Freshwater Bass Lures

The Z-Man Finesse TRD (The Real Deal) is a 2.75-inch stickbait designed specifically for the Ned Rig, a finesse technique famous for catching bass in tough or highly pressured conditions. It is widely considered a staple for smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass.

Key Features

• 10X Tough ElaZtech: This proprietary material is virtually indestructible, often lasting for dozens of catches per bait.

• Buoyancy: Unlike traditional plastics that sink flat, the TRD is naturally buoyant, causing it to stand vertically off the bottom when at rest to mimic a feeding crawfish or minnow.

• Salt-Impregnated: The soft formulation and salt content provide a precise sink rate and an irresistible feel that encourages fish to hold on longer.

• Dimpled Texture: A realistic, dimpled surface adds to its natural look and feel.

8 per pack

The Keitech Swing Impact 4" is a highly versatile soft swimbait built to perform across a wide range of presentations. The top and bottom of the bait are slotted for perfect hook alignment regardless of how it's rigged, and Keitech's original two-tone color injection creates a distinct color separation for a more realistic baitfish profile. Loaded with natural squid scent that game fish can't resist.

Key Features

• 8 per pack
• Slotted top and bottom — perfect hook alignment on any rig
• Two-tone color injection — distinct top/bottom color separation for realism
• Squid scent infused
• Versatile techniques: Alabama rig, Keitech Round Tungsten Jig Head, drop shot, chatterbait trailer, Carolina rig
• Available in multiple sizes — part of the Keitech Swing Impact lineup
• 25 colors available — Green Pumpkin Pepper, Ayu, Hasu Silver Shiner, Black, Sight Flash, Sexy Shad, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Silver Flash Minnow, Bluegill Flash, Electric Shad, Crystal Shad, Smallmouth Magic, Electric Blue Chartreuse, Sun Gill, French Pearl, Tennessee Shad, Alewife, Smoke Silver, Clear Lake Hitch, Green Pumpkin Green & Purple Flake, Pro Purple, Original Sexy Shad, Pink Magic, Bass Candy, Ghost Rainbow

The Keitech Swing Impact 3.5" is a highly versatile soft swimbait built to perform across a wide range of presentations. The top and bottom of the bait are slotted for perfect hook alignment regardless of how it's rigged, and Keitech's original two-tone color injection creates a distinct color separation on the top and bottom for a more realistic baitfish profile. An effective choice for split shot, Carolina rig, jig head swimbait, or as a trailer for underspins, chatterbaits, and spinnerbaits.

Key Features

• 8 per pack
• Slotted top and bottom — perfect hook alignment on any rig
• Two-tone color injection — distinct top/bottom color separation for realism
• Versatile techniques: split shot, Carolina rig, jig head swimbait, trailer for underspins, chatterbaits, and spinnerbaits
• Available in multiple sizes — part of the Keitech Swing Impact lineup
• 22 colors available — Green Pumpkin Pepper, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Bluegill Flash, Ayu, Sexy Shad, Silver Flash Minnow, Electric Shad, Hasu, Black, Sight Flash, Crystal Shad, Smallmouth Magic, Electric Blue Chartreuse, Sun Gill, Gold Flash Minnow, Tennessee Shad, Clear Lake Hitch, Green Pumpkin Green & Purple Flake, Pro Purple, Original Sexy Shad, Pink Magic, Bass Candy

The Keitech Swing Impact Fat 4.8" is a thicker-bodied swimbait built for versatility across a wide range of techniques and conditions. Its large paddle tail produces a distinct swinging motion at varying speeds, powered by a dual-injection molding process that combines two salted plastics for an evenly weighted, balanced action. Loaded with squid scent like all Keitech products.

Key Features

• 5 per pack
• Thicker profile than the original Swing Impact
• Large paddle tail — distinct swinging action at any speed
• Dual-injection molding — two salted plastics for balanced, evenly weighted action
• Squid scent infused
• Versatile techniques: A-rig, jig, spinnerbait, Texas rig, Carolina rig
• 14 colors available — Ayu, Silver Flash Minnow, Bluegill Flash, Electric Shad, Rainbow Shad, Tennessee Shad, Sight Flash, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sexy Shad, Green Pumpkin Pepper, Sight Green Hologram, Smoke Silver, Arkansas Shiner, Ghost Rainbow

Why Buy the Yamamoto 3.5" Yamatanuki?

