There are hundreds of waterproof jackets out there, but we built our Dri-Duck Torrent Jacket with a little more intention than the other guys’. We took the time to line the Torrent waterproof jacket from hem to hood with a mesh that allows the jacket to move and breathe. It’s built from a premium nylon that isn’t crunchy or noisy while you move. Use its adjustable hem, hood and cuffs to determine how much protection you need at any given time—it’ll hug gloves, protect your waistline and keep your head dry, even over a hat. We even added an interior security pocket designed to keep your phone out of the rain. We wanted more out of our waterproof rain jacket, and the Dri-Duck Torrent doesn’t disappoint.
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Top Brass Peg-It's are the perfect way to keep you weight in one location. It works great with flipping and punching or Carolina Rigs. Simply insert the rubber point through the weight and pull it through on the location of the line. Cut off the excess and the weight will stay there.
15 Pieces Per Pack
Mustad Ultrapoint Grip Pin Max Flipping Punching Hooks feature an aggressive barb to keep your bait on while fishing the slop. Pulling your bait out of the nasty stuff is no problem for this 2X strong hook. Here are some additional features.
- Straight shank
- Extra Wide Bend
- Chemically sharpened
- Nor-Tempered
- Opti-Angle Needle Point
- 2 Extra strong
- Grip-pin
- Black Nickel
Model Number G34131NP-BN
Quantity 5 per pack
The Strike King Hack Attack Heavy Cover Swim Jig was built for one purpose: going into the nastiest cover on the lake and coming out with a fish. Designed by Bassmaster Elite Series veteran Greg Hackney, it's engineered around a super-strong Gamakatsu Siwash hook made exclusively for Strike King — delivering extra bite and more positive hooksets when you're winching fish out of grass, wood, and matted vegetation. A heavy weedguard keeps it clean through the thickest cover, and a Perfect Skirt adds a lifelike, pulsing action that triggers strikes even when bass are buried deep in the junk.
Key Features
- Designed by Greg Hackney — Bassmaster Elite Series veteran built for heavy cover specialists
- Exclusive Gamakatsu Siwash hook — extra bite for more positive hooksets on big fish
- Heavy weedguard — punches through grass, wood, and matted cover without fouling
- Perfect Skirt — lifelike, pulsing action that triggers reaction strikes
- 1/2 oz — ideal weight for swimming through and over heavy cover
- Available in 8 proven color patterns
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
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| Weight | 1/2 oz |
| Hook | Gamakatsu Siwash (exclusive to Strike King) |
| Weedguard | Heavy |
| Skirt | Perfect Skirt |
| Best For | Grass, wood, matted vegetation, heavy cover |
| Brand | Strike King |
The Deps Deathadder 3" Straight Tail Worm has built a new era of soft baits proven to catch big bass with its innovative design and deadly effectiveness. The unique body shape moves through the water with realistic, tight vibration created by the narrow tail, delivering the perfect baitfish profile that bass can't resist.
The innovative silhouette features a wide body that tapers to a sharply narrowed tail, creating natural swimming action and vibration that triggers strikes from both active and finicky fish. The ultra-soft material with high salt content provides excellent castability and natural falling action that can be achieved even without added weight, making it ideal for a wide range of presentations.
Incredibly versatile, the Deathadder 3" excels on jighead rigs, Texas rigs, wacky rigs, drop-shot rigs, and as a jig trailer. The compact 3" size is perfect for finesse presentations and when bass want a smaller profile. The wide body provides bulk while the narrow tail creates subtle, realistic vibrations that attract bass without spooking them. The high salt content not only improves casting distance but also encourages fish to hold on longer for better hookup ratios.
