Personally, I modify every RM Smith plug that I get. Hell, one look at them will let you know they need help. Here is how I modify it. First, I remove it from the package. Next, I attach it securely to my fishing line. That's one cool thing about Ryan's plugs, they don't come with those silly hook protectors that slow you down. Now I just aim and cast. The fish have a their own way of personalizing the plug in their own way. After a lot of casts and personal attention by a number of stripers, or a good bluefish blitz, RM's start looking right. Continue the process until you either snap it off or break it off on a fish. Then reach into your plug bag, grab another and start the process all over again
Jigman