Chimakwa Posted July 30, 2005 Report Share Posted July 30, 2005 I tried to find the answer to this question before I asked in the search mode but didn't find my answer so I will ask. For the average fisherman is pouring your own soft plastics cost effective compared to buying them? Being retired I get to fish more than most, but was wondering if this is a cost effective method. I want to do it just cause I like making my own lures and fishing with em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsworms Posted July 30, 2005 Report Share Posted July 30, 2005 It is very cost effective. Your initial purchase for materials is costly. Over time, though.......you should be able to make your own baits for 1/4 to 1/3 of store prices. This is assuming you have the time to pour your own and can make a close replica of those baits you like to fish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
millsryno Posted July 30, 2005 Report Share Posted July 30, 2005 Your initial outlay of cash is high. For example, you can buy a Del-Mart kit for around $100. This gets you started with the basics and lets you pour one style of worm. You can buy a lot of worms at Wal-Mart for $100. However, over time, it is more cost effective to pour your own than purchase them. My honest opinion, I would not get into pouring just for cost savings. If you are potentially looking for a fun hobby or are intrigued about catching fish on worms YOU make, then it would be a wiser choice. There is nothing like landing a nice bass on your own creation. It makes fishing twice as much fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJFishRGuy Posted July 31, 2005 Report Share Posted July 31, 2005 I think a lot depends upon which bait we're talking about. I started by pouring soft stickbaits; I was going through several hundred dollars worth of Senkos and the like in a season (at $0.60 per bait), so the cost to get set up and to make my own paid for itself. I don't think it's cost effective to make your own tubes, for example, though if you want to make baits no one else has or like to experiment with colors, etc., it's great. It's also a bit addictive... I've got an entire backpack full of baits that I've made in the last year and haven't used. Tomorrow I have to sort them out and sell/give some away. No room! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimakwa Posted July 31, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2005 Thanks for the come back guys. Like I said I am retired and so I have lots of time to "play" as it were. I have often wanted to get into pouring my own plastics as some types of worms and grubs are hard to come by here. But I never knew how to begin, I am so glad I found this site. You guys have recipes and all. I am really enjoying reading through your site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charkins Posted August 2, 2005 Report Share Posted August 2, 2005 If you have the time, you definitely need to try it. You can get started with a little plastic, a few colors, and some durham's water putty to make molds of lures you like. That is just to get your feet wet. Then you can get really creative. I want to warn you! This is as addictive as cocaine! The satisfaction of making the baits you catch your fish on is just a plus. Welcome aboard and good luck! Cal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
