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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 fis Read more:Fishing
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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 for Read more:Fishing
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Rapala X-Rap Shad Rap, is it worth the Hype? 2007-05-25 08:37:00 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
Ready for a Shakedown? 2007-05-24 15:12:00 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 pl
Fantasy Football Jigs 2007-06-08 08:54:00 Fantasy Football
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
Berkley Trilene Releases new Fluorocarbon 2007-06-20 12:35:00 You probably have heard plenty about many bass fishing pros using the new Berkley
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
Aaron Martens Scrounger 2007-06-26 12:56:00 You may have heard about this bait before, now you can get themAaronMartens
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
I got Two New Baits 2007-07-02 13:54:00 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
Hot New Shimano Reel 2007-08-03 08:13:00 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 while p
Is this for Real? 2007-08-09 10:24:00 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
Check out these new sticks! 2007-09-25 21:08:00 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....HellaBassRichLindgren. Read more:Check
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Can't get Basstrix Paddle Tail Tubes? 2007-10-17 09:09:00 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 swimbai Read more:Tubes
Couple off new Soft Plastic Baits 2007-10-14 19:34:00 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 with t Read more:Plastic
Mend-It Like Beckham.... 2007-11-27 16:15:00 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 really a Read more:Beckham
Act Quick - Shimano Rebate 2007-12-02 19:25:00 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. Read more:Quick
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Swimbait or Sex Toy? 2007-12-01 20:48:00 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!!!
Looking for a new Jig Chunk? 2007-12-09 13:06:00 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 the V Read more:Chunk
3 Baits I think you should try for 2008 2007-12-20 16:12:00 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 mode
Goby Wan Kenobi 2007-12-16 10:40:00 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
Beef up your Buzz Toad with the new Hack Attack Hook! 2008-03-11 21:32:00 Most of you have noticed the growing popularity of buzz frogs and toads like the Zoom Horny Toad, Gambler Cane Toad, Sizmic Toad or many others. The reason is, they flat out catch fishm and big'uns! There are a couple drawbacks:Frog rolling overSometimes poor hook upsEnough weight for long castsIt looks like Tru-Tungsten & Greg "Hack Attack" Hackney have come up with a hook that solves all those issues - Tru-Tungsten Hack Attack Frog HookThe Tru-Tungsten “Hack Attack” Frog Hook design helps provide extra casting distance while landing on its belly to prevent weeds from fouling the bait. It also keeps the bait keeled to prevent rolling or rocking of the frog. The unique double hook rigging prevents plastics from pulling down, resulting in fewer missed fish. Enjoy the benefits of mor
BassTrix Fat Minnow Paddle Tail Video 2008-03-06 11:58:00 I have been looking around for a video of the BassTrix swimming under water to show of its action and so people can kind of see what the buzz is all about. So here is a video off of YouTube.It is kind of a short video, but really shows off the action of the bait. Not sure which hook or weight its rigged with, as that can actually effect the action quite a bit.Hope you like it!RichRichLindgren.comRich's Bassin' Forum
Got Ima??? 2008-03-02 16:48:00 Ima Baits may be the best Japanese crafted baits that you have not heard of..... I have one of the Flit 120 and it is a sweet looking bait. Its brand new for 2008!I cannot wait for things to thaw here in MN and attack some pre-spawn smallmouth & largemouth. Lucky for you, chances are, you live south of me, you have open water and its just about Jerkbait season......Also new for 2008, is the Roumba wakebait, designed by Elite Series Pro Fred Roumbanis!IMA Japan Flit 120Ima combined Michael Murphy's Biology expertise with its own advanced technology and the Flit 120 was born. The Flit 120, named for its erratic fleeing action and 120mm length was designed on the basic premise of "matching the hatch." The Ima Jerkbait, at its cross section is triangular in shape to closely mimic the flat-
