crappieperchhunter Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Pike Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 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.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheaptackle Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 Would I be breaking any rules if I recommend a source that is not my own business? Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappieperchhunter Posted February 22, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheaptackle Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckster Posted February 22, 2010 Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 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! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappieperchhunter Posted February 22, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2010 I picked up a few packs of mustad trebles. Problem solved. Where did you find the small trebles Tony? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 ahh come on guys, it's gonna benefit all of us! Tell us where! Rob C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheaptackle Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigugli Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 (edited) 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 If it was me I'd be putting one size larger treble on them anyway. The stock hooks are too small. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappieperchhunter Posted February 23, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leecher Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 If it was me I'd replace them with Excalibur..... CTC and Walmart carries them Leechman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raf Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 lebaron would probably have them too.. i am guessing #8 size treble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheaptackle Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 (edited) 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headhunter Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted February 23, 2010 Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappieperchhunter Posted February 23, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2010 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirfish Posted February 24, 2010 Report Share Posted February 24, 2010 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappieperchhunter Posted February 24, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2010 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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