Freshwater Bass Soft Plastics

The C3 Baits Jobu 4" is a precision-crafted finesse worm born from decades of experience on Southern California's most pressured bass fisheries. Created by John Petroski — a.k.a. Captain Castaic — the Jobu was designed specifically for the clear, heavily fished waters of Castaic Lake and the Clearwater reservoirs, where finesse presentation is the difference between a limit and a skunk. The result is a 4" worm with an unmatched level of detail, action, and versatility that produces bites when nothing else will.

Whether you're fishing a dropshot on a deep main lake point, dragging a Carolina rig along a rocky flat, or shaking a shaky head in the shallows, the Jobu delivers the subtle, lifelike action that triggers strikes from finicky bass. Its slender profile and soft, responsive material create a natural quiver on the fall and a seductive wiggle on the retrieve that pressured fish simply can't ignore.

Key Features

• 4" finesse profile — ideal size for pressured and clear water bass
• Exceptional material softness — lifelike action on the fall, shake, and drag
• Versatile presentation — excels on dropshot, Carolina rig, shaky head, and Neko rig
• Designed by Captain Castaic for hard-pressured Southern California waters
• Hologram and natural color options to match any water clarity or light condition
• Consistent quality and attention to detail in every pack

Specifications

Watch It In Action

The Roboworm Alive Shad is a 3 inch soft plastic jerkbait, perfect for dropshot rigs. In the world of finesse dropshot baits, the Alive Shad from Roboworm stands out as one of the top choices. Roboworm is known for their high-quality "hand poured by robot" soft plastics. With a realistic minnow or shad design and a variety of successful colors, the Alive Shad is a must-have for any angler.

The carefully crafted hand poured plastic offers unmatched movement compared to other injected baits. Once you try the Roboworm Alive Shad, you'll quickly become a believer.

Qty:  10 per pack

The Big Bait That Triggers Giant Bites

The Bottom Dweller Baits Shiner6 is a 6" slotted soft swimbait built to imitate the large baitfish that trophy bass and big predators key on. With a head wobble, full body roll, and a hard-thumping tail that tracks true at any speed, this is a rig-and-throw bait that does the work for you. If you're targeting quality fish over quantity, the Shiner6 belongs in your box.

Engineered for Big Bait, Big Fish Fishing

The Shiner6 is built around a slotted body design that allows it to be rigged weedless on a heavy swimbait hook with zero fuss. The extremely soft yet durable plastic gives it a lifelike flex and feel that fish don't want to let go of, while the body's action — head wobble, body roll, tail thump — works at slow crawls and faster retrieves alike. At approximately 2oz, it has the weight to cast on heavy gear and get down to where big fish live.

When Small Baits Stop Getting Big Bites

When pressured bass stop responding to finesse presentations and smaller swimbaits, it's time to upsize. The Shiner6's 6" profile triggers reaction strikes from fish that have seen every small bait in the box. Big bait, big profile, big fish — it's that simple.

Soft Enough to Feel Real. Tough Enough to Last.

Most soft swimbaits in this size range either feel too stiff to produce natural action or tear apart after a fish or two. The Shiner6 uses an extremely soft but durable plastic that survives the fight without losing its action. You get a bait that feels real on the bite and holds up through multiple fish.

The Right Pick If...

• You're targeting trophy largemouth, spotted bass, or other large predators
• You want a big bait that tracks true at all retrieve speeds
• You fish heavy swimbait setups with stout rods and 15–20lb fluorocarbon
• You need a weedless rig option in a large profile bait

Best Fishing Techniques

• Weedless rigging on a 6/0–8/0 heavy swimbait hook (Owner Beast Hook recommended)
• Slow-rolling near the bottom or along structure
• Open water mid-column swimming retrieve
• Big bait fishing around docks, points, and deep structure

Best Conditions

• Clear to lightly stained water where a large baitfish profile is visible
• Post-spawn and fall when bass are feeding on larger forage
• Pressured fisheries where smaller baits have stopped producing
• Freshwater lakes, reservoirs, and deep structure

