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by Andi
Wed Dec 01, 2010 4:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Shibui TwinSpin Spinnerbaits Now At BTD!
Replies: 1
Views: 702

Shibui TwinSpin Spinnerbaits Now At BTD!

Bass Tackle Depot now has a great selection of Shibui TwinSpin Spinnerbaits in stock!
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These baits feature retractable arms for easy storage, Sampo swivels and light wire upper arms for ultimate vibration.
by Andi
Thu Nov 18, 2010 4:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking for some help w/ Texas lakes
Replies: 6
Views: 1023

Re: Looking for some help w/ Texas lakes

Fork is definately nice but in Feb will have lots of traffic. Contact James Caldemeyer for info http://www.officiallakeforktrophybass.com/ In feb you'll want white spinnerbaits and swim jigs in pearly shad patterns. Might be a good Trap bite, too. OH Ivie is off the beaten path and on fire lately. R...
by Andi
Mon Nov 15, 2010 1:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Shibui Yana (FishTrap!)
Replies: 5
Views: 1727

Re: Shibui Yana (FishTrap!)

No need to modify, it will burn across the surface like a buzzbait. It stays level, plus it makes an audible whirring sound when you do it. We've fished it on top both with and without a trailer. It's designed to be totally versatile and can be fished from the surface down about as deep as you want ...
by Andi
Sat Nov 13, 2010 6:24 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Shibui Yana (FishTrap!)
Replies: 5
Views: 1727

Re: Shibui Yana (FishTrap!)

by Andi
Sat Nov 13, 2010 4:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Shibui Yana (FishTrap!)
Replies: 5
Views: 1727

Shibui Yana (FishTrap!)

Have you seen the new Shibui Yana Swim Jig?
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Here's the Press Release with more information. http://www.thefishingwire.com/story/227048
If anyone has any questions please let us know - we're happy to help!
by Andi
Mon Sep 13, 2010 3:42 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: FORCED to PAY 6-15 times MORE for your weights!??
Replies: 7
Views: 1968

Re: FORCED to PAY 6-15 times MORE for your weights!??

Thank you for bringing this up. In addition to the points already made, the main source for economical tungsten manufacturing is China. A lead ban will not only impact numerous American jobs and families, but even more of our American dollars will go offshore as well.
by Andi
Tue Aug 24, 2010 4:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake fork spoon question(sorry fishing related)
Replies: 21
Views: 3832

Re: Lake fork spoon question(sorry fishing related)

Steve, I believe you have the spoon thing dialed in! Nice fish!
by Andi
Mon Aug 23, 2010 2:59 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake fork spoon question(sorry fishing related)
Replies: 21
Views: 3832

Re: Lake fork spoon question(sorry fishing related)

Scott, your technique is cool - I haven't heard of many using the spoon like that here in Texas. But then we don't have many of the rocky reservoirs like out West. For us, the key is finding schools of bass that are preying on large bait like white bass, small hybrids, gizzard shad or other large ba...
by Andi
Wed Jul 21, 2010 12:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fish Swimming Through The Water
Replies: 0
Views: 469

Fish Swimming Through The Water

That's the meaning of the Japanese word Yuugyo. It also describes the performance of our new Shibui YuugyoTM Swim Jig. It has an inherent natural swimming action even without a trailer, and we've balanced it to perform with many popular trailers including the Optimum Double Diamond, Reaction Innovat...
by Andi
Fri Jul 02, 2010 2:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Chatterbait?
Replies: 13
Views: 2899

Re: Chatterbait?

NoCAL wrote:Andi,
I'm pretty sure it's not possible to modify a patent application but it does look like that.

NoCAL
I didn't think it possible either. I thought once technology was sumbitted that was it.
by Andi
Fri Jul 02, 2010 4:35 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Chatterbait?
Replies: 13
Views: 2899

Re: Chatterbait?

The patent was granted last December, so those who received the cease and desist letters sent out earlier this year have likely sought legal advice and will continue manufacturing as usual. What I find curious is that they applied way back in 2005. I think 5 years is a long time to grant a fairly si...
by Andi
Sun Jun 27, 2010 12:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Coming Soon...
Replies: 0
Views: 535

Coming Soon...

We've been field testing a new Shibui product with the help of California angler Chad Martin and Elite Series Pro Billy McCaghren. Those of you who already know about it will be happy to learn that we've successfully completed a small production test run and should begin having baits available withi...
by Andi
Sun Jun 06, 2010 5:57 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Yamamoto Made in Mexico????
Replies: 56
Views: 7930

Re: Yamamoto Made in Mexico????

