Bait and switch is a deceptive marketing tactic that involves advertising a product or service with the intention to lure customers in, only to then offer them something different or inferior. This practice is considered unethical and is often used by unscrupulous businesses to manipulate consumers. The bait and switch tactic typically begins with an enticing advertisement that promises a great deal or a highly desirable product. This advertisement grabs the attention of the potential customer and convinces them to visit the store or check out the website. However, when the customer arrives, they soon discover that the advertised item is either sold out or no longer available. Instead, the customer is offered a substitute product that is often of lower quality or less desirable.
3:16's Original Wake was an instant classic and is still highly sought after by big bait veterans who know that size matters.
Any big bait throwing topwater fanatic who does not have one of 3 16 s Wake Jr s in their arsenal by now is surely missing out on some exciting, explosive fishing. After 11 years as a congressional investigator, Angela realized she was more fascinated by the stories at the edges of her investigations the decrepit exercise equipment in the ladies room of a Czech oil company; the curious number of framed photographs of women on a nuclear weapons official s desk; the stupendous speed by which a particular Agriculture undersecretary inhaled chili dogs than by the policies she evaluated.
Instead, the customer is offered a substitute product that is often of lower quality or less desirable. The salesperson may use various tactics to convince the customer to accept the substitute, such as claiming it is just as good or even better than the advertised item. In some cases, the customer may even be pressured into buying the substitute product, feeling that they have no other choice.
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The Evolution of a Big, Hard Bodied Bait: 3:16 Lure Company's Real Deal
| Date: | 3/16/09 |
| Tackle type: | Lures |
| Manufacturer: | 3:16 Lure Company |
| Reviewer: | Cal |
Total Score: 8.33 - GREAT
Introduction: As more and more new, big baits hit the market made by manufacturers trying to grab hold of the current craze in bass fishing, few carry with them an actual pedigree. Instead, most of these new baits are first generation products from equally new companies. Even many of the established companies seem to rest on the success of a few popular baits and concentrate on production rather than innovation.
The bait that started 3:16's journey down the path of making big, hard bodied plugs, the Armageddon.
Enter 3:16 Lure Company who, since the introduction of their very popular Mission Fish about eight years ago, has been busy pushing the envelope on what can be done with big bait designs. 3:16's latest and greatest success? Their new, 8" topwater hardbait titled "The Real Deal" a bait that retails for one hundred fifty dollars ($150) but saw a first generation signed and numbered version sell for over one thousand dollars ($1,000) on that popular online auction site. What drives big bait chuckers to such extremes and what exactly is this pedigree to which I refer? Let's take a look at the evolution of a big bait and what makes 3:16's latest big bait the Real Deal.
The Armageddon was a three sectioned, lipped floater that retailed for $250.
In The Beginning: The big, hardbait market all started out for 3:16 Lure Company with a bait called the Armageddon. This 10", 7.2 oz bait was Mickey Ellis's very first hard bodied, big bait. The Armageddon consisted of three sections and was built as a floater but with a diving bill just under the head so the bait could be waked just beneath the surface. A popular modification of this bait was to remove the bill and make it a pure floater fished on a dead stick or on a tantalizing crawl across the surface of the water. The Armageddon was discontinued at the beginning of 2008.
But alas, all good things must come to an end as the Armageddon was officially decommissioned at the beginning of 2008.
Shortly after the Armageddon, came 3:16's 10" Wake Bait, a two sectioned, hard bodied lure that is very well regarded amongst seasoned big bait throwers. Of course, the smaller version of this bait, the Wake Jr., won our Ultimate Enthusiast award back in July of 2007. Any big bait throwing topwater fanatic who does not have one of 3:16's Wake Jr's in their arsenal by now is surely missing out on some exciting, explosive fishing.
3:16's Original Wake was an instant classic and is still highly sought after by big bait veterans who know that size matters.
Completing the wake bait family for 3:16 Lure Company is the Baby Wake which made its debut late in 2007 and is a 6 inch, 2.1 ounce bait built with the tournament fisherman in mind where numbers of fish, rather than ultimate size is the goal.
3:16 now makes an entire family of wake baits capped off by the Baby Wake (far right) introduced During the fall of 2007.
Even before the Baby Wake was born, however, 3:16 had another series of hard baits in the works that were actually offered up in a limited production run. These baits were the 1-up and 2-up, respectively an eight and seven inch, three sectioned, hard bodied, lipless, sinking bait. Both baits were discontinued within their first few months of existence because Mr. Ellis was not happy with the consistency of their performance.
The Original 1-Up was introduced at the Sacramento International Sportsman's Exposition in January of 2007.
The 1-up, just this year, has re-emerged with some very subtle changes, but the 2-up, as far as we know, still lives in oblivion. Even then, 3:16's renewed eight inch, lipless sinker is a limited run bait. Why? Well, perhaps the reason behind the 1-up's limited availability has to do with Mr. Ellis's latest and arguably, greatest project.
Then, just as soon as word got out on that bait, it was discontinued only to re-emerge a year later with some very subtle changes.
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The bait and switch tactic takes advantage of the customer's desire for the original advertised product and their willingness to make a purchase. By baiting customers with an attractive offer and then switching it for something different, businesses hope to make a sale at the expense of customer satisfaction. This practice not only harms individual consumers, who may feel cheated or deceived, but it also damages the reputation of the business engaging in this fraudulent behavior. Customers who fall victim to a bait and switch scheme are likely to share their negative experiences with others, which can harm the business's credibility and lead to a loss of future customers. While bait and switch is illegal in many countries, it can be difficult to enforce and prevent. Consumers can protect themselves by doing thorough research before making a purchase, comparing prices and products from different sources, and being cautious of deals that seem too good to be true. Additionally, businesses must prioritize ethical marketing practices that build trust and transparency with their customers, rather than resorting to deceptive tactics like bait and switch..
Reviews for "The Role of Bait in Protection and Banishing Spells"
- Jessica - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Bait and Witch". The storyline felt disjointed and the characters were poorly developed. I couldn't connect with any of them and found myself not caring about what happened to them. The writing style was also a turn-off for me, with overly descriptive passages that seemed unnecessary and slowed down the pacing of the story. Overall, I found this book to be a letdown and wouldn't recommend it.
- Mark - 1 star - I did not enjoy "Bait and Witch" at all. The plot was predictable and lacked any real surprises. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult for me to believe in the characters and their motivations. Additionally, there were several inconsistencies and plot holes throughout the book that left me feeling confused and frustrated. I had high hopes for this novel, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me.
- Sarah - 2 stars - I had high expectations for "Bait and Witch", but it didn't live up to them. The pacing was slow, and the story dragged on without any real excitement. The magic system introduced in the book was confusing and poorly explained, leaving me feeling lost and unable to fully understand what was happening. The main character was also unlikable and lacked depth, making it difficult for me to root for her. Overall, I found this book to be underwhelming and would not recommend it to others.
- David - 2 stars - "Bait and Witch" was a disappointment for me. The world-building felt incomplete and lacked detail, leaving me with more questions than answers. The romance subplot also felt forced and unnecessary, detracting from the main storyline. I found myself skimming through the pages, hoping for something more engaging to happen, but it never did. Overall, I was left wanting more from this book and would not read it again.