How We Built This - Abu Garcia Tact-Z Casting Reel
Tackle Warehouse sits down with Heroes on the Water representative, Morgan Boyd to talk about the Abu Garcia Tact-Z Casting Reel, including a little background on the project as a whole and how it benefits our veterans. A great reel for a great cause, the Abu Garcia Tact-Z Zata Casting Reel combines all of the great features of the Zata platform with custom military themed cosmetics. Make sure to keep it locked in to the Tackle Warehouse YouTube Channel to get more exclusive content, firsthand angler insight, and the best products at the best prices.
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Designed to unlock a new chapter of finesse fishing, the Geecrack Imo Kemushi Cue Bomb is the brainchild of Alton Jones Jr. and crafted with the renowned SAF material adorned entirely with silicone hairs. Continuously innovating, Geecrack has refined its production processes to offer this finesse option to anglers worldwide. Down-scaling from its predecessors like the Imo Kemiushi 60, 40, and proven elastomer versions, the Cue Bomb this rendition pushes the finesse envelope even further. Embracing Alton Jr.'s expertise in finesse and sight fishing, the downsized Imo Kemushi Cue Bomb is tailored for precise casts when pressured fish aren't cooperating with traditional presentations. Whether rigged for drop shot or weightless, its natural color palette and intriguing size options ensure versatility for a variety of high-pressure fishing situations. An excellent addition to Alton Jones Jr. signature lineup, the Geecrack Imo Kemushi Cue Bomb will get finicky fish to cooperate and turn your toughest outings on the water into days you'll remember. -
Featuring a slim profile and a thick, ribbed body that firmly holds a flipping hook, the Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Stank Bug is a unique streamlined craw that slips in and out of thick cover with ease. A phenomenal bait for punching or flipping in tight quarters, the Stank Bug features compact hooked claws that are quick to activate and exhibit a modest amount of movement for just the right amount of lifelike action. Made using Berkley's exclusive MaxScent technology, the Stank Bug releases a supercharged scent field to draw in big bass along with an appetizing taste that makes lunkers hold on longer for improved hook-up ratios. A versatile bait that deserves a spot in any angler's soft plastic arsenal, the Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Stank Bug is also a productive swim jig trailer or low-profile craw imitation for targeting smallmouth, largemouth, or spotted bass on a Carolina rig. -
As the North American distributor of Evergreen Baits, Daiwa is releasing some new soft plastics from one of the finest bait manufacturers in the bass market. Taking minnow baits to a whole new level, Evergreen has expanded upon their Ace lineup with the addition of the Last Ace 103S (sinking), 75, & the super finesse driven 45-size. The all-new Gezzy is also making it's US debut for anglers looking to utilize a small insect-inspired profile. Make sure to subscribe to the Tackle Warehouse YouTube channel to get the lowdown on all of the hottest Bassmaster Classic releases with the Daiwa and Tackle Warehouse crew. -
The Bassmaster Classic is always highly anticipated by the folks over here at Tackle Warehouse. Not only for the big fish action, but for the product releases as well. This year, Daiwa knocked it out of the park with the release of their new Daiwa Tatula Cork Lineup, Power Scope, and TRAVEL Steez Series. Get the low down on all of these rods as Marc Mills, Corey, and Jake discuss all of the in-depth details, plus much more! To make sure you are staying up to date on all of the latest product releases subscribe to the Tackle Warehouse YouTube channel. -
The largest size in Berkley's next-generation line-up of lipless crankbaits, the Berkley Jack Lipless Crankbait features innovative tungsten weighting and a sharp knife blade design to create a deadly combination for casting or vertical presentations. Built to produce a super-fast fall and maximum side flash, the Jack can be ripped up and dropped on a slack line for fast-diving action or fished with more tension in the line for a less erratic gliding descent. Realistic colors with dual flash-point technology enhance side flash while the high-end finishes ensure durability that lasts. Well-suited for targeting suspended fish in anywhere from 2 to 40 feet of water, the large flat-sided baitfish profile of the Jack will produce a crisp vibration while the unique fin features enhance tracking and right the bait when deflecting off cover. Easy casting, fast sinking, and complete with sticky-sharp Fusion 19 hooks, the Berkley Jack Lipless Crankbait is built to fish efficiently and creates less angler fatigue when chasing the next bite. -
