Freshwater Fishing Tackle – Rods, Reels & Gear

The Owner ST-35 is the short shank treble hook that belongs on your crankbaits, jerkbaits, and topwater lures. A wider 150° gap opens the hook's catching window, the short shank keeps it from raking up your bait's finish, and the combination of Owner's Super Needle Point and Silky Gray Finish makes it about as sticky as a treble hook gets. Fewer follows that don't convert. Fewer fish that shake off at the boat. More fish in the net.

Short Shank. Wide Gap. Sticky Point.

The ST-35 is engineered around three specific improvements over a standard treble. The short shank reduces the leverage a fish has to throw the hook and prevents the hook from digging into and scuffing the body of hard baits during casts and retrieves. The 150° gap is wider than a standard treble, which means the hook point reaches fish faster on a strike. The Silky Gray Finish reduces friction on entry so the Super Needle Point drives home on light contact without needing a hard hookset.

Why Standard Factory Trebles Cost You Fish

Factory trebles on most production crankbaits and jerkbaits are value-engineered — adequate enough to ship, not optimal enough to keep every fish you hit. Points dull after a few trips, the finish corrodes, and the gap geometry wasn't designed for the specific lure it came on. The ST-35 is a purpose-built replacement: sharper out of the box, stays sharper longer, and the 150° gap is designed to maximize hook contact on reaction strikes where the fish doesn't fully commit.

What Sets Them Apart

• Short Shank Design — Reduces hook rash on bait bodies; less leverage for fish to throw the hook mid-fight
• 150° Wide Gap — Wider catching window than standard trebles; hooks fish that barely touch the bait
• Super Needle Point — Owner's sharpest point; drives home on the lightest contact without a power hookset
• Silky Gray Finish — Frictionless coating reduces resistance on entry; works with the needle point instead of against it
• Forged Construction — Holds its shape under the sustained pressure of hard-fighting fish
• Sizes #6 through 2/0 — Covers the full range from finesse jerkbaits to larger swimbaits and saltwater plugs

The Right Pick If…

• You're replacing dull or corroded factory trebles on crankbaits or jerkbaits
• You want a shorter shank that won't dig into your bait's paint or holographic finish
• You're losing fish at the boat due to hook throws on standard gap trebles
• You fish fast reaction baits where a sticky point on light contact makes the difference
• You fish saltwater and need a finish that resists corrosion between trips

Best Fishing Techniques

• Crankbait fishing — replace all factory trebles before the season; Size #4–6 for most bass cranks
• Jerkbait fishing — short shank reduces hook fouling between front and rear hooks on pauses
• Topwater walking baits — wide gap increases hook contact on explosive surface strikes
• Hard swimbaits — Size 1–2/0 for larger profiles; short shank keeps the hook tight to the bait body
• Inshore saltwater plugs — for snook, redfish, and speckled trout on hard baits

Best Conditions

• Clear water — Silky Gray Finish is low-profile and doesn't flash or spook wary fish
• Reaction bite fishing — fast strikes where the fish barely mouths the bait; wide gap and needle point close the deal
• Saltwater inshore — finish holds up against corrosion better than standard plated trebles
• Tournament fishing — upgrade your whole crankbait box before the season; hooks are the cheapest upgrade with the highest return

Best For

• Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass (crankbaits, jerkbaits, topwater)
• Spotted Bass on finesse hard baits (Size #6)
• Snook, Redfish, Speckled Trout on inshore plugs (Size 1–2/0)
• Striped Bass on large hard swimbaits
• Any hard bait application where hook quality directly affects conversion rate

Models & Specs

Specs are loaded dynamically from product metafields. Available: Size 6 (5635-056, Qty 8), Size 4 (5635-076, Qty 7), Size 2 (5635-096, Qty 6), Size 1 (5635-106, Qty 5), Size 1/0 (5635-116, Qty 5), Size 2/0 (5635-126, Qty 5).

Tackle Express Tips

• Match size to the split ring, not the lure body. The hook gape needs to clear the lure body during a strike without the shank fouling. On most standard bass crankbaits, Size #4 is the correct fit. Size #6 for smaller finesse cranks; Size #2 or larger for magnum crankbaits and swimbaits.
• Re-hook your whole box at the start of the season. If you're still running factory trebles from last year, you're fishing with dull hooks. ST-35s are inexpensive enough to re-hook your entire hard bait collection at the start of the season — and the difference in conversion rate on reaction strikes is immediate.
• Check points after every rocky bottom contact. The Super Needle Point is sharp but thin. A single hard strike against a rock can roll the tip. Run your thumbnail across each point after fishing rocky cover — if it doesn't drag, swap it.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between the ST-35 and a standard Owner treble?
A: The ST-35 has a shorter shank and a wider 150° gap compared to standard treble geometry. The shorter shank reduces hook rash on the bait and gives fish less leverage to throw the hook. The wider gap increases the catching window on reaction strikes. The Silky Gray Finish is specific to the ST-35 and reduces entry friction on hooksets.

