This is the very first blog post on TournamentStrong.com — and we wanted to start it by saying thank you. Whether you’re pouring in your garage, running a full shop, or somewhere in between, Tournament Strong was built for makers just like you.
Soft-plastic bait making is growing faster than ever, but the tools, systems, and education available to creators haven’t always kept up. That’s why we started this blog: to share real solutions, real workflows, and real-world advice that helps you pour smarter, faster, and stronger.
Why Tournament Strong Exists
Every bait maker eventually hits the same roadblocks:
- Inconsistent plastisol temperatures
- Slow melt times or uneven heating
- DIY builds that work… but not for long
- Limited ability to scale from hobby pouring to real production
- Hard-to-control pour spouts that cause waste or messy molds
Tournament Strong was created to solve those problems by giving makers professional-grade systems that stay reliable, batch after batch, season after season.
The Tournament Strong Presto Pot Lineup
Our goal has always been simple: create the strongest, most stable Presto Pot systems that make the pouring process cleaner, faster, and more consistent.
The Single TS Presto Pot
Reliable heat control, stable mounting, and a clean laminar pour. Perfect for beginners or anyone pouring one color at a time.
The TS Twins Dual-Pot System
Two Presto Pots mounted together so you can run two colors at once, swap recipes faster, or pour laminates with total consistency. If you’ve ever wanted to master multi-color baits or scale production, this setup is designed for that exact workflow.
Why These Systems Work
- Precise temperature management
- Rock-solid mounting and stability
- Smooth, controlled pour spouts
- Heavy-duty hardware built for daily use
- Designed by makers, for makers
We’ve tested, upgraded, and refined every part of our systems so you can focus on creating — not fighting with your tools.
Where Color, Creativity, and Soft Plastics Come Together
If you’ve been experimenting with new color blends, laminates, or seasonal bait patterns, the TS Twins unlocks a whole new level of freedom. Running two colors at once means your imagination is the only limit.
Looking for inspiration? We regularly reference detailed color recipes, mold breakdowns, and soft-plastic tutorials over at SoftPlasticBaitMaking.com. It’s one of the best places online to explore new color ideas, find step-by-step pours, and learn from real makers in the community.
What You Can Expect From This Blog
This blog is just the beginning. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be posting:
- Beginner guides for Presto Pot pouring
- Dual-pot workflows and laminate tutorials
- Soft-plastic color recipe features (with links to SPBM)
- Mold reviews and best practices
- Maintenance tips for keeping your system running strong
- Behind-the-scenes looks at new Tournament Strong gear
If you’re a bait maker looking to level up your production, experiment with color, or simply get better consistency from your pours, you’re in the right place.
Welcome to the Strong Side
We’re excited to grow this resource and help makers everywhere pour stronger, cleaner, and more creative soft plastics.
Stay tuned — we’re just getting started.