Based on the Tatula 150, the Daiwa Mangetsu Casting Reels are the result of an exclusive collaboration between Daiwa and Tackle Warehouse that deliver classy, handsome aesthetics along with upgraded capability and durability. With looks inspired by the 2007 JDM Certate Vintage Custom reels, the Mangetsu boasts key performance features like Magforce-Z for supreme casting control, a T-Wing line guide for optimized line flow and precise line winding, and Daiwa.s HyperDrive Design, which includes HyperDrive DigiGear, Hyper Double Support pinion gear, Hyper Tough Clutch, and Hyper Armed Housing. Armed with Daiwa.s Ultimate Tournament Drag that uses a powerful drag stack along with special grease for robust fish-stopping force with low inertia, the Mangetsu also includes a drilled aluminum spool with ample capacity for lengthy casts and a long 100 millimeter handle with rounded cork knobs for extreme grip and winching power. Finished in a sleek silver color and adorned with a subtle D-VEC logo on the outer side plate, Daiwa Mangetsu Casting Reels make a unique and classy addition to any tackle enthusiast.s collection. -
Featuring an incredibly life-like profile with oversized claws, the Berkley Powerbait Crick Craw is a hyper-realistic action craw designed with the collaborative genius of Elite Series Angler Jon Cox, Berkley, and the Tackle Warehouse Staff. Built to fill a void in the crawfish soft plastic market, the Crick Craw integrates aggressive kicking action into its highly realistic claw arms with pronounced flaps that make the arms vibrate energetically as they travel through the water column. Ideal as a jig trailer or Texas-rig soft plastic for effective cover exploration, the belly side of the Crick Craw includes a deep hook pocket so thereÕs less plastic to tear when you go to set the hook. Available in BerkleyÕs most effective color patterns and injected with legendary Powerbait scent formula, the Berkley Crick Craw combines innovation and irresistible appeal to give anglers the perfect crawfish plastic for targeting spooky giant bass. -
The Daiwa crew stopped by Tackle Warehouse to talk about the NEW classic release reels. Launching the new Tatula 200, Tatula 150, Daiwa refreshed some of their core reels in the Tatula series, and even provided an addition to the Kage lineup! Get the scoop from the reel designer, Takeshi, as he walks us through the technologies that brought these reels to life. Make sure to keep it locked in to the Tackle Warehouse YouTube channel to stay up-to-date on all of the new products in bass fishing! -
Built for light spinning and bait finesse applications, the Yamamoto Shad Shape Swimmer Swimbaits excel on small swimbait heads, drop shot rigs, and hover-style rigs with forward-facing sonar techniques. Super subtle and molded using the same skinny ribbed body design as the popular Shad Shape Worm, the Shad Shape Swimmer Swimbaits have a paddle tail construction for a lifelike swimming action that attracts fish with many different retrieval speeds. Available in multiple bass-catching color options, the Yamamoto Shad Shape Swimmer Swimbaits come in three natural baitfish sizes to match the hatch for virtually any water that you are fishing in. -
Tackle Warehouse sits down with Heroes on the Water representative, Morgan Boyd to talk about the Abu Garcia Tact-Z Casting Reel, including a little background on the project as a whole and how it benefits our veterans. A great reel for a great cause, the Abu Garcia Tact-Z Zata Casting Reel combines all of the great features of the Zata platform with custom military themed cosmetics. Make sure to keep it locked in to the Tackle Warehouse YouTube Channel to get more exclusive content, firsthand angler insight, and the best products at the best prices. -
