Alright, let’s talk about them tube baits, you know, the things for catchin’ fish. I ain’t no expert, but I’ve been fishin’ long enough to know a thing or two about what works and what don’t.
First off, them tubes, they look like… well, like little tubes, I guess. Some folks call ‘em Gitzit Tubes, some call ‘em Berkley Gulp! or whatever. I just call ‘em fish catchers. They got all sorts of colors, too. Some are plain, like dirt or rocks, and some are bright and shiny, like them fancy cars the city folks drive. I reckon the color don’t matter too much, long as the fish are bitin’. But then again, sometimes them bright ones work better when the water’s all muddy, and them plain ones work better when the water’s clear. Goes to show, fish are just as picky as folks, sometimes.
Now, you can use these tube baits in all kinds of water. Shallow water, deep water, clear water, muddy water – it don’t matter much. I heard tell some folks use ‘em in water as deep as 50 or even 80 feet! That’s deep, let me tell ya. I ain’t never fished that deep, mostly stick to the shallows where I can see what I’m doin’. But them tubes, they’ll sink right down there, if you let ‘em.
And the best part is, all kinds of fish like ‘em. I’ve caught crappie, bass, and even them striped bass with these things. They say you can catch all sorts of fish with ‘em, depends on where you’re fishin’ and what kind of fish are swimmin’ around.
- Crappie Lures: These little tubes work wonders for crappie. Just jig ‘em a bit, and them crappie come runnin’. I’ve seen folks use them VMSIXVM Tube Baits and they seem to work pretty good. They got different sizes too, so you can pick the one that fits your hook.
- Bass Baits: Big ol’ bass, they like these tubes too. You gotta get a bigger tube, though, and maybe one of them fancy colors to get their attention. I’ve heard tell of folks usin’ them Yum Lures YT4155, but I ain’t never tried ‘em myself. Just use what you got, that’s what I say.
- Striped Bass Lures: Now, them striped bass, they’re a whole different story. They’re big and strong, and you need a good strong line and a good strong hook. And a good strong tube bait, too. Them OROOTL Striped Bass Tube Lures, they look mighty fancy, but I reckon any tube will work if you use it right.
You can fish these tubes in different ways too. You can jig ‘em up and down, you can drag ‘em along the bottom, or you can just let ‘em sit there and wait for a fish to come along. I like to jig ‘em a bit, give ‘em some action, make ‘em look like somethin’ tasty. But sometimes, the fish are lazy, and they just want somethin’ easy to eat, so just lettin’ it sit there works too.
And the price? Well, they ain’t too expensive. I seen ‘em for $9.99, $11.99, even up to $19.99, dependin’ on what kind you get. But they last a good long while, if you don’t lose ‘em to a snag or a big fish. And even if you do, well, that’s just part of fishin’. You can’t catch fish without losin’ a few lures now and then.
So, if you’re lookin’ for a good bait to catch some fish, give them tube baits a try. They’re easy to use, they catch all kinds of fish, and they don’t cost an arm and a leg. Just remember to pick the right color and size for the water you’re fishin’ in and the fish you’re tryin’ to catch. And most importantly, have fun! That’s what fishin’s all about, ain’t it?
Now, I gotta go get my fishin’ pole ready. Heard tell the fish are bitin’ down at the creek, and I ain’t gonna miss out on that. Good luck to ya, and happy fishin’!
Tags: [Tube Baits, Fishing Lures, Crappie Lures, Bass Baits, Striped Bass Lures, Soft Bait, Fishing Tackle, Gitzit Tubes, Berkley Gulp!, VMSIXVM, OROOTL, Yum Lures]
