Bait Monkey Help 2024

papajoe222 reply :

I've come to call him the bait monkey, but he goes by other names also. You know him, he's the one that bugs you about getting that new piece of gear or adding to your collection of baits. You know you don't need whatever it is, but he keeps bugging you until you not only want something, but have to get it. Oh yea, he lives in your head and the only way you can feed him is to give in and buy something.

Well, he's not only taken up residence in my little pea brain, he has become the land lord and insists that I pick up a new TD Pro that's on sale. I already have 13 baitcasters and I KNOW I don't need another, but as I sit here and spin the handle on one of the ones I already own, it's hard not to pay the rent.

Here's the thing. He knows I don't have any vices. Booze, Cigaretts, Gambling, a cutie on the side, nada. He tells me it's okay, jeez, we're only talking $70, it's not like I'd be using rent money......I don't pay rent. Most guys spend that much on smokes in two weeks.

I kept him pretty well occupied watching monkey porn last winter, but he wised up to that. I thought maybe keeping him drunk might work this year, but he says getting the reel would be cheaper.

HELP

mnbassman23 reply :

Awesome post I literally was LOL

Sadly I cannot help you, when i want something I tell myself the same things: I don't smoke, I drink very little (rarely go to bars), I do have a woman though (but she loves fishing and supports my fishing addiction)...

I guess step one to an addiction is admitting you have a problem right??.. You're on the right track my man!

rippin-lips reply :

I'm no help as I've spent about $900 in the past 2wks on that wretched little monkey. I tell myself if all my bills are paid for the month and it doesn't set my bank account below a certain level then why not. Can't take it with you.

rangerboy reply :

sorry. i think my little monkey crashes on your couch. lol. .

Bluebasser86 reply :

Resistance is futile! You only cause yourself anguish by trying to fight this unbeatable foe! Best just to give in to him and keep him happy for awhile instead of trying to fight him and making him mad so he starts whispering about how you're going to need a new rod to put that new reel on

Shewillbemine reply :

I've avoided the Bait Monkey by not going to fishing stores.

The problem is that he's found me through the internets and PayPal (curses!).

What I personally do to stave him off is this: I buy 1 lure at a time (ok, sometimes 2 if I want another color). I use the lure until I catch a fish with it. If I don't, then that means I don't know how to use it yet or it isn't working for me. I only buy more of the same lure if I snagged and lost it or it got beat up/tore so much from fish bites.

It's how I still have one tackle bag though it is filling up.

bait__Monkey reply :

Hey used guys!

u call 4 hep?

we needs to start thinkin bout spring classic. we gots alot of things we gonna need.

TheKingFisher reply :

I've never heard the term bait monkey before coming here but man do I have a serious case of it. I've got an order in transit and I'm looking to buy more stuff before it even gets here. This could be going from bad to worse.

rippin-lips reply :

He got me again today. Forced me to order a bunch of jig skirts and heads.

Sam reply :

Listen to the words in your head:

GET THE ROD GET THE ROD GET THE ROD GET THE ROD GET THE ROD GET THE ROD

fl_bass reply :

I admit it. I suffer from T.A.S. (Tackle Acquisition Syndrome). Just listened to that bait monkey

papajoe222 reply :

Come on guys. I asked for help, not confirmation that I'm sick in the head. Of course I should've realized that when I started checking out monkey porn for him. The new reel is being paired to a new Browning rod. I swear that monkey has cousins that work for Daiwa and Browning! The really sad part of all of this isn't the spending the money, it's that once you feed that little booger he gets stronger and before I know it, I'll be looking at a new boat, probably a Nitro, but I don't think he has any cousins working for Tracker, so maybe I'll be okay.

Raul reply :

On 1/18/2013 at 9:50 AM, papajoe222 said:
I've come to call him the bait monkey, but he goes by other names also. You know him, he's the one that bugs you about getting that new piece of gear or adding to your collection of baits. You know you don't need whatever it is, but he keeps bugging you until you not only want something, but have to get it. Oh yea, he lives in your head and the only way you can feed him is to give in and buy something.
Well, he's not only taken up residence in my little pea brain, he has become the land lord and insists that I pick up a new TD Pro that's on sale. I already have 13 baitcasters and I KNOW I don't need another, but as I sit here and spin the handle on one of the ones I already own, it's hard not to pay the rent.

