Freshwater Bass Fishing Tackle

Features:

• The River2Sea Whopper Plopper 60 is a new, even smaller version of Larry Dahlberg's classic topwater lure.
• Measures just 2 3/8 inches, weighs 1/4 ounce.
• Propeller-like tail rotates and creates tons of surface commotion at a variety of retrieve speeds.
• Pre-rigged with size 8 black nickel trebles.
• Available in 8 essential topwater colors.

The Whopper Plopper 60 by River2Sea is a scaled-down version of Larry Dahlberg's beloved topwater lure series. At a mere 2 3/8 inches and 1/4 ounce, the Whopper Plopper 60 packs all the same enticing surface action as its larger counterparts in a compact and adorable form.

Not your average topwater lure, the River2Sea Whopper Plopper 60 features a propeller-like tail that adds an extra element of fun with its rotating motion and unique "plopping" splashing sounds. This tail is no joke either, built to withstand the rough conditions of rocks, wood, and big freshwater fish.

While the Whopper Plopper 60 is the smallest Whopper Plopper in terms of length, it has a deeper, wider belly that creates more of a bluegill profile like the Whopper Plopper 75. All in all, the Whopper Plopper 60 is a great choice for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass when the topwater bite is strong, but fish are pressured and used to a smaller forage base.

The Swimbait Republic Glideway 176 Glide Bait has been designed to trigger the bite of these smart big fish, thanks to its realistic slow moving action. It has been perfectly balanced to adopt a natural position on the stop, but also to perform perfectly under any speed or type of retrieve: from fast steady to super slow steady, side walk, twitching, heavy sweeps... It's a true freestyler!

 Specs:

Designed by TacticalBassin's own Matt Allen and Tim Little, the River2Sea Tactical DD Crankbait brings a new approach to crankbait fishing. With a tight action, strong rattle, and impeccable color patterns, this bait is designed for year-round performance. While a proven fish catcher in warmer waters, this bait continues to shine through the coldest temperatures when other baits fall to the wayside. True year-round crankbait performance has been attained with the Tactical DD Crankbait! With their attention to detail and combined fishing knowledge, Matt and Tim meticulously designed and tested every aspect of this bait for big bass performance.

The Tactical DD Crankbait features a unique head shape that maximizes surface area for maximum dive depth. Combined with a weight transfer system for long-range castability, the bait plunges to the bottom, achieving far greater depths than any similarly sized bait. Each premium finish is designed to elicit a feed response in the biggest bass, while the baits aggressive hunting ability and fast rise, draw reaction strikes from the wariest of bass, even in difficult conditions.

The Dirty Jigs Guppy Swimbait Jig Head is designed for fishing small swimbaits and the vertical jigging technique that dominated the 2017 B.A.S.S. Elite Series tournament held on Cherokee Lake. The Guppy Head is built around either a 1/0 or 3/0 extra sharp 90-degree line tie Gamakatsu hook. Its 90-degree jig head design allows for a perfectly horizontal lure position, making it the ideal jighead for vertical jigging, as well as, other small swimbait applications.

The Jackall Dooon Spinnerbait features a tight action, great search bait, and balanced design to create an efficient lure. The ability to adapt to quick or slow retrieves and its realistic imitations of both small and large bait fish make this an ideal choice for any user. It is constructed with a unique blade design and durable wire, as well as a unique head with eye for an aesthetically pleasing presentation. It is crafted with premium components for superior performance.

The Keitech Shad Impact 3" is a streamlined soft jerkbait with a natural fish profile that attracts species in both fresh and saltwater. Coated in Keitech's strong squid scent, the Shad Impact glides and swoops through the water with the slightest twitch of the rod tip. On the pause, it falls slowly with a side-to-side wobble similar to a soft stick bait — a highly effective trigger for finicky fish. Also proven on drop shot and Keitech tungsten jig heads.

