Ott’s Garage: My thoughts on how to pick 4 rod and reel combos!

This Ott’s Garage video is how I would pick 4 rod and reel combos that you could use for all fishing. This isn’t necessarily how I always use each model but simply a guide line that can help you pick some out to cover all your bases in just a few models.

[@franciscojavier3625]

*Comes with everything you **enjoyable.fishing** need to get started fishing. I love how compact it is and yet very sturdy when fully extended. Haven't got anything with it yet, but that ain't the poles fault lol!*

[@RonaldjBrown-ik4oh]

Hey Ott. I'm a beginner and I have two baitcasting setups, and I've discovered that i need more when I've gotten into a bind, or when I've changed from a lake to a muddy pond. I'm ready experience and expand on different techniques. The reel and rod information is very helpful for me to start be a better bass fisherman. Ott, keep those videos coming, and thanks for sharing!

[@OttDeFoeFishing]

Good! Glad you like it.

[@brucehoffman7063]

Finally just what I needed, I’ve been trying to figure this out. Thx Otto I’ve been looking at your videos I like your choices, they are close to what I’ve been using. Now I know. You da man! Thx for your knowledge. This has been worrying be to no end! Lol 🥸👍🙏 just saw you and your wife’s witness video for Jesus. I’m proud of you guys for standing up for what’s right! Keep the faith!

[@JaredKirkwood]

Excellent selection for co-angling with a friend or kayak fishing.

[@chrispuchi5750]

Thanks for the info. I have exactly 4 casting rods 1 M and 3 MH and 1 spinning rod. I will apply this and build my confidence on the water. Appreciate all the content you put out and the info you provide your viewers.

[@jakeofalltrades5816]

Thanks for all the tips they really have helped me ..I've been getting your trash for years and never knew all this magic happened Right there in the garage 😂 ..thanks again !

[@bryanturner5159]

I'm disappointed for you not winning redcrest but you always handle it gracefully. U did win me my bet over Edwin 👍👍. God bless.

[@rhanlon6891]

Just fund out you went to high school with a buddy of mine. That is pretty cool. Love watching your videos and you fishing. So detailed and informative. Safe travels and best of luck to you this season

[@aarongreenlee7867]

Ott, I actually thought I had commented on this the day it came out. I was in the process of upgrading my gear. I had 5 picked out that I wanted but I couldn't swing buying that many at once and was going back and forth what to cut. This video helped me dial it in correctly and purchase what I think will be the the right rods for what I could afford. My 7'2 MH crankbait rod came in today! The other two are on back order still.

[@jimmymccorkle5005]

Awesome video to share with my wife at Christmas. Thanks

[@krr6581]

Great Video! So many guys get hung up in only buying the most expensive combos out there and totally overlook these rods. I do have some more expensive rod and reel combos but to be honest except for a couple I use my Carbon Lite rod&reel combos more. They really do a good job for me and stack up well against my pricier combos.

[@rick4649]

Great info. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@shawn_r_schultzfishing4883]

🤫 don't let my wife know I can get away with only 4, I told her you can never have to many all these years and she is just starting to believe me...I think 🤔😂 In all seriousness I am always interested in a Pro's opinions on rod/reel/line set-up, thanks for the tips!🎣

[@fishingbythenumbers7825]

Thanks Ott, great video with some very sound advice.

[@michaelbeal9838]

Love the carbonlite 2.0 rods, 6’6’ right up to 7’0, great value and performance.

[@alansulik3912]

Ott thanks for sharing

[@damienbethea7443]

Right on Ott. Good info sir.

[@martymartin7637]

Great video ott thanks a lot it was a big help ,great luck on the next tournament.

[@wadeford1180]

Thanks Ott that’s very good info. Love your work!

[@DFox-ud3gx]

I got the 2.0 carbonlite spinner and cast both sets are great.and I have the KVD Lew's cast G-4 rod .

[@jeffwerth2707]

No spinning combo - about 6.6 ft medium action - middle size reel - can have lower size/dia braid - for Ned rig - shaky head - light presentation? Could also use for trout - panfish - walleye if those are in your area

[@jamescaspersamanthalintner4767]

I love the Bass pro shop real grips I use them on all of my combos

[@user-xi5yr2tt6q]

Aqua vu I enjoy your joj Sunday night devotions

[@kylemattix5561]

Awesome 🤙🤙

[@jameseason9949]

Thanks Ott. Are all Fast Action rods, or do you believe there's a need to have a Moderate Action included?

[@BoneFinzoutdoors]

The bladed jig rod heavier? Love your channel,,,thanks for taking the time to share:)

[@jimwarncke3787]

Thanks for the tips and info on these rods. One question I have is, being only a little over 5'7", do I need to make my selection for Jerkbait rod even shorter, like around 5'6"-5'9"?

[@trextrextrex]

6'6" Medium

[@cooperjones5564]

Love your channel man

[@stevenodaniel1916]

Thank you brother!

[@bryanturner5159]

Great info

[@dougbonfilio7181]

Love your content Ott! Question on the last rod combo: Do you use straight braid or braid with a leader? If you use a leader what pound test? Thanks!!

[@kojuma3360]

Probably depends a lot on water clarity would be my guess.

[@Hey87-Turner]

Give us your 8 rod and reel selection.

[@LonestarPanFishing]

Hey ott, doesnt everyone need a spinning setup for neds and drop shots?

[@CoopsFishinAddiction]

Was wondering same thing

[@CoopsFishinAddiction]

Whacky worms ??