Best For

• Species: Largemouth bass, spotted bass, striped bass, large predatory fish
• Techniques: Big bait swimbait fishing, weedless slow-roll, open water swimming
• Gear: 7'+ Heavy to Extra-Heavy rod, 15–20lb fluorocarbon, 6/0–8/0 hook

Key Features

• 6" slotted soft swimbait — weedless-ready design
• Head wobble, full body roll, and hard-thumping tail action
• Tracks true at all retrieve speeds
• Extremely soft yet durable plastic construction
• Approximately 2oz — built for heavy swimbait gear
• 1 bait per pack
• Available in Sexy Shad, Big Fish, and Mint Silver

Models & Specs

Length: 6"  |  Weight: ~2 oz  |  Slotted body design

Tackle Express Tips

• Go with the Owner Beast Hook 6/0–8/0. Bottom Dweller specifically recommends this hook for a reason — it's stout enough to handle the 2oz bait and strong enough to land big fish without straightening under pressure.
• Fish it slow. The Shiner6's action is most effective at a slow, deliberate retrieve. Let the tail thump do the work — resist the urge to speed up, especially in cold water.
• Match color to forage. Sexy Shad and Mint Silver shine in clear water; Big Fish is a go-to when bass are keying on larger, darker baitfish or in off-color conditions.

FAQ

What hook and line do you recommend for the Shiner6?
Bottom Dweller recommends the Owner Beast Hook in 6/0–8/0 paired with 15–20lb fluorocarbon line. The heavy hook handles the 2oz bait weight and the fluoro's low visibility keeps the presentation natural in clear water.

What rod should I use?
A 7'+ Heavy to Extra-Heavy rod is required for this bait. The 2oz weight demands a stout blank to load properly on the cast and set the hook effectively on big fish. A dedicated swimbait rod in the 7'6"–8' range is ideal.

How many baits come per pack?
The Shiner6 comes 1 bait per pack. At 6" and ~2oz, this is a premium big bait — each one is built to last through multiple fish thanks to the durable soft plastic construction.

The Megabass Hazedong Shad generates an enticing tail action that will have bass choking it deep into their throats. The Megabass Hazedong Shad features an super thin paddle tail that creates a vortex through the water with a tight back and forth motion. Large bubble eyes also provide an added element of realism for those weary bass.

Molded from Megabass’ exclusive Vios Mineral Plastic, the Megabass Hazedong Shad is extremely durable and can withstand repeated beatings from the biggest bass. Designed with a built-in hook pocket on the belly, the Megabass Hazedong Shad delivers an excellent hookup ratio whether it’s rigged on a jighead, weightless, or on a drop shot. 

3" (8cm) Qty 8 Per Pack

4.2" (11 cm) Qty 5 Per Pack

The Rapala Crush City The Mayor Swimbait is the all-season, all-water soft swimbait built to crush big bass. Dependable, adaptable, and versatile enough to leave tied on all day, The Mayor handles nearly any situation — from clear-water finesse to heavy cover. Belly and top hook slots keep the bait rigged straight and conceal the hook point, while the paddle tail delivers instant, subtle kicking action even at the slowest retrieve speeds and in the coldest water. Built with Rapala’s Smart Injection Technology™, each bait combines custom color, flake, salt, and scent precisely where it matters most.

Features

- Paddle tail with subtle kicking action at any retrieve speed
- Belly and top hook slots for straight rigging and hook concealment
- Rigs on a swimbait jig head, belly-weighted swimbait hook, or as a trailer
- Effective in cold water and slow presentations
- Smart Injection Technology™ — custom color, flake, salt & scent placement
- Available in 2 sizes and 12 colors

Specifications

Why Buy the Daiwa Yamamoto Neko Fat 5"?

