stealthfisher
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| 29 Nov 2011 11:08 AM |
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Has anyone seen or tried the Think Tank "TriggerFish" ?? It is a lure with incredible steering capability. It can be fished a few different ways. You can chug it along, which makes it bubble and pop on the surface. You can fish it zig zag style weaving it in and out of structure or under docks. I like to also fish it going in one direction. I can cast towards the shore and instead of retreiving it straight back to me, it will run paralell with the shoreline. Incredibly well built and available in many different color combinations. My personal favorites are the "Baby Bass" and "Ghost Rainbow Trout" Check them out. I "Think" you'll enjoy them ! |
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mo65
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| 29 Nov 2011 01:38 PM |
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Wow! Thanks stealthfisher, those things look very interesting. I went to the Think Tank Triggerfish website and they have videos of how to fish it. I have to get a few of these!  |
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ariess
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| 29 Nov 2011 03:26 PM |
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looks cool. just checked it out. at the think tank site. |
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stealthfisher
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| 03 Dec 2011 03:13 PM |
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Here is a YouTube "How to"
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stealthfisher
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| 03 Dec 2011 03:18 PM |
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Here is another good video on the chugging method
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stealthfisher
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| 03 Dec 2011 03:21 PM |
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mo65
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| 05 Dec 2011 11:45 AM |
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Couldn't stand it any longer...just ordered a Triggerfish!  |
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retired-psg
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| 06 Dec 2011 03:09 PM |
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Posted By mo65 on 05 Dec 2011 12:45 PM
Couldn't stand it any longer...just ordered a Triggerfish!
Mo: I have a couple of em and they are awesome  !!! So I'm thinkin you'll be quite happy with yours when they arrive! |
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mo65
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| 08 Dec 2011 01:38 PM |
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Whooooo.....just got my Triggerfish in the mail. Now I know why it cost 15 bucks, this thing is extremely well built. I can't wait to put this fish in the water! You got that one right retired-psg. |
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stealthfisher
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| 08 Dec 2011 03:18 PM |
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Glad you like it Mo . Post some pictures of future catches if you get a chance. |
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ariess
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| 09 Dec 2011 04:57 PM |
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i watched the videos. looks awesome! hope to get one soon. |
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stealthfisher
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| 13 Dec 2011 01:29 PM |
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You can order the Think Tank Trigger fish directly from their site www.thinktanklures.com ( free shipping on orders over $40) or from places like Tacklewarehouse.com
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ariess
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| 19 Dec 2011 03:26 PM |
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Can't wait to try one out! |
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Rooger
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| 20 Dec 2011 08:09 AM |
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I bought one this summer and gave it a try but I didn't find it as simple to work as they make it look in the videos. I was using floating line (mono) tied directly to the lure eye with a palomar knot. It worked okay, but only if the water was flat calm. If there was even the slightest chop, it didn't seem to be very effective.
I plan on giving it some more time but was wondering if anyone on here has used it with success, and what tips might you be willing to offer? |
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ariess
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| 21 Dec 2011 05:58 PM |
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Well.. It defenetly works best on braided line. Up to 30 pound test. I haven't fished it for long either and haven't quite mastered it yet. The triggerfish defenetly has a learning curve. |
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jtaylor23
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| 22 Dec 2011 01:23 AM |
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I've used it a few times. I have not got it down like they show it in the video but with more time on the water i'm sure it willl come to me.......JOHN |
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grampafish
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| 02 Jan 2012 10:55 AM |
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Keep on fishing this bait.The trick is that it's a very subtle twitch to change direction,also keep the rod tip high.One of the more deadly techniques is dead sticking after a short retrieve.Just let it sit and give it a twitch or two.I had a smallie just explode on it so much I almost needed a change of drawers for sure.Watch the videos on the site,get out there and practice,practice ,practice.If you live in Western Mass and want to get out there give me a shout. Happy New Year to all. |
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retired-psg
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| 05 Jan 2012 11:09 AM |
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Yup!! a very good lure to say the least!! Practice, Practice,Practice is the key to using this lure!!!
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stealthfisher
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| 08 Jan 2012 07:49 PM |
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A good Tip grom Grampafish. You need to keep the rod tip high and as much of the line out of the water as possible which can be a bit trying on windydays. It begins to get easier and easier the more you use the lure.
Good Luck and Good Fishing !! |
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mo65
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| 20 Jul 2012 05:35 PM |
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Since the topwater bite has been hot here...I decided to give this Triggerfish a try. I think I got the hang of the "Z" retrieve...here's a bass I nailed today.   |
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| Ashes to ashes, dust to dust, if it wasn't for my super smooth carbon drag, my 30 year old Trilene would bust!
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