I use spikes, maggots, eurolarve, whatever you want to call them, they are the same thing. There is a diffrence between waxies, & mousies. I use them also. As far as spikes, I order them through Vado's. I just call them up, usually I just order the mix. 1000 at a time. They come in regular white creamy, bronze, red, & blue green. They last for about 6-8 weeks in a cold fridge I keep mine @ 33-35F (Easy if you are a service pipefitter like myself, keep a digital T-meter in there & adjust settings). It's like $9 for 1000, they over night them to me in a day. Last time it cost $7 for shipping, but the $16 total is still cheaper than $2.50 I spend per 50 @ the local bait shop, & they give a wide range of colors to choose from! Go in with some buddies if you don't think you can use 1000 in a couple weeks! You can order online, but I prefer just to call. Very nice people to deal with! 763-784-6728, or 866-584-3474.