Man what a great topic. These people responding to the question are all passionate about the hobby. I personaly tie because it it gives personal satisfaction. there is no way I would buy a store bought hair jig after doing this for years. Oh, and catching a fish on something you created yourself can not be measured in words. Thanks for making me ask why do I do this. And thanks to crappie.com and all my friends here for making this conversation possible. Tie on my friends