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The Frog That Changed Everything

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

Built for the Strike Zone

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

Where Standard Frogs Fall Short

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

Soft Body, Hard Results

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

The Right Pick If...

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

Best Frog Fishing Techniques

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

Best Conditions

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

Best For

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

Key Features

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

Models & Colors

Tackle Express Tips

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

FAQ

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

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

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

The Sound That Bass Can't Ignore

The River2Sea Whopper Plopper 130 is one of the most iconic topwater lures ever made — and for good reason. That deep, hollow whopping sound produced by the rotating tail is unlike anything else on the water. Crawl it so slowly you can barely hear the tail, or rip it fast so it throws water like a swamp buggy. Either way, it gets bit. Cast it a mile, dial in your retrieve speed, and let the sound do the work.

Engineered to Run Perfect, Right Out of the Box

The Whopper Plopper's propeller-style tail is perfectly tuned from the factory and stays flexible and fish-catching forever. No tweaking, no tuning, no adjustments — just tie it on and go. The tail rotates smoothly across a wide range of retrieve speeds, producing alluring rumbles and multi-octave splashing that triggers strikes from bass, pike, musky, and stripers.

Why Standard Prop Baits Fall Short

Most prop baits are noisy at one speed and dead at another. The Whopper Plopper produces fish-catching sound and action from a dead-slow crawl all the way to a fast burn — giving you a versatile topwater that adapts to the mood of the fish. When bass are finicky, slow it down. When they're aggressive, speed it up. The Plopper works either way.

Built to Last, Built to Cast

Pre-rigged with two size #1 premium black nickel treble hooks, the Whopper Plopper 130 is ready to fish the moment it comes out of the package. The durable body handles rocks, wood, and hard-fighting fish without losing its action, and its aerodynamic profile launches exceptionally long casts for a topwater of its size — covering more water and reaching fish that other lures can't.

The Right Pick If...

• You want a topwater that works at any retrieve speed
• You're targeting largemouth, smallmouth, pike, musky, or striped bass
• You need a lure that casts far and covers open water efficiently
• Walking baits and poppers aren't triggering strikes
• You want a proven, tournament-tested topwater with a massive color selection

Best Retrieve Techniques

• Slow Crawl: Barely-there retrieve — just enough to keep the tail ticking. Deadly in calm conditions and post-spawn
• Medium Steady: The bread-and-butter retrieve — consistent tail rotation with a rhythmic whopping sound
• Fast Burn: Rip it across the surface throwing water — triggers reaction strikes from aggressive fish
• Stop and Go: Vary your retrieve speed to create an erratic, fleeing-baitfish action

Best Conditions

• Calm to lightly choppy surface — the tail sound carries best in calmer water
• Low-light periods — early morning and late evening when bass are most active on top
• Post-spawn through fall when bass are chasing baitfish on the surface
• Summer feeding windows over open flats, points, and submerged structure
• Any body of water where big fish are looking up — lakes, reservoirs, rivers, ponds

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Pike, Musky, Striped Bass
• Techniques: Slow roll, medium steady retrieve, fast burn, stop-and-go
• Conditions: Calm to choppy surface, low-light, post-spawn, summer and fall feeding windows
• Water: Lakes, reservoirs, rivers, ponds — anywhere big fish are looking up

Key Features

• Propeller-style rotating tail creates powerful surface commotion
• Produces deep, hollow whopping sound across all retrieve speeds
• Pre-rigged with 2x size #1 premium black nickel treble hooks
• Perfectly tuned tail — no adjustments needed, stays flexible forever
• Exceptional casting distance for a topwater of its size
• Extremely durable body — handles rocks, wood, and hard-fighting fish
• 12 proven color patterns to match any water condition

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Start Slow, Speed Up: Begin your retrieve at a slow crawl and gradually increase speed until you find the cadence the fish want that day. The Plopper produces at every speed — let the fish tell you what they want.
• Match the Color to Forage: In shad-heavy lakes, go with Phantom Shad, Chubby, or Crystal Minnow. In perch or bluegill fisheries, try Perch or Munky Butt. In stained water, Blue Blood and Rat Ta Tat create the best silhouette.
• Use a Loop Knot: A loop knot (like a Rapala knot) gives the Whopper Plopper maximum freedom of movement and enhances the tail action, especially at slower retrieve speeds.

FAQ

What rod and line setup works best with the Whopper Plopper 130?
A medium-heavy 7'–7'6" casting rod with 30–50 lb braided line is ideal. Braid floats and keeps the lure riding high on the surface, while the sensitivity lets you feel the tail action and detect any change in retrieve speed.

How do I know if the tail is tuned correctly?
The tail should rotate freely and consistently at slow retrieve speeds. If it's not spinning, check for debris caught in the tail joint. The Whopper Plopper comes factory-tuned and rarely needs adjustment.

Can I use the Whopper Plopper 130 for pike and musky?
Absolutely. The 5 in, 1 3/8 oz profile is a great pike and musky topwater, especially in summer when fish are shallow and aggressive. Upgrade to heavier treble hooks if you're specifically targeting large musky.

The Glide Bait That Made Glide Baits Mainstream

The River2Sea S-Waver is a two-piece hard glide bait built around River2Sea's exclusive pin-and-tenon hinge and finished with a soft PVC tail. That combination produces the wide, unhurried S-shaped swimming motion the bait is named for. It comes in two sizes — the 120S at 4.75" and the 168S at 6.75" — and both run sub-surface at roughly a foot on a steady retrieve.

Why Anglers Reach for the S-Waver

Most hard baits announce themselves. The S-Waver doesn't. The hinge lets the two halves swing wide and glide on a straight, slow retrieve without any rod input at all, so the bait covers water with a big, lazy profile that reads as an unhurried baitfish rather than something fleeing. On pressured fish that have refused everything faster, that difference is the whole point.

The Problem With Working a Glide Bait Too Hard

The most common way to fish this bait badly is to fish it like a jerkbait. Hard twitches kill the glide and collapse the S into a stutter. The hinge is doing the work — your job is mostly to reel slowly and stay out of its way. A twitch is for changing direction and triggering a follower, not for generating the action.

