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Bait Buster · Cast Nets
Bait Buster Cast Net, 7 ft Radius, 3/8 in Mesh
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- Item weight
- 14.4 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 12 x 12 x 11 inches
Quick take
A 7-foot radius cast net with lead-weighted perimeter for catching live baitfish quickly.
The Bait Buster 7 ft cast net has 3/8 inch square mesh that stretches to about 3/4 inch, sized for baitfish roughly 3 to 6 inches long such as shad, shiners, pinfish and silversides. Its 1.5 lb per radius foot lead sinks the net quickly, and 25 feet of poly-braided hand line comes with it. The net ships in a 3.5 gallon bucket with a lid, which keeps it contained between trips.
Best for
- Catching live baitfish from shallow water before a fishing trip
- Anglers targeting stripers, large catfish, and trophy bass
- Saltwater flats fishing where shrimp and mullet are bait
Skip if
- You have no experience casting; the technique requires practice
- You fish waters where cast nets are prohibited
Strengths
- 7-foot radius covers a large area with a single cast
- Lead line sinks quickly and forms a complete circle around prey
- Dragon Head swivel prevents line tangles that jam the net
Trade-offs
- Cast nets require practice to achieve consistent depth and spread
- 3/8-inch mesh only retains baitfish 1 inch and larger
- Lead weights add significant bulk and storage difficulty
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | cast net |
|---|---|
| Radius | 7 ft |
| Mesh | 3/8 in square |
| Lead | 1.5 lbs per foot |
| Hand line | 100 lb test braided, 25 ft |
| Swivel | Patented Dragon Head |
| Material | Nylon with 0.28mm mono |
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