills it here in my corner of Pennsylvania
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Ha! Thanks for checking it out!
Let’s see some “one of” baits and garage made stuff that you have.. don’t be shy there’s plenty of us Swimbait junkies here to appreciate the collection you got
Excellent video! I started with a old Okuma guide select, that lasted about 15mins-threw out my shoulder-> I think Loomis has the lightest swimbait rods on the market-my shoulder feels a lot better-lol
Oh no this is gonna be a good one!!! I just got a 7’7 Carolina rig / a rig / swimbait IMX pro
You’re in my head. I was literally scrolling and thinking about swim baits and BOOM
Ha! We've got you covered!
Absolutely love the information as well wife loves that I spend smarter lol
Morning Matt… what weight do you like on the Megabass Magdraft with the 8.0 beast.. Thanks for all the great videos this week….
I typically use 1/2 oz. I only switch to 3/4 in deep water.
Great ?
You all need try out the Megabass blackjack:)
Love the easy swimmer
Y'all are BOSS. I really presh this channel
Thanks Matt just placed an order from TW to start my swim bait journey. Colorado river strippers (black canyon) and green ones to. Went with the E 13 swim bait rod ,and some TB speed cranks
Awesome! Welcome to the sickness! 🤪
@@tacticalbassin LOL 😆 😂 🤣
Greatest fishing information out there
Thank you!!
Now this is a rabbit hole I would love to go down. I'll start with a Magdraft and maybe a 168 S Waver. Hope I can throw that S Waver on my 7'2 H slx. Magdraft sounds awesome on my Orochi Brailist.
Great video as always, love you guys
Thats a perfect s waver rod 👍🏼
Man I knew after your Florida trip this spring the Gambler EZ's we're going to make an appearance in the small swimbait lineup. Weightless Big EZ's are a staple down here and EZ Swimmers are phenomenal swim jig and chatterbait trailers!
Its one of those baits that just has that little something extra. Whatever "it" is, they like "it".
@@tacticalbassin the cat is outta the bag now!
Was suppose to take my mother to the doctor...that is until I saw a swimbait buyers guide video...sorry mom! Priorities 1st!
🤣😂 Thats terrible!
Great content as usual. Thanks Matt.
Thanks John!
Thanks Matt
Try and get your hands on a lanciotti psycho gill. i’ve been trying for two almost three years to get my hands on one. custom made by a gentleman by the name of joey lanciotti. One of the most legendary wake baits out there.
Along the same lines as my last question, should northern fisheries guys like me with smaller bass consider the 5.75" Pistol Pete instead of the 8" Sneaky Pete? Again, thank you so much for all of the great information!
With that one you can throw both. The pistol is a good bait too 👍🏼
@@tacticalbassin Thanks again for taking the time to answer your fans' questions! Happy Holidays!!!
Love my zman minnowz, diesel, slim swimz and mag swimz..can get more colors for more scenarios instead of going through soft plastic after soft plastic. Still looking for a "budget" rod to throw my 1 1/2 mag swimz rigs for pike and musky though I'm thinking bass x 7'11" mod fast heavy
Love this series. Question…can you recommend which bait type you throw for spring, summer and fall?
Thanks.
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Hey Matt, I am in the Midwest. Double digit bass just don't exist up here. Should I consider the S-Waver 120 instead of the S-Waver 168? Or, should I give both sizes 120 and 168 a go?
Definitely stick with the 168. It has more drawing power and 2 lbers will still smash it 👍🏼
@@tacticalbassin I REALLY appreciate your prompt reply!!! You guys are at the TOP of TH-cam fishing channels for a reason! Your content far exceeds any other channel, and you guys are humble and friendly!
