Custom Baits - Forum
General => General Discussion => Topic started by: Denny Welch on 08/22/13 14:52 UTC
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At any given time, day or night, we have between
40 - 60 80 - 100 forum members on line. During that same time we have between 200 - 400 300 - 500 "guests" visiting our forum. I'd like to offer an invitation to all of our guests to join and become a member of the forum.
Membership has many benefits:
1. You will have the ability to communicate directly with other forum members about those things in which we share a passion. Instead of being on the outside looking in, you become part of a group that will soon become your friends. You will have the ability to share your thoughts or ask your specific questions.
2. The forum is made up of over 700 members from all over the fishing and bait making world. We have everyone covered from the weekend angler sitting on the bank to the BASS Elite pro, to the outdoor writers and bloggers, to the guy who can't spell gud, from the salt water guys to the high mountain trout fly anglers to the valley lake boat people. Regardless of what we fish for, we all have the passion to catch a fish on something we made.
3. Our video library is extensive and covers everything from safety, to making spinnerbaits, to pouring hot lead and plastics, to how to catch stripers from a kayak. Although the forum is owned by the Do-It Corporation, it contains product reviews...what works and what doesn't...even if it slams Do-It. We are patriotic, we mourn together for our losses and we lift up those in need. Like any other family we bicker on occasion, but we make up quickly and are usually the better for it.
4. For you younger guys, forum membership is essential because it allows you to pick the brains of those who have been there. For us older guys we have the pleasure of sharing a lifetime of knowledge with those just starting out. It just makes you feel good about yourself.
5. Every now and then Do-It offers forum members discounts and other incentives on products.
I could go on about the benefits, but won't. You already get the picture. The only thing missing from the forum is you. It's easy to register, just a couple non-invasive questions and you're in. I look forward to meeting you.
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Very well said Mr. Denny... I do hope some of the guests will accept your invitation. There's really no reason why they shouldn't feel like they can't come on in and join the fray. There's a bunch of cool things going on here and being a member does bring with it a few benefits as well.
Thank you,
Jerry
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I've joined. Not too long ago. I already have made a bunch of friends in here and learned a lot from others in here as well. Plus, Not to mention my Last order I saved $25 because I'm a member of this forum. And lets not forget, the Molds are made from Aluminum and they last forever, When someone gets tired of their mold, they will sell it cheaper than a new one, Great deal. When you get tired of yours, Sell it here. It will sell pretty fast.
So, To All new Newbies and future Newbies... Welcome.... What took you so long?
Shane
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Well I just joined yesterday after finding your site yesterday......amazing info on here learned quite a bit already.....I am just starting out havent bought anything just yet but probably gonna start here this month.....
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Denny. I can't spell gud. !!!!
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Welcome to the forum, Jason. It's good having you here.
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I've enjoyed my short time here and am very thankful that everyone is so helpful!!
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Hallo all
i am from belgium ,my englisch isnt great , but do my best
nice to meet you :P
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Welcome Yves, we're very glad to have you here. I believe that you will find this to be a very helpful and considerate bunch. Please don't be afraid to ask questions., and let me know if I can help you.
Jerry
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Welcome to the forum, Yves. Don't worry about your English skills. Many of the US folks have English skill issues. Being as it is the Christmas season, I won't name names ;D.
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Hey Yves,
Welcome to the forum. It's good having you here. You, I think, are one of the very few members we have from Europe. We've got Australia, Africa, Asia, North America, Canada and Mississippi covered. I'm looking forward to learning more about Belgium.
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Yves, Welcome, We will all be interested in the baits you use and the fishing in Belgium. In return we will help you with any questions you have on making baits. All the do-it molds; lead and plastic making; are top class! Welcome again,
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Great thread, Denny. Thanks for starting it. Welcome to all our new members. Come on in, and make yourselves at home. No need to be shy. You won't find a better group of folks anywhere on the net. It's very much a family atmosphere around here.------Tim.