Key Features:
- Compact 3" Finesse Size: Perfect for pressured fish and finesse presentations
- Unique Body Shape: Wide body with sharply narrowed tail creates realistic baitfish profile
- Tight Vibration Action: Narrow tail produces subtle, realistic vibrations that attract bass
- Ultra-Soft Material: High-quality Japanese plastic delivers natural movement and feel
- High Salt Content: Improves castability and encourages fish to hold on longer
- Natural Falling Action: Achieves realistic descent even without added weight
- Versatile Rigging Options: Works on jighead, Texas rig, wacky rig, drop shot, and as a trailer
- Proven Big Bass Bait: Track record of catching trophy-class largemouth and smallmouth
Specifications:
- Length: 3 inches
- Quantity: 10 per pack
- Recommended Hook Size: #2 to #1/0 offset hooks
- Material: Ultra-soft, high salt content plastic
- Target Species: Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass
Recommended Rigging Techniques:
- Jighead Rig: Excellent for open water and swimming presentations
- Texas Rig: Weedless presentation for heavy cover
- Wacky Rig: Maximum action for finesse situations
- Drop Shot: Suspended presentation for deep or pressured fish
- Jig Trailer: Adds subtle action and profile to jigs
- Weightless: Natural fall in shallow water or around cover
- Ned Rig: Ultimate finesse presentation for tough conditions
Ideal Applications:
- Finesse fishing for pressured or heavily fished waters
- Clear water situations
- When bass want a smaller profile
- Post-frontal conditions
- Sight fishing for wary bass
- Vertical presentations on deep structure
- Around docks, laydowns, and shallow cover
When you need a compact finesse straight tail worm that delivers realistic action, proven big bass results, and works on multiple rigs, the Deps Deathadder 3" Straight Tail Worm is the choice of serious finesse anglers worldwide.
The Dirty Jig Tungsten HD Guppy is a high-performance fishing jig designed for anglers who demand durability and precision. Crafted with heavy-duty tungsten, this jig provides superior sensitivity and a smaller profile, allowing for a more natural presentation in the water. Its compact size helps you get down to the fish faster, perfect for both deep-water and finesse fishing techniques.
The HD Guppy features a sharp, high-quality hook for reliable hook sets, and the innovative design ensures it works well in various fishing environments. Ideal for targeting bass, panfish, and other game species, the Dirty Jig Tungsten HD Guppy is a must-have for any angler looking to enhance their fishing game. The Dirty Jig Tungsten HD Guppy is a high-performance fishing jig designed for anglers who demand durability and precision.
| Weight | Hook Size | Quantity |
| 1/8oz | 2/0 | 3pk |
| 3/16oz | 2/0 | 3pk |
| 1/4oz | 2/0 | 3pk |
| 3/8oz | 2/0 | 2pk |
Premium Performance at an Unbeatable Value
The Shimano SLX XT A Casting Reels deliver exceptional performance and advanced technology at a price point that makes tournament-grade features accessible to every angler. Built on Shimano's proven Hagane engineering platform and packed with premium technologies, these low-profile baitcasting reels provide the smooth operation, precise casting control, and rock-solid reliability that serious bass and freshwater anglers demand without breaking the bank.
Hagane Engineering Foundation
- Hagane Body: Rigid metal frame eliminates flex and maintains precise internal alignment for consistent performance and enhanced sensitivity
- MicroModule Gearing: Precision-machined gear teeth create an ultra-smooth mesh for incredibly refined cranking feel and enhanced durability
- X-Ship Technology: Optimized gear support system maintains perfect alignment under load, maximizing efficiency and cranking power
- S3D Spool Design: Computer-optimized spool profile reduces line friction and improves casting performance with all line types
Advanced Casting and Control Features
- SVS Infinity Brake System: Externally adjustable centrifugal brake provides precise cast control and virtually eliminates backlash with all lure weights
- Shielded A-RB Bearings: Corrosion-resistant ball bearings deliver smooth operation and extended service life in freshwater and light saltwater
- Cross Carbon Drag: Advanced carbon fiber drag washers deliver smooth, consistent pressure across the entire drag range with excellent heat dissipation
- Swept Handle: Ergonomic design reduces weight while providing comfortable, fatigue-free cranking all day long
- Compact Low-Profile Design: Lightweight, palm-friendly body provides all-day comfort and precise control
Built for Versatile Excellence
Whether you're pitching jigs to bass in heavy cover, working crankbaits along rocky points, burning spinnerbaits through grass, throwing topwater plugs at dawn, or finesse fishing with soft plastics, the SLX XT A adapts to your technique with precision and confidence. Multiple gear ratios provide options for power fishing applications and finesse techniques, while the smooth drag system handles everything from schoolie bass to trophy-class fish with ease.
