Big-O Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 Finally, they're here "Rage Tail's Next Generation". I really appreciate everyone's patience as the official launch was at ICAST this week. They were a tremendous hit. Hope you like them and after viewing the video, please let me know what you think. It's posted on the home page of my Rage Tail website. http://ragetail.com/images/RAGE_TAIL_NEXT_GEN.wmv Big O Quote
Super User Gatorbassman Posted July 20, 2008 Super User Posted July 20, 2008 Big-O, Thanks for the chance to fish those big worms early. They are awesome. I showed them to the other guide and he put one on a hook and made a cast from the dock. It didn't make it back to the dock without getting hammered by a 4lb bass. I was impressed to say the least. Quote
Super User Micro Posted July 20, 2008 Super User Posted July 20, 2008 Yes, thank you. I haven't gotten the chance to fish mine and I'm looking forward to trying out the frogs. But as much as I'm looking forward to the frogs, the space monkey looks like it's going to be an awesome bait for the muck I fish. The others looks great as well. BTW, the new packaging is fantastic. EXACTLY what was needed. Big kudos to whoever came up with that. Quote
mattm Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 I can't wait to see the anaconda :-/. That thing looks awesome. Quote
BassResource.com Administrator Glenn Posted July 20, 2008 BassResource.com Administrator Posted July 20, 2008 I got the privilege of meeting Steve (Big O) at ICAST, and he showed me these awesome new baits. I have to say, I'm very impressed. A LOT of effort went into the design, and it shows. These are real winners! Quote
MARSH MASTER Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 Awesome job on the new products Steve can't wait to get them wet. Hey how was ICAST hope you didn't loose to much money in vegas? Quote
Big-O Posted July 20, 2008 Author Posted July 20, 2008 It was a terrific Show and Glenn and Robert dropped by the first morning and both of them were even SOBER ;D. Really it was great to meet them. I actually brought some of that Vegas money back, the Craps and Black Jack tables were good to me this trip. Big O Quote
Pond Hopper Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 They look like they have great action but the video makes them look awful soft. Quote
HopelesslyAddicted Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 I'm sorry if I missed something but when and where can I get these. Quote
bassnleo Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 While watching the video I found myself laughing out loud. Not quite sure why, maybe because it's now 0315 hrs, I've only had 4 hours sleep and have to leave in 15 minutes and drive about 65 miles for a tournament......... Ok, what I was laughing at........that LIZARD. I've gotta tell you, if that thing dosen't look like something swimming for it's life because a largemouth the size of jaws is chasing it! Poor little guys legs and tail are a flapping like crazy trying to get away LOL! I will definately have to pick up a pack or two for my carolina rigs! Quote
Super User Sam Posted July 20, 2008 Super User Posted July 20, 2008 Big-O, Put on a Rage Tail crawfish at a local pond and it never made it back to me. A beautiful bass hit it on my first cast. The action is fantastic. Can't wait to throw them in an upcoming tournament. Also will be sure to purchase all of the new selections. I have never seen such action on a plastic. These baits are beautiful. Quote
Mattlures Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 When can I get some. I am a big fan of the Rage tails and I would use several of them. When will the colors schemes be ready ? Quote
HOIST-N-HAWGS Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 Okay, Normally I'm a huge sceptic when baits first hit the market and wait to hear what other fisherman who have used the bait a while have to say. But, when the original RT came out I grabbed a few packs of the craws and loved the "THUMP" they put out. However, I was a bit disapointed that after a few fish they kept sliding down the hook and had to breakout the fishing glue to keep-em from slipping yet, something that continues to put fish in the boat is well worth the effort. On a recent outing w/Masshole Mike I watched him toss around the RT Shad and became very intrigued. Bought a few packs and Now I can't put the darn thing down! It's ability to stay ontop and create such a commotion as well as being able to fish them in a wide veriety of retrieves was extremely appealing. I've been all over the internet lately looking for something different to use around pads in addition to open water. At first I was going to say "The Lizard is just the type of lure I was looking for!" But, after watching the video of the next generation RT's they all seem to fit the bill and can't wait for them hit the market! I'll definately be making room in the tackle box for 3 or 4 new baits. Quote
