What is the Baby Thing?
The Baby Thing is a compact BFS (Bait Finesse System) soft plastic lure made by WM Bayou in Houston, Texas. A smaller version of the original Thing creature bait, scaled for ultralight finesse applications and light-line bass fishing. American-made with premium hand-poured plastisol.
How do you rig the Baby Thing?
Best rigs: Ned rig (1/16–3/16 oz mushroom jighead, primary BFS rig), drop shot (nose-hooked, 8–12 inches off bottom on 6 lb fluorocarbon), shaky head (1/16–1/8 oz), and Tokyo rig for finesse bottom contact. Spinning gear with 4–8 lb fluorocarbon. BFS-specific reels (e.g., Shimano Aldebaran BFS) optimized for 1/16–3/16 oz lures.
When should you use the Baby Thing vs. the full-size Thing?
Choose the Baby Thing when: bass are post-cold-front and finicky, water is gin-clear (less than 3 feet visibility loss), targeting spotted bass on finesse setups, or fishing heavily pressured tournament lakes. The full-size Thing excels for power fishing, heavy cover, and punching mats.
What are the best Baby Thing colors?
Top performers: Watermelon Red (Texas/Louisiana year-round), Green Pumpkin (clear water universal), Black and Blue (stained water or low light), Old Earl (green pumpkin/brown natural match). For BFS in clear water, subtle naturals outperform bright patterns.
Is the Baby Thing effective for tournament bass fishing?
Yes — the Baby Thing is a proven tournament co-angler bait and a reliable finesse option on post-frontal days. Its compact profile mimics small crawfish and juvenile baitfish simultaneously, making it a versatile secondary bait when the primary bite shuts down. Made in Texas by WM Bayou, specifically designed for Southern bass fishing pressure.
Bro, the Baby Thing is one of those baits that just works. You know how sometimes you need something compact but with action? This is it.
This little guy was designed for BFS (Bait Finesse System) applications, but here's the thing - it flat-out catches fish on regular tackle too. The profile and action trigger bites from bass that are keyed in on smaller forage.
When to Throw It:
- Clear Water - Subtle profile doesn't spook fish
- Post-Fronts - When bass get lockjaw and won't chase big baits
- Schooling Fish - Matches size of baitfish they're feeding on
- Finesse Days - Light line, small hooks, natural presentation
Rigging Options:
Cheb Rig and Free Rig are my favorites - lets it flutter down naturally. Also kills on a Drop Shot or as a Ned Rig when you need that subtle bottom presentation.
Honest Take:
This isn't a search bait. You're not covering water fast. But when you're on fish that won't commit to anything else? Game changer.
Target Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass
Why Choose WM Bayou?
Custom American-made soft plastic hand-poured in Texas by WM Bayou. Every lure is crafted with premium materials and proven fish-catching action.
Target Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass
Recommended Techniques: BFS Texas Rig, BFS Carolina Rig, BFS Dropshot, BFS Free Rig
Made in USA • Premium Materials • Proven Performance
