Hello everyone.

 

I have been fishing for about three years. Fishing is alright here in NW Indiana, just can't find anything outside of Lake Michigan. I go up to Maryland every summer to fish with my grandfather, and we have a great time. Last year I caught a big 13 inch perch and a couple footlong LMB. Had a great time as usual.

 

I got some new equipment today from Dicks Sporting Goods since I had a gift card.

 

Rapala Husky Jerk x2

Rapala Ultra Light Countdown

Rapala Ultra Light Rattlin'

Rapala Ultra Light Fat Rap

Rapala Ultra Light Floating

 

Hopefully I will be able to go out today before it gets dark, there is a small pond near us that is good for testing  weight and feel of the lures.

 

Also, where can I go to get treble hooks. The Original has red treble hooks and I am not a big fan of those.

 

Thanks

Hello and Welcome to Bass Resource ~

 

Though not familiar with your local tackle shops, if you are interested in making a purchase on line there are quite a few options.

 

Let us know.

 

A-Jay

Thanks for replying A Jay. What size/brand would you recommend?

Thanks for replying A Jay. What size/brand would you recommend?

 

You're welcome.

 

You can find the original hook sizes for the baits you've listed on the Rapala site (see link) http://www.rapala.ca/products/ultra-light-minnow

 

As for a brand, Rapala uses VMC, which are good.   I also like the Mustad KVD Elite line as well as Gamakatsu.   Whether you choose round bend or EWG is a personal preference, they both work well.

But be sure to select a wire size that's close to the original as many of those baits are quite light.  If you "Over hook" you'll risk changing the action of the bait.

 

Good Luck

 

A-Jay

Greetings and Welcome to the forums

Welcome!

Hey, another Hoosier! Also, I don't have a problem with red trebles. But often times replacing stock hooks is a good idea. It definitely helps on lure where the stock hooks are not so sticky!

Welcome to BR.  Enjoy the forums.  Lots of great folks here.

Welcome aboard!

Hello from Northwest Indiana, too! Lots of places for bass around here.

Welcome!

Welcome to the forums!
 

Jeff

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