The Yamamoto 3.5" Yamatanuki is a power-finesse bait unlike anything else in the lineup. Born from Yamamoto's Japanese tournament circuit — where it's been a proven fish-catcher for years — the Yamatanuki is now available in the US and quickly becoming a go-to for anglers who flip into cover, cast to fish on forward-facing sonar, and need a bait that falls fast and looks natural doing it. At 5/8 oz, it casts like a bullet, falls with a tantalizing sway and shimmy, and can be fished completely weightless. 8 per pack, 8 handpicked colors. Made in the USA.

Main Use & Benefit

A 3.5-inch, 5/8 oz power-finesse bait built from a custom heavy soft plastic formula — its natural weight allows it to be fished weightless yet cast far and fall fast, making it the go-to for flipping into cover, casting to forward-facing sonar fish, and any presentation where a fast-falling, natural-looking bait triggers strikes.

Problem It Solves

Most finesse baits are too light to cast well or fall fast enough for flipping and FFS presentations. Most flipping baits require added weight that kills the natural action. The Yamatanuki's 5/8 oz custom heavy formula solves both — it casts great, falls fast, and produces a tantalizing sway and shimmy on the fall that triggers strikes without any added weight.

Advantages

• ✅ 5/8 oz custom heavy formula — casts far and falls fast without added weight
• ✅ Tantalizing sway and shimmy on the fall — irresistible action that triggers strikes
• ✅ Versatile — flipping, casting, dragging, FFS, and finesse presentations
• ✅ Proven on the Japanese tournament circuit — now available in the US
• ✅ 8 handpicked colors matched to real-world fishing conditions
• ✅ Made in the USA — consistent, top-quality Yamamoto soft plastic
  
• ⚠️ 5/8 oz — heavier than standard finesse baits; best on 15–20 lb fluorocarbon or 30–50 lb braid for flipping

When to Choose It

Reach for the Yamatanuki when you need a bait that can be flipped into heavy cover, cast to fish you can see on forward-facing sonar, or presented in situations where a fast-falling, natural-looking bait outperforms everything else. It's equally effective as a power-finesse casting bait on medium-heavy spinning or baitcasting gear and as a flipping bait on heavy tackle.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Flipping & Pitching — rig on a 5/0 EWG hook and flip into heavy cover, docks, laydowns, and grass; the 5/8 oz body penetrates cover and falls fast to the bottom; no added weight needed
• Forward-Facing Sonar (FFS) — cast to fish you can see on screen; the sway and shimmy on the fall triggers reaction strikes from fish that are watching the bait descend in real time
• Casting & Dragging — cast to structure and drag slowly along the bottom; the heavy body stays in contact with the bottom and the appendages quiver on every pause
• Weightless Swimming — slow, steady retrieve just below the surface or through the water column; the body produces a natural swimming action at any speed
• Skip Presentations — the 5/8 oz body loads the rod for long, accurate skip casts under docks and overhanging cover

Best Conditions

• Heavy cover — docks, laydowns, grass, brush piles
• Open water and mid-depth structure on FFS presentations
• Clear to lightly stained water where the sway and shimmy is most visible
• Any depth — the fast fall makes it effective from shallow flipping to deep FFS
• Year-round — especially effective in spring (pre-spawn flipping) and summer (FFS open water)

Best For

Key Features

• 3.5" profile, 5/8 oz — heavy custom formula for fast fall and long casts without added weight
• Tantalizing sway and shimmy — irresistible fall action proven on the Japanese tournament circuit
• 5/0 EWG compatible — superior hook gap for better hooksets in heavy cover
• 8 handpicked colors — matched to real-world fishing conditions by Yamamoto pros
• Made in the USA
• 8 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 3.5" | Weight: 5/8 oz | Count: 8 per pack | Made in the USA | Water Type: Freshwater

