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The Owner Ultrahead Shaky Head offers anglers the patented TwistLOCK "Centering-Pin-Spring" (CPS) technology. This feature can be used to anchor finesse baits of small diameters, as the pin can be inserted in the nose of the soft plastic and secured to the TwistLOCK coil spring for consistent rigging.

Ideal for weedless-style Texas Rig'n, and on the bottom, contoured jig head "rocks" forward to present baits in a tantalizing nose-down position. Round bend, light wire hook has a 45° cross eye, Super Needle Point, and a Black Chrome finish.

Key Features:

• TwistLOCK CPS Technology: Patented Centering-Pin-Spring
• Consistent Rigging: Pin and coil spring system
• Contoured Jig Head: Rocks forward on bottom
• Nose-Down Position: Tantalizing presentation
• 45° Cross Eye: Optimal rigging angle
• Super Needle Point: Razor sharp hook
• Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistant

Performance Advantages:

• Patented CPS: Anchors finesse baits securely
• Weedless Style: Texas Rig'n capability
• Rocks Forward: Tantalizing nose-down action
• Consistent Rigging: Pin and spring system
• Light Wire Hook: Round bend design
• Finesse Specialist: For small diameter baits

Ideal Applications:

• Shaky head fishing
• Finesse fishing
• Weedless Texas Rig'n
• Bottom fishing
• Bass fishing
• Largemouth bass
• Any finesse application

Recommended Baits:

• Finesse worms
• Small diameter soft plastics
• Finesse baits
• Stick baits
• Any finesse soft plastic

When you need shaky head jigs with patented TwistLOCK CPS technology for consistent rigging, contoured jig head that rocks forward for tantalizing nose-down presentation, 45° cross eye, Super Needle Point, light wire round bend hook, and Black Chrome finish for finesse fishing with small diameter baits for bass, the Owner Ultrahead Shaky Head is the choice of serious finesse anglers.

Note: 4 per pack. Patented TwistLOCK Centering-Pin-Spring (CPS) technology. Contoured jig head rocks forward for nose-down position. Ideal for weedless-style Texas Rig'n.

The Owner Ringed Gorilla Hooks are the standard for saltwater fishing. Gorilla hooks are great live-bait hooks for saltwater fishing and feature heavy duty, 3X strong forged shank, super sharp Cutting Point, and corrosion resistant Black Chrome finish.

Ideal for rigging squid, mackerel, and other large baits.

Key Features:

• Ringed Eye: Welded ring for maximum strength
• 3X Strong Forged Shank: Heavy duty construction
• Cutting Point: Super sharp for instant penetration
• Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistant
• Gorilla Design: Standard for saltwater fishing
• Owner Quality: Premium construction
• Heavy Duty: Built for big fish

Performance Advantages:

• Saltwater Standard: Industry standard for saltwater
• 3X Strong: Handles big game fish
• Super Sharp: Cutting Point for hooksets
• Corrosion Resistant: Black Chrome for saltwater
• Ringed Strength: Welded ring for maximum power
• Live Bait Specialist: Great for live bait fishing

Ideal Applications:

• Saltwater live bait fishing
• Big game fishing
• Rigging squid
• Rigging mackerel
• Large bait presentations
• Yellowtail fishing
• Tuna fishing

Recommended Baits:

• Squid
• Mackerel
• Large live baits
• Cut bait
• Chunk bait

When you need ringed hooks with 3X strong forged shank, super sharp Cutting Point, Black Chrome finish, and heavy duty construction for saltwater live bait fishing with squid, mackerel, and large baits for yellowtail and tuna, the Owner Ringed Gorilla Hooks are the standard for saltwater fishing.

Note: The standard for saltwater fishing. 3X strong forged shank with Cutting Point. Ideal for rigging squid, mackerel, and other large baits.

The Owner Barbless No Escape is a factory barbless hook that complies with all barbless regulations. Very similar to Owner's SSW design, but incorporates a "V" bend deep in the gap and an elongated point to encourage hooked fish to remain hooked in that deep throat. A slightly up eye allows the hook to be threaded through bait with minimal damage. Features include forged shank, Super Needle Point, and Black Chrome finish.