Here's the thing. He knows I don't have any vices. Booze, Cigaretts, Gambling, a cutie on the side, nada. He tells me it's okay, jeez, we're only talking $70, it's not like I'd be using rent money......I don't pay rent. Most guys spend that much on smokes in two weeks.

I kept him pretty well occupied watching monkey porn last winter, but he wised up to that. I thought maybe keeping him drunk might work this year, but he says getting the reel would be cheaper.

HELP

I coined "The BaitMonkey" term for the darned critter more than 10 years ago, he had been bugging anglers nameless until his named appearance at BPS forums. By the way, he tellin´me right now to tell you should show some respect he´s, The BaitMonkey with capitals if you don´t mind .............. or else ( and that "or else" has a lot of implications, last time I forgot who he is I suffered a stealthy attack and came out of Academy with a Calais 100A I don´t remember even looking at, you don´t want to suffer his wrath )

BassnChris reply :

On 1/19/2013 at 9:12 AM, papajoe222 said:
Come on guys. I asked for help, not confirmation that I'm sick in the head. Of course I should've realized that when I started checking out monkey porn for him. The new reel is being paired to a new Browning rod. I swear that monkey has cousins that work for Daiwa and Browning! The really sad part of all of this isn't the spending the money, it's that once you feed that little booger he gets stronger and before I know it, I'll be looking at a new boat, probably a Nitro, but I don't think he has any cousins working for Tracker, so maybe I'll be okay.

Bait monkey is not the one that will make you buy the boat. I have read on this very forum that it is the Boat Gorilla that makes you buy the boat. Be very careful.

In reference to your request for help, here is my two cents. I make a rational decision about how many rod and reel combos (or whatever tackle, boat parts or fishing items is maybe). After I reach my designated item count.....I must sell one of whatever it is I want to buy. Unless of course it is replacing something damaged.

Also, I set a specific dollar amount that I can spend and I don't spend a nickel more!

Be strong my friend and always stick to the rules you set for yourself.......that's what I do!

Ps. I never ever,ever, ever stray from that rule. Well, hardly ever.

Raul reply :

On 1/19/2013 at 9:37 AM, BassnChris said:
Bait monkey is not the one that will make you buy the boat. I have read on this very forum that it is the Boat Gorilla that makes you buy the boat. Be very careful.
In reference to your request for help, here is my two cents. I make a rational decision about how many rod and reel combos (or whatever tackle, boat parts or fishing items is maybe). After I reach my designated item count.....I must sell one of whatever it is I want to buy. Unless of course it is replacing something damaged.

Also, I set a specific dollar amount that I can spend and I don't spend a nickel more!

Be strong my friend and always stick to the rules you set for yourself.......that's what I do!

Ps. I never ever,ever, ever stray from that rule. Well, hardly ever.

"I set a specific dollar amount that I can spend" ....cough, cough, BS!..cough.... cough.

Here´s a better rule:

"Trust your feelings, let go Luke" ----> Obi Wan Kenobi

Works well for me, I happily own enough tackle for me, my kid, grandkids and great grandkids for a life time. " What your old man inherit you ?" well, no money, no college education but a lot of really kool fishin stuff !"

BassnChris reply :

I said hardly ever. ;-)

You got me!

Broke bass fisherman reply :

You can try what I do but I don't recommend it... If you can't afford to feed the monkey he leaves you alone. Of course that means you have to be broke all the time.

Maico1 reply :

On 1/18/2013 at 9:50 AM, papajoe222 said:
I've come to call him the bait monkey, but he goes by other names also. You know him, he's the one that bugs you about getting that new piece of gear or adding to your collection of baits. You know you don't need whatever it is, but he keeps bugging you until you not only want something, but have to get it. Oh yea, he lives in your head and the only way you can feed him is to give in and buy something.
Well, he's not only taken up residence in my little pea brain, he has become the land lord and insists that I pick up a new TD Pro that's on sale. I already have 13 baitcasters and I KNOW I don't need another, but as I sit here and spin the handle on one of the ones I already own, it's hard not to pay the rent.