Originally designed by BASS Elite Series angler Morizo Shimizu, the Evergreen Wild Hunch 5 Crankbaits have been reintroduced with the same attributes that helped him put those 'big mamas' in the boat during the 2014 Bass Master Classic at Lake Guntersville. Ideal for heavily pressured bodies of water and tough conditions, the stealthy Wild Hunch series crankbaits are back with a superior capacity to avoid snags, attract fish with a tremendous vibration, and give anglers the ability to go deeper in the water column. Evergreen International is one of Japan's premier tackle companies with a world-renowned reputation for producing high-quality baits that have been proven to out-catch the competition with balanced retrieves and great wobbling action. Equipped with razor-sharp Japanese trebles hooks to help you quickly fill out a limit, the Evergreen Wild Hunch 5 rankbait will reward anglers with bites from the most discerning bass whether fishing open water or working this crank through visible structure. -
Designed for Bassmaster Elite Angler Mike IconelliÕs style of finesse fishing, the Abu Garcia IKE Finesse Series Spinning Rods feature 30-ton graphite blanks with Powerlux 200 resin to increase sensitivity and performance for light-line tactics. Geared for success at the highest level of competition, the IKE Finesse Series Spinning Rods are made to the specifications for IkeÕs finesse fishing techniques that are proven out on the pro tour.
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Designed in collaboration with Bassmaster Elite angler Mike Iaconelli, the Abu Garcia IKE Signature Casting Reel brings Ike's attitude into your hands through Abu's trusted reel construction. Featuring an external braking adjustment dial that helps anglers control backlash and easily adjust the brakes when switching from lure to lure, the IKE Signature Casting Reel is housed in a sturdy graphite frame and sideplate configuration to reduce weight and increase durability. Fully loaded with an 8+1 stainless steel ball-bearing system and a carbon matrix drag boasting a drag clicker, the Abu Garcia IKE Signature Casting Reel exhibits Ike's legendary style and is highly versatile to help anglers handle all kinds of situations that they may encounter while out on the water. -
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Designed in collaboration between Tackle Warehouse staff members and Abu Garcia reel designers, the Abu Garcia Zata Tact-Z 7.1 Casting Reel delivers tournament-caliber performance and helps support veterans fishing organizations. Featuring tactical cosmetics with a combination of FDE and OD green on the one-piece X-Craftic alloy frame and side plates that are complimented by a matte black spool and one-piece 95mm bowed aluminum handle. It also features a brass, ammunition inspired, spool tension knob. Internally the Tact-Z houses 10 stainless steel ball bearings paired with a Carbon Matrix drag system that provides buttery-smooth castability and fish stopping power. The Duragear Gen II gear system ensures a more efficient retrieve while improving longevity, and the Infini brake system allows almost limitless adjustability to handle any situation. Packaged in a matte green reel box inspired by an ammo can, the Abu Garcia Zata Tact-Z 7.1 Casting Reel comes with a co-branded Tackle Warehouse x Abu Garcia t-shirt and a portion of the proceeds are donated to Heroes On The Water. -
There's nothing like having THE bait on tournament day. At Tackle Warehouse, we know the advantage that comes with having a color/size/bait that no one else can get their hands on, which is why we work with some of the best vendors in the industry to deliver that exact edge. Over the years we have collaborated with manufacturers, like Z-Man, Lucky Craft, Deps, River2Sea, Bacca, Jackall, and X-Zone, to create an arsenal of baits that you can only get at TW. As this group of exclusive products has grown, some of these fantastic baits have flown under the radar, so this week we wanted to shine a light on our lineup of custom baits only offered at Tackle Warehouse. -
Expanding on BerkleyÕs lineup of pre-rigged Òtie and castÓ offerings, the Berkley PowerBait Clatter Craw is a highly natural crawfish offering that comes ready to cast into big bass territory right out of the package. Designed with HD realism for pressured fisheries, the claws of the Clatter Craw are embedded with rattles to tap into the auditory feeding response of big bass. Replicating the correct profile, sound, action, and taste of an actual crawfish, the Clatter Craw is equipped with a stealthy fluorocarbon weed guard for fishing around cover. Your new secret weapon when youÕre clamorinÕ for a bite, the Berkley PowerBait Clatter Craw deceives even the wisest bass to slurp down your presentation without thinking twice. -
