The Baby Thing is the compact BFS version of the original Thing creature bait, hand-poured in Texas by WM Bayou. Scaled for ultralight finesse applications and light-line bass fishing — a proven tournament co-angler bait that catches fish on regular tackle too. Designed to float. $4.99.

When should I use the Baby Thing instead of the full-size Thing?

Post-cold-front lockjaw, gin-clear water, spotted bass on finesse setups, or heavily pressured tournament lakes where the primary bite has shut down. Its compact profile mimics small crawfish and juvenile baitfish at the same time. The full-size Thing is for power fishing, heavy cover, and punching mats.

How do you rig the Baby Thing?

Ned rig (1/16–3/16 oz mushroom jighead — the primary BFS rig), drop shot (nose-hooked, 8–12 inches off bottom), shaky head (1/16–1/8 oz), or Tokyo rig for finesse bottom contact. Cheb rig and Free rig let it flutter down naturally. Spinning gear with 4–8 lb fluorocarbon, or a BFS baitcaster built for 1/16–3/16 oz lures.

What colors does it come in?

Watermelon Red, Old Earl, Black and Blue, Green Pumpkin, Oil Slick, Honey, June Bug, Mr. Natural, Guacamole, Silver Fish, Bayou Ember, Night Sky. $4.99. Subtle naturals for clear water; Watermelon Red is a year-round producer in Texas and Louisiana.

Why buy from WM Bayou?

Hand-poured in Texas from premium plastisol. Every bait is poured, packed, and shipped by us — Texas-made, proven action.