Here's the thing. He knows I don't have any vices. Booze, Cigaretts, Gambling, a cutie on the side, nada. He tells me it's okay, jeez, we're only talking $70, it's not like I'd be using rent money......I don't pay rent. Most guys spend that much on smokes in two weeks.

I kept him pretty well occupied watching monkey porn last winter, but he wised up to that. I thought maybe keeping him drunk might work this year, but he says getting the reel would be cheaper.

HELP

Plain and simple you gotta love the bait monkey, after all you go to sleep with him don't you...Hell you wake up in the morning and he is the first thing you think about....Look at this way he knows best and yes it is okay to continue to listen to him......

kadas reply :

On 1/19/2013 at 9:37 AM, BassnChris said:
Bait monkey is not the one that will make you buy the boat. I have read on this very forum that it is the Boat Gorilla that makes you buy the boat. Be very careful.
In reference to your request for help, here is my two cents. I make a rational decision about how many rod and reel combos (or whatever tackle, boat parts or fishing items is maybe). After I reach my designated item count.....I must sell one of whatever it is I want to buy. Unless of course it is replacing something damaged.

Also, I set a specific dollar amount that I can spend and I don't spend a nickel more!

Be strong my friend and always stick to the rules you set for yourself.......that's what I do!

Ps. I never ever,ever, ever stray from that rule. Well, hardly ever.

Yea--me neither

Big Bassman reply :

papajoe, you're taking the wrong approach. You love bass fishin don't ya? Take that little bait monkey and EMBRACE HIM, HUG HIM! Show him how much you care by feeding him senseless! Your addiction isn't a bad thing but a good thing. It keeps you away from more hurtful things like drugs and booze. Bait Monkey is your friend, respect him and let him lead you to great adventures and monster bass!

basseditor reply :

I went to Bass Pro Shops last month and Cabelas yesterday. I didn't buy anything at either store. Don't tell the bait monkey. What step is that in the 12-step program? Step 2 or 3?

Oops, I forgot Academy got me in between. Do I have to start over?

Step 1, my name is -- and I have an addiction.

*Hootie reply :

On 1/19/2013 at 12:34 PM, Big Bassman said:
papajoe, you're taking the wrong approach. You love bass fishin don't ya? Take that little bait monkey and EMBRACE HIM, HUG HIM! Show him how much you care by feeding him senseless! Your addiction isn't a bad thing but a good thing. It keeps you away from more hurtful things like drugs and booze. Bait Monkey is your friend, respect him and let him lead you to great adventures and monster bass!

Thats the answer, the REAL answer.

Hootie

gripnrip reply :

My wife caught me talking to myself the other day. I was looking at gear at the numerous internet sites. She looked at me funny and asked if I was okay. I said yeah just talking to the Bait Monkey. AHHHHHH the look on her face! She thinks I am even crazier now!

Fish Chris reply :

I bet I didn't spend $100 last year on actual fishing tackle.

Of course GAS, launch fees, license, etc. are expensive as $%$% !

The bait monkey would starve to death if he depended on me.

Fish

SudburyBasser reply :

For the past few weeks -- after a binge at a clearance shelf at a local store -- I've successfully resisted the bait monkey. Not even the convenience of eBay has been enough to make me break. How long this will last I have no idea but it feels good not to be feeding that addiction. Not to mention cheaper.

Shoalamfishin reply :

I have no suggestions other that what been said. The rule seems to be like a commandment to bass fishers. I myself have the... addiction... I find that I literally cannot go into town with any cash on hand if I am am going to be near sporting goods store. If I do not have a set agenda or a mission for a shopping outing it can turn into a bait buying extravaganza. When I lose something to a break off (forbid, oh help me) anything with significant value I have to replace it.

Shouldn't they have help groups for things like this? The bigger issue is I don't want help! Embrace it right?

I have had to find cheaper baits myself just to satisfy to "bait monkey", am haven't made it into the no-buy-zone yet but I have managed to cut down SOME of my ridiculous impulse spending.

jhoffman reply :

We almost had a round yesterday, till I had to drop $160 on groceries. I had my TW order ready to submit.

