It’s great to see someone consistently putting out innovative quality products. So many other manufactures would have ignored some of the issues people were having with the citizens but instead you fixed them and revamped what was probably already the greatest soft bait ever.
So relieved the new Citizen is finally in production. I agree baits can always be improved. Maybe in the next Citizen upgrade, could you possibly add a hook slot at the top of the bait to aid in centering the exit for the hook point as well as help conceal the point shank of the hook. Love and appreciate what you are doing Mike. Citzen is one of my all time favorites and my current PB producer twice over!
Im def glad u put the harness on the citizen that was one thing that really kept me from buying them like that. Even tho soft swimbaits I struggle with the most to get bites on for some reason. I'll def be getting a few of these to see how they compare.
You can fish it a little faster without blowing it out if you bury your rod tip in the water Paul Elias kneel and reel style. dont gotta kneel but if you get the tip down you can fish it a bit faster.
super exciting Mike! I can not wait to get my hands on these new ones! I appreciate and respect that you do not just put out a product and leave it as is. You are always making changes to ensure you can make the best possible product that you can put out. What do you think the microwave does different from other heating ways like those presto pots to heat up plastisol? I know microwaves vibrate and shake the water molecules in food or plastisol to heat them up.
hey you! the microwave heats the entire amount up pretty much at the same time, consistently throughout while also being accurate and efficient, instead of just at the bottom with conduction heating and waiting for temp. As you stated, the microwave isn't a heat source, but it heats the plastisol up almost like a radiant heating process, but not really. The difference is that it uses the "radiation" heating process, not being limited to contact or surfaces. (but you probably already knew that and are just trying to inspire more engagement for the algo.) I have a question for you though. I remember when you showed us the "Nessie" on your live, a several weeks before Ike revealed it for Berkley. It was the first time I heard about it, and I was super impressed to see that you were so prolific that someone sent it to you, when considering how secretive they were about the Cull Shad (before their quality control "fail" for the Cull Shad). I remember you talked about it looking exactly like the "flag" but being less fluid in action. But mostly, you criticized Berkley for being so flagrant regarding the duplication of GDW's look and shape of the "Flag", down to the exact positioning of the horizontal stabilizing fins. MY QUESTION: Did anyone reach out to you about your original comments and opinions regarding Berkley and the "Nessie", in a way that changed your opinion of the "Nessie" or changed the way you addressed the issue of it being another duplicated design by Berkley? You used to participate in Tyler's live, pretty consistently about the same time. I think i know why you stopped (if you still have). He wasn't being fair or very professional. But within the same two weeks of the Nessie's debut, I noticed an abrupt change in his attitude towards BKK, only after being invited to DEBO'S live. I also noticed a change in yours too, towards Berkley and the ramifications of the "Nessie" to the lure industry, which you are a part of. I don't know if you were invited on DEBO's live, also, I'm sorry I missed it if you were. If promises were made to you, make sure you follow up on those promises. Don't wait too long to do so. It's how business is done. Loyalty doesn't exist where it didn't before. Not from those that portray themselves as doing you the favor, especially those that are purely motivated by business and familiarity with a market, and not motivated by the craft or the art form of that industry. I'm just a ghost. You know that. You don't have to reply to ghosts. Nor do I consider myself doing any person a favor by asking or giving unsolicited advice. Best wishes and tight lines!
I commend you for caring about the American worker. Any chance I get I buy made in USA. Even if it’s costly. As a proud American labor Union tradesman it’s important to me as well. Thanks Mike.
Pumped these guys are coming back. Made it through the ceased production with what i had stock piled. The 3 biggest fish I've ever caught have all been this year on the misfit citizen 6. Confidence bait for sure
I started wearing watches a few years back because I hate messing with my phone. Just easier and more peace of mind with the watch. Wish I could find a Made in the U.S.A watch that fit my style and within my budget.
Thanks for the video. Although didn't get that hypocritical part about being made in America, it's my soul, other countries with lower standards, etc., and then using Chinese Tatula or wearing a hoodie made in Bangladesh.