Q: Can these be used in saltwater?
A: Yes. The Silky Gray Finish provides reasonable corrosion resistance for inshore saltwater use. Rinse your lures with fresh water after each saltwater trip to extend hook life.

Q: How do I know if my hooks need replacing?
A: The thumbnail test — drag the hook point across your thumbnail with light pressure. A sharp hook will catch and drag slightly. A dull hook will slide across without catching. If it slides, it's time to replace. Don't wait until you're losing fish to check.

The Line SoCal Anglers Trust

Izorline XXX has earned its reputation on the water — not in a marketing brochure. Veteran long-range and local sportboat anglers have relied on it for decades because it delivers where it counts: small diameter for more line on the spool, exceptional knot strength, and a smoke color that disappears in the water column. If you're fishing yellowtail, tuna, or white seabass, this is the line that won't let you down when the fish of a lifetime is on the other end.

What Makes XXX Different

Izorline engineered the XXX formula with space-age copolymer additives that push monofilament performance beyond what standard mono can deliver. The result is a line that's simultaneously limp enough to cast effortlessly, strong enough to handle hard-running pelagics, and tough enough to survive the rocks and structure where big fish live.

• Xtra Limp — soft, easy to tie, minimal coil memory off the spool
• Xtra Strong — Izorline's strongest mono formula, with high knot and tensile strength
• Xtra Tough — excellent abrasion resistance for rocky structure and kelp
• Smoke color — low visibility in the water column, a proven edge on pressured fish
• Small diameter — more line per spool, better bait presentation

When Line Visibility Costs You Fish

Clear water and pressured fish are unforgiving. Heavy, stiff, or high-visibility line kills bait action and spooks wary fish — especially white seabass and finicky yellowtail. The XXX's smoke color and ultra-limp formula let your bait swim naturally and your line stay out of the picture. It's the difference between getting bit and watching the fish swim away.

The Right Choice If…

• You're fishing live bait on local or long-range sportboats
• You want a mono that casts smoothly and ties clean knots without stiffness
• You're targeting clear-water species like white seabass, yellowtail, or tuna
• You need maximum yardage on your reel without stepping up in diameter
• You've been burned by cheap mono that breaks at the knot or loses strength after a few trips

At Home In These Situations

• Live bait fishing for yellowtail, tuna, and white seabass
• Slow-trolling and drift fishing on local and long-range trips
• Jigging and iron fishing as a main or backing line
• Freshwater applications where low-vis and low-memory matter

Best Conditions

• Clear saltwater — inshore, nearshore, and offshore
• Long-range and overnight sportboat trips
• Kelp and structure fishing where abrasion resistance is critical
• Any situation where fish are line-shy or water clarity is high

Best For

• Yellowtail, bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, and albacore
• White seabass and calico bass on live bait
• Freshwater bass, trout, and general light-tackle applications
• Anglers who want a premium copolymer without the premium price tag

Key Features

• Formula: Super Copolymer with space-age additives
• Color: Smoke (low-visibility)
• Spool size: 1lb
• Available test strengths: 20lb, 25lb, 30lb, 40lb
• Properties: Xtra Limp, Xtra Strong, Xtra Tough
• Low memory, small diameter, high knot strength

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Spool under light tension with water or a damp cloth to reduce memory and ensure even lay on the reel — especially important on larger capacity reels.
• The smoke color is most effective in clear, blue water. If you're fishing green or murky water, the visibility advantage is less critical — but the strength and limpness still make it a top pick.
• For long-range trips, the 1lb spool gives you enough line to fill most conventional reels and have backup. Buy two if you're spooling a large-capacity reel like a Talica 20 or 25.

FAQ

Is Izorline XXX a monofilament or fluorocarbon?
It's a super copolymer — a step above standard monofilament in strength and limpness, but not fluorocarbon. Many anglers use it as their main line with a fluorocarbon leader for the best of both worlds.

What reel sizes does the 1lb spool fill?
Capacity varies by test strength. The 20lb/2,670yd spool will fill most mid-size conventional reels. Refer to your reel's line capacity specs and the yardage table above to match the right test to your setup.

