Are Expensive Swimbaits Really Worth The Money?

For me, when it comes down to throwing swimbaits, I like having the best quality items when it comes to chasing giant fish, it makes me feel more confident and safe for chasing such fish! To some, it is ridiculous, but to me, it's worth every penny!
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[@michaeljohnston4167]

Hell yea! Glad your uploading more frequently man! Just got off work ready for this banger!

[@crazybassfisher]

Michael Johnston Thanks for staying tuned man! Hopefully I can keep pumping out videos!

[@rickywoods3101]

Michael is that your datnoid? Beautiful I want one to keep with my arowwana

[@victorxavier9977]

I'm a big fan of the savage gear swimbaits because of price and they work! I would love to try the battle shad but there always sold out...so if I can't by the bait it can't help me catch fish! Thx for the video and keep them coming!

[@reellifewithcinco7858]

I just found a Huddleston swimbait on sale, first big swimbait I bought!

[@crazybassfisher]

C Caballero Yew! Get it dude! One of the greatest swimbaits of all time! Catch a giant on it for me!

[@reellifewithcinco7858]

Will do!!!!!

[@kg6qzx]

This was a fun video to watch- good job. As a big Bait enthusiast myself, I clearly see the difference. Hand crafted items always cost more ,and in general, are of the highest quality....and the attention to detail (both design and mfr)..gets you a top performing bait. I also see them as works of art in themselves. Sure it’s tough to cough up big bucks for a top bait...but once you own it...you’re glad you did. That’s just me, not everyone will agree but it is definitely fun to see a range of baits as you’ve presented here. I’m a new sub and look forward to more content like this. Great job, and thank you again!! Pat

[@northernmichiganangler6400]

Really enjoyed this video. Been talking to Andrew for a few days now. I'm on the list for the next batch, only downside is it wont be ready till next Monday. Really had to kick around the idea of buying a flipped one for $250 and having it in 2 days or wait 2 weeks for a brand new bait.

[@crazybassfisher]

Northern Michigan Angler That’s awesome dude! Andrew is a cool guy to do business with! It will be worth the wait for sure!

[@FSD_1776]

Why do you prefer the double hooks on the Deps rather than the treble??

[@crazybassfisher]

Made_In_Dade_ Fishing I don’t prefer them, I just wanted to give them a shot, I’ve heard great things about these hooks so hopefully it works out for me!

[@FSD_1776]

@@crazybassfisher Cool. I just ordered my 1st Deps 250. I want a mother but thats gonna have to wait.

[@TimKollat]

I throw the $20 Savage big glides. The trebels are stout and sharp. Good bait for only 20 bucks. Ive had a couple duds that either sank too fast or just didnt swim quit right, but the 8" baby bass has always worked for me, never had a bad one in that style and caught many bass on it. Id kick myself in the nuts if I paid $400 for a swimbait, I dont care how well hand made they are.

[@TacoDudeYum]

Then dont buy it

[@McClovinFishing]

It’s crazy how much magnums are going for, especially with all their problems. A lot of people think they’re not made anymore, but they are. There’s even a smaller size magnum now.

[@johncoyote6755]

why didn't you talk about the DRT baits? Factory, plastic, mass produced, multiple people. Unavailable for MSRP going for 3,4,5 X that resale. WTF? I heard DRT is doing this on purpose. Do you think the is true?

[@virginiaowen]

i make custom baits and i will spend up to 3 days per lure but since i am really small i need to sel them for 20 to 30 dollars it is maninly clams in the custom bait world FYI can i sponsor you

[@virginiaowen]

@@68fishing3 on my instgram account this is my new account A.B custom baits

[@crazybassfisher]

Yeah man, my buddy is in the same spot as you, takes a very long time just to make one bait!

[@virginiaowen]

@@crazybassfisher thanks my instagram account is A.B custom baits last one got hacked just message me there

[@PedroHernandez-vi7ne]

Great content. 👍🏽👍🏽 love me some big baits myself. looking for some of them double hooks. What double hooks are you launching ?

