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Seaguar Blue Label Fluorocarbon Leader puts abrasion resistance, knot strength and a low-visibility connection between your main line and your bait or lure. Made from 100% Seaguar fluorocarbon with proprietary Double Structure Technology, this 25-yard leader spool covers everything from light freshwater presentations to heavier saltwater bait fishing.
When a fish rubs your leader across structure or makes a sudden run beside the boat, the final stretch of line matters. Blue Label is designed for impact strength and abrasion resistance without giving up the presentation benefits of fluorocarbon. Keep the appropriate test in your tackle bag, tie on a fresh section, and spend less time second-guessing the business end of your rig.
A Less Conspicuous Connection Around Structure
Choose Blue Label when you want a fluorocarbon leader for clear water, pressured fish or fishing near abrasive cover. Its low underwater visibility is useful when presentation matters, while the range of line tests lets you balance bait movement against the demands of the fish and structure. Fluorocarbon is not bite-proof, and a heavier leader is not a substitute for checking damage after every hard encounter.
Match the Leader to the Bite
Best for: light-line trout fishing, freshwater finesse presentations, surf fishing, calico bass, and appropriately matched live-bait setups for yellowtail, white seabass and tuna. Choose test by fish size, cover, hook size and drag setting rather than species alone.
For finesse fishing, use a lighter leader that suits your tackle and gives small baits room to move. Around rocks, kelp or larger fish, step up when added abrasion allowance matters more than the lightest presentation. The trade-off is straightforward: heavier line adds diameter and can restrict a delicate bait, while lighter line leaves less margin around structure.
What Sets Blue Label Apart
- 100% fluorocarbon made from Seaguar resins.
- Proprietary Double Structure Technology.
- Designed for knot strength, impact strength and abrasion resistance.
- Low underwater visibility for leader applications.
- 25-yard spools in the listed 2–80 lb tests for freshwater and saltwater setups.
Models & Specs
All options below are 25-yard leader spools. Select your pound test above.
| Test | SKU | Diameter (mm) | Diameter (in) |
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| 2 lb | SEAA002 | 0.117 | 0.005 |
| 4 lb | SEA120 | 0.148 | 0.006 |
| 6 lb | SEA121 | 0.185 | 0.007 |
| 8 lb | SEA122 | 0.215 | 0.008 |
| 10 lb | SEA123 | 0.235 | 0.009 |
| 12 lb | SEA124 | 0.285 | 0.011 |
| 15 lb | SEA125 | 0.330 | 0.013 |
| 20 lb | SEA126 | 0.405 | 0.016 |
| 25 lb | SEA127 | 0.435 | 0.017 |
| 30 lb | SEA128 | 0.520 | 0.020 |
| 40 lb | SEA129 | 0.620 | 0.024 |
| 50 lb | SEA130 | 0.660 | 0.026 |
| 60 lb | SEA131 | 0.740 | 0.029 |
| 80 lb | SEA132 | 0.810 | 0.032 |
Rig It for a Natural Presentation
Use Blue Label as the terminal leader between your main line and hook or lure. For a braid-to-leader setup, use a connection knot suited to the line diameters and your tying experience, then test it firmly before fishing. Adjust leader length to water clarity, cover and whether the knot needs to pass through your guides.
For live-bait fishing, pair a suitable leader test with Owner Mutu Circle Hooks. When a lighter hook better suits a smaller or delicate bait, consider Owner Mutu Light Circle Hooks, choosing hook size and wire strength to match the bait and target fish.
Tackle Express Tips
- Run your fingers along the leader after a fish or contact with rocks and kelp. Retie if you feel rough spots or see damage.
- Wet knots before drawing them down, tighten smoothly, and pull-test both the leader connection and terminal knot.
- Carry more than one test so you can change presentation or abrasion allowance without changing your main line.
Blue Label Questions, Answered
Is this a main-line spool or leader material?
This listing is for 25-yard spools of fluorocarbon leader material, intended for the terminal section of your setup rather than filling an entire reel.
