Taylor Haberle

That's an amazing collection- I probably only have 10-12 different gill swim jigs. I'm incredibly jealous. Mind me asking what's the trailer in the third photo used on a few of 'em (namely bottom right)? Is that the Keitech Impact or the Lil Dipper in Sungill? It's a perfect match on the NS New Gill. I'm glad there's a few other nuts with this niche addiction.

Chris, I meant no offense towards Siebert. I love their spinnerbaits and their jigs with the wire finish seem to be the highest quality jigs in the price range. I'm sure he's extremely talented, I was just talking about their stock catalog. I tie my own jigs if I want a really unique color pattern so it's a bit of a nonissue. I realize this thread was discussing football and flipping jigs, but I should have prefaced I buy almost exclusively swim jigs. Especially on the clear lakes I fish, like you said, I become a real stickler on colors because I'm shallow swimming.. I'm a bit of an addict in finding the most realistic gill-patterned swim jigs, but it's really a confidence thing. So I more or less agree with everything you said but I'm coming from a different situation. I'd love to see his work though if it's possible. Regardless, Dirty Jigs is a pretty awesome company.

Dirty Jigs are the bomb. Also a big fan of NorthStar jigs, and Sieberts are nice except not a big fan of their colors. Kind of boring and repetitive.

Out of curiosity, how much do those go for? Pretty neat

Yeah I'm seeing tons of Nitros and Rangers popping up here in western NC, but not much in my price range really. If I was doing a small jon boat build, I think I'd like to stay under 3k but I could go up to 5 on a true bass boat. I'll keep looking, thanks. I would be ecstatic if I could get something operable for that price, but it needs to be small-ish because it needs to be stored at the university in tight quarters. I've got a half ton that would be fine, especially for aluminum. By the way- I looked at the Tuffy Esox and they seem really nice but couldn't find one relatively nearby (500 miles).. Also seem to really hold their resale value so there weren't a lot of used ones in my range. Thanks though

I know my original post was a little confusing, my apologies, but I said it's purpose would be practicing/prefishing for larger sanctioned tournaments (as you need 16+ ft, 40+ HP, console, etc) and also allow me to compete in small club tournaments as a boater. I think my plan will be to build a mini bass rig out of a 12-14 footer.. I'm a little worried about weight though with a 9.9, TM + batteries, livewell, and electronics. Someone mentioned the plastic 12 footer, I think they mean the Sundolphin Pro 120. That seems like a good option, $2000 + outboard and electronics isn't a great value compared to building one out of a Jon Boat but it would be easier.

Hi all, Quick question on something I've been researching for months. I'm a collegiate angler who needs something between a mini plastic bass boat and a full blown glass boat for practicing/prefishing and club/local tournauments. It seems like there's a big hole in the market between eight footers and your entry 16 footers. I'd like/need features like a small outboard, some electronics, and definitely a live well, but I'd like a small enough boat to keep trips easy and fuel efficent. Is there any mystery bullet I'm missing? I saw some fantastic 12-14 footers out of Japan but unfortunately America won't make compact bass boats. My plan currently is buying a 12 or 14 foot Jon Boat or Skiff, decking it, wiriing it, adding pumps and electronics, an outboard, etc. Not ideal so I wanted to see if any community members had an alternative idea.