Tackle Express Tips

1. Go heavy on the hook — The Yamatanuki's 5/8 oz body requires a 5/0 EWG hook for the best hook gap and hookset performance. A 4/0 will work in a pinch, but the 5/0 gives you the gap coverage you need for solid hooksets in heavy cover. The Tackle Express team's go-to is the Owner Beast 5/0 or Gamakatsu EWG 5/0.
2. Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flake for most situations — Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flake (#297) is the most versatile color in the lineup and should be your starting point in clear to lightly stained water. Switch to Mimizu in stained water or when bass are keying on worm-colored forage, and use Black w/ Large Blue Flake in dark or muddy water for maximum visibility.
3. Watch the line on FFS — When casting to fish on forward-facing sonar, watch both your screen and your line. The Yamatanuki's sway and shimmy is most visible on FFS during the fall — most strikes happen before the bait hits the bottom. Keep your rod tip up and be ready to set the hook the moment you see a fish move toward the bait on screen.

FAQ

Q: Can the Yamatanuki be fished completely weightless?
A: Yes — that's one of its biggest advantages. The 5/8 oz custom heavy formula gives it enough weight to cast well and fall fast without any added bullet weight or jig head. Simply rig it on a 5/0 EWG hook and fish it weightless for flipping, casting, or FFS presentations.

Q: What line weight works best for the Yamatanuki?
A: For flipping and pitching into heavy cover, 30–50 lb braided line is the standard setup. For casting and FFS presentations in open water, 15–20 lb fluorocarbon or 20–30 lb braid with a 15–17 lb fluoro leader gives you the best combination of castability and sensitivity.

Q: How does the 3.5" Yamatanuki compare to the 2.5" version?
A: The 3.5" is the original and primary power-finesse version — heavier at 5/8 oz, better for flipping into heavy cover and casting to FFS fish in open water. The 2.5" is the compact, finesse-oriented version at 1/4 oz — ideal for clear water, smallmouth, spotted bass, and situations where a smaller profile gets more bites on lighter line.

The Lobina Rico and Rio RicoL are the number one fished popper by the pros today, and for good reason! Though these lures may look unassuming, once one is in your hands the quality becomes very obvious. From the razor sharp Gamakatsu hooks, to the hand tied feather trailers and the meticulous paint jobs, these poppers have all the bells and whistles. The cup is precisely tuned on each lure to precisely imitate a fleeing and injured baitfish making the action of this lure quite exceptional. Get yours today and see what all the hype is about!

The Megabass Spark Shad is a high-performance soft plastic swimbait designed to deliver lifelike swimming action and a natural presentation. Its keel-shaped body and anatomically correct fins provide stability at varying retrieve speeds, ensuring consistent performance in different water conditions.

Crafted from soft yet durable materials, the Spark Shad produces a subtle tail kick that attracts predatory fish even at slow speeds. Its versatile design allows for multiple rigging options, including jig heads, belly-weighted hooks, and umbrella rigs, making it suitable for a wide range of fishing techniques.

Key Features:

• Keel-shaped body for straight-line swimming and reduced roll

• Anatomically correct fins for realistic movement and stability

• Soft, durable material provides subtle tail action

• Compatible with various rigging methods

• Effective for targeting bass, walleye, and other predatory species

The Z-Man Gobius is a highly realistic, pre-rigged swimbait designed specifically to mimic the invasive round goby, a primary forage for smallmouth and largemouth bass in the Great Lakes and beyond. It is engineered as a hybrid between a swimbait and a structure jig, allowing it to "creep" and "glide" across rocky bottoms where traditional baits might get snagged.

Key Features:

• 10X Tough ElaZtech: Poured from Z-Man's proprietary superplastic, the Gobius is incredibly soft yet durable enough to withstand dozens of aggressive strikes.
• Internal Jig Harness: Features a "bottom-hugging" weight system that keeps the bait upright and enables a natural tail-up posture at rest, perfectly imitating a feeding goby.
• Snag-Resistant Design: Includes a specialized split dorsal fin brush guard that protects the hook point from structure while compressing easily to ensure a high hookset ratio.
• Subtle Swimming Action: A small, rounded paddle tail delivers a fluid, low-frequency vibration that mimics the quick-kick-and-glide movement of a live goby.

