Squidtrex

[Snapprhead27]

I've seen this about the last year or two. Has anyone used them? Saw a youtube video, a guy was catching fluke with the 1/4oz version. I know it does good down South.

 

[longcast]

I have never used them but have seen some videos of them being used for sea bass.

 

[OVERBORED]

I once used a Roland Martin helicopter lure from the surf in Montauk and CC caught a Bass (after years of being unsuccessful using it)

Every lure has it's moments.

 

[Leprechaun]

I've never used it, as expensive lures don't live long where I fish, just the same as my cheaper home-made ones.

I have a story similar to Overbored though. Like most others on the ocean fluke grounds I normally fish the GULP! 6" grubs, in the usual colors, pink, white, salmon, nook chicken, etc. Two seasons ago I did pick up one bag of grubs in the "Sardine" color. Hey, why not? They looked good to me! To the fluke? Eh, turns out not so much.

I gave them a solid try nearly every trip over that whole season - nothing, barely a tap on them. It became something of a running joke - put on the Sardine color and catch zip. Meanwhile, my "normal-colored" baits continually caught well.

Last trip of that season, and I think George, our site host and his long-time fishin' buddy, Katona Steve were on the boat. Right at the end of the trip I put on that useless Sardine color one last time. What the hell, the season was just about over. Anyway, it barely hit the bottom and a solid thump. I remember turning to George and saying "Wow, what a hit!"

One-one thousand, two-one thousand, three-one thousand, I lifted the tip slightly and felt the weight. Slammed the hook home and after a spirited deep water fluke battle George slid the net under a nice 7lb+ best-of-the-season fish. Up to that point the only fish that I ever caught on that color too. Still is, as far as I can remember.

So my point is that you never know about lures that don't appear to be effective - until they are. Just gotta have some patience. Or maybe stubbornness, one or the other, I guess.

Oh, and I made it a point this Spring to make sure I have one bag of Sardine grubs on the boat. Like I said, ya neva know . . .

 

[BoatGuy]

I saw them and I thought I give them a try for Black Sea Bass.

 

[Snapprhead27]

I saw them and I thought I give them a try for Black Sea Bass.

They make a wide variety of sizes.

 

[MakoMatt]

I have about a dozen of them. I haven’t used them off L.I. yet, but they are effective down here in the Gulf of Mexico. Nomad sells a “special” plastic case you are supposed to keep them in, and also not supposed to mix them with other plastic lures. The lures and the case are not inexpensive. I don’t think Nomad sells anything inexpensive, but they do sell quality lures that produce.

 

[Snapprhead27]

I have about a dozen of them. I haven’t used them off L.I. yet, but they are effective down here in the Gulf of Mexico. Nomad sells a “special” plastic case you are supposed to keep them in, and also not supposed to mix them with other plastic lures. The lures and the case are not inexpensive. I don’t think Nomad sells anything inexpensive, but they do sell quality lures that produce.

I have a friend who said he had them melt on him.

 

[longcast]

I have a friend who said he had them melt on him.

Stick with the “basics”.

 

[BoatGuy]

I have a friend who said he had them melt on him.

Melted? Can you elaborate on that?
Left in the sun?
Fished, then they put away and melted?
I took look at the case. Not sure how that would keep the lure integrity unless the lure was left on a hot deck in the sun and the plastic melted.

 

[Snapprhead27]

Melted? Can you elaborate on that?
Left in the sun?
Fished, then they put away and melted?
I took look at the case. Not sure how that would keep the lure integrity unless the lure was left on a hot deck in the sun and the plastic melted.

I know he told me to store it by itself and just keep it out of heat and sun. I just looked up that case also. Not sure if i can pull the trigger yet on it.

 

[Snapprhead27]

Vibe & Lure Tackle Storage Box

The large size box fits the largest Vertrex 150mm models down to the smallest 75mm. HOW TO STOREOur Vertrex & Squidtrex™ Vibes are made from TPE Ultra-Tough Material. Like most other plastics on the market, it’s important not to store two different types of plastics together as they can cause a...

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[MakoMatt]

I know he told me to store it by itself and just keep it out of heat and sun. I just looked up that case also. Not sure if i can pull the trigger yet on it.

I bought the case. I’m not sure, but I don’t think it has anything to do with the sun, and heat from it. I think it has something to do with a chemical reaction that can happen when certain type plastic products come in contact with certain dissimilar plastics. I have on rare occasion seen some other “melted” plastic lures in my tackle boxes over the years.

 

[MakoMatt]

Leave it to AI………

Certain plastic lures, especially soft plastics, must be kept separate because
different materials (like Plastisol and TPE) chemically react, causing them to melt, fuse, or become a gooey mess, and even same-brand colors can bleed; storing them in their original bags or in separate compartments is key to preventing this damage.

Why They React

• Different Plastic Types: Brands use varying plastic formulations (e.g., TPE/Elaztech vs. Plastisol). Mixing these materials causes a breakdown, leading to melting and ruin.
• Chemical Leaching: Even within the same material, different colors or additives can leach chemicals, causing colors to bleed and the plastic to become sticky or distorted.
• Heat & Sunlight: High temperatures and direct sunlight accelerate these chemical reactions, making separation even more critical.

How to Prevent Damage

• Keep Original Packaging: The best method is to store lures in their original sealed bags.
• Separate Compartments: If using tackle boxes, dedicate separate compartments for different brands or material types (TPE with TPE, Plastisol with Plastisol).
• Avoid Contact: Ensure lures don't touch each other, even in the same box section.
• Watch for "Worm-Proof" Boxes: Be careful with containers, as some plastics in tackle boxes can also react with soft plastics.