[@alonbergman9318]

Please try the savage Gear snake

[@crazybassfisher]

Alon Bergman It looks crazy enough to work! I might have to give it a try!

[@owenmurray1745]

That’s a dope jacket where u get it

[@crazybassfisher]

Owen Murray It’s a Salty Crew jacket! It’s super sick, one of their newest jackets I believe!

[@H8er-Maker]

That place is hit & miss. That's my spot cuz I can fish while my girls play. I watched a guy catch 33lb carp using a Ned rig at the bottom pond. I'm pretty sure water level dropped an inch when he landed it. It was enormous & smelled like death. Tight lines man, see you around sum time.

[@jkmaster2011]

I've fished anthem a couple of times never had any luck Haha nice to you catch them bass

[@Not_Gohan]

Anybody know what happened to swimbait chronicles?

[@crazybassfisher]

DEFAULTY BOY BOI I have talked to him about it but it really dealt with family issues and just work, hope he comes back one day!

[@michaelteaby1160]

Thanks dude! I like your videos they’re very informative. Love to fish with you sometime

[@crazybassfisher]

Michael Teaby Thanks for watching them man! Hopefully I can keep informing the fishing community!

[@michaelteaby1160]

crazybassfisher you bet!! Keep it coming!!🙏🏼👊🏼💥

[@mateo-qb1vi]

what do you think about the defiant swimbaits? and are you a fan of throwing rof 0 hudds?

[@crazybassfisher]

Mateo Castro Those defiant trouts are cool, I like the overall hook system they run! I only throw rof 5 hudds, never the 0’s though

[@MrKawasakizzr1400]

can you please tell me, is the roman made mother worth the buy? really like your video man!

[@ReelyFlyGuy]

I couldn't bring myself to pay 100 dollars for any bait. Unless They are offering a some 50/50 pecent catch ratio lol. I got a couple river2sea ones and they look the same as any other 100 dollar bait.

[@chasenicely9800]

Sam False lol

[@ReelyFlyGuy]

@@chasenicely9800 Chase gay lol, what are you 12? Found the moron who buys Apple and Supreme.

[@jakeg3673]

Are toxic bait wade hogs worth it ?

[@jeremiahgiles3593]

Does running A feathered treble on your glide baits make any real difference?

[@crazybassfisher]

Jeremiah Giles I’ve fished feathered hooks and non feathered hook before and honestly, i have no idea if it truly works, it’s more of a confidence thing for the fisherman I think.

[@momoluvful]

Hey it been a min since u posted bro nice video got hoops i see keep it up bro

[@crazybassfisher]

Monique Quintanilla Thanks homie for the support!

[@foreignbeggar3783]

I know those expensive ass glide baits are amazing and they do produce big fish... but idk how I would justify it to myself, to spend a car payment on ONE lure.

[@crazybassfisher]

hateful Joey I feel you brother, it’s hard to swallow even to a guy like me haha

[@foreignbeggar3783]

crazybassfisher haha, I mean I get it. I really do. but fuck, that single $400 lure is worth more than my whole set up right now. my combos and all my tackle. I bought an s-waver 168, because I do want to get into throwing big swimbaits, but now I gotta upgrade everything. it’s just hard to swallow. haha.

[@kenmccarthyfishing]

Great video buddy, very well explained 👊👊🍻🍺👍

[@crazybassfisher]

Kenny Mcc Fishing Thanks Kenny!

[@brandonmitchan2267]

Is that calcutta conquest a 300 size? Debating on what size to go with. Been looking at the 200 just because of the svs infinty breaking system. Any thoughts?

[@fishboy1270]

I think he has the 400 size, not 100% though

[@crazybassfisher]

I have the 400 size Calcutta, the 300 is not bad at all though, my buddy has one and I think it’s tiny haha, the 200 might be too small, the 200 is mostly used for big crankbaits!

