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Buying Fishing Rods on a Budget: What You Need to Know

Buying Fishing Rods on a Budget: What You Need to Know
Do you really need the most expensive fishing rod for every technique? Pro bass angler Justin Lucas says no! Justin provides an honest and insightful breakdown on when an affordable rod (under $ 100) can get the job done. Conversely, he explains when pushing your budget a little will help you catch more fish. For an upfront base of comparison, you get a lighter and increasingly sensitive rod, the more money you spend. BASS FISHING ROD SETUPS Topwater Baits: ● Abu Garcia Vendetta Casting Rod, 7’4" MedHvy, Moderate: https://wired2.fish/VendettaCastingRod ● Abu Garcia REVO MGX Casting Reel: http://wired2.fish/REVO-MGX-CastingReel Moving Baits: ● Abu Garcia Veritas Casting Rod, 7’3" Heavy: https://wired2.fish/AbuGarciaVeritas ● Abu Garcia REVO STX Gen 4 Casting Reel: http://wired2.fish/REVO-STX Bottom Contact Baits: ● Abu Garcia Fantasista Premier Casting Rod, 7′ MedHvy: http://wired2.fish/FantasistaCastingRod ● Abu Garcia REVO MGX Casting Reel: http://wired2.fish/REVO-MGX-CastingReel Lucas selects rods based on the chosen technique. There are 2 categories, 1) moving baits like crankbaits, spinnerbaits, bladed jigs, or topwaters, and 2) bottom contact baits — think jigs, Texas rigs, drop shot, Neko rig, or shaky head. With moving baits, bites are usually aggressive, so you’re not gaining much by using an expensive, super-sensitive rod. However, with bottom techniques, a sensitive rod telegraphs details like bottom composition and helps you detect subtle and delicate bites much more effectively. At the end of the day, we’re all on a budget, and fishing doesn’t need to cost a fortune. This guidance provides good direction on how to spend your hard-earned dollar. ► SUBSCRIBE for more AWESOME FISHING TIPS: http://wired2.fish/YTSub ► SHOP WIRED2FISH GEAR HERE: http://www.wired2fishgear.com FOLLOW US HERE AS WELL: ► http://www.wired2fish.com ► http://www.instagram.com/wired2fish_official ► http://www.facebook.com/wired2fish ► http://www.twitter.com/wired2fish

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4 Reasons to Switch Ice Fishing Rods to Fluorocarbon Fishing Line

4 Reasons to Switch Ice Fishing Rods to Fluorocarbon Fishing Line
It wasn’t long ago that fluorocarbon fishing line was only used as a leader material in ice fishing applications due to high memory, stiffness, and overall poor handling characteristics. Ice fishing expert, Brad Hawthorne, shares his primary reasons for switching the majority of his ice fishing combos to straight fluorocarbon. Here are the reasons: FEATURED PRODUCT: • Sufix Invisiline Fluorocarbon Ice Line, 5lb: https://wired2.fish/Sufix-Ice-Fluoro • Shimano Stradic CI4 1000 Spinning Reel: https://wired2.fish/ShimanoStradic-CI4-Plus • Tuned Up Power Precision Ice Rod: https://wired2.fish/TUCR-PowerPrecision • Rapala® Mesh Knit Beanie – Grey White: https://wired2.fish/RapalaMeshKnitBeanie 1. Invisibility. A lower light refractivity makes fluorocarbon less visible to wary gamefish over monofilament or braided mainlines. 2. Abrasion resistance. Durability is a huge deal in ice fishing. As Hawthorne explains, your fishing line is constantly in contact with the jagged edges of the hole as well as ice and equipment topside. 3. Fluorocarbon is more abrasion resistant than monofilament, so it reduces the chance of break-offs. 4. Fishes heavy. Fluorocarbon sinks, monofilament floats. A faster fall rate is often preferred for getting down quickly and transmitting subtle bites when vertical fishing. 5. Reduced stretch. Many fluorocarbon fishing lines have reduced stretch rates compared to monofilament—this aids in both bite detection and hook setting. ========= ABOUT US: ========= Wired2fish is one of the most popular recreational fishing brands in the world. We have an extensive library of freshwater fishing tips, fun fishing videos, fishing tackle reviews and a lot more. We post some of the coolest fishing pictures and videos on our social channels. If you love fishing and are wired2fish like we are, we’d love to have you be a part of our community! #bassfishing #wired2fish #fishing SUBSCRIBE for more awesome fishing tips! ►► https://goo.gl/44UcI6 • Come Fishing with Us! ►► https://goo.gl/ofGwBq • Our Most Popular Fishing Tips! ►► https://goo.gl/A0MvJb • Bass Fishing Videos! ►► https://goo.gl/bnPXPv • Crappie and Panfish Fishing Videos! ►► https://goo.gl/u3KlQ4 • All our Playlists! ►► https://goo.gl/A7HEkY • Wear Your Love of Fishing with Pride! ►► https://goo.gl/rlglKF ================================== FOLLOW US HERE AS WELL ================================== website: http://www.wired2fish.com instagram: http://www.instagram.com/wired2fish_official facebook: http://www.facebook.com/wired2fish twitter: http://www.twitter.com/wired2fish apparel: http://www.wired2fishgear.com =================================

