Freshwater Bass Fishing Tackle

The Hookup Baits Mermaids Milk scent offers a unique consistency, strength, and color that attracts fish effortlessly. The convenient bottle and applicator are specifically designed for use with Hookup Baits Jigs. Featuring a unique consistency, strength, and color, the Hookup Baits Mermaids Milk scent is an irresistible attractant for fish. As an expert angler, you know the power of scent in luring in your catch. The convenient bottle and specially designed applicator make it effortless to use alongside Hookup Baits Jigs - perfect for a hassle-free fishing experience.

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The Z-Man DieZel MinnowZ is a highly durable paddle-tail swimbait designed for both freshwater and saltwater fishing. It is made from Z-Man's proprietary 10X Tough ElaZtech material, which makes it resistant to tearing and allows it to survive multiple strikes from toothy fish.

Key Features

• ElaZtech Durability: The material is incredibly soft yet nearly indestructible, often lasting through dozens of catches.

• Buoyancy: Unlike traditional plastics, ElaZtech is naturally buoyant, which allows the tail to float up when at rest, creating a more lifelike presentation.

• Weedless Design: It features a molded-in belly hook slot and a split dorsal fin to hide the hook point, making it easy to fish through heavy grass and cover.

• Versatile Sizes: Available in 4-inch, 5-inch, and 7-inch models to match various baitfish profiles.

Karashi is Japanese mustard. Megabass named it for the kick — a small bait that does something sharp enough to break a fish out of a bad mood.

Short version: 2.3", 3/16 oz, slow-sinking, #10 trebles with a tinsel teaser on the rear hook. Built for BFS and light spinning gear, and for the days when everything bigger gets followed and refused.

Four Presentations, One Lure

The reason to own a Karashi is that it isn't one bait. Change what your rod tip does and you change what it is:

• Ultra-finesse i-motion. A super-slow retrieve produces a vulnerable, injured wobble. This is the one for lethargic, cold-front fish that won't chase anything.
• Sub-surface twitching. Sharp rod snaps make it dart and flash just under the film — the presentation that converts a follower into a biter.
• Surface dog-walking. Rhythmic twitches walk it on top. Pause, and because it's slow-sinking it settles and then rises like a panicked baitfish. That pause is where a lot of the bites happen.
• Bait-busting panic mode. Fast upward pops and a quick retrieve make it splash, leap and skitter — pure reaction, for aggressive fish.

Work through all four before deciding the bait isn't producing. Most anglers try one, get nothing, and put it away.

Slow-Sinking Is the Point

A floating bait sits on top and a sinking bait falls away. This one hangs — it descends slowly enough that you can fish the pause as a presentation rather than as dead time.

That's what makes the dog-walk different here: stop the retrieve and the bait doesn't just sit there waiting, it settles and rises. Count the pause out. Two seconds, then four, then six, until something answers.

The Detail Work

Megabass builds this with 3D scales, raised gill rakers, lateral line detail and their signature downward-facing eyes. On a 2.3" bait none of that is decoration — in the clear, pressured water this thing is designed for, a fish gets a long close look before it commits.

The rear treble carries a tinsel teaser, which adds flash and a little undulation at rest. It's part of the bait's action, not a garnish.

Karashi Finesse or Karashi 80?

Megabass's naming doesn't help here — one is a word, the other is a number. This is the smaller of the two.

See the Karashi 80 →

When It Beats a Jerkbait or a Spybait

• High-pressure lakes. Fish that have refused every jerkbait on the water haven't necessarily seen this action.
• Clear water, close inspection. The finish detail earns its money exactly where fish get a long look.
• Cold fronts and lethargic fish — the ultra-slow i-motion retrieve is a genuine dead-stick alternative.
• When you don't know what they want. Four presentations on one cast beats retying four times.

Fishing It Around Santa Clarita

This is the bait for late summer on a lake that's been hammered all season. We publish Castaic Lake fishing reports with current conditions — worth reading before you decide which presentation to lead with.

Recommended Gear

• Rod: BFS or light spinning, light power with a forgiving tip. #10 trebles pull out of fish on stiff blanks — this is not a bait for a heavy rod.
• Line: light braid to a fluorocarbon leader, or straight light fluoro for the sub-surface work.
• For the surface presentations, mono or a braid-to-mono leader floats and helps hold the nose up.