The Daiwa Yamamoto Neko Fat 5" is the result of two legendary fishing brands combining their best — Daiwa's precision detailing and Yamamoto's legendary salt-impregnated soft plastic formula. The result is a thick-bodied, 5-inch Neko rig worm with a Senko-style body and a unique bulbous tail that produces a quivering, head-down action that bass simply can't resist. The nail weight in the nose gives you the ability to use heavier gear and reach fish in deeper water where weightless worms aren't practical. 10 per pack, 11 proven Yamamoto colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 5-inch thick-body Neko rig worm combining Yamamoto's salt-impregnated soft plastic with a Senko-style body and bulbous tail — the nail weight in the nose creates a head-down, quivering presentation that triggers strikes from finicky bass at any depth, making it more versatile than a standard weightless worm.

Problem It Solves

Standard weightless finesse worms can't reach fish in deeper water and require ultra-light gear that limits hookset power. The Neko Fat's thick body and nail weight setup lets you fish a finesse presentation on heavier gear, reach fish at depth, and still produce the subtle, quivering action that triggers strikes from finicky bass in clear water and pressured fisheries.

Advantages

• ✅ Thick Senko-style body — more bulk and presence than a standard Neko worm
• ✅ Bulbous tail — unique quivering action that differentiates it from standard stick baits
• ✅ Nail weight compatible — reach fish at depth on heavier gear
• ✅ Yamamoto salt-impregnated formula — natural feel, fish hold on longer
• ✅ Daiwa precision detailing — consistent quality and action
• ✅ 11 proven Yamamoto color options
• ✅ 10 per pack
• ⚠️ Thicker body requires a slightly larger O-ring for wacky rigging than a standard stick bait

When to Choose It

Reach for the Neko Fat when you need a finesse presentation that can reach fish deeper than 15 feet, when standard weightless worms aren't getting to the strike zone, or when you want the Neko rig's head-down quiver with more body bulk and presence than a standard finesse worm. It's equally effective on wacky rig for shallow presentations and on Neko rig for deep structure.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Neko Rig — insert a 1/32–1/16 oz nail weight into the nose; hook through the center with a #1 or #2 wacky hook; the head-down fall and quivering tail action triggers strikes on the drop and at rest on the bottom
• Wacky Rig — hook through the center with a #1/0 or #2/0 wacky hook; use an O-ring to extend bait life; the thick body produces a pronounced, symmetrical wiggle on the fall
• Drop Shot — nose-hook on a #1 or #2 hook, 12–24" above the weight; the bulbous tail quivers naturally in the strike zone
• Shaky Head — thread onto a 3/16–1/4 oz shaky head for a stand-up presentation on hard bottom; the thick body and bulbous tail quiver on the pause
• Weightless Texas Rig — rig on a 3/0–4/0 EWG hook for a slow-falling presentation through sparse cover

Best Conditions

• Clear water (visibility 2ft+) where a natural, subtle presentation is most effective
• Deep structure (15–40ft) on Neko rig where weightless worms can't reach
• Post-frontal high pressure and slow-bite days
• Docks, laydowns, and open water on wacky rig
• Year-round — especially effective in summer (deep Neko) and spring (shallow wacky)

Best For

Key Features

• 5" thick Senko-style body — more bulk and presence than a standard Neko worm
• Bulbous tail — unique quivering action on the fall and at rest
• Nail weight compatible — reach fish at depth on heavier gear
• Yamamoto salt-impregnated formula — natural feel, fish hold on longer
• Daiwa × Yamamoto collaboration — precision detailing meets legendary soft plastic
• 11 proven color options
• 10 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 5" | Count: 10 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater | Brand: Daiwa × Yamamoto

Tackle Express Tips

1. Start with a 1/32 oz nail weight — The Neko Fat's thick body is heavier than a standard finesse worm, so a 1/32 oz nail weight is usually enough for presentations up to 20ft. Move to a 1/16 oz nail weight for deeper water (20–40ft) or when you need a faster fall to stay in contact with the bait in current or wind.
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 Fading Watermelon (#194) in clear water with a natural bottom, and use Blue Pearl w/ Silver Flake (#031) when bass are keying on shad in open water.
3. Use an O-ring for wacky rigging — The Neko Fat's thicker body benefits from an O-ring on wacky rig to extend bait life and keep the hook centered. You'll get 3–5x more casts per worm and the action is identical. The thick body also produces a more pronounced, symmetrical wiggle than a standard stick bait on the fall.

