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| Hello all,
Ok here goes nothing......
I have done numerous searches on many lure building websites in search of the correct technique to weighting a glidebait to achieve the best action. There are many different ways to weight a glidebait, as some prefer a single weight in the center of the bait, while others prefer two weights, both are equally seperated from each end of the body.
As a side note Yake Bait did a test on this theory with one of his best and he tested the same bait weighted the two different ways. There was no difference in action, other than the fact that the dual-weighted bait sank a little faster.
Also, as far as lure shape is concerned, what do you guys prefer? Riverman did a test as well about body shape and he found that flat bodied baits have a shorter yet sharper glide compared to cylindrical baits. Cylindrical type baits will have a wider glide, but then again the weighting is also important.
As far as my bait making is concerned, I mostly build flat sided baits, and i dual-weight them, one weight in the rear and one in the front. Both weights centered about 1" in from each end of the bait. I never drill my holes past the centerline of the bait, as this could cause the bait to roll over, however some builders prefer this action.
Lastly, wood choices. I have always built gliders out of oak and poplar, and i've notcied that many builders also use maple and certain types of cedar. I like oak because of the density and it doesn't require much weighting, but it's a pain in the ass to seal. Poplar is nice because it's tough and somewhat buoyant, yet can be shaped easily. It has a nicer action than oak because it's lighter, it's a little more lively in the water. What are your preferances for wood?
Thank you all for looking,
Zach. | |
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