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Just Started Selling on eBay!
2008-01-21 06:09:00
Just started selling some excess tackle on eBay. Got about 9 auctions.My Bass Fishing eBay StoreRight now, titanium spinnerbaits, lucky craft pointers, basstrix, fishing line, soft plastics, senkos & more. I will continue to add stuff, as I sort my stuff, check back often ;)Thanks,Rich
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More BassTrix Paddle Tail Tube Swimbait Alternatives
2008-01-05 15:58:00
This a follow up on a Looking for Basstrix Paddle Tail Tube s? where I talked about the BassTrix and some of the competitors that have popped up to fill the demand created by this bait and its low production capabilities.So if you do not want to jump on the eBay bandwagon or spend all day on the phone calling the few shops that have BassTrix, then here are a few more options....Venom Bad Shad SwimbaitThe Bad Shad Swimbait is a 5" solid bodied swimbait. The slender profile of this bait creates an slashing motion in the water. Included in each package is 3 swimbaits and one weighted Sickle Hook. Click to Buy Optimum Heavy Cover Series SwimbaitsThe Optimum Heavy Cover Series was designed for fishing swimbaits and the like weedless in big brush and over weeds. These are solid body baits as well.Luck ''E'' Strike Bass Magic Swimbaits These can be found online @ Basspro.com Affordable hollow-bodied swimbaits feature lifelike paint schemes, a water-churning paddle tail, and five sizes ...
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3 Baits I think you should try for 2008
2007-12-20 23:12:00
Browsing through online tackle sites and their new arrivals sections, here are three baits that I think will be solid producers in 2008 ! Warning! I am cannot be held accountable for impulse buys.Sworming Hornet Drop Shot Fish HeadNew for your soft plastic baits, an ultra lite realistic head. The features are endless as the bait has 3D holographic eyes and multi stage paint. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks. The lead free design and the hole through the center of the head keeps your bait hook out and hook up just the way you want it to be. After tying your favorite knot, place the tag end of the line back through the hook eye and through the hole in the center of the Drop Shot Fish Head directly under the hook eye. Add your favorite soft plastic, and "Sting ?em with a HORNET."Just add your favorite fluke type bait to make the perfect darter head or drop bait. 2 per pack. Click to BuyXCalibur One Knocker $ 9.99Something old - SOmething new. A guarded secret of old-time pros meets mod...

Goby Wan Kenobi
2007-12-16 17:40:00
I guess this is where Star Wars meets Bass Fishing at Cabin Creek Lures. I was browsing online tackle shops as I often do, and came across this very creatively named Goby imitation. It looks like a solid design, but more props because of its cool name. I think I will buy a pack or two for their efforts next time I place an order at LandBigFish.comCabin Creek Goby Wan KenobiThese salty hand poured goby style baits are perfect for those midwest fishermen looking to mimic the goby baitfish. Perfect for Smallmouth and other game fish. 3" 10 per pack. Click to BuyI think it will be a solid drop shot bait whether you live on the great lakes or not. It would be clever if they said it was impregnated with a special scent... maybe "The Force"....Tight Lines,Rich

Looking for a new Jig Chunk?
2007-12-09 20:06:00
If any of you like to throw a jig, you know that all jig chunks and trailers are not created equal. Browsing the web today, I think I found what could be my new favorite jig trailer. I have not tried them, but from the review I read and what I see, I think I will love these....So here is what it looks like....V&M Mud Bug Here is the summary from the TackleTour review:"Conclusion: Sometimes you just stumble onto a bait that surprises youwith its effectiveness. Such was the case with the V&M Mud Bug. I bought acouple of packs simply to fill out an order and make the shipping worthwhile.When I put it through our typical TackleTour testing procedures, my eyes openedwide at those floating appendages. What a treat! If you're disappointed with therecent flap over a certain plastic craw-like bait that teased us with itsavailability but was suddenly not available again and are looking for a trailerto help make your jig fishing experience more effective, you'd do well to checkout th...