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Cast From The Past: H.L. Leonard Rods, Reels and Gun

I’ve was so caught up in all the election mayhem I forgot to post our weekly Cast From The Past yesterday. A.J. Campbell shot this …

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Unboxing New Googan Squad Rods Green & Gold Series

Unboxing New Googan Squad Rods Green & Gold Series
Today I’m getting my first hands on look at the Googan Squad rods we have been developing with Catch Co. for many months now. Both the green and gold series looks and feel awesome. GOLD SERIES WILL BE $ 149.99 AND GREEN IS $ 99.99 More info on the Catchco page below https://catchco.com/project/googan-rods/ SHOP ALL NEW MERCH @ GOOGANSQUAD.COM https://googansquad.com/ SHOP GOOGAN SQUAD KLUTCH AND SAVE 30% @ KARL’S BAIT & TACKLE https://gokarls.com/BdjfSN SUBSCRIBE – http://bit.ly/SubLFG WATCH MORE FISHING – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp4iAE2LClKZ4EIyrUb0xHjuF3St__-CQ FOLLOW LakeForkGuy: INSTAGRAM https://instagram.com/lakeforkguy SNAPCHAT – http://snapchat.com/add/LakeForkGuy FACEBOOK https://facebook.com/lakeforkguy Watch More LakeForkGuy: Popular Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp4iAE2LClKbV1r78_VVTgIdxbpXxoorU Fishing & Outdoor Life Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF43D57E0A9B443B3 Bass Fishing Instructional Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5BA28EBDE3790478 When Wife Goes Fishing: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp4iAE2LClKa41BFWFYfFUmPgbr4WT3Bb ABOUT LFG Justin Rackley, known as Lakeforkguy in the fishing world, creates fishing and outdoor videos on youtube and other social platforms. LFG provides fishing tips and techniques for mostly largemouth bass fisheries but also travels to other freshwater and saltwater fishing spots to explore new fish species and fishing techniques to help you catch more fish. Lakeforkguy likes to hang out on any fishing vessel or go bank fishing with his other YouTube Fishing friends and vlog with his Wife Stephanie AKA Ocean Spoon Girl and french bulldog Winston. ————————————VIDEO CREATION GEAR————————————– CAMERAS DSLR Camera (Panasonic GH5) – http://go.magik.ly/ml/5tf5/ Metabones Speedbooster 4/3 EF Mount – http://go.magik.ly/ml/5tf7/ Chesty Cam (Gopro Hero 4 Black) – https://goo.gl/GaZfjV Underwater Shots (Gopro Hero 5) – https://goo.gl/efzJmM CAMERA GOPRO MOUNTS FOR FISHING Essential Chesty Mount – https://goo.gl/kAyLtg BEST Suction Cup RAM Mount – https://goo.gl/sVtZCN Clamp mount for rails, rods, and vehicles – https://goo.gl/LH2jQH CASES and PACKS Cheap Gopro Tavel Case – https://goo.gl/jR5WvW Case for my DSLRs on the boat & traveling – https://goo.gl/EMwzBE Favorite all in one film pack – http://go.magik.ly/ml/5tfg/ LENSES Overall best fishing lens (Canon 24-105mm) http://go.magik.ly/ml/5tfl/ SAVE AROUND $ 300 with White Box Version – https://goo.gl/voMNBZ My Vlogging Lens (Rokinon 14mm WIDE) – http://go.magik.ly/ml/5tfm/ My ULTIMATE Mid Range Lens $ $ $ – http://go.magik.ly/ml/5tfn/ AUDIO CHEAP but GOOD Gopro Mic – https://goo.gl/gHrKqJ Wireless Mics for Clean Audio in WIND – http://go.magik.ly/ml/5tfo/ BEST Camera Mic for the Money – https://goo.gl/wk1UTu

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Summer Gear Review! New Tackle, Rods, Reels, ICAST 2020 New Releases!

New Tackle! Let’s check out some of the best baits and equipment from 2020! We’ve got you covered from new worms, to crankbaits, to budget reels, and high-end fishing rods! We’ve waded through the seemingly endless list of new product releases from all of the virtual ICAST launches and came up with a list of our favorites. Be sure to look through the video description for the “honorable mentions” that didn’t make it into the video!

