The NEW CITIZEN 6 x 7: BREAKDOWN

[@CA-sl2xw]

Love the Citizen, it’s been wrecking shop down here in TX for a while. WCZ for life.

[@jackywestside3817]

It’s great to see someone consistently putting out innovative quality products. So many other manufactures would have ignored some of the issues people were having with the citizens but instead you fixed them and revamped what was probably already the greatest soft bait ever.

[@kenmccarthyfishing]

Thank you Mike truly for your Love of your products and for making them in America ❤❤

[@JS-oy6nn]

I was watching Geoff’s new video and I mentioned how awesome it would be to see a new video from you and like an hour later…. Here we are.

[@joshallen1913]

Ready for tomorrow Mike. Appreciate you bringing these back to life

[@BrianParkerson]

So relieved the new Citizen is finally in production. I agree baits can always be improved. Maybe in the next Citizen upgrade, could you possibly add a hook slot at the top of the bait to aid in centering the exit for the hook point as well as help conceal the point shank of the hook. Love and appreciate what you are doing Mike. Citzen is one of my all time favorites and my current PB producer twice over!

[@jflesh.bassin4948]

Cool to see a favorite coming back around in a new and improved variation. Just as we've come to expect from you, Gilbert.

[@NoFro-TL]

Cant wait. Was able to grab a couple misfits before they all sold out. Will be up and ready for this drop!

[@matthewcisneros6348]

Thanks for keeping them American made in the factory Mike.💪

[@Matt-bb5kw]

So sick. The harnesses are so nice

[@yakbassin7196]

Nice. So hyped they are coming back.

[@vincentgelles3805]

Stoked!! Hope I can get my hands on a few when they drop

[@firefighterjv8787]

Appreciate the breakdown! Finally was able to score on the 6”. Currently deployed, but can’t wait to try them out in spring! 🤙🏽

[@tommcintosh4778]

Thanks for keeping it in the states mike! Always love the little tweaks

[@Johnnyboy_.]

Caught my biggest fish on the 7 you truly made dreams come true for me 🙏🏻

[@WorkingClassZeroFishing]

These are the things we like to hear about!

[@secretbassrigs]

what color and where are you (approximate location)? conditions?

[@robertlindquist4601]

I Appreciate the details you put into these baits and the effort you’ve put into keeping these baits on home soil! Well worth the wait 🫡

[@ballzybaits4414]

100% on keeping it in the US. 👊

[@Matt-dz7zn]

Skinner is a love hate relationship lol. Good to meet you out there and stoked to throw these new citizens. Keep up the good work man!

[@josedz589]

Stoked on the new drop Mike. Looking forward to putting some on the water!

[@Unkownsector]

Love all your products , why do you offer different hooks other than what the bait was designed around ?

[@swimbaitscrutiny]

Glad to see the Citizen back from the dead! The continuous improvements that make these great baits even better are much appreciated 🫡

[@BrownBaitCo]

super exciting Mike! I can not wait to get my hands on these new ones! I appreciate and respect that you do not just put out a product and leave it as is. You are always making changes to ensure you can make the best possible product that you can put out. What do you think the microwave does different from other heating ways like those presto pots to heat up plastisol? I know microwaves vibrate and shake the water molecules in food or plastisol to heat them up.

[@secretbassrigs]

hey you! the microwave heats the entire amount up pretty much at the same time, consistently throughout while also being accurate and efficient, instead of just at the bottom with conduction heating and waiting for temp. As you stated, the microwave isn't a heat source, but it heats the plastisol up almost like a radiant heating process, but not really. The difference is that it uses the "radiation" heating process, not being limited to contact or surfaces. (but you probably already knew that and are just trying to inspire more engagement for the algo.) I have a question for you though. I remember when you showed us the "Nessie" on your live, a several weeks before Ike revealed it for Berkley. It was the first time I heard about it, and I was super impressed to see that you were so prolific that someone sent it to you, when considering how secretive they were about the Cull Shad (before their quality control "fail" for the Cull Shad). I remember you talked about it looking exactly like the "flag" but being less fluid in action. But mostly, you criticized Berkley for being so flagrant regarding the duplication of GDW's look and shape of the "Flag", down to the exact positioning of the horizontal stabilizing fins. MY QUESTION: Did anyone reach out to you about your original comments and opinions regarding Berkley and the "Nessie", in a way that changed your opinion of the "Nessie" or changed the way you addressed the issue of it being another duplicated design by Berkley? You used to participate in Tyler's live, pretty consistently about the same time. I think i know why you stopped (if you still have). He wasn't being fair or very professional. But within the same two weeks of the Nessie's debut, I noticed an abrupt change in his attitude towards BKK, only after being invited to DEBO'S live. I also noticed a change in yours too, towards Berkley and the ramifications of the "Nessie" to the lure industry, which you are a part of. I don't know if you were invited on DEBO's live, also, I'm sorry I missed it if you were. If promises were made to you, make sure you follow up on those promises. Don't wait too long to do so. It's how business is done. Loyalty doesn't exist where it didn't before. Not from those that portray themselves as doing you the favor, especially those that are purely motivated by business and familiarity with a market, and not motivated by the craft or the art form of that industry. I'm just a ghost. You know that. You don't have to reply to ghosts. Nor do I consider myself doing any person a favor by asking or giving unsolicited advice. Best wishes and tight lines!