Most companies who make plastic baits don't manufacture their own products, with the exception of Zoom. Because of the expense associated with the equipment necessary to mass produce plastic baits they contract with larger manufacturing companies with facilities and labor to handle the jobs. There a...
by Andi
Thu May 27, 2010 4:20 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking for a job in the fishing industry
Replies: 14
Views: 2986

Re: Looking for a job in the fishing industry

Most of us don't get rich in this industry. It's something you do out of passion for the sport rather than money. If you have good connections you may look into distributing product.
by Andi
Tue May 18, 2010 3:13 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: San Diego Surf Fishing
Replies: 17
Views: 4313

Re: San Diego Surf Fishing

This thread is making me miss SoCal! Just out of curiosity, has anyone used the larger flutter spoons in surf?
by Andi
Mon May 17, 2010 2:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: painting tungsten weights
Replies: 2
Views: 1054

Re: painting tungsten weights

Powder coat them.
by Andi
Mon May 17, 2010 2:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Pro Shops shooting
Replies: 8
Views: 2151

Re: Bass Pro Shops shooting

Now I have another reason not to shop at BPS!
by Andi
Fri May 14, 2010 3:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Flutter Spoon Colors
Replies: 2
Views: 650

Re: New Flutter Spoon Colors

Thanks Jason!
by Andi
Thu May 13, 2010 2:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Flutter Spoon Colors
Replies: 2
Views: 650

New Flutter Spoon Colors

Here's a couple new patterns I've put on our Big Dandy Flutter Spoons. Enjoy!

Blue Tilapia
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Big O'Perch
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by Andi
Thu May 13, 2010 2:37 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: My buzzbaits and spinnerbaits are beat to sh*t
Replies: 9
Views: 2286

Re: My buzzbaits and spinnerbaits are beat to sh*t

Not to be contrary to the good advice given, but I wouldn't paint 'em until they stop working. If the fish don't care, you probably shouldn't. And secondly, seeing their condition may remind you that you've had the bait awhile and that you have been stressing the wire (stainless) on all those other...
by Andi
Sat May 01, 2010 3:26 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Feathered Trebles on Jerkbaits
Replies: 5
Views: 1780

Re: Feathered Trebles on Jerkbaits

I think a suspending jerkbait with a short bill and a wiggle action, like a Rogue, definately benefits from the feathers if you're using a jerk or twitch and let it sit for a while retrieve. I believe the feathers act like a parachute and help stop the bait more abruptly so it actually stops and sit...
by Andi
Sat Jan 30, 2010 5:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Reel Speed for Spinnerbaits?
Replies: 5
Views: 5425

Re: Reel Speed for Spinnerbaits?

Discipline is a must when using a fast reel for spinnerbaits. You wouldn't believe how many anglers tell me their spinnerbait won't run deep - what's the problem. Then I find out they're using a high speed 7-something reel. Blades can be downsized to compensate for the lift, however it's at the cost...
by Andi
Sat Jan 30, 2010 5:42 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Classifieds
Replies: 23
Views: 3484

Re: Classifieds

Is this just for boat dealers?
by Andi
Tue Jan 26, 2010 5:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mysterious Crankbait
Replies: 39
Views: 6518

Re: Mysterious Crankbait

Mark, I have no idea. I've never bought or used any. I know quite a few custom painters use them, though. The only one's I've messed around with are some Jackall Aragon SR knockoffs from Predator Baits which seem to work great.
by Andi
Mon Jan 25, 2010 5:06 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mysterious Crankbait
Replies: 39
Views: 6518

Re: Mysterious Crankbait

I don't think it's that old; stick on 3-d eyes are a fairly new addition to mainstream crankbaits. Have you looked at Barlow's and the other places with knock-off bodies? Lots of the blanks are clear and most of them use 3-d eyes.
by Andi
Sun Jan 24, 2010 6:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Take 20% Off Hardball Finesse Jigs This Week
Replies: 0
Views: 353

Take 20% Off Hardball Finesse Jigs This Week

If you like finesse jigs, now's a great time to stock up! We've taken 20% off our Hardball Finesse Jigs starting today through next Sunday the 31st. They come in 5/16 and 7/16oz and are built on a 4/0 flat eye Mustad Ultrapoint light wire hook. And, in addition to the 44 colors listed online, I'm ha...
by Andi
Sun Jan 24, 2010 5:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Billy McCaghren now a part of Team Talon family
Replies: 1
Views: 595