Key Features

• 10 per pack
• Squid scent infused — strong fish attraction
• Glide and wobble action — on the twitch and on the fall
• Effective techniques: twitch, drop shot, jig head
• Freshwater and saltwater proven
• 10 colors available — Gizzard Shad, Smallmouth Magic, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Sight Flash, Ayu, Bass Candy, Ghost Sunfish, Chart Back Pearl, Green Pumpkin Green & Purple Flake

Compact Tungsten Weight for More Feel on the Bottom

The Reins TG Tungsten Slip Sinker gives freshwater anglers a smaller, more sensitive alternative to traditional lead weights. Made with 95% tungsten and 5% nickel alloy, it has a specific gravity of 18.2 and is approximately 40% smaller than a comparable lead sinker. That compact profile helps your rig move through cover with less bulk while keeping more feedback in your hands.

Choose Black or Green Pumpkin, then match the weight to the depth, current, cover, and presentation you are fishing. The lineup runs from finesse-friendly 1/16 oz sizes through 1 oz options for heavier bottom-contact work.

Why the Smaller Profile Matters

A tungsten slip sinker puts less material around your line than lead for the same listed weight. That can help the rig enter cover more cleanly, maintain bottom contact, and transmit changes in bottom composition or a light bite more clearly. Reins also uses an inner core system designed to help reduce line abrasion as the sinker slides along the line.

The Right Pick If...

• You want a compact sliding weight for freshwater bass and other bottom-oriented presentations.
• You fish punching, flipping, Texas-rig, or other techniques where size and sensitivity both matter.
• You need a broad weight range, from 1/16 oz finesse work through 1 oz heavy cover and deeper water applications.
• You prefer tungsten's dense feel and reduced profile over a larger lead sinker.

How to Choose a Size

Start light when you are fishing shallow water, sparse cover, or a slower-falling presentation. Move up in weight when you need to hold bottom in deeper water, current, wind, or thick cover. The lighter 1/16 oz through 3/16 oz sizes suit finesse-minded rigs, while the 1/4 oz through 7/16 oz range covers many everyday bottom-contact situations. The 1/2 oz through 1 oz sizes are the choice when you need a faster fall or more authority in heavy cover.

Use the color that best fits your terminal-tackle setup: Black is a clean all-purpose choice, while Green Pumpkin keeps the look closer to common natural-color soft plastics.

Models & Specs

Available sizes: 1/16 oz, 3/32 oz, 1/8 oz, 3/16 oz, 1/4 oz, 5/16 oz, 3/8 oz, 7/16 oz, 1/2 oz, 5/8 oz, 3/4 oz, and 1 oz. Pack details for the 5/8 oz variant were not included in the current source listing, so they are not guessed here.

Tackle Express Tips

• Pair a lighter sinker with a more controlled fall, then increase weight until the rig reaches bottom without overpowering the presentation.
• When fishing around rock, wood, or vegetation, the compact tungsten shape can help the rig stay manageable without adding unnecessary bulk.
• Inspect the line around the sinker after fishing heavy cover. Replace damaged line before the next trip, even when using a line-protecting inner-core design.

Common Questions

What are Reins TG Slip Sinkers made from?
They are made from a 95% tungsten and 5% nickel alloy, with a listed specific gravity of 18.2.

What colors and sizes are available?
Choose Black or Green Pumpkin. Sizes range from 1/16 oz to 1 oz, including a 5/8 oz option in the current variant selector.

Which fishing techniques fit these weights?
They are suited to sliding bottom-contact rigs, including Texas-rig, punching, flipping, and other freshwater presentations where compact size and sensitivity are useful.

Build the Rig

For a traditional bass-weight comparison, see Bullet Weights Bass Casting Sinkers. If you are building a different tungsten presentation, compare the Bullet Weights Worm Weights and VMC Tungsten Drop Shot Ball Weights.

The Spro Rat 40 Wakebait is built for the topwater blowup every angler is chasing. Two years in development and an ICAST Best of Show winner in the hard lure category, the Rat triggers the instinctive, reaction strike that big predator fish can't pass up.

