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Title: Jack trap users?
Post by: Bear32 on Feb 18, 2015, 02:41 PM

Any of you guys use the JT big bait release clips? Thinking of trying some out, but wanted to get some feed back first. I have used lobster bands and clothes pins but am looking for something more permanent. The clips are a little spendy at $9 a piece. Thoughts? :tipup:

Title: Re: Jack trap users?
Post by: Mr.Esox on Feb 24, 2015, 09:13 PM

Use Dubro releases or small planer board releases fixed to the base of the tip up I have been using both for 30 yrs.

Title: Re: Jack trap users?
Post by: 7.62x39 on Feb 28, 2015, 04:07 PM

I have big bait clips on my 26" standard jack traps....they seem to work well...the largest bait i have used so far is 5" suckers and they worked fine.

Title: Re: Jack trap users?
Post by: Chris Raymond on Feb 28, 2015, 08:23 PM

I too use modified planer board clips that can be added or removed to the bottom of my Jacks as needed for either big bait or strong current situations. 

Title: Re: Jack trap users?
Post by: mike1 on Mar 01, 2015, 04:20 PM

I just shorten up the flag a little, and/or stab the bait full of holes

Title: Re: Jack trap users?
Post by: lynng on Mar 01, 2015, 08:12 PM

I use JT big bait clips on my Bib Bob traps. They are a little pricey, but the work well, they are very well made, and I like them.  I would buy more if I needed them.