What Sets It Apart

• River2Sea's exclusive pin-and-tenon hinge — the source of the S-action
• Soft PVC tail that keeps swimming when the body pauses
• Two-piece hard body in two sizes, 4.75" and 6.75"
• Sub-surface runner at roughly one foot on a steady retrieve
• River2Sea BN treble hooks fitted from the factory
• Twenty-two size and color combinations in stock, including trout, bluegill, and shad patterns

The Right Pick If…

• You're fishing clear water where fish get a long look at the bait
• You want to cover water without burning a lure past fish
• You're targeting bigger-than-average bass and willing to trade bite count for size
• You've watched fish follow and refuse faster presentations

Choosing Your Size

• 120S — 4.75", 1 3/16 oz: The approachable size. Throwable on a heavy bass rod, fewer refusals, and it still draws quality fish. Start here if this is your first glide bait. Fitted with #4 and #6 trebles.
• 168S — 6.75", 1 5/8 oz: The big-fish size. More water displaced, more commitment from the fish that eat it, fewer bites overall. Wants a proper swimbait rod. Fitted with two #2 trebles.

Best Techniques

• Straight slow retrieve: The default. Cast, let it settle, and reel slowly and steadily — the hinge generates the S without any help
• Pause and glide: Stop the reel mid-retrieve and let the bait coast sideways. Most strikes on the 168S come on the glide, not the pull
• Twitch to trigger: When a fish follows without committing, one sharp twitch turns the bait ninety degrees and often converts the follow
• Count down over structure: Both sizes sink slowly, so you can count them down to a specific depth before starting the retrieve

Best Conditions

• Clear to lightly stained water — the action is visual, and fish need to see it
• Pressured lakes and reservoirs where fast reaction baits have stopped working
• Open water, points, and the outside edges of grass and timber
• Pre-spawn and fall, when bigger fish are actively hunting larger forage

Best For

• Species: Largemouth and smallmouth bass across both sizes; pike, musky, and striped bass more commonly on the 168S
• Techniques: Slow straight retrieve, pause-and-glide, twitch-to-trigger, countdown
• Environments: Freshwater lakes, reservoirs, open water, points, grass edges, timber

Key Features

• Two-piece hard glide bait with pin-and-tenon hinge
• Soft PVC tail
• Available in 120S (4.75", 1 3/16 oz) and 168S (6.75", 1 5/8 oz)
• Sub-surface running depth, approximately 1 ft
• River2Sea BN treble hooks — #4 and #6 on the 120S, two #2 on the 168S
• Eight colors in the 120S, fourteen in the 168S
• Trout, bluegill, shad, perch, and bone patterns available

Models & Specs

120S colors: Rainbow Trout, Lite Trout, Party Crasher, Baby Bass, Warden, Bluegill, Abalone Shad, Bone.
168S colors: Rainbow Trout, Lite Trout, Hitch, Party Crasher, Baby Bass, Warden, Bluegill, Abalone Shad, Bone, Yellow Perch, Crystal Minnow, Powder, Terminator, You Know It.

Tackle Express Tips

• Slow down, then slow down again: Nearly everyone fishes this bait too fast the first few trips. If you think you're reeling slowly enough, take another turn per second off it.
• Match the color to what they're eating: Rainbow Trout and Lite Trout on trout-stocked reservoirs, Bluegill around spawning flats and docks, Bone and Powder when the water is stained or the light is flat.
• Don't undergun the 168S: At 1 5/8 oz it's a genuine swimbait rod bait. Throwing it on a standard heavy bass setup costs you distance and beats up the rod.

FAQ

Which size should I start with?
The 120S. At 4.75" and 1 3/16 oz it casts on gear most bass anglers already own, it draws more bites than the larger size, and it still catches quality fish. Move to the 168S once you're confident in the retrieve and specifically hunting bigger fish.

How do I actually fish a glide bait?
Cast it, let it settle, and reel slowly and steadily — the pin-and-tenon hinge creates the S-action on its own with no rod work. Pause occasionally and let it coast sideways; that glide is when most strikes happen. Save sharp twitches for turning the bait when a fish follows without eating.

Is this a topwater bait?
No. The S-Waver is a sub-surface glide bait that runs roughly a foot down on a steady retrieve. If you're after a surface walking bait, that's a different category entirely.

The Walking Bait That Doesn't Walk Like the Rest

The River2Sea Rover is one of the most distinctive topwater walking baits on the market — and it's been proving itself on bass, pike, and stripers for years. Designed by B.A.S.S. and MLF Pro Scott Martin, the Rover doesn't glide side-to-side like a traditional walking bait. Instead, its exaggeratedly cupped mouth and unique body geometry produce a choppy, slashing action that triggers reaction strikes from fish that have seen every other topwater in the box.

A Walk Unlike Any Other

Most walking baits produce a smooth, predictable glide. The Rover's cupped mouth catches water on each twitch, creating an erratic, aggressive side-to-side slash that mimics a wounded baitfish struggling on the surface. That unpredictable action is exactly what triggers the competitive feeding instinct in bass — especially on pressured fisheries where fish have learned to ignore standard presentations.

When Standard Walking Baits Get Ignored

On heavily pressured lakes, bass see Zara Spooks and similar walking baits all day long. The Rover's choppy, slashing action looks and sounds different — different enough to draw strikes from fish that have shut down on everything else. When your go-to walking bait stops producing, tie on the Rover.

Two Sizes, One Action

The Rover comes in two sizes to match the forage and the fish. The Size 98 (3 7/8 in, 7/16 oz) is the finesse option — perfect for pressured fish, smaller forage, and medium-action gear. The Size 128 (5 in, 3/4 oz) is the big-water version — built for covering open flats, targeting larger fish, and throwing on heavier baitcasting tackle. Both are pre-rigged with premium Daiichi treble hooks and ready to fish out of the package.

The Right Pick If...

• Standard walking baits are getting ignored on pressured water
• You want a topwater with a more aggressive, erratic action
• You're targeting largemouth, smallmouth, pike, or striped bass on the surface
• You need a walking bait that casts well and covers water efficiently
• You want a Scott Martin-designed bait with a proven tournament track record

Best Retrieve Techniques

• Standard Walk: Rhythmic rod-tip twitches with a steady retrieve — the Rover's cupped mouth does the rest, producing its signature choppy slash
• Pause and Walk: Walk 3–5 times, pause, then walk again — the pause often triggers strikes from following fish
• Slow Walk: Slower cadence for finicky fish or cold-front conditions — the Size 98 excels here
• Fast Burn: Aggressive, rapid twitches to cover water quickly and trigger reaction strikes from aggressive fish

Best Conditions

• Calm to lightly choppy surface — the slashing action is most visible in calmer water
• Low-light periods — early morning and late evening when bass are most active on top
• Post-spawn through fall when bass are chasing baitfish on the surface
• Pressured fisheries where standard walking baits have been picked apart
• Open flats, points, and main lake structure where fish are feeding on top