Can I use this line for freshwater fishing?
Yes — the low memory, small diameter, and smoke color make it an excellent choice for freshwater bass, trout, and other species where line visibility and castability matter.

The Megabass Super Z-3 Crankbait is renowned for it's awesome castability and compact performance and is available in this deeper diving version.  Built to easily dominate deep water from wild ponds, rivers, and big lakes, the Megabass Super Z-3 Crankbait can reach depths of 13 feet on 8lb fluorocarbon.

Powered by Megabass' patented LBO II moving balancer system or superior casting distance in its size and weight class.  It delivers on it's promise without succumbing to the poor casting characteristics of traditional crank baits.  

Tie on the Megabass Super Z-3 Crankbait and you'll see the difference in castability, performance, and durability.  

The Jackall Pompadour topwater wake bait 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.

The Jackall Pompadour is sure to be a killer during those summertime night tournaments.

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The Jackall Flick Shake with JDM Formula is a premium finesse soft bait designed for bass fishing, crafted by Jackall’s expert Seiji Kato. Its innovative curved body creates a lifelike squirming action with subtle vibrations, mimicking natural prey to trigger strikes from wary bass. The JDM formula, infused with high salt content (up to five times more in the 4.8" 500 model), enhances sinking speed, casting distance, and bite retention, while a shrimp-based scent adds realistic appeal.

Key Features:

• Curved Body Design: Produces a unique rolling and shimmying motion on the fall, ideal for enticing cautious fish.
• JDM Formula: High-density, salt-injected plastic ensures faster sinking and prolonged bites.
• Live Bait Scent: Shrimp-based odor enhances attraction for bass and other species.
• Versatile Rigging: Optimized for Jighead Wacky Rig, but also effective in no-sinker wacky, drop shot, Texas, and Neko rigs. Pairs best with Jackall’s Flick Shake Tungsten Jig Head for superior hook sets.
• Proven Performance: Trusted by tournament anglers like Seiji Kato, Kota Kiriyama, and Cody Meyer.
• Multiple Sizes and Colors: Available in 2.5" (Micro Flick), 3.8", 4.8", 5.8", 6.8", and 9.8", with colors like Green Pumpkin Pepper, Cola Red Flake, and Sight Magic.

Specifications:

• Sizes: 2.5" (8 per pack), 3.8" (10 per pack), 4.8" (8 per pack), 5.8" (7 per pack), 6.8" (7 per pack), 9.8" (7 per pack).
• Material: Salt-injected soft plastic with live bait scent.
• Recommended Setup: Use with a short-shank drop shot hook or wacky jig head, paired with 6 lb. fluorocarbon line and a light action spinning rod.

Why Choose It?

The Flick Shake with JDM Formula excels in finesse fishing, particularly for pressured bass or clear water. Its unique curve and high-density composition deliver a dynamic, water-pushing action that outperforms standard worms, making it a versatile and reliable choice for anglers of all skill levels.

Roboworm's finesse line up of 5 1/2" curly tail worms are  simply deadly on largemouth and smallmouth bass. Featuring Roboworm's exclusive "salt release technology", these worms offer a subtle, thin curly tail that really draws in the strikes. These worm's feature our hand poured style, triple color pours, in all of our most popular colors.

The 5.5" model is textured for added realism. Great for drop shotting, split shotting, darter heads, shakey heads, or a finesse Carolina rig. Made in the U.S.A.

 Style: Curly Tail Floating Worm

Size 5 1/2"

Qty: 8 Per Pack

Roboworm Gamakatsu ReBarb Worm Hooks are built around a single defining feature: a plastic barb on the shank that prevents the worm from sliding down the hook after the cast. Cast after cast, the worm stays in the perfect position on the hook — no re-rigging, no worm bunching at the bend. The thin wire gauge sets the hook easily on light line, and the barb and bend geometry keep fish on the hook through the fight. Effective for plastic worms and live worms on Carolina rigs, weedless drop shots, Texas rigs, and more. Available in Aberdeen, Light Wire, and Medium Wire styles across 9 size options.

Key Features

• Plastic Barb on the Shank — Prevents Worm Slip — The ReBarb’s defining feature is a small plastic barb positioned on the shank that grips the worm and prevents it from sliding down toward the bend during the cast and retrieve; the barb keeps the worm in the correct rigging position cast after cast, eliminating the need to re-rig after every few casts; works with both soft plastic worms and live worms.
• Thin Wire Gauge — Easy Hooksets on Light Line — The light and medium wire options are designed for finesse applications where thin wire is needed for easy hooksets on light fluorocarbon and monofilament line; the thin wire penetrates the fish’s mouth more easily than a heavy wire hook on the same hookset force, making it ideal for drop shot, shaky head, and finesse Texas rig applications where light line is standard.
• Barb & Bend Geometry — Keeps Fish On — The hook’s barb and bend geometry are designed to keep fish on the hook through the fight; the barb prevents the hook from backing out during head shakes and the bend geometry maintains consistent hook pressure throughout the fight.
• Gamakatsu Quality — Needle-Sharp Out of the Pack — Made by Gamakatsu, known for needle-sharp hooks that penetrate easily and maintain their edge through extended use.