Can I use it in freshwater and saltwater?
Yes. Choose the line test to suit your technique, target fish, cover and tackle, from light freshwater rigs to heavier saltwater applications.
Should I always use the lightest test available?
No. A lighter leader can help a delicate presentation, but structure, larger fish and higher drag settings may call for heavier line. Match the complete setup and check your knots and leader condition.
Choose your Blue Label leader test and get your next freshwater or saltwater setup ready with Tackle Express.
Premium Long-Range Performance
The JRI Custom Lures JRI-7 Surface Iron Jigs deliver hand-crafted quality in a premium long-range profile for serious offshore and trophy pelagic fishing. Built with meticulous attention to detail and reinforced components, these custom surface irons provide the size, weight, and durability needed for long-range sportfishing, extreme casting distance, and trophy-class fish. The JRI-7 represents the pinnacle of JRI's surface iron lineup for dedicated trophy hunters.
Premium Long-Range Design
- Hand-Crafted Quality: Each jig is individually made with attention to detail that ensures consistent performance
- Premium JRI-7 Profile: Larger size and weight optimized for long-range fishing and trophy pelagics
- Maximum Casting Distance: Heavy weight profile for reaching distant boils and working birds
- Reinforced Construction: Built extra-tough to handle trophy-class fish and demanding conditions
- Premium Heavy-Duty Components: Extra-strong hooks and hardware for trophy pelagics
- Durable Finish: High-quality plating provides maximum flash and withstands saltwater punishment
Long-Range Surface Iron Technique
The JRI-7 excels in long-range fishing situations where maximum casting distance and trophy-class performance are essential. Cast the iron to distant feeding fish or working birds, let it sink briefly, then retrieve with a rhythmic rod-pumping action that creates an erratic swimming motion. The premium weight and larger profile allow you to reach fish that lighter irons can't, while the reinforced construction handles the violent strikes and powerful runs of trophy yellowfin, bluefin, big yellowtail, and other trophy-class pelagics.
Built for Long-Range Trophy Fishing
Whether you're on long-range sportfishing trips targeting trophy tuna on distant banks, working for cow yellowtail in offshore waters, casting to trophy dorado in blue water, pursuing wahoo in Baja, fishing in windy conditions where maximum weight is essential, or any situation where long-range performance and trophy capability are critical, the JRI-7 delivers the performance serious long-range anglers demand. The premium design is ideal for multi-day trips where reliability and trophy-class capability are non-negotiable.
JRI Custom Lures Quality
JRI Custom Lures has built a reputation for hand-crafted quality and innovative designs among serious West Coast anglers. The JRI-7 Surface Iron represents the pinnacle of this tradition, combining premium long-range design with meticulous craftsmanship that produces results on trophy-class fish. From long-range sportfishing boats to serious offshore vessels, the JRI-7 is trusted by anglers who demand the absolute best for trophy hunting.
Experience the custom-crafted excellence that long-range trophy fishing demands. The JRI Custom Lures JRI-7 Surface Iron isn't just the biggest jig—it's the ultimate tool for serious long-range trophy hunters.
Dominate long-range fishing with JRI-7 Surface Iron—where premium design meets trophy performance.
If you need a cover for your spinning, conventional, or bait casting reel, the Shimano Reel Cover fits all Shimano reels but also other brands as well. It's made of neoprene material which will protect your reel from scratches and blemishes. These reel covers fit both right and left hand reels.
The padding is sufficient enough to protect it but thin enough so that it's not bulky. It attaches with a premium velcro strap and has vented holes to allow for moisture to escape.
As with all the models, they can be attached to your reel and remain on the rod. The spinning version actually wraps around the rod keeping it and your reel secure and safe. These fit both left and right hand reels but the logo may be upside down on left handed reels. Shimano puts a "1" on the left hand reels model number to indicate they are left handed. For example, the right hand is a Tranx 400 is left hand and the 401. Wondering what size you need for your reel, check out the information below.
