Ep. 331 - NEW Shimano Gear, Fluke Tips w/ MATT BECKER, EWG vs. Round Bend Hooks, Budget Rods, and More!

from Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast · host Andrew Hayes

On today's episode we have some big new gear announcements from Shimano, we talk flukes with 2023 MLF Angler of the Year Matt Becker, we debate the merits of Round Bend vs. EWG worm hooks, and we tackle YOUR questions about budget rods, beginner electronics, our favorite glide baits and more in this week's mailbag. National Fishing Expos - Columbus Show Information: https://www.nationalfishingexpos.com Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJANUARY to save! Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

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