Size & Wire Selection Guide

Best For

• Weedless Drop Shot — The ReBarb’s plastic barb keeps the worm in the correct nose-hook or wacky-hook position on the drop shot rig cast after cast; use Size 1 or Size 2 Light Wire for finesse drop shot applications on 6–8 lb fluorocarbon.
• Texas Rig — The plastic barb keeps the worm from sliding down the shank during the cast and retrieve through heavy cover; use Medium Wire sizes (1/0–4/0) matched to the worm size for standard Texas rig applications.
• Carolina Rig — Effective on a Carolina rig where the worm is exposed on a long leader; the plastic barb keeps the worm in position during the long cast required for Carolina rig fishing; use Medium Wire sizes matched to the worm size.
• Live Worm Fishing — The Aberdeen style sizes (Size 2 and Size 4) are ideal for live worm fishing; the Aberdeen bend allows the worm to move naturally while the plastic barb keeps it from sliding down the shank.

The Z-Man Finesse ShroomZ is a specialized mushroom-style jighead designed specifically for Ned rigging and other light-line finesse techniques. It is widely credited as the first dedicated jighead to bring the "Midwest Finesse" style to the mainstream market.

Key Features & Design

• Mushroom Head Shape: The signature flat-top head allows buoyant soft plastics to stand perfectly upright on the bottom, mimicking a feeding crawfish or baitfish.

• Welded Wire Keeper: Features a unique wire keeper welded directly to the hook shank that locks ElaZtech® plastics securely in place without the need for glue.

• Premium Hooks: Built with high-carbon, black nickel needlepoint hooks (typically size 1 or 2) that are "sticky sharp" for easy penetration on light tackle.

• Variety of Weights: Available in weights ranging from 1/20 oz to 1/5 oz, allowing you to fine-tune your fall rate based on depth and fish activity.

Power Pro Spectra Braided Line in White is a trusted choice for anglers worldwide, delivering top-tier performance in both saltwater and freshwater fishing. Made from premium Spectra Fiber, this braid combines exceptional strength with a round, smooth profile that resists self-cutting, outperforming many competitors. Its ultra-thin diameter and near-zero stretch provide unmatched sensitivity, letting you detect the lightest bites, while ensuring powerful, reliable hooksets every time.

The crisp White color offers high visibility above water, making it perfect for tracking line movement in clear conditions or when fishing topwater lures and jigs. Ideal for techniques like pitching, flipping, or targeting species in open water, this braid excels with superior abrasion resistance against rocks, docks, and heavy cover. Its slick surface glides effortlessly through guides for longer casts, and its no-memory design minimizes tangles and wind knots for frustration-free fishing.

Key Features:

• Extreme Strength-to-Diameter Ratio: Packs more line on your reel while maintaining power for big fish.

• Round and Smooth Profile: Prevents digging into itself, ensuring even spooling and durability.

• Ultra-Sensitive: Minimal stretch transmits every nibble for instant response.

• High Visibility: White color aids in tracking line movement, ideal for topwater and clear-water fishing.

• Versatile Performance: Suited for bass, trout, redfish, or offshore species, in fresh or saltwater.

Available in pound tests from 8 lb to 80 lb and spools up to 300 yards, Power Pro Spectra White is a versatile, high-performance braid built for anglers who demand precision and reliability. Whether you're chasing tournament wins or enjoying a day on the water, this line gives you the confidence to land more fish, every time.

The all new Shimano Armajoint 190 Slow Float Flash Boost Swimbaits solve the challenges of casting a big jointed swimbait in search of trophy fish. Lure engineers leverage Shimano's proprietary Arma-Boost technology to significantly increase casting distance and accuracy by reducing unnecessary air resistance and the chances of the lure spinning during flight. As the angler casts the lure, Arma Boost technology facilitates the lure to disconnect from an internal magnet and forces the body to fold into its compact shape. Once the lure hits the water, the lure's body reengages with the magnet to create a smooth and natural swimming action.