The medium round cover will fit Shimano 300 size and 400 size Curado and Tranx reels but it will be loose fitting. As of February 2024, Shimano doesn't make a cover to fit these reels tightly.
Baitcast Reel Covers
| Model # | Size | Compatible Reels |
|---|---|---|
| ANRC820 | Baitcast | Calcis 100, 200 series, Callisto 100 series, Castaic 200 series, Chronarch 100, 50 Series, Citica 200 Series, Coriolis 100 Series, Crestfire 100 Series, Curado 100 and 200 |
| ANRC830 | Small | Calcutta 250, 200 150, 100, 50 Series, Calcutta TE 300, 200, 100, 50 Series, Calcutta TE DC 250, 200, 100 Series, Cardiff 300, 200, 100 Series, Corvalus 300, 200 Series |
| ANRC840 | Medium | Calcutta 700, 400 Series, Calcutta TE 700, 400 Series, Cardiff 400 series, Catala 400, 300 series, Corsair 400A, 300A series, Corvalus 400 Series, Tekota 600, 500, TLD Star 20/40S, 15/30S, Torium 20, 30, 16, Speedmaster IV, Trinidad 40N, 30, 20, 16, 16N, 14, 12, TR2000LD, 1000LD, TRN200G, 100G, Charter Special, Tranx 500 and Tranx 501, Curado 300 and 301 (loose fit), Tranx 300, 301, 400, 401 (loose fit) |
| ANRC850 | Large | Tekota 800/700, Tiagra 20, 16, 12, TLD 25, 20, 25, TLD-Star 30, TLD 2 Speed 30II, 20II, Trinidad 50, 40 |
| ANRC860 | XL | Tiagra 50WLRS, 50W, 50, 30W, 30WLRS, 30, TLD 2-Speed 50llLRS, 50ll |
Spinning Reel Covers
| Size | Color | Fits Reel Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Small | Blue/Black | 500-1500 |
| Medium | Blue/Black | 2000-6000 |
| Large | Blue/Black | 8000 and Up |
Quantity: 1 per pack
Hookup Baits Large Jigs have to be one of the most popular sizes Hookup Baits produces, the 5/8oz Red Crab and Mint are known as the "White Seabass Special"
There are many ways to fish the hookup bait but casting it out and letting it fall on a tight line will pendulum it down in an arc. This can be very effective since it allows the bait to swim as it falls. This is effective when fish are suspended in the column and not on the top or bottom.
If fish are on the bottom, we like to let it sink to the bottom and pop it off the bottom and then allowing it to sink back down. Continue this retrieve all the way back to the boat or shore.
If they are in the upper part of the column, cast and start retrieving soon after the lure hits the surface. Most of the time a slow and steady retrieve works best but you can also burn it on the surface for very active surface feeding fish.
Tie a Hookup Bait on and see what method works best for you. The bottom line is these baits get bit on salt and fresh water fish.
- Approximately 4 inches
- 3/8oz and 5/8oz
- 2 Per Pack
Hookup Baits Medium Jigs are a 3" tube jig pre-rigged with a 1/8oz or 1/4oz jighead in a pack of three. The Hookup Baits have been proven to catch the hard to catch bass and trouts in the lake all the way to the SoCal finicky Bluefin on micro-bait.
There are many ways to fish the hookup bait but casting it out and letting it fall on a tight line will pendulum it down in an arc. This can be very effective since it allows the bait to swim as it falls. This is effective when fish are suspended in the column and not on the top or bottom.
If fish are on the bottom, we like to let it sink to the bottom and pop it off the bottom and then allowing it to sink back down. Continue this retrieve all the way back to the boat or shore.
If they are in the upper part of the column, cast and start retrieving soon after the lure hits the surface. Most of the time a slow and steady retrieve works best but you can also burn it on the surface for very active surface feeding fish.
Tie a Hookup Bait on and see what method works best for you. The bottom line is these baits get bit on salt and fresh water fish.
