Freshwater Fishing Tackle – Rods, Reels & Gear

The Frog That Changed Everything

The SPRO Dean Rojas Bronzeye Frog 65 is the Dean Rojas Signature Series hollow body frog that redefined topwater frog fishing. Tournament-proven and angler-trusted, this is the lure that raised the bar — and it's still the benchmark every other frog is measured against. Whether you're punching through thick lily pads or walking it across open water, the Bronzeye 65 delivers.

Built for the Strike Zone

At 5/8 oz and 65mm, the Bronzeye hits the sweet spot between castability and profile. It's weighted to land belly-down cast after cast, so you spend more time fishing and less time re-rigging. The soft hollow body collapses on the hookset, and the specially designed Gamakatsu Double Frog Hooks drive home with authority.

Where Standard Frogs Fall Short

Most hollow body frogs either ride too high in the water, spin on the cast, or land hook-side up. The Bronzeye 65 was engineered to solve all three. Its precision weighting system ensures a consistent belly-down landing, its aerodynamic profile cuts through wind for long-distance casts, and its hook geometry maximizes conversion on explosive topwater strikes.

Soft Body, Hard Results

The collapsible soft body is the key to the Bronzeye's legendary hookup ratio. When a bass blows up on it, the body compresses instantly — exposing both Gamakatsu hooks for a solid, deep hookset. No more short strikes. No more missed fish.

The Right Pick If...

• You're fishing matted vegetation, lily pads, or slop where other lures can't go
• You want a frog that walks easily with minimal rod work
• You need a lure that casts far and lands right every time
• You're targeting largemouth bass in warm-water conditions
• You want tournament-proven performance in a proven color lineup

Best Frog Fishing Techniques

• Walking the Dog: Twitch the rod tip rhythmically to create a side-to-side walk on the surface
• Dead Sticking: Let it sit motionless over a pocket in the weeds — let the bass come to it
• Burning: Reel fast across open water to trigger reaction strikes
• Popping: Short, sharp twitches to create a splash-and-pause action

Best Conditions

• Summer and early fall when bass are shallow and aggressive
• Overcast days when bass are more likely to be on top
• Low-light periods — early morning and late evening
• Heavy cover: lily pads, hydrilla mats, duckweed, and emergent vegetation
• Post-spawn when bass are guarding shallow flats

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Pike, Muskie
• Techniques: Topwater, Frog Fishing, Heavy Cover, Open Water Walking
• Conditions: Warm water, heavy vegetation, low-light, post-spawn

Key Features

• Dean Rojas Signature Series design
• 5/8 oz weight — optimal for long-distance casting
• 65mm profile — natural baitfish/frog size
• Precision belly-down weighting system
• Specially designed Gamakatsu Double Frog Hooks
• Collapsible soft hollow body for maximum hookup ratio
• 24 color patterns to match any water condition
• Fishes effectively in heavy cover and open water

Tackle Express Tips

• Go Heavy on Braid: Use 50–65 lb braided line for frog fishing. Braid cuts through vegetation and gives you the power to horse fish out of heavy cover.
• Match the Color to Clarity: In stained or dark water, go with dark colors like Midnight Walker or Black Widow. In clear water or bright sun, try Natural Green or Albino.
• Pause After the Splash: When a bass misses the frog, resist the urge to reel away. Let it sit for 3–5 seconds — a second strike is very common.

FAQ

What size rod should I use with the SPRO Bronzeye Frog 65?
A heavy or extra-heavy 7'–7'6" baitcasting rod is ideal. You need the backbone to drive the hooks home and pull fish out of thick cover.

Is the Bronzeye Frog 65 weedless?
Yes. The hooks ride point-up against the soft body, making it virtually snag-free through lily pads, hydrilla, and other heavy vegetation.

How do I know when to set the hook?
Wait until you feel the weight of the fish before setting. Count "one-one-thousand" after the strike, then sweep hard to the side with a powerful hookset.

The Rapala Crush City The Mayor Swimbait is the all-season, all-water soft swimbait built to crush big bass. Dependable, adaptable, and versatile enough to leave tied on all day, The Mayor handles nearly any situation — from clear-water finesse to heavy cover. Belly and top hook slots keep the bait rigged straight and conceal the hook point, while the paddle tail delivers instant, subtle kicking action even at the slowest retrieve speeds and in the coldest water. Built with Rapala’s Smart Injection Technology™, each bait combines custom color, flake, salt, and scent precisely where it matters most.

Features

- Paddle tail with subtle kicking action at any retrieve speed
- Belly and top hook slots for straight rigging and hook concealment
- Rigs on a swimbait jig head, belly-weighted swimbait hook, or as a trailer
- Effective in cold water and slow presentations
- Smart Injection Technology™ — custom color, flake, salt & scent placement
- Available in 2 sizes and 12 colors

Specifications

The Jackall Pompadour Jr. is a smaller version of the large pompadour and it may just be better than the original!  We think this new size is perfect for fish that aren't willing to attack the bigger original Jackall Pompadour.

