Bass attractants... something to invest in?

[Team9nine]

Save your money and “invest” it in something else that will give you a better return on your $$

On 7/13/2019 at 9:46 PM, pondhopperNJ said:

What do you guys think about bass attractants? Something to invest in or stay away from? 

 

[The Maestro]

I'm currently using Bang Garlic spray. About the only thing I can say for sure is that it doesn't seem to hurt. I've caught fish on the first cast after spraying a bait so those fish at least weren't put off by it 

[OCdockskipper]

I have used Fishsticks Lure enhancer for about 5 years now.  I like the applicator (like a large chapstick) and have had good results.  I fish a lot of no feel baits (ned rig, weightless worms & flukes), so there are quite a few bites I never feel.  It is nice to see the line going in a direction it shouldn't be as the bass hangs onto and swims off with the bait.

 

The crayfish model has a distinctive smell, the minnow is a bit milder.

[waymont]

I use Mega strike on all jigs and soft baits. I have had many instances where I cast in the same area without a bite, then reapply Mega strike and get a hit the next cast. It's happened enough times over the years to have faith in it working.

 

Also it's produced really well on TRD ned rigs.  

[pauldconyers]

On 7/13/2019 at 10:20 PM, A-Jay said:

I use Megastrike ~ on everything.

A-Jay

 

If I am not looking for a particular scent is the Original the way to go?

[A-Jay]

11 minutes ago, pauldconyers said:

If I am not looking for a particular scent is the Original the way to go?

I'll say Yes.

It's the only one I use.

It worked so well, I stopped there.

And as mentioned previously, it doesn't really have a scent, per se.

More of an essence . . . 

A-Jay

 

On 7/16/2019 at 12:57 PM, waymont said:

I use Mega strike on all jigs and soft baits. I have had many instances where I cast in the same area without a bite, then reapply Mega strike and get a hit the next cast. It's happened enough times over the years to have faith in it working.

 

Also it's produced really well on TRD ned rigs.  

I have had this happen so many times, it's mind blowing.

Multiples times on video too.

May not be a magic bullet, but it certainly is not reducing my chances any.

YMMV

A-Jay

 

[pauldconyers]

20 minutes ago, A-Jay said:

I'll say Yes.

It's the only one I use.

It worked so well, I stopped there.

And as mentioned previously, it doesn't really have a scent, per se.

More of an essence . . . 

A-Jay

I assume you smear it on soft plastics, jigs and such. Do you also apply it to hard baits like lipless and the like? Could it mess up the paint/finish on it?

[A-Jay]

2 hours ago, pauldconyers said:

I assume you smear it on soft plastics, jigs and such. Do you also apply it to hard baits like lipless and the like? Could it mess up the paint/finish on it?

Everything.

Makes bait slippery.

Helps with hooksets.

A-Jay 

[pauldconyers]

5 minutes ago, A-Jay said:

Everything.

Makes bait slippery.

Helps with hooksets.

A-Jay 

I'll go with your recommendation yet again. Looking forward to ordering the Quantum Tour KVD TKVD706MB you recommended me tomorrow!

[TnRiver46]

I’ve used power bait gel and gulp spray. They both reek !!! My girlfriend has banned the use of gulp spray when she’s around after one windy incident in the canoe.......

[A-Jay]

12 minutes ago, pauldconyers said:

I'll go with your recommendation yet again. Looking forward to ordering the Quantum Tour KVD TKVD706MB you recommended me tomorrow!

Hope it works out for you.

2 hours ago, pauldconyers said:

I assume you smear it on soft plastics, jigs and such. Do you also apply it to hard baits like lipless and the like? Could it mess up the paint/finish on it?

Everything.

Makes bait slippery.

Helps with hooksets.

A-Jay 

[Columbia Craw]

Smelly Jelly and Pro Cure gel in crayfish scent on plastics, especially hula grubs and shakey head worms.

[ChrisD46]

On 7/13/2019 at 9:46 PM, TriStateBassin106 said:

Hey all, recently while fishing around my local lakes the question dawned on me. 

 

"Would I be catching more bass if I bought attractants?"

 

I've seen it all and you guys probably have to. Bass attractants are the next big thing because it gives your lures a more natural taste and scent. But what I'm confused about is it really worth the money just to have a higher chance for a bass to keep a lure in it's mouth a bit longer. What do you guys think about bass attractants? Something to invest or stay away from? 

*Start with BANG Garlic scent (spray)  and on the other end of the spectrum  - try Bobby's Megastrike standard scent (tube) ... Both scents have worked for me - perhaps most importantly I believe they are going to give me an edge which improves my confidence greatly thus I catch more fish ! Scent + improved confidence using a quality scent  is the formula that works best for me .

[MAN]

I have used them and never seen a significant difference.  I have done the minced sardine oil trick mentioned above for soaking chicken hearts for catfish....and have concluded that may be the worlds best turtle bait.  

I just think bass are reactionary feeders and don't go around smell testing first. If it gives anglers more confidence then keep on keeping on with the scents.