Fredn

Hi MInnow! AS you have found here there are a lot of options for using and not using 'wire through' your Balsa lures. I've been making this type of Bass Lures since 1972.....(Gray Beard for sure! ) and have a method that has been really succesful for me! My Lures are 'FAT FRED Lures, I don't comercial them any more......making a real paycheck got inthe way! lol.. Here is what I use........ Wire= .035 SS welding wire that is available at almost any welding supply store. TSC etc, It generally comes in 2# rolls. I anneal ( heat to a light orange with a propane torch), the wire so it is plyable and can be shapped. Then I for the loop for the split ring and twist the wire until I get about 1.25-1.5 inch piece. I previously have drilled a 1/8in hole in the bait at the locations where I want the hook loop or pull point to be. Fill the hole with 1500-2000 psi two part epoxy, coat the wire and insert into the epoxy filled hole. Refill as necessary to get a full hole. I have drop tested this combination to 45# impact. ( I'm an industrial engineer by trade.) I know you will probably get a lot of different answers, but this approach has been good to me for a long time with NO failures. Note: am a veery avaid BASS Tournament fisherman here in Texas, and have marketed my lures earlier in about 15 states. Hope this helps! Good Luck!

Hi! We'er looking for information on the Gilmer Texas Bass Club! Club size, general club information etc. Any and all info will be appreciated! Thanks! Fredn