The Shimano Armajoint 190SF is a versatile lure that can be retrieved fast or slow, enabling anglers to vary their retrieve depending on the situation. The bait will normally swim in an S-pattern, but the bait will not flare out when stopped due to the fold in its body. Anglers can slow down the receive and pause the to capitalize on the lure's natural slow-rising action. ARMAJOINT also features Shimano's proprietary FLASH BOOST technology that constantly emits a fish-attracting flash during the retrieve — even on the pause — by suspending reflective foil on micro springs to mimic the flashing behavior of an injured baitfish. Designed with purpose by leveraging innovation and technology and improving angler performance while drawing strikes from tournament-winning bass.

ROF: Slow Float

Length: 190mm (7.48in.)

Weight: 53g (1 7/8oz)

Features: 

• Arma Boost to increase a lure's casting distance by folding a jointed lure into a compact shape, reducing air resistance and minimizing the chances of the lure spinning during flight.
• Flash Boost suspends reflective foil on micro springs within the clear section of the lure body and provides an action designed to mimic the movements and flashing behavior of an injured baitfish.
• Scale Boost capitalizes on composite-pitch holograms to increase the amount and complexity of light reflected through the water.

The Basstrix Mini Trix 1.5" Soft Plastic Minnow is one of the most realistic micro lures on the market — hand-poured and hand-painted to replicate the scales, sheen, and anatomical detail of actual baitfish with startling accuracy. At just 1.5 inches, it's a true giant killer that triggers instinctive strikes from pressured and finicky fish keyed in on micro-forage. A unique keeled tail produces high-frequency vibration even at ultra-slow retrieve speeds, and the signature Basstrix hollow body collapses on the strike for superior hook-up ratios. Deadly for crappie, trout, bass, and saltwater species in both fresh and saltwater applications.

Key Features

• Hand-poured & hand-painted — unmatched realism with lifelike scales, sheen, and anatomical detail
• Unique keeled tail — high-frequency vibration at ultra-slow speeds mimics fleeing micro-forage
• Hollow body construction — collapses on the strike for superior hook-up ratios
• Perfect match-the-hatch size — 1.5" profile targets fish keyed on micro-forage post-spawn or in high-pressure conditions
• Versatile — vertical jigging, dock shooting, BFS fishing, freshwater and saltwater
• Available in 8 proven color patterns

Specifications

Most topwater baits make you choose: pop or walk. The Gunfish 117 has a cupped, concave face that throws water like a popper and a slim tapered body that walks tight side-to-side. Same cast, both actions, decided by what your rod tip does.

Short version: 4-1/2" pencil popper, 3/5 oz, floating, three treble hooks. Built for distance and for pulling fish up out of heavy cover.

Why the 117 Casts Further

Lucky Craft gave this size a thicker taper through the rear than the smaller Gunfish models. More mass behind the center means the bait carries better on the cast and tracks straighter in the air — which matters when fish are boiling forty feet past where you can reach.

That's the whole argument for the 117 over a 95 or a 115: it isn't just a bigger profile, it's a longer cast at the same effort.

Where It Earns Its Keep

• Schooling fish. When they come up out of range, the extra distance is the difference between a cast and a wish.
• Pulling fish from deep cover — brushpiles, cane piles, and standing timber. The concave face throws enough water to call fish up off structure.
• Blueback herring water. Lucky Craft calls this out specifically, and the long slim profile is why — it matches a herring better than a fatter walking bait.
• Open water search. Distance plus a bait that both pops and walks lets you cover a bank fast and change the message without changing lures.

How to Work It

To walk it: short, rhythmic twitches into slack line. The bait needs slack to turn — a tight line drives it straight and kills the side-to-side.

To pop it: harder, sharper snaps. The cupped mouth grabs water and throws it. Use this when fish are deep in cover or the surface has chop on it and you need to be louder.

Mix them. Two walks, a pop, a pause. The pause is not dead time — it floats, so it holds position in the strike zone, and a lot of fish eat it sitting still.

Three Trebles — What That Changes

The 117 carries three trebles: #5, #5, and #4. That's a hooking advantage on a bait fish tend to slash at rather than eat cleanly, and it's the reason short strikes convert more often on this size than on two-hook topwaters.

It also means more hardware to keep track of. Check that hooks aren't fouled on the body before you cast, and use a rod with a forgiving tip — three sets of trebles in a fish will find a way out if you horse it.

Standard and Limited Run Colors

Lucky Craft splits the Gunfish 117 lineup into standard colors and limited-run colors. Three of the four we carry are limited run — Aurora Black, Ghost Minnow, and MS American Shad. When they're gone, they're not automatically coming back.