[@thatsmallrockshop]

You want to see sick paintjob hand made cedar baits. Go to face book and look up bigpigbaits. Or on you tube under chris mccuaig. And no where near the price of a roman made mother and a triple thick epoxy clear kote and a 308L stainless steel through wire. The paint jobs alone are worth checking out.

[@vrodtattoos1457]

What pond are you at in this video?

[@xMILKISx]

Love the urban spots. Let’s him some next time you’re out here.

[@crazybassfisher]

Scott Strong With The Swimbaits For sure dude! I want to chase those Cali largemouth again!

[@joshgilmer5966]

what size hook is on the Mother?

[@asianangler510]

I went to japan this year and got my slideswimmer for 8800 yen ( abt $88)

[@codywuertzer2006]

How much does the hinkle weigh?

[@norcalbassin3860]

Alex Niapas, Wild West on Lake Shasta. 13lb largie and 8lb spot... crazy

[@Spirelare]

crazybassfisher have you test River2sea Swaver ? And what do you think about that ?

[@crazybassfisher]

When they first came out, yes, absolutely loved the baits! Caught plenty of nice fish on them!

[@Spirelare]

@@crazybassfisher what is your best swimbait ? Deps 250??

[@garym2293]

Havent bought any roman made too much out of my price range deps 250 is my most expensive and awesome bait have many but none swim like her nice fish Cheers :))

[@crazybassfisher]

gary m The mother is definitely not for everyone but luckily, the deps 250 is a great second and much easier and cheaper to get!

[@kayakfishingforpredators9107]

Well it’s not just the price. The problem is when i order one outside the EU and import one, i have to knock off another 20 to 25% for TAX/Custom Fee and VAT. A roman made which cost 460$ in USA is about 400€ + 100-110€ = 500€uro. This is whit out shipping/insurance-cost which can be another 50-60€. Imagine losing that Roman made first day 😳😵🤯😱 and No EPIRB

[@ronhickey8137]

Great video and info, I can understand the smaller bait but the larger ones most fish would get away as fast as they can. I think you limit what you catch when you use the ones that are massive. I'm sure you catch fish with them but it has to be a huge fish to go after them. We all want to catch a fish the size of a boat, but in reality how many of those fish are out there I enjoy your videos, I am just giving the view from a different angle.

[@codywuertzer2006]

You should try the imakatsu gillroid

[@crazybassfisher]

Cody Wuertzer I’ve heard that bait is actually super underrated! I watched some Japanese guys throwing it and smoking big fish!

[@fishingridingwithdjslaunch1460]

Thats my spot right up the street from my house. Some good fish in there

[@crazybassfisher]

Brett Bell Some studs in there for sure, just gotta figure out how to catch them haha

[@fishingridingwithdjslaunch1460]

@@crazybassfisher oh deff my pb outta there is around 4 but ive heard of 7s and 8s but you know how fishing storys go lmao gonna go throw some top water at them at sunrise tomorrow and see what I get. Your vids make me wanna get some big glides but my bank accounts like nahhh I aint set up like that hahah, tight lines man

[@fishingridingwithdjslaunch1460]

@SwimbaitNOVA yah I'd have to get a heavier rod aswell biggest i have is mh, hell at 20 i may just get one and see how the mh holds up lol

[@Mr.BigPerch]

What's about the Gan Craft Jointed Claw 175 ?

[@crazybassfisher]

I was thinking about getting a 230 actually, have only heard good things from those baits!

[@michaeljohnston4167]

8:59 I need them twin hooks man lol

[@crazybassfisher]

Michael Johnston I had to do some stuff to get them hahaha

[@fishingridingwithdjslaunch1460]

Oh and there are some monster gills in there too

[@mienkidd1]

It was Shasta Lake my home lake where he caught the 13lb largemouth and 8 pound spot not Melones

[@crazybassfisher]

kao saechao Ahhh thanks for correcting me, I knew it was one of those NorCal lakes! That fish was giant!

[@griff4366]

Worth every penny!

[@crazybassfisher]

Iced7769 Absolutely they are!