Why Anglers Choose SLX XT
The SLX XT series has earned its reputation as one of the best values in baitcasting reels by consistently delivering performance that rivals reels costing significantly more. The combination of Hagane engineering, advanced technologies, and meticulous quality control creates a reel that feels exceptional in your hands and performs flawlessly cast after cast, season after season. Every component is engineered to exacting standards, from the precision-cut gears to the perfectly balanced spool, ensuring smooth, reliable operation that inspires confidence on the water.
Experience the difference that premium engineering makes without the premium price tag. The Shimano SLX XT A isn't just a baitcasting reel—it's proof that you don't have to compromise performance to stay within budget.
Upgrade your arsenal with Shimano SLX XT A Casting Reels—where premium performance meets exceptional value.
Experience the secret sauce that will drive trout wild! Developed and tested by 14-year-old expert angler Talan Richardson, Richardson's Bass Sauce Mystery Sauce adds an irresistible flavor to lures, baits, and jigs. Enhance your fishing game and reel in the catch with this must-have formula. Great for Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, & Striped bass.
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100% Biodegradable
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4oz Squeeze Bottle
Enhance your lure's performance with Zappu Board Weights. Made from soft lead and designed with an adhesive backing, these oval-shaped weights can easily be added to any hard bait.
Increase casting distance and running depth, or achieve perfect suspension or sinking in different water temperatures. Available in multiple sizes for precise customization. A must-have for serious anglers.
The Rapala RapStack 3600 Tackle Tray stores, organize, access – repeat. The Rapala RapStack Tackle Trays are designed for keeping your tackle protected and in perfect order with heavy-duty construction and smart design. 11"x7"x1-3/4" Divider System.
- Suitable for Hard Baits, Soft Baits and Accessories
- Quick Latch System for Single-Hand Access
- Re-Writable Labels (2 included)
- Stackable Design with Integrated Feet for Vertical Storage
- Rigid Dividers Secure Tackle in Place and Accommodate Various-Sized Baits
- Highly Rigid, Cold & Heat Resistant UV Material
The Aftco Reaper Tactical Sweatshirt Charcoal Acid Camo. Every angler's favorite pullover fishing sweatshirt offered in custom AFTCO camo patterns. Constructed with an insanely comfortable and warm microfleece fabric, this men's sweatshirt features a specially designed built-in face mask and neck warmer. Reaper is a technical hoodie that delivers with specialized features like laser cut ventilation on the mask and underarm area, a convenient hood anchoring system designed for high-speed runs across the channel or lake, and ultra-quiet pocket enclosures for added stealth.
Whether worn standalone or as a crucial layering piece, the Reaper camo fishing hoodie is the go-to when warmth is paramount.
Features:
- 100% Poly Bonded Microfleece
- Hood Shock Cord cinch stopper, integrated vented facemask
- Block Tapey™ pocket closure
- Lasercut vented underarm
- Stain release
The PB Rat 2 Mouse Piece Wakebait is the ultimate big meal for the fish of a lifetime - crafted with a single joint and oversized bill to draw attention and strike! Perfect for the serious angler, this wakebait offers optimal appeal and tantalizing action. Time to make your mark!The PB Rat Wakebaits come stock with gnarley VMC Split Rings and Owner Stinger Trebles. PB Rats do come in solid colors however the swirl patterns are unique and no two swirl patterns are the same. Tail colors may vary and are held on with a screw lock and can be easily changed after being chewed.
2-Piece Mouse - 4" Body - 1.3oz
2-Piece - 5" Body - 2.3oz
3-Piece - 7" Body - 2.5oz
4-Piece - 9" Body - 3.5oz
Colors will vary, may not match picture. Please call if you have any questions. Sorry no sales or discounts apply for this item.