Key Features:

• Factory Barbless Design: Complies with all barbless regulations
• "V" Bend in Gap: Deep bend encourages fish to stay hooked
• Elongated Point: Promotes deep throat hookups
• Slightly Up Eye: Thread through bait with minimal damage
• Forged Shank: Added strength without excess weight
• Super Needle Point: Razor-sharp for instant penetration
• Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistance and sleek appearance

Performance Advantages:

• Regulation Compliant: Factory barbless for all barbless waters
• No Escape Design: "V" bend and elongated point keep fish hooked
• Deep Throat Hookups: Encourages fish to remain hooked securely
• Minimal Bait Damage: Slightly up eye for easy threading
• Superior Penetration: Super Needle Point for instant hooksets
• Enhanced Strength: Forged shank for fighting fish

Ideal Applications:

• Barbless regulation waters
• Catch and release fishing
• Live bait presentations
• Freshwater fishing for trout, bass, and other species
• Situations requiring barbless hooks
• Waters with mandatory barbless requirements

Recommended Baits:

• Live bait (worms, minnows)
• Cut bait
• Soft plastics
• Natural baits

When you need factory barbless hooks with "V" bend in gap, elongated point, slightly up eye, forged shank, Super Needle Point, and Black Chrome finish that comply with all barbless regulations while keeping fish hooked, the Owner Barbless No Escape Hooks are the choice of serious anglers fishing barbless waters.

Note: Similar to Owner's SSW design but with unique "V" bend and elongated point to encourage hooked fish to remain hooked in deep throat.

The Owner Feathered Trailer Hooks are known fish stimulators that give more natural action to topwaters, rip-baits, jerkbaits, and crankbaits. These trailers are tied on premium Owner Hooks with the exclusive Black Chrome finish. The hooks have a touch of metallic flash in them to really attract attention. The feathers are securely tied and glued in place so they won't fall apart on you after hooking a few fish.

When you are fishing a hard bait, a stop-and-go retrieve is often the most effective technique. After the bait stops, the feather will continue to wave enticingly even though the bait is motionless. Try the Owner Tournament Feathered Trailers on your next crankbait when the bite is tough—they will make a difference.

Key Features:

• Feathered Design: Fish stimulator for natural action
• Premium Owner Hooks: Quality construction
• Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistance
• Metallic Flash: Touch of flash to attract attention
• Securely Tied: Feathers glued in place
• Durable Construction: Won't fall apart after multiple fish
• 2 Per Pack: Ready for multiple lures

Performance Advantages:

• Natural Action: Feathers give lifelike movement
• Continues to Wave: Even when bait is motionless
• Fish Stimulator: Attracts attention and triggers strikes
• Metallic Flash: Added attraction for fish
• Stop-and-Go Effectiveness: Perfect for pause retrieve
• Tough Bite Solution: Makes a difference when fishing is slow

Ideal Applications:

• Topwater lures
• Rip-baits
• Jerkbaits
• Crankbaits
• Stop-and-go retrieve
• Tough bite conditions
• Any hard bait application

Recommended Lures:

• Topwaters
• Rip-baits
• Jerkbaits
• Crankbaits
• Hard baits

When you need feathered trailer hooks with fish-stimulating action, premium Owner Hooks with Black Chrome finish, metallic flash, securely tied feathers, and natural waving action for topwaters, rip-baits, jerkbaits, and crankbaits, the Owner Feathered Trailer Hooks are the choice of serious hard bait anglers.

Note: 2 per pack. Feathers continue to wave enticingly even when bait is motionless. Securely tied and glued in place. Perfect for stop-and-go retrieve and tough bite conditions.

Billfisher Aluminum Single Sleeve. Highest quality soft aluminum sleeves that work great with monofilament or fluorocarbon.  When crimping, make sure not to get close to the ends of each sleeve or it may cut into your line when fighting the fish.

Need chaffing tubes, click here.

The Lead Masters Swimbait Head in Red is the red version of the Lead Masters Swimbait Head, featuring a red powder coat finish that works as both a deep water color-absorption trigger and a shallow water attractor color. In deeper water (below 15–20 ft), red wavelengths are absorbed by the water column and the red head takes on a dark, high-contrast silhouette appearance — a proven trigger for Rockfish and other bottom species that key on dark-profiled prey. In shallow water, the red head mimics the color of crustaceans and wounded baitfish, triggering strikes from Calico Bass, surf species, and inshore predators. Features Mustad hooks and a durable powder coat finish. Hook size scales with weight across 8 sizes from 1/4 oz to 3 oz. 2 per pack.