[@ByeBai35555vr]

love the vids

[@Grif666]

Fishermen catch fish. Save some money and get yourself a s waver

[@pppxfishing]

What’s the set up in this video?

[@crazybassfisher]

Peace Xiong I was using the Shimano Calcutta conquest 400 with my travel rod by Moam5150Sticks!

[@OPENPEEPER]

Keep up the good content Geoff. It was nice meeting you @ Willow. Hit me up some time. I’ll put you on some fish in these temperamental lakes in Mile High Country.

[@crazybassfisher]

OPENPEEPER Sasquatch! Good talking with you man! Will have to hit you up!

[@marcosnava89]

What brand and size snaps do you use?

[@crazybassfisher]

Marcos Nava I use decoy egg snaps in size 3 and 4!

[@marcosnava89]

@@crazybassfisher thank you! Keep up the great work!

[@williamt9984]

Bro where u been

[@HunterHooks19]

What size glide swimmer is that??

[@crazybassfisher]

Midarkoutdoors Thas the 8” model, I believe it’s their largest model glide swimmer!

[@josenegron9097]

Whats up mAin ? Hey I’ve been Looking for those hooks that you have hanging in you slide swimmer . Could you direct me to where I could get my hands on some . Thanks for the vids jk,,

[@crazybassfisher]

Jose Negron Those are gamakatsu twin hook hooks! Straight from Japan!

[@josenegron9097]

Damn I would love to get some ... really appreciate you getting back to me man didn’t know you changed your handle

[@Exoticstepin7]

Yo boss are most DRT Tinys around 200$ on eBay my best bet huh?

[@omardbass5206]

Is this on the west valley or east

[@crazybassfisher]

Omar Dbass West Side!!!!

[@omardbass5206]

What pond is that

[@macktidwell494]

What's up with the hooks o. The slide swimmer

[@caseydangar1193]

Swim baits have their time and place. But give me a senko or a skirted jig and I will wreck fish anywhere any day.

[@walkergrizzle9693]

I’ve never seen a Hinkle for $175

[@hawaiianboy2003]

OG...ORIGINAL GANKSTAH!

[@crazybassfisher]

Hawaiian Boy Whole lot of gang sh!t going on!

[@kevincornelius3960]

Ahhh...the sounds of Papago! Great content young man!

[@401SquirrelFeeder]

People are so nosey lol

[@crazybassfisher]

Aj D Hahaha I kept seeing them in my peripheral and they were definitely judging me haha

[@mashbassing1152]

this is a vary informative video

[@crazybassfisher]

Mash Bassing Thanks for watching!

[@johnmango6056]

roman made mother is 100% not worth that money. so many baits that are just as good and so much cheaper. pretty much the same thing as buying a supreme white tee for 500 bucks.

[@gwagb27]

I’m sorry but someone spending $400 to catch a bass has more money than brains.

[@crazybassfisher]

gwagb27 Yeah, you’re probably right, even I think I’m not mentally right hahaha

[@gwagb27]

But we’ll spend $50k on a boat to chase bass

[@deebz22]

They could easily reproduce this bait for cheaper in a factory with 3s printers and I.A. powerd carpentry machines

[@brianlooney3032]

You lost me, and my respect..... lots of lies

[@jdeanschlosser77]

You got ripped off, a couple times over! But hey, if you can afford it, jahajaha! Those things catch more fisherman than fish, jahajaha! Thankfully it's spawning season or you would have little to no content, jahajaha!

[@crazybassfisher]

CATCHINBASSNKICKINASS AZ Jajaja ripped off is a strong word! Worth it every penny and I have no regrets at all. Actually, the spawn is my toughest time of the year, I don’t bed fish so trying to catch fish is hard, the content would be rolling out with or without the spawn! Thanks for watching as always jajaja!

[@MistaGrim]

Ummm, yeah. I don't think so. Geoffrey knows what he's talking about and always has great content.

[@chevyvet69]

So far we've seen a lot of talk and no fishing from your little expensive Swim Bait

[@Marlonscrazy]

Have you even watched any of the videos 😂