The Jackall Pompadour Jr features two unique metal wings that, upon casting, tuck away tight to the body for those long casts. Once the lure hits the water and you begin the retrieve, the metal wings open up creating a very unique wobble and a huge wake.

On the rear of the bait there is a pivoting propeller that slides back and forth creating a deep gurgling sound and leaving a tantalizing trail of bubbles. This, combined with the metal wings and the bulky body of the bait means that this lure displaces A LOT of water and will call fish up from even the deepest depths.

60mm

2.36 inches

5/8oz

The Strike King Pro Model 5XD was built to go where the Series 5 can't. A newly designed bill drives it 4–5 feet deeper than the standard model, reaching down to 15 feet — right where big bass stack up on ledges and deep structure. Kevin VanDam didn't just test this bait; he used it to come from behind in the final Post Season events at Lake Jordan and the Alabama River to claim the 2010 Bassmaster Angler of the Year title. At 2.5 inches and 5/8 oz, it casts well and tracks true, with 23 color options to match any forage or water condition.

Key Features

• Dives to 15 feet — 4–5 ft deeper than the standard Series 5
• Newly designed bill — faster depth acquisition and better bottom tracking
• KVD-tested and tournament-proven — used to win the 2010 Bassmaster AOY title
• 2.5" compact profile — matches shad forage on deep ledges and structure
• Available in 23 proven color patterns

Specifications

Unlock the ultimate finesse presentation with the Z-Man ShroomZ Micro Finesse Jig, a compact, skirted jighead designed to entice even the most finicky predators. Built on the legendary mushroom-shaped head that popularized the Ned Rig, this micro-sized jig adds a flowing, lifelike attraction that excels in clear water and high-pressure situations.

The standout feature of the ShroomZ Micro Finesse Jig is its 100% silicone skirt, custom-designed to deliver a tantalizingly slow fall rate and a realistic profile that mimics small crawfish or aquatic bugs. Despite its small size, it is built with high-quality hardware, including a size 1 black nickel light-wire hook that ensures effortless hook sets on light tackle.

Key Features:

• Mushroom-Style Head: The signature flat-bottom design allows your bait to stand straight up on the bottom, creating a natural, defensive posture.

• Slow, Tantalizing Fall: The fine-cut silicone skirt creates extra water resistance, slowing the descent to keep the bait in the strike zone longer.

• Adjustable Wire Weedguard: Features a dual multi-strand wire guard that provides snag resistance in wood and rocks without hindering hook penetration.

• Welded Wire Keeper: A specialized mid-shank keeper that locks ElaZtech trailers firmly in place, allowing you to catch dozens of fish on a single bait.

• Perfect Pairings: Optimized to work seamlessly with downsized trailers like the Finesse TRD, TRD CrawZ, or CrusteaZ.

• Weight & Color Options: Available in 1/8 and 3/16 oz weights and a variety of custom forage-mimicking colors like Green Pumpkin, PB&J, and Candy Craw.

The Lead Masters Drop Shot Weights are purpose-built for drop shot fishing with a pinch clip line attachment that allows the weight to be secured to the tag end of the line without tying a knot — and repositioned up or down the line to adjust the distance between the hook and the weight without retying. The pinch clip mechanism grips the line securely during the retrieve and on the hookset while still allowing intentional repositioning when needed. Available in five weights from 1/16 oz to 3/8 oz to match a wide range of depth and current conditions. 8–10 per pack.

Key Features

• Pinch Clip Line Attachment — No Knot Required — The pinch clip (also called a pinch point or swivel clip) on the bottom of the weight grips the tag end of the line without requiring a knot; the clip allows the weight to be attached, removed, and repositioned on the line quickly without cutting and retying — a significant advantage when adjusting the hook-to-weight distance to match different bottom depths and structure.
• Repositionable Without Retying — The pinch clip allows the weight to slide up or down the tag end of the line to adjust the distance between the drop shot hook and the weight; longer distances (12–18") for suspending the bait higher off the bottom in clear water, shorter distances (6–10") for keeping the bait closer to the bottom in deeper water or when fish are holding tight to the bottom.
• Five Weight Options — 1/16 to 3/8 oz — Available in 1/16 oz, 1/8 oz, 3/16 oz, 1/4 oz, and 3/8 oz to match a wide range of depth and current conditions; lighter weights (1/16–1/8 oz) for shallow water and finesse presentations, mid weights (3/16–1/4 oz) for standard drop shot depth ranges, and heavier weights (3/8 oz) for deeper water and situations where wind or current requires more weight to maintain bottom contact.
• 8–10 Per Pack — The 1/16–1/4 oz sizes come in a 10-pack; the 3/8 oz comes in an 8-pack; provides multiple weights per pack for rigging multiple rods or replacing lost weights when fishing rocky bottom where snags are common.

