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Well, let me tell ya somethin’ about these here rubber lures, or whatever them fancy folks call ’em. I ain’t no expert, mind you, but I’ve seen a thing or two in my days, fishin’ since I was knee-high to a grasshopper.
What are these rubber thingamajigs anyway?
Now, these rubber lures, they ain’t nothin’ fancy. Just some soft, bendy plastic things shaped like worms, frogs, or whatever else them fish like to munch on. They call ’em “soft plastic bait” or “soft lures” too, but I just call ’em rubber fishin’ things. They feel kinda fleshy, like a real worm, but they last a whole lot longer, that’s for sure. You can use ’em in freshwater, saltwater, anywhere them fish be hidin’.
Why folks use ’em, I reckon.
I tell ya, these rubber lures, they work real good when them fish ain’t bitin’ on nothin’ else. Sometimes, them fish, they just ain’t interested in live bait. Maybe they’re full, maybe they’re just bein’ picky. That’s when these rubber things come in handy. You can drag ’em on the bottom slow and steady, or you can wiggle ’em through the weeds. It don’t matter if you’re a greenhorn or a seasoned fisherman, anyone can catch a fish with these rubber lures.
Where do ya use ’em?
Well, you can use ’em just about anywhere, I reckon. But I’ve had the best luck around them mangrove trees, along the shorelines, and near them docks. Them fish like to hang out where there’s cover, you see. And these rubber lures, they work real good in calm water. When the water’s all choppy and rough, it’s harder for the fish to see ’em, I guess.
Different kinds of rubber lures.
Now, there’s all sorts of different rubber lures out there. Some look like worms, some look like frogs, and some look like little fish. They come in all sorts of colors too, red, black, you name it. I even seen some with shiny spinner blades on the tail, to make ’em flash and attract them fish. There’s one kind called “Super Catch Sand Eel Rig Lure” that some folks swear by. And then there’s them “Berkley Pulse Realistic Roach Flash” lures, which look just like a real little fish. I tell ya, they got so many kinds, it’ll make your head spin.
Where to get these rubber thingamajigs.
You can find these rubber lures just about anywhere they sell fishin’ gear. I’ve seen ’em at the big stores and at the little bait shops too. And if you’re lookin’ for a bargain, you can even find ’em on that there eBay, or Amazon if you fancy them internet sales. Sometimes, they have sales and you can get ’em for a steal. And listen here, you can also find “lure molds” if you want to make your own. But I ain’t never tried that myself, sounds like too much work if you ask me.
How to use ‘em, you ask? Well…
It ain’t rocket science, let me tell ya. You just string it onto your hook and cast it out there. Now, how you move it depends on what them fish are in the mood for. Sometimes they like it slow and steady, other times they want it jiggin’ and wigglin’. You just gotta experiment a little and see what works. And don’t forget to set that hook good when you feel a bite! Nothin’ worse than losin’ a good fish ‘cause you weren’t payin’ attention.
My final words on these rubber contraptions.
So, there you have it, my two cents on these rubber lures. They ain’t fancy, but they work. And that’s all that matters, right? Whether you’re a seasoned fisherman or just starting out, these rubber lures are a good thing to have in your tackle box. They’ll catch you fish when nothin’ else will. Now go on and get yourself some and see if you don’t catch a big ‘un!
And remember, always be safe out there on the water. And don’t forget to bring snacks. Fishin’ can make ya hungry!
That’s about all I got to say on rubber lures. Hope it helps ya out some.
Good fishin’ to ya!
Now, I gotta go make some supper. All this talk about fishin’ has got me hungry.
Tags: [Rubber Lures, Soft Plastic Bait, Fishing Lures, Freshwater Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Bass Fishing, Fishing Gear, Lure Molds, Fishing Tips]