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Pike, Striped Bass
• Techniques: Topwater Walking, Walk-the-Dog, Pause-and-Walk
• Conditions: Calm to choppy surface, low-light, post-spawn, pressured fisheries, summer and fall

Key Features

• Designed by B.A.S.S. and MLF Pro Scott Martin
• Exaggeratedly cupped mouth produces choppy, slashing walk-the-dog action
• Unique body geometry creates erratic, unpredictable surface presentation
• Pre-rigged with premium Daiichi treble hooks
• Available in 2 sizes — Size 98 (finesse) and Size 128 (big water)
• Wide range of proven color patterns
• Exceptional casting distance for a walking bait

Models & Specs

Available Colors (Size 98)

Available Colors (Size 128)

Tackle Express Tips

• Size 98 for Finesse, Size 128 for Power: Use the 98 on spinning gear (10–15 lb braid + fluoro leader) for pressured fish and smaller forage. Use the 128 on a medium-heavy baitcaster with 20–30 lb braid when targeting bigger fish or covering open water.
• Match Color to Forage: Ghost Minnow, Crystal Minnow, and Horizon Shad excel in clear water with shad forage. Bluegill and Funky Tiger shine in bluegill-heavy fisheries. Chrome Black and T1000 are go-to low-light and stained-water colors.
• Use a Loop Knot: A Rapala loop knot gives the Rover maximum freedom of movement and enhances the cupped-mouth action, especially at slower retrieve speeds.

FAQ

What's the difference between the Size 98 and Size 128?
The Size 98 is 3 7/8 in and 7/16 oz — a finesse option ideal for pressured fish, spinning gear, and smaller forage. The Size 128 is 5 in and 3/4 oz — the big-water version for covering open flats and targeting larger fish on baitcasting tackle.

How is the Rover different from a standard walking bait like a Zara Spook?
The Rover's exaggeratedly cupped mouth creates a choppy, slashing action rather than a smooth glide. This more aggressive, erratic presentation is especially effective on pressured fish that have learned to ignore traditional walking baits.

What rod and line setup works best?
For the Size 98: a 6'10"–7'2" medium or medium-heavy spinning rod with 10–15 lb braid and a 10–12 lb fluorocarbon leader. For the Size 128: a 7'–7'6" medium-heavy baitcasting rod with 20–30 lb braid or monofilament.

KVD's Walk-the-Dog Weapon

The Strike King KVD Sexy Dawg is Kevin VanDam's signature walk-the-dog topwater — designed to be effortless to walk, far-casting, and absolutely explosive on the strike. A rhythmic twitch of the rod tip brings it to life, sending the nose gliding side to side in a tight, seductive action that bass simply can't ignore. Whether you're working it over grass, around docks, or across open flats, the Sexy Dawg covers water efficiently and triggers violent surface blowups.

Designed to Walk Itself

Most walking baits require precise rod technique to stay in rhythm. The Sexy Dawg was engineered by KVD to walk easily at any skill level — a simple, rhythmic twitch is all it takes to keep it gliding side to side. That accessibility makes it a go-to for anglers who want a walking bait that performs without a learning curve, and a tournament weapon for pros who can push it to its limits.

When Standard Walking Baits Fall Short

Many walking baits are either too hard to walk consistently or don't cast far enough to cover open water efficiently. The Sexy Dawg solves both problems — its far-casting design reaches fish holding at distance, and its effortless walk-the-dog action stays in the strike zone longer. When bass are spread out on open flats or chasing shad on the surface, the Sexy Dawg covers more water and gets more bites.

The Right Pick If...

• You want a walking bait that's easy to walk at any skill level
• You need a topwater that casts far and covers open water efficiently
• You're targeting largemouth or smallmouth bass feeding on the surface
• You want a KVD-designed, tournament-proven walking bait
• You fish over grass, around docks, or across open flats and points

Best Retrieve Techniques

• Walk the Dog: Rhythmic rod-tip twitches with a steady retrieve — the Sexy Dawg walks easily and stays in rhythm with minimal effort
• Pause and Walk: Walk 3–5 times, pause, then walk again — the pause often triggers strikes from following fish
• Slow Walk: Slower cadence for finicky fish or post-front conditions
• Fast Burn: Aggressive, rapid twitches to cover water quickly and trigger reaction strikes from aggressive fish

Best Conditions

• Calm to lightly choppy surface — the walking action is most visible in calmer water
• Low-light periods — early morning and late evening when bass are most active on top
• Post-spawn through fall when bass are chasing shad on the surface
• Open flats, points, and main lake structure where fish are feeding on top
• Over shallow grass, around docks, and across open water

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass
• Techniques: Walk-the-Dog, Pause-and-Walk, Slow Walk, Fast Burn
• Conditions: Calm to choppy surface, low-light, post-spawn, open water, grass flats

Key Features

• Kevin VanDam (KVD) Signature Series design
• Effortless walk-the-dog action — easy for all skill levels
• Far-casting design — covers water fast and reaches distant fish
• Tight, seductive side-to-side glide triggers explosive surface strikes
• Full-size profile — ideal for big-bait topwater presentations
• 4 proven color patterns

Models & Colors

Tackle Express Tips

• Use Monofilament or Braid with a Mono Leader: Monofilament floats and keeps the Sexy Dawg riding high in the surface film. If you prefer braid for casting distance, add a 3–4 ft monofilament leader to keep the bait on top.
• Match Color to Conditions: Sexy Shad and Chartreuse Sexy Shad are go-to shad-imitating patterns for clear to lightly stained water. Bone is a classic low-light and overcast-day color. Green Gizzard Shad shines in fisheries with gizzard shad forage.
• Use a Loop Knot: A Rapala loop knot gives the Sexy Dawg maximum freedom of movement and enhances the walking action, especially at slower retrieve speeds.

FAQ

What size is the KVD Sexy Dawg?
This listing is for the full-size KVD Sexy Dawg. Strike King also makes the Sexy Dawg Jr. for situations where a smaller profile is needed — finicky fish, smaller forage, or spinning gear applications.

What rod and line setup works best?
A medium or medium-heavy 7'–7'4" casting rod with a 6:1–7:1 reel and 17–20 lb monofilament or 30–50 lb braid with a mono leader is ideal. The softer tip of a medium rod loads up on the cast and keeps the walking action smooth.

Is the Sexy Dawg good for beginners?
Yes — it's one of the easiest walking baits to fish. KVD specifically designed it to walk with a simple, rhythmic twitch rather than requiring the precise technique that some walking baits demand. If you're new to topwater fishing, the Sexy Dawg is a great starting point.

