Have you ever found yourself knee-deep in murky water, digging for live bait, while a bull redfish taunts you just out of reach?
Ever felt like you spent more time and effort trying to keep your bait alive and kicking, than actually catching fish?
Or maybe you've just had enough of the stench of live bait that seems to linger on your hands for days.
Well, have no fear—because NLBN lures are here.
NLBN stands for “No Live Bait Needed.” These lures are designed to mimic the appearance and movement of natural prey, such as baitfish or shrimp, in order to attract big fish.
And let me tell you—they work like a charm.
They’re a game-changer for anyone who loves to fish for big game, but hates dealing with live bait.
If you’ve been on any fishing boards lately, you’ve probably noticed there are plenty of other anglers who swear by them. Here’s why:
Convenience
One of the biggest advantages of using NLBN lures is the convenience factor. Naturally, since these lures are artificial, you don't have to worry about keeping them alive like you do with bait in a livewell or live bait tank.
No more trips to the bait shop, no wriggling worms or slimy minnows to deal with. With NLBN lures, you can just grab your fishing gear and tackle and head out to your favorite fishing spots.
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Realistic Movement
Now, rightfully, I know some of you might be skeptical. "Don't big fish prefer live bait?" you might be asking. Well, sure, some big fish do. But NLBN lures have been painstakingly designed to look, move, and wiggle their tails just like natural living prey—and they do a darn good job of it.
For example, the ultra-realistic NLBN mini mullets are designed to "glide" when stopped for a realistic presentation—and they can skip, wake, dart, spook, and jump on demand.
Lively, Delicious-Looking Bait Every Time
NLBN lures offer consistency that live bait just can't match.
What do I mean by that?
Well, with live bait, you might get lucky and find a worm or minnow that moves perfectly and casts a perfect silhouette.
But when you’ve got No Live Bait Needed lures in your tackle box, you can have confidence that you're presenting a consistent, tasting-looking meal to your quarry every time.
The Bottom Line
Some fishermen will still insist that live bait is the “only” way to catch bigger and more fish, but they leave out an important detail—the time it takes to get live bait.
Fishing guides who are on the water every day may know exactly where to go and where the bait fish are, but for the rest of us, worrying about live bait can be a real hassle.
And most importantly, the time it takes to get that live bait can eat into our valuable fishing time.
Of course, just like any new piece of tackle, NLBN lures require practice and skill to use effectively.
You'll need to experiment with different sizes, weights, and configurations to find what works best for you. And of course, you'll need to pay attention to the conditions—temperature, wind, water clarity, and so on—to ensure you're using these lures most effectively.
But once you get the hang of them, No Live Bait Needed lures can be an absolute game-changer. They offer convenience, versatility, and consistency, and they can help you catch big game fish a little easier. (And they work great with Titan Rider hooks.)
From fierce snook, to massive sharks, to elusive tarpon, NLBN can lure them all in—with a variety of sizes, shapes, colors, and jig head/tail combinations to choose from. If you haven't tried them yet, I highly recommend giving them a shot.
Just be warned: These lures can be so effective, you might start feeling bad for the fish. (Don't worry, that feeling will quickly fade away once you're savoring the delicious taste of your freshly caught fish on your plate.)