Thank you Mike truly for your Love of your products and for making them in America ❤❤
It’s great to see someone consistently putting out innovative quality products. So many other manufactures would have ignored some of the issues people were having with the citizens but instead you fixed them and revamped what was probably already the greatest soft bait ever.
Love the Citizen, it’s been wrecking shop down here in TX for a while. WCZ for life.
Ready for tomorrow Mike. Appreciate you bringing these back to life
I was watching Geoff’s new video and I mentioned how awesome it would be to see a new video from you and like an hour later…. Here we are.
So relieved the new Citizen is finally in production. I agree baits can always be improved. Maybe in the next Citizen upgrade, could you possibly add a hook slot at the top of the bait to aid in centering the exit for the hook point as well as help conceal the point shank of the hook. Love and appreciate what you are doing Mike. Citzen is one of my all time favorites and my current PB producer twice over!
Thanks for keeping them American made in the factory Mike.💪
Nice. So hyped they are coming back.
100% on keeping it in the US. 👊
Cant wait. Was able to grab a couple misfits before they all sold out. Will be up and ready for this drop!
Appreciate the breakdown! Finally was able to score on the 6”. Currently deployed, but can’t wait to try them out in spring! 🤙🏽
So sick. The harnesses are so nice
Stoked!! Hope I can get my hands on a few when they drop
Caught my biggest fish on the 7 you truly made dreams come true for me 🙏🏻
These are the things we like to hear about!
what color and where are you (approximate location)? conditions?
Cool to see a favorite coming back around in a new and improved variation. Just as we've come to expect from you, Gilbert.
What rods are you using now?
Glad to see the Citizen back from the dead! The continuous improvements that make these great baits even better are much appreciated 🫡
I just want one period cant ever get any. Its on my bucklist to get some
Love all your products , why do you offer different hooks other than what the bait was designed around ?
Skinner is a love hate relationship lol. Good to meet you out there and stoked to throw these new citizens. Keep up the good work man!
Im def glad u put the harness on the citizen that was one thing that really kept me from buying them like that. Even tho soft swimbaits I struggle with the most to get bites on for some reason. I'll def be getting a few of these to see how they compare.
You can fish it a little faster without blowing it out if you bury your rod tip in the water Paul Elias kneel and reel style. dont gotta kneel but if you get the tip down you can fish it a bit faster.
Have you ever thought of doing a gill and perch color? For the pond guys gills are hot and for the guys up north perch is the color.
super exciting Mike! I can not wait to get my hands on these new ones! I appreciate and respect that you do not just put out a product and leave it as is. You are always making changes to ensure you can make the best possible product that you can put out. What do you think the microwave does different from other heating ways like those presto pots to heat up plastisol? I know microwaves vibrate and shake the water molecules in food or plastisol to heat them up.
hey you! the microwave heats the entire amount up pretty much at the same time, consistently throughout while also being accurate and efficient, instead of just at the bottom with conduction heating and waiting for temp. As you stated, the microwave isn't a heat source, but it heats the plastisol up almost like a radiant heating process, but not really. The difference is that it uses the "radiation" heating process, not being limited to contact or surfaces.
(but you probably already knew that and are just trying to inspire more engagement for the algo.)
I have a question for you though. I remember when you showed us the "Nessie" on your live, a several weeks before Ike revealed it for Berkley. It was the first time I heard about it, and I was super impressed to see that you were so prolific that someone sent it to you, when considering how secretive they were about the Cull Shad (before their quality control "fail" for the Cull Shad). I remember you talked about it looking exactly like the "flag" but being less fluid in action. But mostly, you criticized Berkley for being so flagrant regarding the duplication of GDW's look and shape of the "Flag", down to the exact positioning of the horizontal stabilizing fins.
MY QUESTION: Did anyone reach out to you about your original comments and opinions regarding Berkley and the "Nessie", in a way that changed your opinion of the "Nessie" or changed the way you addressed the issue of it being another duplicated design by Berkley?