Pro Tips from the Tackle Express Crew

• Work the pause. On a slow-sinking bait the pause is the presentation, not the gap between them.
• Wait to feel weight on surface strikes. Setting on the splash pulls a 2.3" bait clean out of a fish's mouth.
• Change the retrieve before you change the lure. Four presentations means most "it isn't working" days are "I only tried one thing" days.
• Check the tinsel treble. It's part of the action. When it's matted or bent, the bait is a different lure.

Common Mistakes

• Fishing it on too stiff a rod. The most common reason anglers lose fish on small-treble Japanese baits.
• Treating the pause as dead time. It's slow-sinking for a reason.
• Only using one presentation. You bought four.
• Setting on sight. Wait for the weight.

Specifications

Colors are listed in the selector above and change with each production run. Individual colorways sell through quickly — call the shop and we'll tell you what's inbound.

What's Included

One Megabass Karashi Finesse in the color selected, factory rigged with #10 trebles including the tinsel teaser on the rear hook. No spare hooks or split rings included.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is it?
2.3 inches and 3/16 oz.

Does it float or sink?
Slow-sinking. On the pause it settles rather than staying on top, then rises when you start it again.

Karashi Finesse or Karashi 80?
This is the smaller one — for pressured fish, clear water, and BFS or light spinning gear. The 80 is the larger, for a bigger silhouette and longer casts.

What does "Karashi" mean?
Japanese mustard. Megabass named it for the kick.

What rod should I use?
BFS or light spinning with a forgiving tip. #10 trebles tear out of fish on stiff rods.

What's the tinsel on the back hook for?
Flash and a little movement at rest. It's part of the action — when it mats down or the hook bends, the bait behaves differently.

Which presentation should I start with?
Sub-surface twitching. If fish follow without committing, move to the dog-walk and then the panic retrieve.

Can I replace the tinsel treble?
Yes — Megabass makes an OEM tinsel treble specifically for this bait. Call the shop for availability.

Related Gear

• Megabass Karashi 80 — the larger version.
• All Megabass — the full lineup.
• Freshwater Hard Baits — jerkbaits, cranks, and twitch baits.
• Freshwater Lures — soft plastics, spinnerbaits, and more.

Buy It From People Who Fish It

We're on Soledad Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, twenty minutes from Castaic, and we fish these lakes ourselves. Deciding between the Finesse and the 80, or whether your rod is light enough for either? Call the shop — two minutes, and it stops you buying the wrong size twice.

Be prepared for the fish to strike with the FishLab Large Roller Bag. Made with heavy-duty water-resistant fabric, high-quality zippers that are resilient to rust, 4-rod holders with straps, and more! Available in a large and small model which includes tackle boxes, ample storage for your fishing arsenal, and an integrated rain shield.

FL-LRB comes with four FishLab Smoke Tinted Tackle Boxes.

FEATURES:

The Owner Micro Hyper Swivels can be used for any application to eliminate line twist. They come in a full size range from a tiny #14 (about ¼" length) to a #1 rated at 410 lbs. These are made from stainless steel to obtain the premium strength at the smallest size. These swivels rate higher in strength by size than virtually anything else on the market.

Key Features:

• Eliminate Line Twist: Designed for any application requiring twist prevention
• Full Size Range: From tiny #14 (¼" length) to #1 (410 lb rating)
• Stainless Steel Construction: Premium strength at smallest size
• Superior Strength Rating: Higher strength by size than virtually anything else
• Micro Profile: Minimal size for finesse applications
• Versatile Applications: Freshwater and saltwater fishing
• Owner Quality: Premium construction and materials

Performance Advantages:

• Line Twist Prevention: Keeps line from twisting during retrieves
• Premium Strength: Stainless steel for maximum strength-to-size ratio
• Market-Leading Ratings: Higher strength by size than competitors
• Micro Size: Perfect for finesse presentations
• Wide Range: Sizes for trout to big game fish
• Reliable Performance: Owner quality construction

Size Range:

• #14: Tiny (approximately ¼" length) for ultra-finesse
• Through #1: Rated at 410 lbs for big game applications
• Multiple Sizes: Complete range for all fishing needs

Ideal Applications:

• Eliminating line twist on spinning tackle
• Finesse fishing for trout and panfish
• Drop shot rigs and finesse presentations
• Live bait fishing
• Situations requiring minimal hardware
• Freshwater and saltwater applications
• Any fishing where line twist is a concern

When you need micro swivels with stainless steel construction, premium strength at smallest size, superior strength ratings, and full size range from #14 to #1 (410 lb) for eliminating line twist, the Owner Micro Hyper Swivels are the choice of serious anglers.