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Act Quick - Shimano Rebate
2007-12-03 02:25:00
Good news, just in time for Christmas, Shimano has issued a rebate program on 3 of their best bass fishing reels.$50 of of Curados, $30 of Citicas & $20 off the already value priced Cruxis. Stock up for Christmas while there is still time. Just click on this link, then click on the rebate tab.
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Swimbait or Sex Toy?
2007-12-02 03:48:00
I think it may be a great idea for a new game show....but seriously, when I first saw a picture of this concoction, that is exactly what popped into my head.Gambler Brutus Swimbaits Brand new for 2008, the Gambler Brutus Swimbaits have a unique style. It features a solid body with a elongated paddle tails. 2 sizes available in 2008.Well if anyone has used one of these and they can confirm what it really is or if it is a bass fishing lure, I would love to hear about it... LOL!!!

Mend-It Like Beckham....
2007-11-27 23:15:00
Here is a relatively new product, that I think is a must have for just about anyone that spends time throwing soft plastics for bass or other species. The product I am referring to is Mend-It!Mend-It! is a soft plastic repair solution that chemicly welds your plastic back together. Mend-It leaves the repaired area as soft as the original bait because it simply "melts" the bait back together. Mend-It doesn't stick to your hands, your boat or your clothes, it only causes two pieces of soft-plastic lure to melt back together invisibly. Perfect for Senkos, SwimBait and other expensive soft baits that tear easily. Works better then Super Glue & never glue your fingers together or to your bait again. Also, when you are in a tournament or out on the lake and you only have a couple of the baits that you are really killing the bass on....Now you can save your day or possibly cash a check by repairing your old used baits on the fly to get you through until you can buy more. This is reall...
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Can't get Basstrix Paddle Tail Tubes?
2007-10-17 16:09:00
Right now the Basstrix Paddle Tail Tube is the hottest thing around and hardly anyone can get their hands on any, I have heard they are going for $20 a pack on eBay right now. If you have not seen them, this is what they look like. I have not used them myself, but have heard tons about them and they sound like the real deal. Recently I have come across a few other baits that look pretty similar and are much easier to get your hands on as well maybe a bit cheaper. Not too different then the original chatterbait, when they were impossible to get, many companies duplicated and in some cases came out with superior baits, so here is your chance to possibly be ahead of the curve and find maybe something better :)First off, is the Money Lures Money Minnow, when I first saw it, I thought it was a BassTrix minnow. I am planning on ordering some of these for my trip to Clarks Hill ;) Check out the description and images below.Money Lures Money MinnowThe money minnow are custom hand made swim...

Couple off new Soft Plastic Baits
2007-10-15 02:34:00
Here are a couple of newly released soft plastic baits that may give you an edge out bass fishing with your buds or in your next tournament. The fist is the Stike King Coffee Tube which debuted at ICAST, but is just not hitting the shelves. The 2nd is the Yamamoto Flappin Hog, this is a sweet looking flippin' creature style bait.Strike King Coffee Tubes Gary Yamamoto Flappin' Hog IIThis bait has been the talk of the town since its debut in 2006. The redesigned flaps increase motion and vibration making it even more deadly on bass.This heavy compact bait has great action when Texas or Carolina rigged. Use it with any jig head or add it to your favorite flippin jig and you have a winning fish catching combination! Coffee scented tubes and soft plastics are a creative idea, who knows if they work, but that is what I first thought about garlic, and I am a firm believer that Garlic spray and scent is something that fish like.And how can you go wrong wit...
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Check out these new sticks!
2007-09-26 04:08:00
Man have I been neglecting this Blog, just not enough time to fish and write about fishing sometimes. Lets look back a post or two and look at that new sweet Shimano Core Reel, then imagine pairing it with one of these bad boys..... Shimano Cumara Casting RodsPremium Bottom Contact Rods. The new Cumara ultra-performance bass rod series is specifically designed for bottom bouncing techniques. Featuring IM-10 graphite blanks, Fuji® Sic guides and custom performance reel seats, Cumara is simply the lightest, most sensitive, innovatively designed rod series you will ever fish.High Modulus IM-10 Graphite Blank ConstructionCustom Etched Butt CapConvenient Hook KeeperCasting HandleFuji SIC Black Frame GuidesCustom Reel Seat with Carbon InsertShaped Eva Foam Grips I am pretty sure I can see this combo in my future for next spring. Closed Circuit to Mrs. Clause, never too early to start thinking about Christmas and my B-day is just before Thanksgiving. Hint... Hint....HellaBassRichLindgre...