Weight Selection Guide

Best For

• Drop Shot Bass Fishing — The primary application; rig a drop shot hook 6–18" above the weight on the main line and attach the weight to the tag end with the pinch clip; the weight sits on the bottom while the bait suspends above it at a fixed distance, presenting the soft plastic at a consistent depth in the strike zone without the bait touching the bottom.
• Clear Water & Finesse Fishing — Lighter weights (1/16–1/8 oz) for clear water finesse drop shot presentations where a slow, subtle presentation is needed to trigger strikes from pressured or finicky bass; the light weight allows the bait to move naturally with minimal angler input.
• Deep Water & Windy Conditions — Heavier weights (1/4–3/8 oz) for deep water drop shotting where more weight is needed to maintain bottom contact and keep the rig from drifting in wind and current; the 3/8 oz is the go-to weight for deep summer bass fishing in 20–40+ ft of water.

The Berkley Powerbait Floating Trout Worm is a small worm bait used for trout fishing applications. The Floating Trout Worm exhibits buoyancy which allows it to float above the bottom suspending directly in the strike zone for big trout.

The Floating Trout Worm has a natural profile with colors that catch the eye of roaming trout. The slightest movement or current activates this baits awesome action.

Length: 3"

Qty: 10

Tournament-tough and built to handle the heaviest presentations, the Shimano Curado 300 K is a large-capacity baitcasting reel engineered for anglers who fish big baits for big fish. Its deep 300-size spool holds heavy mono and braid with ease, while the long handle and wide-grip knobs deliver the cranking power you need when a trophy fish finally commits.

At its core is Shimano's rigid HAGANE Body — a cold-forged aluminum frame that eliminates flex under load, keeping gears perfectly aligned even when you're locked up with a double-digit bass or a hard-running yellowtail. The Cross Carbon Drag delivers smooth, consistent pressure up to 22 lbs, and the S A-RB shielded bearings resist corrosion for long-term reliability in both fresh and saltwater environments.

Available in two gear ratios: the 4.7:1 (300K / 301K) for slow-rolling swimbaits, Alabama rigs, and magnum crankbaits; and the 6.6:1 HG (300HGK / 301HGK) for burning topwater, burning reaction baits, or quickly picking up slack. Both models are available in right- and left-hand retrieve.

Best For

• Techniques: Big swimbait fishing, Alabama rigs, magnum crankbaits, topwater, heavy jigs, live bait
• Species: Largemouth bass, striped bass, yellowtail, white seabass, calico bass, catfish
• Line: Heavy mono (12–17 lb) or braid (40–65 lb) — ideal for anglers who need serious line capacity
• Retrieve: Right-hand (300K / 300HGK) or Left-hand (301K / 301HGK)

Key Features

• HAGANE Body — Cold-forged aluminum frame resists flex under heavy loads
• X-SHIP — Precision gear support for smooth, efficient power transfer
• Cross Carbon Drag — Smooth, consistent drag up to 22 lbs
• VBS (Variable Brake System) — Adjustable centrifugal braking for cast control
• S3D Spool — Reduces vibration for longer, more accurate casts
• Super Free Spool — Ultra-low friction spool rotation for maximum casting distance
• S A-RB Bearings — Shielded anti-rust bearings (5+1) for freshwater and saltwater use

Models & Specs

Step Up the Size, Keep the Action

Hookup Baits are hand-crafted in San Diego and engineered around shape, color, and action — the three things that actually trigger bites. The Large body is the middle ground in the Hookup Baits lineup: bigger than the Medium for more water displacement and a larger profile, but sized for the versatile 3/8oz, 5/8oz, and HUB Bullet jig heads that cover a wide range of inshore and nearshore situations. When the body wears out, swap it onto your existing jig head and you're back fishing in seconds. Five bodies per pack keeps you covered all day.

The Right Fit for Your Jig Head

These bodies are designed specifically for Hookup Baits 3/8oz, 5/8oz, and HUB Bullet jig heads. The larger profile pushes more water and gives fish a bigger target — ideal when yellowtail or calico bass are keyed on larger baitfish or when you need more action at depth. Like all Hookup Baits products, the Large body can be cast, jigged vertically, or trolled.

Why Replacement Bodies Make Sense

Soft plastic bodies take a beating — from fish, from rocks, from repeated casts through structure. Buying replacement bodies instead of whole new jigs keeps your proven jig head in rotation and saves money over time. If you've found a color that's been producing, stocking up on bodies means you never have to fish without it.

Seven Colors, Matched to the Conditions

• Brown Silver — natural baitfish imitation with flash, effective in a wide range of conditions
• Red Crab — high-contrast attractor color, great in low-vis or stained water
• Chovy — anchovy-match profile, a staple when 'chovies are the primary forage
• Sardine Green — natural sardine imitation, strong in clear water and bright conditions
• Pearl Glow Green — subtle glow finish for low-light and deeper presentations
• Pearl White — versatile high-flash color that works across species and conditions
• Mint — translucent, subtle color for pressured fish and clear water

Three Ways to Fish It

• Cast and retrieve — work it along kelp edges, structure, and rocky points
• Vertical jigging — drop to the mark and work it up through the water column
• Trolling — pull it behind the boat to cover water and locate fish

Best Conditions

• Inshore and nearshore saltwater — kelp beds, rocky structure, and open water
• Situations where a larger profile triggers more aggressive strikes
• Any session where fish are keyed on larger baitfish like sardines or mackerel