The Ledge Crankbait KVD Built to Win

The Strike King Pro Model 6XD was developed over a full year alongside 5-time BASS Angler of the Year Kevin VanDam — and it shows. At 3 inches and 1 oz, it casts like a bullet and drives down to 19+ feet with a steep dive angle that gets it into the strike zone fast. Once it hits the bottom, the erratic wandering action is what triggers the bite. KVD used a prototype to finish 2nd at the 2009 BASS Elite Series event at Kentucky Lake before the bait was even released. That's how confident he was in it.

The Erratic Action That Triggers Ledge Bass

Most deep-diving crankbaits have a predictable, consistent wobble. The 6XD's action is different — it wanders erratically off the bottom in a way that mimics a disoriented baitfish struggling to maintain depth. That unpredictable action is exactly what triggers reaction strikes from bass stacked on deep ledges, humps, and channel edges during the summer months. When fish have seen every standard crankbait retrieve, the 6XD's erratic bottom action stands out.

Why Shallow Crankbaits Can't Reach Summer Bass

During summer, largemouth and smallmouth bass move to deep structure — ledges, channel edges, and offshore humps in 15–25 feet of water. Standard crankbaits can't reach them. The 6XD's steep dive angle and 19+ foot depth range puts it right in the strike zone on a standard cast, without the need for long-lining or specialized techniques. On 10 lb fluorocarbon, it reaches its full depth potential and the low-stretch fluoro gives you maximum feel for bottom contact and deflections.

The Right Pick If...

• Bass are on deep ledges, humps, or channel edges in 15–25 feet of water
• You're fishing summer structure in the style of Kentucky Lake, Pickwick, or similar ledge fisheries
• Shallow crankbaits can't reach the fish
• You want a tournament-proven deep diver developed with a 5x BASS Angler of the Year
• You need a crankbait that deflects off bottom and rocks with an erratic, strike-triggering action

Best Retrieve Techniques

• Steady Retrieve to Bottom: Cast long, reel down to the bottom, and maintain contact — the 6XD's erratic action does the rest
• Deflect Off Structure: Aim casts at rocks, stumps, and ledge edges — the kick on contact triggers reaction strikes from holding fish
• Slow Roll: Slow the retrieve once the bait reaches depth to keep it in the strike zone longer — deadly in post-front conditions
• Rip and Pause: Rip the bait off the bottom and let it float up, then resume — the pause often triggers strikes from following fish

Best Conditions

• Summer — when bass move to deep ledges and offshore structure
• Main lake points, channel edges, humps, and ledges in 15–25 feet of water
• Clear to lightly stained water where the bait's action and color carry at depth
• Post-spawn through fall when bass are schooled on deep structure
• Kentucky Lake, Pickwick, Guntersville, and similar ledge-fishing reservoirs

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass
• Techniques: Deep Ledge Cranking, Structure Fishing, Bottom Contact, Deflection Cranking
• Conditions: Summer deep structure, ledges, channel edges, offshore humps

Key Features

• Developed with Kevin VanDam (5x BASS Angler of the Year) over one full year
• Dives 19+ feet on 10 lb fluorocarbon
• Steep dive angle reaches depth fast on a standard cast
• Erratic wandering bottom action triggers reaction strikes
• 3 in body, 1 oz weight — casts like a bullet for long-distance presentations
• Use an egg snap for maximum action and quick color changes on the water
• 22 proven color patterns for any water condition

Models & Colors

Tackle Express Tips

• Use 10 lb Fluorocarbon: Line diameter directly affects dive depth. 10 lb fluorocarbon gives the 6XD its full 19+ foot depth range. Heavier line reduces depth — if you need to go shallower, step up to 12–14 lb fluoro.
• Use an Egg Snap: Strike King recommends an egg snap (not a split ring or direct tie) to maximize the 6XD's erratic action. It also lets you swap colors quickly without retying on the water.
• Match Color to Depth and Clarity: In clear water, natural patterns like Gizzard Shad, Tennessee Shad, and Natural Shad are go-to choices. In stained water or low-light conditions, reach for Chrome Blue, Powder Blue Back Chartreuse, or Citrus Shad. Craw patterns like Chili Craw and DB Craw shine when bass are feeding on crawfish on rocky ledges.

FAQ

How deep does the Strike King 6XD actually dive?
On 10 lb fluorocarbon with a long cast, the 6XD reaches 19+ feet. Line diameter, cast length, and retrieve speed all affect depth. Thinner line = more depth; thicker line = less depth. For maximum depth, use 10 lb fluoro and make the longest cast possible before starting your retrieve.

What rod and reel setup works best for ledge cranking?
A medium-heavy 7'6"–8' fiberglass or composite crankbait rod with a 5:1–6:1 reel and 10 lb fluorocarbon is ideal. The slower reel speed keeps the bait in the strike zone longer and the softer fiberglass tip absorbs the shock of a deep-water strike and keeps fish pinned.

Why use an egg snap instead of tying direct?
An egg snap gives the 6XD maximum freedom of movement at the line tie, which enhances the erratic bottom action that makes this bait so effective. It also allows you to swap colors quickly on the water without retying — a significant advantage when you're dialing in the right color on a ledge.

The Owner Cultiva Mira Shad is a 2" forage-size suspending crankbait that consistently outfishes larger presentations when fish are locked on small baitfish. With Cultiva's exclusive Living Eyes, chattering rattles, and a transparent holographic finish that throws flash from every angle, it looks alive in the water — and it fishes just as lively. Deadly on trout, bass, and walleye from the moment you tie it on.

Two Inches of Trouble

Don't let the size fool you. At 1/7 oz and 2", the Mira Shad matches the fry and small shad profile that trout and pressured bass key on when nothing else is working. It suspends neutrally at 4–5 ft on the pause, which means it sits right in the feeding lane and won't move until you tell it to. Two #10 Owner Stinger-36 Super Needle Point trebles are factory-rigged and sharp enough to stick on the lightest touch.

When Big Baits Get Ignored

On heavily pressured water — stocked trout lakes, clear reservoirs, tournament-fished bass fisheries — fish get educated fast. They've seen 3" and 4" jerkbaits all season. The Mira Shad's forage-sized profile slips under their guard. Combined with the chattering rattle and holographic flash, it triggers reaction strikes even from fish that have shut down on standard presentations.