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Is this for Real?
2007-08-09 17:24:00
I think Lucky Craft may have taken realism of hard baits to a new level with this one.....Lucky Craft Pointer Real Skin SeriesYou have heard about them. Available from Pitman Creek Wholesale on August 3rd. The Real Skin Pointer has the same action as the popular Lucky Craft Pointers. Nothing has changed, except for the addition of the fish skin on the outside.Pointer 78 dives 4-5 ft, Suspending, 3.25", 5/16 ozPointer 100 dives 4-5 ft, Suspending, 4", 5/8 ozMan it looks like they are actually wrapping real fish skin around these baits..... That is wild! HellaBassRichLindgren.comBassin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum

Hot New Shimano Reel
2007-08-03 15:13:00
Within in the past few days I have seen several bass fishing tackle online stores advertising a brand new Shimano Baitcaster. Its the Shimano Core Reel , it looks really sweet and I find myself drawn to it like a moth to a flame....Shimano Core Baitcasting ReelUltra-Lightweight Magnesium Frame and SideplateUltra-Lightweight A7075 Aluminum Spool ConstructionMagnumlite Spool Design This spool provides extremely low startup inertia for increased line control and casting performance even when using lightweight baits or lures. This is accomplished through using lightweight aluminum alloys and a unique design that moves the mass of the spool outward.S A-RB (Anti-Rust Bearings) are specially treated stainless steel ball bearings that are at least 10 times more corrosion resistant than standard stainless steel ball bearings.A-RB Roller BearingHigh Efficiency Gearing (HEG) is not only the oversized gears, but also includes the setplate and sideplate, which allow for a high speed retrieve whil...

I got Two New Baits
2007-07-02 20:54:00
Just got a couple new baits from Jackall. Been to busy to get out and use them, but they look sweet. The first is the Jackall Aragon which is nice little jointed crank that is supposed to make noise as the body hits itself. The 2nd lure, a Jackall Mask Vibe, is a hybrid lipless crank soft sided bait. It has the head of a lipless bait and the body of soft plastic with a realistic fleshy feel and look.Check back for reports on how they work.HellaBassRichLindgren.comBassin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum

Aaron Martens Scrounger
2007-06-26 19:56:00
You may have heard about this bait before, now you can get themAaron Martens Lures The ScroungerThe Scrounger creates vibration and an incredible realistic action that works on all species of game fish. It has a live bait swimming action. Easy to fish and practically snag-free. A secret on the pro tours is now available to everyone! From what I can tell, I think it's actually a bit similar to a chatterbait style lure, just take your favorite plastic bodied lure, like a shad, grub, creature or whatever and swim it in the areas you want. Aaron has been using these baits for a long time and now he is producing them and making them available under his new lure company. I think I will have to get a couple packs to keep in the boat ;)P.S. I changed the template a bit, hope you like the new look!HellaBassRichLindgren.comBassin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum

Berkley Trilene Releases new Fluorocarbon
2007-06-20 19:35:00
You probably have heard plenty about many bass fishing pros using the new Berk ley Fluorocarbon and how great it is and how its not available to the public yet, well now it is!Berkley Trilene 100% Fluorocarbon LineGet the new line that everybody is talking about! Berkley has 48 B.A.S.S. and 33 FLW Pro?s already currently fishing with this line. The line boats the following properties: -Ultimate Invisibility-The invisible fluorocarbon. Similar refractive index as water so fish can?t see it.-Ultimate Impact Strength-Proprietary 100% PVDF formula specially processed for the ultimate in impact strength.-Higher Strength per Diameter-The ultimate fluorocarbon, diameter for diameter.-Excellent Manageability-Lower memory for superior casting.I never had good luck with Vanish, but this is supposed to be far superior line, I will probably order a spool or two and give it a whirl. Interestingly enough it comes in clear & green. I like the sounds of green fluorocarbon....Would love to hear f...
