Wesley Littlefield 08.21.25
Bass Professional Outlets launched its BIO Bait line of soft-plastic baits earlier this yr. They declare BIO Bait is environmentally pleasant and catches fish, however is that this potential? Bass Professional despatched me a number of packages of the brand new BIO Bait to check, so for the final a number of months, I’ve been fishing with it and experimenting with simply how environmentally pleasant it’s. Let’s discover out if a soft-plastic lure can catch fish and be environmentally pleasant, on this Bass Professional Outlets BIO Bait Evaluation.
Specs
- Baits Supplied: Crappie Craze, Shadow Swimmer, Enticer Worm, and Brawny Craw
- Pure elements are secure for the surroundings and break down sooner than conventional comfortable plastics
- Wham Scent Infusion: Proprietary mix of fish oil and plant-based method
- Evercast: Proprietary method for softness and energy
- Doable Purposes: Crappie fishing, Bluegill fishing, and Bass Fishing
First Impressions
As I pulled the Brawny Craw from the bundle, I instantly observed it felt similar to most different soft-plastic lures I’ve used. It was comfortable, but agency, and threaded onto the hook nicely. There’s not a definite odor or oily really feel to them as I’ve skilled prior to now with different lures. Every lure is available in a wide range of colours, so you’ll be able to select out of your favorites and match the circumstances.
I had excessive hopes the primary time I rigged considered one of these comfortable plastics onto a hook as a result of Bass Professional claims these lures are formulated to catch whoppers and, in time, fully dissolve due to the pure supplies used.
Rating: 9/10
On-the-Water Efficiency
I examined these baits in my pond, native river, and a flooded strip pit with many bass. These baits have the motion I anticipated. The Brawny Craw’s claws flutter nicely, the Shadow Swimmer swims true, the Enticer worm is nice for varied rigs, and the Crappie Craze has the delicate motion I imagine is required to entice a chew from the ole paper mouths.
I’ve struggled to catch a great deal of fish with these baits. I’m not blaming them for my lack of abilities, however I’ve fished the identical areas with a buddy utilizing an identical comfortable plastic from one other model, and he had many extra bites than me. I rigged the Brawny Craw and Enticer Worm, then wacky rigged the Enticer Worm, but not a single chew. Once I switched the Brawny Craw from a Texas rig to a trailer on my bladed jig, I began getting bites.
I ended up touchdown a number of 1 to 2-pounders utilizing the Brawny Craw as a trailer, however by no means managed a chew whereas utilizing the baits on a Texas or wacky rig on that journey.
Nonetheless, on my journey to the river, the Shadow Swimmer caught a number of fish. I’ve additionally caught a number of fish at my pond utilizing these comfortable plastics. So that they positively catch fish.
Rating: 7.5/10
Sturdiness
I’ve used comfortable plastics that get a variety of bites however don’t maintain up very nicely. That’s not the case with BIO Baits. I’ve made lots of of casts with these lures, gotten snagged, and caught fish with out utilizing a complete bundle of the Brawny Craw or Enticer Worm. They’re simply as sturdy as most different comfortable plastics you’ll discover in the marketplace.
Rating: 9/10
Effectiveness
I’ve confirmed to myself that these baits can catch fish, although I’m not satisfied they’re as efficient as another manufacturers. However what I additionally needed to check was how nicely they broke down in comparison with different comparable lures of various manufacturers.
So, I created a really scientific experiment (sarcasm) the place I stuffed a number of cups with pond water and let the baits soak in them for a couple of months. I observed shade modifications in a few the lures, however the BIO Bait hasn’t damaged down any sooner than one of many others. Nonetheless, it hasn’t swelled as a lot, which might forestall fish from choking on it after which being unable to cross it.
So, mixed with the lackluster fishing outcomes and less-than-ideal disenigration, I can’t confidently say these baits are any higher than the rest in the marketplace.
Rating: 7.5/10
Last Ideas: Bass Professional Outlets BIO Bait Evaluation
The Bass Professional Outlets BIO Bait is an effective step towards anglers being extra chargeable for the affect they’ve on the waters they fish. Nonetheless, I’m not satisfied that these lures will make it easier to catch extra fish or hurt fewer fish after they inevitably get ripped off your hook. For now, my scientific experiment continues, and I’ll hold fishing with these lures within the areas I might sometimes throw soft-plastics. They’re not the golden ticket I hoped for, however I assume that’s fishing.