Billy McCaghren now a part of Team Talon family

We're proud to welcome Arkansas Elite Angler Billy McCaghren to our Team Talon family! In addition to a lengthy list of tournament accomplishments, Billy holds the title of 2009 Bassmaster Elite Series Rookie Of The Year and has also earned a spot in the upcoming Bassmasters Classic at lay Lake. Hav...
by Andi
Sun Jan 24, 2010 5:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mysterious Crankbait
Replies: 39
Views: 6518

Re: Mysterious Crankbait

Was the bill squared or round, and were the eyes painted over a 3d bump or stick-on?
by Andi
Sun Jan 24, 2010 5:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Talon Series Rattlin' FlipSkirts Now In 63 Colors!
Replies: 3
Views: 900

Re: Talon Series Rattlin' FlipSkirts Now In 63 Colors!

Thanks for the compliments! Actually, they're a little different that the Paycheck skirts. We've designed a unique center bead to create a clicking sound when it comes in contact with the bullet weight, and added rattles to the package. The rattles can be removed if desired. I'd be happy to make the...
by Andi
Thu Jan 21, 2010 5:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: something new, again
Replies: 23
Views: 3866

Re: something new, again

No, sadly Kalin's doesn't make the Mogambo anymore. When they started getting scarce I bought up every bag I could find, and they're quite unpopular with most anglers so everytime I find unwanted ones laying around I confiscate them pronto! I heard about someone out west hand pouring a similar garga...
by Andi
Tue Jan 19, 2010 6:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: $$REWARD FOR MY TOYOTA TRUCK: UPDATE-TRUCK RECOVERED,THANKS
Replies: 21
Views: 4102

Re: $$REWARD FOR MY TOYOTA TRUCK

Good deal! Hope it's ok. I had my truck stolen out there and they found it about 6 months later - in Watts! I had to go pick it up from a garage with a crabby old guy and two really mean rottwielers chained up to a big tire rim. I discovered it was stripped (no surprise) and didn't run (surprise), s...
by Andi
Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Gore tex guide wear question
Replies: 11
Views: 1823

Re: Gore tex guide wear question

body length: the jacket comes to belt line and the parka covers to about the pants pocket. get the parka, cause when you sit down the jacket style usually rides up leaving your lower back exposed Especially for women - even with the elastic bottom on the jacket loosened, it rides right up our curve...
by Andi
Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: something new, again
Replies: 23
Views: 3866

Re: something new, again

I've never learned to swim a jig. I've messed around with swimming an arkie style head around docks and standing timber, but I've never developed a feel for it. Give me an old Mogambo grub T-rigged with a little 1/4oz bullet weight and I can usually do some major damage swimming that getup.
by Andi
Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:37 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: $$REWARD FOR MY TOYOTA TRUCK: UPDATE-TRUCK RECOVERED,THANKS
Replies: 21
Views: 4102

Re: $$REWARD FOR MY TOYOTA TRUCK

Good luck and I hope you find it - sounds like a great truck. My dad had a totally decked out 2008 Ford F350 4x4 that was stolen the day before Thanksgiving out of Laredo, Texas. It's incredible the number of trucks fitting the same description that are stolen down there. Supposedly they're poular f...
by Andi
Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:29 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: something new, again
Replies: 23
Views: 3866

Re: something new, again

OMG - that's funny! I'm a bank beater at heart and I love pitching a flipping or grass jig into close cover like bush and grass. I let it fall, shake it and move on to the next nook or cranny. I think what does it for me is the challenge of putting the bait where "no bait has gone before",...
by Andi
Sun Jan 17, 2010 8:01 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Brand New Magnum Rattlin' FlipSkirts
Replies: 0
Views: 427

Brand New Magnum Rattlin' FlipSkirts

We've just released our new Talon Series Magnum Rattlin' FlipSkirts, a supersized version of our Rattlin' FlipSkirts made with Living Rubber and silicone accents. The long 4 -5 inch, super full skirt really flares out, and the slightest movement creates extreme action. For those of you who love Texa...
by Andi
Sun Jan 17, 2010 6:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Talon Series Rattlin' FlipSkirt HOW MUCH
Replies: 4
Views: 899

Re: Talon Series Rattlin' FlipSkirt HOW MUCH

Thanks DanO! I should have been more clear on that before.
by Andi
Sat Jan 16, 2010 9:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Talon Series Rattlin' FlipSkirts Now In 63 Colors!
Replies: 3
Views: 900

Talon Series Rattlin' FlipSkirts Now In 63 Colors!