Why Big Fish Can't Leave It Alone

Fussy fish often ignore a bait that moves too clean or too predictably. The Rat's wake and kick mimic something struggling on the surface, which flips the switch from a fish watching to a fish striking. When they're actively feeding, this is the real meal deal they're looking for.

One Bait, Five Retrieves

The Rat isn't a one-trick bait. Bulge it along just under the surface, v-wake it on a steady retrieve, walk the dog with sharp twitches, or pop it for a more aggressive commotion. That versatility means one bait in your box covers several presentations depending on mood and conditions.

The Right Pick If...

You're targeting big largemouth, smallmouth, or other topwater predators and want a floating bait that draws explosive surface strikes rather than subtle bites. It's equally at home worked over grass flats, points, and open water wherever big fish are keyed on baitfish near the surface.

Best Techniques and Conditions

Works best in low light, early morning, and evening when big fish move shallow to feed on top, as well as any time baitfish are active near the surface. Low wind and calm water let the wake action show at its best, though a slight chop can also trigger reaction strikes from fish keyed on the commotion.

Best For

• Big largemouth and smallmouth bass hunting topwater prey
• Early morning and evening surface bites
• Bulging, v-waking, walking the dog, or popping retrieves
• Anglers who want one bait that covers multiple topwater presentations

Key Features

• ICAST Best of Show winner in the hard lure category
• Versatile action: bulge, v-wake, walk the dog, or pop
• Sticky-sharp Gamakatsu hooks standard
• Floating body for consistent surface presentation

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Downsize to the Spro Rat 25 for finesse topwater situations, or size up to the Spro Rat 50 when targeting trophy-class fish.
• Match low light conditions, like early morning or dusk, with a natural shad pattern, and save brighter patterns like Chrome Silver for overcast or stained water.
• Upgrade to stainless steel split rings if you fish saltwater-adjacent brackish water or want extra insurance against bent hardware on big strikes.

FAQ

What's the difference between the Rat 25, 40, and 50?
They're sized differently to match the size of forage and target fish, with the Rat 40 sitting in the middle at 4 inches and 1 ounce.

What retrieve works best to start?
A steady v-wake retrieve is a good starting point, then experiment with bulging or popping based on how fish respond.

Does it come with hooks installed?
Yes, it ships rigged with sticky-sharp Gamakatsu hooks ready to fish.

Gamakatsu Superline EWG Hooks are heavy-wire, offset-shank hooks for rigging soft plastics on braided line around heavy cover. Their extra-wide gap gives a bulky bait room to compress, making them a practical choice for flipping and pitching when a lighter-wire hook is not the right match for your tackle.

Features and uses

• High-carbon, heavy-wire construction: designed for braided-line presentations in heavy cover.
• Extra-wide gap (EWG): accommodates thicker soft plastics when sized to the bait.
• Offset shank: helps position the head of a Texas-rigged plastic.
• Applications: flipping or pitching soft plastics around vegetation, including tules, pads and overhead mats.

Sizes and pack quantities

• 2/0 — 5 hooks; model 74412
• 3/0 — 5 hooks; model 74413
• 4/0 — 4 hooks; model 74414
• 5/0 — 4 hooks; model 74415
• 6/0 — 3 hooks; model 74416

Choosing and rigging your hook

Match the hook to the plastic's thickness and length, rather than choosing by bait length alone. Rig the bait straight and check that it can collapse into the gap without blocking the point. Pair the heavier wire with a rod, line and drag setting suited to the cover. A lighter-wire hook may be a better choice for light-line finesse presentations.

3 Tackle Express Tips

1. Check clearance before casting. Gently compress the rigged plastic and confirm the hook point can clear the bait.
2. Recheck after pulling through cover. Slide a shifted bait head back into position and straighten the body before the next pitch.
3. Inspect after a snag. Replace a bent hook or damaged point; heavy wire is not a guarantee against bending or breaking.

Frequently asked questions

What does EWG mean?

