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Old 03-07-2011, 10:26 AM
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Default Using table salt on bait?
I ran out of rock salt and am wondering if table salt will be an adequate substitute. I dont see why it wouldnt help preserve. I appreciate any feedback, thanks.
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Old 03-07-2011, 01:19 PM
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we used table salt when we had no sea salt available.
works fine. i.m.o

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Old 03-07-2011, 09:54 PM
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It'll still preserve it, but the iodine in the table salt will discolor (brown) your bait.
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Old 03-07-2011, 09:57 PM
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i will only salt shinner in summer....
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Old 03-07-2011, 11:16 PM
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"i will only salt shinner in summer.... "
Ok..

yea i noticed the discoloration, seems to be working tho
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