vernon Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 Hey guys, for those of you that remember, I'm the guy that posted a thread back in October about having my tackle bag stolen from my boat while docked at Kimberling Inn. In a nutshell, pretty much everything that I owned relative to Table Rock baits was in that bag. Anyway, after a couple months of back and forth with the insurance company I have now been "made whole" (at least in their minds) and am ready to start a complete rebuild of my tackle bag. While the insurance payment won't cover everything that was lost due to deductible and depreciation, truth is there was plenty of stuff in there that I rarely if ever used anyway. So here I am, ready to start from scratch for the first time since I was probably about ten years old and as bizarre as it might sound, it's kind of intimidating. I basically have a one time shot to do something I've never really done before and that's put together a collection of lures and terminal tackle designed specifically for the four seasons of Table Rock Lake fishing. Obviously, I don't want to waste money on Flying Lures and Banjo Minnows this time around and would really like to get the most bang for my buck. Have a bag that when I open it up doesn't have a "junk" compartment, just tried and true TR producers. Hence, I figured why not consult with the greatest resource on earth when it comes to fishing this great lake and ask for some much needed help. For those of you that give so selflessly of your time, advice and information I am forever appreciative. You make each trip to Table Rock more exciting than it might otherwise have been and even when sitting home in the middle of winter or summer, provide an entertaining source of what's going on day to day. Anyways, if any of you have the time and interest in helping me out I would again be eternally grateful. Just imagine you've got a couple thousand dollars to spend exclusively on Table Rock tackle and share with me if you would what you would have on your list. I probably won't be back down until late March or early April so I'm in no big hurry. Excited, yes but rushed, no. Again, thanks to all of you for all you do to make this the greatest fishing forum there is! "Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups." George Carlin "The only money ever wasted is money never spent." Me.
Members Jozark Posted January 26, 2015 Members Posted January 26, 2015 Hello Vernon, I am not a guide and wish I had more time to get back home to Table Rock. I have fished the Ozark area lakes for a long time and here are my suggestions. I have also suggested brands that have been very productive for me. I am sorry your tackle got stolen, and hope this helps a little. Spring Time: Jerk baits Spro Mcsticks and Megabass Vision 110 (Norman Flake and Pro blue) Spinnerbaits War Eagle Jigs: Nutech Jigs (Bo is on the forum and is a very helpful person). Crankbaits Wiggle Warts Summer Time Crankbaits Norman DD22 Dropshots small worms with purple in them Big Worms 10" Berkley powerbaits Spoons White Football Jigs Purple and brown Fall Time Squarebill crankbaits Stike Kings, Spro , and Jackall are what I throw but there are a lot of good ones out there Spoons white War Eagle and Dixie Jet are good Spinnerbaits War Eagle Mouse is a great color Wiggle warts Winter Time Jerkbaits Spros and Megabass Spoons White or Chrome Rapala Ice jigs Drop shots Alabama Rig I hope this helps, but there are a lot of guys on here that are on the water more and maybe they can help you. Good Luck
Terrierman Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 First in with the Ned. Seriously, do not go fishing without that capability. Ham 1
*T* Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 Jozark, that's quite a list. Might want to include some topwater (Redfin, Spook) and some finesse worms (fish doctors, centipedes) for mojo or carolina rigs. Also consider original shadraps as they catch fish. Keitech swim baits, either on open jig head or weighted weedless rig, are a must. Good luck. Though the process might be intimidating it sounds like fun. Go for best quality you can afford. And best of luck at the lake. "Water is the driving force of all Nature." -Leonardo da Vinci
Terrierman Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 Rattletraps. Don't forget rattletraps. Or flicker shad. Various sizes and colors.
dtrs5kprs Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 First in with the Ned. Seriously, do not go fishing without that capability. Thought I would let someone else go there for a change... T had some excellent additions. Better have some 1/4oz ball heads and 4-5" smoke grubs, shakey heads and finesse worms, green pumpkin 4" tubes. Ham 1
Ham Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 I don't fish the lakes in summer. so my stuff is fall and Spring thru post spawn. Lots of good suggestions; i don't want to repeat anything. My advice would be to not overstock all at once. 3 x Super Spook Jrs, a couple of some kind of poppers like the Academy ones or Yellow Magic, a couple of Lucky Craft KJ's or the fancier versions of those. a few buzz baits. I like the SK mini Pro Buzz and War Eagles Every Saint has a past, every Sinner has a future. On Instagram @hamneedstofish
vernon Posted January 26, 2015 Author Posted January 26, 2015 Wow guys, thanks for the quick responses and great information! Thought that I might add that I did discover Ned last April so I'm down with that. I also fish a lot of jigs and trailers, centipedes, beavers and other smallish type baits. Love spinnerbaits and throw quite a bit of topwater. Mostly Lucky Craft type stuff, Sammy's, Gunfish, etc. Never tried the Fin as it sounds like it takes a lot of effort and time to get it right. Crank baits have been partial again to Lucky Craft, Warts and some Flickr Shads. Feel free to include brand, size and color if not too much to ask. At my age (62) I've been around a little bit but still have nowhere near the knowledge that's available on this board. Just want to get it as right as possible this time around. I agree with Ham in that I don't intend to try and acquire a finished product first time around and realize that I'll have to add some stuff here and there for a while. Have been interested in adding Nutech stuff as I've been impressed with what I've read. Any specific recommendations regarding that would be great as well. Not opposed to entering into the world of a few custom painted baits as I've not gone there in the past either. Terminal tackle suggestions would also be helpful - types of hooks, weights, line ties or swivels for various baits. I know what I've used in the past but that doesn't make em' the best choice. So much good and new stuff out there. Oh yeah, storage options are up in the air as well. Thought that the newer Plano bags looked pretty nice but haven't really researched that yet. Thanks again. You guys are the best of the best! "Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups." George Carlin "The only money ever wasted is money never spent." Me.
Members junk fishin Posted January 26, 2015 Members Posted January 26, 2015 The rapala DT crankbaits are some of my favorites especially the DT6. Shad and craw colors both work well.
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