1 Rod For ALL TOPWATER LURES? (The Fishing Combo EVERY Angler Needs)

[@farrzmd3038]

Great information. I have two rods as a bank angler. If it’s a day where I think I may throw different types of topwater I like a 7’1” MH/F, I can still walk a frog in most places and then the length allows longer casts for all other types of lures. But if i know I’m only going to throw a frog I actually drop down to a 6’11” HF because I can get into tighter places on the bank and have clearance for the rod tip to be angled down when walking the frog.

[@nancyzipperer8819]

I know your the man, great channel I had to quit watching all the other KZbin channels because it was just pollution I appreciate you my guy. Praise YAHWEH

[@TylersReelFishing]

Thank you!!

[@joecavucci8547]

I agree 100%! I never bass fished ( fly only) and have learned nearly everything I know now from These videos

[@frankpatriot7710]

Same. I’ve only been bass fishing for a couple years and everything I’ve learned is from this channel and the TackleTalk podcast. I really appreciate the work Tyler puts into his vids.

[@sethor1584]

It’s always a good day when tyler posts a video!

[@TylersReelFishing]

Every day is a great day!

[@granvillej3316]

Tyler wow thank you for this video I’m learning so much from your instructional videos you’ve really broaden my experiences of catching bass. Your instructional is clear and precise and for a new angle real adaptable on the lake. You have amazingly skills and you bring that hard work to every video you love what you’re doing and really show that for the new beginner angler to start quick, fast and enjoy bass fishing! Tyler thank you Shaun take care and God bless!

[@babadeedee]

Dude, great video! Your edits and explanations are always amazing. Thanks for teaching us to love bass fishing!

[@chartrandoutdoors2336]

Totally agree with your statement, I just adjusted the rod length for the small bodies of water I fish.

[@downlow5077]

I've fished only saltwater for the past 10 years, you got me back into bass. Thanks bro!

[@TylersReelFishing]

Glad to hear it!

[@Menz74.]

I love your channel and app . Thanks for sharing all your knowledge. Great vids!!

[@TylersReelFishing]

My pleasure!

[@BayouGusto]

Hey Tyler old man Gusto here I don’t like most things..I like your videos. I just ordered a Lews Mach 1 combo, you seem to use it a lot. I hope I’m just as happy with it. Keep up the good work 🤠👍

[@erinneff4965]

Really appreciate how you educate in the videos! Also appreciate videos not full of cussing 😊

[@JonasYoung-bf5nd]

Love the content Tyler , young guy like myself with the experience of an old timer

[@TylersReelFishing]

Just trying to share what I know!

[@shilzu1486]

Hi tyler i was wondering why you use braid and why you use fluro sometimes could you explain why you use them in different situations?

[@PaulVox01]

Great question!!!

[@TylersReelFishing]

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[@brandonsarasnick1602]

Braid floats. Fluro sinks. So they say it can hinder rop water baits by pulling the nose down and it much more stretchy. Doesn't work as well. But I can't afford too many rods, so I just switch it up every now and then.

[@tweezeburger]

Personally as someone who fishes from the bank I prefer something just a touch shorter and more limber like a 6’10 Medium power Moderate fast action for things such as spooks poppers, even jerk baits , some light Texas Rigs if I’m not in the thickest cover. I find that with the treble hooks the moderate fast action has enough bend to keep them pond but not too much to mess with the action of the bait. For frogging I’ll use the 7’-7’3 for that! Just my long winded two cents.

[@TylersReelFishing]

I don’t disagree with ya! But you mentioned other lures with that rod. I’m just talking about one topwater combo, leaning towards the frog side

[@dietwaffles5907]

I've been using a 7' for lots of topwater applications too, but I would like that extra length to get that extra distance. Especially with high diameter braids, that length would really help! I'll be picking up one of these ASAP 😎🐸

[@marksalotsalot]

I have 2 x Mach 2’s, a Smash casting and spinning combo and the Jacked. Any of the Mach combos are incredible and honestly the Smash is my favorite. I recommend them to everyone

[@TylersReelFishing]

I love them too!

[@dylandegenhardt4781]

Great Video! I would really appreciate a video about the progression of rods to buy if you can't get everything at once. Many people advise starting with 7-7'3 med-hvy fast rod. What is the next most important and so on...

[@TylersReelFishing]

Yes, I have that video coming soon

[@JustFishing1489]

I would recommend a 6’9-7’ medium or medium light spinning rod next. If a lot of cover go medium, if you fish on deeper clearer lakes medium light.