Fishing It Around Santa Clarita

The topwater window on the local lakes moves week to week, and a long-casting bait earns its money on the days stripers are boiling out of reach. We publish Castaic Lake fishing reports with current conditions — worth reading before you commit a morning to the surface.

Recommended Gear

• Rod: medium to medium-heavy, moderate action, 7' or longer. Length helps the cast; a forgiving tip keeps three sets of trebles in the fish.
• Line: braid to a fluorocarbon or mono leader. Braid moves the bait; the leader gives you abrasion resistance around cover.
• Avoid heavy fluorocarbon straight through — it sinks and pulls the nose down, working against the float and the walk.

Pro Tips from the Tackle Express Crew

• Twitch into slack, not into tension. The single thing that separates people who can make a pencil popper walk from people who can't.
• Wait to feel weight before you set. Setting on the splash pulls it out of the fish's mouth. This costs more topwater fish than anything else.
• Use the pause after a miss. It floats. Let it sit — fish come back for a bait that's stopped far more often than for one that ran.
• Check the trebles for fouling. Three hooks on a slim body will tangle on themselves, and a fouled bait won't walk at all.

Common Mistakes

• Fishing it on a tight line. The bait needs slack to turn.
• Only popping it, or only walking it. You bought both actions. Mix them until something answers.
• Too stiff a rod. Costs you fish on every strike.
• Setting on sight. Wait for the weight.

Specifications

Specs confirmed against Lucky Craft's published Gunfish 117 chart. Colors offered vary by production run — the selector above is the live list.

What's Included

One Lucky Craft Gunfish 117 in the color selected, factory rigged with three trebles. No spare hooks or split rings included.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the Gunfish 117?
4-1/2 inches (117mm) and 3/5 oz (19 grams). The number in the name is the length in millimetres.

How many hooks does it have?
Three trebles — two #5 and one #4.

Does it pop or walk?
Both. Sharp snaps make the cupped face throw water; rhythmic twitches into slack line make it walk tight side-to-side.

Does it float?
Yes. It holds position on the pause, which is where a lot of the bites come from.

117 or 115NF — what's the difference?
Different models, not just different sizes. The 117 is a pencil popper with three trebles and a thicker rear taper for casting distance. The NF models are the no-feather versions of their respective sizes.

Why does it cast so well?
The rear taper is thicker than on the smaller Gunfish sizes, so more mass sits behind the center and the bait carries and tracks straighter in the air.

What rod and line?
Medium to medium-heavy with a moderate action, 7' or longer. Braid to a fluorocarbon or mono leader; avoid heavy fluorocarbon straight through.

Are these colors coming back?
Aurora Black, Ghost Minnow, and MS American Shad are limited-run colors on Lucky Craft's list. Chartreuse Shad is standard. Call the shop and we'll tell you what's inbound.

Related Gear

• Lucky Craft Gunfish 115NF — no-feather 115.
• Lucky Craft Gunfish 95NF — no-feather 95.
• Lucky Craft Gunfish 95 H3 — three-hook 95.
• Topwater Fishing Lures — poppers, walking baits, and stickbaits.

Buy It From People Who Fish It

We're on Soledad Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, twenty minutes from Castaic, and we fish these lakes ourselves. Not sure which Gunfish you want, or whether today's a popping day or a walking day? Call the shop or come in — that's a short conversation and it saves you buying the wrong one first.

The Basstrix Paddle Tail 4" Swimbait is the original hollow body swimbait — the lure that redefined the industry and remains the gold standard for high-performance soft plastics. With over a million dollars in tournament winnings on the Bassmaster, FLW, and Major League Fishing trails, this is a proven weapon for tournament pros and trophy hunters alike. Hand-made in the USA, the hollow body collapses on the strike for superior hook-up ratios, while the signature paddle tail delivers a hard-kicking vibration and side-to-side shimmy that starts the moment it hits the water — even at ultra-slow retrieve speeds. 4 per pack.

Key Features

• Original hollow body design — collapses on the strike for superior hook-up ratios
• Hand-made in the USA — multi-dimensional hand-painted finish with holographic eyes
• Hard-kicking paddle tail — high-frequency vibration and body roll at any retrieve speed
• Versatile rigging — weighted belly hook for heavy cover or swimbait jig head for deep structure
• $1M+ in tournament winnings — proven on Bassmaster, FLW, and Major League Fishing
• 14 proven color patterns — 4 per pack

Specifications

The Pitbull Tackle Heavy Duty Split Ring Plier offers the same great performance as our standard Split Ring Plier but with a newly redesigned jaw specifically made for opening stronger split rings. Featuring a Locking-Jaw design to keep the strongest split rings firmly in place. The angle is created in such a way where any user can open up 300lb split rings with ease. When rigging for heavy fish you need a tool that can stand up to the challenge, and this split ring plier delivers.