Key Features

• Red Powder Coat — Deep Water Absorption & Shallow Water Attractor — Red is one of the most versatile jig head colors across depth ranges; in shallow water (0–15 ft), the red head is a proven attractor color that mimics crustaceans and wounded baitfish, triggering strikes from Calico Bass, surf species, and inshore predators; in deeper water (below 15–20 ft), red wavelengths are absorbed by the water column and the red head takes on a dark, high-contrast silhouette appearance that is highly visible to bottom-feeding Rockfish and other deep water species that key on dark-profiled prey.
• Mustad Hooks — Trusted Hook Quality — Mustad is one of the most recognized and trusted hook manufacturers in fishing; Mustad hooks provide consistent point sharpness, hook gap geometry, and wire strength for reliable hooksets on swimbait presentations across freshwater and saltwater species.
• Hook Size Matched to Weight — Hook size scales with jig weight across the full range: 2/0 for the 1/4–3/8 oz, 3/0 for the 1/2 oz, 4/0 for the 3/4–1 oz, and 6/0 for the 1.5–3 oz; matching hook size to swimbait size ensures the hook point exits at the correct position in the bait for a reliable hookset.
• Wide Weight Range — 1/4 oz to 3 oz — Eight weight options from 1/4 oz to 3 oz cover a wide range of depth, current, and swimbait size requirements; lighter weights (1/4–3/8 oz) for shallow inshore presentations, mid weights (1/2–3/4 oz) for versatile inshore applications, and heavier weights (1–3 oz) for deeper water, stronger current, and larger swimbaits.
• 2 Per Pack — Two jig heads per pack across all sizes.

Size Selection Guide

Best For

• Rockfish — Deep Water Red Silhouette — The red head is particularly effective for Rockfish in deeper water where red wavelength absorption creates a dark, high-contrast silhouette; use heavier weights (1–3 oz) for getting the swimbait down to depth in rockfish territory; the red silhouette effect is most pronounced below 20 ft where red light is fully absorbed and the head appears as a dark, high-contrast profile against the water column.
• Calico Bass — Crustacean & Wounded Baitfish Trigger — In shallow water, the red head mimics the color of crustaceans and wounded baitfish that Calico Bass key on around kelp and structure; lighter weights (1/4–1/2 oz) for shallow Calico Bass presentations with small to mid-size swimbaits; the red head is a proven Calico Bass trigger color in both clear and stained water conditions.
• Surf Fishing — Heavier weights (1–3 oz) for surf fishing with large paddle tail swimbaits; the red head is effective for Barred Surfperch, Corbina, and other surf species that key on crustacean-colored presentations in the surf zone.
• Versatile Depth Range — The dual-action red head — attractor in shallow water, silhouette trigger in deep water — makes it one of the most versatile colors in the swimbait head lineup; effective from the surface to deep water without needing to change head color as depth increases.

The Billfisher Krok stainless ball bearing swivel has actual ball bearings in the swivel which allows it to rotate easily, eliminating line twist.  The high grade stainless steel is extremely rust resistant and strong for their size.  The rings are welded so they are tough as nails.

Quantity 2 per pack

Kevin VanDam built his career on shallow water power fishing, and the Strike King KVD 2.5 Squarebill is the crankbait he designed to do it. The square bill deflects off wood, rock, and cover instead of hanging up — triggering reaction strikes from bass that are sitting tight to structure. A unique wandering action keeps the bait moving erratically even on a steady retrieve, and the silent, rattle-free design gives you a stealthy edge in pressured or clear water. At 2.75 inches and 5/8 oz, it's built to cover the 3–6 foot zone faster and more effectively than anything else in the box.

Key Features

• Square bill design — deflects off cover to trigger reaction strikes
• Erratic wandering action — unpredictable movement that bass can't track
• Silent (no internal rattles) — stealthy approach for pressured or clear water
• Designed by Kevin VanDam — BassMaster Classic Champion
• Dives 3–6 feet — ideal for shallow flats, laydowns, docks, and riprap
• Available in 18 proven color patterns

Specifications

Spike-It Scent Pens allows you quickly customize your bait's color without affecting the bait's natural scent. Spike-It™ Scented Markers quickly change the color of any soft plastic lure to meet challenging water conditions or fish patterns. Scented Markers offer the luxury of long-lasting scent and color change with the simplicity of a marker, making lure alterations easier than ever. 