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Thank you one and all. Been toying with the idea of getting started in soft plastic's, but a few things have gotten in the way. As soon as I can get back on my feet, litterally, I will be placing an order and getting started. I just got through round 1 of a kidney operation to remove a tumor and am having a few complications, but recovery is happening, how ever slow. Rest assured I will be picking your all's mind in the mean time. Already have a pretty good cookbook going from your all's posts their. once again thanks for the welcome....
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Welcome Eep, it's nice having you here. Sorry to hear of the health issues and hope you get better soon. Some of us are getting long in the tooth and complain every now and again. The only one of us that really looks old is Tom.
Stay tuned in when you can and don't be afraid to seek help or ask questions.
Again, welcome.
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Thanks DENNY, I will. It's partially because I'm just over that 50 year mark as to why I'm not mending like the younger set does. Am picking up quite a bit on here already, and am hoping it shortens the learning curve a bit when the hands on time comes. ;D. Right now it's a watch and learn process, and should I come up with questions about something, I wont be bashful about asking. Easier on the pocket book that way....Eep, Aka Eric.
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Welcome Eep! I hope you have a speedy recovery. Oh, I hope you're saving a few bucks while you're on the mend; you're gonna need it. This hobby is addicting.
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Doing what I can to save all I can. April 1 this year my VA disability should start hitting the bank so that's going to help a lot, lol. Till then it's scrimp and scratch....
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Doing what I can to save all I can. April 1 this year my VA disability should start hitting the bank so that's going to help a lot, lol. Till then it's scrimp and scratch....
thank you for your service EEP!
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Well to be honest, I really enjoyed the time I served. 2 tours of Germany, a visit to Washington state, A tour of Greece (northern part above Thessaloniki), A time in Texas ( FT. HOOD ), A tour of Korea, Spent some time in the Army's navy at FT EUSTIS, Virginia. All of which was funded by Uncle Sam. When we went into Kuwait for Desert Shield, my unit was transitioning from the 113 armored personnel carriers to the Bradley Fighting Vehicles, so we were not deployed there. Then when Mr. Clinton got elected and had the big draw down of forces, I was one of the ones who was told my services wasn't needed anymore, here's something for your time. Now that I was awarded disability some 20 years later for service connected problems, they are taking all the funds they gave me for my time served back. Unfortunately, I get nothing till it's all paid off....But fortunately, The VA has taken care of the medical part. Now if this cancer will stay away, 2nd bout (colon, then cancerous tumor on kidney ), and I can get this healing process over, I can get back too fishing. But Everyone, If I had to due it all over again....I would gladly do in a heart beat, and due it PROUDLY. Thank you too all of you who thank those who serve in all branches of service, Past, and Present. ALL GAVE SOME, SOME GAVE ALL, AND SOME ARE STILL GIVING!!!!! Proudly served from 6/22/77 till 4/12/92...
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Again, thanks for your service. Where were you in Germany. I spent a couple years in Nurnberg in the late 60's.
I've been married to an oncology nurse for 42 years. Neither colon, nor renal cancer is good. Keep up the good spirits and do what you're told. A good positive mental attitude is important. I'll even say some prayers for you.
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Thanks Denny. Prayers are always welcome. Let's see, Germany 1st time was Gorpengen, ( pronounced Gurpingen, between Stuttgart and Munich, '77-81, then Mannheim from '89-92.
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The old ball and chain was born in Germany. Her dad retired W4 here at Ft Polk
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Yep, I know of a bunch of guys that did the same. Some stayed there in country when they got out and unfortunately I've lost contact with them. Almost did the same, marrying one that is. Just couldn't stay there the rest of my life though, as she wanted. Came back here and wound up divorced 3 times. Hopefully this Cajun woman I've got now is the last. The fraze, " It's cheaper to keep them" is no joke.... But sanity is more important to me than that. Just my .02.
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At any given time, day or night, we have between 40 - 60 forum members on line. During that same time we have between 200 - 400 hundred "guests" visiting our forum. I'd like to offer an invitation to all of our guests to join and become a member of the forum.
