Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast

Welcome to episode four of the "The Big Four" presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This four-part series take a behind-the-scenes look at the four largest parent companies in fishing tackle, who collectively own and control over 80 of the biggest brands in baits, rods, reels, line, and accessories. Today's guests are Senior Project Manager of Freshwater Bait at Pure Fishing Nathan Ragsdale and Director of Fish Science and Testing at Pure Fishing Mark Sexton. To learn more about Pure Fishing, visit https://www.purefishing.com/pages/pure-fishing-brands Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://rodlocker.com/ | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJUNE Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://ampedoutdoors.com/ Humminbird | https://humminbird.com/ Minn Kota | https://minnkotamotors.com/

Welcome to episode two of the "The Big Four" presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This four-part series take a behind-the-scenes look at the four largest parent companies in fishing tackle, who collectively own and control over 80 of the biggest brands in baits, rods, reels, line, and accessories. Today's guest is the President of Rapala/VMC USA, Mr. Travis Tuma. To learn more about Rapala/VMC, visit https://www.rapala.com/us_en/rapala Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://rodlocker.com/ | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJUNE Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://ampedoutdoors.com/ Humminbird | https://humminbird.com/ Minn Kota | https://minnkotamotors.com/

We have a very special episode for you today, as we unveil a project that we've been working on for months and is finally set to release next week: the next 4-part mini series produced by the Tackle Talk Podcast! In addition to giving you the full scoop on what you can expect from Tackle Talk over the next four weeks we'll also recap MLF's Heavy Hitters and more! Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAMAY Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

· Ladies and gentlemen On today's episode, we're going to talk about a TON of small tackle companies, many of which are very humble mom and pop, family owned operations that YOU ALL suggested! So we'll do a little digging on their websites and highlight some awesome products these companies are making, and show some love to the little guys making awesome tackle. We also have Bassmaster Elite Series results from Lake Murray, we've got a product teaser from Newport, we've got we answer your questions about sub $200 rods, chatter bait differences, color choice and so much more! Big Joshy Swimbaits - https://bigjoshyswimbaits-com.3dcartstores.com/ Bullshad Swimbaits - https://bullshad.com/ Great Lakes Finesse - https://www.greatlakesfinesse.com/ Bizzbaits - https://bizzbaits.com/ Dirty Jigs - https://thefishingfactory.com/ Wambaits - https://wambaits-canada.myshopify.com/en-us Go 2 Bait Company - https://www.go2bait.com/ 4d Baits - https://www.4dbaits.com/ Ned Wacky Baits - https://nedwacky.com/ Jeff's Jigs - https://greatcanadianfishingstore.com/collections/jeffs-jigs?srsltid=AfmBOopZroEaLdfmjQe4mgauIMX8PqvjeF50cMnWzSkvIVOP0LRBaC6L Henry Barber Swimbaits - https://henrybarberfishing.com/ HH Custom Baits - https://www.hhcustombaitsllc.com/ Sick Custom Spinnerbaits - https://sickcustombaits.com/ Keystone Tackle - https://keystonetackle.com/ Swampro Lures - https://www.swamprolures.com/ Mimic Baits Company - https://www.mimicbaitshandpoured.com/ Moondog Bait Company - https://moondogbaitco.com/ Secret Lures - https://www.secretlures.com/ Magnum Baits - https://magnumbaits.com/ BassReaper Bait Co. - https://bassreaperbaitco.com/ Limestone Lures - https://www.limestonelures.ca/ Tactical Fishing Company - https://tacticalfishingco.com/ Jewel Bait Company - https://jewelbait.com/ Mule Fishing - https://www.mulefishing.com/ Creek Life Lure Co. - https://creeklifelureco.com/ Jade's Jigs - https://jadesjigs.com/ J Bro's Lures - https://www.jbroslures.com/ Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAMAY Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

On today's episode: Some of my favorite inexpensive Amazon fishing accessories Evergreen's new Claw Motion craw meant for 'backsliding" Our favorite species' to target other than bass Dangerous winds Bold predictions Microfishing And more! AMAZON LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE: Fenix HM70R Headlamp - https://amzn.to/3Qz8HEw Truscend Fishing Pliers (A1-Black) - https://amzn.to/4u2Uqy9 Skylety Fishing Rod & Billiard Cue Clips - https://amzn.to/4d7D0uG Retractable Carabiners (3pk) - https://amzn.to/3QYXHAk Kydex (.08 thickness / 8"x12" sheets / 2pk) - https://amzn.to/4cPSq5v Marine GOOP - https://amzn.to/3QlxcFf ChangTa Thru-Hull Kit - https://amzn.to/42rOIKq Battery Quick Connect (Newport copy) - https://amzn.to/3OpgS5L VEVOR Heavy Duty Kayak Cart - https://amzn.to/3QwdNBp Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

On today's episode: Abu Garcia teases a new reel that seems a little off brand (in a good way), we talk about our favorite Ned Rig soft plastic worms, Major League Fishing announces a new.. video game? And we talk about our top 3 favorite jerkbaits, castable sonar pods, chatterbait tips, and more! Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

On today's episode, we talk about some of our favorite unique lure colors from various manufacturers, we have Bassmaster and Major League Fishing results, we discuss our current tackle buying habits amid the myriad of price increases, and in the Mailbag we talk spooking fish, round bait casters, motors vs sonar, and more! Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

Ladies and gentlemen, LIVE from a hotel room at 2am in Knoxville, Tennessee (with nothing but my laptop's microphone), we are going to bring you a brief recap and everything you need to know about the 2026 Bassmaster Classic. Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKMARCH Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

On today's episode we talk PRESPAWN! We talk about what's actually going on in the prespawn, where to target, what baits to throw, and what baits NOT to throw. We also discuss a look at what size fluorocarbon to use for squarebill crankbaits, Bass Pro Shops announces their annual Spring Fishing Classic deals, and we answer your questions about two-piece rods, pond structure, affordable sunglasses, and budget rod recommendations, and more! Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKMARCH Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

On today's episode we are joined by a gentleman you've probably not familiar with… yet. But that's going to change very soon. Today we talk with a young entrepreneur with a very cool solution to your hard bait storage headaches, as we sit down with the founder of SlotTech Campbell Coyle. This young man is positioning himself to single-handedly turn the tackle storage space on it's head, and we have the pleasure of being his first full interview. SlotTech Website: www.c-2fishing.com (Launches Thursday, February 5) Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKFEBRUARY Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

On today's episode: Pro tournaments are officially back, the fishing world says goodbye to a past Bassmaster Classic champion, we hit a TON of topics in today's rapid fire segment, we talk high end vs budget gear in the fishing poll, and we answer questions about dropshots, YakAttack products, and more! National Fishing Expos - Columbus Show Information: https://www.nationalfishingexpos.com Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJANUARY Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

On today's episode we get to announce our BRAND NEW partnerships for 2026, we have some awesome news coming out of Arkansas as they try to beef up their trophy fishing potential, we ask you about your experience with 'fuzzy baits' so far, and we crack open the mailbag!

On today's episode we are joined by our friend, and former Vice President of American Legacy Fishing Brian Dolne for a completely candid, honest conversation about the closure of ALF. We discuss the timeline of the last few months, important updates for those with outstanding orders/points/memberships, and the silver lining that has everyone very excited for the future.