@@midwestfischerman I challenge anyone to find a better informational channel about bass fishing🎣. Try finding someone who's in touch with their fan base, unbiased by sponsorships, and has decades of guiding and tournament experience. Ill wait 😂
@@brandoknorr Well said, 100% AGREE!!!🙌🏻👏🏻👍🏻
I don't have a dedicated swimbait rod- I use jig rods. I have two I can use- one is only rated up to 1 ounce but I can easily throw like S wavers on it and it does really well- has a fairly moderate action to it. But, the other that's rated up to 2 ounces is stiff as a pool que- it's a flipping stick only. So I've been straying away from anything heavier than say 1.5 ounces- but do you think I could throw something like the Sneaky Pete on a stiff flipping stick like that and still land a fish?
If the action is too fast could be a bad rod for smaller swim baits. Upgrade to bigger hooks for more of a chance to land fish. I just got a ST CROIX BASS X 7’4 MH mod fast 3/4-Oz-1/2 throws most baits well 2oz or more just landed a 6.3lb on an open jig hooked 5in paddle tale 4ot hook and it did so good the bend in the rod was amazing when she loaded up I knew it was a GIANT
Could I use these rods to for umbrella rigs
Another awesome video we'll done guys👏..I just picked up a sneaky pete and the savage gear rtf swimbait can't wait to try em...got a ? I'm picking up a budget crank rod gonna go glass would you grab bass mojo glass or curado glass...thanks guys
That' a tough one! Both are excellent in their price ranges. I'm not sure you can make a bad call here. If you have the budget, I'd go Curado but if not, that Mojo is definitely going to carry you through.
@@tacticalbassin thanks I appreciate it I'll grab the curado👍
The Pb rat gets bit! I need to try the Largo baits.
can you guys test out the Leviathan Rods. they seem nice but they are a little expensive for testing the waters.
What about river applications with current?
Matt! Have you fished the megabass levante 711lv? Good allround swimbaitrod?
Great video about my favorite subject. I only use nylon mono as fishing line. Using mono is the G Loomis IMX Pro 966 still a good rod for both treble hook and single hook baits, or should I use something a little stiffer to compensate for the elasticity of the line? About the baits I agree. Some of the baits I have little experience with. I'm starting to fish the Savage Gear Pulse Tail baits. About hudds, I fished them for years now and only got 1 fish on the weedless 68. I've caught my PB last year on the 8" Savage Gear Glide Swimmer and have a couple of my top10 bass on the S-Waver 168. Also 2 bass of my top10 on a 6.5" bait I make, similar to a MS Slammer. About the Spro BBZ-1, I have the 6" version but prefer to use it really slow. That's the way Bill Siemantel (who designed the bait) use it more often and that's the way the bait swims the best. Next year I'll try burning it. Thanks for the great video!
What lb line you throwing? Are u using leader?
Is it just that imx pro 966 that is good at both treble and jig hooks? I was wondering if the lower power imx pro 965 could do both but just lighter weights?
The 966 is a really special rod. The lighter one is significantly lighter.
You guys are awesome as always. What about a Curado 300k for a swimbait reel?
Which gear ratio do you use on the tranx 300?
I’m interested in the savage gear squad… xtra xtra heavy 5-12oz. 🤔 I got the dobyns fury and I LOVE IT, rated 2-8oz but I do find it’s a little too light for the really heavy stuff say like 6oz and up. (8inch Hud jig hook is not a problem btw, gotta swing hard haha but I recently got a 7lb striper on it.) I’m looking to throw some bigger stuff so just wondering if the savage gear is gonna have the quality to handle it. Any thoughts would be much appreciated. 😊🤙🏽
Hey matt i really appreciate you guys taking the time to make these videos sharing your your knowledge so when I go to the link that y’all posted for the G Loomis rod I noticed there’s several different types of rods that you can select could you possibly tell me what the length and power of the one your using?
Yes, the rod you're after is the model 966 swbr.
I Matt we love your videos ! Question - I’m getting into smaller swim baits like S Wavers and Mag Drafts ect. and just purchased a G Loomis Edge series 7’3 H rod which is according to their website an all around rod for swim baits,glides,jigs,a rigs, ect. I’d like to know what reel would be good on this rod to cover multiple things listed ? I know you guys get hammered with questions so hopefully you can respond ! Thanks for doing these videos 👍
Not seeing the Largo and Gambler linked. Or am I missing it?