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Fantasy Football Jigs
2007-06-08 15:54:00
Fantasy Foot ball meats Bass FishingI just got a bunch of new Fantasy Football jigs from Picasso which is a Fish Harder company. These are sweet looking football heads, great head and hook. The hook is just about right, heavy enough so you can lean on big fish and fine enough so you get good hook sets on long casts. I was impressed on how well the jig stood up by itself on my desk, just think if it had a trailer on it under water :) They come with a nice rattle that is removable and it has a nice trailer keeper molded onto the shank of the hook which I really like. I got some spots all picked for these when I return from Europe :)Tight Lines,HellaBassRichLindgren.comBassin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum
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Rapala X-Rap Shad Rap, is it worth the Hype?
2007-05-25 15:37:00
There has been a lot of hype and talk about this bait. You have to admit, it makes a lot of sense to combine two great baits in the Shad Rap & the X-Rap both made by one of the best hard bait makers of all time.Rapala X-Rap Shad RapRapala has taken the X-Rap technology and combined it with the Shad Rap to create the X-Rap Shad! Fish should get ready to take a boat ride. The X-Rap Shad with its 3D holographic eyes, internal holograhhic foil, and flash foil teaser tail will become the most sought after crankbait instantly. The new 06 size is the perfect size and runs 6' to 11' for a variety of fish, especially bass. I am guessing this will be must have in just about every tackle box in no time....HellaBassRichLindgren.comBassin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum
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Ready for a Shakedown?
2007-05-24 22:12:00
I just ordered some new shakey head jigs and I am pretty excited to get them & put them to the test bass fishing. These are designed by Mr. Clausen himself and he knows a little bit about Shaking a finesse head for bass.Picasso Luke Clausen Shakedown JigsPicasso Luke Clausen Shakedown heads use a patent-pending flexible nickel titanium spring (bait keeper) along with a cross-eye Gamakatsu hook to give you the best ?shakey style? head on the market. The flexible nickel titanium spring always comes back to position after each fish without breaking.Because of its super soft elasticity, the spring allows the entire hook gap to be maintained during hook set. The ?give? of the spring allows anglers to lock down and shake their plastics in cover or skip docks without ever losing or tearing the soft plastics. Because of the spring?s small size, finesse worms (such as Roboworms or other thin hand poured plastics) can be rigged very straight with no ?hump.? It also prevents the plastic from ...
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Do Bass Fishing Scents make Sense?
2007-04-27 16:11:00
I saw that Mustad has just released a couple new fish attractants. I believe these are a relaunch of Mustad Ultra Bite attractant that was out a year or so ago, but the marketing was not so good and the dispensing was not so good. Looks like they fixed that with a pump applicator as well as a gel, which I kind of like gels for my Jigs.Mustad Activate SprayUse the Activate Spray for easy application. Includes glitter flecks for added attraction. Re-Apply when flecks have washed off bait. 3 oz pump spray Mustad Activate GelActivate Gel is a sticky formulation for longer lasting pheromone release. Squeeze on the bait and spread over to form a thin coating with your fingers. Then watch the results.Why it makes fish feedFormulated with Phero-Tech - today's most sophisticated pheromone technologyActivate causes a sensory feeding response that attracts fish and stimulates feeding.Extremely easy to apply to baits, lures and chum.Personally, I like to use scents and attractants when I fish ...