FAQ

Q: What makes the Neko Fat different from a standard Neko worm?
A: The Neko Fat has a thicker, Senko-style body with a unique bulbous tail — giving it more bulk and a different action profile than a standard straight-tail Neko worm. The bulbous tail quivers distinctly on the fall and at rest, creating a different visual trigger that can outperform standard Neko worms when bass have seen a lot of finesse presentations.

Q: What nail weight size works best for the Neko Fat 5"?
A: A 1/32 oz nail weight works best for shallow to mid-depth presentations (under 20ft). Use a 1/16 oz for deeper water (20–40ft) or when you need a faster fall. Insert the nail weight into the nose (blunt end) of the worm for the best head-down fall angle.

Q: Is the Neko Fat good for wacky rigging?
A: Yes — the thick Senko-style body makes it an excellent wacky rig bait. Hook through the center with a #1/0 wacky hook and use an O-ring to extend bait life. The thick body produces a pronounced, symmetrical wiggle on the fall that's very similar to the original Yamamoto Senko on a wacky rig.

The Z-Man TRD TubeZ is a 2.75-inch finesse tube bait specifically designed for the Ned Rig technique. While most traditional tubes are hollow and sink flat, the TRD TubeZ is made from 10X Tough ElaZtech, which is naturally buoyant and causes the tentacles to stand up and dance off the bottom.

Key Features & Design

• Solid Nose Construction: Unlike standard hollow tubes, the TRD TubeZ features a solid head, making it easy to rig on a mushroom-style jighead without the bait tearing or sliding.

• Super-Soft Tentacles: The thin, round tentacles are highly reactive, moving with the slightest water current or rod tip twitch to mimic a small crawfish or prey fish.

• Salt-Impregnated: The body is loaded with salt to encourage fish to hold on longer, giving you more time to set the hook.

• Indestructible Material: The ElaZtech build is virtually impossible to tear, often lasting for dozens of catches per bait.

Why Buy the Yamamoto Double Tail Grub?

The Yamamoto Double Tail Grub is the go-to when you need more action, more bulk, and more disturbance than a single tail grub can deliver. Two curly tails working simultaneously create a larger disturbance that helps fish hone in on your bait from a distance — making it one of the most effective jig trailers, spider jig components, and spinnerbait trailers in the Yamamoto lineup. Add it to a Yamamoto Skirt to build your own custom spider jig color combination, or pin it onto a spinnerbait to slow your retrieve and add extra bulk and resistance. Available in 4" and 5" sizes, 20 per pack.

Main Use & Benefit

A dual curly tail grub available in 4" and 5" sizes that produces twice the disturbance and action of a single tail — ideal as a jig trailer, spider jig component, and spinnerbait trailer where extra bulk, resistance, and tail action trigger strikes that a single tail can't match.

Problem It Solves

A single tail grub adds action to a jig or spinnerbait, but sometimes you need more — more bulk to slow the fall, more disturbance to attract fish from a distance, and more tail action to trigger strikes on the pause. The Double Tail Grub's two curly tails deliver all three, making it the upgrade choice when a single tail isn't getting the job done.

