timber tigers

[bassinbob]

I just ordered some of the timber tigers, 3 #1's and a #5. Anyone have any input on this brand? Wanted to use them for wood and such.

[zooker]

they are a great bait..i use them some...


zooker

[abu4600]

Who makes the timber tigers? And can yall post some pics?

[Jim45498]

HERE YA GO......Worden's Timber Tiger DC-5 and DC-8Worden Lure's Timber Tiger DC-5 Crankbait (3500 series). Body length: 2-1/4"(excluding lip). Weight: 3/8 ounce. Depth: 5' on 10 lb. line.Worden's Lures Timber Tiger DC-8 Crankbait (3400 series) Body length: 2-3/4" (excluding lip). Weight: 1/2 ounce. Depth: 7-8' on 10 lb. line.Lure designer Tom Seward has put a lot of thought and theory into Timber Tiger crankbait development and he's devoted more than the usual attention to crankbait color patterns too. As a result of Seward's research, the snag-resistant features and color schemes of Timber Tigers are unique.
I was first introduced to the Timber Tiger a few years back by one of Japan's top national pros (at that time). He really didn't fish any other methods except to throw the DC-5 and DC-8 (best two models according to him) day in and day out into the very worst, badly-tangled flooded brush fields few other crankbaits could get through - and he pulled a lot of bass out. Basically, he based his fishing career on doing that in Japan and then the USA, including winning some of the highest tournaments and titles in the JBTA (Japan Bass Tournament Association).
According to manufacturer's catalog:
The DC-5 has exceptional snag-resistance for a small lure, easy casting, a true 5 foot dive on 10 lb. line. Back-up capability from bottom contact (12") and it will not roll over on bottom contact to expose hooks.

• Quick, sharp dive angle
• Wide splayed "Timber Roller" lip. Special center ridge rolls lure on side over most snags.
• Premium airbrush paintwork.
• Special injection molding plastic for superb vibrations and sound production - a Worden's exclisive.
• "Timber Guard" side fins on belly and tail reduce hang-ups in rocks and brush.
• "Tite-Tuck" belly hook position. Hook pivots away from snags easier.

According to manufacturer's catalog:
The DC-8 "DEFLECTOR" is the best-performing medium depth crankbait available today, and the vibration and "action" are among the all-time best in crankbait designs. The DC-8 produces an ideal double or "skip-beat" body motion right at average, medium crankbait retrieve speeds and it easily makes the transition from lowest retrieve speeds to the highest without a hitch.

• Lip design produces sharp dive, quick mid-depth dives.
• Splayed, coffin style lip with center ride. Loud deflection from cover contact and snag resistance.
• The body shape produces vicious vibration
• The first hybrid crankbait with both flatside and alphabet "fat" plug ideal features combined.
• Special "Timber Guard" side fins on belly and tail reduce hang-ups in rocks and brush.
• "Tite-Tuck" belly hook position. Hook pivots away from snags easier.

[Bender]

They look a lot like Speed Traps. Can anybody that has both tell me the difference?

[zooker]

no blocker fins on the body..

zooker

[abu4600]

I have a speed trap and i have caught some nice fish on it. Thanks for the pics.

[pig_n_jig]

Wordens catch fish but they don't give them away.I like the DC3,5,8's.I like the non rattle better than the ones with rattles.

I hate the duo clip snap thingy on them.I wish they had a split ring but it doesn't work with the line tie eyelet design . The eye is recessed into the molded plastic. P N J

I would rather buy Luhr Jensens (Which the speed trap is). The brush baby and hot lips catch as many fish and have a relatively same attitude from a slightly different body & lip design. P N J

[pig_n_jig]

Originally Posted by Bender

They look a lot like Speed Traps. Can anybody that has both tell me the difference?

As I mentioned above. The speed trap is made by Luhr Jensen and the timber tigers are made by Worden. P N J