What Sets It Apart

• Cultiva Living Eyes — High-contrast, realistic eyes add a focal point that draws strikes from reactive fish
• Transparent Holographic Finish — Reflects light from multiple angles; mimics the iridescent flank of a small shad or fry
• Chattering Rattles — Internal sound chamber calls fish in from distance, especially effective in stained water
• Neutral Suspension — Holds at 4–5 ft on the pause; doesn't rise or sink out of the strike zone
• Owner Stinger-36 Trebles — Two #10 Super Needle Point hooks; razor-sharp right out of the package
• Forage-Size Profile — 2" matches fry, small shad, and juvenile baitfish that pressured fish prefer

The Right Pick If…

• Fish are ignoring larger jerkbaits or crankbaits
• You're fishing stocked trout lakes or clear reservoirs with heavy pressure
• You need to match a small shad, fry, or juvenile baitfish hatch
• You want one bait that works both on a cast-and-retrieve and behind a slow troll
• Walleye or bass are suspending at 4–5 ft and need a finesse presentation

Best Fishing Techniques

• Jerk-pause — Two quick twitches, pause 3–5 seconds; the suspend does the work on neutral fish
• Slow troll — 1–2 mph behind a kayak or electric motor; dives to 4–5 ft and tracks true
• Cast and steady retrieve — Works as a shallow crankbait when fish are actively feeding
• Deadstick pause — In cold water, extend the pause to 10+ seconds; motionless suspension triggers lockjaw trout and bass

Best Conditions

• Clear water where flash and detail trigger strikes at range
• Cold water (fall through spring) when fish need a smaller, slower target
• Stocked trout fisheries where fish are conditioned to small forage
• Early morning and evening when fish move shallow to the 4–5 ft range

Best For

• Rainbow & Brown Trout (lakes, reservoirs, tailwaters)
• Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass (finesse presentations)
• Walleye (slow troll and jerk-pause)
• Crappie and Panfish (finesse jigging retrieve)
• Any situation requiring a forage-size suspending presentation

Models & Specs

Specs are loaded dynamically from product metafields. Mira Shad: 2" length, 1/7 oz, suspending, dives 4–5 ft, two #10 Stinger-36 trebles. Available colors: Flame, Pink Passion, Shiner, Baby Bass, Gold Shiner, Brown Trout, Black Pearl.

Tackle Express Tips

• Use light line. 4–6 lb fluorocarbon is the sweet spot — it lets the bait suspend true, dive to full depth, and stays nearly invisible. Heavy line kills the action and floats the bait out of the zone.
• Try it for trout behind a kayak. A slow 1–1.5 mph troll with the Mira Shad in Brown Trout or Shiner colors over weed edges is devastatingly effective on planted trout in clear lakes.
• Slow the pause down when it's cold. Below 50°F, count to 10 after each twitch. Trout and bass in cold water need the bait to sit still longer before they commit — most anglers don't wait long enough.

FAQ

Q: Is this the same as the Rip'n Minnow 65?
A: No — the Mira Shad is smaller (2" vs. 2.5") and lighter (1/7 oz vs. 1/4 oz), and it's a more finesse-oriented profile. Both suspend, but the Mira Shad is built specifically to match fry and small shad, making it a better choice when fish are keyed on very small forage.

Q: Can I use this for walleye?
A: Absolutely. The Mira Shad is an excellent slow-troll walleye lure. Run it at 1–2 mph behind a slow-rolling boat or kayak at 4–5 ft over weed flats and sand transitions. Brown Trout and Gold Shiner colors work particularly well.

Q: What line should I use?
A: 4–6 lb fluorocarbon. It lets the bait reach its full depth rating, maintains neutral suspension, and is practically invisible in the clear water where this bait performs best. Avoid heavy mono — it floats the nose up and kills the suspending action.

The "Limit Getter" That Pros Have Trusted for Decades

The Luhr Jensen Speed Trap Crankbait earned its nickname on the tournament trail — pros call it the "Limit Getter" because it covers water fast, stays in the zone, and gets bit. Whether you're burning it over shallow cover or slow-rolling it through structure, the Speed Trap's computer-controlled thin-wall construction produces maximum vibration and stays perfectly balanced at any retrieve speed. It's a search bait, a confidence bait, and a limit bait all in one.

Computer-Controlled Molding = Tournament-Winning Action

The secret to the Speed Trap is its computer-controlled molding process, which creates an ultra-thin-walled body with precise weight distribution. The result is a crankbait that produces intense, high-frequency vibration at slow speeds and stays perfectly balanced at full burn — no rolling, no blowout, no lost action. The round-bend treble hooks are positioned to maximize hookups across the bait's full range of motion.

When Your Crankbait Rolls Out at High Speed

Most crankbaits have a ceiling — push them too fast and they roll over, lose their action, and stop catching fish. The Speed Trap was specifically engineered to eliminate that problem. You can burn it as fast as you want over shallow cover and it stays true, which means you can cover more water, trigger more reaction strikes, and find fish faster than with any bait that has a speed limit.

Two Sizes, 14 Colors, One Proven Design

The Speed Trap comes in 1/8 oz (dives to 5 ft) and 1/4 oz (dives to 8 ft), giving you the flexibility to target fish at different depths with the same proven action. With 14 color options spanning shad, craw, bluegill, and perch patterns, there's a Speed Trap for every water clarity and forage situation you'll encounter.

The Right Pick If...

• You need a search bait to cover water fast on unfamiliar lakes
• You want a crankbait that stays true at high-speed retrieves
• You're targeting bass in shallow to medium-depth cover (5–8 ft)
• You want a proven tournament bait with a deep color selection

Best Fishing Techniques

• High-speed burn over shallow flats and cover
• Steady slow-roll through submerged structure
• Search bait on unfamiliar water — cover water fast to locate fish
• Parallel casting along banks, docks, and laydowns
• Reaction strike fishing in stained or off-color water

Best Conditions

• Shallow to medium-depth water (5–8 ft depending on model)
• Clear to stained water — wide color selection covers all conditions
• Spring pre-spawn and fall feeding periods when bass are aggressive
• Freshwater lakes, reservoirs, rivers, and ponds

Best For

• Species: Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, crappie
• Techniques: Power fishing, search bait, reaction strike crankbait
• Depth range: 1/8 oz = 5 ft | 1/4 oz = 8 ft

Key Features

• Computer-controlled thin-wall molding for maximum vibration
• Won't roll at any retrieve speed — high-speed stable design
• Round-bend treble hooks for solid hookups
• Available in 1/8 oz (5 ft dive) and 1/4 oz (8 ft dive)
• 14 color options: shad, craw, bluegill, perch, and specialty patterns
• Tournament-proven design — featured in Bassmaster magazine

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Use it as your first cast on new water. The Speed Trap's ability to cover water fast makes it the perfect search bait when you're learning a new lake. Burn it along likely-looking structure and let the fish tell you where they are before you slow down and finesse them.
• Match color to water clarity. In clear water, go with Crystal Tennessee Shad, Near Clear Pearl Shad, or Pearl Silver Scale. In stained or off-color water, reach for Breeding Bluegill, Creek Craw, or Moss Back Craw for better contrast and visibility.
• Don't be afraid to burn it. Most anglers slow down instinctively — but the Speed Trap was built to be burned. A fast, aggressive retrieve triggers reaction strikes from fish that won't chase a slow bait, especially in warmer water.