Best For

• Yellowtail and calico bass on cast-and-retrieve and vertical jig presentations
• Bonito and barracuda when fish are chasing larger bait
• Anglers who already fish Hookup Baits 3/8oz, 5/8oz, or HUB Bullet jig heads and want to stock up on bodies
• Anyone looking to extend the life of their existing jig investment

Key Features

• Brand: Hookup Baits (designed & manufactured in San Diego, CA)
• Fits: 3/8oz, 5/8oz, and HUB Bullet jig heads
• Pack contents: 5 replacement bodies
• Colors: Brown Silver, Red Crab, Chovy, Sardine Green, Pearl Glow Green, Pearl White, Mint
• Techniques: Cast, vertical jig, troll
• Target species: Yellowtail, calico bass, bonito, barracuda

Models & Specs

How to Replace the Body

Watch the official Hookup Baits tutorial below for a step-by-step walkthrough on swapping out the soft body on your jig head.

Tackle Express Tips

• Brown Silver is a versatile all-around color — if you're not sure what the fish are keyed on, start here and adjust based on what's getting bit.
• Pearl Glow Green is worth keeping in your bag for early morning or late afternoon sessions when light is low — the subtle glow finish can make a real difference at depth.
• Keep a few extra bodies in your tackle bag on every trip. Bodies wear out fast when fish are biting — having spares means you never have to slow down.

FAQ

What jig heads do these bodies fit?
These replacement bodies are designed specifically for Hookup Baits 3/8oz, 5/8oz, and HUB Bullet jig heads. For smaller jig heads, see the Medium Replacement Bodies. For larger offshore jig heads, see the Big Game Replacement Bodies.

How many bodies come in a pack?
Each pack contains 5 replacement bodies in your selected color.

How does the Large compare to the Medium and Big Game bodies?
The Large fits 3/8oz and 5/8oz jig heads — bigger than the Medium (1/8oz and 1/4oz) for more water displacement and a larger profile, but smaller than the Big Game (1oz and 1.5oz) which is built for offshore pelagics like tuna. The Large is the go-to for inshore and nearshore yellowtail and calico bass fishing.

Long casting rods deserve more than a loose pile in the truck or boat. The Stick Jacket XL Casting slides over your rod and guides to help protect them during everyday storage and transport, while keeping multiple setups easier to organize. Its finger-trap-style fit holds the sleeve on the rod, and five color choices let you identify your setups at a glance.

Designed for casting rods up to 8 ft 6 in long and 3-7/8 in around, this XL model gives longer rods a dedicated cover without enclosing the reel. Slip it off when you arrive, and spend less time sorting rods before your first cast.

Keep Long Rods Organized, Not Tangled

Exposed guides and line can catch on neighboring rods when several outfits travel together. A rod sleeve helps separate those setups and provides a protective layer around the blank and guides. It is a practical choice for carrying longer bass casting rods or appropriately sized inshore casting outfits, but it is not a substitute for a rigid case when crush protection is needed.

The Right Fit for Your Casting Setup

Choose the XL Casting when your rod needs the longer fit of this model. For casting rods up to 7 ft 6 in, consider the Stick Jacket Casting. For spinning rods with larger guides, choose a purpose-sized cover such as the Stick Jacket Spinning instead of forcing a casting sleeve over the guides.

Best for: organizing longer casting setups between bass or inshore trips, separating technique-specific rods, and protecting rods during routine storage and transport. Match the sleeve to the rod and guide profile, not just the fishing technique.

Simple Protection Between Trips

• Easy-on, easy-off sleeve covers the rod blank and guides.
• Finger-trap-style fit helps hold the sleeve in place.
• Tip grommet provides a hanging point.
• Designed to stop short of the reel and, in most cases, the hook keeper.
• Blue, Black, Lime Green, Yellow, and Red help distinguish different setups.
• One sleeve per pack.

XL Casting Fit at a Glance

The fit-around measurement is not a diameter. Check both rod length and guide clearance before choosing your cover.

Tackle Express Tips

• Assign a sleeve color to each technique so your jig, swimbait, or other casting setup is easier to find.
• Use the rod's hook keeper rather than attaching hooks to a guide. Hooks caught in the mesh can be difficult to remove.
• Slide the sleeve on gently and stop if a guide catches. Keep the tied-on lure outside the sleeve; a Stick Jacket Plug Jacket adds separate coverage around the lure to help reduce hook snags.

Before You Cover Your Rod

Does this cover the reel?
No. The sleeve is designed to stop short of the reel and usually the hook keeper, leaving those areas accessible.

Can I leave a lure tied on?
Yes, provided it stays outside the sleeve and is secured safely. Do not attach the hook to a guide where it can catch in the mesh.

Do the colors change the fit?
No. The five color options share the XL Casting fit specifications. Choose the color that makes your setup easiest to identify.

Is this the right cover for a spinning rod?
Choose a spinning-specific sleeve for the larger guides on a spinning rod. This model is sized for casting rods.

Why Buy the Daiwa Yamamoto Neko Fat 5"?