EWG means extra-wide gap: the space between the shank and point accommodates the body of a soft plastic.

What is the Superline version designed for?

Gamakatsu designed this heavy-wire hook for braided line in heavy cover. Match the rest of your tackle to that application.

How many hooks come in a pack?

There are 5 in sizes 2/0 and 3/0, 4 in sizes 4/0 and 5/0, and 3 in size 6/0.

Can I use these for a Texas rig?

Yes. Choose a size that lets your plastic sit straight with room in the gap, and position the point to suit the cover you are fishing.

The Z-Man Big Blade ChatterBait is a high-impact bladed jig designed by tournament champion Bryan Thrift to provide maximum water displacement and a "subwoofer-like" thump. It is specifically engineered for situations where fish need extra help locating a bait, such as cold, muddy water or night fishing.

Key Features:

• Oversized ChatterBlade: Features a stainless steel hex-blade with 70% more surface area than a standard ChatterBlade, producing an aggressive, low-frequency vibration.
• Instant Start-Up: Utilizing Z-Man's patented direct head-to-blade connection, the blade knocks against the jighead to create a unique clacking sound and ensures the bait starts vibrating immediately.
• Up-Sized Components: Built with a massive, heavy-duty 6/0 Mustad UltraPoint hook that can handle trophy largemouth, pike, or musky without the need for a trailer hook.
• Durable Construction: Includes wire-tied silicone skirts that stay in place even when skipping the bait under docks or through heavy cover.

Performance Advantages:

• Maximum Water Displacement: 70% more surface area creates subwoofer-like thump
• Low-Frequency Vibration: Aggressive vibration for cold, muddy water
• Unique Clacking Sound: Blade knocks against jighead
• Immediate Vibration: Patented direct head-to-blade connection
• Trophy Fish Capable: 6/0 Mustad UltraPoint hook handles big fish
• No Trailer Hook Needed: Up-sized components eliminate need
• Bryan Thrift Design: Tournament champion engineered

Ideal Applications:

• Cold water fishing
• Muddy water fishing
• Night fishing
• Low visibility conditions
• Trophy largemouth fishing
• Pike fishing
• Musky fishing

Recommended Techniques:

• Steady retrieve
• Slow-roll
• Skipping under docks
• Heavy cover fishing
• High-impact presentations

When you need a high-impact bladed jig with oversized ChatterBlade featuring 70% more surface area for maximum water displacement and subwoofer-like thump, patented direct head-to-blade connection for instant vibration and unique clacking sound, massive 6/0 Mustad UltraPoint hook for trophy fish, and Bryan Thrift design for cold, muddy water and night fishing, the Z-Man Big Blade ChatterBait is the choice of serious power fishing anglers.

Note: Designed by tournament champion Bryan Thrift. 70% more surface area than standard ChatterBlade. Patented direct head-to-blade connection. 6/0 Mustad UltraPoint hook. Wire-tied silicone skirts. Perfect for cold, muddy water and night fishing.

The Zoom Super Fluke Jr 4" is the compact version of the legendary Super Fluke — a split-belly soft jerkbait that produces a dying baitfish action on the jerk-and-pause retrieve. The split belly design is the key: it allows the bait to be rigged weedless for fishing through cover, or threaded onto a darter head, jig head, or scrounger head for a fully exposed hook presentation. On a scrounger head, pop it or swim it subsurface when gamefish are feeding on baitfish. On a darter head, work it with sharp twitches and pauses for a darting, wounded baitfish action that triggers reaction strikes. 10 per pack in 8 colors.