I can obviously search it out at TW, but colors is the guidance I need.
Which of these swim baits do you most recommend for bed fishing?
The Sav gear squad, xh is for jig hook baits? And xxh for Roman made and ect? Can I throw 8 " soft jig hook baits on the xh? Where is the cut off for jig hook baits on xh? Thanks!!!
You'll have no issue with 8" jig hook baits and 10"+ treble baits on the XH 👍
Jig fishing buyers guide next! Lol
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What was the length and action of your g loomis 966 brotha
Just ordered a MB tequila baccarac with intentions of using it primarily to throw mag drafts, bacca burritos and other soft swimabits, along with an A rig. I had intentions of pairing it with a bantam mgl but wondering if the line capacity would be too big of an issue? I primarily fish from a kayak so not usually making extremely long cast
@TacticalBassin I have fished swimbait a for 3 years really without a bite. I fish a lake in california that is stocked with trout and I have been out there throwing a mix of soft baits, glides, and topwater swimbaits. The main target is striped bass in our lake with swim baits though there are giant largemouth. I’m wondering how I should fish a bait like a Huddleston for stripers, because a lot of guys have been getting bit on it this year so far after trout stockings, but I have still been without a bite. I’ve crawled the bait on bottom most of the time slower than anyone I have seen out there, and I’ve occasionally tried retrieving faster. I am trying to end the streak of no bites or fish for 3 years and am wondering what retrieves I should be throwing on a hudd or open water glides/topwater for stripers, just thought I’d ask the best for some advice!
Matt, I've had a savage gear swimbait rod for a few years now. It's from their browser line. I don't know how it compares to the squad, but I use it as my downsizer rod for muskie. Things like magnum rattle traps, small twitchbaits, small gliders, bass jigs, etc. It's been really good for that.
This video made me think of another important but not so fun video idea: how to get a hook out of yourself. I got hooked in the finger by a wake bait a few years ago and that was a trip to the ER I’d rather forget. It’s gonna happen to everyone at least once unfortunately
What color Burrito should I throw If I'm fishing in murky water. Im from the south and most of my water I fish is stained. Thank you.
Can you link a video for the hook upgrades you use for these baits?
My only real, dedicated swimbait rod is a dobyns fury 795. What types of glides/swimbaits is it good for? I’m kinda new to the proper rod types for different baits.
The 795 is incredibly universal. If its got treble hooks and you don't break the rod trying to lob it out there, you're good to go 😃
@@tacticalbassin I’m hoping the jackall Dunkle 7 would be ok on it because that’s what I got a Muskie on 2 days ago on the ocoee river lol
@@FishingWithChris_Tv those baits are so versatile and underrated! I love them! You should be fine as the bait is 2 oz and the Fury is rated at 1-5 oz. You'll be in the sweet spot. Good luck!
@@bobfishnut sweet. I went by a local shop and picked up a chartreuse/pearl Dunkle and a few 6” magdrafts yesterday and a buddy of mine gave me some 6” epic studs on 10/0 and 12/0 owner beasts.
Matt or Tim, question for you because I cant find info anywhere! But what size hook do you recommend for the 6" Bull Gill swimbait by Mike Bucca? Mine came with #2 KVD Triple Grip hooks, and they look way too small, I put #1 KVD Triple Grip Hooks on the Bull Gill but they still look too small, I tried Owner ST-56 #1 hooks and they look ok, but maybe too long and too heavy a wire.. Idk what to use, I was thinking maybe 1/0 Gammy ewg short shank hooks next..
Matt, what’s your opinion about the Huddleston Deluxe Hudd Rod 8' Extra Heavy?
My problem with the EZ is you have to fix the tails, should be in a clamshell
Oh man, the packaging is terrible. But as weird as it is, the fish seem to eat them all, even the ones that are side stepping through the water 🤷🏼♂️
@@tacticalbassin and holy garlic 😋
What would you say about the megabass levante leviathan swimbait rod?