FAQ

What's the dive depth for each size?
The 1/8 oz Speed Trap dives to approximately 5 feet, and the 1/4 oz dives to approximately 8 feet. Actual depth will vary based on line diameter, rod angle, and retrieve speed — lighter line and a lower rod tip will push the bait deeper.

Can I use this bait at high retrieve speeds without it rolling?
Yes — that's the Speed Trap's defining feature. The computer-controlled thin-wall molding and precise weight distribution keep the bait stable and tracking true at any retrieve speed, from a slow crawl to a full burn.

Which color should I start with?
If you're fishing clear water, start with Crystal Tennessee Shad or Near Clear Pearl Shad. In stained water, Breeding Bluegill or Creek Craw are proven producers. When in doubt, match the primary forage in the lake you're fishing — shad patterns in open water, craw patterns near rocky or muddy bottom.

 The Roboworm 4 1/2" Straight Tail Worms have become a staple for finesse fishing, looking back to the days of the 'hand poured' finesse worms so popular on the West Coast more than a decade ago.

The Straight Tail Worms are surprisingly effective, especially during the warmer months when fish pressure and boat traffic are at their peak. Roboworm uses state-of-the-art robotic technology to create consistent, well-defined colors every time. It also allows them to create unique color combinations, usually only found in 'hand poured' worms.

The super soft plastic Strait Tail Worms end up having a very sensitive, alluring action complete with a Salt Release System that provides a burst of salt when a fish bites ' causing them to hold on longer for solid hook-sets.

Qty: 10 Per Pack

The Roboworm 4.5 Fat Straight Tail Worm brings you the classic soft plastic worm shape with the clean colors and hand-poured quality you are used to getting from Roboworm - the country's premier plastic worm company. The Fat Straight Tail worm offers a thicker head section so your hook will hold more securely when Texas-rigged and will resist tearing better when the fish are biting. Roboworm's exclusive Salt Release System comes with every Fat Worm.

It gives bass a burst of salty flavor when they bite, making them hang on longer - for a better catch ratio. If you've been discouraged trying to Texas-rig the standard Roboworm Straight Tail Worm, choose your favorite color of the Roboworm Fat Straight Tail Worm and hook up big time.

Size: 4 1/2"

Style:  FAT Worm

Quantity: 8 per pack

The Yamamoto Senko Worm has defined a whole style of fishing and the 6" Senko makes hunting bigger bass easy.  Yeah right, it's not easy but this giant cigar bait will help you get more big bass than you would think.  

If there's been one lure that has changed fishing over the years, it's the Yamamoto Senko. With its wide range of uses and subtle natural action, the Yamamoto Senko has quickly become a favorite with fisher people all over the world. The best thing about the Senko is in it's simplicity.

The Yamamoto Senko may just look like a thick round plastic worm but the fall rate created from the large amount of salt impregnated in the body drives fish mad. When rigged weightless the Yamamoto Senko falls horizontally with a seductive side to side tail action. Try it wacky rigged or texas rigged the Yamamoto Senko and experience the versatility and effectiveness it provides.

Why Buy the Yamamoto 3" Senko?

The Yamamoto 3" Senko is the compact, finesse version of the most legendary soft plastic bait ever made. Same salt-impregnated formula, same irresistible side-to-side fall action, same proven Yamamoto colors — in a 3-inch profile that excels in clear water, high-pressure fisheries, and finesse situations where the 4" and 5" are too large. Whether you're wacky rigging around docks, drop shotting suspended fish, or Ned rigging on hard bottom, the 3" Senko delivers the subtle, lifelike action that drives finicky bass wild. 10 per pack, 8 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 3-inch salt-impregnated stickbait with the legendary Senko side-to-side fall action in a compact, finesse-friendly profile — ideal for wacky rig, drop shot, Ned rig, and any situation where a smaller profile gets more bites from finicky bass in clear water and pressured fisheries.

Problem It Solves

The 4" and 5" Senko are proven fish-catchers, but their larger profiles can be too much for ultra-clear water, heavily pressured fish, and finesse situations where bass are keying on smaller forage. The 3" Senko delivers the same legendary action in a compact profile that gets bites when larger sizes get ignored — without sacrificing any of the Senko's signature fall action or salt-impregnated feel.

Advantages

• ✅ Compact 3" profile — ideal for clear water and pressured fish where larger Senkos get ignored
• ✅ Same legendary side-to-side fall action as the 4" and 5" Senko
• ✅ Salt-impregnated formula — natural fall, enhanced scent, fish hold on longer
• ✅ Versatile — wacky rig, drop shot, Ned rig, Neko rig, weightless Texas rig
• ✅ 8 proven color options across natural and reaction shades
• ✅ 10 per pack
• ⚠️ 3" compact profile — for more bulk and presence, consider the 4" or 5" Senko

When to Choose It

Reach for the 3" Senko when bass are ignoring the 4" in ultra-clear water or post-frontal conditions, when you're targeting smallmouth or spotted bass that key on smaller forage, or when you need a compact Senko for Ned rig and drop shot presentations where a smaller profile gets more bites. It's the go-to downsize option when conditions are toughest.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Wacky Rig — hook through the center with a #1 or #1/0 wacky hook; use an O-ring to extend bait life; the compact 3" body produces a tight, symmetrical wiggle on the fall that's deadly around docks, laydowns, and open water
• Drop Shot — nose-hook on a #1 or #2 hook, 12–18" above the weight; the side-to-side action quivers naturally in the strike zone; excellent for FFS targeting suspended fish
• Ned Rig — thread onto a 1/16–3/32 oz Ned head; the compact 3" body is the ideal size for a Ned rig presentation on hard bottom; the Senko's action on the pause is irresistible
• Neko Rig — insert a 1/32 oz nail weight into the nose; the head-down fall and side-to-side action triggers strikes from finicky fish in clear water
• Weightless Texas Rig — rig on a 1/0–2/0 EWG hook for a slow-falling presentation through sparse cover and open water