The Deps MS Craw 2.6 features a fully ringed body, flapping claws, and micro appendages that displace tons of water and produce powerful vibrations despite its compact size. The high-response claws are equipped with large flapping blocks at the tip to deliver energetic kicking action, while the unique arm spines on the outside of the body attract bass and induce bites even in tough conditions.
Designed with an array of different rigging methods and retrieve styles in mind, the MS Craw works great as a finesse jig trailer and is perfect for Texas, Carolina, and free rigging presentations. The fully ringed body creates realistic crawfish movement and displaces water with every twitch of the rod, while the micro appendages add subtle action that triggers strikes from finicky bass.
A compact finesse craw with a strong underwater presence that far exceeds its size, the Deps MS Craw 2.6 offers bite-sized appeal that will improve your success during tough conditions and heavy fishing pressure. The combination of flapping claws, ringed body, and micro appendages creates a multi-dimensional presentation that bass can't resist.
Key Features:
- Fully Ringed Body: Displaces tons of water and creates realistic crawfish movement
- High-Response Claws: Large flapping blocks at tips deliver energetic kicking action
- Micro Appendages: Add subtle action and vibration to attract bass
- Unique Arm Spines: Outside body spines attract bass and induce bites
- Compact Finesse Size: 2.6" profile perfect for tough conditions and pressured fish
- Powerful Vibrations: Strong underwater presence exceeds its compact size
- Versatile Rigging Options: Works as jig trailer, Texas rig, Carolina rig, and free rig
- Premium Japanese Construction: Durable material holds hooks securely
Specifications:
- Length: 2.6 inches
- Type: Finesse crawfish imitator
- Target Species: Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass
Rigging Techniques:
- Jig Trailer: Perfect finesse trailer for flipping and pitching jigs
- Texas Rig: Weedless presentation for heavy cover
- Carolina Rig: Dragging presentation for deep structure
- Free Rig: Natural falling action for finesse presentations
- Shaky Head: Subtle action for pressured fish
- Ned Rig: Compact profile perfect for finesse fishing
Ideal Applications:
- Tough conditions and heavy fishing pressure
- Finesse presentations for pressured fish
- Clear water situations
- When bass are feeding on small crawfish
- Post-frontal conditions
- Around rocks, gravel, and hard bottom
- As a downsized option when larger baits aren't working
When you need a compact finesse craw that delivers powerful vibrations, energetic claw action, and bite-sized appeal for tough conditions, the Deps MS Craw 2.6 is the choice of serious finesse anglers.
Tackle Express Dri-Duck Torrent Waterproof Jacket has waterproof nylon fabric with DWR waterproof coating.
Lightweight, durable, packable and waterproof for fishing, hiking, biking, camping and everyday casual wear.
It features an adjustable 3 panel hood with fine mesh lining, scuba neck with 1/2 length zip, hidden zipper front pocket with snaps inside front pocket flap, side slit pockets, elastic cuffs, and tightening toggle at waistband.
No design on back.
100% nylon 330D with Interior PU waterproof coating
Nylon Outer Shell: Waterproof Coating = Level 3
Inner PU Coating: Breathability/Permeability = 5,000
Water Pressure Resistance = 10,000 mm
The Norman Deep Baby N Crankbait is a classic medium-depth crankbait designed for anglers seeking a compact yet effective lure for targeting bass and other freshwater species. With its tight wiggle and fast diving action, it excels in imitating smaller forage such as shad, bluegill, or crawdad, making it a versatile choice for various fishing conditions.
Key Features:
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Diving Depth: Designed to dive quickly to a depth range of 6 to 8 feet, allowing anglers to reach the strike zone efficiently.
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Compact Size: Measures 2 inches in body length and weighs 1/4 oz, making it ideal for targeting species that feed on smaller prey.
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Action: Generates a tight, fast-wobbling action that attracts predatory fish, mimicking the movement of distressed baitfish.
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Durability: Constructed with high-quality materials to withstand repeated casting and strikes from aggressive fish.
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Color Options: Available in a variety of colors to match local forage and water conditions.