Every Summer the market is flooded with new gear. Everything from silly gimmicks to truly innovative tackle hits the market at the same time. How do you wade through it and find the gems without wasting all your money? We’ve waded through it for you and narrowed it down to a handful of stand-out items that are worth a serious look. Most of this year’s picks are ICAST releases but a few are products from the past year that have stood the test of time and have earned their spot on the list.  

Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment included in today’s video (in order of appearance). Where applicable we’ve included our favorite colors, sizes, models, etc. Below that you’ll find the “Honorable Mentions”. These are the baits and gear that didn’t make it into the video but certainly could have and are definitely worth a look. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Baits… 

-Jackall TN-50 Lipless: http://bit.ly/2lqAwjh

Colors: Threadfin, Scale Minnow, Escape Craw

-Megabass Jamaica Boa Buzzbait: https://bit.ly/3iofbiZ

Colors: Hasu, Black Mamba, White Python

-JackHammer StealthBlade: https://bit.ly/30J8L8h

Colors: Spot Remover, Clear Water Shad, Green Pumpkin

-Jackall Rerange 110 MR: https://bit.ly/2CbWr6X

Colors: Blue Pearl Shad, Ghost Wakasagi, SG Threadfin

-Savage Gear Prop Walker 4″: https://bit.ly/3kwBFAa

Colors: Dirty Silver, American Shad, Golden Shiner

-Netbait Dagger Creature: https://bit.ly/2PCjOto

Colors: Bama Bug, Green Pumpkin, Tilapia Magic

-Big Bite Baits BFE Creature: https://bit.ly/2Ce0tf7

Colors: Junebug Candy, Green Pumpkin, Tilapia

-Magnum Baits Wormser: https://bit.ly/2XM1naf

Colors: Delta Dark Purple, Green Pumpkin, Oxblood

Missile Baits New Colors (Baits Shown)… 

-Quiver Worm (Hillbilly Magic): https://bit.ly/2xehVgx

-New Bomb (Fried Melon): http://bit.ly/2XCOGwd

-D Bomb (Ballistic Bruiser): http://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Rods and Reels… 

-Shimano Zodias Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW

Favorite Models… 6’10” Medium Heavy, 7’2″ Medium Heavy, 7’5″ Medium Heavy

-Shimano Zodias Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/3ab5b9V

Favorite Models… 7′ Medium Light, 7′ Medium, 7’6″ Light

-Shimano Vanford Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/2PDlKlB

Favorite Sizes: 2500, 3000

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

Favorite Speeds: HG, XG

-Megabass JDM Destroyer P5 Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/30GcHqb

Favorite Models… Tequila Baccarac, Dark Sleeper

-Megabass Destroyer P5 Spinning Rods: https://bit.ly/31Pt839

Favorite Model… Wind Buster

Honorable Mentions… 

-Teckel BladeWaker: https://bit.ly/2DuYZxU

This versatile bait can be fished as a bladed jig, ultra shallow swim jig, or buzzbait. 

-FishArrow Riser Jack Swimbait: https://bit.ly/30FMOqw

This bait is a completely different action than you’re used to. Its a crackdown with a nose up rise that gets bit. Watch some of the JDM videos and you’ll be pumped!

-Norman Speed N Crankbait: https://bit.ly/33Hpj2f

We love to speed crank and this little bait is designed for speed. Its the exact profile of the Deep Little N but in a shallow version. 

-G Loomis IMX Pro Swimbait (Keitech) Rod: https://bit.ly/3ktZFnF

The 7’2″ 863C was designed for small to medium paddle tails. This is the first rod we’ve seen that is specifically designed to throw finesse swimbaits like the keitech. Great rod, great action, definitely fills a niche. 

-Spro King Daddy: http://bit.ly/2h0LCYd

This giant frog is a big fish catcher! Its proven itself for years but now comes in even more colors! Our favorite are Yellow Sparkle and Navy Seal. 

-Plano Edge FLEX Boxes: https://bit.ly/3kngvEG

We’ve fallen in love with Edge boxes this past year. The FLEX series allows complete adjustability in all directions, creating an incredibly versatile box.