[@stevevoelker2733]

Coulda been timely Ott but I'm looking for finesse spinning combo. Having said that I'd like to suggest ALWAYS include links to products in the description (take a look at Tactical Bassin's youtube vids for example) when you do these kinds of things. Everyone wants quick access to specific products plus if you set up an affiliate account you can make some passive residual income (not that you need any) when people purchase these products through your links. Looking forward to you rolling out great content on this channel! Thanks Ott!

[@buckshot21000]

Would you use a rage tail frog on a medium or a medium heavy and what reel ratio would you say? Thanks for the videos!!

[@OttDeFoeFishing]

Medium heavy would be my pick.

[@buckshot21000]

@@OttDeFoeFishing thanks Ott found 2 medium heavy rods hiding one is a 7’3” all star cranking rod and the other is a 7’ Shimano. Just need reels for them. Would the 7’ Shimano medium heavy rod be good for a spinner bait or is it too heavy?

[@treylowder1193]

OTTO i have carrbonlite 2.0 was wondering is the platium series a better rod for the extra money what is the differance

[@hellifiknow1315]

if you had went with 8. Would it be same 4 just one set up w braid n one set up with floro of each ?

[@michaelmiller8584]

What’s the difference between the cranking rod med-heavy versus the med-heavy carbon light rod, being both are seven foot?

[@OttDeFoeFishing]

The cranking one is a different blend of material and it makes it a more moderate action.

[@aprilmoser8410]

What would be the best size rod for someone who is 5 ft 3 in and fishes the bank?

[@DanGriffin10]

Ott, what tip action do you recommend for each of the four?

[@BrookwoodWA]

Why the crankin’ stick for a bladed jig and not a spinnerbait rod?

[@davidgonnerman2902]

I noticed you had all those reels loaded with fluorocarbon line. I've tried mono and fluoro on baitcast reels but I get nothing but rats nests every time I cast or even when I just click the button to let out some line to change lures. I have no problem with braid. It stays tight on the spool. How do I get mono or fluoro to stay tight on the spool and not poof up constantly? Great video! Thanks Ott!

[@jwluciano]

I have used several different brands of fluorocarbon and monofilament over the years. The best ones with low memory that tend not to poof up when casting are Seaguar Invizx fluorocarbon line and I have had good luck with the bass pro shops monofilament lines (used to be in green boxes on the shelf but now I believe they are in red boxes at bass pro shops and cabela’s for the monofilament)

[@davidgonnerman2902]

@@jwluciano - Thanks Joseph! I will try those.

[@jwluciano]

@@davidgonnerman2902 also, be sure to hold tension on your line spool as you wind the line into your reel. If the tension is loose going onto your spool then that tends to make the line not cast out very well. The line wants to unwind into a birds nest if you don’t spool the line onto the reel tightly.

[@davidgonnerman2902]

@@jwluciano = Thanks. I am confident that I am spooling the line correctly with the proper tension on my baitcast reel. I used 10 lb Stren Fluorocast and it poofs up loops every single time I cast even it I keep my thumb on the spool. I will try the Seaguar brand. Is 10 lb okay or should I use 12 lb?

[@jwluciano]

@@davidgonnerman2902 I throw 17 lbs or 20 lbs test personally. However, 10 lbs and 12 lbs test versions of Seaguar Invizx will lay even flatter on your spool. The only thing I found with 10 lbs and 12 lbs test Invizx is that it does not have great abrasion resistance. If you are not throwing in brush or some other gnarly structure, 10 lbs test or 12 lbs test Invizx should be fine. I have found that I can cast plenty far with 17 lbs and 20 lbs test Seaguar Invizx fluorocarbon and the heavier lbs test lines allow me to fish in heavy brush without worrying about breaking off a big bass. Hope these tips help

[@smoovefishing]

You never mentioned the action of the rod just power of the rod.

[@LastCastAdventures]

he does cover that very well here kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJXRd6iIbtKBp8k

[@fisherofmen9897]

Off subject but what line do you use for Shad Raps? I have been using 10# braid to a 8# flouro leader. I can't seem to keep my bait from helicoptering and giving bad line twist. Thanks for the great videos!!!

[@jwluciano]

I pretty much always cast my Shad raps on spinning tackle to stop that helicopter issue

[@fisherofmen9897]

@@jwluciano I am currently throwing it on a medium spinning rod.

[@jwluciano]

@@fisherofmen9897 I usually have good luck casting Shad raps with spinning reels and braided line. Just make sure you have about a foot or so of line hanging off the end of the rod before you make your cast. I also try to let the rod tip load up before I come back forward with my cast. Best results for me happen when I do not try to cast too hard. Just let the rod tip help you cast and it should be good.

[@fisherofmen9897]

@@jwluciano thanks!!!

[@jstrawser2389]

Great explanations…but what about a spinning rod?

[@OttDeFoeFishing]

There’s one on here for it

[@jstrawser2389]

@@OttDeFoeFishing thanks for replying…I watched it again and I still missed it…please keep up the JOJ and your garage series it helps us all on so many levels…way to make the championship round and put yourself in a great position for Red Crest!! Continued thoughts and prayers for you and your family!

[@T_J_Fishin]

FIRST great video Ott

[@23Funvids]

Weren’t the last two(really 3)pretty much identical? Just different reels. Last two seemed to be almost exactly the same though .

[@jasonmausteller2488]

Was that 7-3 a MH or H?

[@BluntTruth7]

MH