The Outdoor Gear We Recommend
We may have a little bit of a hoarding problem. Good gear need not be expensive, but it has to improve the experience in some way. Whether it’s the right rod, a certain bait, or the world’s best rainsuit, we’ll give unfiltered opinions on what we use and why we use it.
No tackle shop on earth provides more specialized gear for bass than Tackle Warehouse. If you want it, they've got it in stock — whether it's a proven winner or the newest items on the market — and their service is exceptional.
Straight Outta Japan with Bryan New
Thanks to the international tentacles of SPRO, many of the best JDM tackle products can be purchased from outlets like Tackle Warehouse.Bryan New led us through some of his Japanese favorites at the 2025 Bassmaster Classic Expo.
Owner Products for Your Next Bass Fishing Trip to Mexico
Owner makes specialized products made for serious anglers. While there are an increasing number of brands that make quality terminal tackle, some of Owner’s distinctive styles should get the call for your next trip to Lake El Salto or Lake Picachos.
Chrome Pencil Poppers
Pencil poppers came to the bass world from striper anglers, and while they’ve long been used successfully in the Ozarks, they really gained market steam when bluebacks infested the Carolinas. There are lots of colors available, but it’s hard to go wrong with good old chrome.
Four Bizz Baits for Mexico With Louis Monetti
Bassmaster Classic qualifier Louis Monetti is a key cog in the Bizz Baits effort, giving the lures a workout on the water and living on the road. We caught up with him at the 2025 Bassmaster Classic to get some recommendations on products we need to take south of the border.
Clutch Colors for the Boss and Baby Boss
The Clutch Boss has been one of the worst kept secrets on the Elite Series. The second worst is their Darter. Now they’ve added a Baby Boss to the lineup. We caught up with Josh Pladies at the 2025 Bassmaster Classic to discuss “starter colors.”
With Steez, Daiwa Continues to Raise the Bar on Travel Rods
We caught up with Marc Mills in the Daiwa booth at the 2025 Bassmaster Classic in Ft. Worth to learn about their new Steez travel rods. They feature the same components the pros use on tour, just in an easier-to-pack condition.
Gear Review: YETI Panga Backpack – Firefly Yellow
Yeti’s Panga backpack is tough and spacious, yet compact enough to fit under the airplane seat in front of you. I tested the bold new Firefly Yellow color with the goal of standing out in a crowd while protecting my gear.
