A Challenge

[rps]

Today I was at Cabelas in Rogers to buy a starting battery. (Insert grumbling noises here)

I am not man enough to leave Cabelas without another purchase or two.

I bought the very last Rapala BX Waking Minnow they had. 3/4 ounce in neon green and orange. A garish and disgusting "perch" color.

Although many might dispute it, I have some standards. I mean, the bait would probably catch fish, but someone might see me throwing it.

I know there are a number of you who paint lures, and I issue a challenge with a reward.

I want the bait repainted. I prefer light colors and Bill Babler swears by Smokey Joe.

How would you paint it and why? What examples can you post?

If I decide you have the best plan, I will send the bait to you for a repaint. When you repaint it and return it, I will post before and after pictures. In addition, I will pay postage and...

I will show you the bass OR walleye spots I have discovered between Big M and Holiday Island with time of year and technique details.

Any takers?

[Kee sims]

Would this be what you consider smokey joe color you'd be looking for?