GYC Senko, Keitech Salty Stick, Yum Dinger, Havoc Flat Dawg, Big Bites, etc.

[Bergen Angler]

I tried all different brands of "stick" (Gary Y., Yum Dinger, SK Ocho, Keitech Salty Stick, Havoc flat dawg, Big Bites, etc.) and all different colors (Green Pumpkin, Pink, White, Pearl, GP with "xxx" color flake). I failed to see a huge difference as I caught bass on all different colors and all different brands - usually use 5".

Even though I do like GYC Senko (I think it's heavier?), they get ripped too easily and also too darn expensive compare to others. I found Big Bites to be most resilient - Dick's is having a huge sales: 6 sticks for $1.49.

Whenever the bite is going well, I experiment with all different brands and colors and they all work. I think it's the presentation.

[Eskimo]

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I've been shopping for a new pair of dot gloves.
What brand is that you use?

As for Gary Yamamoto Senkos, I've been told that Green Pumpkin Senko is the most effective by so many people, I'm hesitant to use anything else.

I think you're right about presentation. In my opinion, it boils down to presentation and location.

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[stevejordan]

baby bass senko is the best imo... green and white yum is my second choice

[Rybazłapać]

I've had pretty good success with senkos myself. Mostly with the black ones. Blue fleck, red fleck, or just plain black. Lately I prefer the 5 inch for the weight but 4 inch always gave me similar results. I agree that they do get torn up pretty easily especially when I'm throwing them in and around weeds which is about the only way I use them.

[Bergen Angler]

Originally Posted by Eskimo

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I've been shopping for a new pair of dot gloves.
What brand is that you use?

As for Gary Yamamoto Senkos, I've been told that Green Pumpkin Senko is the most effective by so many people, I'm hesitant to use anything else.

I think you're right about presentation. In my opinion, it boils down to presentation and location.

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Can't remember where or when I bought the dot gloves. They are all gone - too smelly. Couldn't wash the smell out of them.

I do use GYC Green Pumpkin 5" the most (my preferred stick bait) but as you said, it's all about the presentation and location.

When the bite is easy, I get them in wacky, weightless t-rig, texas rig, carolina rig - all different kind of set up.

But when the bite is tough, I usually get them by going through tree branches underwater or rock piles or any kind of structure with weightless t-rig. This is when Yamamoto senko gets torn apart for being so soft. Big Bites sticks are pretty tough and resilient - I get to use them over and over again.

[iamtheavalanche]

I have noticed some produce better for smallmouth and some better for largemouth. Some of my favorites are the Strike King KVD Shim-E-Stick, Strike King Zero, Wave Worm Tiki Sticks, Northland Tackle Dipstick.

Favorite Color Havoc Flat Dawg is Watermelon Silver Red.

Noticed the cinnamon colors and bluegill colors produce better for largemouth
and all the green pumpkins and watermelons produce best for smallmouth.

One trick I like to do is dip the tip in Spike It Dip-N-Glow either chartreuse or red.

The green pumpkin chartreuse tip Yum Dinger is killer on smallies.

Haven't bought a pack of Yamamotos in years.

[Bergen Angler]

Originally Posted by iamtheavalanche

I have noticed some produce better for smallmouth and some better for largemouth. Some of my favorites are the Strike King KVD Shim-E-Stick, Strike King Zero, Wave Worm Tiki Sticks, Northland Tackle Dipstick.

Favorite Color Havoc Flat Dawg is Watermelon Silver Red.

Noticed the cinnamon colors and bluegill colors produce better for largemouth
and all the green pumpkins and watermelons produce best for smallmouth.

One trick I like to do is dip the tip in Spike It Dip-N-Glow either chartreuse or red.

The green pumpkin chartreuse tip Yum Dinger is killer on smallies.

Haven't bought a pack of Yamamotos in years.

My experience with LM vs. SM using stick and/or tube is that....

If I missed the LM on the first bite or lose them while reeling in, I normally don't catch that LM again.

If I missed the SM on the first bite or lose them reeling in, I will normally catch them by throwing the stick or the tube at the same location. Smallie will hit it over and over again.

Smallie - dumb yet I absolutely love them for the fight.

[kcritch]

I've used the Bass Pro Shops Sticko for years...work great...more resilient than Senkos or dingers...and the best price around. 20 for 5.99 5" or 4". I also use there 6 inch which are huge in the spring and they seem to trigger them when the smaller sizes are not working...and you can freakin spool yourself on a cast (exaggeration yes but you get the point)

They even go on sale periodically and you can stock up...last time I think I paid 3.99 for 20.

Green Pumpkin just works so well I don't switch up much but I do use Black with Blue Flake if for some reason it isn't working. That has made a difference quite a few times...usually earlier in the season for some reason.

I don't like that they are not made in the USA and that you can't buy them from local bait shops...which i always try to do...but like others have said you burn through these baits pretty good and this a pretty hard deal to pass up.