The Daiwa Yamamoto Neko Fat 5" is the result of two legendary fishing brands combining their best — Daiwa's precision detailing and Yamamoto's legendary salt-impregnated soft plastic formula. The result is a thick-bodied, 5-inch Neko rig worm with a Senko-style body and a unique bulbous tail that produces a quivering, head-down action that bass simply can't resist. The nail weight in the nose gives you the ability to use heavier gear and reach fish in deeper water where weightless worms aren't practical. 10 per pack, 11 proven Yamamoto colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 5-inch thick-body Neko rig worm combining Yamamoto's salt-impregnated soft plastic with a Senko-style body and bulbous tail — the nail weight in the nose creates a head-down, quivering presentation that triggers strikes from finicky bass at any depth, making it more versatile than a standard weightless worm.

Problem It Solves

Standard weightless finesse worms can't reach fish in deeper water and require ultra-light gear that limits hookset power. The Neko Fat's thick body and nail weight setup lets you fish a finesse presentation on heavier gear, reach fish at depth, and still produce the subtle, quivering action that triggers strikes from finicky bass in clear water and pressured fisheries.

Advantages

• ✅ Thick Senko-style body — more bulk and presence than a standard Neko worm
• ✅ Bulbous tail — unique quivering action that differentiates it from standard stick baits
• ✅ Nail weight compatible — reach fish at depth on heavier gear
• ✅ Yamamoto salt-impregnated formula — natural feel, fish hold on longer
• ✅ Daiwa precision detailing — consistent quality and action
• ✅ 11 proven Yamamoto color options
• ✅ 10 per pack
• ⚠️ Thicker body requires a slightly larger O-ring for wacky rigging than a standard stick bait

When to Choose It

Reach for the Neko Fat when you need a finesse presentation that can reach fish deeper than 15 feet, when standard weightless worms aren't getting to the strike zone, or when you want the Neko rig's head-down quiver with more body bulk and presence than a standard finesse worm. It's equally effective on wacky rig for shallow presentations and on Neko rig for deep structure.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Neko Rig — insert a 1/32–1/16 oz nail weight into the nose; hook through the center with a #1 or #2 wacky hook; the head-down fall and quivering tail action triggers strikes on the drop and at rest on the bottom
• Wacky Rig — hook through the center with a #1/0 or #2/0 wacky hook; use an O-ring to extend bait life; the thick body produces a pronounced, symmetrical wiggle on the fall
• Drop Shot — nose-hook on a #1 or #2 hook, 12–24" above the weight; the bulbous tail quivers naturally in the strike zone
• Shaky Head — thread onto a 3/16–1/4 oz shaky head for a stand-up presentation on hard bottom; the thick body and bulbous tail quiver on the pause
• Weightless Texas Rig — rig on a 3/0–4/0 EWG hook for a slow-falling presentation through sparse cover

Best Conditions

• Clear water (visibility 2ft+) where a natural, subtle presentation is most effective
• Deep structure (15–40ft) on Neko rig where weightless worms can't reach
• Post-frontal high pressure and slow-bite days
• Docks, laydowns, and open water on wacky rig
• Year-round — especially effective in summer (deep Neko) and spring (shallow wacky)

Best For

Key Features

• 5" thick Senko-style body — more bulk and presence than a standard Neko worm
• Bulbous tail — unique quivering action on the fall and at rest
• Nail weight compatible — reach fish at depth on heavier gear
• Yamamoto salt-impregnated formula — natural feel, fish hold on longer
• Daiwa × Yamamoto collaboration — precision detailing meets legendary soft plastic
• 11 proven color options
• 10 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 5" | Count: 10 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater | Brand: Daiwa × Yamamoto

Tackle Express Tips

1. Start with a 1/32 oz nail weight — The Neko Fat's thick body is heavier than a standard finesse worm, so a 1/32 oz nail weight is usually enough for presentations up to 20ft. Move to a 1/16 oz nail weight for deeper water (20–40ft) or when you need a faster fall to stay in contact with the bait in current or wind.
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 Fading Watermelon (#194) in clear water with a natural bottom, and use Blue Pearl w/ Silver Flake (#031) when bass are keying on shad in open water.
3. Use an O-ring for wacky rigging — The Neko Fat's thicker body benefits from an O-ring on wacky rig to extend bait life and keep the hook centered. You'll get 3–5x more casts per worm and the action is identical. The thick body also produces a more pronounced, symmetrical wiggle than a standard stick bait on the fall.

FAQ

Q: What makes the Neko Fat different from a standard Neko worm?
A: The Neko Fat has a thicker, Senko-style body with a unique bulbous tail — giving it more bulk and a different action profile than a standard straight-tail Neko worm. The bulbous tail quivers distinctly on the fall and at rest, creating a different visual trigger that can outperform standard Neko worms when bass have seen a lot of finesse presentations.

Q: What nail weight size works best for the Neko Fat 5"?
A: A 1/32 oz nail weight works best for shallow to mid-depth presentations (under 20ft). Use a 1/16 oz for deeper water (20–40ft) or when you need a faster fall. Insert the nail weight into the nose (blunt end) of the worm for the best head-down fall angle.