- 3"
- 1/8oz and 1/4oz
- 3 Per Pack
Elevate your finesse fishing with the Z-Man Chatterbait Flashback Mini, a deadly, compact bladed jig designed to trigger aggressive strikes from a wide variety of species. By combining a downsized version of the patented hex-shaped ChatterBlade with a hand-painted, holographic minnow body, Z-Man has created a unique bait that excels in clear water and heavily pressured fisheries.
Unlike standard bladed jigs, the Flashback Mini features a skirtless design, allowing it to slip through the water with a more subtle, streamlined approach. Its signature direct head-to-blade connection ensures the bait starts thumping and vibrating the moment you begin your retrieve, delivering an exaggerated side-to-side hunting action that fish find irresistible.
Key Features:
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Patented ChatterBait Design: Features the famous direct-to-head blade connection for instant vibration and a hard-hitting side-to-side shimmy.
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Holographic Flash: The hand-painted minnow body is infused with multi-hue holographic foil, creating a realistic flash that mimics high-protein forage.
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Skirtless Finesse Profile: Offers a more subtle and natural presentation than full-sized jigs, making it ideal for wary trout, panfish, and pond bass.
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Multi-Species Dominance: A highly versatile tool for targeting crappie, bluegill, perch, trout, and bass in both fresh and brackish water.
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Superior Durability: Built to withstand dozens of catches, with some anglers reporting over 100 fish on a single rig before needing a replacement.
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Complete Package: Each pack comes pre-rigged with one minnow body and includes one additional unrigged curly tail body for versatile presentation options.
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Ultra-Light Performance: Available in 1/16 and 1/8 ounce weights, perfect for ultra-light tackle and small bodies of water.
The PK-5 is the size most calico bass are eating most of the year. Five inches of paddle-tail profile — big enough to move water and get noticed over structure, small enough that a fish doesn't have to think about it.
Short version: 5", half an ounce, four baits per pack, weedless through a 4/0 or 5/0 hook. This is the workhorse in the Pickle Kick lineup and the default choice for open water, boiler rock, and umbrella rig arms.
What It Does in the Water
The body shape and tail were developed through computational fluid dynamics testing, which in practice means the tail kicks at slow speeds instead of needing to be burned to come alive. That matters over structure, where you want the bait crawling through the zone rather than racing past it.
The plastisol is on the firm side of soft. It costs you a little tail action compared to the softest baits on the shelf, and it buys you fish per bait — a calico that would shred a soft plastic in one grab tends to leave this one fishable.
Rigged on a swing head or a weighted EWG, the hook point tucks into the body slot and the bait comes through kelp stringers and rock without loading up.
Where It Earns Its Keep
- Slow-rolling boiler rock and kelp at Catalina and the outer islands — the bread-and-butter calico presentation.
- Open water over schooling bait, where the 5" profile matches most of what's swimming.
- Surf fishing on a lighter head, worked through troughs and along structure.
- Umbrella rig arms — the standard bait for a five-arm A-rig. See below.
Rigging It
Match a 4/0 or 5/0 hook to the body. Run the point up through the belly and out the top so it sits in the slot — buried too deep and you lose hookups, sitting too proud and you lose the weedless advantage.
Head weight sets the fall speed and the depth you can hold. A Warbaits Neck Breaker Swing Head in 1/2 oz is the general-purpose pairing; drop to 1/4 oz for shallow calm water, go 3/4 or 1 oz for deeper structure and current.
How many packs a five-arm umbrella rig takes
| What you need | Quantity | Packs to buy |
|---|---|---|
| PK-5 swimbaits | 5 (one per arm) | 2 packs — 8 baits, 3 spare |
| Swing heads, bottom two arms | 2 × 1/2 oz | 1 pack |
| Swing heads, top three arms | 3 × 1/4 oz | 2 packs |
| The rig itself | 1 | 1 PK-Rig |
Buy the baits in one color if you want the school to read as one school. Some anglers run four matching and one odd bait as a target — both work, and two packs covers either.
Our crew wrote a photo-by-photo guide covering the arm bend, keel weighting, bait sizing by location, and how to keep five arms of hooks out of every other rod in the rack.