Fish Monkey Pro 365 Guide Sun Protection Gloves takes the best elements from our best-selling Stubby and Half-Finger Guide Gloves and adds a little more padding and protection in critical areas. This glove is perfect for those professional captains and guides that spend more time on the water than off.
FOR THE ULTIMATE….
Fish, Boat, and Tackle Management!
- Exposed fingertips for ultimate fish, boat and tackle management.
- UPF 50+ sun protection.
- Synthetic leather palm non-slip grip adds comfort and support.
- Quick dry breathable fabric for all day comfort.
- Extended cuff for UV protection.
- Superior construction for second skin fit.
The Roman Made Mother Chaser has transformed from a dream to reality! The Mother Chaser is a very unique beautiful 100% hand-crafted Swimbait for the serious angler. The concept of the Roman Made Mother was born 15 years ago and has been proven with some giant fish.
With the concept of finding bigger fish, the Roman Made Mother Chaser was born. Based on the basic performance of a wide glided action, the self-propelled performance with of a wider glide, added by alternate reeling speeds, is an important factor to attract Monster fish.
This is not your traditional Big Bait, the Roman Made Mother Chaser is in a league of her own at 16 inches and 22 ounces has a drawing power no other bait can compete with. This creates a completely unexpected reaction from the monster fish in our lakes that is rarely seen.
Drawing fish out of hiding for a viscous strike, or simply giving the fishes' locations away. This is a massive bait and requires the right rod, reel and line combination. The Roman Made Mother Chaser is available to the U.S. in only one color way rainbow trout.
Length: 16"
Weight: 22.29oz / 632g
Slow Sink
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The Picasso School E Rig Sweet 16 Umbrella Rig creates a schooling-baitfish presentation with a four-tier arrangement of 16 willow blades. Twelve #1 blades supply a flickering effect, while four #3 blades add bright flash and vibration. Low-visibility brown wire keeps the emphasis on the baits you rig rather than shiny supporting wires.
Make the School Stand Out, Not the Wire
When bass are focused on groups of baitfish, a single soft plastic offers a different look from a coordinated spread. The Sweet 16 combines multiple blades with your chosen swimbaits to build that school-like profile. Its slightly longer center wire positions one bait behind the rest, suggesting a baitfish straying from the group.
The appeal is a combination of flicker, flash, vibration, and staggered bait placement. Choose it when you want a conspicuous moving presentation around baitfish. If a compact silhouette or minimal flash is your priority, a single swimbait or a simpler rig may be the better starting point.
Build the Spread Around Your Water
Start with a controlled, steady retrieve and watch the rig swim beside the boat or bank before making a long cast. Adjust speed and countdown to reach the depth you want while keeping the blades and plastics working cleanly. Baitfish-holding points, open-water schools, and the edges of structure are useful places to evaluate this style of presentation.
Best for: freshwater bass fishing, castable umbrella-rig techniques, and covering water where a baitfish-school presentation fits the forage. It is a practical option when flash and vibration are desirable; around dense vegetation or snag-filled cover, the spread needs more room than a single weedless bait.
Count the complete assembled setup when matching it to your rod's casting rating, including the rig, all jig heads, and every plastic. No fixed running depth is specified here because depth depends on the completed rig, line, retrieve, and conditions.
Choose Heads and Plastics That Swim Together
Picasso Smart Mouth Gamakatsu Jig Heads in Shad are designed for School-E-Rigs and other castable umbrella rigs. Match head weight and hook size to your chosen plastics rather than selecting each component independently.
Compare the Keitech Swing Impact 3.5-inch and Keitech Swing Impact 4-inch as soft-plastic options. Check hook gap, tail clearance, and the balance of the finished spread. Plastic swimbaits are not included.
A Head and Swivel Built for the Job
The lightweight, high-impact-resistant plastic head houses an embedded nose swivel. The swivel is designed to help prevent line twist and reduce the leverage a hooked fish can exert against the rig. Keep the connection free to move, and inspect the rig and your knots before fishing.
- Four-tier blade configuration with 16 willow blades in total.
- Twelve #1 willow blades for a schooling-baitfish flicker.
