How to Choose a Combo - Crankbait Bass Fishing (Rod, Reel, and Line for Beginners)

[@RealisticFishing]

If you can't afford to buy a new rod specifically for cranking, how can you increase your chances with a typical MH Fast action rod?

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Pair that rod up with a line that has more stretch like a copoly or mono. The stretch in that line will help to compensate for the faster action on the rod. Also don't really set the hook super hard. Let the rod load up, reel into the fish, and sweep the hook set.

[@RealisticFishing]

Awesome! I typically fish mono anyway

[@c.shoefish]

Like Alex said, monofilament line or copolymer. For copolymer line, I have it on everything except my frogging rod and spinning rods. I love it.

[@Steve-Slacker-Philipson]

You can get a david Frits cranking rod at Walmart for $46 when they have them in stock

[@c.shoefish]

@@Steve-Slacker-Philipson for real? Never seen one thanks for the info

[@reelpiney6405]

The Lunker Bunker!

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Haha I like that!

[@rowanlandscapes6983]

Great points, lately I've been smashing fish on wake baits (kvd 2.5 wake, mann 1-, and going to be trying the berkley surge shad soon). My 7ft m moderate couldnt keep that bait on top. Picked up a lews perfect crankbait 7.6 mh moderate to keep that bait on top.

[@joeyborawa3806]

Rudd's house of bass 🎣 pretty much says it all 😁 love your videos, they definitely help me!! thanks you for all do !!

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Glad you enjoy em man!

[@tonebassin2571]

Great video my dude. Again perfect timing I was looking at some rods today for crank baits. Thank you

[@AlexRuddFishing]

For sure man!

[@johnquattlebaum4321]

Alex, been watching your vids for a while now always good info. Especially this one newer to bass fishing and love to crank. As far as the new area i think tou should call it THE BASS BUNKER.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

That's the second time I've heard that one!

[@chadwithrow6473]

Man my favorite way to fish is cranking I love it and love ur videos man

[@its_not_me999]

The Rudd Room I'm just starting to gain confidence in crankbaits. I will definitely be using them more this fall.

[@joespafford6499]

Honestly I'm late to the party, about 4 years late. But that's okay cuz I almost caught up with all your videos now and I just started watching this fall. Sorry I'm late to the party but glad I found you, I got to say though the beard Barn sounds way better than the bass cave

[@JeffGeraldFishing]

I’d call it the bass bunker. Right now I’m only rocking one cranking setup but I’m looking to get another one once all the deals start popping up later this year. Nice video Alex 👊🏻

[@Ranger374_]

Great video Alex! Nice tips on the rod selection. Name your new spot the "Worm Can ". Lol 😜

[@AlexRuddFishing]

I really like that.

[@southoutmcknight3263]

Nice video. I actually understand cranking rods better, seriously. Also I think “ Bass Shack” or “Largemouth Layer”

[@jordanspalding6446]

Great video. I like the break down of gear for specific technique. Would like to hear what gear u use for other techniques as well. Would make a great mini series. Thanks

[@Steve-Slacker-Philipson]

Awesome video thanks for all the info this is one of the best rod combo set ups I’ve seen. Thanks man

[@tonebassin2571]

New garage what nice my dude. Sweet set up. Enjoy it much deserved.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Thanks bud!

[@bicalijd_pierfishing9652]

Hello I'm new to your fishing channel here on KZbin I love fishing 🎣 and I love crank baits 👍🏼🔥🎣

[@c.shoefish]

Slaunch shack. Great video man.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Haha I like that a lot!

[@c.shoefish]

@@AlexRuddFishing or, the beard barn🤣

[@hookedonthebite4307]

Rudds retreat I think is pretty cool

[@jnj2233]

Bomb it down the fairway! I use a 7’4 medium crankin Duckett white ice 2 and a Duckett micro 7’11 medium heavy crankin for my crankin setups paired with them killer Lews BB1 pros. Far as the name for the new spot. Maybe Redbeard’s tackle cave? Lol

[@G22inSC12]

Absolutely love the video and descriptions of your setups. Quick question...I know you mentioned the line weights for each combo but I'm curious as to what the line materials are. Are you using straight flouro in these, copolymer, mix of each, etc. Thanks for any info. and keep up the awesome videos.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Great info and breakdown for folks! You're right, those David Fritts rods are awesome! I found them on sale for $49 and it done great! Thanks for what you do in the community!