Masshole Mike Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 i just bought two more bags of the RT shad in green pumpkin, headin to the quabbin today to try em out. looks like i'm gonna have to add these new RT products to my next shopping list. big-O, the chimp says "thanks!" ;D Quote
BassResource.com Administrator Glenn Posted July 20, 2008 BassResource.com Administrator Posted July 20, 2008 While watching the video I found myself laughing out loud.Not quite sure why, maybe because it's now 0315 hrs, I've only had 4 hours sleep and have to leave in 15 minutes and drive about 65 miles for a tournament......... Ok, what I was laughing at........that LIZARD. I've gotta tell you, if that thing dosen't look like something swimming for it's life because a largemouth the size of jaws is chasing it! Poor little guys legs and tail are a flapping like crazy trying to get away LOL! I will definately have to pick up a pack or two for my carolina rigs! LOL, Robert and I did the same thing! Steve calls them "Crazy Legs", which is a pretty accurate descriptions. What's cool is the legs keep churning away even when you kill it. Quote
JShrock07 Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 I looked on the ragetail site but I couldn't find anything that said the date the bait will be availible. I would like to try them...hint hint Steve.... How much are they going to run?? I hope not to expensive :-/ Quote
Big-O Posted July 20, 2008 Author Posted July 20, 2008 Don't know what the prices will do because I am not aware of that info as of yet. I'm sure SKLCo is waiting to see what what the raw materials and additional manufacturing cost increases are going to be. From now on, most all of the Rage Tail baits will have new inside packaging (hardshell clams) to maintain the exact shape of the baits so that they are as close to perfect as possible when you put'em on a hook. Also tear tabs on all legs, tails or extremities on any and all designs. Kind of like some of the swimbait packaging but mine are complete snap shut hardshell enclosures for more protection to guarantee the action to be correct on all baits. In manufacturing, each bait will have to be placed by hand, one at a time in a given sequence inside the clam then closed before placing in the bag and sealed. I have put an enormous amount of time in the development of this new system and this has added big expenses in manufacturing but I think it's about time that someone steps it up in the soft plastics market to not only provide high energy and action designs but as importantly, guarantee the action results on every single bait in the package. I'm In. On the Anacondas, the tails will be attached but clams will not be necessary. "Some people design soft plastics to make a living, but I live to design soft plastics", theres a difference you know. I am retired and money is not an object, I just want to be able to give my best effort and be totally happy with whatever I do. Now that's a happy retirement and you guys are a big part of that, thanks. Big O Approximate date to see product on some store shelves and via internet is 10-15-08 Quote
Brian_Reeves Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 I've been helping test the new stuff for quite awhile now and I've tried to put them through the paces. I've fished them from gin clear reservoirs to local ponds to the massive swamplands of Louisiana. These things get fish attention everywhere. I'm still experimenting with rigging and application of each, but there doesn't seem to be anything that these baits can't do. I've fished all of them from top to bottem and I'm impressed. Sorry Roadwarrior, I've tried all of them backwards and they just don't perform as well. ;D Quote
HopelesslyAddicted Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 Sadly, by October bass fishing will not be as good up here. But I still can't wait to throw these anyway. Very innovative action Big-O. Quote
Brian_Reeves Posted July 20, 2008 Posted July 20, 2008 Sick is right. The new Rage baits SCREAM reaction strikes. I actually use the Craws and Space Monkies in a finesse-type role by putting them on a weighted hook. That is my most successful rig this year. As for the Anacondas, using the big ones weightless on top of the slop is something very, very special Quote
Big-O Posted July 20, 2008 Author Posted July 20, 2008 BTW, the Space monkey, Lizard and Lobster on the video footage is all done with a 1/4 oz weight Tx rigged. This was by design to show the minimal weight necessary to achieve such action. The first 2 clips of Anaconda were with 6/0- 3/16 oz keel weighted hook to show swimming action as well as rip and fall sequence. The last clip is 1/4 oz Tx rigged and swimming toward you. Wasn't enough time to showcase the rise and fall action of the Tx rigged Anaconda but believe me, it is awesome action as well, with any weight chosen. Two sizes on the Anaconda, 10" and 7 1/2 ". I gotta go fishin, Big O Quote
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