danthefisherman Posted August 26, 2020 Report Share Posted August 26, 2020 Looking for a few members willing to test and provide honest feedback on these new crankdowns for me: Length: 5.5 inches (with tail) Weight: Roughly 2.25 ounces Hooks: Owner ST-41 (size 1 front, size 2 rear) Rings: Owner Hyper Wire (size 5 front, size 4 rear) Hardware: Stainless steel screws and pin Finish: Airbrush and acrylic paint with 2K automotive clear Depth: Approximately 5 feet (give or take?) The middle, crappie pattern is a medium float model (think standard crankbait) while the other two are slow float. The gill pattern on the left has a small chip at the joint from coming into contact with my knife but it shouldn't affect the swim. All baits will come ready to fish with spare tails including a super soft tail for a wider tail kick. I may also include a spare diving lip in case you need a replacement. All you need for the tails is some super glue gel and the same or two part epoxy for the replacement lip. I'm planning to have these baits out in the field for about a month or so depending on how much they actually get fished. To avoid having members sign up just to get a "free" bait, I am requesting that testers do ship the baits back to me by September 30, 2020. If testers are wanting to keep the baits at the end of their term, we can maybe work something out privately on a case by case basis. Additionally, I am requesting that testers send a few bucks to help cover shipping the bait to them as it adds up on my end. I won't be sending baits out of the states, sorry. If interested, please message me saying so and also include a quick summary of why you think you would be a good tester. Priority will be given to reputable members who obviously contribute to the forum, but I may just request some sort of down payment from members whom I have had few interactions with them. I will be visiting your profile and evaluating your interactions on the forum before making a decision on your application. I will also be leaving feedback on your profile as a tester at the end of the term. ALL TESTERS MUST PUT IN EFFORT TO FISH THE BAITS. In the case that a bait is "lost", I may request a small payment to cover materials and labor, but I don't want that to be a deterrent from fishing the bait. My goal is to make this as pain-free, safe, and beneficial for both parties as possible and thought it would be neat to make it an open opportunity for all SU members. If you have any questions or are interested in becoming a field tester, feel free to comment or shoot me a message, thanks! Dan MattyBizz, bigbass45, BassJunkie and 8 others 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominioncaster Posted August 26, 2020 Report Share Posted August 26, 2020 I feel sorry for your PM box. I'd love to test one but I rarely get to fish more than once a week lately. I'd love to purchase one when they are available though. Bassoholic23 and danthefisherman 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El_Weruso Posted August 26, 2020 Report Share Posted August 26, 2020 (edited) @dominioncaster Hahaha, I'll participate if there are any left! Edited August 26, 2020 by El_Weruso danthefisherman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hmoob Posted August 26, 2020 Report Share Posted August 26, 2020 Don't have time to fish as much anymore, but when they do become available, I would like to purchased 1...... or 2 hahaha. danthefisherman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthefisherman Posted August 26, 2020 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2020 (edited) Thanks to all those who have reached out so far! I wish I had baits for everyone but am stoked to at least get these three out. I will be giving the listing a day or so before going through messages and choosing recipients to give everyone a fair chance. Thanks SU! Edited August 26, 2020 by danthefisherman El_Weruso 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaRigged Posted August 27, 2020 Report Share Posted August 27, 2020 Those look incredible. Hope the testing goes smoothly and you can get them on the market ASAP! danthefisherman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan Thrash Posted August 27, 2020 Report Share Posted August 27, 2020 Pm danthefisherman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinxd12 Posted August 27, 2020 Report Share Posted August 27, 2020 Incredible work man! I would love to test one, but would be afraid to lose it!! danthefisherman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthefisherman Posted August 28, 2020 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2020 Testers have been selected and all baits are spoken for! A huge thank you to all who expressed interest in these baits. It was extremely difficult to pick only three recipients out of the many who reached out. Looking forward to seeing some fish catches on these things and seeing what I can improve. Tight lines and thanks SU! Dan Niki814 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddow229 Posted August 28, 2020 Report Share Posted August 28, 2020 If these puppies go into product, let me know about that crappie pattern. That has a spot in my rotation. danthefisherman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jstew75 Posted August 29, 2020 Report Share Posted August 29, 2020 Pm sent danthefisherman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rld504 Posted September 10, 2020 Report Share Posted September 10, 2020 Those look great. Wish I would've seen this sooner lol will be interested in purchasing once they are ready danthefisherman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassJunkie Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 On 8/26/2020 at 6:29 PM, danthefisherman said: Looking for a few members willing to test and provide honest feedback on these new crankdowns for me: Length: 5.5 inches (with tail) Weight: Roughly 2.25 ounces Hooks: Owner ST-41 (size 1 front, size 2 rear) Rings: Owner Hyper Wire (size 5 front, size 4 rear) Hardware: Stainless steel screws and pin Finish: Airbrush and acrylic paint with 2K automotive clear Depth: Approximately 5 feet (give or take?) The middle, crappie pattern is a medium float model (think standard crankbait) while the other two are slow float. The gill pattern on the left has a small chip at the joint from coming into contact with my knife but it shouldn't affect the swim. All baits will come ready to fish with spare tails including a super soft tail for a wider tail kick. I may also include a spare diving lip in case you need a replacement. All you need for the tails is some super glue gel and the same or two part epoxy for the replacement lip. I'm planning to have these baits out in the field for about a month or so depending on how much they actually get fished. To avoid having members sign up just to get a "free" bait, I am requesting that testers do ship the baits back to me by September 30, 2020. If testers are wanting to keep the baits at the end of their term, we can maybe work something out privately on a case by case basis. Additionally, I am requesting that testers send a few bucks to help cover shipping the bait to them as it adds up on my end. I won't be sending baits out of the states, sorry. If interested, please message me saying so and also include a quick summary of why you think you would be a good tester. Priority will be given to reputable members who obviously contribute to the forum, but I may just request some sort of down payment from members whom I have had few interactions with them. I will be visiting your profile and evaluating your interactions on the forum before making a decision on your application. I will also be leaving feedback on your profile as a tester at the end of the term. ALL TESTERS MUST PUT IN EFFORT TO FISH THE BAITS. In the case that a bait is "lost", I may request a small payment to cover materials and labor, but I don't want that to be a deterrent from fishing the bait. My goal is to make this as pain-free, safe, and beneficial for both parties as possible and thought it would be neat to make it an open opportunity for all SU members. If you have any questions or are interested in becoming a field tester, feel free to comment or shoot me a message, thanks! Dan They look really good man danthefisherman, Gdimop96 and MattyBizz 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyBizz Posted September 18, 2020 Report Share Posted September 18, 2020 ^second that! danthefisherman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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