[@colev4499]

i got my first every baitcaster combo. i made it my top water rod . its a 7ft med hvy fast action lews speed stick w a lews mach 2 reel. i also got braid to go along with it and i used it. i didnt catch a fish but it was nice to throw. really wanted a 7’3 but could just not find one. out of my excitement i figured 3 inches would not make a difference and could always get another one another day.

[@DavidBronstein1961]

I’ve lost way too many fish on treble-hook topwaters when I fish em on fast rods. Even with light hookset I find they can shake them off. I get your point of using one rod for all topwaters for simplicity and as a kayaker I especially understand the logic of that. But after losing a PIG on a whopper Plopper on my jig rod (MH/F) I try and bring something a bit softer to keep em pinned when I can. Thanks for the vid!!

[@TylersReelFishing]

Yeah if you can have 2 topwater rods, that’s better. But for ONE, and using the frog around grass a ton, this has to be my suggestion. I love a good Medium/Fast for my poppers

[@HookemLandon]

When you going up to bois darc I got a spot for you, if you go to the north part in the middle fish the trees in 4-7 foot of water I caught a 6 and several more over there also if you can find grass they will be there

[@TylersReelFishing]

Email it to me! [e-mail]

[@cruzmerc509]

Bought it this year and rigged a Mach Patrol caught 2Large mouth already👌great top water for sure great casting for bass anglers

[@TylersReelFishing]

Nice!!

[@pasd2891]

I don’t have that much money so I used one spinning rod and 1 baitcaster. They’re both my all around rods. I have braided like on my baitcaster and I use it the most can bass see braided line? Is that a good idea or should I switch to different line and how much pounds?

[@_Terrestrial]

I was planning on getting the Lews Custom XP Combo since its on sale at bass pro right now and I get my employee discount off the sale price on top of that. It comes in a 7'4 MH Fast i will be using that as my Top Water/small glide bait rod.

[@TylersReelFishing]

Great choice 👍🏼

[@_Terrestrial]

@@TylersReelFishing are you supposed to say that? 😄thanks for replying to people comments I know how much effort that is!

[@adammitchell3462]

Hey man,I've been a die hard angler my whole life. Just recently I've focused solely on bass fishing and using artificial bait. I've recently discovered that top water is absolutely my favorite way to catch them. Therefore,I'm building myself 2 rods just for top water,one a spinning combo,the other casting

[@TylersReelFishing]

Heck yeah!

[@MrAjolly75]

Does line color matter when throwing topwater? I see you throwing everything from brown/ camo to green or white in your videos.

[@Eng0914]

I know you’re talking top water specifically… but could you use it to pitch& flip jigs or would you use a heavy for that?

[@TylersReelFishing]

I’d use a H for that

[@ryanolearick4174]

I'm a big fan of the popper it's the only surface lure that I have right now. I was waiting for you to mention that it was lighter. When I throw it I use an 8 monofilament line With a medium spinning rod.

[@TylersReelFishing]

Throw it on light braid like 15lb. You’ll get better casting distance and wayyy better hookups

[@jensendejesus6629]

Tyler, i get the point of the MD Heavy can be used all around for topwater. The question for me is, how many do you really need of topwater set ups?

[@TylersReelFishing]

Just one if you only can have one. But if you’re gonna get 2 topwater combos, get a frog/big top water rod (7’4” MH or H), and a 7’-7’3” M or MH Mod Fast for all treble hooked topwaters

[@Mr.LipRipper]

Is 11lb max drag too little for topwater bass fishing? Great video btw 👍👍

[@TylersReelFishing]

Yes

[@Korvis117]

First off great video! Sadly I am still very much confused on what I should actually get so I could use a little help. I mostly fish in a pretty clean lake but there are some small lilly pad areas for frogs. Should I go with a 7"1 M or a 7"1MH... Would the option to throw lighter lures be better than using a MH beings there's not much cover?

[@TylersReelFishing]

The MH is for the thickness of the frog hooks, not just the thickness of the cover. Thats more-so the longer rod. I would still go with a MH if you plan on frogging. And whatever you decide to get, try to purchase it through the links in my video description if you can! Doesn’t even have to be the products I linked

[@Korvis117]

@@TylersReelFishing Sweet thank you for the response!! What brand of braid do you recommend? Or does it really matter? I just got into fishing so I'm a big noob!

[@ForehandDiscReviews]

I like the idea of having 1 rod for multiple top water lures. Any tips on how to spoil braid correctly on a baitcaster? I am new and it seems like even if I put the braid on tight the braid ends up digging into the reel. How do I prevent this?

[@TylersReelFishing]

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[@jaminthompson5814]

Great content, sir!