Performance Advantages:

• Round Goby Imitation: Highly realistic invasive species match
• Hybrid Design: Swimbait and structure jig combination
• Rocky Bottom Specialist: Creeps and glides without snagging
• Tail-Up Posture: Natural feeding goby imitation at rest
• High Hookset Ratio: Brush guard compresses easily
• Incredible Durability: 10X Tough ElaZtech withstands dozens of strikes
• Quick-Kick-and-Glide: Subtle swimming action mimics live goby

Ideal Applications:

• Great Lakes fishing
• Smallmouth bass fishing
• Largemouth bass fishing
• Rocky bottom fishing
• Structure fishing
• Round goby forage areas
• Any goby imitation application

Recommended Techniques:

• Creeping retrieve
• Gliding presentations
• Bottom-hugging retrieve
• Slow dragging
• Structure fishing

When you need a pre-rigged swimbait with 10X Tough ElaZtech durability, internal jig harness for bottom-hugging weight system and tail-up posture at rest, split dorsal fin brush guard for snag resistance and high hookset ratio, subtle swimming action with quick-kick-and-glide movement, and highly realistic round goby imitation for smallmouth and largemouth bass in the Great Lakes and rocky bottom structure, the Z-Man Gobius Swimbaits are the choice of serious Great Lakes and structure fishing anglers.

Note: 3-inch pre-rigged swimbait. 10X Tough ElaZtech material. Internal jig harness with bottom-hugging weight. Split dorsal fin brush guard. Tail-up posture at rest. Mimics invasive round goby. Perfect for Great Lakes and rocky bottoms.

When bass are looking up, the Don Iovino Splash-It gives them a target they can track. Instead of simply chugging in place, this purpose-built topwater popper spits water well ahead of the bait, creating the impression of a struggling baitfish. A hand-tied chicken-feather dressed rear treble adds movement and flash during the pause.

Choose the compact Splash-It for a subtle presentation or step up to the Splash-It 2 when you want a slightly larger profile and more casting weight. Work it across calm pockets, over shallow cover, or along a wind-blown bank, then let the bait sit long enough for a fish to finish the job.

Make the Surface Come Alive

• Forward-spitting action gives fish a clear visual and surface disturbance to track.
• Hand-tied feathered rear treble adds motion behind the bait.
• Two sizes make it easier to match the amount of commotion fish want.
• Available in proven shad, bluegill, bone, and bright visibility colors.

When a Standard Popper Is Not Enough

Traditional chuggers can keep their action tight to the lure. The Splash-It sends water forward, helping you call fish from a little farther away while still giving you a controlled stop-and-go presentation. It is a smart choice when bass are willing to strike on top but need a more noticeable target.

The Right Pick If...

• You fish largemouth or smallmouth bass with topwater presentations.
• You want a popper that combines a compact profile with visible forward spray.
• You need both a finesse-sized option and a larger version in the same lure family.

Best Techniques and Conditions

• Walk, spit, pause: Make short rod-tip snaps, then pause beside cover or in an open pocket.
• Target shallow water: Fish points, flats, docks, laydowns, and grass edges where bass can rise.
• Choose the calmest windows: Calm to lightly rippled water makes the surface action easiest to see, while the larger Splash-It 2 can help when a little more presence is useful.

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Start with a pause after the cast, then use short snaps instead of a hard pull to keep the bait spitting forward.
• Use darker or natural shad colors in low light, and brighter colors when you need the lure to stand out.
• Keep a feathered replacement option such as Gamakatsu Feathered Treble Trailer Hooks ready when the rear dressing needs attention.

Build the Topwater Setup

Pair the Splash-It with a responsive casting setup such as the Shimano Curado 200 M Casting Reels, or compare its surface sound and profile with the Megabass Popmax Topwater Popper.

