Jigging Rap trebles

[crappieperchhunter]

I use #2 and #3 size jigging rapalas for perch in the winter. My go to weapon of choice as a matter of fact. This winter I have had the bottom treble come off on 3 separate occasions on me. The gap on the top where the hook is attached sometimes is a little wide and the fish can actually shake it off. I have gotten into the habit of pinching the gap with some pliers before I go out so I probably will not donate anymore trebles. However I am having a heck of a time finding small trebles to replace on my 3 "Bare" rapalas.

 

It would be nice if Rapala solved this problem or made replacement hooks more readily available. Until then if anyone knows a source for small replacement trebles I would be grateful for any help.

[Mike Pike]

I've had the same problem with my jiggin' raps too. I have several 'bare' ones just waiting for the right size treble when I find em.

 

I'm always surprised how a company like Rapala can make such a common mistake.

 

Oh well..

[cheaptackle]

Would I be breaking any rules if I recommend a source that is not my own business?

Michael

[crappieperchhunter]

Would I be breaking any rules if I recommend a source that is not my own business?

Michael

 

Myself I would be grateful for any help. BTW I fish perch big time in the fall in the uptergrove neck of the woods

[cheaptackle]

PM Sent.

Fall is good but so is the Orillia Perch Festival (starts in April, around the 3rd weekend I believe). Great way to warm up for the main season opener!

Michael

[buckster]

I had the same problem with my jigging raps Steve,and also with the fine wire hooks on my chubby darters always breaking off. I picked up a few packs of mustad trebles. Problem solved. Small sizes are not that easy to find mind you!

[crappieperchhunter]

I picked up a few packs of mustad trebles. Problem solved.

 

Where did you find the small trebles Tony?

[Rob]

ahh come on guys, it's gonna benefit all of us! Tell us where!

 

Rob C

[cheaptackle]

Now that I've seen it posted in another thread I guess it's ok - I suggested luremaking.com to crappieperchhunter - minimum quantities might be involved but a couple guys could get together & make it happen.

Michael

[bigugli]

I could order a bunch for folks next time i put in my order for parts. What size exactly? Smallest I found is a size 14 Eagle Claw

Edited February 23, 2010 by bigugli

[solopaddler]

If it was me I'd be putting one size larger treble on them anyway. The stock hooks are too small.

[crappieperchhunter]

If it was me I'd be putting one size larger treble on them anyway. The stock hooks are too small.

 

 

Like I said I fish these alot. The hooks maybe small but the stock hooks have a nice fine point..perfect for tipping maggots with. Most small hooks if not thin or sharp enough can really butcher a maggot. My perfect solution would be getting the exact hooks from rapala.

[Leecher]

If it was me I'd replace them with Excalibur..... CTC and Walmart carries them

Leechman

[Raf]

lebaron would probably have them too.. i am guessing #8 size treble.

[cheaptackle]

Just thought of it - Place just south of the 401 near you called "Gagnon's" I believe - if they're still there I'd bet they have a selection that should find you what you need. Haven't been in it for decades, but I seem to remember still being able to see it from the highway. Shoot me a p.m. if you're still stuck, I have a bunch of damaged stock I might be able to pull the hooks off if they're the right size for you.

Michael

Edited February 23, 2010 by cheaptackle

[Headhunter]

I've had the same problem with Jiggin Raps and I end up just taking a treble off of an un-productive lure in a pinch.

I too, use a Jiggin Rap for perch and my biggest beef with them is the clear plastic tail breaking off of them for no apparent reason... I bought a new one this year and it only last one outing... reeling it in to find the plastic tail was gone... pretty crappy quality for such a productive and expensive bait.

HH

[solopaddler]

If you're dead set on the tiny trebles and can't find them anywhere just buy a handful of small stinger hooks for jigs and cut the treble off.

[crappieperchhunter]

I've received alot of PM's and suggestions here from many of you. A couple have suggested using stingers and I think that would be my option of choice once I check some out to see if they will work for me. Truthfully I have tons of these jigs so it could be years...or never...before it could really be a problem.

 

It does however seem that Rapala has a problem here that should be addressed.

 

Thanx to all for taking the time to offer your help.

[sirfish]

I find the Mustad 3550R #12 or #10 in blood red are awesome for the jigging raps .I tie them in a stinger fashion with fleuro about an inch below. that way it hangs much like the nils master jigging rap

[crappieperchhunter]

I find the Mustad 3550R #12 or #10 in blood red are awesome for the jigging raps .I tie them in a stinger fashion with fleuro about an inch below. that way it hangs much like the nils master jigging rap

Sounds like a good idea. I picked up some hali dropper hooks to try as well on my raps. Haven't actually had them out for a swim yet though.