- Four #3 willow blades for flash and vibration.
- Slightly longer center wire for a trailing-bait presentation.
- Low-visibility brown wire.
- Lightweight, high-impact-resistant plastic head.
- Embedded nose swivel to help manage line twist and fish leverage.
Sweet 16 at a Glance
| Model | SKU | Blade layout | Wire | Head and connection |
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| School E Rig Sweet 16 | PIC000 | 4 tiers; twelve #1 and four #3 willow blades | Low-visibility brown; longer center wire | High-impact-resistant plastic head; embedded nose swivel |
Not included: plastic swimbaits. Blade count is not a statement of hook count.
Tackle Express Tips
- Test the assembled rig on a short retrieve first. Straighten any crooked plastics and check that baits, wires, and blades move without fouling one another.
- Start with a steady retrieve, then change speed or countdown one at a time to find the most useful depth and action.
- Include every added component when assessing total casting weight, and inspect the nose swivel and line connection regularly.
Before You Assemble It
What does Sweet 16 refer to?
The rig has 16 willow blades: twelve #1 blades and four #3 blades arranged in four tiers.
Are plastic swimbaits included?
No. Plastic swimbaits are not included and must be selected separately.
Why is the center wire longer?
It places the center bait slightly behind the spread to simulate a baitfish straying from the school.
What does the embedded nose swivel do?
It is designed to help prevent line twist and reduce a hooked fish's leverage against the rig.
Phenix ProLine Sinker Stop Tool Kit are perfect for pegging any Mojo style weight such as the Phenix finesse slider
Kit includes: 1 Threader 90 Strands
When Bass Go Deep, This Is What You Tie On
Most crankbaits tap out at 12–15 feet. The Strike King Pro Model 8XD keeps going. At 5.5 inches and 1.3 oz with a dive depth of up to 20 feet, this is the crankbait built for the moments that matter most — when big bass have pushed off the bank and stacked on deep ledges, humps, and structure. Tight wobble, aggressive lip, premium finish. This is the bait that goes where others can't.
Built for the Deep Game
The 8XD is Strike King's answer to deep-water bass fishing. The oversized lip drives it down fast and keeps it in the strike zone longer, while the large, well-balanced body generates subtle vibrations that pull fish in from a distance. Whether you're dragging it across a 20-foot ledge or burning it through a deep flat, the 8XD tracks true and stays dialed in cast after cast.
Why Shallow Cranks Fail Here
When bass move to deep structure in summer and fall, standard crankbaits simply can't reach them. You're fishing above the fish — and they know it. The 8XD's aggressive lip geometry gets it down to 20 feet on a long cast, putting the bait right in the face of fish that haven't seen pressure all day.
What Sets the 8XD Apart
- Dives deeper than most crankbaits in its class — reaches 20 feet on a long cast with 10–12 lb fluorocarbon
- Tight, realistic wobble that mimics fleeing baitfish with precision — not an exaggerated thump
- Aggressive lip design gets it down fast and holds depth through the retrieve
- Large, well-balanced body generates subtle vibrations that attract fish from distance
- Premium finish and components built to withstand aggressive strikes and repeated use
- Available in 10 proven color patterns for clear and stained water conditions
The Right Pick If...