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The 'Buzz' on frogs & toads for Bass Fishing
2007-04-10 19:19:00
In case some of you are not aware, there is a deadly creation out there called the Buzz Frog or Swimming Toad out there and bass are crushing them. Its basically a hybrid baits that takes the allure of a frog and a buzzbait and wraps it into a soft plastic package! From what I can tell, Zoom started it with their Horny Toad and now just about everyone has a spin on it. Check out a sampling below. They work in places regular frogs don't and the hook % is much higher with these ;)Zoom Ultravibe Horny Toad - This is where it all startedSizmic Toads - Sizmic made a splash shortly there after, they have some floating & chugging versions as well.Gambler Cane Toad - This is my personal favorite & I think it has the best soundBerkley Gulp Bat Wing Frog - Not sure how important scent dispersion of Gulp! is for topwater...Kicker Fish Xplodin' Toad - never used it, but looks like a solid designMann's HardNose Swim Toad - I have heard good things about the durability of this product, more ...
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Evolutionary Bass Fishing Jig?
2007-03-27 17:04:00
Sorry its been awhile since I have made an entry. Fishing Amistad and traveling for work have limited time. This jig just seems to popular not to touch on it.Mega Strike Evolution JigsThe Most Innovative Jig Ever Built. ALWAYS lands in STANDUP position no matter what!!!! The Evolution Jig is the first real innovative jig design to come along in over 40 years. Our NEW, Advanced Skirt Forward Technology, along with our virtually invisible Fluorocarbon Weed guard, makes this the jig of choice. Evolution is the only jig to also have our patent pending flaring disk and skid plate. These qualities allow the Evolution jig to respond to every movement of the rod tip, continuing to keep the Evolution Jig in an upright crawfish defense stature. Finesse Jig: available in these sizes: 3/16, 5/16, and 7/16Heavy Cover Jig: Available in these sizes: 3/8, 1/2, and 3/4Jigs are sold in packs of two. In short, this is a premium jig, that has some very unique characteristics. Most of us think are jig...
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Check out the new Phat Flies
2007-03-01 17:38:00
The all new Spro Phat Flies The SPRO Phat Flies were designed to take Float and Fly bass fishing to a new level. Not only designed to catch fish in the harshest conditions, these jigs are designed to catch big California trophy bass. Colors painstakingly matched to the most prevalent baitfish in North American waters. Perfectly balanced to sit horizontal under the bobber. Built with the worlds sharpest Gamakatsu hooks. The SPRO Phat Flies are the best on the market, period! These look awesome and I think they will be deadly in the winter through early spring. So if you live in middle to northern part of the country, buy them now and put them to use. Here is a link to a radio show explaining how to use them and their effectiveness.HellaBassRichLindgren.comBa ssin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum
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More Great Bass Fishing Baits from Japan
2007-02-09 17:39:00
Most of you have heard about Lucky Craft and Daiwa fishing lures and aware they make very high quality hard baits, but there is another emerging player in this game and that is Jackall Lures. Jackall is an established Japan ese Fishing Lure company founded by pro fishermen and ex lure designers from the other major Japanese lure houses. Jackall is focused on creating innovative fishing lures using the latest in engineering technologies. Their fast prototype fabrication methods combined with immediate pro staff in the field fishing tests allows them to create some of the most techonologically advanced and finely tuned fishing lures in the industry. Jackall Lures USA has field tested the Japanese lures in the U.S. for a number of years and has released ONLY the lures field tested and approved to catch fish in the U.S. The lures made available here have been proven to catch fish in the U.S.!HellaBass RichLindgren.comBassin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum
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Two Hot New Plastics from Zoom
2007-02-02 16:09:00
I am sure you have all used Zoom Plastic s at some point and know that they make high quality fish catching soft plastics in an endless rainbow of colors....Check out their two latest additions for 2007:Zoom Super Speed Craw I love and use the original Zoom Ultravibe Speed Craw all the time, and my only complaint was how small it was for some situations, I cannot wait to get me a couple bags of these in Green Pumpkin!!!Zoom Grass Craw The new grass craw is very similar to the Gambler B.B. Cricket which is a popular matt flipping bait in Florida.These both will be fantastic flipping baits ;)HellaBassRichLindgren.comBassin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum
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Lucky Craft Splash Tail Topwater Bass Fishing Prop Bait
2007-01-26 03:34:00
So how many of you have dabbled with the high-end Japanese bait?I have found that some of the best lures are their topwaters, I have had exceptional luck with the Lucky Craft Sammys, Gunfish, and Splash Tails. You can check out the Splash Tail in detail here and I will follow up on some of the other baits in the future. Check out a nice YouTube clip of the SplashTail.If you like the Smithwick Devil?s Horse you will love the Splash Tail!!!HellaBass RichLindgren.comBassin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum
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Get Shakey with it!
