Think it's a fairly good idea, but the hook point insertion will definitely cause the foam to deteriorate quickly. I like the silicone tubing idea a lot more. Works good on bare and ball weight hooks, but hard to tie in neatly on lead bodied hooks.
Fantastic hack. I, too, have more than a lifetime supply of that material from Hobby Lobby. It is remarkable stuff and so much of it. I tend to use barbless hooks primarily which complicates the securing of the hook in the foam. If I come up with something that works, I’ll let you know.
I wonder if you smeared a thin layer of clear silicon on them, it would make them more durable? Probably other fishing hacks for that material too. Great idea. Thanks 👍🏼
Have you try reusing torn plastic baits as weed guards but cutting them into the shape you want? Maybe make a mold with wood and pouring the melted plastic if you really want to get fancy.
If you cut a long 1/2" strip then just cut at an angle from the corner then cut across you get 2 long triangles with no waste. I bought some 2mm EVA but I'm going to use them as trailers by cutting different shaped tails into the ends so they flutter in the water under a popping cork.
I bet you could add a dot of super glue where the hook contacts the foam to make it last a little longer. You could also add scent to the foam for more attraction.
lol! Hopefully, this week. March is a tough time inshore here. We are back out mostly doing recon to see what changed over the winter. But, you never know!
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Oh heck yeah, I'll definitely be trying this one out For Sure!
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Think it's a fairly good idea, but the hook point insertion will definitely cause the foam to deteriorate quickly. I like the silicone tubing idea a lot more. Works good on bare and ball weight hooks, but hard to tie in neatly on lead bodied hooks.
Good point!
That is a pretty cool idea
I use 40lb. Fishing line , just my though. Happy fishing👍
Answered my questions!!!!!
Fantastic hack. I, too, have more than a lifetime supply of that material from Hobby Lobby. It is remarkable stuff and so much of it. I tend to use barbless hooks primarily which complicates the securing of the hook in the foam. If I come up with something that works, I’ll let you know.
More hacks! Good!
I will definitely try it and let you know the results!
Thanks again
Please do!
Great Idea!
That's a Great tip!!
Glad it was helpful!
thanks again for another great tip. question, do you find this hack effects the bait presentation and bite rate?
I do not think it has much impact. But you make a good point. I need to try this in a pool where I can see what happens better.
I wonder if you smeared a thin layer of clear silicon on them, it would make them more durable? Probably other fishing hacks for that material too. Great idea. Thanks 👍🏼
That's a good idea!
Good one, steve.
Have you try reusing torn plastic baits as weed guards but cutting them into the shape you want? Maybe make a mold with wood and pouring the melted plastic if you really want to get fancy.
I have made trailers out of used gulp - your idea is a good one! Thanks!
Imagine if you used some old Z--man plastics. It might help the hooks stay up so you can better cross-eye hooksets. :)
I received my material this morning. I’ll be fishing with it soon. It does appear seedless … I’m anxious to see if the fish will be caught.
If you cut a long 1/2" strip then just cut at an angle from the corner then cut across you get 2 long triangles with no waste.
I bought some 2mm EVA but I'm going to use them as trailers by cutting different shaped tails into the ends so they flutter in the water under a popping cork.
Great ideas! Thanks
Yeah, like a chatter jig
Nice
I bet you could add a dot of super glue where the hook contacts the foam to make it last a little longer. You could also add scent to the foam for more attraction.
Great idea! Thanks
If you laminated two layers it would make it a lot tougher? Maybe cut it thinner to avoid buoyancy?
I also bought 3mm thick EVA foam and it is just too thick to work well.
Any luck trying it with fish? looks like a nice idea
lol! Hopefully, this week. March is a tough time inshore here. We are back out mostly doing recon to see what changed over the winter. But, you never know!
I got a good laugh out of that one!
Try sliding the EVA passed the eye and see if it makes the eye weedless too...Ya think?
Easy to work that on a hook. Great idea!
Does this affect the buoyancy of the lure?
Since I am not using top water or mid column, I have have not been able to check that
Nice! I think if you could make a die cutter you could make those by the thousands.