Key Features

• Split Belly Design — Weedless or Exposed Hook Rigging — The split belly is the defining feature of the Super Fluke; the belly slot allows the bait to be rigged weedless with the hook point tucked into the split for fishing through grass, laydowns, and shallow cover without snagging; the same split belly also accepts a darter head, jig head, or scrounger head for a fully exposed hook presentation when fishing open water or around sparse cover.
• Dying Baitfish Action — Jerk-and-Pause Retrieve — The soft jerkbait profile produces a darting, wounded baitfish action on the jerk-and-pause retrieve; on the jerk, the bait darts and flashes to one side; on the pause, it glides and slowly sinks with a subtle shimmy that mimics a dying or disoriented baitfish; the pause is often when the strike occurs as bass commit to the bait on the fall.
• Scrounger Head — Subsurface Baitfish Presentation — Thread the Super Fluke Jr on a scrounger head and pop or swim it subsurface when gamefish are actively feeding on baitfish near the surface; the scrounger head’s bill produces a wobbling action that complements the Fluke’s soft body shimmy for a highly realistic baitfish presentation.
• 4" Compact Profile — 10 Per Pack — The 4" Jr size matches smaller baitfish profiles (shad, shiners, small perch) and is effective when bass are keying on smaller forage or when a more compact presentation is needed; 10 baits per pack.

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Weightless Weedless — Shallow Cover & Topwater — Rig weightless with the hook point tucked into the split belly and work through shallow grass, laydowns, and over submerged vegetation; the weightless Fluke sinks slowly on the pause, producing a gliding, dying baitfish action that triggers strikes from bass holding in shallow cover.
• Darter Head — Open Water Jerkbait — Thread on a 1/8–3/16 oz darter head for a subsurface jerkbait presentation in open water; work with sharp rod tip twitches and pauses; the darter head keeps the bait in the strike zone at a consistent depth while the Fluke’s body produces the darting, wounded baitfish action on each twitch.
• Scrounger Head — Schooling Bass & Surface Feeding — Thread on a scrounger head and swim or pop subsurface when bass are schooling and feeding on baitfish near the surface; the scrounger head’s wobbling action combined with the Fluke’s shimmy produces a highly effective baitfish imitation for schooling bass situations.
• Dock Skipping — The 4" compact profile and weightless rigging make the Super Fluke Jr ideal for skipping under docks and overhanging cover; the flat body skips easily across the surface and the slow sink on the pause triggers strikes from bass holding tight under dock structure.

Lucky Craft Silent Pointer 95 Jerkbait

The lake is gin clear. The bass have seen every rattling jerkbait in the tackle shop. It's time to go silent. The Lucky Craft Silent Pointer 95 is the Pointer built for exactly these conditions — pressured fisheries and crystal-clear water where a subtle, rattle-free presentation is the difference between getting bit and going home empty-handed.

Unlike every other Pointer in the lineup, the Silent Pointer 95 has no weight transfer system and no rattling beads. It is completely, truly silent — a presentation that finicky bass simply haven't been conditioned to ignore. A fixed weight system keeps it casting effectively despite the absence of a transfer weight, and a specially formulated bill gets it into the strike zone quickly. It dives slightly deeper than the Pointer 100, working effectively at 4.5 to 5 feet — and because it sinks faster than its rattling counterparts, it reaches that depth faster too, giving you more time in the zone on every cast.

Features

• Completely silent — no weight transfer system, no rattling beads
• Fixed weight system for effective casting without a transfer weight
• Dives 4.5–5 feet — slightly deeper than the Pointer 100
• Reaches depth faster than rattling Pointer models
• Specially formulated bill for quick entry into the strike zone
• Ideal for highly pressured lakes and clear water conditions

Best For

• Techniques: Twitch-and-pause, slow-roll, finesse jerkbait
• Conditions: Clear water, pressured fisheries, post-cold front, calm days
• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass

Perfect For

When the rattles aren't working and the fish have seen everything, the Lucky Craft Silent Pointer 95 gives you a presentation they haven't. Silent but deadly — the secret weapon for tough bites.

The Megabass Uoze Swimmer has features that set it apart from the competition.  The 60 strand hand tied silicone skirt creates the action to entice big fish to strike while giving the proper color presentation to match the baitfish in your water.