Membership has many benefits:
1. You will have the ability to communicate directly with other forum members about those things in which we share a passion. Instead of being on the outside looking in, you become part of a group that will soon become your friends. You will have the ability to share your thoughts or ask your specific questions.
2. The forum is made up of over 700 members from all over the fishing and bait making world. We have everyone covered from the weekend angler sitting on the bank to the BASS Elite pro, to the outdoor writers and bloggers, to the guy who can't spell gud, from the salt water guys to the high mountain trout fly anglers to the valley lake boat people. Regardless of what we fish for, we all have the passion to catch a fish on something we made.
3. Our video library is extensive and covers everything from safety, to making spinnerbaits, to pouring hot lead and plastics, to how to catch stripers from a kayak. Although the forum is owned by the Do-It Corporation, it contains product reviews...what works and what doesn't...even if it slams Do-It. We are patriotic, we mourn together for our losses and we lift up those in need. Like any other family we bicker on occasion, but we make up quickly and are usually the better for it.
4. For you younger guys, forum membership is essential because it allows you to pick the brains of those who have been there. For us older guys we have the pleasure of sharing a lifetime of knowledge with those just starting out. It just makes you feel good about yourself.
5. Every now and then Do-It offers forum members discounts and other incentives on products.
I could go on about the benefits, but won't. You already get the picture. The only thing missing from the forum is you. It's easy to register, just a couple non-invasive questions and you're in. I look forward to meeting you.
Okay I'm in & Thanks for the invite now being a oldfart I don't get along with this confusers like the younger crowd does
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I am a new member of this site as of just a few days ago. It is very encouraging to be a part of a group of people that welcome total strangers as if they were family. The fishing sport is made up of a whole world of people from all different backgrounds rich, poor, young, old, rookies or seasoned pros. The incredible talent that is displayed on this website is second to none. The fact that there is no "selfish secret keepers" on these forums is also very inviting to a new member. I have been browsing every free minute I have and I am honestly overwhelmed with the talent of so many people and the helpful tips and ideas that I have found here in my recent searches. I don't know any members by "name" yet but I feel very confident that I will become friends with many. Its very cool to have a place to chat with hopelessly addicted anglers and bait makers. I am new to building baits as well and I hope to post some pics of some stuff I have built recently and welcome any feedback (good or bad)!! Thanks to all of you who make this website what it is and I look forward to seeing a long cold winter full of pics and forums to help us all make the sport we love better. Happy Building
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Welcome to the forum!
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Heck yes, welcome!
Secrets? Ain't many of those here except where Mo's wife hid his clean underwear. Don't worry about names too much because we all answer to about anything anymore. Denny actually forgot his name so we call him Denny.
By the way, welcome to the madhouse here at Do-It Forums.! Its great to have a fellow tackle specialist join in!
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Welcome...and feel free to ask questions...that's what we are all here for! Many of us have been here for quite awhile and if you ask a question that has been asked before....there's a 50% chance we will remember and help find the previous posts! Plus...sometimes we learn new things ...and the "answer" has changed!- Andy
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Welcome aboard LipR. It's good having you here. There is one bit of advice that most of us have learned over time. I'm offering it to you as a welcome gift. Get a sturdy pair of scissors and cut out the bottom ½ inch of your wallet. That allows whatever you put in it to immediately fall out into the coffers of Do-It. You'll find that you now have more time to make all those baits that will save you money..
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Welcome aboard Andy, glad your here and looking forward to having ya aroiund. Make yourself at home bro' ;)
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Hi all. My name is Robert. I joined the forum on Monday, but I've been browsing you all's site for quite some time. I'm sorry for not introducing myself earlier; I'm still in the research phase and I wanted to wait until I had something to contribute to the forum/community.
I am brand new to the world of making your own lures, so I will post a lot of dumb, repetitive questions until I get the hang of things. So please be patient with me. I am working on making some of my own molds out of POP (Plaster of Paris as I'm sure you all know), so hopefully I will have something to share with you all soon. I eventually want to graduate into making my own silicone molds; the POP is cheap and a good way for me to work on my technique.
