MassBass Posted November 4, 2005 Report Share Posted November 4, 2005 Whats up dudes. I just found out about this forum today and had to join. I've been interested in making custom plastics for some time and didn't know anyone to help me get my feet wet. I'm from Massachusetts (yeah, its still a state in the Union) and loves me some fishin'. I'm going after some record largemouth, smallies, and stripers. I'm into trying my hand at making realistic swimbaits to immitate herring, white perch, bluegills, other forage fish and other plastics. I'm looking forward to learning what I can from you guys and talking with you all. This forum is killer and can't wait to post again. If you got any tips for a beginner as far as articles, books, and safety measures I wouldn't know about give me a heads up. later...... :grin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigZ Posted November 4, 2005 Report Share Posted November 4, 2005 Glad to see some new blood! I lived in Mass for a year and man was it tough when winter rolled around to Bass Fish. Damn worm kept skippin' off the ice...LOL. I am jealous now though cause you guys have a kick ass pond every 100 yards out there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jm Posted November 4, 2005 Report Share Posted November 4, 2005 Minnesota checking in. Last time I went ice fishing, by the time I got a hole in the ice big enough to cast a bass plug, I was too tired to fish. jm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
millsryno Posted November 4, 2005 Report Share Posted November 4, 2005 Welcome to the board. I'd recommend using the SEARCH feature. You will be amazed at how much information is on this website. It is absolutely amazing. You can learn 99% of what you need to know with SEARCH and if you can't find something, just ask. The people here are awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted November 4, 2005 Report Share Posted November 4, 2005 Hello and welcome to TU. I'm not that far from you. Just across the Bay of Fundy. Glad to help with any questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD Posted November 4, 2005 Report Share Posted November 4, 2005 Hey massbass, JD here. I'm from Western Mass (Southwick). This is a great forum to get started into this addictive hobby with. Feel free to contact me anytime with questions. Everyone here has been very helpful and accomodating with information. Proper ventilation is a must! A mask (for paint fumes) is also recommended. I pour from multiple Lee pots (most others here pour from a microwave). I pour single sided and double sided molds which I make from plaster or Durham's water putty. They are then coated with acetone-thinned 2-part epoxy. I get most of my supplies from Lurecraft or Delw. I pour stick baits, chunks, creature baits, frogs, lizards, sluggo-style baits, and I just started pouring 6-inch grubs for stripers. This is a fun hobby in the winter! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MassBass Posted November 6, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2005 Thanks for the replies everyone. Good to see another fellow from the commonwealth checkin in. Any of you guys make hardbaits also? I'll see you on the post. Later.......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