Q: Is the Neko Fat good for wacky rigging?
A: Yes — the thick Senko-style body makes it an excellent wacky rig bait. Hook through the center with a #1/0 wacky hook and use an O-ring to extend bait life. The thick body produces a pronounced, symmetrical wiggle on the fall that's very similar to the original Yamamoto Senko on a wacky rig.

When it takes loud surface disturbance and a big topwater to trigger trophy fish, reach for the Cotton Cordell Pencil Popper. It walks-the-dog on top, but its concave mouth also catches and throws water for maximum surface disturbance — the kind that draws up bass, stripers, redfish, and other hard-to-catch gamefish when subtler presentations won't get it done. The weighted tail aids casting distance and accuracy while adding more erratic action on the retrieve.

Available in three sizes — 4.5", 6", and 7" — with 7 color options across the lineup.

Key Features

• Walk-the-dog action — classic side-to-side topwater presentation
• Concave mouth — catches and throws water for maximum surface disturbance
• Weighted tail — improves casting distance, accuracy, and erratic action
• 3 sizes available — 4.5", 6", and 7"
• Target species — largemouth bass, striped bass, redfish, and other topwater gamefish

Size Guide

The Ima Flit 120 is the effort of endless research and development. Ima combined Michael Murphy’s biology expertise with its own advanced technology and the Flit 120 was born.  The Flit 120, named for its erratic fleeing action and 120mm in length, was designed on the basic premise of “matching the hatch.”   The ima Jerkbait, designed with a wide back, flat sides, and a narrow stomach, is designed to closely mimic the flat-sided Herring and/or Panfish prey, common in the U.S.   The Flit 120 incorporates a realistic finish, a uniquely designed bill for ease of use and specially designed triangular chambers. This creates constant focal points of contact, maximizing vibration and sound consistency. The ima Flit 120 is the next generation jerkbait designed specifically to trigger strikes and enhance your fishing experience.

Techniques:

• Jerk Pause:  Start with slack and end with slack after each series of jerks allowing the bait to glide back and forth.
• Deadsticking: Start out with a couple cranks and jerks to get the bait to desired depth and then pause the lure with slack line.
• Burning: Reel the jerkbait in fast spurts stopping periodically. A very effective technique around shad spawns and schooling fish.
  • Length: 120mm 4.5in
    Weight: 14g, 1/2oz
    Type: Suspends 6-8ft
    Hooks: #6

The Rapala Super Line Scissors are designed with sharp serrated cutting edge and oversized finger and thumb holes, these scissors actually grip and hold braided line for easy non-slip cutting. 

They are great all around scissors that every boat and shore angler should have.  No matter where the Tackle Express crew fishes, we have a pair of these with us.

The Pitbull Tackle Split Ring Pliers are a practical approach to a long sought after tool. Designed with functionality and user comfort in mind, Pitbull Tackle set out to improve the typical design of a split ring plier and give it better functionality.

What sets these pliers apart from the rest is a double lock head design. This feature holds the split ring firmly in place and does not allow it to slip out of the pliers grip. Traditionally a split ring plier when closed will hold the split ring in place, however the split ring can rotate up and down within the pliers grip. The double lock design on the Pitbull Tackle Split Ring Plier grabs and holds split rings in place, keeping them perpendicular to the pliers at all times. This ensures a steady and consistent angle every time, allowing for easier placement or removal of hooks and lures. Once in your hand you can feel the pliers open and lock in the split rings with ease.

Pitbull Tackle also wanted to give the user an improvement on traditional thinner handles and longer bulkier designs. The handle was made thicker, designed to naturally fit into the palm of your hand. Next, a non-slip material was chosen to give the user superb grip, and a bright color choice was chosen to make the pliers easily visible to the user. These pliers are lightweight and can easily fit in your pocket or tool holder, yet are constructed with corrosion resistant stainless steel to give the user both durability and functionality.

Why Buy the Yamamoto Double Tail Grub?

The Yamamoto Double Tail Grub is the go-to when you need more action, more bulk, and more disturbance than a single tail grub can deliver. Two curly tails working simultaneously create a larger disturbance that helps fish hone in on your bait from a distance — making it one of the most effective jig trailers, spider jig components, and spinnerbait trailers in the Yamamoto lineup. Add it to a Yamamoto Skirt to build your own custom spider jig color combination, or pin it onto a spinnerbait to slow your retrieve and add extra bulk and resistance. Available in 4" and 5" sizes, 20 per pack.

Main Use & Benefit

A dual curly tail grub available in 4" and 5" sizes that produces twice the disturbance and action of a single tail — ideal as a jig trailer, spider jig component, and spinnerbait trailer where extra bulk, resistance, and tail action trigger strikes that a single tail can't match.

Problem It Solves

A single tail grub adds action to a jig or spinnerbait, but sometimes you need more — more bulk to slow the fall, more disturbance to attract fish from a distance, and more tail action to trigger strikes on the pause. The Double Tail Grub's two curly tails deliver all three, making it the upgrade choice when a single tail isn't getting the job done.