Advantages

• ✅ Dual curly tails — twice the disturbance and action of a single tail grub
• ✅ Extra bulk and resistance — slows the fall and retrieve on jigs and spinnerbaits
• ✅ Spider jig compatible — pairs with Yamamoto Skirts for custom color combinations
• ✅ Yamamoto soft plastic formula — supple for great hook penetration, realistic feel
• ✅ Available in 4" and 5" sizes — choose based on jig size and target species
• ✅ Wide range of proven Yamamoto colors
• ✅ 20 per pack
• ⚠️ More bulk than a single tail — can overpower smaller jigs; best on 3/8 oz and larger

When to Choose It

Reach for the Double Tail Grub when you want to add more action, bulk, and disturbance to a jig or spinnerbait than a single tail can provide — especially when you need to slow your retrieve, when fish are keying on a larger profile, or when you want to build a custom spider jig with a Yamamoto Skirt. Choose the 4" for standard jig and spinnerbait applications, and the 5" when you want maximum bulk and a slower fall on larger jigs.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Jig Trailer — pin onto a 3/8–1/2 oz flipping jig, football jig, or swim jig; the dual tails add kicking action on every hop and a slower fall that triggers strikes on the pause
• Spider Jig — combine with a Yamamoto Skirt on a round head jig for a custom spider jig; the dual tails complement the skirt's action for a full, pulsing presentation
• Spinnerbait Trailer — pin onto a 3/8–1/2 oz spinnerbait to add bulk, resistance, and dual tail action that slows the retrieve and triggers strikes on the pause
• Buzzbait Trailer — pin onto a buzzbait for extra bulk and a kicking tail action that keeps fish committed on the bite
• Jighead — thread onto a 1/4–3/8 oz round jighead for a standalone swimming presentation with maximum tail action

Best Conditions

• Stained to murky water where extra disturbance helps fish locate the bait
• Heavy cover and structure where a slower fall triggers more strikes
• Warm water (summer and early fall) when bass are active and keying on larger profiles
• Year-round as a jig trailer — the dual tails produce action in any water temperature
• Any depth — equally effective shallow on spinnerbait and deep on football jig

Best For

Key Features

• Dual curly tails — twice the disturbance and action of a single tail grub
• Extra bulk and resistance — slows the fall and retrieve on jigs and spinnerbaits
• Spider jig compatible — pairs with Yamamoto Skirts for custom color combinations
• Yamamoto soft plastic formula — supple for great hook penetration, realistic feel
• Available in 4" and 5" sizes
• 20 per pack

Models & Specs

Sizes: 4" & 5" | Count: 20 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater

Tackle Express Tips

1. Match size to jig weight — Use the 4" Double Tail on jigs 3/8 oz and under for a balanced profile. Move to the 5" on 1/2 oz and larger jigs — the extra bulk and resistance of the 5" complements heavier jigs and produces a slower, more enticing fall on football jigs dragged over deep structure.
2. Build a spider jig with a Yamamoto Skirt — The Double Tail Grub is one of the best spider jig components available. Pair a Cinnamon w/ Black & Purple Flake 4" with a matching Yamamoto Skirt on a 3/8 oz round head jig for a custom color combination that's deadly for largemouth in heavy cover. The dual tails complement the skirt's pulsing action perfectly.
3. Slow down on the spinnerbait — The Double Tail Grub adds significant bulk and resistance 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, and the dual tails keep working even when the blade stops. If fish are short-striking, slow down before switching colors.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between the 4" and 5" Double Tail Grub?
A: The 4" is the standard size for most jig trailer and spinnerbait applications — it adds bulk and dual tail action without overpowering smaller jigs (3/8 oz and under). The 5" has more bulk and resistance, making it better for larger jigs (1/2 oz and up), football jig trailers on deep structure, and situations where you want maximum bulk and a slower fall.

Q: How do I build a spider jig with the Double Tail Grub?
A: Thread the Double Tail Grub onto a 3/8–1/2 oz round head jig, then slide a Yamamoto Skirt up the hook shank so it sits behind the jig head. The skirt's tentacles and the grub's dual tails work together to create a full, pulsing presentation. Match the grub color to the skirt color or go contrasting for a reaction color combination.

