View Full Version : Bait Scales
jorluivil
03-25-2012, 09:02 PM
How do you keep them from sticking to your rod/reel.
kobra
03-25-2012, 09:33 PM
How do you keep them from sticking to your rod/reel.
Turtle wax ?
ericko
03-25-2012, 11:03 PM
I need to catch fish to have this problem!!!!
Salty Dog
03-26-2012, 06:28 AM
I use Line & Lure line conditioner on my rods and reels. I use it on my fishfinder screen too
Great alternative to petroleum-based stuff. One spray bottle usually lasts a whole year.
The old man at Hogan's Tackle, Dana Point showed me that trick.
mtnbykr2
03-26-2012, 07:23 AM
I need to catch fish to have this problem!!!!
That's all I had saturday was bait scales ...:reel:
blitzburgh
03-26-2012, 07:42 AM
Armorall. Yes, Armorall. After you have freshly rinsed and dried your gear, spray some on a soft cloth and wipe down. It usually lasts me about 3 - 4 trips. I learned this tip from a SD Captain and it has worked for me for decades.
Jimmyz123
03-26-2012, 08:37 AM
How do you keep them from sticking to your rod/reel.
Dude isn't that a badge of honor proving that you were in the mix with bait on hook trying to catch fish?
embrace the scales.
TEAMFISH
03-26-2012, 09:41 AM
That's all I had saturday was bait scales ...:reel:
And one bird, but she fought like hell:)
taggermike
03-26-2012, 10:07 AM
Some car wax on the rod will make the scales not stick or at least make it easier to remove them. If you can don't let your gear stand too long befor you rinse it. If the scales dry on the rod they are a PITA to get off. Mike
Caffeind
03-26-2012, 10:23 AM
How do you keep them from sticking to your rod/reel.
Stay home
kareem korn
03-26-2012, 10:40 AM
Wipe your poles down with wd40 after every couple of trips.
-scallywag-
03-26-2012, 10:52 AM
Stay home
:D....or you could just use artificials?
or, use the countless hrs you spend everyday lurking on here to simply wipe off the offending scales?
and since it doesn't look like you've hooked into any 30lb hali's this month (or other exotics for that matter), we're all glad to see that your 2million posts in 2years goal is still alive and well.
:you_rock:
dorado50
03-26-2012, 01:13 PM
LOL...choke on lunch....LOL. If it wasn't for the bait scales I'd fish more often.:doh:
bigbarrels
03-26-2012, 02:35 PM
try Pam.....just spray it on and then get your rub on.....just don't post your results:eek:
jorluivil
03-26-2012, 02:38 PM
The cork where I have the biggest issue. Its no big deal, was just wondering if there was a simple trick to keeping them off the cork. I'll have to try the WD40 and Armor All trick......I'm sure both are safe on cork.
bus kid
03-26-2012, 02:43 PM
The cork where I have the biggest issue. Its no big deal, was just wondering if there was a simple trick to keeping them off the cork. I'll have to try the WD40 and Armor All trick......I'm sure both are safe on cork.
See post #10
scotch guard is what your looking for.
http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/showthread.php?t=6394
only 601 more post to go and I got ya...
jorluivil
03-26-2012, 02:49 PM
See post #10
scotch guard is what your looking for.
http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/showthread.php?t=6394
only 601 more post to go and I got ya...
Seriously? I have followers? I'm honored:D
fishsouthcounty
03-26-2012, 03:09 PM
make that 602:sifone:
always wondered the same thing. thanks for asking jorge the question jorge....what about reels in general...i think we had a big discussion about how people go about cleaning their reels fairly recently....anyone have it bookmarked?
bus kid
03-26-2012, 03:14 PM
Seriously? I have followers? I'm honored:D
Yes that was me sitting out front of your house every morning just waiting to follow you to the Honey Hole :drool5:
what about reels in general...i think we had a big discussion about how people go about cleaning their reels fairly recently....anyone have it bookmarked?
alantani.com
William Novotny
03-26-2012, 03:32 PM
http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee392/williamnovotny/astroglide-x-large.gifJust massage a little in and, presto! Scales slip right off
bus kid
03-26-2012, 03:35 PM
http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee392/williamnovotny/astroglide-x-large.gifJust massage a little in and, presto! Scales slip right off
Did you get that from HTBO? ;)
William Novotny
03-26-2012, 03:43 PM
http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee392/williamnovotny/astroglide-x-large.gifJust massage a little in and, presto! Scales slip right off
Did you get that from HTBO? ;)
Yeah! He said he had a booth sellin the stuff at Fred Hall but I didnt se him.
mtnbykr2
03-26-2012, 03:47 PM
roflmao:reel:I was waiting for this to take an ugly turn...lol
kobra
03-26-2012, 09:47 PM
LMFAO!!! You guys are too funny.
maui jim
03-27-2012, 05:56 AM
I dont know if George .First its my trucks too big
now how my cars too small.
Now how do i get the icky scales off my rod.
I think you need advise from HUNTING THE BIG ONE .
:eek:
jorluivil
03-27-2012, 07:00 AM
I dont know if George .First its my trucks too big
now how my cars too small.
Now how do i get the icky scales off my rod.
I think you need advise from HUNTING THE BIG ONE .
:eek:
Thanks for the suggestion but I'll work on this on on my own.
Hunter (The 80's Man)
03-27-2012, 07:13 AM
The cork where I have the biggest issue. Its no big deal, was just wondering if there was a simple trick to keeping them off the cork. I'll have to try the WD40 and Armor All trick......I'm sure both are safe on cork.
These guys seem to know how to take care of cork..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScXTP_Jz814
Ewwwwwwww scales gross bait has kudees.
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