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 Heavy Duty 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.

The Izorline Rod Carrier Sling W-252 bundles fishing rods with hook-and-loop straps and connects them with a carrying strap. Sling the bundle over your shoulder or carry it over your arm to leave a hand available for your tackle bag.

Features and Uses

• Two fastening points: Bundle the butt sections and upper sections together for a more manageable carry.
• Connecting sling: Provides an arm or shoulder carry option when moving rods between the vehicle, dock or bank.
• Hook-and-loop closures: Open the straps to separate your rods when you reach your fishing spot.

Product Details

• Brand: Izorline
• Model: W-252
• Manufacturer part number: 000816
• Listed color: Black
• Item: Rod carrier sling with connected rod-bundling straps

Choose the sling when you want a carrying strap as well as a way to bundle rods. If you only need separate bundling straps, compare the Izorline Fishing Rod Straps. Fit depends on the size and arrangement of your rods and reels; no fixed rod count is specified here.

3 Tackle Express Tips

1. Arrange before fastening. Stagger the reels and align the rods so handles and guides do not press into neighboring blanks.
2. Keep the wraps off guides. Position each closure around the rods without trapping a guide frame or loading the delicate tip ends, then check that the straps are fully engaged.
3. Test the balance low. Lift the bundle a few inches first. Reposition the straps if rods slide or the bundle tips, and watch the rod ends when passing through doors or around other anglers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is this different from ordinary rod straps?

The two rod-bundling straps are connected by a sling for carrying the bundle over an arm or shoulder.

How many rods can it carry?

A verified maximum rod count is not available. Rod diameter, reel size and how the outfits sit together affect fit. Avoid overfilling the closures.

Can I carry rods with reels attached?

Izorline describes the sling as a carrier for rods and reels. Arrange the reels so the bundle balances, and check the closures before lifting.

Does it replace a protective rod case?

The sling bundles and carries rods; it does not enclose the blanks, guides or reels. Use suitable separate protection when those parts could be struck or crushed during travel.

When bass get finicky, downsize. The Strike King Bitsy Bug Jig is built for exactly those moments — a compact, precisely tied jig with a premium silicone skirt and fiber weedguard that punches through cover without hanging up. Equally deadly on smallmouth and largemouth, it shines in clear water, rocky structure, and pressured fisheries where big jigs get ignored. At this price, you can fish it confidently in the gnarliest spots without thinking twice.

Key Features

• Downsized profile — ideal for finicky fish and clear water conditions
• Premium silicone skirt — lifelike action and color on every fall
• Fiber weedguard — snag-resistant through rocks and cover
• Effective on both smallmouth and largemouth bass
• Available in 4 sizes: 1/16, 3/16, 1/8, and 1/4 oz
• 10 proven color patterns — sold 1 per pack

Specifications

The Owner Darter Jig Heads come with a lead head and a light wire 2/0 hook. They are perfect for smaller shad, fluke, or other small baitfish style plastics. Featuring a lead head and a light wire 2/0 hook, Owner Darter Jig Heads are designed for tackling smaller shad, fluke, and other small baitfish style plastics with ease. These jig heads offer precision and versatility for catching a wider range of fish.

Key Features:

• Lead Head: Optimal weight for casting and depth
• Light Wire 2/0 Hook: Perfect for smaller baits
• Darter Design: Precision jig head shape
• Super Needle Point: Razor sharp hook
• Owner Quality: Premium construction
• Versatile Use: Multiple baitfish plastics
• Precision Design: For wider range of fish

Performance Advantages:

• Light Wire Hook: Perfect for smaller baits
• Precision Casting: Lead head design
• Versatility: Multiple plastic styles
• Super Sharp: Owner sharpness for hooksets
• Wider Range: Catch more fish species
• Easy Rigging: Simple to use

Ideal Applications:

• Smaller shad fishing
• Fluke fishing
• Small baitfish plastics
• Bass fishing
• Largemouth bass
• Freshwater fishing
• Any small baitfish application

Recommended Baits:

• Smaller shad
• Fluke
• Small baitfish style plastics
• Soft jerkbaits
• Paddle tail swimbaits

When you need darter jig heads with lead head, light wire 2/0 hook, precision design, Super Needle Point, and Owner quality for smaller shad, fluke, and other small baitfish style plastics for bass and freshwater fishing, the Owner Darter Jig Heads are the choice of serious soft plastic anglers.