Tackle Warehouse's third iteration of the Daiwa DX line of rods, the Daiwa DXB Reaction, Bottom Contact Special, and Frog rods are a must-have for anglers who desire unmatched versatility, unbeatable pricing, and outstanding quality. In this video, Jeff and Joey explain a little bit about why we went selected certain aspects of these rods, what the primary focus was, and what auxiliary tactics might work with each rod. Make sure to keep it locked into the Tackle Warehouse YT Channel to get more exclusive content, firsthand angler insight, and the best products and the best prices. -
Featuring a patented direct head-to-blade connection and trademarked hex-shaped ChatterBlade, the Z-Man Chatterbait Elite EVO is designed to start vibrating immediately and produce erratic hunting action with each turn of the reel handle. Built around a 5/0 custom heavy-duty needlepoint black nickel hook, the Chatterbait Elite EVO is equipped with a stainless-steel blade offered in plated, painted, and glitter-coated finishes to mimic fleeing or distressed crawdads or baitfish. Fitted with wire-tied 100% silicone skirting material for increased longevity, each jig has a hybrid molded split grip and wire bait keeper to hold soft plastics securely in place and allow for easy rigging. A highly evolved performance-based and more cost-effective bladed jig, the Z-Man Chatterbait Elite EVO is equipped with oversized lifelike eyes and available in highly detailed pro-inspired head paint schemes and skirt color patterns. -
Boasting a sleek and compact design that mimics the natural movement of baitfish, the Dirty Jigs Compact Swim Jig features a more lead-forward head shape thatÕs best served up with the ÔAlabama ShakeÕ swimming retrieve technique. Built around a premium razor-sharp 4/0 Gamakatsu hook, the Dirty Jigs Compact Swim Jig packs a punch with a heavy-duty construction that allows anglers to use braided lines to wrench big fish out of vegetation and nasty cover. Available in a wide range of colors and sizes to perfectly match all kinds of shallow water forage, each swim jig is fitted with a wire bait keeper to move the balance point forward and lock soft plastic trailers firmly in place. Finished with natural 3D eyes to create an incredibly lifelike presentation, the Dirty Jigs Compact Swim Jig delivers an irresistible bite-sized profile to entice more strikes from pressured and finicky fish! -
Designed by Elite Series pro and 2019 Angler of the Year, Scott Canterbury, the Dirty Jigs Scott Canterbury Pro Buzz Version 2 is one of ScottÕs secret weapons that helps him trigger more bites and out fish the competition on tour. Specifically made for soft plastic toads and swimbaits, the Dirty Jigs Scott Canterbury Pro Buzz Version 2 is skirtless and features a unique reversed cone shaped head, which locks soft plastics in place and holds them straight to run perfectly true. Further increasing its versatility, Scott claims that with the elimination of the skirt you can even skip the Dirty Jigs Scott Canterbury Pro Buzz Version 2 under overhanging trees and far back under docks where traditional buzzbaits have never been fished before. Backed by a sticky sharp hook and offered in multiple custom color combinations, the Dirty Jigs Scott Canterbury Pro Buzz Version 2 delivers tour-level performance that simply puts big check-cashing fish in the boat -
Designed in collaboration with Elite Series angler Mike Iaconelli, the Berkley Powerbait Nessie Soft Glide Bait is an innovative soft-bodied glide bait built with a reinforced mesh joint that provides durability while allowing for free range of motion. Fitted with a brush-style tail to mimic the natural movement of baitfish, the Nessie Soft Glide Bait has a slow-sinking rate-of-fall, upright horizontal posture, and stabilizing belly fins to encourage consistent S-shaped swim action. Featuring a patent-pending hook retention clip to keep the treble hook secured to the body, each glide bait is armed with a razor-sharp Berkley Fusion19 treble hook to deliver rapid hook penetration and ensure your success with large predators. Infused with BerkleyÕs famous Powerbait formula, the exclusive scent is integrated directly into the plastic to make fish bite, hold on 18x longer, and give you more time to deliver a confident hookset. Taking an advanced technique and opening the doors for entry-level anglers, the Berkley Powerbait Nessie simultaneously unlocks new uses for experienced glide bait anglers with its unique ability to be skipped under docks and overhanging cover. Available in a variety of custom-painted forage-matching color patterns, the Berkley Powerbait Nessie Soft Glide Bait allows anglers to confidently cast into tight spaces where traditional glide baits have been previously unable to reach. -
