2025 BUYER’S GUIDE: The Best Entry Level Rod And Reel Combos For Bass Fishing!
Some of these rods and reels are staples in their categories, while others are brand new. It’s important to understand that entry level rods are a reference to price, not to angler skill level. Anglers at this price range deserve the best gear they can afford, and that’s exactly what they’ll find amongst the gear on our list today. Let’s check them out!
Below you’ll find links to all the rods and reels in today’s video. We’ve listed them in the order they appear, and included our favorite models from each line. All the links go directly to tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
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*ENTRY LEVEL SPINNING COMBOS*
Rod– Shimano Sellus: http://bit.ly/2ro5vQu
Favorite Models: 7’1″ Medium, 7’1″ Medium Heavy
Reel– Shimano Nexave: https://bit.ly/3nhj4f1
Favorite Size: 2500
Rod– Daiwa Aird X: http://bit.ly/2P7Z3Vu
Favorite Models: 7′ Medium, 7′ Medium Heavy
Reel– Daiwa Revros LT: https://bit.ly/3rpoPw9
Favorite Size: 2000
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Rod– Abu Garcia Vengeance: https://bit.ly/4hx5z58
Favorite Models: 7′ Medium XFast, 7’3″ Medium Heavy Fast
Reel– Abu Garcia Max5 Pro: https://bit.ly/4pGZ4Az
Favorite Speed: 7.5:1
Rod– Dobyns Colt: https://bit.ly/2lU0LfV
Favorite Models: 7′ MH, 7’3″ Heavy
Reel– Shimano Caius: https://bit.ly/2O3Dvuw
Favorite Speed: 7.2:1
Rod– Shimano SLX A: https://bit.ly/2L3wppO
Favorite Models: 6’10” Medium, 7′ Medium Heavy, 7’5″ Heavy
Reel– Shimano SLX A 150: https://bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Favorite Speed: 7.2:1
Rod– Tatula XT: https://bit.ly/3wqRhwq
Favorite Models: 7′ Medium, 7’1″ Medium Heavy
Reel– Daiwa Aird 80: https://bit.ly/46up5Mx
Favorite Speed: 7.5:1
Rod– St. Croix Bass X: https://bit.ly/3A5CFSU
Favorite Models: 6’8″ Medium XF, 7’4″ Heavy Fast
Reel– Seviin GF: https://bit.ly/3qa2SQZ
Speed: 7.3:1
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Rod– Dobyns Maverick: https://bit.ly/3DsJYvf
Models: 6’9″ Medium, 7′ Medium Light
Reel– Daiwa Legalis LT: https://bit.ly/3Y0kDh3
Favorite Size: 2500
Rod– Fenwick Eagle: https://bit.ly/3Lo1gKC
Models: 7′ Medium Light, 7’1″ Medium
Reel– Shimano Nasci: https://bit.ly/2g278cC
Favorite Size: 2500 HG
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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY… *
Boat– Skeeter FXR 21: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh
Motor– Yamaha VMAX SHO 250 HP: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0
Trolling Motor– Minn Kota Ultrex Quest: https://bit.ly/41RErpY
Electronics– Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q
Anchors– Minn Kota Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ
Camera– GoPro Hero 13: https://bit.ly/4hgdC4O
*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…*
Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite Rod Cover: https://bit.ly/3UewJEx
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Hard Storage Box: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR
Favorite Soft Tackle Storage: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7
Favorite Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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