Q: Can the Double Tail Grub be fished solo on a jighead?
A: Yes — thread it onto a 1/4–3/8 oz round jighead for a standalone presentation with maximum tail action. The dual tails produce significantly more disturbance than a single tail grub on the same jighead, making it effective in stained water and when fish are keying on a larger, more active profile.

The Z-Man TRD CrawZ is an ultra-realistic, 2.5-inch crayfish imitation specifically engineered for finesse fishing and the popular Ned rig technique. Its standout feature is its extreme buoyancy, which causes the claws to float upward in a natural defensive posture whenever the bait is at rest on the bottom.

Key Features & Design

• 10X Tough ElaZtech Material: This proprietary material is not only highly buoyant but also incredibly durable, allowing anglers to catch dozens of fish on a single lure.

• Gliding Action: The bait features a tucked-under tail and a flat belly, which creates an enticing gliding motion as it falls through the water column.

• Realistic Details: It includes bulbous claws, small appendages, and a ribbed body to mimic the appearance and texture of a live crawfish or even a saltwater fiddler crab.

• Versatile Sizing: Each lure is 2.5 inches long and typically comes in packs of six.

The Megabass MagDraft Freestyle is the ultimate swimbait for big bass sessions. With a snub-nose design perfect for screw-lock hooks, a pre-cut belly and recessed top-groove, the FREESTYLE is built for easy big-game rigging for novices and experts alike.  

Preserving the hard-thumping tail action and deadly head-shake of the original, the freestyle brings a new bag of tricks to the MagDraft Freestyle proven performance.  

Select a weighted 6/0 or 8/0 screw-lock hook to target submerged vegetation where savvy monsters lie in wait along shade lines, grass lanes and isolated cover. Excellent for tule lines, laydowns, slow-rolling the depths and machine-gun skips to the darkest recesses of promising docks and overhangs. For extra appeal in open-water situations, try adding a blade for flash and increased drawing power over long-distance retrieves.  

Switch to a heavy jighead to crawl chunk-rock, curve-fall river ledges, and main lake drop-offs, and target new depths where the MagDraft Freestyle has yet to roam. Especially effective tracing bottom contours or bottom-bumping deeper ranges.  

Call upon the line-through rigging method to target open shallows and skip deep under overhangs.  

Savage Gear Pulse Tail Shiner LB Swimbaits are very realistic as close as you can get to fishing live bait. Based on a 3D scan of a real shiner, the Savage Gear Pulse Tail Shiner LB Swimbait is molded with an innovative split rear kicker tail, which generates a rhythmic thumping action at all speeds.

The. are designed with a “loosebody” for ease in changing out hooks and for better hook up ratio, which allows anglers to seamlessly thread a hook through the baits split belly, creating a truly weedless presentation.

Length: 4" 3/4oz,  5" 1 1/4oz

1 Rigged Swimbait

The Big Hammer Sledge Hammer is 9 inches of serious fish-catching plastic. A proven calico machine at the Southern California islands for years, its lifelike swimming action and durable construction make it a seek-and-destroy bait for big fish — in both salt and fresh water. It's also highly effective for lingcod, striped bass, largemouth, pike, and musky.

Key Features

• 9" profile — maximum presence for targeting trophy-class fish
• Lifelike swimming action — natural body roll and tail kick on the retrieve
• Durable construction — holds up through repeated strikes and aggressive fish
• 3 colors available — Red Calico Hunter, Fry, Toasted
• Pairs with War Bait Slayer Heads for a complete big-fish setup
• Sold individually

Color Note

In 2020, Toast was updated to Toasted — same proven color with the addition of a black tail for enhanced contrast and effectiveness.

Specs

The Z-Man DieZel MinnowZ is a highly durable paddle-tail swimbait designed for both freshwater and saltwater fishing. It is made from Z-Man's proprietary 10X Tough ElaZtech material, which makes it resistant to tearing and allows it to survive multiple strikes from toothy fish.

Key Features

• ElaZtech Durability: The material is incredibly soft yet nearly indestructible, often lasting through dozens of catches.

