BigBaitkid Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 I have been looking around my local hardware stores & lumber yards and I can't find any places that have poplar. Where would I be able to find wood at and what would be the best size to start out with to make a trout swimbait? Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 I've seen at my local Lowes. You can always try eBay ... shipping might be $$$ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rotorhead Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 I have found it at both Lowes and Home Depot. Both have it in strips and boards but it is usually only 3/4 inch thick, finished on all four sides. If you have a lumber mill nearby they usually have scraps in thicker dimensions and will give them to you. Check the moisture content before using. Rotorhead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cthulhu Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 I bough the poplar dowels I use on my rat baits at Lowe's. They have sizes up to 1.5" I think. Perfect size for a 5.5" long jointed rat body. Depending on the shape you want for your trout, these might be an option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