Note: These swivels rate higher in strength by size than virtually anything else on the market.

The Ima Little Stik 135 Topwater bait measures in at 5.5 inches long and weighs 1 oz. Just like its bigger brother, The Big Stik, the Litte Stik is a high-tech lunker-killer that walks, pops, spits and catches just about anything that swims.  It’s rear weighted, making it easier to cast and enabling it to sit in a position that as soon as you start your retrieve, it starts to walk and throw water up to 2 feet in front of the lure. Professional Angler & Guide, Randy Pringle, designed this bait so novice anglers and experts alike can make the bait walk back and forth to resemble an injured or feeding baitfish.

All colors have a feathered treble on the rear and regular treble hooks on the front and middle.  Often times, we will remove the front treble for better action and less chance of the line hooking on it.

5.5in 1oz

The Legendary BBZ-1 in a Compact, Fish-Catching Package

The Spro BBZ-1 Jr. Swimbait is the compact version of one of the most iconic hard swimbaits ever made. Designed by swimbait legend Bill Siemantel, the BBZ-1 Jr. delivers the same natural S-action and lifelike baitfish profile as the full-size BBZ-1 in a 6" package that triggers big strikes from largemouth bass, stripers, and other large predators. This bait has been producing for years and keeps on producing — because the action is simply that good.

Multi-Jointed Action That Swims Like the Real Thing

The BBZ-1 Jr.'s multi-jointed body produces a fluid, natural S-curve swim at any retrieve speed. Whether you're burning it near the surface, slow-rolling it through the water column, or letting a Slow Sink model hover in the strike zone, the bait stays in its lane and looks alive. Paired with lifelike finishes that match real forage species and premium Gamakatsu treble hooks, this is a hard swimbait built to get bit and keep fish pinned.

When Bass Have Seen Every Soft Bait in the Box

Pressured fish get conditioned to soft swimbaits fast. The hard-bodied BBZ-1 Jr. offers a completely different look, sound, and feel — the durable resin body displaces water differently and the jointed action creates subtle vibration that soft baits can't replicate. When the bite dies on soft plastics, tie on a BBZ-1 Jr. and change the game.

Sink Rate Options Let You Fish Any Depth, Any Condition

The BBZ-1 Jr. is available in Floater and Slow Sink models, giving you the flexibility to target fish at different depths and in different conditions. The Floater works the surface and upper water column; the Slow Sink (1 ft per 3 seconds) lets you hover the bait in the strike zone longer for finicky fish. Choose your sink rate based on where the fish are holding.

The Right Pick If...

• You want a proven hard swimbait with decades of big fish history behind it
• You're targeting largemouth bass, stripers, or large predators in fresh or inshore water
• Soft swimbaits have stopped producing and you need to change the presentation
• You want sink rate options to target fish at different depths

Best Fishing Techniques

• Steady slow-roll retrieve through the water column
• Surface or near-surface burn with the Floater model
• Hovering the Slow Sink in the strike zone on a pause-and-go retrieve
• Open water schooling fish situations
• Casting to structure, points, and drop-offs

Best Conditions

• Clear to lightly stained water where the lifelike finish is most visible
• Post-spawn and fall when bass are chasing baitfish
• Pressured fisheries where soft swimbaits have been heavily worked
• Freshwater lakes and reservoirs; inshore striper and calico fishing

Best For

• Species: Largemouth bass, striped bass, spotted bass, pike, large predatory fish
• Techniques: Hard swimbait fishing, slow-roll, surface presentation, pause-and-go
• Environments: Freshwater lakes, reservoirs, inshore saltwater

Key Features

• 6" multi-jointed hard swimbait — natural S-action at any speed
• Durable resin construction for long-lasting performance
• Lifelike finishes matching real forage species
• Premium Gamakatsu treble hooks for solid hookups
• Available in Floater and Slow Sink models
• Designed by swimbait legend Bill Siemantel

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Match sink rate to fish depth. If fish are holding near the surface or in shallow cover, go Floater. If they're suspended mid-column or holding deeper, the Slow Sink lets you hover the bait right in the zone on a pause.
• Slow down more than you think. The BBZ-1 Jr.'s action is most effective at a slow, deliberate retrieve. Most anglers fish it too fast — let the jointed body do the work and give fish time to commit.
• Check your hooks regularly. The Gamakatsu trebles are sharp out of the box, but big fish and structure can dull them. Touch up with a hook file or swap trebles after heavy use to keep your hookup rate high.