The underspin blade is attached using a high quality ball bearing swivel and a wire connection point for perfect deflection off cover.  The weedguard will help prevent hangups on structure or grass, keeping your presentation on the retrieve.  

The super strong Japanese made hook features a hand tied hook keeper so your bait won't come off after throwing it all day.  Tie one on but hang onto your rod, this bait is gonna get bit!

1 per pack

When it's time to target trophy predators, the Z-Man StreakZ XL 8"is the ultimate 8-inch oversized soft plastic jerkbait. This full-bodied baitfish imitation is engineered for big-game applications, featuring a realistic split-tail design and intricate gill-plate detailing that produces a natural darting and gliding action on the retrieve. Its salt-impregnated construction adds critical weight for long-distance casting and increases the sink rate, making it perfect for both surface and deep-water presentations.

Constructed from Z-Man's legendary 10X Tough ElaZtech superplastic, the StreakZ is incredibly durable and naturally buoyant. This specialized material allows the bait to withstand repeated, aggressive strikes from toothy predators like musky, pike, stripers, and tuna without losing its lifelike flexibility. Whether you're vertical jigging offshore or working a weedless setup in heavy cover, this bait delivers a high-impact profile that triggers instinctive reaction strikes from the largest fish in the system.

Key Features:

• 10X Tough ElaZtech Construction: Delivers extreme durability that outlasts traditional soft baits, even when targeted by toothy predators.

• Salt-Impregnated Body: Increases weight for superior casting distance and ensures a faster sink rate for subsurface applications.

• Realistic Baitfish Action: Features a split-tail design and molded gill plates that create a natural, unpredictable darting motion.

• Maximum Versatility: Naturally buoyant and effective for topwater, midwater, or deepwater fishing across fresh and saltwater environments.

• Integrated Hook Slot: Designed with a specialized slot to facilitate easy weedless rigging in heavy vegetation or timber.

• Optimized Rigging: Pairs perfectly with heavy-duty hardware like 8/0 HeadlockZ jigheads or 10/0 ChinlockZ SWS weighted hooks.

• Target Species: A proven producer for Stripers, Snook, Cobia, Musky, Pike, Tuna, and monster Largemouth Bass.

The Hookup Baits Mermaid's Milk scent has the consistency, strength, color that fish can't keep their teeth off of. The bottle and applicator is easy to use, and is designed specifically for Hookup Baits Jigs.

This scent really works and is designed for easy application.  It last a long time and can be applied inside the tube to slowly release the scent.  It can also be used on any lure or bait and is very effective on all game fish.

The Inshore Casting Rod That Does Everything.

Inshore saltwater fishing doesn't ask for a specialist. It asks for a rod that can flip iron into a kelp paddy, pitch live bait under a dock, pull a stubborn calico out of thick cover, and still have enough reach for a shore cast into moving current. The Phenix M1 Inshore Casting Rod is built for exactly that range of demands. Nano tube blank technology delivers increased sensitivity and lifting power in a lightweight, dynamically balanced package. The extended foregrip — developed directly from customer feedback — gives inshore anglers the two-handed leverage they need when a fish runs for structure. Three active models cover 7'11" to 7'9", Medium Light through Heavy.

What Nano Tube Technology Delivers

Nano tube construction modifies the blank at a molecular level — the resin system incorporates nano-scale particles that increase the inter-laminar bond strength between carbon fiber layers. In practical terms, the blank is stiffer per unit weight and transmits vibration more efficiently than standard graphite construction. You feel the iron tick off kelp. You feel the subtle hesitation of a calico picking up a jig before it commits. And when the fish runs, the lifting power the nano tube blank generates means you turn it faster than the rod's weight class suggests you should.

Built for Kelp, Structure, and Open Water

The M1 Inshore SMX lineup uses Fuji O-ring guides — the ring-in-ring design reduces friction on the cast and handles heavy braid loads cleanly — paired with a custom high-density EVA split grip handle and Phenix's own split reel seat. The extended foregrip is the detail that separates the M1 from standard casting rods: it gives you a second grip point when you're pumping a fish out of structure or managing a long fight at the rail. The 7'9" Heavy (SMX-79H) features a full grip for anglers who prefer the added contact surface on heavier applications.