Read the full umbrella rig setup guide →Picking a Color
Color names are fun and mostly not the point. What matters is contrast against the water you're in:
| Conditions | What to reach for |
|---|---|
| Clear water, bright sun | Natural baitfish patterns — translucent, silver, sardine and smelt tones. |
| Green or stained water | Darker backs and green-brown bodies that hold a silhouette. |
| Dirty water, low light, deep | High-contrast and solid colors. Profile beats detail once visibility drops. |
| Fish keyed on a specific bait | Match it — mackerel, smelt, and perch patterns are in the lineup for a reason. |
Pro Tips from the Tackle Express Crew
- Slow down. The tail works at a crawl. Most anglers fish this bait faster than it wants to be fished and never see what it does.
- Keep the hook point in the slot. Buried in the plastic costs you hookups; riding proud costs you the weedless advantage. It should sit flush.
- Re-seat it after every few fish. The bait slides down the shank and starts running crooked long before it looks damaged.
- Buy two colors, not five. One natural and one dark covers most SoCal days better than a box of one-offs.
Common Mistakes
- Too much head for the depth. A heavy head drags the nose down and kills the tail. Use the lightest head that holds your zone.
- Wrong hook size. Under 4/0 and the gap won't clear the body on the hookset.
- Buying one pack for an umbrella rig. Four per pack, five arms. One pack leaves you an arm short.
- Fishing a torn bait because it still looks fine. A split at the hook slot lets the bait spin, and a spinning bait twists your line.
Specifications
or weighted EWG
1/0–2/0 · $2.20/bait
4/0–5/0 · $4.75/bait
8/0 · $8.50/bait
where one pack builds
a full five-arm rig
Colors are listed in the selector above and change with each production run. Hooks and jig heads are sold separately.
What's Included
Four PK-5 swimbaits per pack, in the color selected. Hooks, jig heads, and the umbrella rig are sold separately. A five-arm rig takes two packs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many baits come in a pack?
Four.
What hook size does the PK-5 take?
4/0 or 5/0. Anything smaller and the gap won't clear the body on the hookset.
What jig head weight should I use?
1/2 oz covers most calico fishing. Drop to 1/4 oz in shallow calm water; go 3/4 or 1 oz for depth and current. Use the lightest head that holds your zone.
Is it weedless?
Yes, when the hook point sits flush in the body slot. That's what lets it come through kelp and rock without loading up.
How many packs do I need for a five-arm umbrella rig?
Two. Five arms, four baits per pack — you'll finish with three spares, which you will use.
PK-3, PK-5, or PK-7 — which one?
PK-5 is the everyday size and matches what calicos eat most of the year. Drop to the PK-3 inside harbors and bays when the bait is small. Go PK-7 when you want a bigger meal and you're on a rod that can throw it.
Can I use it in freshwater?
Yes. It's a saltwater bait by design and market, but the same slow-roll presentation works on largemouth.
How long does one bait last?
Depends entirely on what eats it. The plastisol is firmer than most soft baits specifically so a fish doesn't end the bait's day in one grab, but no soft plastic is permanent — change it when the hook slot splits.
Gear That Goes With It
- Warbaits Neck Breaker Swing Head — the standard head for this bait, two per pack.
- Kicker PK-Rig Umbrella Rig — five-arm rig with quick clips.
- Kicker Pickle Kick PK-3 — harbor and bay size.
- Kicker Pickle Kick PK-7 — larger profile.
- Kicker Booty Spin — same body with a spinning blade instead of a paddle tail.
Buy It From People Who Fish It
We sell Southern California saltwater tackle from our shop on Soledad Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, and we fish these baits on the same water you do. Not sure which color for the conditions you're headed into, or how many packs your setup takes? Call us or come in — we'd rather work it out at the counter than have you guess.