[@dennymacc2187]

i’ve had this rod for two years and have yet to catch a top water , just senkos and only one on a lipless sexy shad lol

[@RuthlessMcDugal]

I just picked up the Mach 2 reel on sale from Tackle Warehouse for $100 I’m pairing it up with a 7’3 heavy fast fx custom I’m getting from my local bait shop.

[@TylersReelFishing]

Nice!

[@holymackerel33]

When you're using the 50lb braid with the frog, do you still use a leader with that? If so, what #?

[@TylersReelFishing]

No, never a need for a leader with topwater

[@holymackerel33]

@@TylersReelFishing that's what I thought. Thank you for clarifying. I had a guy tell me it was necessary, but I thought it didn't make a difference with topwater

[@jonry2232]

What are some of your favorite lures to throw around docks in mid june? (Stained/dirty water, late morning to afternoon and afternoon to evening, sunny and overcast conditions

[@TylersReelFishing]

Jig, jig and jig

[@jonry2232]

@@TylersReelFishing thanks, I’m assuming your saying a jig is good

[@mikefromoh2925]

Prefer shorter rod of the same action on a smaller kayak. Long rods and short kayaks don’t mix imho

[@BrandonTFishing]

Would it be a bad idea to throw my walking style and poppers on a 6'8 medium fast? Was thinking about switching my 12lb flouro i was using for jerkbaits to braid to flouro to make it more versatile for both topwater and jerkbait

[@Lawfxrence]

Okay so lews doesn’t sell a mach 2 7’3 mh fast in left hand retrieve …. I bought the reel separate but I can’t find the 7’3 mh fast rod … do they sell that by itself?

[@TylersReelFishing]

Yes, they do! www.tacklewarehouse.com/Mach_2_Casting_Rods/descpage-LMTCR.html?from=TYRF

[@CalebDuke-zn8ov]

Hey tyler i have currently have a 7’2 mh and I am looking to buy another rod. What would you recommend to become more efficient?

[@TylersReelFishing]

You got a good spinning rod?

[@CalebDuke-zn8ov]

@@TylersReelFishing yes I have a 6’10 medium spinning rod

[@B-Rad_P-Ark]

Do you tie a leader on for poppers and walking bait or just stay straight braid?

[@TylersReelFishing]

Straight

[@jacksonbrooks]

What’s the best ride for chatter bait lipless cranks Texas rigs with 1/8 of an ounce

[@dancingnancy9591]

Hey Tyler. When using a top water combo I know braid is best but is a leader necessary? Considering braid floats and fluorocarbon sinks I would think a leader would not be good.

[@TylersReelFishing]

No, don’t need a leader

[@RuthlessMcDugal]

Hey Tyler I ordered this combo and they sent me a moderate action instead of fast. Is that ok or should I return it?

[@TylersReelFishing]

Shoot, I’ve never had TW mess up like that, I’m sorry. The moderate is not going to be the best for the frog, but it can work great for all the others. Maybe keep that one and it can be a good treble hook topwater and chatterbait/spinnerbait rod. Trying to return rods is very challenging

[@RuthlessMcDugal]

@@TylersReelFishing thanks . It’s ok I ordered from Lews website, tackle warehouse only had the moderate 73. Ordering online is so annoying

[@TylersReelFishing]

Well dang, call Lew’s and see if they can send you just the MH rod. Tell them Tyler can talk to Will Kenan about getting it sent if they can’t send it for free

[@RuthlessMcDugal]

@@TylersReelFishing thanks man. I’ll give them a call later.

[@RuthlessMcDugal]

Update. I sent the rod back and waiting on a refund. I got a nice rod from a local guy who runs a tackle shop out of his house, but I’m definately gonna pick up one of those reels tho.

[@ryanmilkiewicz9505]

What’s a good rod length and power for a general purpose crank bait rod?

[@JosephHenry-nd1su]

Great stuff as usual Ty. I suspect I already know, but do you use a fluorocarbon leader or straight braid?

[@TylersReelFishing]

For topwater, straight braid. But I use a leader for all finesse applications on spinning rod

[@CarlosXantana]

tyler we need a top 3 or 5 baits for june ! thx and love the vids, i have learned a massive amount!

[@TylersReelFishing]

Got that coming tomorrow!