Why It Beats the Competition

• Nano tube blank technology — increased sensitivity and lifting power per unit weight; stiffer inter-laminar bond than standard graphite construction
• Extended foregrip — customer-requested addition; gives you two-handed leverage on fish that want to go back into structure
• Fuji O-ring guides — ring-in-ring design reduces friction and handles braid loads at saltwater line classes
• Custom high-density EVA split grip + Phenix split reel seat — lightweight and secure; designed for all-day inshore use
• Broad model lineup — 7'3" to 9'0" in the full series, covering everything from medium-weight calico applications to heavy shore fishing

The Right Pick If...

• You fish Southern California inshore — calico bass, yellowtail, white seabass — and need a casting rod that handles both kelp structure and open water
• You want the extended foregrip for two-handed leverage on heavy fish or long fights
• You fish iron, live bait, and soft plastics from the same rod and need a blank that loads properly across that range
• You want a lightweight rod with genuine lifting power — not a heavy-duty stick that fatigues you over a long day
• You need a 7'11" casting rod for longer presentations on structure or pelagic bait fishing

Best Fishing Techniques

• Iron jigging (yo-yo and surface iron): The SMX-711MH (Extra Fast, 15-35lb, 2-6oz) is the primary iron model; the extra-fast action drives hooksets and controls iron on the drop
• Live bait (sardine, mackerel, anchovy): The SMX-711ML (Fast, 10-25lb, 1-3oz) loads more softly for live bait pitches; the moderate tip keeps bait alive and reduces premature drops
• Heavy iron and large lures: The SMX-79H (Extra Fast, 20-45lb, 3-8oz, Full Grip) is the dedicated power model for heavy jigs, large swimbaits, and situations where maximum leverage is the priority
• Kelp structure and cover fishing: The extra-fast action models recover quickly after loading — important for turning fish that immediately run back into kelp after the bite
• Shore and jetty casting: The full model lineup's 8'2" and 9'0" models provide the reach needed for long shore presentations (see full spec table)

Best Conditions

• Southern California kelp beds — calico bass, yellowtail, white seabass in and around structure
• Inshore rocky reef and point fishing — mid-weight iron and live bait applications
• Sportboat and party boat fishing — the extended foregrip handles the rail pressure and rod pump leverage demands of crowded conditions
• Shore, jetty, and pier fishing — longer models provide the distance and power for surf-zone and jetty presentations

Best For

• Target Species: Calico Bass, Yellowtail, White Seabass, Halibut, Barracuda, Bonito, Rockfish
• Techniques: Iron Jigging, Live Bait, Soft Plastics, Surface Iron, Shore Casting
• Angler Level: Intermediate to Advanced — the nano tube sensitivity rewards anglers who read blank feedback; the extended foregrip is appreciated most by anglers with experience fighting fish in structure

Key Features

• Nano tube blank technology — increased sensitivity and lifting power in a lightweight build
• Extended foregrip — customer-driven design for two-handed leverage on inshore fish
• Fuji O-ring guides — reduced friction, heavy braid compatible
• Custom high-density EVA split grip handle — lightweight, comfortable for all-day use
• Phenix split reel seat — secure, lightweight, inshore-optimized

Currently Available Models

Full Series Reference

Tackle Express Tips

• Use the extended foregrip when fighting fish in kelp: The extra grip point lets you apply consistent downward rod pressure while keeping your casting hand on the reel handle — the two-handed pump is more efficient than trying to muscle a fish with one hand on a conventional grip. This is the detail that separates the M1 from standard casting rods in structure fishing situations.
• Match the action to your primary lure weight: The Fast-action ML models (SMX-711ML) are built for 1-3oz — they load correctly at those weights and give you the softer tip for live bait presentations. The Extra Fast MH models are built for 2-6oz iron and hard presentations where a quick hookset is more important than tip softness. Running 4oz iron on an ML model or 1oz live bait on an MH model costs you performance on both ends.
• Run 30-50lb braid to a 20-30lb fluorocarbon leader for iron work: The Fuji O-ring guides handle the braid-to-leader connection cleanly. A 10-12ft leader keeps the connection out of your guides on the cast while presenting fluorocarbon to the fish near the lure. For live bait, shorten the leader and lighten the class to match your bait size.