I have a question is a 7'6 meduim heavy. Fast to fast for deep cranking
Yes!!!
I’m trying to figure out what length and size Fury to buy? I have a few mag drafts and the smallest Huddleston and Ive never tried either. Just now getting into swim baits
What size is the maggdraft freestyle in this video?
Have you guys tried the Daiwa DX Swimbait rods or heard any feedback on them?
Ive already got my rod but i’m struggling to pick a reel. Im stuck between the tatula 300 and the tranx 300 and i dont know which one to get.
What type of line do you guys suggest? I fish for bass, but alot of times those toothy pike like to grab and break off my expensive lures. I know I can use a leader. Just wondering if that effects the action. Right now I use 50# braid. Should I be using floro or ?????
THX
Matt what is your opinion about Dobyns Champion XP SWIMMBAIT 8’’ HAEAVY? For 6-8 oz. baits?
Is there another option for swim bait reel if the Cardiff 300 is not available?
Hey would you guys
recommend the Orochi XX Leviathan for trebles or jig style hooks?
Is there a point that at certain lakes swim baits are not a good idea? Where they may be too big? At one point earlier this year I was crushing 3 1/2 pound bass and bigger on a 4.8 inch Keitech. But that seems to be the only Lure I can get bit on for swim baits. Any suggestions on what the next steps would be? I know that this is a broad spectrum. But I love swim bait fishing and it’s discouraging when you just can’t get bit.
Awesome great video ++
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Hay Tim I have the groom's imx-pro 8 foot 966c rod 3 to 8 oz what kind of big swim baits can I throw on it
Hay Matt I have a g.loomis imx-pro 966c used it is 8 foot love throwing big swim baits how big baits can I throw on this rod
I watched all your buyer's videos. Went to my cart on TW to add a few more items now empty. Gotta Start over.
I wanna stay under 4 ounce swims I have elbow issues. The curado 200k, transx 301,cardiff's,corvalus, gone what about the beastX or tatula reels?
Curado 300 or tatula 300 if tranx sold out
That's the worst!! Its such a bummer when you have to start over! I don't have experience with the Beast X but two other reels in this category I've had good luck with so far are the Curado 300: bit.ly/2HbZ3E4 and the 13 Fishing A3: bit.ly/3GLddq8
I haven't put nearly as much time into either of these as I have the Tranx but so far they've held up great. 👍
Do you guys have experience with the Daiwa DX swimbait rod? I was gonna pair the xh model with a cardiff 300a as a budget softbait rod
I was looking into trying the smaller s waver for smallmouth. Is it worth a try?
What gear ratio in the tranx?
We use the high gear (7:1)
Love your videos. Question, can I cast small glides, s waver 120 or 115 slide swimmer with the curado 150 mgl?
Yes, that's no problem at all
I’ve been watching all your videos religiously, I am new to bass fishing. But I can’t seem to catch anything now that it’s cold in Georgia, any suggestions? Thank you for the content
We've got some upcoming content that should help. The advice will differ greatly depending on the type of fisheries you're on.
My big question is does the savages hear squad rod have good tip to it? I don’t want a broom stick. I’m looking at the heavy.
It has quite a bit of tip, definitely not a broom stick 👍 I was just on there poking around and they only have one left 😳 Here's the direct link: bit.ly/3tT8bS2
What do you add the the savage gear swimbaits to cover the smell out of the package?
Nothing. Get them out of the package and let them sit. They need to off gas and the clam shell holds it in.
Is the Dobyns Rod good for jig hooks too? Or only treble hook baits? Thanks, and great buyers guides
The Fury 806 is a little light for jig hooks. If you want a jig hook rod from Dobyns it's the Champion XP 807
Do you have any recommendations for a two piece swim bait rod. I apologize if you mentioned it in the video I don’t have time to watch it now. I want one but can not transport it around!
I bought the S Waver 168 in New Bluegill. Anyone else have it in New Bluegill? I live in Central NC.