[@timperry6095]

Awesome video as always. I need to catch up on your live show recordings - grad school stuff has been time consuming the last couple weeks. Thanks for posting! As for the garage, I’m feeling creative so: the Bearded Bass Buster’s Bodacious Boat Bunker.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Make sure to check out the podcast version on the live streams man. That will allow you to listen to it on the go.

[@victorxavier9977]

Very informative video! The bass cave works!

[@tht.kiddgreg.2_.449]

Alex I’m fishing with you in two weeks I can’t wait And I can’t wait to catch that big old Bass

[@AlexRuddFishing]

You are? Did I miss something 😂

[@joshuatousey8103]

Great insight on cranking setups.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Thanks bud!

[@JesusKnifeFight]

Thanks for the tips man, I am looking to get into doing some crankbaits soon so this was helpful. Do you think you could do a video on crankbaits specifically?

[@AlexRuddFishing]

See if these two videos help you out kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3SVp3tvZsqeoas kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3vGgKxtlraCi9E

[@JesusKnifeFight]

@@AlexRuddFishing Awesome, thanks a bunch man!

[@jordanharrison6975]

Alex what are your impressions of the 6th sense crankbaits?

[@HorsemanX72]

The Bass Stable

[@boguinn8104]

How’s the feel on the Hack attack cranking special rod? I know it’s composite but is the feel decent or completely dead feeling?

[@charlesgeorge4391]

AR house. Good information as usual great video

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Thanks bud!

[@br_5497]

I really like the tutorial videos. What is the rod length and the action on the rod that had the chatter bait on it? I been fishing a lot with chatter baits for the last week and the bass have been killing it. As always keep up the good work.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Its a 7'6 MH Moderate action Lew's Custom Pro rod.

[@my71chevro1et]

I've heard 'Bass Cave' from a bunch of others, maybe the 'Bass Shack'

[@perrycorbett6846]

As always Alex another great video🤙🤙, I'm looking to purchase a couple Lew's Tournament Pro reels, I was at Cabela's the other day and was checking those out, what's ur thoughts on those reels, Thanks

[@AlexRuddFishing]

I love mine so far. It cast like a rocket.

[@charlessoutherland7626]

Very good information video of fall weapons of bass DESTRUCTION set ups ALEX!!!

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Thanks as always for watching!

[@JBK-w5u]

Is a 7’ Medium rod good for crank baits? Or should I use a Medium Heavy

[@tchrist618]

Currently getting deeper into bass fishing and starting to do some local tournaments with friends if you had to recommend say three combos and different rods what would you recommend

[@AlexRuddFishing]

I'm going to do a video on this soon.

[@joebryant6962]

I had to revisit this vid because I'm trying to decide on a new crankbait rod! Since you helped me decide on my swimbait rod(dobyns fury thanks again love it) so I'm trying to chose between the 7-11 david fritts perfect crankbait rod or the 9ft collapsible!? Thanks for all your info brother!

[@AlexRuddFishing]

7’11 will handle about anything. The 9’ is a little over kill I’m my opinion. Make sure to use this link if you buy it bit.ly/2EKtsZn

[@joebryant6962]

@@AlexRuddFishing will do thanks again brother! Keep doing what you do and I keep spreading the word( you gotta check out Alex Rudd's youtube! I tell all my bros!) Have a great day bro!

[@joebryant6962]

Hey 1 last thing the reviews trash talk the guides! Did you have any problems with them?

[@AlexRuddFishing]

@@joebryant6962 I’ve never had an issue with them.