I hope to be placing my first plastics order soon. I've been eyeballing one of the "all in one" kits from Bears Baits. I fish with a lot of june bug and green pumpkin colors. So if you guys want to share any recipes, that'd be super freakin' fantastic.
Based on what I've seen on the forum, it looks like you guys have it all figured out and I look forward to talking with you and learning from you.
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Welcome aboard Robert. Lots of help here....lots of fun too. Ask away whenever you're ready.
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Robert don't worry all my questions are dumb and my post are off topic and they still let me hang out here. Great crew here then there's Tom, Denny and Lamar but you will learn to just :D and nod they are old, feeble, smell funny and hug that extra second to make things creepy but mean well. Do-it has great started kits as well. What kind of molds are you looking for? I know a lot of folks have molds with dust on em that might make you a heck of a deal.
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Welcome, Robert. Mo's spot on re Tom and Lamar. In fact ,you can probably add Andy, Mike, the other Tom (the good looking one), Gary, Ryan, Ben and a couple others to his list. Take me off the list though because, unlike the others, I'm still virile sometimes. I'd like to expound on that a little more, but the sun's going down which means bedtime.
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Welcome to the forum .glade to have yeah!
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Hi Robert. Welcome. Im new here as well and i have had fun with a great bunch of guys trading knowledge and goofing around. If you have any bass questions be sure to ask mo and for sure lamar is the king of the crappies!! Lol. Cheers.
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Thanks for the welcome guys. I chuckled as read your responses. Sounds like you are all a tight knit group, and I like that. And hello to all of the other new guys as well.
And MO QWACK to answer your question: I don't really know what I'm looking for yet. I just know that this respective hobby looks like fun, and I want to experiment with it. I will probably start small: maybe some ribbon tail worms, or some craws. It'll be a little while before I branch out into making my own spinner baits and what not. I would really like to find a nice tube mold. Bears has one, but it looks like it's the mold is just for the tails and not the whole bait. Am I missing something? (Remember...I'm new)
Thanks again for the welcome everyone!
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If you are looking for tube molds....100% go with the Do-it molds! No tail splitting...which is a royal pain in the *&&^^%%
Even with just one mold you can crank out a years worth of tubes in no time...and they will be perfect!
Welcome aboard....and as a warning: "I will probably start small"... :P.we all said that at one time....NOT going to stay that way for very long!
Andy
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Take me off the list though because, unlike the others, I'm still virile sometimes. I'd like to expound on that a little more, but the sun's going down which means bedtime.
Bedtime....and time for the purple pill duo. Nexium because Denny gives himself heart burn and Viagra because Denny's idea of virility is pill induced. Denny isn't such a bad guy most of the time but he is a lawyer by trade so keep that in mind when you start taking what he says seriously. Heck, he can't even take himself seriously.
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1) Welcome to the forum !
2) How the heck did I get brought into all of this ?
3) More then once ????
4) I'm with the A Man ( this time only ) on Do-Its tube mold. It's an awesome mold that makes a really nice tube bait.
5) John WTH ? Crappie are mud suckers as far as I see it.
6) If your going to start out in this hobby. 1st. Kiss your wife goodbye. 2ent. Buy good stuff the first time. Do-its molds are good molds. Remember you can always order a sample pack to see the baits they make. Do-its not hiding anything, they will show you their baits right up front. And their 2X colorant uses so little colorant to make a color it's like buying three bottles of someone else's. Plus the new ES plastic is second to none. I learned the hard way, stick with Do-it.
7) When you get to Tom's age always remember to empty the pan before you bring it to bed.
8) Mo, he just can't help himself.
9) Denny he's a lawyer and it's just called Karma.
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I guess Lamar reaches his limit at 9.....
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Ha ha.
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10) Don't come here looking for love. Go to the Zoo at least those monkeys will smile at you.
