arul Posted May 26, 2008 Posted May 26, 2008 I have used the original senko, but am interested trying the other brands. How do they stack up to the original? I know there is the difference of cost and durability, with the Yamato not being very durable and a little pricey. However, do the other brands have the same action, sink rate, taste etc.? Also, what are you thoughts on lengths? I use a 4", but am think about upsizing to a 6" for a little bit bigger and more eye catching profile...thoughts on lengths of these stick baits?
CyBasser Posted May 26, 2008 Posted May 26, 2008 I have used the original senko, but am interested trying the other brands. How do they stack up to the original? I know there is the difference of cost and durability, with the Yamato not being very durable and a little pricey. However, do the other brands have the same action, sink rate, taste etc.? Also, what are you thoughts on lengths? I use a 4", but am think about upsizing to a 6" for a little bit bigger and more eye catching profile...thoughts on lengths of these stick baits? Regarding size, it could depend on the fish you are targetting, but also on the prfile of the stick baits I am using... From Yamamoto Senkos I use mostly the 6" version, occasionally moving to the 7" for a really large profile, and very occasionally reverting to 5" for finesse presentations. I can't remember the last time I used 4" ones (although they do have their own niche). From the Tiki brand my favorites are the 5" bamboo sticks. Although one inch shorter, their extra bulk gives them a large profile and they do have a distinctive different action in the water than the senko. I would have also liked to experiment more with ***, but since I do not live in the US, it is a bit harder for me to get hold of them. I do though use Brent's 5" stick and I am quite happy with it, especially regarding its durability! I have also used the Yum Dinger succesfully. The options are endless. My suggestion is to experiment with two or three brands, in different sizes / profiles until you find the ones which work best for your local conditions...
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