FAQ

What's the difference between the Floater and Slow Sink models?
The Floater (2 oz) stays at or near the surface and is ideal for shallow presentations and surface-feeding fish. The Slow Sink (2.25 oz) descends at approximately 1 foot per 3 seconds, allowing you to work the bait through the water column and pause it in the strike zone for suspended or deeper fish.

What gear should I use with the BBZ-1 Jr.?
A medium-heavy to heavy swimbait rod in the 7'–7'6" range pairs well with the BBZ-1 Jr. Use 15–20lb fluorocarbon or monofilament for most presentations. Fluoro works well in clear water; mono gives the Floater a slightly more buoyant action.

Is this bait good for striped bass?
Yes — the BBZ-1 Jr. is an excellent striper bait, particularly in inshore and freshwater striper fisheries. The 6" profile and lifelike finish match common striper forage, and the multi-jointed action triggers reaction strikes from fish of all sizes.

The Owner Stinger STX-58 Treble Hooks feature a new type of wire that is 20% stronger than the high carbon steel currently used in all Owner Hooks. This new ZO-WIRE helps create hooks that are smaller in diameter, yet stronger and harder than ever before. The most important characteristic for hook penetration is the wire diameter.

The Owner Stinger ZO-WIRE hooks are stronger per wire diameter than any hook on the market. The hardness of ZO-WIRE also makes the point almost indestructible. Owner Stinger STX-58 Treble Hooks feature a standard length with straight slightly curved-in Super Needle Points, and a corrosion-resistant vacuum tin finish.

Key Features:

• ZO-WIRE Technology: 20% stronger than high carbon steel
• Smaller Diameter: Yet stronger and harder
• Almost Indestructible Point: ZO-WIRE hardness
• Super Needle Points: Straight slightly curved-in
• Vacuum Tin Finish: Corrosion resistant
• Standard Length: Versatile applications
• Market Leading: Stronger per wire diameter than any hook

Performance Advantages:

• 20% Stronger: ZO-WIRE vs high carbon steel
• Better Penetration: Smaller wire diameter
• Almost Indestructible: ZO-WIRE hardness
• Stronger Per Diameter: Than any hook on market
• Superior Sharpness: Super Needle Points
• Corrosion Resistant: Vacuum tin for saltwater

Ideal Applications:

• Saltwater fishing
• Freshwater fishing
• Hard bait replacement hooks
• Crankbaits
• Jerkbaits
• Topwaters
• Any application requiring superior strength

ZO-WIRE Advantages:

• 20% Stronger: Than high carbon steel
• Smaller Diameter: Better penetration
• Harder Material: Almost indestructible point
• Market Leading: Stronger per wire diameter than any hook

When you need treble hooks with revolutionary ZO-WIRE technology that's 20% stronger than high carbon steel, smaller diameter yet stronger and harder, almost indestructible point, Super Needle Points, vacuum tin corrosion resistant finish, and market-leading strength per wire diameter for saltwater and freshwater hard bait fishing, the Owner Stinger STX-58 Treble Hooks are the choice of serious anglers.

Note: Features ZO-WIRE technology 20% stronger than high carbon steel. Smaller diameter yet stronger and harder. Almost indestructible point. Stronger per wire diameter than any hook on the market. Vacuum tin finish for corrosion resistance.

Sometimes the most versatile tool in the box is the simplest one. The Owner Round Jig Heads are built around the classic round head profile — a design that's proven itself across every freshwater technique from dragging worms on the bottom to swimming soft jerkbaits through the water column. Paired with Owner's 5318 light wire hook and Super Needle Point, these heads are ready to fish the moment you open the pack.