Spike it increases your bait's overall effectiveness by allowing you to instantly change its color to match the conditions.

1 Pen per single pack

2 Pen per dual pack

4 Pens per multi-pack

The Owner Offshore Bait Hooks are saltwater fishing hooks that are known for their curved blade-like, sticky-sharp offset point. They are made with XX strong heavy gauge wire and feature a Super Needle Point design for extra strength. The hooks are available in sizes 8/0 to 12/0 without rings.

Owner Offshore Hooks make fantastic bait hooks, featuring a totally unique offset, super-sharp forged point for instant sticking. XX strong and corrosion resistant Black Chrome finish round out the Offshore Hooks.

Key Features:

• Curved Blade-Like Point: Sticky-sharp offset design
• XX Strong Wire: Heavy gauge construction
• Super Needle Point: Extra strength and sharpness
• Forged Point: Instant sticking power
• Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistant
• Unique Offset: Totally unique design
• Owner Quality: Premium saltwater construction

Performance Advantages:

• Sticky-Sharp: Curved blade-like point for instant sticking
• XX Strong: Heavy gauge for big game fish
• Super Sharp: Super Needle Point for penetration
• Forged Strength: Extra strength for offshore fishing
• Corrosion Resistant: Black Chrome for saltwater
• Fantastic Bait Hooks: Designed for offshore bait fishing

Ideal Applications:

• Offshore bait fishing
• Big game saltwater fishing
• Tuna fishing
• Large bait presentations
• Heavy tackle fishing
• Deep sea fishing
• Any offshore application

Available Sizes:

• 8/0 (without ring)
• 9/0 (without ring)
• 10/0 (without ring)
• 11/0 (without ring)
• 12/0 (without ring)

When you need offshore bait hooks with curved blade-like sticky-sharp offset point, XX strong heavy gauge wire, Super Needle Point, forged point for instant sticking, and Black Chrome finish for big game saltwater and tuna fishing, the Owner Offshore Bait Hooks are the choice of serious offshore anglers.

Note: Known for curved blade-like, sticky-sharp offset point. XX strong heavy gauge wire with Super Needle Point. Available in sizes 8/0 to 12/0 without rings.

Nako Tungsten Flipping Weights are premium, eco-friendly fishing weights designed for flipping, pitching, and punching rigs, particularly for bass fishing. Below is a detailed overview based on available information:

• Material and Sensitivity: Constructed from 97% pure tungsten, these weights are denser than lead, offering 200% greater sensitivity for detecting underwater structures and bites. Their compact size (40% smaller than lead equivalents) enhances stealth and penetration through heavy cover like vegetation.
• Design Features:
  • Insert-Free: Diamond-polished interior prevents line damage, even with fluorocarbon, braided, or monofilament lines.
  • No-Chip/No-Fade Coating: A special solvent-treated finish ensures durability, resisting chipping even after heavy use or impact (e.g., thrown against concrete).
  • Size Markings: Weights are stamped with their size (e.g., 1/16 oz to 2 oz) for easy identification, a feature anglers highly value.
  • Colors: Available in no-chip black, green pumpkin, coral red, and silver, with black being the most common.
• Eco-Friendly: Made without lead, these weights are non-toxic, safer for fish, water, and anglers, aligning with Nako’s lead-free initiative.
  • Applications: Designed for flipping, pitching, and punching through thick cover, these weights excel in heavy vegetation or around docks and rocks. Their tapered shape aids in slipping through cover to target fish in tough spots. Suitable for Texas and Carolina rigs.
  • Durability and Performance: Reviews highlight their robustness, with no paint chipping or line fraying even after rigorous use (e.g., fishing in rocks or docks). They’ve been tested for accuracy, with weights being “dead-balls-on true.”

Premium Short Profile Jigs with Live Bait Action

The Major Craft JigPara Short Live Bait delivers premium short profile performance designed for anglers who demand realistic live bait action. Built with compact short design and lifelike swimming action, these jigs provide exceptional realism, natural presentation, and versatile performance for targeting a wide variety of species in both freshwater and saltwater applications. The JigPara Short Live Bait represents Major Craft's commitment to creating quality realistic jigging lures.