FAQ

What is the difference between Splash-It and Splash-It 2?
The Splash-It is 2-1/4 inches and 1/4 ounce. The Splash-It 2 is slightly larger at 2-3/4 inches and 3/8 ounce.

What species is this popper best for?
It is designed for freshwater topwater fishing, especially when targeting largemouth and smallmouth bass around shallow cover and open-water feeding lanes.

How should I retrieve it?
Use short rod-tip snaps to spit water forward, mix in pauses, and adjust the cadence until fish respond.

Why Buy the Yamamoto 4" Fat Ika?

The Yamamoto Fat Ika is the best of both worlds — the skirted profile and look of a tube bait combined with the heavier fall rate of a bulkier bait. If you've ever wanted a tube that falls faster, jigs more accurately, and has a built-in side-to-side action on the fall, the Fat Ika is your answer. Its skirted bottom mimics a tube, its grub-style body adds extra bulk, and as it falls it produces a natural side-to-side movement that's all the trigger bass need on tough days. 10 per pack, 10 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 4-inch hybrid tube-grub bait with a skirted bottom, extra body bulk, and a built-in side-to-side fall action — delivering the visual profile of a tube bait with a heavier, more controlled fall rate that allows for more accurate jigging and swimming than most standard tube baits.

Problem It Solves

Standard tube baits are light and can be difficult to control on the fall and during jigging presentations — they spin, drift, and are hard to keep on target in current or wind. The Fat Ika's extra body bulk gives it a heavier fall rate that keeps it on target, and its built-in side-to-side action on the fall means you don't need to impart action — the bait does the work.

Advantages

• ✅ Tube bait profile with heavier fall rate — more accurate jigging and swimming than standard tubes
• ✅ Built-in side-to-side fall action — triggers strikes without any angler input
• ✅ Skirted bottom — tube bait visual profile that bass key on
• ✅ Extra body bulk — more presence and a slower, more controlled fall than a standard tube
• ✅ Versatile — jig, swim, flip, pitch, drop shot
• ✅ 10 proven color options across natural and reaction shades
• ✅ 10 per pack
• ⚠️ Heavier than a standard tube — requires less added weight; best on a 4/0 hook without a jig head for most presentations

When to Choose It

Reach for the Fat Ika when you want the visual profile of a tube bait with a heavier, more controlled fall, when you need to jig or swim more accurately than a standard tube allows, or when bass are keying on the side-to-side fall action and ignoring standard tube presentations. It's the upgrade from a standard tube when you need more bulk, more control, and more action on the fall.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Jigging — rig on a 4/0 Owner Beast Hook or Gamakatsu EWG; the Beast Hook's larger gap allows the hook to come through the plastic for better hooksets, and the screw-in CPS spring holds the bait securely without tearing; jig along the bottom with short hops and let the side-to-side action work on the fall
• Swimming — swim on a steady retrieve just above the bottom or through the water column; the extra bulk and skirted bottom produce a natural, pulsing action at any retrieve speed
• Flipping & Pitching — Texas-rig on a 4/0 EWG hook and flip into docks, laydowns, and sparse cover; the built-in side-to-side action triggers strikes on the initial fall
• Drop Shot — nose-hook on a #1 or #2 hook, 12–18" above the weight; the skirted bottom and side-to-side action produce a unique, fluttering presentation in the strike zone
• Shaky Head — thread onto a 3/16–1/4 oz shaky head for a stand-up presentation; the skirted bottom flares out on the bottom for a realistic, tube-like appearance

Best Conditions

• Clear to lightly stained water where the tube profile and side-to-side action are most visible
• Docks, laydowns, and rocky structure where tube baits traditionally excel
• Deep structure (15–30ft) where the heavier fall rate gets the bait to the bottom faster than a standard tube
• Post-frontal and slow-bite days when the built-in action triggers strikes without angler input
• Year-round — especially effective in summer and fall on deep structure