The All-Water-Column Jig Head

What makes the round head so enduring is its neutrality. It doesn't force a specific presentation — it adapts to whatever you need. Drag it slowly across the bottom with a finesse worm and it stays upright. Swim it mid-column with a soft jerkbait and it tracks straight. Pop it near the surface with a paddle tail and it responds instantly. The round bend hook keeps your soft plastic locked in place without tearing through the nose, and the light wire construction means the hook flexes slightly on the hookset — critical for keeping fish pinned on a light wire jig hook.

What Heavier Wire Gets Wrong

Heavy wire jig hooks require more force to drive home, which can mean missed fish on light line or finesse presentations. The Owner 5318 light wire hook drives the Super Needle Point home with minimal resistance, making it ideal for spinning gear and lighter fluorocarbon or braid setups. The round bend also distributes pressure evenly across the hook gap, reducing the chance of the hook straightening under load — a common failure point on cheaper jig heads.

An Edge Over Generic Jig Heads

• Owner Super Needle Point: Sharper out of the package than most competing brands — no touch-up needed
• Light wire 5318 hook: Easier hooksets on spinning gear and light line
• Round bend design: Keeps soft plastics secure without tearing through the nose
• Gentle on small plastics: Won't destroy finesse worms or small jerkbaits on rigging
• 5 weight options: Cover every depth and presentation from ultra-finesse to moderate depth

The Right Pick If...

• You're fishing finesse presentations on spinning gear
• You want one jig head that works from the bottom to the surface
• You're rigging small worms, soft jerkbaits, or paddle tails
• You need a light wire hook that won't tear up delicate plastics
• You're targeting bass, crappie, or other freshwater species on light line

Best Fishing Techniques

• Ned rig style: 1/16–1/8 oz with a small finesse worm — drag slowly on the bottom with minimal action
• Soft jerkbait swim: 1/8–3/16 oz with a fluke or jerkbait — twitch-pause retrieve through the water column
• Wacky-style bottom drag: 1/8–1/4 oz with a straight worm — slow drag with occasional lifts
• Swimbait retrieve: 1/4–3/8 oz with a paddle tail — steady swim at target depth
• Drop shot alternative: 1/16–1/8 oz as a lightweight head for finesse bottom work

Best Conditions

• Clear water where finesse presentations outperform power fishing
• Post-cold-front conditions when fish are less aggressive
• Pressured fisheries where fish have seen every lure in the box
• Shallow to mid-depth water (2–20 ft) across all seasons
• Calm, low-wind days when you can feel subtle bites on light line

Best For

• Largemouth and smallmouth bass on finesse presentations
• Crappie and panfish on small soft plastics
• Finesse worms, straight worms, and ribbon tails
• Soft jerkbaits and flukes (Zoom Fluke, Yamamoto Shad Shape)
• Small paddle tail swimbaits
• Spinning gear setups with 6–12 lb fluorocarbon or light braid

Key Features

• Classic round head profile: Versatile across all water column depths and presentations
• Owner 5318 light wire hook: Easy hooksets on spinning gear and light line
• Round bend: Keeps soft plastics secure without tearing through the nose
• Owner Super Needle Point: Ultra-sharp, ready to fish out of the package
• Gentle on small plastics: Won't destroy finesse worms or small jerkbaits
• 5 per pack (all sizes)

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Start light: The 1/16 oz is a killer Ned rig head — pair it with a Z-Man TRD or Berkley MaxScent Flat Worm and drag it painfully slow on the bottom. It's one of the most consistent finesse techniques in clear water.
• Fluorocarbon is your friend: 8–10 lb fluorocarbon on a spinning rod is the ideal pairing for most sizes. It sinks, has low stretch for solid hooksets, and disappears in clear water.
• Don't overlook the 3/8 oz: The heavier sizes work great for swimming a paddle tail swimbait at depth — a technique that gets overlooked because anglers associate round heads with finesse only.

FAQ

What hook sizes do the Owner Round Jig Heads come in?
The 1/16, 1/8, and 3/16 oz sizes use a Size 2/0 hook (Owner 5318 light wire). The 1/4 and 3/8 oz sizes step up to a Size 3/0 hook to match larger soft plastic profiles.