Advantages

• ✅ Dual curly tails — twice the disturbance and action of a single tail grub
• ✅ Extra bulk and resistance — slows the fall and retrieve on jigs and spinnerbaits
• ✅ Spider jig compatible — pairs with Yamamoto Skirts for custom color combinations
• ✅ Yamamoto soft plastic formula — supple for great hook penetration, realistic feel
• ✅ Available in 4" and 5" sizes — choose based on jig size and target species
• ✅ Wide range of proven Yamamoto colors
• ✅ 20 per pack
• ⚠️ More bulk than a single tail — can overpower smaller jigs; best on 3/8 oz and larger

When to Choose It

Reach for the Double Tail Grub when you want to add more action, bulk, and disturbance to a jig or spinnerbait than a single tail can provide — especially when you need to slow your retrieve, when fish are keying on a larger profile, or when you want to build a custom spider jig with a Yamamoto Skirt. Choose the 4" for standard jig and spinnerbait applications, and the 5" when you want maximum bulk and a slower fall on larger jigs.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Jig Trailer — pin onto a 3/8–1/2 oz flipping jig, football jig, or swim jig; the dual tails add kicking action on every hop and a slower fall that triggers strikes on the pause
• Spider Jig — combine with a Yamamoto Skirt on a round head jig for a custom spider jig; the dual tails complement the skirt's action for a full, pulsing presentation
• Spinnerbait Trailer — pin onto a 3/8–1/2 oz spinnerbait to add bulk, resistance, and dual tail action that slows the retrieve and triggers strikes on the pause
• Buzzbait Trailer — pin onto a buzzbait for extra bulk and a kicking tail action that keeps fish committed on the bite
• Jighead — thread onto a 1/4–3/8 oz round jighead for a standalone swimming presentation with maximum tail action

Best Conditions

• Stained to murky water where extra disturbance helps fish locate the bait
• Heavy cover and structure where a slower fall triggers more strikes
• Warm water (summer and early fall) when bass are active and keying on larger profiles
• Year-round as a jig trailer — the dual tails produce action in any water temperature
• Any depth — equally effective shallow on spinnerbait and deep on football jig

Best For

Key Features

• Dual curly tails — twice the disturbance and action of a single tail grub
• Extra bulk and resistance — slows the fall and retrieve on jigs and spinnerbaits
• Spider jig compatible — pairs with Yamamoto Skirts for custom color combinations
• Yamamoto soft plastic formula — supple for great hook penetration, realistic feel
• Available in 4" and 5" sizes
• 20 per pack

Models & Specs

Sizes: 4" & 5" | Count: 20 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater

Tackle Express Tips

1. Match size to jig weight — Use the 4" Double Tail on jigs 3/8 oz and under for a balanced profile. Move to the 5" on 1/2 oz and larger jigs — the extra bulk and resistance of the 5" complements heavier jigs and produces a slower, more enticing fall on football jigs dragged over deep structure.
2. Build a spider jig with a Yamamoto Skirt — The Double Tail Grub is one of the best spider jig components available. Pair a Cinnamon w/ Black & Purple Flake 4" with a matching Yamamoto Skirt on a 3/8 oz round head jig for a custom color combination that's deadly for largemouth in heavy cover. The dual tails complement the skirt's pulsing action perfectly.
3. Slow down on the spinnerbait — The Double Tail Grub adds significant bulk and resistance to a spinnerbait — use this to your advantage by slowing your retrieve speed. The extra bulk causes the spinnerbait to helicopter and flutter on the pause, and the dual tails keep working even when the blade stops. If fish are short-striking, slow down before switching colors.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between the 4" and 5" Double Tail Grub?
A: The 4" is the standard size for most jig trailer and spinnerbait applications — it adds bulk and dual tail action without overpowering smaller jigs (3/8 oz and under). The 5" has more bulk and resistance, making it better for larger jigs (1/2 oz and up), football jig trailers on deep structure, and situations where you want maximum bulk and a slower fall.

Q: How do I build a spider jig with the Double Tail Grub?
A: Thread the Double Tail Grub onto a 3/8–1/2 oz round head jig, then slide a Yamamoto Skirt up the hook shank so it sits behind the jig head. The skirt's tentacles and the grub's dual tails work together to create a full, pulsing presentation. Match the grub color to the skirt color or go contrasting for a reaction color combination.

Q: Can the Double Tail Grub be fished solo on a jighead?
A: Yes — thread it onto a 1/4–3/8 oz round jighead for a standalone presentation with maximum tail action. The dual tails produce significantly more disturbance than a single tail grub on the same jighead, making it effective in stained water and when fish are keying on a larger, more active profile.

The Decoy Nail Bomb VJ-71 Jig Heads combine a weighted head with an EWG-style hook so you can rig finesse soft plastics with the point tucked into the bait. When an exposed jig hook keeps catching light vegetation, this design gives you another way to fish a worm without giving up a compact, head-weighted presentation.

The longer hook shank positions the point farther back along the plastic, while the light-wire construction suits controlled hooksets on finesse tackle. Choose from hook sizes 2, 1, and 1/0 and listed head weights from 1/32 to 1/8 oz. Each pack contains five jig heads.