• Buoyancy: Unlike traditional plastics, ElaZtech is naturally buoyant, which allows the tail to float up when at rest, creating a more lifelike presentation.

• Weedless Design: It features a molded-in belly hook slot and a split dorsal fin to hide the hook point, making it easy to fish through heavy grass and cover.

• Versatile Sizes: Available in 4-inch, 5-inch, and 7-inch models to match various baitfish profiles.

The Basstrix DuraTrix 7" Jerk Minnow is built for anglers who target big fish and can't afford to lose them to a torn bait. Basstrix engineered the DuraTrix series with a proprietary soft plastic compound that outlasts standard jerkbaits through violent headshakes, multiple strikes, and aggressive hook sets — so you spend more time fishing and less time re-rigging.

The 7" profile mimics large forage like gizzard shad, hitch, and blueback herring. Its streamlined jerkbait shape produces an erratic, darting walk-the-dog action on a weighted or unweighted swimbait hook — triggering reaction strikes from pressured fish that have seen everything.

Key Features

• DuraTrix material — significantly tougher than standard soft plastics; survives multiple catches without losing flexibility
• Hyper-realistic finishes — hand-painted details and multi-layer scale patterns for unmatched realism in clear water
• Versatile rigging — weightless over vegetation, belly-weighted for deeper structure, or as a trailer on oversized scrounger heads
• Anatomical design — tapered body and lifelike eye placement create a natural silhouette that fools wary kicker fish
• 7" profile — ideal for largemouth bass, white seabass, pike, stripers, and other predatory species

Specs

The Basstrix Paddle Tail 3.5" Swimbait is the original hollow body swimbait — the bait that started a revolution. At 3.5 inches, it's the perfect match-the-hatch size for threadfin shad, smelt, and small minnows, making it a tournament staple across the country. The hollow body construction collapses on the strike for superior hook-up ratios, while the signature paddle tail delivers a high-frequency kick and subtle body roll that triggers bites even in high-pressure or clear water. Hand-painted with Basstrix's multi-dimensional finish, lifelike eyes, and holographic scale patterns — it looks as good as it fishes. 4 per pack.

Key Features

• Original hollow body design — collapses on the strike for superior hook-up ratios
• Signature paddle tail action — high-frequency kick and body roll that mimics fleeing baitfish
• Hand-painted multi-dimensional finish — lifelike eyes and holographic scale patterns
• Versatile rigging — weighted swimbait hook, ball-head jig, umbrella rig, or vibrating jig trailer
• Multi-species — proven on largemouth, smallmouth, spotted bass, and Calico bass
• 13 proven color patterns — 4 per pack

Specifications

The Z-Man Slim SwimZ 2.5" is a compact, highly versatile paddle-tail swimbait designed for both freshwater and saltwater finesse fishing. Its slender profile and unique tail design make it a go-to choice when gamefish are keyed in on small forage like glass minnows or fry.

Key Features

• 10X Tough ElaZtech: Made from Z-Man's proprietary material, these baits are extremely durable and resist nicks or tears from toothy fish.

• Curved Paddle Tail: This design provides a tight, high-frequency vibration even at slow retrieve speeds, mimicking the natural movement of small baitfish.

• Natural Buoyancy: The material allows the bait to float, which creates a tail-up posture when paused on the bottom—a natural defensive or feeding look that triggers strikes.

• Packaging: These are typically sold in 8-packs.

The Japanese made Fish Arrow Flash J Shad is a finesse bait in a category of its' own.  The sleek paddle tail design with a foil insert gives this bait a lifelike appearance that fools fish into sucking this bait down.  It has realistic eyes, detailed fish scale pattern, thin rear section for increased tail vibration, and a foil insert for a 3D effect.  There are many great colors to choose from to match the forage in your area.