Are these good for Ned rig fishing?
Yes — the 1/16 oz size is an excellent Ned rig head. The light wire hook and round head profile are well-suited for the slow, subtle bottom presentation that makes the Ned rig so effective on pressured fish.

Can I use these for species other than bass?
Absolutely. The lighter sizes (1/16–1/8 oz) work great for crappie and panfish on small soft plastics. The round head and light wire hook are well-suited for any freshwater species you'd target on spinning gear with soft plastics.

The Z-Man Slim SwimZ 2.5" is a compact, highly versatile paddle-tail swimbait designed for both freshwater and saltwater finesse fishing. Its slender profile and unique tail design make it a go-to choice when gamefish are keyed in on small forage like glass minnows or fry.

Key Features

• 10X Tough ElaZtech: Made from Z-Man's proprietary material, these baits are extremely durable and resist nicks or tears from toothy fish.

• Curved Paddle Tail: This design provides a tight, high-frequency vibration even at slow retrieve speeds, mimicking the natural movement of small baitfish.

• Natural Buoyancy: The material allows the bait to float, which creates a tail-up posture when paused on the bottom—a natural defensive or feeding look that triggers strikes.

• Packaging: These are typically sold in 8-packs.

The Basstrix Paddle Tail 3.5" Swimbait is the original hollow body swimbait — the bait that started a revolution. At 3.5 inches, it's the perfect match-the-hatch size for threadfin shad, smelt, and small minnows, making it a tournament staple across the country. The hollow body construction collapses on the strike for superior hook-up ratios, while the signature paddle tail delivers a high-frequency kick and subtle body roll that triggers bites even in high-pressure or clear water. Hand-painted with Basstrix's multi-dimensional finish, lifelike eyes, and holographic scale patterns — it looks as good as it fishes. 4 per pack.

Key Features

• Original hollow body design — collapses on the strike for superior hook-up ratios
• Signature paddle tail action — high-frequency kick and body roll that mimics fleeing baitfish
• Hand-painted multi-dimensional finish — lifelike eyes and holographic scale patterns
• Versatile rigging — weighted swimbait hook, ball-head jig, umbrella rig, or vibrating jig trailer
• Multi-species — proven on largemouth, smallmouth, spotted bass, and Calico bass
• 13 proven color patterns — 4 per pack

Specifications

Lucky Craft Sammy Topwater Lure

There's nothing quite like the moment a bass explodes on a topwater bait — and the Lucky Craft Sammy was built to make that happen again and again. A legendary surface lure trusted by tournament anglers worldwide, the Sammy combines the seductive walk-the-dog action of a walking bait with the spitting, splashing commotion of a popper, creating a one-two punch that triggers strikes when nothing else will.

Cast it out, twitch your rod tip, and watch the Sammy dance across the surface in a tight, rhythmic side-to-side glide. The bass-calling glass rattles add an audible dimension that draws fish from a distance, while the realistic color patterns seal the deal up close. And thanks to its aerodynamic design, the Sammy launches effortlessly for extended casting distances — covering more water, finding more fish.

Features

• Walk-the-dog action combined with popper-style spitting for dual surface appeal
• Bass-calling glass rattles for added sound attraction
• Realistic, lifelike color patterns to trigger strikes
• Aerodynamic body design for extended casting distances
• Proven tournament performer with multiple competition victories

Perfect For

Whether you're working calm morning coves, open flats, or tournament waters, the Lucky Craft Sammy is the topwater lure that delivers when the pressure is on. A must-have for any serious bass angler's tackle box.

The Japanese made Fish Arrow Flash J Shad is a finesse bait in a category of its' own.  The sleek paddle tail design with a foil insert gives this bait a lifelike appearance that fools fish into sucking this bait down.  It has realistic eyes, detailed fish scale pattern, thin rear section for increased tail vibration, and a foil insert for a 3D effect.  There are many great colors to choose from to match the forage in your area.

8 per pack

The Shimano Stradic FM Spinning Reels boast an illustrious history with two decades of setting the bar for excellence. Shimano is famed for its fishing tackle innovation, and the Stradic FM lives up to this impressive reputation with cutting-edge technology, design, and features to excel in the water. Fresh and inshore saltwater anglers are sure to find a model to meet their goals, ready to provide reliable service.

