What Fishing Rod Do You Need For Every Technique! (Beginner To Advanced)

This is the information you need to know! From how to get the most out of budget rods, to the meanings of rod action and power. Tim is showing everything you need to know to get the best fishing rods for your favorite techniques, regardless of your budget!

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 popular brands differ, will take all the guess work out so you can make the best selections for your fishing style.

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...*

*BRAIDED LINE...*
Spinning– 15 lb Line
Casting– 40 lb Line

*OUR FAVORITE RODS BY TECHNIQUE...*

*FAVORITE BUDGET RODS BY TECHNIQUE...*

*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... 

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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY... *

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[McFish_Snatcher]

I think I've said this a dozen times. But I'd pay good money if you and Matt did a 2-3 hour long seminar like b.latt, where a group can fire off questions live in person with the examples and wisdom you guys have.

[jeswright]

Thank God for Tim and Matt.. !! I love the wisdom and knowledge you guys give.. Please keep doing what you do.

[koosgog]

Better than bass university
BEST YOUTUBE CHANNEL

[clarkkent]

Tim, this was one of the most well-done explanations I've seen. It's really easy to follow. Good stuff!

[johnmango]

The 7’3 heavy moderate fast in the st croix victory series is the most versatile rod I’ve ever owned. Besides the extremes this rod can literally do everything. Plus a 15 year warranty is unmatched.

[Tbowie]

😂 Hearing you say how much rods have gotten better got me reminiscing about my first quality rod and reel (or what was quality for me at that point) in the mid 80's. I had a paper route, and saved for what seemed like forever for a Berkley Lighting Rod, with the pistol grip, and a Ryobi baitcaster. That setup was mid $200's if I remember correctly. It would about break your wrist when a large bass would hit. My first large Northern on it was a real eye opener as a teenage kid. I was happy when longer handles became the thing... lol.
BTW, I have that same Loomis crank bait rod in the picture, that's an older rod, but I still use it, has an old Shimano Calais 201 on it. 😊

[Smiththebat]

This is so much wisdom! 🤙
I think everyone would benefit from a video where you went through maybe 10 or so popular techniques and what specs of rods/reels work best for them and why! It would be very nice to have it specifically laid out by guys like you and Matt who have so much experience with different styles and gear!
Keep the good stuff coming, brother! ❤

[terranceleonard]

Great video I am planning on upgrading all of my gear but not right because I am still learning more about bass fishing thanks for the educational video and the great tips I watch you guys alot keep making these great educational videos and helping people like myself learn more about bass fishing

[kenmccarthyfishing]

❤ incredible job Tim, it couldn’t be done any better, thank you 👏👏

[richardgutierrez]

It’s about time someone took a rigid rod and loaded it by pulling on the line to show the action, thank you. How do you tell how sensitive the rod is other than someone telling you that it is. I have actually taken a 15’ piece of line with a weight on one end and swivel on the other attached it to the rod and dragged it across the carpet floor to see how sensitive it really is was.

[Tacobellohio]

Do a favorite combo video for different techniques

[FredChurch-ulrj]

When people ask me “why so many rods”? I tell ‘em fishing 🎣 is like Golf on the water 💦 you can’t use (1) rod for every situation or technique!

[nathanplumb]

This is a sick video going back to ole days back in Tim’s garage !!! 💪🏼

[BryanlopezO]

Just snagged a gloomis imx pro swimbait rod medium mod fast for swimbaits up to 3 ozs it handles magdrafts swaver 168 an smaller glides perfectly

[squonto]

It’s always amazing to read comments on this channel from guys that clearly don’t fish this way.

Imagine a channel dedicated to high performance cars and seeing responses from dudes saying (unironically) “I don’t get what the big deal is, my Ford Fiesta works just fine.”

[Georgiabassangler]

Love my Daiwa 7’0 Tatula medium full cork handle rod

[benmeisinger]

gotta agree with a lot, would have added g loomis nrx + bladed jig rod instead along with the nrx 894 for jigs!

[keenanmoore]

When I get asked why I have/need to many rods I just explain: "You wouldn't expect a golfer to use a putter the entire 18 hole course. Every rod has a purpose or specialty."

[lpbass]

Off topic I have that rod stand and love it 18 rods, sits low to the ground, I can but 36 rods on the two and no longer have a mess in the corner.

[jimb]

Tim, somewhat confused on the GLoomis 968 and 906. You talk about the 968 for deep cranking but not a good choice for glidebaits, yet in the description you list the 966 - which is a lighter power - for swimbaits.