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Yes the do it tube molds are great. And as Lamar said buy the good stuff first.
Before you know it. It becomes a way of life. An and you will fish nothing but your stuff or stuff from others like me! Not Mo. His stuff is kinda lower level. ????
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Are you gonna take that Mo??? Lol.
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Just remember when going out and buying a product that is cheeper is like going to a Chinese Pet Store: "Buy one dog, get one flea."
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Justin....apparently.... so are his fishin' buddies! :-*
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Easy now lamar you don't want to offend our . wonderful global trading partners.
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While I have Denny on my mind I thought I would give a bump to this post. I may have never joined this forum if I hadn't read this, so thank you Denny!
At any given time, day or night, we have between 40 - 60 80 - 100 forum members on line. During that same time we have between 200 - 400 300 - 500 "guests" visiting our forum. I'd like to offer an invitation to all of our guests to join and become a member of the forum.
Membership has many benefits:
1. You will have the ability to communicate directly with other forum members about those things in which we share a passion. Instead of being on the outside looking in, you become part of a group that will soon become your friends. You will have the ability to share your thoughts or ask your specific questions.
2. The forum is made up of over 700 members from all over the fishing and bait making world. We have everyone covered from the weekend angler sitting on the bank to the BASS Elite pro, to the outdoor writers and bloggers, to the guy who can't spell gud, from the salt water guys to the high mountain trout fly anglers to the valley lake boat people. Regardless of what we fish for, we all have the passion to catch a fish on something we made.
3. Our video library is extensive and covers everything from safety, to making spinnerbaits, to pouring hot lead and plastics, to how to catch stripers from a kayak. Although the forum is owned by the Do-It Corporation, it contains product reviews...what works and what doesn't...even if it slams Do-It. We are patriotic, we mourn together for our losses and we lift up those in need. Like any other family we bicker on occasion, but we make up quickly and are usually the better for it.
4. For you younger guys, forum membership is essential because it allows you to pick the brains of those who have been there. For us older guys we have the pleasure of sharing a lifetime of knowledge with those just starting out. It just makes you feel good about yourself.
5. Every now and then Do-It offers forum members discounts and other incentives on products.
I could go on about the benefits, but won't. You already get the picture. The only thing missing from the forum is you. It's easy to register, just a couple non-invasive questions and you're in. I look forward to meeting you.
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At any given time, day or night, we have between 40 - 60 80 - 100 forum members on line. During that same time we have between 200 - 400 300 - 500 "guests" visiting our forum. I'd like to offer an invitation to all of our guests to join and become a member of the forum.
Membership has many benefits:
1. You will have the ability to communicate directly with other forum members about those things in which we share a passion. Instead of being on the outside looking in, you become part of a group that will soon become your friends. You will have the ability to share your thoughts or ask your specific questions.
2. The forum is made up of over 700 members from all over the fishing and bait making world. We have everyone covered from the weekend angler sitting on the bank to the BASS Elite pro, to the outdoor writers and bloggers, to the guy who can't spell gud, from the salt water guys to the high mountain trout fly anglers to the valley lake boat people. Regardless of what we fish for, we all have the passion to catch a fish on something we made.
3. Our video library is extensive and covers everything from safety, to making spinnerbaits, to pouring hot lead and plastics, to how to catch stripers from a kayak. Although the forum is owned by the Do-It Corporation, it contains product reviews...what works and what doesn't...even if it slams Do-It. We are patriotic, we mourn together for our losses and we lift up those in need. Like any other family we bicker on occasion, but we make up quickly and are usually the better for it.
4. For you younger guys, forum membership is essential because it allows you to pick the brains of those who have been there. For us older guys we have the pleasure of sharing a lifetime of knowledge with those just starting out. It just makes you feel good about yourself.
5. Every now and then Do-It offers forum members discounts and other incentives on products.
I could go on about the benefits, but won't. You already get the picture. The only thing missing from the forum is you. It's easy to register, just a couple non-invasive questions and you're in. I look forward to meeting you.