Mid-Range Versatility for West Coast Pelagics
The JRI Custom Lures JRI-3 Surface Iron Jigs deliver hand-crafted quality in a versatile mid-range profile for a wide variety of West Coast pelagic fishing situations. Built with meticulous attention to detail and premium components, these custom surface irons provide the perfect balance of size and weight for both general pelagic fishing and situations requiring a step up from lighter irons. The JRI-3 represents the versatile workhorse in the JRI surface iron lineup.
Premium Design and Construction
- Hand-Crafted Quality: Each jig is individually made with attention to detail that ensures consistent performance
- Mid-Range JRI-3 Profile: Versatile size and weight for most surface iron fishing situations
- Balanced Weight: Ideal for a wide range of conditions and target species
- Premium Components: Quality hooks and hardware built to handle hard-fighting pelagics
- Durable Finish: High-quality plating provides maximum flash and withstands saltwater punishment
- Optimized Action: Precisely balanced for effective surface retrieve and casting distance
Classic Surface Iron Technique
The JRI-3 excels with the time-tested surface iron retrieve. Cast the iron to feeding fish or working birds, let it sink briefly, then retrieve with a rhythmic rod-pumping action that creates an erratic swimming motion. The versatile mid-range weight provides good casting distance while maintaining excellent swimming action. The balanced design creates the darting, flashing action that triggers explosive strikes from tuna, yellowtail, dorado, and other aggressive pelagics.
Built for Versatile Success
Whether you're targeting yellowfin and skipjack tuna on offshore banks, working kelp beds for yellowtail, casting to dorado around kelp paddies and floating debris, pursuing bonito and barracuda in feeding frenzies, or fishing for any West Coast pelagic species, the JRI-3 delivers consistent results. The versatile mid-range design makes it an excellent choice for anglers who fish multiple species or want one reliable surface iron that handles most situations.
JRI Custom Lures Quality
JRI Custom Lures has built a reputation for hand-crafted quality and fish-catching performance among serious West Coast anglers. The JRI-3 Surface Iron continues this tradition, combining versatile mid-range design with meticulous craftsmanship that produces results on the water. From party boats to private vessels, the JRI-3 is trusted by anglers who demand quality and versatility from their surface iron tackle.
Experience the custom-crafted versatility that serious anglers trust. The JRI Custom Lures JRI-3 Surface Iron isn't just another jig—it's a hand-crafted all-around tool built to handle most pelagic fishing situations.
Catch more pelagics with JRI-3 Surface Iron—where mid-range versatility meets custom quality.
When the bait in the water is small, five inches of swimbait is the wrong answer. Inside harbors and bays, spotted bay bass are keyed on little stuff most of the year, and a big profile gets looked at and refused.
Short version: 3", 0.35 oz, three to five baits per pack, the weedless on a 1/0 or 2/0 hook. The smallest bait in the Pickle Kick line, the cheapest per bait, and the only size where one pack builds one complete umbrella rig.
Where It Earns Its Keep
- Harbors and bays — the primary use. Spotted bay bass on the bottom around structure, docks, and rock walls.
- Skinny water and calm conditions, where a heavy bait lands too hard and a light one can be crawled.
- When you're getting followed but not bit. Fish tracking a bigger bait and turning off is a size problem more often than a color problem.
- Umbrella rig arms for harbor fishing — five small profiles reads like a real bait ball inside the bay. See below.
- Freshwater largemouth and smallmouth, where a 3" paddle tail is a year-round confidence size.
Our crew wrote a photo-by-photo guide covering the arm bend, keel weighting, bait sizing by location, and how to keep five arms of hooks out of every other rod in the rack.
Read the full umbrella rig setup guide →Rigging It
Match a 1/0 or 2/0 hook to the body — considerably smaller than what the PK-5 takes, so don't reach into that box. Run the point up through the belly so it sits flush in the slot. On a body this size, a hook that's even slightly oversized will bind the bait and kill the tail.
Keep the head light. A 1/4 oz head is the general-purpose pairing for harbor bottom work; drop to 1/8 oz in shallow calm water. The whole reason to fish a 3" bait is a slow, natural fall — too much lead and you've thrown that away.