Best Conditions

• Ultra-clear water (visibility 3ft+) where a compact, natural profile is critical
• Post-frontal high pressure and slow-bite days
• Heavily pressured tournament lakes and clear natural lakes
• Smallmouth and spotted bass fisheries where a smaller profile gets more bites
• Year-round — especially effective in spring (wacky rig) and summer (drop shot, Ned rig)

Best For

Key Features

• 3" compact profile — finesse-friendly size for clear water and pressured fish
• Legendary side-to-side fall action — same as the 4" and 5" Senko
• Salt-impregnated formula — natural fall, enhanced scent, fish hold on longer
• Versatile rigging — wacky rig, drop shot, Ned rig, Neko rig, weightless Texas rig
• 8 proven color options
• 10 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 3" | Count: 10 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater | Target Species: Bass

Tackle Express Tips

1. Use an O-ring for wacky rigging — The 3" Senko is small enough that a standard wacky hook can tear through the bait quickly. Slide an O-ring onto the center of the bait and hook through the O-ring — you'll get 3–5x more casts per bait and the action is identical. A #1 wacky hook is the right size for the 3" body.
2. Green Pumpkin Black Flake for most situations, Bubblegum for bluegill spawn — Green Pumpkin Black Flake (#297) is your go-to in clear to lightly stained water. Switch to Bubblegum (#229) during the bluegill spawn when bass are keying on pink/red forage — it's one of the most underrated Senko colors for this specific situation. Use Watermelon w/ Black & Red (#208) as your all-around natural color in clear water.
3. Downsize to the 3" before changing techniques — If you're fishing the 4" Senko and bites slow down, switch to the 3" before changing colors or techniques. The smaller profile often triggers strikes from fish that have seen the larger bait — especially in ultra-clear water and post-frontal conditions. Keep both sizes on deck and let the fish tell you which one they want.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between the 3", 4", and 5" Senko?
A: All three use the same salt-impregnated formula and legendary side-to-side fall action. The 3" is the finesse option — ideal for ultra-clear water, pressured fish, smallmouth, and spotted bass where a smaller profile gets more bites. The 4" is the most versatile all-around size. The 5" is the big-bass option for largemouth in heavier cover and situations where a larger profile attracts quality fish. Start with the 4" in most situations and downsize to the 3" when conditions are toughest.

Q: What hook size works best for wacky rigging the 3" Senko?
A: A #1 or #1/0 wacky hook works best for the 3" body. Use an O-ring to extend bait life and keep the hook centered. For drop shot, a #1 Gamakatsu or Owner drop shot hook is the standard choice. For Ned rig, a 1/16–3/32 oz Ned head with a #1 hook is the right size.

Q: Is the 3" Senko good for smallmouth bass?
A: Yes — it's one of the best smallmouth baits available on wacky rig and drop shot. The compact 3" profile matches the smaller forage smallmouth key on in clear lakes and rivers. Baby Bass (#305) and Smoke w/ Large Black Flake (#150) are top smallmouth color picks.

Why Buy the Yamamoto 4" Fat Ika?

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

Main Use & Benefit

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

Problem It Solves

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

Advantages

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

When to Choose It

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

Best Fishing Techniques

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

Best Conditions

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

Best For

Key Features

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

Models & Specs

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

Tackle Express Tips

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

FAQ

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

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

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

Why Buy the Yamamoto 5" Single Tail Grub?

Few soft plastics have stood the test of time like the Yamamoto Single Tail Grub. A timeless curly tail design that catches fish year-round, in any conditions, on virtually any rig — the 5" version is the go-to size when you want a bigger profile to target medium to large bass, pike, walleye, and inshore saltwater species. Crafted with Yamamoto's signature soft plastic formula, the body is supple enough for excellent hook penetration while still holding up through multiple fish. 20 per pack, 5 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 5-inch classic curly tail grub that delivers a natural, lifelike swimming action with subtle vibration and flash on every retrieve — equally effective fished solo on a jighead or as a trailer on spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, and swim jigs to add bulk, action, and a slower fall.

Problem It Solves

Many soft plastics require specific techniques or conditions to be effective. The Yamamoto Single Tail Grub is the opposite — its curly tail produces natural swimming action at any retrieve speed, in any water clarity, on any rig. It's the bait you reach for when you want something proven, versatile, and consistently effective without overthinking the presentation.

Advantages

• ✅ Classic 5" curly tail profile — proven fish-catcher for decades across multiple species
• ✅ Natural swimming action — subtle vibration and flash at any retrieve speed
• ✅ Versatile — jighead, spinnerbait trailer, buzzbait trailer, swim jig trailer, Carolina rig
• ✅ Yamamoto soft plastic formula — supple for great hook penetration, durable through multiple fish
• ✅ Effective in clear and murky water
• ✅ Multi-species — bass, pike, walleye, inshore saltwater
• ✅ 20 per pack — excellent value for a high-use trailer and jighead bait
• ⚠️ 5 color options currently available — focused on proven natural and reaction shades

When to Choose It

Reach for the 5" Single Tail Grub when you want a bigger profile grub for medium to large bass, when you need a versatile trailer that adds bulk and action to a spinnerbait or buzzbait, or when you want a simple, proven jighead presentation that works in any conditions. It's the go-to when you want to keep it simple and let the bait do the work.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Jighead — thread onto a 1/4–3/8 oz round or football jighead for a simple, deadly swimming presentation; the curly tail pulses and flutters on a slow, steady retrieve or on the fall
• Spinnerbait Trailer — pin onto a 3/8–1/2 oz spinnerbait to add bulk, a slower fall, and extra tail action that triggers strikes on the pause
• Buzzbait Trailer — pin onto a buzzbait to add a kicking tail action that keeps fish committed on the bite and improves hookset ratios
• Swim Jig Trailer — pin onto a 3/8–1/2 oz swim jig for a natural swimming presentation through grass edges, laydowns, and open water
• Carolina Rig — thread onto a 1/0–2/0 hook, 18–24" behind a 1/2–3/4 oz Carolina weight; drag slowly along the bottom for a natural, swimming presentation over hard structure

Best Conditions

• Year-round — the curly tail produces action in any water temperature and clarity
• Clear to murky water — natural colors for clear, reaction colors for stained
• Open water, grass edges, and structure on jighead and Carolina rig
• Any depth — equally effective shallow on buzzbait and deep on Carolina rig
• Multi-species — bass, pike, walleye, and inshore saltwater species