The Stradic FM features trickle-down technologies from Shimano's flagship Stella reel. InfinityXross gear tooth design increases surface contact, spreads load out over a larger surface area, and enhances efficiency and durability. Working along with Hagane cold foraged gearing and MicroModule II, the gearing not only feels remarkable with every turn of the handle out of the box but continues to feel the same way for years of use to come.

Infinity Drive technology provides unparalleled cranking power for even the toughest fights, while the Dura Cross Drag system yields ten times the felt drag life and ensures smoothness and durability. Shimano X-Protect technology further safeguards the Stradic, utilizing coatings and a unique labyrinth design to prevent water ingress, all while minimizing drag and effortlessly prolonging the reel's lifespan. The new Anti-Twist Fin adds an extra layer of protection, minimizing the space between the bail arm and roller. Specifications.

The Daiwa J-Fluoro Samurai FC Hidden Fluorocarbon Line is a high-end fluorocarbon mainline perfect for Bass, Panfish, Trout, and Walleye anglers alike.

Made in Japan, Samurai FC Hidden Fluorocarbon is designed to bring a new level of fishability to all, offering a multitude of sizes with varying levels of stretch and stiffness and super small diameters

Wound on ergonomic spools with convenient filler-enabled spool protectors, a D-Vec halfway sticker is located at 110 yards to inform the user of the available line, and an extra-large spool band is included on bulk spools for easy line management.

A must-have for anglers who are serious about masking their presentations, the Daiwa J-Fluoro Samurai FC Hidden Fluorocarbon Line provides unmatched strength and abrasion resistance and conceals your line in stained water conditions.

Master finicky fish and pressured waters with the Z-Man Jack Hammer Stealth Blade Chatterbait, a refined finesse bladed jig designed in collaboration with Elite Series pro Brett Hite and Japanese luremaker EverGreen International. This specialized version of the legendary Jack Hammer features a clear polycarbonate blade that produces a more subtle, high-frequency vibration and reduced flash compared to traditional metal blades.

The StealthBlade is engineered for stealth and efficiency, utilizing a specialized oval split-ring line tie that minimizes surface area to glide through vegetation without snagging. Armed with a lighter-wire Decoy fluorine-coated hook, this bait ensures effortless penetration even on lighter lines, making it the "smartest play" when you need a combination of unpredictable action and visual stealth.

Key Features:

• Clear Polycarbonate Blade: Delivers a unique sound and subdued vibration profile that excels in clear water and heavily pressured fisheries.

• Instant Start-Up Action: Patented head-to-blade connection ensures the bait starts thumping intensely from the very first turn of the reel.

• Decoy Fluorine-Coated Hook: A premium, light-wire hook designed for superior hook-up ratios with less setting effort.

• Low Center of Gravity: The fish-shaped head design allows the bait to track true and skip easily under docks and overhanging cover.

• Hand-Tied Silicone Skirt: Each skirt is meticulously wire-tied with stainless steel to ensure long-lasting durability and a premium look.

• Dual Wire Trailer Keepers: Features two heavy-duty wire keepers to lock your soft plastic trailers firmly in place duri

Built for freshwater and inshore saltwater anglers who refuse to compromise on rod performance when traveling, the Daiwa Ardito TR is a 3-piece travel spinning rod engineered with the same blank technologies found in Daiwa's full-length rods. The V-Flex Ferrule Joint System is the key differentiator — strategically placed ferrules that bend with the rod rather than creating stiff joints, delivering smooth, powerful action through the blank that is virtually indistinguishable from a one-piece rod. The X-45 Bias Construction wraps the blank fibers at a 45-degree bias to prevent twisting under load, providing greater strength, sensitivity, and hook-setting power than conventional blank construction. Breaks down and stores in an included semi-hard travel case that protects the rod during travel. 

Key Features

• V-Flex Ferrule Joint System — Strategically placed ferrules bend with the rod rather than creating stiff joints at the connection points; delivers smooth, powerful action through the full blank that closely mimics a one-piece rod's performance.
• X-45 Bias Construction — Blank fibers wrapped at a 45-degree bias prevent twisting under load; provides greater strength, sensitivity, and hook-setting power compared to conventional 0/90-degree blank construction.
• Semi-Hard Travel Case — Included semi-hard case is sturdy yet pliable; protects all three rod sections during travel in luggage, overhead bins, or rod tubes without the bulk of a hard case.
• 3-Piece Design — Breaks down into three sections for compact travel storage; fits in luggage and carry-on bags for airline travel, backpacking, and any situation where a full-length rod is impractical.
• Freshwater & Inshore Saltwater — 4 models covering Medium Light through Medium Heavy power ratings for versatile freshwater and light inshore saltwater applications.