You used to participate in Tyler's live, pretty consistently about the same time. I think i know why you stopped (if you still have). He wasn't being fair or very professional. But within the same two weeks of the Nessie's debut, I noticed an abrupt change in his attitude towards BKK, only after being invited to DEBO'S live. I also noticed a change in yours too, towards Berkley and the ramifications of the "Nessie" to the lure industry, which you are a part of. I don't know if you were invited on DEBO's live, also, I'm sorry I missed it if you were. If promises were made to you, make sure you follow up on those promises. Don't wait too long to do so. It's how business is done. Loyalty doesn't exist where it didn't before. Not from those that portray themselves as doing you the favor, especially those that are purely motivated by business and familiarity with a market, and not motivated by the craft or the art form of that industry.
I'm just a ghost. You know that. You don't have to reply to ghosts. Nor do I consider myself doing any person a favor by asking or giving unsolicited advice.
Best wishes and tight lines!
Thanks for keeping it in the states mike! Always love the little tweaks
Stoked on the new drop Mike. Looking forward to putting some on the water!
I commend you for caring about the American worker. Any chance I get I buy made in USA. Even if it’s costly. As a proud American labor Union tradesman it’s important to me as well. Thanks Mike.
When are these dropping!?!?
Looks great Mike. The inclusion of the Headache harness is huge. Looking forward to them.
Everytime i look at the site everything is sold out 😢
Back at it again Mike! About to make some bad financial decisions on these
Hell yeah. Can’t wait to get some for this fall!
Thanks for the rig vid mike🤘
Excellent
Can't wait
Pumped these guys are coming back. Made it through the ceased production with what i had stock piled. The 3 biggest fish I've ever caught have all been this year on the misfit citizen 6. Confidence bait for sure
Just curious, why did u kill it to begin with? Were you already planning on a redesign?
😬when them rods gunna be available peek the WCZ logo on the reel seat 😅😅😅
Mike, this is cool and all, but what’s that clean looking watch you’re wearing?
I started wearing watches a few years back because I hate messing with my phone. Just easier and more peace of mind with the watch. Wish I could find a Made in the U.S.A watch that fit my style and within my budget.
What brand? Love mechanical watches!
Anyone think you could run a top trebble hook? Like a Butch Brown rig off that headcase harness?
When and how can I grab a few bud?
2846 Jeramy Shoal
When are they dropping tho 👀
Emails headed out at 4pm PT
Hilda Cliff
When are they gonna be restocled lol
So fucking stoked 🔥🔥🔥
Frederic Rapids
Good product!!!!
Let's go!!
Swaniawski Row
Caught a bunch of good fish, from S.E Ohio !
Yo! Thanks Mike…
I Appreciate the details you put into these baits and the effort you’ve put into keeping these baits on home soil! Well worth the wait 🫡
Yeah buddy.
Can’t wait to get the 6in and a battleshad
Woo!
Miguel Creek
Snagged some Gypsys last night baby!! 7&6”
Weirdest knot ever
It works
@WorkingClassZeroFishing it's a modified trilene, 😂came out about 40 yes ago, still tying it. It doesn't slip or break - ever
@@WorkingClassZeroFishing need a better view n short breakdown for the knot
Thanks for the video.
Although didn't get that hypocritical part about being made in America, it's my soul, other countries with lower standards, etc., and then using Chinese Tatula or wearing a hoodie made in Bangladesh.
Yep, a walking contradiction. We are so far gone that it's next to near impossible to be 100%. Do your best when and where it is possible?
I agree with you. @@WorkingClassZeroFishing
Been tying that same knot for over 40 yrs. Break the line before that knot gives.
You get in the shit, you fish it through the shit!
Walks in to Lowe’s or Home Depot I need 20 microwave please😂
Take my money.
Mike Gilbert might be God. Never seen them both in the same room.
Restock 😂😂
06578 Jaiden Key