Advanced Short Live Bait Design

• Short Profile: Compact design mimics natural baitfish for realistic presentation
• Live Bait Action: Optimized design creates lifelike swimming and fluttering action
• Natural Movement: Short profile provides erratic action that triggers strikes
• Balanced Design: Carefully engineered weight distribution provides ideal action
• Versatile Weight Range: Available in multiple weights for various depths and conditions

Premium Construction Features

• Quality Materials: Durable construction withstands repeated use
• Realistic Finishes: Lifelike baitfish patterns and reflective finishes create fish-attracting flash
• Sharp Hooks: Quality single assist hook near head
• Corrosion Resistant: Built for both freshwater and saltwater use
• Proven Design: Time-tested short profile triggers strikes from aggressive fish

Versatile Live Bait Jigging Applications

The JigPara Short Live Bait excels across versatile jigging applications. Perfect for inshore saltwater species like speckled trout and redfish, freshwater bass and walleye with realistic presentations, vertical jigging for various species, casting to schooling fish, or any situation where live bait action is critical. The short profile and lifelike action provide natural baitfish presentation that triggers strikes from aggressive fish while the compact design allows effective jigging in various conditions.

Key Features

Major Craft Quality

Major Craft has been creating quality fishing products for serious anglers, and the JigPara Short Live Bait continues this tradition with realistic live bait design and quality construction. Every jig is manufactured to exacting standards to ensure consistent performance. From weekend anglers to serious fishing enthusiasts, the JigPara Short Live Bait delivers the realistic performance that anglers demand.

Experience the premium live bait jigging performance that serious anglers trust. The Major Craft JigPara Short Live Bait isn't just a jig—it's a precision tool built for realistic fishing success.

Catch more fish with Major Craft JigPara Short Live Bait—where short profile meets live bait action.

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

Rapala X-Rap Magnum 15 — Versatile Depth, Relentless Action

When you need a lure that gets down fast and triggers strikes from a wide variety of species, the Rapala X-Rap Magnum 15 (XRMAG-15) is your go-to. This premium saltwater trolling lure dives to 15 feet while maintaining a tight, lifelike swimming action at speeds up to 10 knots. Compact enough to target inshore and nearshore species, yet tough enough to handle whatever takes the bait — wahoo, dorado, yellowfin tuna, bonito, and more.

Key Features

• 15-foot dive depth — ideal for nearshore and mid-depth trolling
• Tank tested & swim-true certified — every lure approved by Rapala staff before it ships
• 4X strong VMC hooks — matched hardware eliminates weak points; don't swap them out
• Trolling speed range: up to 10 knots (optimal: 7–8 knots)
• Weight: 1⅛ oz | Length: 4¾"
• Available in 11 proven saltwater color patterns including UV and HD finishes

Pro Tips

The XRMAG-15's smaller profile pairs best with 40–50 lb line — lighter line allows the lure to swim and track better, maximizing its action. Trolling at 7–8 knots is the sweet spot. If hooks dull, sharpen them; if replacement is necessary, use VMC hooks matched to the original spec.

Specifications

The Rapala Crush City Mooch Minnow offers the ultimate combination of a minnow-style bait and swimbait, making it the go-to choice for anglers. With its ability to transition from a jig head to a drop shot rig, it can be used in multiple techniques to consistently attract bites. Proven to win tournaments, this versatile lure is a must-have for any fishing trip.

Features:

• 3 1/2" Body Length
• Super TPE material is extremely durable and allows bait to float
• Unique paddle tail design offers subtle swimming action
• Solid body for maximum durability
• Smart Injection Technology® combines custom combinations of color, flake, salt and scent that are added precisely where needed for the perfect presentation

Tournament-Grade Strength Meets Exceptional Handling Created for the discriminating salt and freshwater angler, Izorline Platinum is widely considered one of the toughest monofilament lines on the market. This advanced co-polymer line is engineered on laser-controlled extruders to be thinner and stronger, allowing you to pack more yardage onto your reel without sacrificing power.  

Whether you’re battling stubborn kelp-dwellers or casting in heavy freshwater cover, the Platinum series delivers high abrasion resistance and the low-stretch performance needed for a rock-solid hook set.  

Key Features:

• Superior Abrasion Resistance: Built to withstand rocky bottoms, structure, and toothy fish.

• Thin & Strong: Advanced co-polymer blend offers a smaller diameter than standard mono, giving you better line capacity.  

• Low Stretch: Provides increased sensitivity and more powerful hook sets compared to traditional monofilament.  