Note: Lead head with light wire 2/0 hook. Perfect for smaller shad, fluke, and small baitfish style plastics. Precision and versatility for wider range of fish.

The Lure That Won Lake Oneida

The SPRO Dean Rojas Bronzeye Popper Frog 60 is the exact lure Dean Rojas used to win the BASS Elite Series tournament at Lake Oneida — and it's been a go-to topwater weapon for bass anglers ever since. Where a standard walking frog gets ignored, the Popper's cupped mouth blasts water and sound on every twitch, calling bass up from deep in the slop. This is the frog you reach for when they won't come to anything else.

Sound That Triggers Strikes

The Bronzeye Popper's cupped face creates a loud, aggressive pop on each rod twitch — displacing water and sending vibration through the surface that bass can feel from yards away. Paired with the soft hollow body that collapses on the hookset, and the specially designed Gamakatsu 3/0 EWG Double Frog Hooks, this bait is built to draw the strike and seal the deal.

Why Walking Frogs Miss the Bite

On pressured lakes or in low-visibility conditions, bass often ignore a walking frog that slides silently across the surface. The Popper changes the equation — its aggressive sound and water displacement triggers reaction strikes from fish that have seen every other topwater bait in the box. When the walking frog stops working, tie on the Popper.

Weedless Through the Worst Cover

The Gamakatsu hooks ride point-up against the soft body, making the Bronzeye Popper virtually snag-free through lily pads, hydrilla mats, and emergent vegetation. Fish it through the nastiest cover on the lake with confidence — and when a bass blows up on it, the body collapses instantly for a solid, deep hookset.

The Right Pick If...

• Walking frogs are getting ignored or short-struck
• You're fishing pressured water where bass have seen everything
• You want a frog that creates noise and surface disturbance
• You're targeting bass in lily pads, hydrilla, or open-water slop
• You want a tournament-proven bait with a proven color lineup

Best Frog Fishing Techniques

• Pop and Pause: Short, sharp rod twitches to pop water, then let it sit — the pause is when most strikes happen
• Pop and Walk: Alternate pops with side-to-side walking action for a more erratic, aggressive presentation
• Dead Sticking: Cast over a mat pocket, pop once, and let it sit motionless — deadly in post-spawn
• Burning: Fast retrieve with rapid pops across open water to trigger reaction strikes

Best Conditions

• Summer and early fall when bass are shallow and aggressive
• Pressured lakes where bass have seen too many walking frogs
• Overcast days and low-light periods — early morning and late evening
• Heavy cover: lily pad mats, hydrilla, duckweed, and emergent vegetation
• Warm water temps above 65°F when topwater activity peaks

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Pike
• Techniques: Topwater Popping, Frog Fishing, Heavy Cover, Open Water
• Conditions: Warm water, heavy vegetation, low-light, pressured fisheries

Key Features

• Dean Rojas Signature Series — tournament-proven at Lake Oneida
• 1/2 oz weight — easy to cast on medium-heavy to heavy baitcasting gear
• 60mm profile — natural baitfish/frog size
• Cupped mouth creates loud, aggressive popping action
• Specially designed Gamakatsu 3/0 EWG Double Frog Hooks
• Collapsible soft hollow body for maximum hookup ratio
• Weedless design — fishes through the nastiest cover
• 18 in-stock color patterns to match any water condition

Specs

Models & Colors

Tackle Express Tips

• Pause After the Pop: The strike almost always comes on the pause, not the pop. Twitch, pop, then let it sit for 2–3 seconds before moving it again — especially over mat pockets.
• Match Sound to Conditions: On calm, glassy water the pop carries far — use a subtle pop-and-pause. On choppy or windy days, pop more aggressively to cut through surface noise.
• Wait for the Weight: Don't set the hook on the explosion — wait until you feel the fish pulling before sweeping hard to the side. Premature hooksets are the #1 reason anglers miss frog fish.

FAQ

What rod setup works best with the Bronzeye Popper Frog 60?
A medium-heavy to heavy 7'–7'6" baitcasting rod with 50–65 lb braided line is ideal. The braid gives you the sensitivity to feel the strike and the power to pull fish from heavy cover.

How is the Popper Frog different from the Bronzeye Frog 65?
The Bronzeye Frog 65 is a walking frog — it slides side-to-side on the surface. The Popper has a cupped mouth that blasts water and creates a loud popping sound on each twitch, making it more aggressive and effective on pressured fish or in low-visibility conditions.

Is the Bronzeye Popper weedless?
Yes. The Gamakatsu 3/0 hooks ride point-up against the soft body, making it virtually snag-free through lily pads, hydrilla, and other dense vegetation.