I'm certainly not a younger guy but I am new to making soft plastic baits. :)
I have already learned a lot by reading these forums and I look forward to learning more.
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Welcome to custombaits.com Lenny. Hope you enjoy reading. There is certainly a lot of information here. Good luck with your plastics!
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Just joined up. Looking forward to it. I have around 20 molds and love to fish from my yak and boat.
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Welcome to the family.
Just joined up. Looking forward to it. I have around 20 molds and love to fish from my yak and boat.
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Welcome aboard!
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Thanks for the invitation I’m a member as of this morning, I’m not new to lure making but I am new to soft plastics hopefully I’ll get the help I need from the older guys
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Thanks for the invitation I’m a member as of this morning, I’m not new to lure making but I am new to soft plastics hopefully I’ll get the help I need from the older guys
That was my story in 2012... now plastics account for the overwhelming majority of my crafting (because of the diversity of lures and methods available)... welcome to the forum!
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Just joined a couple weeks ago and diggin' it...
Great place for a collaboration of bait making minds.
Everyday you can learn something new...
Yeah man..It's groovy ;D
Wu Forever
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At any given time, day or night, we have between 40 - 60 80 - 100 forum members on line. During that same time we have between 200 - 400 300 - 500 "guests" visiting our forum. I'd like to offer an invitation to all of our guests to join and become a member of the forum.
Membership has many benefits:
1. You will have the ability to communicate directly with other forum members about those things in which we share a passion. Instead of being on the outside looking in, you become part of a group that will soon become your friends. You will have the ability to share your thoughts or ask your specific questions.
2. The forum is made up of over 700 members from all over the fishing and bait making world. We have everyone covered from the weekend angler sitting on the bank to the BASS Elite pro, to the outdoor writers and bloggers, to the guy who can't spell gud, from the salt water guys to the high mountain trout fly anglers to the valley lake boat people. Regardless of what we fish for, we all have the passion to catch a fish on something we made.
3. Our video library is extensive and covers everything from safety, to making spinnerbaits, to pouring hot lead and plastics, to how to catch stripers from a kayak. Although the forum is owned by the Do-It Corporation, it contains product reviews...what works and what doesn't...even if it slams Do-It. We are patriotic, we mourn together for our losses and we lift up those in need. Like any other family we bicker on occasion, but we make up quickly and are usually the better for it.
4. For you younger guys, forum membership is essential because it allows you to pick the brains of those who have been there. For us older guys we have the pleasure of sharing a lifetime of knowledge with those just starting out. It just makes you feel good about yourself.
5. Every now and then Do-It offers forum members discounts and other incentives on products.
I could go on about the benefits, but won't. You already get the picture. The only thing missing from the forum is you. It's easy to register, just a couple non-invasive questions and you're in. I look forward to meeting you.
Bump ;)
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Just joined,, I will be snooping around ! ;)
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Just joined,, I will be snooping around ! ;)
Welcome, Bass Boys...
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Just joined already a "user"...Live in the Phiily area...fish the NY, NJ, DE beaches. Hope to see some molds come for sale! Hope to learn alot here....What i need is a good pair of skin type heat gloves, any suggestions? tired getting burned
well i am retired disabled american vet. with a prostetic. this bait gig is a blessing for me to have this business...i sell at flea mkts and fishing flea mkts.
Hopr to talk to you guys soon. imust be retarted i cant get the letter thing....help!
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Welcome aboard Big Ugly .
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Welcome Aboard
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Welcome to custombaits.com Big Ugly!
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Just joined already a "user"...Live in the Phiily area...fish the NY, NJ, DE beaches. Hope to see some molds come for sale! Hope to learn alot here....What i need is a good pair of skin type heat gloves, any suggestions? tired getting burned
well i am retired disabled american vet. with a prostetic. this bait gig is a blessing for me to have this business...i sell at flea mkts and fishing flea mkts.
Hopr to talk to you guys soon. imust be retarted i cant get the letter thing....help!
Thanks for your service brother and welcome to the forum !