• Exceptional Handling: Soft and supple enough for easy knot tying and smooth casting on both spinning and baitcasting reels.  

• Tournament Tested: Trusted by pros for its ultimate dependability and knot strength.

300yds per spool

Gamakatsu’s Finesse Wide Gap Hook is the perfect hook for wacky rigging for bass. It’s also a great hook for free drifting for salmon and steelhead with small baits.  

We find them great for wacky rigged Senkos or any sinking worm.

Quantity 6 per pack except 6/0 is 5 per pack.

The Zoom Baby Brush Hog 4" is the mid-size version of the legendary Brush Hog lineup — a 4-inch multi-appendage creature bait with flapping appendages, curly tails, and subtle legs that create lively movement on the fall and with even the slightest rod twitch. The 4-inch profile is the sweet spot of the Brush Hog family: versatile enough for Texas rigs, Carolina rigs, flipping setups, and jig trailers across a wide range of conditions, pressures, and water clarities. Made from Zoom’s soft, salty plastic that bass hold on to longer. 12 per pack in 12 colors.

Key Features

• 4" Mid-Size Profile — Versatile Sweet Spot — The Baby Brush Hog’s 4-inch size sits between the compact Tiny Brush Hog (3") and the big-bass full-size Brush Hog (6"); the 4" profile is the most versatile size in the lineup — large enough to draw strikes from big bass but compact enough to work in finesse situations, clear water, and when bass are keying on smaller forage; effective across the widest range of conditions of any size in the Brush Hog family.
• Multi-Appendage Action — Flapping Arms, Curly Tails & Subtle Legs — The flapping appendages, curly tails, and subtle legs move independently on the fall and during slow retrieves, producing lifelike action that mimics a fleeing crawfish or large insect; the multi-appendage profile displaces water from multiple directions, making the bait detectable to bass through their lateral line in both clear and stained water.
• Salty Zoom Plastic — Natural Feel, Longer Hold — Made from Zoom’s soft, salt-impregnated plastic; the salt taste triggers a natural hold response that keeps bass on the bait longer, giving you more time to detect the bite and set the hook through cover.
• Versatile Rig Compatibility — Effective on Texas rigs, Carolina rigs, flipping rigs, and as a jig trailer on flipping and casting jigs; the 4" profile fits a wide range of hook sizes and jig styles; also effective on a shaky head and drop shot for finesse applications.
• 12 Colors — 12 Per Pack — The widest color selection in the Brush Hog lineup with 12 colors; twelve baits per pack.

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Texas Rig — All-Around Application — The primary application; rig on a 3/0–4/0 wide gap hook with a 3/16–1/2 oz bullet weight and fish through cover; the multi-appendage action on the fall triggers strikes from bass holding tight to structure.
• Flipping & Pitching — Pitch into heavy cover on a flipping rig; the 4" profile is large enough to draw big bass out of cover while compact enough to work in tighter cover than the full-size 6" Brush Hog.
• Carolina Rig — Open Water & Transitions — Effective on a Carolina rig for covering open water, points, and transition areas; the multi-appendage action on a long leader produces a natural, drifting presentation that triggers strikes from roaming bass.
• Jig Trailer — Thread on the back of a flipping or casting jig for a full-profile craw presentation with active appendage action.

Why Buy the Yamamoto Psycho Dad?

The Yamamoto Psycho Dad was a top-secret weapon of the pros before it went public — developed by western tournament pro Bub Tosh, it's an ultra-deadly flip and punch bait that doubles as one of the most effective jig trailers in the Yamamoto lineup. What sets the Psycho Dad apart is its unique swimming claws that actually kick and swim as the bait falls, a built-in rattle slot in the head designed to hold the big DOA rattle, and a thick body section that grips the barb of a flipping hook or jig trailer hook securely. 5 per pack, 7 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A pro-designed flip, punch, and jig trailer creature bait with swimming claws that kick on the fall, a built-in DOA rattle slot for added noise, and a thick body for secure hook retention — delivering maximum action and sound in heavy cover where big bass are holding.

Problem It Solves

Standard creature baits either lack the claw action to trigger strikes in heavy cover or don't have a way to add sound without rigging a separate rattle. The Psycho Dad's swimming claws produce action on the fall without any angler input, and the built-in rattle slot lets you add the DOA rattle for maximum noise in stained or muddy water — all in a bait thick enough to stay on the hook through multiple fish and heavy cover.