Picking a Color
Inside harbors the water is usually working against you, so contrast matters more than pattern detail:
| Conditions | What to reach for |
|---|---|
| Clear harbor water | Natural and translucent baitfish tones — smelt, minnow, and bone patterns. |
| Green or stained water | Green-brown bodies that hold a silhouette against the bottom. |
| Dirty water and low light | High-contrast and solid colors. Profile beats detail once visibility drops. |
| Fish on crab or shrimp | Craw and mottled patterns worked slowly along the bottom. |
Pro Tips from the Tackle Express Crew
- Size down before you change color. When fish are following and refusing, the profile is usually the problem. This is the bait you drop to.
- Fish it on the bottom, slowly. Harbor spotties are a bottom-contact fish. Drag, pause, and let it sit longer than feels right.
- Don't reuse your PK-5 hooks. A 4/0 in a 3" body binds the bait and kills the action. 1/0 or 2/0.
- At five per pack, buy the color you'll fish all day. One pack covers a full umbrella rig or a full session of singles.
Common Mistakes
- Too much head weight. The slow fall is the entire advantage of a 3" bait. A heavy head throws it away.
- Oversized hook. The most common rigging error on this size, and it stops the tail dead.
- Fishing it in open water where the bait is big. This isn't the outer-island bait — that's the PK-5.
- Retrieving it like a 5" bait. Faster doesn't help. Bottom contact and pauses do.
What's Included
Five PK-3 swimbaits per pack, in the color selected. Hooks, jig heads, and the umbrella rig are sold separately. One pack rigs a complete five-arm umbrella rig.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many baits come in a pack?
Five.
What hook size does the PK-3 take?
1/0 or 2/0. Much smaller than the PK-5's 4/0–5/0 — an oversized hook binds the body and kills the tail.
How many packs do I need for a five-arm umbrella rig?
One. Five baits, five arms. It's the only Pickle Kick size where the math is exact.
PK-3 or PK-5?
PK-3 inside harbors, bays, and skinny water where the bait is small. PK-5 for open water, boiler rock, and the outer islands. If fish are following your bigger bait and refusing it, drop to the PK-3.
What jig head weight should I use?
1/4 oz for general harbor bottom work, 1/8 oz in shallow calm water. Keep it light — a slow fall is the point of this size.
Is it weedless?
Yes, when the hook point sits flush in the body slot. That's what lets it come through structure without loading up.
Can I use it in freshwater?
Yes. A 3" paddle tail is a year-round size for largemouth and smallmouth on the same slow, bottom-contact presentations.
What are the Aftco colors?
A collaboration series between Kicker and Aftco. Same body and same specs — the difference is the color pattern.
Gear That Goes With It
- Warbaits Neck Breaker Swing Head — 1/8 oz and 1/4 oz are the weights for this bait.
- Kicker PK-Rig Umbrella Rig — five-arm rig with quick clips.
- Kicker Pickle Kick PK-5 — the everyday 5" open-water size.
- Kicker Pickle Kick PK-7 — the big-profile option.
- Kicker Booty Spin — same family with a spinning blade instead of a paddle tail.
Buy It From People Who Fish It
We sell Southern California saltwater tackle from our shop on Soledad Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, and we fish these baits in the same harbors you do. Not sure whether to size down, or which head weight your water wants? Call us or come in — we'd rather work it out at the counter than have you guess.
The Lead Masters Fluke Head is a purpose-built jig head for presenting large soft plastics and natural baits with a stable, controlled action across inshore, nearshore, and deeper water applications. The 8/0 hook is sized for large flukes, paddle tails, and soft swimbaits, with a corrosion-resistant finish that holds up in saltwater environments. The integrated bait keeper locks soft plastics securely in place through repeated casts and retrieves without tearing or sliding down the shank. Available in four weights (1/2–2 oz) and five colors including Glow. 2 per pack.
Key Features
- 8/0 Hook — Large Soft Plastic Sizing — The 8/0 hook is sized for large flukes, paddle tails, and soft swimbaits in the 5–8" range; the wide gap geometry provides clearance for the hook point to penetrate through thick soft plastic bodies on the hookset; corrosion-resistant finish for extended use in saltwater environments without rust or degradation.