[@fox9411]

What rods are you using now?

[@SouthJerseyBaitReviews]

Im def glad u put the harness on the citizen that was one thing that really kept me from buying them like that. Even tho soft swimbaits I struggle with the most to get bites on for some reason. I'll def be getting a few of these to see how they compare.

[@hackmanoutdoors1626]

I just want one period cant ever get any. Its on my bucklist to get some

[@KeepinItReelFishing]

Looks great Mike. The inclusion of the Headache harness is huge. Looking forward to them.

[@JonJonsOutdoors]

Have you ever thought of doing a gill and perch color? For the pond guys gills are hot and for the guys up north perch is the color.

[@MattLikesTricks]

Pumped these guys are coming back. Made it through the ceased production with what i had stock piled. The 3 biggest fish I've ever caught have all been this year on the misfit citizen 6. Confidence bait for sure

[@spaloslvnv]

You can fish it a little faster without blowing it out if you bury your rod tip in the water Paul Elias kneel and reel style. dont gotta kneel but if you get the tip down you can fish it a bit faster.

[@16ozpour]

Thanks for the rig vid mike🤘

[@holdengamble]

Hell yeah. Can’t wait to get some for this fall!

[@greenpighunter6930]

Excellent

[@HankG51]

Can't wait

[@johncoyote6755]

I commend you for caring about the American worker. Any chance I get I buy made in USA. Even if it’s costly. As a proud American labor Union tradesman it’s important to me as well. Thanks Mike.

[@morganvanschuyver]

When are these dropping!?!?

[@jackywestside3817]

Back at it again Mike! About to make some bad financial decisions on these

[@151ncoke]

Everytime i look at the site everything is sold out 😢

[@KriticullCTRL]

Mike, this is cool and all, but what’s that clean looking watch you’re wearing?

[@WorkingClassZeroFishing]

I started wearing watches a few years back because I hate messing with my phone. Just easier and more peace of mind with the watch. Wish I could find a Made in the U.S.A watch that fit my style and within my budget.

[@KriticullCTRL]

What brand? Love mechanical watches!

[@DONT.BUY.MAJOR.CRAFT-BAD.RODS.]

Good product!!!!

[@brandonfennimore9180]

So fucking stoked 🔥🔥🔥

[@JDsSwimbaitBassin]

Let's go!!

[@1999tenorio]

Just curious, why did u kill it to begin with? Were you already planning on a redesign?

[@BassManMatt512]

When are they dropping tho 👀

[@WorkingClassZeroFishing]

Emails headed out at 4pm PT

[@jeremytjensvold9936]

When and how can I grab a few bud?

[@smallmouthadvisory7178]

Anyone think you could run a top trebble hook? Like a Butch Brown rig off that headcase harness?

[@XxDmanhurleyxX]

😬when them rods gunna be available peek the WCZ logo on the reel seat 😅😅😅

[@glee0425]

Can’t wait to get the 6in and a battleshad

[@eduardobotello4059]

Woo!

[@WildHilary]

2846 Jeramy Shoal

[@brianlooney3032]

Caught a bunch of good fish, from S.E Ohio !

[@raytubach8988]

Yo! Thanks Mike…

[@ReynaldoKnie-p9l]

Hilda Cliff

[@dantwaites7097]

When are they gonna be restocled lol

[@WagnerBowen-k7j]

Frederic Rapids

[@XxDmanhurleyxX]

Walks in to Lowe’s or Home Depot I need 20 microwave please😂

[@JessicaThomas-l1c]

Miguel Creek

[@The_Bass_Stunters]

Snagged some Gypsys last night baby!! 7&6”

[@JaBLesD]

Yeah buddy.

[@RamsdenHenry-o9m]

Swaniawski Row

[@giantchasers]

You get in the shit, you fish it through the shit!

[@geneparmesan3595]

Weirdest knot ever

[@WorkingClassZeroFishing]

It works

[@joffrechampagne7908]

​@WorkingClassZeroFishing it's a modified trilene, 😂came out about 40 yes ago, still tying it. It doesn't slip or break - ever

[@checkthafeedctfx3244]

@@WorkingClassZeroFishing need a better view n short breakdown for the knot

[@joffrechampagne7908]

Been tying that same knot for over 40 yrs. Break the line before that knot gives.

[@romaloboda2280]

Thanks for the video. Although didn't get that hypocritical part about being made in America, it's my soul, other countries with lower standards, etc., and then using Chinese Tatula or wearing a hoodie made in Bangladesh.

[@WorkingClassZeroFishing]

Yep, a walking contradiction. We are so far gone that it's next to near impossible to be 100%. Do your best when and where it is possible?

[@romaloboda2280]

I agree with you. @@WorkingClassZeroFishing

[@morganvanschuyver]

Take my money.

[@RustyFontane]

Mike Gilbert might be God. Never seen them both in the same room.

[@isaiaheasley7035]

Restock 😂😂

[@raymondnymanasa5805]

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