[@joshcanary9423]

Got 3 rods.deoendong weather and temps ill switch betweem it top water lure or a jig rod (7 medium heavy) moderste fast. Than i got a swimbait/crankbait rod (6'6medium) moderate fast and my bread and butter which is my finess rod (6'6 medium) moderate as well

[@TylersReelFishing]

Good choices 👍🏼

[@PNW_AnglingAdventures]

Dang it!! I just bought a new rod the other day and wasn't sure what to get and then you just come out with this video, lol

[@america10111998]

Bro me too

[@keeganhinshaw5800]

Hey Tyler was curious in the braid poundage I recently decided to actually have an all top water pole and used 65lb braid is 50lb like you talk about a better option or will 65lb work just as well

[@TylersReelFishing]

The jump to 65 I’ve noticed hurts casting distance

[@keeganhinshaw5800]

@@TylersReelFishing gotcha gotcha alrighty I’ll take that into consideration thank ya sir appreciate it

[@paytonmcdarment4466]

I’ve heard that it’s harder to walk the dog and work your topwaters with a longer rod. Especially if you’re fishing off the bank. What’s your thoughts?

[@TylersReelFishing]

Technically true, but I can walk the dog with an 8’ rod. Just gotta learn, ain’t that hard

[@paytonmcdarment4466]

Another question, I have been told that’s it’s better to flick my rod directly down instead of to the side to walk the dog. Is that true or is it more personal preference? Thanks!

[@cartermccune9810]

Hi Tyler I have been trying to catch my first a top water bass I’ve used buzz baits, frogs, popping frogs, and walking baits. Would you have any advice to for me to help me catch my first top water bass.

[@TylersReelFishing]

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[@Jon_Ray]

I got a spook and after using it I wanted something with walking action that I could skip, so I got a walking frog but it seems to be a whole lot harder to walk than a spook

[@TylersReelFishing]

It is much harder. Search “TylersReelFishing frog” and watch my videos on that. I teach it there

[@ForehandDiscReviews]

What top water lure would you recommend for striper?

[@TylersReelFishing]

Walking bait

[@ericybarra1502]

Can I get by with a 7’2 with all the other specs meeting the same criteria?

[@TylersReelFishing]

As long as MH or H, yes

[@DamionTorres]

Will a 6'10 work?

[@AndrewRoberts-n8m]

Hey I’m just got a rod dedicated to top water and I was wondering if it matters that much if it’s 6”10 ft

[@TylersReelFishing]

You’re not gonna have as long of casts or good hooksets. That’s why you go longer

[@PHATBASSASSASSIN]

What’s your favorite frog in a clear water fishery around this time that also has spotted bass?

[@TylersReelFishing]

Mach frog or pad perch. Only two I use (and the popping versions of each)

[@Eng0914]

How about I another video when you match other lures to the poles. Like these top waters to the MH, what goes with a ML and so forth?

[@TylersReelFishing]

I wanna work on that video for sure

[@tommynichols3558]

Yeah i believe it 😎🎣

[@raygissendanner1476]

Great video and great information thank you

[@TylersReelFishing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jasonlopez4855]

Just need a LEW'S LZR PRO medium heavy power fast Action Bass fishing never let me down. Spinning rod ABU Garcia STX 40size reel and medium heavy power fast Action combo's 7 foot. The only two I need. Bank fishing.

[@RaidCrafts]

Think 7’2 medium heavy rod with 30lb braid would be fine and the reel being a 6-2-1

[@opietaylor5778]

How about the laser txs? I been eyeballing it.

[@TylersReelFishing]

If they make it in 7’3” MH

[@opietaylor5778]

@@TylersReelFishing that’s the one I been eye balling.

[@srchristopher6040]

Nice video!

[@KeeLymeP1e]

thx

[@Tacobellohio]

What pound and type of leader?

[@TylersReelFishing]

You don’t need a leader

[@Tacobellohio]

@@TylersReelFishing for any technique?

[@dlugobenjamin]

These fish are paid actors for sure

[@gismoogity]

*bombs spook* "There went 3/4s of my spool"

[@Slickone-wk9mc]

Ike says nothing longer than 7’0 he said he prefers 6’6” rods. You say 7’3”.. main point taken from all you influencers.. there’s exceptions in fishing so get out there. Dont take yourself so seriously and have fun.. something pros and influencers dont know anything about.

[@TylersReelFishing]

We don’t know how to have fun??😂😂

[@Slickone-wk9mc]

@@TylersReelFishing im sure its better than a 9-5 but you cant deny turning a hobby into a job is a lil counterintuitive.. yes fishing is the content but the stress of having to make a fishing video every few days to get paid seem like wer missing the point of fishing in itself.. love you bro, your faith in Jesus and i love your channel… God Bless

[@killjoy570]

Do you use a leader when fishing top water? Trying to get into top water 😅

[@TylersReelFishing]

No