Best For

Key Features

• Skirted tube bottom — tube bait visual profile that bass key on
• Extra body bulk — heavier fall rate and more presence than a standard tube
• Built-in side-to-side fall action — triggers strikes without any angler input
• 4/0 Owner Beast Hook or Gamakatsu EWG compatible — larger gap for better hooksets through the plastic
• 10 proven color options
• 10 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 4" | Count: 10 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater | Target Species: Bass

Tackle Express Tips

1. Use the Owner 4/0 Beast Hook — The Beast Hook is the top pick for the Fat Ika — its larger hook gap allows the hook point to come through the plastic cleanly for better hooksets, and the screw-in CPS spring holds the bait securely without tearing out in most circumstances. A 4/0 Gamakatsu EWG is a solid alternative if you don't have the Beast Hook on hand.
2. Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flake for most situations — Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flake (#297) is your go-to in clear to lightly stained water. Switch to Black w/ Blue Flake (#021) or Black w/ Small Red Flake (#051) in dark or muddy water for maximum silhouette visibility, and use Watermelon Black Flake (#194J) in clear water with a natural bottom for a subtle, natural presentation.
3. Let the fall do the work — The Fat Ika's built-in side-to-side action is most effective on a free fall — pitch or flip to the target and let the bait fall on a semi-slack line. Don't rush the retrieve; most strikes happen on the initial fall when the side-to-side action is at its most pronounced. If you don't get bit on the fall, jig it once or twice and let it fall again before moving to the next spot.

FAQ

Q: What makes the Fat Ika different from a standard tube bait?
A: The Fat Ika has a skirted bottom like a tube, but its grub-style body adds extra bulk that gives it a heavier fall rate and more accurate jigging action than a standard tube. The built-in side-to-side fall action is the key differentiator — it triggers strikes without any angler input, making it especially effective on tough days when bass need a subtle trigger to commit.

Q: What hook works best for the Fat Ika?
A: The Owner 4/0 Beast Hook is the top recommendation — its larger gap allows the hook to come through the plastic cleanly for better hooksets, and the screw-in CPS spring holds the bait securely. A 4/0 Gamakatsu EWG is a solid alternative. Avoid hooks that are too small — the Fat Ika's extra bulk requires a larger gap for reliable hooksets.

Q: How many come in a pack?
A: 10 per pack.

The Savage Gear 3D Shine Glide 185 is a slow sinking erratic swimming glide bait. These baits have been deadly on a multitude of game fish from largemouth bass to musky. On a slow retrieve the bait glides from side to side. A pop of the rod tip will increase the darting action. Deadly on a twitch and stop retrieve.

We like to fish this bait slowly with a steady retrieve but there are times when we twitch the rod tip.  It washes out if its fished too quickly and we usually get bit on a slow and steady retrieve.  Another favorite method is to start twitching it as soon as it hits the surface.  A slow methodical upward pump of the rod tip while slowly turning the handle makes this bait flop back and forth on the surface.  Keeping this going can keep the bait in the strike zone longer, giving the fish an irresistible presentation.  

We fish the Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide 185mm on 20lb line with a medium fast action 7'6" rod.  Try one out, we think you'll like it.

The Zoom Super Fluke 5" has been a proven winner for many years and continues to be — a split-belly soft jerkbait that produces a dying baitfish action on the jerk-and-pause retrieve. The split belly design 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. The 5" profile matches larger baitfish (shad, shiners, golden bream, rainbow trout) and draws strikes from bigger bass. 10 per pack in 19 colors.

Key Features

• Split Belly Design — Weedless or Exposed Hook Rigging — The split belly 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 accepts a darter head, jig head, or scrounger head for a fully exposed hook presentation in 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 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.
• 5" Full-Size Profile — Bigger Baitfish, Bigger Bass — The 5" size matches larger baitfish profiles (shad, golden bream, shiners, rainbow trout) and is most effective when bass are keying on larger forage or when targeting big bass that won’t commit to a smaller profile; 10 baits per pack across 19 colors.

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.
• Big Bass — Larger Baitfish Profile — The 5" profile is most effective when targeting big bass that are keying on larger forage; upsize from the 4" Jr to the 5" when bass are following the smaller profile but not committing, or when fishing waters with larger average baitfish size.