Product Specifications

Model Selection Guide

• ARDT703MFS-TR — 7' Medium (1/4–3/4 oz, 6–15 lb): The most versatile model; covers a wide range of freshwater techniques from light spinning to moderate presentations. Best for bass, trout, and general freshwater applications on 6–15 lb line.
• ARDT703MHFS-TR — 7' Medium Heavy (1/4–1 oz, 8–17 lb): More backbone for heavier lures and larger fish; best for bass on heavier presentations, inshore saltwater species, and applications requiring more hook-setting power on 8–17 lb line.
• ARDT763MLXS-TR — 7'6" Medium Light (1/8–3/8 oz, 4–15 lb): The longest, lightest model; best for finesse freshwater applications, trout, and light spinning techniques where extra length improves casting distance and line control on 4–15 lb line.
• ARDT763MHFS-TR — 7'6" Medium Heavy (1/4–1 oz, 8–17 lb): Maximum length and backbone for inshore saltwater, heavier freshwater applications, and situations where extra reach and power are needed on 8–17 lb line.

Best For

• Airline Travel — 3-piece design with semi-hard case fits in checked luggage and large carry-on bags; V-Flex ferrules ensure full rod performance after assembly without the stiff joints of conventional travel rods.
• Freshwater Bass & Trout — 4 power ratings from ML to MH cover the full range of freshwater bass and trout techniques from finesse to power applications.
• Inshore Saltwater — Medium Heavy models (7' and 7'6") handle inshore saltwater species on 8–17 lb line; X-45 construction provides the hook-setting power needed for saltwater applications.
• Backpacking & Remote Fishing — Compact 3-piece breakdown and semi-hard case make the Ardito TR ideal for backpacking trips, remote fishing destinations, and any situation where a full-length rod is impractical.

The Keitech Model I Tungsten Casting Jig (Ver. 2.0) is Keitech's answer to fishing jigs in cover. The head is meticulously designed and tuned to slide through cover without rolling over at rest on the lake bottom — a critical detail for maintaining hook-up position in heavy structure.

The skirt is tied using 150 strands of Keitech's signature SR-40 rubber — softer and lighter than standard silicone, producing a more lifelike, breathing action. The weed guard is hand glued in perfect alignment with the hook for consistent weedless performance.

Key Features

• Tungsten head — tuned to slide through cover without rolling
• 150-strand SR-40 rubber skirt — softer and lighter than standard silicone
• Hand-glued weed guard — perfectly aligned with the hook
• Gamakatsu 3/0 hook
• Available weights: 1/4oz, 3/8oz, 1/2oz
• 20 weight/color combinations — Black Blue, Black, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse, Dark Green Pumpkin PP, Brown Purple, Green Pumpkin PP Blue Flake, Green Pumpkin PP, Green Pumpkin Black (across all weights)

The Basstrix DuraTrix 7" Jerk Minnow is built for anglers who target big fish and can't afford to lose them to a torn bait. Basstrix engineered the DuraTrix series with a proprietary soft plastic compound that outlasts standard jerkbaits through violent headshakes, multiple strikes, and aggressive hook sets — so you spend more time fishing and less time re-rigging.

The 7" profile mimics large forage like gizzard shad, hitch, and blueback herring. Its streamlined jerkbait shape produces an erratic, darting walk-the-dog action on a weighted or unweighted swimbait hook — triggering reaction strikes from pressured fish that have seen everything.

Key Features

• DuraTrix material — significantly tougher than standard soft plastics; survives multiple catches without losing flexibility
• Hyper-realistic finishes — hand-painted details and multi-layer scale patterns for unmatched realism in clear water
• Versatile rigging — weightless over vegetation, belly-weighted for deeper structure, or as a trailer on oversized scrounger heads
• Anatomical design — tapered body and lifelike eye placement create a natural silhouette that fools wary kicker fish
• 7" profile — ideal for largemouth bass, white seabass, pike, stripers, and other predatory species

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