Forward Facing Sonar has proven to be a revolutionary tool in the fishing world. Helping beginner anglers and seasoned pros alike to not only catch numbers of fish, but BIG fish as well. Major League Fishing Pro, Justin Lucas, took the TW film team out on the water to talk about his favorite bait to use with Forward Facing Sonar. Armed with a Powerbait Power Switch from Berkley and a rod and reel from Abu Garcia, Justin shows us some techniques that have proven to get bit! -
6The Strike King Tour Grade Spinnerbaits deliver reliable performance with premium components throughout.The new Tour Grade Spinnerbaits come armed with a hand-tied skirt capable of standing up to countless aggressive fish and vicious strikes. Available in a range of pro-designed color patterns, the Strike King Tour Grade Compact Spinnerbaits are fitted with a premium set of spinnerbait blades that generate tons of flash and vibration. Complete with pro-designed skirt and head colors to catch the eyes of fish in any water, the Strike King Tour Grade Spinnerbaits are the perfect way to target hungry bass. -
The Strike King Premiere Plus "The Double Take" Buzzbait is fitted with a lifelike and durable skirt that comes in many different bait-fish and fish attracting patterns the fish just can't seem to resist. The Double Take also has twin counter rotating blades that create extra lift allowing it to track straight at slower speeds. This also causes the water to spray outwards making a lot of HAWG calling commotion on top! The Double Take also comes with a pre-rigged Sabre point trailer hook, making this bait ready to fish right out of the package. -
An innovative buzzbait engineered in collaboration with arguably the most proficient skipping anglers of all time, the Strike King Skipping Buzzbait was designed by Major League Fishing pro Andy Montgomery with features specifically aimed at targeting out-of-reach fish in places few baits will go. Pre-rigged in the package with a Strike King Rage Toad, this game-changing buzzbait features an internal head design with bait keeper barbs that secure the body of the toad directly to the frame. Included with a spare matching Rage Swimmer, anglers are equipped with two forage options that provide a broad surface area ideal for skipping under docks and overhanging cover. Built with a heavy wire construction to direct fish away from cover, the Strike King Skipping Buzzbait is reinforced so it doesnÕt bend out of shape after multiple fish catches. -
Built with a compact tungsten construction and Strike King's innovative recessed head design, the Strike King Tungsten Thunder Cricket Vibrating Jig creates a smaller profile without reducing weight for added effectiveness around pressured fish. Featuring the same constant hard-pulsing vibration as the original model, the tungsten Thunder Cricket is equipped with a unique vibrating blade to impart erratic action and provide trailers with enticing exaggerated movement. Providing incredible sensitivity with its high-density construction, the Strike King Tungsten Thunder Cricket Vibrating Jigs are molded with a wire bait keeper to extend the life of your trailers and lock soft plastics firmly in place. Finished with powder coat paint jobs and realistic 3D eyes, the Strike King Tungsten Thunder Cricket Vibrating Jigs are hand-tied with premium silicone skirts and fitted with superior components to deliver long-lasting performance. -
A result of dedicated design work by renowned professional anglers Todd Castledine and Kevin VanDam, the Strike King Gravel Dawg Crankbaits are the ultimate choice for crankbait anglers across the country. This medium-diving bait is built in a compact profile that delivers tantalizing wide-wobbling action that outperforms its peers, effortlessly navigating rocky terrain, wood, and grass. Engineered with a specialized bill shape, the Gravel Dawg is expertly designed to deflect off cover, significantly reducing hang-ups and keeping you in the strike zone longer.Diving effortlessly to the 5 to 10ft range, depending on the model, the Gravel Dawg features premium paint jobs in a range of colors options to ensure you have the perfect combination for different fishing conditions throughout the year and a variety of fishing scenarios. Equipped with black nickel hooks to provide the strength needed for secure hookups, elevate your angling game with the Strike King Gravel Dawg Crankbaits Ð your go-to tool for getting bass to react in high-pressure situations.