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Introduction to the new 13 Fishing Rods for 2020

Introduction to the new 13 Fishing Rods for 2020
First of all I’m sorry for the bad lighting. I can’t win them all. This is an intro to the new rods for 13 Fishing. I sit down with the rod designer himself and talk about how he continues to put out good products and keep the cost down. We go through each new rod and show you the cool stuff. For everything Flukemaster visit my website – http://bit.ly/2K8IcR0 For more information on the Button on my hat go to – http://bit.ly/2Xa5zhn Tackle Warehouse Affiliate Link – http://bit.ly/33Xrhbp ******************************************************************** ((((((Everything Purchased with these Links Directly Support This Channel – Thank you!!)))))))) Tackle used in this video – Defy Black – Casting – 59.99 to 79.99 – https://bit.ly/2CypZfl Crankbait – 69.99 – https://bit.ly/39cKY3f Spinning – 59.99 – https://bit.ly/2WBxR6o Swimbait – 89.99 – https://bit.ly/2WBXMei Fate Black – Casting – 79.99 to 94.99 – https://bit.ly/2WDG0qZ Crankbait – 89.99 – https://bit.ly/2OGP36f Spinning – 79.99 to 84.99 – https://bit.ly/3eO05RP Fate V3 (available for preorder) – Cranking – https://bit.ly/3hipHrB Spinning – https://bit.ly/2OI3dE9 ******************************************************************** Follow me on- Facebook – Flukemaster Instagram – Flukemaster Snapchat – TheFlukemaster Parascope – Flukemastr Twitter – Flukemastr 釣り

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Redington intros TRACE and STRIKE fly rods + 2 new reels

For obvious reasons, there hasn’t been much news or buzz around new gear these days. But, recently, Redington took the wraps off its first new gear offerings of 2020, introducing two new fly rods and reels.

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Farlow’s of Pall Mall The Stream Series Rods

When selling to Thomas Turner you don’t have to have a house full of tackle or huge collection. Quality always beats quantity, unless you have both! These two beautiful Farlow rods and Hardy priest came in from a gentleman who bought and never used them. They are impregnated split cane fly rods, hand-built in Britain,

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Spring Bass Fishing Gear Review – Top New Baits and Rods For 2020!

A TON of awesome new baits and gear have already hit the market this Spring! Between the Bassmaster Classic and the start of prime fishing season across the south, the influx of new offerings is crazy! Today we’re wading through the new gear in search of the best of the best. We’ve tried a huge variety of baits and gear and compiled a short list of items that are worth taking a serious look at. 

Today’s video is focused around baits and equipment that will have a tangible impact on your fishing. From the Hog Farmer Flex Rigs and their ability to draw drastically more strikes than stiffer rigs, to the Quiver worm’s ability to shake and shimmy unlike anything we’ve ever seen before, every item in today’s video has the ability to help you catch more fish. When it comes to rods, we looked at both ends of the spectrum. 

Crankbait rods are one of the most difficult selections an angler can make because different sizes and styles of crankbaits require such different equipment to maximize their potential. The Intenza comes in at a budget-friendly price and is probably the most adaptable crankbait rod we’ve used to date. On the higher end of the gear spectrum, both the St. Croix and the Poison Adrena bring incredible sensitivity within reach, and the Twin Power delivers ultra high-end performance at a reduced price. 

Below you’ll find a breakdown of all the equipment from today’s video in the order they appeared. We’ve included links that go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see the products in detail. For the baits, we’ve even included color recommendations and rigging advice. We hope you find this gear review helpful!

-Hog Farmer “FLEX” BFL Rig: https://bit.ly/2WtLCVK

-Hog Farmer “FLEX” Harvester Rig: https://bit.ly/2x7QPb4

A-Rig Components… 

Heads- Matt Allen Swimbait Head 1/8 oz: http://bit.ly/29RrTYN

Springs- Owner CPS Springs (Medium): http://bit.ly/2b2YgDf

Main Baits- Keitech 4.8 Fat Swing Impact Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

(TW Ghost Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad)

Dummy Baits- Reaction Innovations Little Dipper: http://bit.ly/2brnU5I

(Bad Shad Green, Impact Gill)

-Missile Baits Quiver Worm: https://bit.ly/2xehVgx

(Goby Bite, PB and J, Bluetonium Green Pumpkin Core)

-River2Sea S Waver Swimbait: http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

(TW Phantom Trout)

-Baitsanity Antidote Glide Bait: http://bit.ly/2ztUk9z

(Summer Shad, Killer Shad)

-Megabass OneTen MAX LBO Jerkbait: https://bit.ly/3dfhL9y

Matt’s Favorite Color: HT-Ito Tennessee Shad

Other Great Colors: GP Pro Blue, Mat Shad, MB Gizzard

-Shimano Poison Adrena Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/3diigiT

(6’11” Medium +, 7’3″ Medium Heavy, 7’4″ Heavy)

-Shimano Intenza Casting Rods: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq

(7’6″ Medium heavy Glass)

-St Croix Legend Extreme Casting Rods: https://bit.ly/2wlJQLu

(7’4″ Heavy)

-Shimano Twin Power FD Spinning Reel: https://bit.ly/3df3hX5

(3000 size for most techniques)

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TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs

TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD

TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G

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Shimano Introduces New SKIXX Musky Rods

Fishing for freshwater’s apex predator is always a marathon, never a sprint. It’s casting big lures with big, powerful reels

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