A Carrot Stix a day.... 2008-02-19 13:00:00 Hopefully will keep the doctor away but not keep you from loading the boat with plump bass!Check out these innovative new rods that Classic Champ Boyd Duckett helped develop. They are supposed to be super light and actually have some carott or cellulose fibers in its construction.....Plus they are pretty sweet looking!!!e21 Boyd Duckett Classic Gold Casting Carrot
StixDesigned by Boyd Duckett, 37th Bassmaster Classic World Champion and Ken Whiting the “Wizard of Rods”, our new Classic Gold series is a striking combination of versatility and performance From its high tech “Stress Free” blank design in high modulus graphite and Nano Cellulose Bio-Fibers to its anodized scandium weight port butt cap the Classic Gold series is on fine piece of fishing equipment. Meticulous attention to
Just Started Selling on eBay! 2008-01-20 23:09:00 As you may know, I have a tackle problem, most of the stuff I show you here, I end up buiying, so I need to make room in both my garage & wallet.Just started selling some excess tackle on eBay. Got about 9 auctions to start, but plan to keep them going. I have totes of extra tackle and I need to pair down a bit.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 ;)If you are just reading this post and thinking these baits are gone, they are, but I assure you new stuff has been listed.Maybe just add me as a favorite seller....Thanks,Rich
More BassTrix Paddle Tail Tube Swimbait Alternatives 2008-01-05 08:58:00 This a follow up on a Looking for Basstrix Paddle Tail Tubes? 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 Read more:Alternatives
Hunting for the Best BassTrix Hooks? 2008-03-23 20:10:00 By now, you have likely got your hands on some BassTrix Paddle Tail Swimbaits or some of the many similar baits by now. Now you have a different dilemma....
Almost as difficult of a search to get these soft plastic swimbait bodies, is now trying to find the proper hook. Odds are, you do not have the proper hooks in your box to fish them, so now you need to find some. Also likely, your local tackle shop either does not carry them or is out of them because somebody has already cleaned their stock out. I had the same dilemma when I bought my BassTrix and went to Clarks Hill in November, I really did not have the right hooks to get the job done. You need a 5/0 or bigger hook & usually a belly weight of some kind to keep your bait down. Since then, I have done some research and some scouti
Bill Norman gets Sexy! 2008-05-04 15:04:00 Bill Norman
long time crankbait manufacturer has come out with 3 of its own versions of Sexy Shad. It only took a few weeks before custom crankbait painters came out with their own version of Sexy Shad, but now another one of the big crankbait players has their Sexy Shad out. They have the traditional Sexy Shad, Chrome Sexy Shad and a unique Clear Sexy Shad.They have all these colors in several of their well known, bass catching models:DD14DD22DD22 SuspendDeep Baby NDeep Little NDeep Tiny NFat BoyMiddle NThin NA little something for all bass in all depths and situations. Also, Bill Normans are great baits at a good value as they are all under $5!!!So instead of searching high & low for the Strike King Sexy Shads that are tough to find , check out the Normans and give them a try!!!
Get Hooked up with ISH 2008-06-08 16:30:00 Well the Ish Hook is finally available at some online retailers, check out this 12/0 Beauty!!! It is designed to work with the Ish Tube, but I think you could use it with really big 12" worms or lizards or maybe even some swimbaits. Even Musky & Pike fisherman may find this hook useful...Picasso ISH ProX 12/0 HookThe 12/O Ish ProX Hook is the largest bass hook available on the market today, an Read more:Hooked
First Look at New Shimano Curado E 2008-06-20 08:46:00 If you have been paying attention lately, you know that Shimano has been giving some good deals on their current Curados & Citicas, either via rebate or store sales. When a manufacturer does this, they are usually trying to clear inventory, thus the introduction of a new model or models to replace the existing.Well the first glimpses of the newly revamped Shimano Curado & Citica are here!! Read more:First
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A clear difference? 2008-06-19 12:19:00 Is the Secret out on Sercret Lures?This company is brand new, but they have some good things they are working, probably most notably their new Secret Lures Chubby Frog SeriesThe colors are designed to produce fish in a wide range of conditions, and the body design of all models aid in hooking those big ones!On days when the frog bite is "on" they recommend the full color frogs, since they offer th Read more:difference
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