Then she drops on me... we need to save $2000 for a new house. First words out of my mouth... yeah maybe but the boat trailer needs new rims and tires at minimum oh and I also need a new fish finder at the console so I can move the console one to the bow.

Fishing Rhino reply :

The bait monkey doesn't bother me anymore. I fed him until he died of bloat. Free at last.

Bankbeater reply :

Sorry dude. There is no cure. Your dead meat.

shootermcbob reply : papajoe222, I do believe you are looking at this all wrong.

I have been married for over 21 years now. Here is how this works:

Spend the 70.00 bucks on the reel. Matter of fact, get two!

Shipping fees and tax do not count.

When asked...You have just SAVED 119.98 dollars....which is the difference between regular price and sale price!

This is called WOMEN'S MATH. Most men don't have the courage to use this. We are counting on you!

bait__Monkey reply :

Used guys so funny. we saved money all da time.

u no i have sister? yep

she shop wit your wives and girlfriends, dey kep it secret.

new2BC4bass reply :

I had planned on making this a new thread until I found this thread so might as well ask here. Anyone aware of any FAGs in my area? Fishing Addiction Group. I promised myself a few weeks ago that I absolutely would not buy any more reels. Already had 8 more reels than rods. Then in about a week-and-a-half I purchased 2 more....a Gen 1 Premier in near mint (one light scuff mark) and a like new except upgraded Sol.

Reels are easier than rods to get past my wife's attention meter, However, I have been loading the closet up in hopes that a couple more won't get noticed.

SudburyBasser reply :

_{Got me again today. Now I have to buy a new rod to go with the new baitcaster.}

_{Well played monkey boy. Well played.}

papajoe222 reply :

On 1/22/2013 at 2:29 AM, new2BC4bass said:
I had planned on making this a new thread until I found this thread so might as well ask here. Anyone aware of any FAGs in my area? Fishing Addiction Group. I promised myself a few weeks ago that I absolutely would not buy any more reels. Already had 8 more reels than rods. Then in about a week-and-a-half I purchased 2 more....a Gen 1 Premier in near mint (one light scuff mark) and a like new except upgraded Sol.

Reels are easier than rods to get past my wife's attention meter, However, I have been loading the closet up in hopes that a couple more won't get noticed.

If that Sol is a baitcaster and you ever need to unload it, contact me. I love mine and would find the money even if it meant going without groceries for a couple of weeks. Who needs food anyway?

Big Bassman reply :

You can never have too many rods, reels, or baits! First of all, you have to have spares in case there is a need and you don't have time to purchase new. Maybe perfect fishing weather or tournament this weekend? Anyway, spares are an absolute must! Second, if you pass up a good deal you will always regret it! And third, already mentioned "womens math", the amount of money you will save over a lifetime of bass fishing will be incredible! One also must remember the security and peace of mind along with the mental stability you and your family will benefit from. As I have previously stated, YOU MUST EMBRACE, LOVE, AND CHERISH the BAIT MONKEY! He is now and always will be a bass fishermans best friend. He only does what he does because we mean so much to him! One is the Master and one is the Slave, you decide!

BassnChris reply :

It was my wife's turn to host her bunco party.......so my son and I grabbed a Ron's chili burger and the off to our Bass Pro.

I laughed out loud at the bait monkey and advised him I would absolutely not buy any bait or tackle. This fine and glorious evening!

Then while I was not looking, his brother or cousin, the boat monkey sneaked up on me and made me buy a dang boat seat. That dag gum bait monkey was laughing at me all the home!

Guess I can always blame my wife and her bunco gang of gals.

new2BC4bass reply :

On 1/23/2013 at 10:56 AM, papajoe222 said:
If that Sol is a baitcaster and you ever need to unload it, contact me. I love mine and would find the money even if it meant going without groceries for a couple of weeks. Who needs food anyway?

It is a baitcaster, and I may have to give up eating for awhile myself. I can live on my waistline for a few weeks.

Hoping to finally get the spacers made for my Presso spool sometime the next couple of weeks. It will be going into this reel instead of the first Sol I bought which is stock. Been putting the project off for over a year.

