I received the LuckyCraft catalog in the mail last week. They have a few new baits.

I have a few StaySees, Pointers, and one Bevy Shad. I like the Staysee and the Pointer. I think they have great action and have caught many fish on each. I'm wonedering what you guys think about all their different baits; rip baits, topwater, Rat-L-Traps, deep diving crankbaits, etc.? Are they worth the extra money?

What about the hooks? I've had tackle dealers recommend changing the hooks if I'm fishing for Stripers. If I'm paying upwards of $15.00 per bait, the hooks and split rings should be strong enough to hold a 20 lb. fish! I know on cheaper lures (Rapalas, Excaliburs, Normans, etc.) the hooks are poor, and should be changed for largemouth fishing.

Thoughts, feelings, experiences?

Mike F