- You're fishing clear lakes or deep reservoirs where bass stack on structure past 15 feet
- You want a crankbait that tracks true and stays in the zone on long casts
- You're targeting ledge bass, humps, or deep flats in summer and fall
- You need a bait that generates reaction strikes from fish that have seen everything
- You fish 10–17 lb fluorocarbon and want maximum depth on a standard retrieve
Best Fishing Techniques
- Ledge cranking — long casts with 10–12 lb fluoro, slow steady retrieve to keep it grinding the bottom
- Hump fishing — cast past the structure, let it dive, and work it over the top and down the back side
- Deep flat sweeping — cover water quickly on expansive deep flats during post-spawn and summer
- Reaction cranking — burn it through suspended fish to trigger reaction strikes
Best Conditions
- Clear to lightly stained water — 2+ feet of visibility
- Summer and fall when bass push to deep structure
- Post-spawn transition as fish move off the bank
- Reservoirs, clear lakes, and highland impoundments with defined ledges and humps
Best For
- Largemouth and smallmouth bass on deep structure
- Ledge and hump fishing in 15–20 foot range
- Tournament anglers targeting deep summer and fall patterns
- Anglers fishing clear-water reservoirs and highland lakes
Key Features
- Length: 5.5 inches
- Weight: 1.3 oz
- Dive depth: up to 20 feet
- Type: deep-diving crankbait
- Tight, realistic wobble action
- Aggressive oversized lip for fast depth acquisition
- Large, well-balanced body with subtle vibration
- Premium finish and hardware
- Available in 10 color patterns including Gizzard Shad, Green Gizzard Shad, Nude, Delta Red, Chartreuse Shad, Barfish, Tennessee Shad, Natural Shad, The Shizzle, and Tennessee Shad 2.0
Models & Specs
| SKU | Color | Length | Weight | Dive Depth |
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| HC8XD-511 | Gizzard Shad | 5.5" | 1.3 oz | Up to 20 ft |
| HC8XD-568 | Green Gizzard Shad | 5.5" | 1.3 oz | Up to 20 ft |
| STR012x | Nude | 5.5" | 1.3 oz | Up to 20 ft |
| HC8XD-450 | Delta Red | 5.5" | 1.3 oz | Up to 20 ft |
| HC8XD-598 | Chartreuse Shad | 5.5" | 1.3 oz | Up to 20 ft |
| HC8XD-692 | Barfish | 5.5" | 1.3 oz | Up to 20 ft |
| HC8XD-469 | Tennessee Shad 2.0 | 5.5" | 1.3 oz | Up to 20 ft |
| HC8XD-699 | Natural Shad | 5.5" | 1.3 oz | Up to 20 ft |
| HC8XD-477 | The Shizzle | 5.5" | 1.3 oz | Up to 20 ft |
| HC8XD-517 | Tennessee Shad | 5.5" | 1.3 oz | Up to 20 ft |
Tackle Express Tips
- Run 10–12 lb fluorocarbon on a 7'6" medium-heavy rod to maximize dive depth — fluoro sinks and adds 2–3 extra feet compared to mono.
- On ledge bites, slow your retrieve until you feel the bait ticking bottom. That contact is what triggers the strike.
- Match color to water clarity: Gizzard Shad and Green Gizzard Shad shine in clear water; Nude and Delta Red are go-to choices in stained or low-light conditions.
FAQ
How deep does the 8XD actually dive?
Up to 20 feet on a long cast with 10–12 lb fluorocarbon. Line diameter and cast length both affect depth — thinner fluoro and longer casts get you deeper.
What rod and line setup works best?
A 7'–7'6" medium-heavy rod with a moderate-fast tip and 10–14 lb fluorocarbon is the standard setup. The longer rod helps load the bait on the cast and keeps it down during the retrieve.
Is this bait good for smallmouth?
Yes. The 8XD is excellent for smallmouth on deep clear-water lakes and reservoirs, especially in summer when fish push to 15–20 foot structure.
More Strike King XD Series Crankbaits
Not sure the 8XD is the right depth for your water? Explore the full XD lineup:
- Strike King Pro Model 3XD — shallower diver, ideal for 8–10 ft structure
- Strike King Pro Model 5XD — mid-depth workhorse for 12–15 ft
- Strike King Pro Model 6XD — bridges the gap between the 5XD and 8XD
- Strike King Pro Model 10XD — goes even deeper for 25+ ft ledge fishing
Pair It With
Anglers who fish the 8XD also reach for these Strike King baits when conditions call for a different presentation:
- Strike King KVD 2.5 Squarebill — when fish move shallow or into cover
- Strike King KVD Jerkbait — for suspended fish and clear-water reaction bites
- Strike King KVD Sexy Dawg — topwater option for early morning and low-light windows
- Strike King KVD Sexy Dawg Jr. — finesse topwater for pressured fish and smaller bites
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