[@joebryant6962]

@@AlexRuddFishing thanks for the info brother I appreciate it!

[@hamptonshull9301]

Sorry I haven't been able to watch your videos, have to much school work.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Not a good enough excuse for me...😂 Just kidding bud! Keep up the good work buddy.

[@joebryant6962]

Thanks again for the info brother!! So i'm getting back into fishing after my father passed last November i was looking for a A-rig small swimbait and deep crank rod and was actually wanting the 7-11ft or the 9ft fritts cranking rod but the reviews noted problems with the guides? I trust your opinion after watching countless hours of your channel(favorite pass time). And do you think the fritta rod with work for those baits? Thanks for any info!

[@joebryant6962]

When i said small swim baits i meant 165 swaver duel 7in ninja glide bait?

[@AlexRuddFishing]

I would go with the Lews Super Duty 4 for small swimbaits and rigs. Then a 7’11 Fritts for deep cranks. I’ve heard about the guide issue with the Fritts rods. I’ve never had that issue. I have three of them.

[@joebryant6962]

Awesome thanks for the input wish i lived down south winter fishing is brutal in michigan!lol unless you have a ice shanty!

[@Punisher1874life]

The lunker lounge

[@AlexRuddFishing]

That name makes me think I need a neon sign and beer on tap lol

[@zanerollins9739]

The tin tunnel

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Haha I really like that.

[@bluebullbt]

I like bass cave.

[@patriotjfishing3934]

It's the tin can

[@MailmanDownEDC]

I know you did this video around 4 months ago and I apologize for the late comment, but I’m wanting to know when you are selecting a rod to use for your Squarebills/Crankbaits, do you take into account the rods “lure weight rating”? For instance, you have a 3/8oz lure, which is lighter than 1/2oz, would you throw it using a rod that has a “lure weight rating” 1/2 - 1-3/8?

[@AlexRuddFishing]

It all depends on the rod. I found that most rods are under or over rated for lure weight. I just put the rod in my hand and see what it can do.

[@MailmanDownEDC]

Cool! Appreciate the quick reply and the info. The reason I had asked is because I have the David Fritts LDFP76MHP which is the 7-6 MH power Mod action rod and it’s lure rating starts at 1/2oz. When I try and throw a 3/8oz Squarebill, the tip feels “bouncy” after I cast and before the lure hits the water. I have 12lb fluorocarbon spooled on the reel which is my Lew’s Tournament MB 5.6:1.

[@timcox4123]

What do you think of a super duty G and all purpose TPS 1 Black? AR's BASS Cave

[@AlexRuddFishing]

I love the TP1 series. I've not messed with the SDG yet.

[@TheBaitmanTV]

I’m a sucker for a good cranking stick

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Right? I will live and die by the crank.

[@MiguelGonzalez-lt1cp]

Alex's bass point Rudd cove

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Rudd Cove is pretty good!

[@MiguelGonzalez-lt1cp]

That's where all the bass are 😎💪

[@gregoryray4253]

The Rudd Box

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Sounds like a sandwich shop 😂

[@gregoryray4253]

😂 I was thinking a play on rod box. Lol

[@kayakfishingforpredators9107]

Bass Fishing Compound

[@jimcorbett4115]

Bass Brothel!

[@AlexRuddFishing]

😂😂😂😂

[@mountainmanfishing446]

Rudd's tackle shed

[@AlexRuddFishing]

🤔🤔 maybe maybe!

[@ericv4152]

How about RUDD CAVE

[@Twangtown7]

The Beard Barn

[@AlexRuddFishing]

I feel like I need collection of small gnomes to call it that 😂😂😂

[@Shanester66]

The Hot Box....cause that space in gonna get hotter then a 2 pecker billy goat in the Summer! lol

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Haha don't worry I'm going to have some power run to it by then so I can run some fans. I'm trying to decide between regular and foam insulation now.