The Roboworm 4 1/2" Curly Tail Worm is a finesse soft plastic bait designed for anglers seeking consistent, high-quality performance. Featuring Roboworm's exclusive "Salt Release System," the worm is infused with salt in the head, allowing it to slowly leech out during casts and release a burst of salt when a fish strikes, encouraging longer holds for better hook-up ratios.

The thin, subtly curled tail delivers lifelike, irresistible action, ideal for techniques like drop shotting, split shotting, darter heads, shakey heads, and finesse Carolina rigs. Crafted with Roboworm's signature robotic hand-poured, triple-color technology, these worms offer vibrant, detailed color patterns in popular combinations, mimicking small forage species like shad. Each pack contains 8 worms, made in the USA, known for their durability and consistent quality.

Style: Curly Tail Floating Worm

Size 4 1/2"

Qty: 8 Per Pack

Expanding on Megabass' wildly popular Sleeper Series, the Megabass Sleeper Gill Swimbaits now offer anglers an alternative profile to target those panfish-gobbling bass. Featuring an adaptation of their signature dorsal fin weedguard, the Sleeper Gill can be cast in those cover-choked waters where other baits fear to swim while still maintaining an incredibly natural profile that will fool the most veteran fish in your water.

Just under the concealed hook, the body relies on a hollow zone that quickly compresses to convert more bites and optimize your hook-up ratios.

The Keitech Tungsten Football Jig Model II (Version 2.0) is a premium rubber jig built for both deep and shallow water fishing. Version 2.0 features a natural tungsten-colored head. Keitech's tungsten head material is harder than lead, providing exceptional bottom sensitivity. The 5-fiber weedguard deflects most snags while still allowing easy hooksets, and the hand-tied SR-40 extra-fine silicone skirt delivers a lifelike, flowing action.

Key Features

• Sold individually (1 per pack)
• Tungsten head — harder than lead for superior bottom sensitivity
• Version 2.0 — natural tungsten-colored head
• 5-fiber weedguard — snag-resistant with easy hooksets
• SR-40 hand-tied extra-fine silicone skirt
• Gamakatsu #2/0 hook
• Available sizes: 1/4 oz, 3/8 oz, 1/2 oz
• 8 colors: Dark Green Pumpkin Pepper, Green Pumpkin Pepper, Green Pumpkin Black, Brown Purple, Green Pumpkin PP Blue Flake, Black Blue, Black, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse

The amazing detail and incredible action of the Jackall Rerange Jerkbait is unmatched by any other jerkbait.  This 110 size jerkbait will dive about 4 feet while making a high pitched rolling action.  When twitched and jerked, the darting action has purpose and won't have regular movements enticing more strikes.  

Engineered with an advanced “TG Zero Friction” weight transfer system, the Jackall Rerange Jerkbait features a fluororesin covered tungsten weight, which slides from end-to-end to extend casting distance and enhance action.

Unmatched in outright attraction, the Jackall Rerange Jerkbait produces an erratic, yet balanced lurch that lets bass know that there’s an easy meal within reach. Offered in a number of highly detailed colors, the Jackall Rerange Jerkbait is built with advanced internals that produce superior performance.

The advanced, zero friction weight transfer system allows anglers to cast farther and bring the fish to the bait for an easy catch. With realistic paint jobs and the right action, the Jackall Rerange Jerkbait is an excellent choice for anglers looking to score big.

We all know longer casts mean more water covered and the Rapala X-Rap Long Cast allows you to do just that.  Rapala has increased the weight of the 14 size to 1 7/8oz from the original X-Rap which weighs 1 1/2oz.  That's 3/8oz more weight for approximately 25% additional casting distance.  If you make 100 casts at 30 feet per cast you'd cover 3000 feet.  By using the Rapala X-Rap Long Cast, that means you will cover 750 more feet in the same period of time!  That a lot of acreage covered just by using this lure.  

We are excited about fishing this long cast version for yellowtail, calico bass, and tuna.  Often times the fish are boat shy and getting just a few yards more on a cast can make that difference between a good day and a great day.  They all feature 3X strong VMC single tin hooks for maximum penetration and strength.

