I wanted to have a decent size Bait Box that would keep pre-rigged baits, chum blocks & cut bait fresh for use during a tourney or for a few days without taking up too much room in the boat. [img]/images/graemlins/frown.gif[/img] Now, everyone knows you can't mix your bait with your sandwiches unless your Barnacle Bill or Sinbad [img]/images/graemlins/crazy.gif[/img] Anyway I checked into those commercially sold brands and was shocked at their prices [img]/images/graemlins/shocked.gif[/img] plus they were too large.
http://www.meltontackle.com/shopping...oduct_id=10091
So I decided to construct my own:
- (1) Igloo 50qt 5-Day Cooler
- (1) Cutting Board 12" X 18"
- (2) Pad eyes & (1) 10" Bungee Cord To hang Used Rigs
- (1) 12" Stainless Steel Bar-B-Que Veggie Tray
You'll notice I added a piece of black Starboard behind the main snap latch and extended it fully. This prevents the plastic latch from cracking at the seam and breaking in a short period of time. Total Cost about $55.00 [img]/images/graemlins/wink.gif[/img]
I can hold a couple dozen rigged baits, a couple boxes of chum, a baggie of pre cut bait chucks, ice and a sandwich for Ikan [img]/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]
Hey Capt. Brad -->Notice those Frenzies [img]/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img]
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