FAQ

What's the difference between the SMX-711ML and SMX-711MH?
Same length (7'11"), different power and action. The ML (Fast action, 10-25lb, 1-3oz) is built for lighter iron, live bait, and soft plastics — the softer tip loads on lighter presentations and forgives subtle takes. The MH (Extra Fast, 15-35lb, 2-6oz) is stiffer through the tip for heavy iron, swimbaits, and applications where you need an immediate hookset on reaction strikes. Most inshore anglers who fish both techniques keep both in rotation.

Why does the SMX-79H have a full grip instead of a split grip?
The 79H (Heavy, 20-45lb, 3-8oz) is the power model — it's built for heavy iron loads, larger fish, and situations where maximum leverage matters. A full grip gives you more surface area for two-handed pressure, which is important at that line class and lure weight. The lighter models use split grip for sensitivity and reduced overall weight.

Can I use the M1 Inshore rods for yellowtail or pelagics offshore?
Yes — the M1 Inshore lineup transitions well to near-shore pelagic applications. The SMX-711MH and SMX-79H are the appropriate models for yellowtail on iron (15-45lb). For open-water offshore tuna applications, a dedicated offshore spinning or conventional rod is the better tool; the M1 is optimized for inshore and near-shore structure fishing rather than deep-water or long-range pelagic work.

The Seaguar Tatsu Fluorocarbon Line is amazingly strong and abrasion resistant. Its superior, state-of-the-art double-structure process fuses two custom 100% fluorocarbon resins which creates the world's only double-structure main line. Fill your spool with Tatsu and you'll be amazed at this ultra thin, strong, and virtually invisible line.

Spool Size: 200 yards

Available Line Sizes

The BKK Fangs-62 UA design was inspired by the bend of the traditional O’Shaughnessy, a long-time used hook that has proved to feature an excellent hook up rate and 2X strong.

Furthermore, the forged shank provides an additional 20% in strength compared to other similar hooks on the market, extending the durability of the hook. The length of the hook shank is suitable for various kind of lures such as topwater, minnow and crankbait.

The treble hook comes with needle-sharp hook points that ensure an excellent hook penetration performance.

The Duo Realis Rozante 63SP Jerkbait is a finesse suspending jerkbait built on the Realis "Grade-A" platform. Its compact 63mm body is loaded with a magnet-assisted detaching weight system for maximum castability in wind — a critical advantage for bank anglers. Despite its small profile, it delivers a tight, high-frequency pulsation that mimics a fleeing baitfish, triggering reaction strikes from bass even on slow retrieves. A sharp rod twitch converts it into a panic-dart jerkbait capable of drawing bites in a very short strike zone.

Best For

Finesse bass fishing, clear-water jerkbait presentations, bank and shore fishing, cold-water suspending techniques, largemouth and smallmouth bass, spotted bass. Ideal for slow-to-medium retrieves and twitch-pause presentations targeting bass holding in 2–3 ft of water.

Key Features

• Magnet-assisted detaching weight system for long casts in wind
• Suspending action holds in the strike zone during pauses
• Short-pitched pulsation mimics fleeing baitfish
• Panic-dart action on rod twitches for spot-light style fishing
• Finesse profile — effective on pressured fish and in clear water

Tackle Express Tips:

• Use a light action spinning rod for distance casts, at 5 grams this is a small bait for a casting reel
• A larger sized spinning reel like a 3000 size will cast lighter baits further
• Attach a snap to the split ring for better action and easy lure changes

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