Lure Experiments

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New Prototype Shrimp Lure Testing [Amazing BIG Trout Bite]

The first trial of a new prototype lure is always an exciting because you never really know how it’s going to perform in the eyes...
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Jerk vs. Shrimp Lure Contest [Post Cold Front Edition]

This new jerk vs. shrimp lure contest performed right after a late Feb cold front reveals insightful results for anyone who is eager to know...
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If It AIN’T Chartreuse… Is It REALLY No Use? (We Tested It)

“If it ain’t chartreuse, then it ain’t no use.” I’ve heard that phrase for years, so instead of debating it, I decided to put it...
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This Rigging Hack Worked Shockingly Well For Cobia & Flounder

While filming a nearshore fishing crash course recently, I stumbled upon a rigging hack that led to an epic cobia bite. We were in a...
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Light vs. Dark Lure Color Experiment For Inshore Slams [Round 1 Results]

Have you ever been uncertain about which color lure to use when targeting redfish, seatrout, and snook? Well that’s our quest with this series of...
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The Most ACCURATE Lure Color Test Ever? (New Penny vs. Terd Ferg!)

For years, anglers have debated whether lure color actually makes a difference or if it’s just a confidence thing. So, I set out to create...
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Prototype Lure Testing From Motorized SUP [Spoon vs. Suspending Plug]

Finally, I had a morning free to get out on the water after dealing with a pair of hurricanes that caused a lot of damage....
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Testing Prototype Wake Bait vs. New Paddletail [Clear Winner]

See a fun prototype wake bait vs. new paddletail test that was done to see which one got the best results... a clear winner was found.
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Redfish Lure Color Experiment [Slam Shady vs. Gold Digger]

This fishing report shows a fun redfish lure color experiment to see if redfish respond to white or black differently.
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When Should You Use The Tweaker Over The 2.0? [Side-By-Side Test]

Over my last few trips, I’ve been conducting side-by-side comparison tests with the 2.0 and the Tweaker. I wanted to know if one lure performed...
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How Paddletail Action Compares Based On Hook Weight

In a recent Insider EXCLUSIVE, I tested how paddletail action compares based on hook weight. Different weights and sizes of hooks can have...
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Rattles VS. No Rattles [When Is ONE Better Than The Other?]

Rattles VS. No Rattles. Is there a specific time you should be using rattles in your soft plastic lures? Or, a time when you...
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White VS. Pink Jerk Shads Lure Experiment: What Triggers More Strikes?

This video features the ULTIMATE lure experiment: White VS. Pink Jerk Shads! We're pinning Slam Shady VS. F.R.E.D. on the Donkey Rig to...
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Topwater Lure Experiment: Rattles VS. No Rattles [What Gets More Bites?]

We're BACK with another Topwater Lure Experiment. Rattles VS. No Rattles...what triggers more strikes? Most topwater lures have...
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Sight Fishing Lure Experiment: What Role Does Lure Color Play?

Welcome back for another sight fishing lure experiment! In this test, I was curious to see the role lure color plays (if any) in catching...
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