Keep the Bait Fishing, Not Collecting Weeds

Rig the plastic straight and lightly tuck the hook point into its surface to reduce exposed-hook contact with light cover. This is a weedless rigging option, not a snag-proof guarantee: thick vegetation, branches, and rock crevices still call for careful placement and retrieve control.

The tradeoff is simple. A tucked point helps around cover, but the plastic must compress freely enough to expose the hook during a bite. In clean, open water, an exposed-hook option such as Owner Round Jig Heads may be the simpler choice.

The Right Pick for Light-Cover Finesse

Choose the VJ-71 when you want to work a small worm or compact soft plastic slowly around sparse grass, cover edges, or shoreline targets. It is a useful option for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass when a subtle presentation makes more sense than a bulky bait.

Start with lighter heads for shallow water and a slower fall in calm conditions. Move up in weight when wind, current, or depth makes it difficult to keep track of the bait. Heavy cover and forceful hooksets are not the natural match for a light-wire finesse hook.

Small Details That Make Rigging Easier

• EWG-style hook: accommodates weedless soft-plastic rigging.
• Longer shank: places the hook point farther along the bait.
• Light-wire construction: a practical match for finesse tackle and controlled hooksets.
• Independent size and weight choices: select the hook for the plastic, then the weight for the presentation.
• Five per pack: available across the listed combinations.

Rig Straight, Then Let the Plastic Work

Thread the hook through the nose of the plastic, bring it out near the head, and slide the bait into position on the offset. Measure where the point naturally meets the body before passing it through and lightly tucking it into the surface. Leave enough hook gap for the bait to collapse without bunching up.

For bottom-oriented fishing, use short lifts followed by pauses, or slowly drag the bait while maintaining contact. For a swimming presentation, retrieve steadily and add brief pauses along cover edges. A compact baitfish profile such as the Yamamoto 3-inch Shad Shape Worm offers a different look from a slender Roboworm 4 1/2-inch Curly Tail Worm. Check each plastic against the selected hook before fishing; length alone does not determine fit.

Tackle Express Tips

• Match the hook to body thickness: make sure the plastic can move out of the gap when compressed. Upsizing the hook is not a substitute for checking fit.
• Use the lightest head you can track: increase weight only when you need better depth control or line contact.
• Check after every bite: straighten the plastic, retuck the point, and inspect the hook. Use a controlled sweep and a properly set drag rather than a hard, heavy-cover hookset.

Before You Tie One On

Does the VJ-71 have a weed guard?
No separate weed guard is shown. The weedless presentation comes from rigging the soft plastic on the EWG-style hook with its point tucked into the bait.

How do I choose between hook sizes 2, 1, and 1/0?
Choose by the plastic's body thickness and where the point sits when rigged. Size 2 is smaller than size 1, and size 1/0 is larger than both. Keep sufficient gap for the bait to compress.

Which weight should I start with?
Try 1/32 or 1/16 oz for shallow, calm-water finesse presentations. Use 3/32 or 1/8 oz when additional weight helps you manage depth, wind, or current. The right choice depends on the plastic and conditions.

How many jig heads come in a pack?
Five jig heads per pack.

The Z-Man TRD TubeZ is a 2.75-inch finesse tube bait specifically designed for the Ned Rig technique. While most traditional tubes are hollow and sink flat, the TRD TubeZ is made from 10X Tough ElaZtech, which is naturally buoyant and causes the tentacles to stand up and dance off the bottom.

Key Features & Design

• Solid Nose Construction: Unlike standard hollow tubes, the TRD TubeZ features a solid head, making it easy to rig on a mushroom-style jighead without the bait tearing or sliding.

• Super-Soft Tentacles: The thin, round tentacles are highly reactive, moving with the slightest water current or rod tip twitch to mimic a small crawfish or prey fish.

• Salt-Impregnated: The body is loaded with salt to encourage fish to hold on longer, giving you more time to set the hook.

• Indestructible Material: The ElaZtech build is virtually impossible to tear, often lasting for dozens of catches per bait.

The Jackall Gantarel Jr. is a miniature edition of its larger sibling, configured to replicate a Bluegill swimbait. Its S-Motions are designed to draw strikes from bass. These motions can be initiated with a quick tweak of the rod tip, enabling the bait to complete a 180 degree turn.

This bluegill style swimbait features swiveling hook hangars and a swiveling line tie that helps reduce line twists. It also features an addition loop on the chin of the bait that allows you to add a weight to make the bait slow sink, fast sink, or even a suspending bait. Finally, the hooks are dressed with premium feathers.

The Jackall Gantarel Jr. Hard Body Swimbait measures 5 inches and weighs 1.5 ounces, designed with slow-floating buoyancy. Its dual-jointed body produces a realistic S-shaped swimming action, while the swiveling line-tie minimizes line twist. Rotating hook hangers eliminate leverage, enhancing hook sets. This swimbait can execute sharp 180-degree turns with quick rod tip movements or rapid handle turns, making it highly effective for enticing fish.