Our color selection of Rattlin' FlipSkirts continues to grow as anglers request custom colors to match their favorite Texas rig plastics. If you're not familiar with them, The Rattlin' FlipSkirts are a super durable rattling, clicking enhancement for Texas rigged baits. The center bead is made of a ...
by Andi
Sat Jan 16, 2010 8:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Talon Lures Welcomes Chad Martin To Our Team Talon Family
Replies: 1
Views: 703

Talon Lures Welcomes Chad Martin To Our Team Talon Family

We'd like to extend a warm welcome to California Pro Chad Martin as he joins our Team Talon family. Many of you likely know Chad and can attest to his professionalism and angling success. We couldn't be more proud that he has joined our family. Please check out Chad's Team Talon profile for more inf...
by Andi
Tue Jan 12, 2010 5:16 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I feel the earth move under my feet
Replies: 8
Views: 1956

Re: I feel the earth move under my feet

As long as the beer bottles are safe!
by Andi
Sat Jan 09, 2010 4:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I feel the earth move under my feet
Replies: 8
Views: 1956

I feel the earth move under my feet

Was just told there was another quake out there today - no details on where. Hope everyone's ok. That's one thing I don't miss about living there. The Sylmar quake in '72 was my first rodeo - lived on N. Fairfax between Sunset and Hollywood, and it wasn't even that bad there! Prayers sent for your s...
by Andi
Sun Jan 03, 2010 1:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lead Law Question?
Replies: 15
Views: 2599

Re: Lead Law Question?

Oldschool, are you sure? I thought RoHS only affected European countries and what they could produce and import. I guess I need to follow up on this issue.
by Andi
Sun Jan 03, 2010 5:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lead Law Question?
Replies: 15
Views: 2599

Re: Lead Law Question?

I'm not aware of any lead based paint sold domestically. There are some art clay dyes that contain lead but they're not used in fishing lures. China is another story, who knows what they're putting on.
by Andi
Fri Jan 01, 2010 12:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Well ? What are Your Resolutions For 2010 ?
Replies: 23
Views: 2897

Re: Well ? What are Your Resolutions For 2010 ?

I want to exhibit at ICAST and Bass Jam.
by Andi
Thu Dec 31, 2009 3:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Brown Eye Shad, Anyone?
Replies: 7
Views: 1557

Re: Brown Eye Shad, Anyone?

I know, I know. But I didn't name it! When they told me the name I thought they were kidding (I'm a little gullible at times). I even got into an argument with my husband and Matsubu over it and told them that can't possibly be the name because that's for, well, you know. Then I googled it and sure ...
by Andi
Wed Dec 30, 2009 2:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Brown Eye Shad, Anyone?
Replies: 7
Views: 1557

Brown Eye Shad, Anyone?

What a wierd name. Does anyone use Brown Eye Shad color out there at all? It's a serious old school color around here in East Texas. I just did this custom One Knocker for a friend who has a stash of traps with the original Brown Eye pattern. Any interest in a Shibui Spinnerbait in this pattern? htt...
by Andi
Thu Dec 17, 2009 2:50 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DISCLOSURE
Replies: 18
Views: 2750

Re: Take two teaspoons of this...

My Mama warned me about people like hippie....
by Andi
Thu Dec 17, 2009 2:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sexy Shad - It's Shibui
Replies: 4
Views: 1499

Sexy Shad - It's Shibui

Here's one of my latest custom Shibui Spinnerbait patterns. The blades look totally enormous in the photo but they're actually #3.5 and #4.5 on a 3/8oz head. The reverse sides of these are bright nickel. For those of you who may not know, I'm into putting custom paint on blades and spoons. And the b...
by Andi
Thu Dec 10, 2009 4:26 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Are Crankbaits Dead?
Replies: 19
Views: 3340

Re: Are Crankbaits Dead?

Ha! Come to Texas and try to take away our DD22's and traps! You'll have to pry them out of our cold, dead hands!
by Andi
Sat Dec 05, 2009 7:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Cooch's Jig Article - Good Stuff!
Replies: 7
Views: 1483

Re: Cooch's Jig Article - Good Stuff!

Thank you, makes perfect sense. I wish I'd have thought of that back in my Lake Of The Ozarks days!