Advantages

• ✅ Swimming claws — kick and swim on the fall without any angler input
• ✅ Built-in rattle slot — designed to hold the big DOA rattle for added noise in stained water
• ✅ Thick body section — grips the barb of a flipping hook or jig trailer hook securely
• ✅ Developed by western tournament pro Bub Tosh — proven in competition
• ✅ Versatile — flipping, punching, jig trailer
• ✅ 7 proven color options across natural and reaction shades
• ✅ 5 per pack
• ⚠️ 5 per pack — premium creature bait count; designed for heavy cover where bait durability matters

When to Choose It

Reach for the Psycho Dad when you're flipping and pitching into heavy cover and need a creature bait with maximum claw action on the fall, when you want to add rattle noise to your presentation in stained or muddy water, or when you need a jig trailer with swimming claw action that triggers strikes on every hop. It's the go-to when bass are buried deep in cover and need a bait that produces action and sound without any angler input.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Flipping & Pitching — Texas-rig on a 4/0–5/0 EWG or straight shank hook with a 1/2–3/4 oz bullet weight; the swimming claws kick on the fall and the thick body stays on the hook through multiple fish
• Punching — rig on a 4/0–5/0 straight shank hook with a 1–2 oz tungsten punch weight; the compact body punches through matted grass and the claws explode with action in the pocket below
• Jig Trailer — pin onto a flipping jig or football jig; the swimming claws add kicking action on every hop that complements the jig's movement and triggers strikes on the pause
• Rattle Presentation — insert a DOA rattle into the built-in rattle slot for added noise in stained or muddy water; the combination of swimming claws and rattle is especially effective in low-visibility conditions

Best Conditions

• Heavy grass, matted vegetation, and thick cover where punching is required
• Docks, laydowns, brush piles, and wood cover for flipping and pitching
• Stained to muddy water where the built-in rattle slot adds critical noise
• Warm water (summer and early fall) when bass are buried deep in heavy cover
• Pre-spawn and spawn when bass are holding tight to cover and structure

Best For

Key Features

• Swimming claws — kick and swim on the fall without any angler input
• Built-in rattle slot — designed to hold the big DOA rattle for added noise
• Thick body section — secure hook retention on flipping hooks and jig trailer hooks
• Developed by Bub Tosh — western tournament pro-proven design
• 7 proven color options
• 5 per pack

Models & Specs

Count: 5 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater | Target Species: Bass

Tackle Express Tips

1. Add the DOA rattle in stained water — The Psycho Dad's built-in rattle slot is one of its most underused features. Insert a big DOA rattle into the slot before rigging in stained or muddy water — the combination of swimming claw action and rattle noise is especially effective when bass are using sound to locate prey in low-visibility conditions.
2. Green Pumpkin Black Flake for most situations — Green Pumpkin Black Flake (#297) is your go-to in clear to lightly stained water. Switch to Okeechobee Craw (#962) for Florida-style fisheries with orange-tinted crawfish, and use Black & Blue w/ Blue Flake (#971) or Black & Red w/ Red Flake (#972) in dark or muddy water for maximum silhouette visibility.
3. Let the claws do the work — The Psycho Dad's swimming claws produce their best action 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 claws are kicking at full speed. If you don't get bit on the fall, hop it once or twice and let it fall again before moving to the next spot.

FAQ

Q: What rattle fits the Psycho Dad's built-in rattle slot?
A: The Psycho Dad's rattle slot is designed to hold the big DOA rattle. Insert it into the slot in the head of the bait before rigging — it stays in place during the cast and fall and adds significant noise that can be the difference-maker in stained or muddy water.

Q: What hook size works best for flipping the Psycho Dad?
A: A 4/0 or 5/0 EWG hook works best for Texas rig flipping and pitching. For punching through matted grass, use a 4/0 or 5/0 straight shank hook (Gamakatsu G-Finesse Heavy Cover or similar) with a 1.5–2 oz tungsten punch weight. The thick body section grips the hook barb securely through multiple fish and heavy cover.

Q: Is the Psycho Dad good as a jig trailer?
A: Yes — it's one of the most effective jig trailers in the Yamamoto lineup. The swimming claws add kicking action on every hop that complements the jig's movement and triggers strikes on the pause. Pin it onto a 3/8–1/2 oz flipping jig or football jig and the claws go to work on every retrieve.