Best For

Key Features

• 5" curly tail profile — proven fish-catcher for decades across multiple species
• Natural swimming action — subtle vibration and flash at any retrieve speed
• Yamamoto soft plastic formula — supple for great hook penetration, durable through multiple fish
• Versatile rigging — jighead, spinnerbait, buzzbait, swim jig, Carolina rig
• 5 proven color options
• 20 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 5" | Count: 20 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater & Inshore Saltwater

Tackle Express Tips

1. Match jighead weight to depth — Use a 1/8–1/4 oz jighead for shallow presentations (under 10ft) where you want a slow, natural fall. Move to a 3/8–1/2 oz jighead for deeper water (10–25ft) or when you need to cover water faster. The 5" curly tail produces action at any retrieve speed — the slower the better in cold water.
2. Green Pumpkin for natural bottom, Cream White for shad — Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flake (#297) is your go-to in clear water over natural bottom. Switch to Cream White (#036) or Smoke w/ Large Black Flake (#150) when bass are keying on shad in open water, and use Cinnamon w/ Black Flake (#176) in stained water for a natural crawfish-matching color.
3. Slow down on the spinnerbait — The 5" Single Tail Grub adds significant bulk and a slower fall to a spinnerbait — use this to your advantage by slowing your retrieve speed. The extra bulk causes the spinnerbait to helicopter and flutter on the pause, which is often when fish commit. If fish are short-striking, slow down before switching colors.

FAQ

Q: What jighead size works best with the 5" Single Tail Grub?
A: A 1/4 oz round jighead is the standard starting point for most presentations. Use a 1/8 oz for a slower fall in shallow water or when fish are finicky, and a 3/8–1/2 oz for deeper water or when you need to cover water faster. A 3/0–4/0 hook is the right size for the 5" body.

Q: Is the 5" Single Tail Grub good for walleye and pike?
A: Yes — the 5" profile is an excellent size for walleye on a jighead and for pike on a larger jighead or as a spinnerbait trailer. Cream White and Smoke w/ Large Black Flake are top walleye colors, while Baby Bass and Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flake work well for pike in clear water.

Q: How does the 5" compare to smaller grub sizes?
A: The 5" is the go-to when you want a bigger profile to target medium to large bass or multi-species. It adds more bulk and a slower fall as a trailer compared to smaller sizes, and produces more water displacement on a jighead. Choose the 5" when you want to target larger fish or when a bigger profile gets more bites in your conditions.

The Reaction Innovations Little Dipper 3.5" is a compact paddle tail swimbait built around a thumping tail action that produces a tight, rhythmic thump on the retrieve — effective as a standalone swimbait on a jig head or weighted hook, and equally effective as a trailer on a swim jig, chatterbait, or umbrella rig. The 3.5" profile matches smaller baitfish and is ideal for finesse and pressured conditions where a larger swimbait profile gets ignored. 9 per pack in 6 colors.

Key Features

• Thumping Paddle Tail — Tight Rhythmic Action — The paddle tail produces a tight, thumping action on the retrieve that creates vibration and water displacement; the tail thumps rhythmically at a wide range of retrieve speeds, from a slow roll near the bottom to a faster mid-water retrieve; the tight thump is most effective for triggering reaction strikes from bass that are actively feeding on baitfish.
• 3.5" Compact Profile — Finesse & Pressured Conditions — The 3.5" size matches smaller shad, shiners, and baitfish profiles and is most effective when bass are keying on smaller forage or when a larger swimbait profile is getting ignored; compact enough for light jig heads (1/8–3/16 oz) and finesse swim jig applications.
• Versatile Trailer & Standalone Applications — Effective as a standalone swimbait on a jig head or weighted hook, and as a trailer on a swim jig, chatterbait, or umbrella rig; the paddle tail adds action to any moving bait application.
• 9 Per Pack — 6 Colors — Nine baits per pack across 6 colors spanning shad, bream, and natural baitfish patterns.

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Swim Jig Trailer — Primary Application — Thread the Little Dipper on the back of a swim jig for a full-profile baitfish presentation; the paddle tail adds a thumping action to the swim jig on the retrieve that complements the jig’s skirt movement; most effective on a steady retrieve through grass edges, laydowns, and open water.
• Chatterbait Trailer — Thread on the back of a chatterbait for a swimbait trailer that adds profile and paddle tail action to the blade’s vibration; the combination of the chatterbait’s blade thump and the Little Dipper’s paddle tail creates a highly effective baitfish presentation for reaction strikes.
• Umbrella Rig — Use as one of the trailer baits on an umbrella rig for a multi-bait schooling baitfish presentation; the 3.5" size is ideal for umbrella rig applications where a compact profile is needed.
• Standalone Swimbait — Jig Head — Thread on a 1/8–3/16 oz jig head and swim steadily for a compact baitfish imitation; most effective when bass are actively feeding on smaller baitfish near the surface or along grass edges; vary the retrieve speed to find the cadence that triggers strikes.

The Strike King KVD Caffeine Shad 5" brings something genuinely different to the soft jerkbait category: a unique bulbous tail that produces an action no other soft jerk bait can replicate. Twitch it weightless on the surface for a topwater bite, work it just subsurface for a subtle glide, or drop it on a Carolina rig or jighead to target deep water fish. The formula is built around a premium soft plastic blend that holds large amounts of salt while staying incredibly pliable — and the coffee scent masks human odors and oils, keeping fish on the bait longer and driving up hook-up rates. 8 per pack.

Key Features

• Unique bulbous tail — action never seen before in a soft jerkbait
• Coffee scent — masks human scent and oils, increases hold time and hook-ups
• Salt-loaded premium formula — stays soft while carrying maximum salt content
• Versatile presentation — weightless topwater, subsurface twitch, Carolina rig, or jighead
• 5-inch profile — matches larger shad forage for big-fish applications
• 6 proven color patterns — 8 per pack

Specifications

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

Jigs are not all the same and the Bass Patrol Football Jigs are in a class of their own.  They have a japanese style head and each one is hand tied for longevity and durability.  The premium skirts and Gamakatsu hooks put this little baby up an a very tall pedestal.  

The low price of these jigs does not represent the quality and you can loose them without throwing a temper tantrum.  

Jigs are not all the same and the Bass Patrol Football Jigs are in a class of their own. They have a japanese style head and each one is hand tied for longevity and durability. The premium skirts and Gamakatsu hooks put this little baby up an a very tall pedestal.  

The low price of these jigs does not represent the quality and you can loose them without throwing a temper tantrum.  

5/0 Black Nickel Hook