Sinking 

Silent (No rattles, we like that!)

Size 12 - Swim Depth 4-5 feet, 4-3/4" Long, 1-1/4oz

Size 14 - Swim Depth 4-5 fee, 5-1/2" Long, 1-7/8oz

Don Iovino, a legend in bass fishing, knows what fishing soft plastic baits is all about and when he puts his name on a bait, you can have the confidence that it will meet or exceed your performance expectations. Anglers who use his custom hand pour worms know how effective they can be, and how much big bass pay attention.

These worms have an enticing look with a fatter head, ribbed mid section, and a fanned tail.  Loaded with salt, bass will hang on giving you time to set the hook.  Perfect for drop shot, shaky head, Texas, and Carolina rig, fish it and you'll see it's fish catching potential.

4 1/2" Fatboy Worm

Quantity 25 per pack

The Keitech Easy Shiner 2" features a slim profile and exceptional realism, with a super-soft composition that allows the boot tail to deliver an incredible kicking action on the retrieve. Its streamlined design makes it highly effective around vegetation, and the squid scent load adds fish attraction on every cast. Excels rigged behind a darter head or used as a swim jig trailer.

Key Features

• 15 per pack
• Boot tail design — strong kicking action at any retrieve speed
• Slim profile — works effectively around vegetation
• Squid scent infused — note: French Pearl does not include squid scent
• Recommended techniques: darter head, swim jig trailer
• 17 colors available — Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sight Flash, Sexy Shad, Electric Shad, Bluegill Flash, Shad, Smallmouth Magic, Copperfield, Sungill, Perch, Green Pumpkin, Electric Blue Chartreuse, Chartreuse Shad, Silver Flash Minnow, French Pearl, Clear Lake Hitch, Green Pumpkin Green & Purple Flake

The Yamamoto 5" Thin Senko offers a slender soft plastic profile for finesse bass fishing. Keep the 5-inch length while presenting less bulk than the original Senko. Try it on a drop shot when you want the bait above bottom, or use a wacky or Neko presentation to change how it falls. Each pack contains 10 baits in your selected color.

Why choose the Thin Senko?

• Slender shape: A useful alternative when you want to reduce body thickness without shortening your worm.
• Finesse versatility: Adapt the rig to fish above bottom, around open pockets, or along bottom structure.
• Ten baits per pack: Keep replacements ready when soft plastic becomes torn or no longer holds the hook securely.

Specifications

Choose your presentation

A drop shot separates the sinker from the bait, letting you work the worm above bottom. Wacky rigging hooks the bait near its middle so both ends can move. A Neko rig adds a nail weight to one end for a weighted presentation; match that weight's diameter to the thin body to avoid splitting it.

Baby Bass or a Green Pumpkin color is a practical starting point for a natural profile. Smoke colors offer another option when you want a more translucent appearance. Choose by water visibility and local forage, then adjust based on fish response. For a fuller body at the same length, compare the original 5-inch Senko.

3 Tackle Express Tips

1. Match the hook to the thin body. Use a hook that holds the bait securely while allowing it to flex. Check that an oversized keeper is not tearing the nose before you cast.
2. Fit the ring before wacky rigging. An appropriately sized O-ring or sleeve can help support the worm. Too loose can let the bait slip away; too tight can cut the plastic.
3. Keep drop-shot movements small. Start with gentle shakes and pauses rather than pulling the sinker continuously. Adjust the hook-to-weight spacing to place the bait above low cover.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Thin Senko shorter than the original 5-inch Senko?

No. Both are 5 inches long; this model offers a slimmer body.

How many baits come in a package?

Each package contains 10 Thin Senkos in the selected color.

Can I use it on a Neko rig?

Yes. Use a nail weight and hook suited to the slender plastic, and insert the weight carefully to avoid splitting the end.

Does it include an O-ring or hook?

No. Hooks, O-rings, sleeves, and weights are sold separately. Choose accessories that fit the Thin Senko rather than assuming those for a thicker worm will fit.