Senkosam Posted April 14, 2004 Report Share Posted April 14, 2004 Since it's a proven fact that the torpedo shape worm (Senko) works as well as more sophisticated designs, I decided to mold 2 3/4"-3" versions. A couple of days ago I got bit by 5 species on the same design, nose hooking and using 30# test braid for the multiple pickere bites. The baits had no salt but cast easily on spinning tackle. Something to consider, especially for youngsters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
u63405 Posted April 14, 2004 Report Share Posted April 14, 2004 very nice! how'd u come up with the design? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siebler_custom_baits Posted April 14, 2004 Report Share Posted April 14, 2004 3' senkos are very popular for breaking fish out here. it is funny to see 20 guys all siting in the middle of a lake waiting for breakers and then one breaks and it is bombed with 20 senkos, all the same usually. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senkosam Posted April 14, 2004 Author Report Share Posted April 14, 2004 CJ, what kind of fish are they catching with 3' Senkos?!! LOL Once I poured 4 1/4" and 5 1/4" Senko copies and caught fish on them better than on any worm style, I figured I'd roll a few in the shape of a joint (like in the old days ). They're different than 3" Stik-Os, being slimmer and do well nose-hooked with a 1/0 wide gap. The worm casts 25 yards, no weight and darts back and forth or glides like a small baitfish. I originally intended them for dropshotting, but once I tested them in the water and saw actions that were similar to 3" Senkos (if ever there was ever such a thing), I knew that the bait would easily catch crappy and smallmouth. It caught 5 prespawn species in less than 15 minutes! Granted, they were on a feeding frenzy but the door is open for a bait that even kids could catch fish on. Next time I'll make them as soft as Craig's (MicroMunch) baits. Sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siebler_custom_baits Posted April 14, 2004 Report Share Posted April 14, 2004 Actually, 3" senkos get some nice bass here in the summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsworms Posted April 14, 2004 Report Share Posted April 14, 2004 Personally, I love a 3 inch salt stick. I believe the smaller the better. I just prefer the action. I'm not a firm believer in Big Baits = Big Fish. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senkosam Posted April 14, 2004 Author Report Share Posted April 14, 2004 I forgot to mention that I wasn't rolling joints, but different shapes made from modeling clay, in case anyone got the wrong idea. I'm not a firm believer in Big Baits = Big Fish. I'm with you on that one Chris! The largest of 8 pickerel was 19" and the largest bass was over 2 lbs. - all on a stick of plastic measuring less than 3"! Sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireball Lures Posted April 14, 2004 Report Share Posted April 14, 2004 The smaller baits also seem to work well for me in the summer time and sometimes catch big fish. Glad to see some alot of new faces around this place, it's been a while since I have been here. I'm just getting back into the swing of things and have some really exciting stuff to share with you guys in the coming months. Nathan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senkosam Posted April 14, 2004 Author Report Share Posted April 14, 2004 Welcome back Nathan. It's my favorite forum because no one I know gets too excited about making their own lures. Sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capecodsmallie Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 Chris, I agree with you 100 percent about the big bait, big bass thing. I throw small baits all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeminoleFan Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 Welcome Back Nathan ! Good to see your coming around again. SeminoleFan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charkins Posted April 17, 2004 Report Share Posted April 17, 2004 Welcome Back Nathan!! Cal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delta Boss Posted May 17, 2004 Report Share Posted May 17, 2004 i have great luck fishing a 3'' nose hooked senko clear silver flake TIP fish it on hot days across the top of the water great results Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