2007-01-12 16:52:00
Shakey heads have been the craze for quite some time lately and there are more and more options to choose from when it comes to Shakey Style Heads. Many of the new options are not just your father's lead ball heads anymore ;)Here are a bunch that I have found:Tru-Tungsten Ikey Head Ball Buster Jigs CritterBait Critter-Shaker Jigheads HookerZ Shakey Heads Bagley Shaky Head Jigs Buckeye Lures Spot Remover Pro Model Jigheads Envision Sweet Spot Jig Heads Reaction Innovations Screwed-Up Jig Head Spotsticker Jigheads Everyone of these jigs has their pros & cons, whether it be keeper method, cost, hook quality, how it stands, how it comes through cover. My favorites are the Tru-Tungsten Ikey Head Jigs, but you will see everything from the most traditional ball heads with molded barbs to flat head designs and much more. Which is your favorites and which new ones do you want to try? HellaBassRichLindgren.comBassin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum

Finesse Wacky Jig!
2006-12-23 09:37:05
This jig originates from Japan and so does the technique and application it is designed for, which kind of a shakey - wacky type fishing.Zappu Inchi Wacky Jig HeadsThe Japanese anglers are a very studious bunch. They are always working on new and creative techniques. The drop shotting technique that the Japanese introduced to America several years back has become a household term in bass fishing recently, and now the Japanese have created a new technique called INCHI WACKY or Jig Head Wacky. This technique has taken Japan by storm over the past 12 months and for good reason. Two Japanese Bass Pros, Takuma Hata of Zappu IncAndnd Toshiro Ono of Jackall Inc pioneered the craze.As the name suggests, it's a very straightforward rig and easy to put into practice.Benefits of the Rig1. You can get more distance on the cast.2. You can fish deeper areas.3. The bait falls quicker.4. You can keep in contact with the bottom easier.5. Most importantly it creates a wicked irregular action that lo...
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Bass Fishing with Beaver Baits
2006-12-16 09:31:01
I am sure many of you have found out how great Reaction Innovations Sweet Beavers can be... On the other hand they can be kind of pricey and they tear up somewhat easy. So here is a list of similar style baits by other manufacturers, some you may know, some you may not. They are all a little different and will catch Bass ;)Gambler Ugly Otter Culprit Water Beetle Berkley PowerBait Beast Roboworm Sour Puss Venom Sweet Dreams Yum Wooly Bug And there are many more, so try some of these baits and see how they stack up against the original.HellaBasswww.RichLindgren.comBas sin' BlogRich's Bass Fish ing Forum
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New Innovative Gamakatsu Hook Design
2006-12-11 21:27:01
Gamakatsu Skip Gap HookThe new Skip Gap Hook from Gamakatsu is the hook every dock skippin? Bass angler has been waiting for. Many soft plastics will slide off of the offset or simply come off when thrown hard against the water in an attempt to skip it under a dock. This is especially true on really hot days when the plastic can get extra soft. This unique patent pending hook is designed to hold soft plastics firmly in place so that no matter how hard you throw it, the plastic bait stays put. Unlike other hooks that have attempted to do the same thing, there is no special rigging required for this hook. Simply Texas rig it like any other wide gap style hook and it?s ready to go. The wide gap is built to handle thicker baits like tubes, but is also ideal for stick type baits and regular soft plastic worms. Sizes: 1/0 ? 5/0. HellaBasswww.RichLindgren.comBassin' BlogRich's Bass Fishing Forum
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