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Strike King's most versatile worm ever, the Strike King Rage Cut-R Worm can be flipped, pitched, Texas-rigged, Carolina-rigged, swam weightless or on a weighted hook. Featuring Strike King's Rage Tail customized hi-grade plastic formulation, the Rage flange on the tail delivers the fastest tail flicker rate on the market. Measuring in at 6-inches, the Strike King Rage Cut-R is also a great choice on a drop shot or split shot. Any way you fish it, the Strike King Rage Cut-R is too much for bass to resist. Rage Tail - Soft Baits with Big Attitudes. Find out what the Rage is about! -
A standby in Mark's tournament arsenal, the Strike King Hack Attack Heavy Cover Swim Jig was designed by Bassmaster Elite Series veteran, Greg Hackney to be fished in and around the heaviest cover out there. Built around a super strong Gamakatsu Siwash hook designed exclusively for Strike King, it provides extra bite for more positive hooksets. A heavy weedguard also helps it come through the heaviest of cover, and a Perfect Skirt provides it with a more lifelike action. Available in a range of colors, the Strike King Hack Attack Heavy Cover Swim Jig is great for winching big fish out of grass and wood. -
Transport your fishing equipment in style with the Tackle Warehouse Tournament Tackle Bag. A must-have for traveling anglers, the Tackle Warehouse Tournament Tackle Bag offers a generous amount of storage and gives anglers the ability to carry up to five large utility trays for all of your hardbaits, softbaits, and terminal tackle. The Tackle Warehouse Tournament Co-Angler Bag is also equipped with a vast assortment of pockets, including two small Velcro side pockets, a large front zippered pocket, a large rear mesh pocket, and two small internal mesh pockets to keep other essential gear neatly organized.
Providing enhanced durability as well, the Tackle Warehouse Tournament Co-Angler Bag is fitted with heavy-duty zippers and a rubberized bottom to make sure the inside stays dry in wet conditions. For added convenience, the Tackle Warehouse Tournament Co-Angler Bag also features a neoprene Velcro handle strap system with reinforced stitching, a detachable padded shoulder strap, and a double tool holder side pouch. Finished with bold Tackle Warehouse logos, the Tackle Warehouse Tournament Tackle Bag is the ultimate bag for co-anglers or traveling tournament anglers. -
Delivering rugged, leakproof performance, the redesigned Tackle Warehouse Zippered Tournament Weigh Bag ensures that your best five hit the scales in tip top shape every time! Reinforced throughout, the Tackle Warehouse Zippered Tournament Weigh Bag features a heavy duty zipper, extra-tough interior lining heat welded seams, heat welded corners, and a vertical rear seam that distributes the weight of water across multiple stress points.
The Tackle Warehouse Zippered Tournament Weigh Bag also features a convenient Velcro handle that provides additional comfort for carrying tournament-winning stringers to the scales. Finished with a large TW logo on both sides, the Tackle Warehouse Zippered Tournament Weigh Bag not only transports fish safely and securely but also shows other anglers you know where to get the best tackle at the best prices.