- Integrated Bait Keeper — The bait keeper is molded into the shank to lock soft plastics securely in place through repeated casts, retrieves, and strikes; prevents the bait from sliding down the shank and bunching at the bend — a common failure point with standard jig heads that lack a keeper; keeps the bait presentation straight and natural throughout the retrieve.
- Balanced Lead Body — Stable Presentation — The lead body is balanced to ensure a stable, horizontal bait presentation on the fall and retrieve; the balanced design keeps the hook point oriented correctly and the bait tracking true without rolling or listing — critical for a natural fluke or swimbait presentation that triggers strikes from sight-feeding fish.
- Four Weight Options — 1/2 oz to 2 oz — Available in 1/2 oz, 3/4 oz, 1 oz, and 2 oz to match a wide range of depth and current conditions; lighter weights (1/2–3/4 oz) for shallow inshore fishing and slow presentations, heavier weights (1–2 oz) for deeper water, stronger current, and faster sink rates needed to reach the strike zone efficiently.
- Five Colors Including Glow — White, Orange, Red, Chartreuse, and Glow; standard colors for matching common baitfish and triggering reaction strikes in a range of water clarity conditions; Glow for low-light, deep water, and night fishing where luminescent jig heads provide a visibility advantage that standard colors cannot match.
- 2 Per Pack — Two jig heads per pack; provides a backup when fishing heavy cover or structure where snags and losses are common.
Size Selection Guide
| Weight | Best Application |
|---|---|
| 1/2 oz | Shallow inshore, slow sink rate, light current, 10–20 ft |
| 3/4 oz | Moderate depth, medium current, versatile inshore/nearshore |
| 1 oz | Deeper water, stronger current, nearshore structure |
| 2 oz | Deep water, heavy current, offshore and deep nearshore applications |
Color Guide
- White — Most versatile color for matching anchovy, sardine, and white baitfish; effective in clear to lightly stained water across all light conditions; the go-to color for White Seabass, Halibut, and inshore species keying on white baitfish.
- Glow — Luminescent glow finish for low-light, deep water, and night fishing; charges under UV or ambient light and emits a visible glow in dark or deep water conditions where standard colors lose visibility; most effective at depth and during dawn, dusk, and night fishing when light penetration is minimal.
- Orange — High-visibility orange for stained water and low-light conditions; orange tones provide contrast and visibility in off-color water where white and natural colors lose effectiveness; effective attractor color for a wide range of inshore and nearshore species.
- Red — Red for triggering reaction strikes; red jig heads are effective in a wide range of conditions and are particularly effective when fish are keying on injured or bleeding baitfish; red tones also provide high contrast in green-tinted inshore water.
- Chartreuse — High-visibility chartreuse for stained water and low-light conditions; one of the most effective jig head colors for inshore fishing in off-color water; chartreuse provides maximum visibility in turbid water where other colors become invisible.
Best For
- White Seabass & Halibut — The 8/0 hook and large fluke head profile are well-suited for White Seabass and Halibut presentations with large soft plastic flukes and swimbaits; White and Glow colors for clear water White Seabass fishing, heavier weights (1–2 oz) for deeper water Halibut presentations.
- Inshore Soft Plastic Fishing — Integrated bait keeper and balanced lead body for presenting large soft plastic flukes, paddle tails, and swimbaits to inshore species; the stable horizontal presentation triggers strikes from sight-feeding inshore fish that key on a natural baitfish profile.
- Nearshore & Deeper Water — 1 oz and 2 oz weights for nearshore structure fishing and deeper water applications where heavier jig heads are needed to reach the strike zone in current and at depth; Glow color for deep water and low-light nearshore fishing.
- Night Fishing — Glow color for night fishing where luminescent jig heads provide a visibility advantage; charge the Glow head under a UV light or flashlight before fishing for maximum glow intensity and duration.
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