[@Shanester66]

@@AlexRuddFishing Yea man...I know dudes here in GA that own those enclosures WITHOUT insulation and let me tell you...you cant spend but 5 min in that piece in the summer before your wanting to bust out some Hot Yoga!! If you wanna spend any time in them, you have to roll dawn and dusk. That's it! lol

[@carlanslow8965]

Fishing Fortress

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Ohhhhhh 🤔

[@dakotastansberry7094]

The Rudd Shack

[@24linedrive]

Rudd’s Cranking Shack

[@victorsimonsen921]

did u fix the water in the boat problem

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Yeah I replaced the drain plug.

[@williamjenkins3720]

Aluma Cave!

[@stevenguthriefishing6857]

The Beard Cave

[@AlexRuddFishing]

I dig dig!

[@Williamqtlowrey]

Steven Guthrie Fishing I 2nd this

[@TheLeftyGolfer84]

Our hack attack setups are almost identical. And how about Rudd Command Center.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

That's pretty cool.

[@TheLeftyGolfer84]

Alex Rudd Fishing identical if that’s a LFS on there, which is what it looks like.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

@@TheLeftyGolfer84 it is a LFS

[@TheLeftyGolfer84]

Alex Rudd Fishing oh yeah and I tried my Classic Pro this weekend. Worked good with the choppo 90 and 105 size. Casting distance wasn’t the best, but I think it was me and the braid, not the reel. I’m waiting for my last Lew’s reel. A Hank Parker speed spool, but Walmart has screwed me twice.

[@dickiehoskins9835]

A-Rudd shop

[@xxdarkamusxx]

Call it the Sanctum

[@Mr.Goodman-Hue]

Bass Rock Cave

[@MrRikdominguez]

The Rudder Place

[@kevinrudd6877]

Numero Uno

[@pruittwilder2462]

LewmaTown: I know it's kinda cheesy. Lew for Lew's and AlumaCraft.....Town for Old Town....maybe a start of something different from the worn out cave names

[@dennypescador]

I'm thinking your new space should be called "Rudd Fishing Outpost""

[@victorsimonsen921]

call it tin town

[@AlexRuddFishing]

😂😂 I really like that.

[@gabevillanueva1610]

I would call it ABS it would stand for Alex's Bass Shop👍

[@AlexRuddFishing]

I dig it!

[@bethanyrudd753]

Dos

[@rorylittleraven352]

Bass Cave is a good name. Glory Hole is a good name also.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

😂😂😂😂

[@georgiaboy]

The Gobbler

[@AlexRuddFishing]

🦃?

[@fakamfishin6780]

Not sure if it's been said but it obviously should be called the Bass Hole.

[@keeganfisher4958]

I vote BASS HQ

[@SuperTwitch666]

Rudd Romps Room

[@cosmiconni6321]

Bass haven

[@telemarkmann6870]

Alex’s Tin House

[@robertthompson8473]

Hi

[@MaximilianTheBassFisherman]

I really want to build a garage like that could you point me in the right direction

[@AlexRuddFishing]

I ordered mine through a local dealer then a company called quality outdoor products built and installed it for me.

[@othacker2908]

Rudd’s hut

[@Hawlkeye-e9p]

I dont like those reels. Give me a small spinner with a tiny shaft so it holds big yardage. Supports up for a 200 lb fish. Will need excellent cooling and materials. Use for bass and shark. Where is it?

[@AlexRuddFishing]

🤔....🤷🏼.....👌🏻 mint!

[@glennanderson5335]

The Rudd Shack or Rudd's Honey Hole

[@lisasaggy9261]

Crank Tin

[@archeryboyz949]

Rudd house of fish

[@RedneckViking]

Second mortgage

[@AlexRuddFishing]

My garage was actually no where near a price that would need that much cash.

[@RedneckViking]

@@AlexRuddFishing was referring to the boat ,kayak,fishing garage etc the whole shebang.

[@AlexRuddFishing]

Yeah still don't need a second mortgage for that either.

[@paulwyman2299]

The.... LILLY PAD.....sorry.

[@brucemillard8123]

rudd hut