Bait Monkey bit me in the butt again last night. Just sent payment for a purple Alphas 103L that is in the flea market. Approximately half my reels are Daiwas. Didn't plan it that way. They range from a Procaster 100HN on closeout at TW for $30 to a TD-Z 103HL Type R that I don't even want to think of how much it cost. I can't afford any of the new high end Daiwas. Used is good. This last Sol looks brand new. So do several other used reels I bought such as the Patriarch XT and Lews Tournament Pro.

BTW, had the Procaster cleaned before using, and it seems to be a real solid reel for the money. I like its color better than the Zillion PE Line Special. Don't care for all the gold on that reel. Pictures looked better than the real thing.

Shewillbemine reply :

Proud of myself. Last night, I filled up an entire shopping cart on Tackle Warehouse and kept justifying the free shipping for a minimum $50 purchase.

I then looked at the checkout site and clicked "X" on the top right since I'm still waiting for my BPS order to arrive.

Walked into a local tackle shop today and bought ONE $2 product. Woohoo!

RODNEY reply :

It's easy; pay your bills, buy food, buy cloths, invest for your retirement so you can retire and fish; money left for bait monkey 0$

Rodney

SudburyBasser reply :

Sadly the bait monkey got me again. Coming back from Toronto (saw Soundgarden in concert again!) I finally visited my first Bass Pro Shop on Sunday (it's four hours away from where I live).

I didn't need anything. Nothing. An hour and a half later I had a full basket and I hadn't even ventured outside of the fishing section.

So much for saving money post-Christmas.

gripnrip reply :

On 1/30/2013 at 11:08 AM, SudburyBasser said:
Sadly the bait monkey got me again. Coming back from Toronto (saw Soundgarden in concert again!) I finally visited my first Bass Pro Shop on Sunday (it's four hours away from where I live).

I didn't need anything. Nothing. An hour and a half later I had a full basket and I hadn't even ventured outside of the fishing section.

So much for saving money post-Christmas.

I don't set foot in my local BPS UNLESS I have at least $110 to spend. The 10 bucks is for the taxes!

Jaiden reply :

He got me last week. After a trip to Cabela's, BPS, Academy, and Dick's, I spent $75 on baits while I'm trying to save up for Bass Pro's Spring sale. "You can never have too many baits", he says.

Jig Meister reply :

The only way to be happy is to just buy that thing you want. Can't take it with you, so might as well have it now.

SudburyBasser reply :

That furry wretch bit again today -- though I think LgMouthGambler will appreciate this.

Boss called today and said not to come in for work because of an extreme weather alert. Second time this week. So of course I jump in my Jeep and drive across town to the local outdoor store because I had bought a BPS reel for a dedicated crankbait setup and needed a rod. I ended up buying a Compre because my worm and jig rod from that lineup did a fantastic job last summer. Almost bought a Crucial but couldn't justify it at this point.

Pass by the counter and see Shimano Caius baitcasters on sale. Yeah, they aren't Chronarchs or Curados but it was a 6.5:1 reel that would do decently as part of a top water setup. Ended up picking that up and a Shimano reel cover (If you're going to be a brand *****, might as well go all the way). Hell, they even slapped on Suffix 832 braid for free.

So now I have a reel sitting on my desk which is screaming for a dedicated topwater rod. Guess I'll be going next week to get another Compre. Sigh. On the positive side, I passed by a table of half-price River2Sea and Live Target lures and not buying anything so I suppose I did win...kind of.

Big Bassman reply :

I know I am new here fellas, but I am sooooo proud of your commitment to bass fishing and support for the "Bait Monkey", our true friend and lasting fishing partner! And SB, I can relate to the ever spiriling "rod needs reel" or "reel needs rod" senario. I quit counting how many times that has happened to me, but in the end I always feel good about the final result. You can never have too much of a good thing! Congrats on all the quality savy smart buys you boys have gotten lately!

SudburyBasser reply :

Okay, so I only went to the outfitter to buy some stuff for an every day carry shore fishing set-up in case I drive by a lake and feel the urge.

Made the mistake of stopping by the reel counter and saw the Shimano CI4 was on sale. Walked out with the stuff for the shore fishing kit...and the CI4. Thank God for that large tax refund...sigh. Oh well, at least my worm and jig set up is absolutely going to kick butt.

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