Howdy do, fishing forum! I know this warm weather we're having is really starting to make those fish squirm, and I don't think the spawn is all that far off. When stocking your tackle boxes this year, I would like for you to consider Thump Buddies, by Light's Out Tackle. I made these baits with the intentions of using them on guided trips, meaning they had to stand up to everything our customers, and our fish, would throw at them.
I needed a bait that would stand up to numerous fish, because it takes to much time to keep replacing them. I needed colors that worked in many situations, overcoming changes in light and water clarity. Most of all, I needed a bait that catches fish, so that my customers can be successful. All things considered, the Thump Buddy was born.
These baits are some of the most durable baits you can find, second only to Rocky Top. They will not have air bubbles, nor will they have concave sides. The colors are consistent, and the tails will not set still. I make every single one of these baits with my own hands, and if I think one will not catch numerous fish, it doesn’t leave my shop.
These baits run for $3.19 (tax included) with each package including 16 Thump Buddies. You can find these baits at Wulf Outdoors in Athens, email me at lane.palmer86@yahoo.com, or you can PM me here on the forum.
I highly recommend rigging these baits with a collarless jig head, with either a #2 or a #4 hook. A collared jig head works too, just take the time to put the bait on flush.

C.R. Special: My favorite here on Cedar Creek.


Old Faithful: An all-around favorite for East Texas waters, such as Fork, LOP, and any crappie holding pond around Mineola.


Crazy Thunder Chicken: A go to bait in muddy water situations.


Midnight Special: Shoot this jig under a dock on a sunny day, the silhouette is serious business.


Dirty Deed: Gets the job done, dirt cheap.


Tax Collector: A clear water killer.


Swamp Thang: I made this bait while goofing around with some color configurations, and it has turned out to be a hidden gem.


Double Jeopardy: Bust this bait out on a sunny day, and watch it shine!


Mr. Blue Lightnin’: Lake Palestine…


Nightmare: Not too shabby under a dock light, with a chartreuse head.

No picks Lane...just a red X

yep, looks like his photos were possibly moved to another photobucket album that is not public.

My apologies ya'll, I'm trying to figure it out. The pictures showed up fine on the "preview post," so I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong here.

Turns out if you have a Yahoo account, your photos are private until made public.

nice plastics...

Love the Midnight special, has put fish in the boat at CC when I couldn't get them to bite anything else.

I love 'em Lane! They are great dock shooting jigs!

Very very impressive looking plastics

bulk prices?

Very nice. Great color combinations.

Very nice plastics and they hold up very well.

I was knee deep in moving my new wife's furniture down from Dallas yesterday, sorry about the delay. Bulk pricing is $10.00 for every 100 baits.

Looks good, I will be feeding my tackle addiction very soon

I can also do custom baits, if you'll send me a picture of what you like, or a detailed list of what you're looking for. Custom baits are $4.87(that price includes tax), and there's a 3 bag minimum (48 baits).

Guide Lane Palmer PM sent

Those are some good looking plastics.

pm sent, Mr Palmer.

Good Stuff Lane Palmer! I think a legend in baits has been born. I can't wait to get a new boat and get my fix for my addiction to tackle. You see my name is Bobby and I am a Tackle Ho!

Picked up a couple of bags of C R Special & Double Jeopardy from Lane at last Falls Fishing Show in Athens. Have had good luck with them, and good texture. You can catch SEVERAL crappie per bait. Think they will even be better when we have more sun. Should have bought a couple of darker colors to fish during the winter.

keith

where can i get some of these!?!? they look bad a$s!!

I forgot to mention one important point, that was brought up to me by Mr. Skinner. The correct way to fish these baits is to have the hook coming out of the flat back (belly down).

KingofFish, you can order the baits from Wulf Outdoors, email me at lane.palmer86@yahoo.com, or PM me here on the forum.

Thank you TFF for all of your support!

These baits are great! Lane has left a few in the boat an I have borrowed a few and they will flat out catch fish. Like Lane said when on a guide trip you want a tough bait so you don't spend a lot of time changing baits. This is a great bait and hope he leaves a few more in the boat!

my order was placed.

Hahaha Jason doesn't need my help catching fish. I need his help scaling fish though.

Hoping to get an invite to be on Lanes Pro-staff!!!

I'm sure we could work something out, Jason. I can be bribed with BBQ

How long are they?

They are 2" long

i had to go check some of these out at wulf outdoors in athens. they are very high quality baits. the toughness of the plastic seems to make the tail go nuts with any small movement.

When the fish start liking a smaller profile bait, after the fry hatch, just tear off about a half an inch from the tail. Bingo...you got yourself a dangerous bait.

I've tried looking for them on Wulf Outdoor's website but can't find them. Can you point me in the right direction?

I'm not sure if they're on the website or not, they're doing the yearly inventory right now and I think they might be a little busy. I know if you call 903-670-3222, and ask for Charlie in fishing, he will get you set up.

I received some of all ten colors yesterday from Lane. My first impression was how good looking the baits were. Then after further inspection (and sticking a couple on jig heads), I found out how tough these baits are. It appears that Lane has hit the perfect combo of durability plus action. It was very interesting how you could hold one between your fingers and with every heart beat, the tail vibrates....big time. I plan on finding out tomorrow if the deep crappie on RR think they're as good as I do.

I think you've got a winner here Lane

i too recieved mine today, they look good, I plan on trying them out tomorrow on Waco. Mr. Skinner, if you don't mind me asking what color jig head are you using? I normaly go with unpainted or chartruese in 1/16 oz.

thanks

I stopped painting jig heads immediately after the "new" wore off my crappie fishing about umpteen years ago, and have never looked back. Some might say that it makes a difference, but to me it doesn't. Besides, I loose so many jig heads that I would be on a constant 'paint high' if I painted them.

BTW Lane; these things do catch fish. So far my favorites are grn/chart, all chart, blu/wht and blk/chart. Was at RR yesterday and took minnows too. Final score was minnows - 0, Lights Out - 27.

Guy, that's really awesome! I was hoping you would wear them out. I've never fished RR, so I was curious to see which color you would go with on that lake.

Put in my order with Lane for 1 pack each of the baits he posted on this thread. Ordered them an hour ago. Lane has already put them in the mail. That is good service right there. Will post a report after I fish them. Thanks Lane for the great customer service.

I agree Guy, they make great conversation pieces.

The tail thing is cool. And man are these things tough. I ordered 500 and i've got a feeling they are going to last a while....

Thanks for your purchases and kind words gentlemen. Just make sure to save me some fish, if you don't mind.

Still waiting on free jigs in the mail.

Ordered mine Monday, got them in the mail today. They are good looking baits as well. Sure they will catch. Thanks again Lane.

No problem DaveB, thank you!

I just ordered 100 - 10 of each color. I'll make another order once I figure out which ones I use the most of

Your baits are in the mail Mr. Box. Wear 'em out!

Picked my order up from Lane yesterday. They are some great looking baits that do catch fish. If you have not ordered any yet do yourself a favor and order some today. You will not be disapointed. Thanks Lane for some great baits.

It appears that you may be about 1143rd in line for that

I just rec'd my order & can't wait to fish with them FANTASTIC looking baits! Lane's service is 2nd to none! I will follow-up with results

I'm glad to hear you got your baits Todd, let's see some pics when you start wearing 'em out!

These baits are awesome dock shooting jigs too. I wore 'em out back in October dock shooting and they bounce really nicely. Great bait Lane!

PM sent...

10-4 Gonzz, I'll have your baits in the mail tomorrow.