09/17/2026
My Go-To Setups for Wade Fishing 🎣
2 Setups. 2 Different jobs.
SOFT PLASTICS — WATERLOO SALTY MAG 6’9”
🎣 Bates EDC 100
🧵 20lb Daiwa J-Braid
🔗 25lb Seaguar leader
⚖️ 1/16–1/4 oz
This is my go-to when I’m working soft plastics, especially when I’m fishing lighter presentations and want to stay connected to the bait. The Salty Mag is rated for 1/16–1/4 oz, making it a perfect fit for the lighter plastics I throw.
HARD BAITS & LIVE BAIT — WATERLOO TIDE SERIES 6’9”
🎣 Bates EDC 100
🧵 20lb Daiwa J-Braid
🔗 25lb Seaguar leader
⚖️ 1/4–3/4 oz
When I’m throwing topwaters, wake baits, twitch baits, or live bait, this is the setup I grab. The Tide Series gives me the extra range to handle those heavier presentations while still keeping the sensitivity & feel I want.
WHY TWO SETUPS?
Same reel. Same braid. Same leader.
But different rods for different applications.
I’d rather have my gear dialed in for what I’m doing than try to make one setup do it all.
Stop by Roy's Bait & Tackle Outfitters & get a setup you’ll be confident in! 🙌
Bates Fishing Co
Waterloo Rods
