Cod Liver Oil ???

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Originally Posted by Doodlum

Don't really like my baits to smell like garlic or liquorish.

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I like the smell of licorice. :D

Use Anice Oil (I think I spelled that right!?):rolleyes: I used to use it years ago, when plastics first came on big time, and I actively pursued LMB. Kept my plastic / rubber worms and other such critters in "baggies" w/afew drops (and that's all it tkes!) of Anice oil. Also tried Vanilla extract, with disappointing results (but they sure did smell nice!):p

I thought about WD-40, 'cause I used to spray my kooks and other terminal hardware with it to prevent rust. But never applied it to plastics.

I wonder if Marvel Mystery Oil (referred to as "MMO" on my Motorcycle boards) would be any good as an added attractant?:confused: It smells pretty good to an old gearhead too!:D

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Originally Posted by Doodlum

For those who use crappie bites or any fish scents. Try some Cod Liver Oil on you plastic baits. I convinced that it improves the bite.
Been using it smallmouth fishing for a while and it really has improved the bite
"power" . Started putting it on my crappie grubs recently and it seems to be working on the crappie or at least they aren't rejecting the bait.
It's pure fish oil, so it's a natural sent. You can purchase a 10 0z. bottle at the pharmacy. Lot cheaper than buying brand name scents or "Power Bait" grubs.
I get a small soda bottle an put a few ounces in it. Dip the grub into the bottle and shake off the excess oil while it still in the bottle. Do this to keep the oil from getting where you don't want it. I dip about every 20 casts. Usually I put a few drops of CLO in the bag of grubs if they come in a zip lock bag and let them simmer over night. Doesn't take much, one drop goes a long way.
Give it a try you will be surprised.

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This sounds to good to pass up, thanks for the tip dood!!
I have a new secret weapon:D
(well....sceret for those that don't know) :o:D

well i know for a fact that WD-40 is a killer fish attractent. Back home in the north (WI) it has become so well know that the DNR has made it illegal to use on any artificial or real bait. If you ask any true fisherman from WI they all have a bottle hidden somewhere in the boat / Tackle box:D:. Never tried the CLO but i'm sure it works well too.