8 per pack

The Rapala Crush City Freeloader is the ultimate trailer bait — built to ride behind your spinnerbait, vibrating jig, or scrounger and add irresistible tail-kicking action that triggers reaction strikes. Belly and top hook slots keep the bait rigged straight and conceal the hook point for a cleaner presentation. Versatile enough to fish on a nose hook, weightless Texas rig, belly-weighted hook, or as a soft plastic jerkbait with a shimmying fall. Built with Rapala’s Smart Injection Technology™, each bait delivers a custom combination of color, flake, salt, and scent precisely where it matters most.

Features

- Enticing tail-kicking trailer action
- Belly and top hook slots for straight rigging and hook concealment
- Versatile rigging: nose hook, weightless Texas rig, belly-weighted hook, or soft plastic jerkbait
- Shimmying fall on a jerkbait rig
- Smart Injection Technology™ — custom color, flake, salt & scent placement
- Available in 11 colors

Specifications

Berkley PowerBait Gilly Swimbait – 130mm

When you want to throw a bigger profile and target larger fish, the Berkley PowerBait Gilly Swimbait 130mm is the call. Designed by Bassmaster Classic Champion Mike Iaconelli with Japanese influence in both design and technique, the 130mm Gilly delivers an unbelievably natural presentation that coaxes bites even in ultra-clear, heavily pressured fisheries.

Rather than a traditional segmented body, the Gilly uses scale-shaped ribs in the tail section to produce an undeniably realistic baitfish movement. The larger 130mm profile pushes more water and gives bass a bigger target — ideal for targeting trophy fish or fishing in stained water where a bigger bait gets noticed faster.

Features

• 130mm profile — larger size for bigger fish and more water displacement
• Scale-rib tail design — realistic baitfish movement without traditional segmentation
• Hyper-realistic profile — effective even in ultra-clear, pressured fisheries
• Versatile rigging — weightless sideways hook, jighead, weighted swimbait hook, Texas rig, drop shot
• Pro-designed by Bassmaster Classic Champion Mike Iaconelli
• 2 per pack

Best For

• Techniques: Weightless, jighead, swimbait hook, Texas rig, drop shot
• Conditions: Clear to stained water, open water, year-round
• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass

The Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver is one of the most thoughtfully designed creature baits in bass fishing — every detail of the body, tail, and appendage system serves a specific purpose. Designed by owner and pro angler Andre Moore from years of on-the-water experience, the Sweet Beaver is tough and compact but moves a significant amount of water and produces action in almost any situation. 10 per pack in 13 colors, including Reaction Innovations’ signature two and three-color swirl patterns.

Key Features

• Forward-Facing Ribs — Pressure Waves & Natural Texture — The body of the Sweet Beaver features forward-facing ribs that create pressure waves as the bait moves through the water, letting bass detect the bait through their lateral line before they see it; the ribs also provide a textured surface that bass seem to hold on to longer when they inhale the bait, giving you more time to detect the bite and set the hook.
• Recessed Centerline — Better Hook Penetration — The centerline of the body is recessed to create a channel for the hook point, allowing the hook to penetrate more easily and cleanly on the hookset without having to push through the full thickness of the plastic; the thick nose section compensates by holding the hook securely without tearing on repeated fish.
• Splittable Beaver Tail — Single or Twin Tail Configuration — The long, flat beaver tail is textured on both the flat surfaces and along the edge for maximum water displacement; the tail is splittable down the center, allowing you to fish it as a single flat tail or split it for a twin-tail configuration that produces a different action and profile; the split tail creates two independently moving tails that flutter and kick on the fall and retrieve.
• 90-Degree Side Tails — Multi-Directional Action — Additional tails are positioned at 90 degrees to the beaver tail, producing fish-attracting movement regardless of which direction the bait is moved; the side tails kick and flutter on the fall, on the pause, and during the retrieve, ensuring the bait is always producing action.
• Two & Three-Color Swirl Patterns — Unique Visual Appeal — Reaction Innovations’ signature two and three-color injection shots produce swirl and two-tone patterns that are unlike standard single-color soft plastics; the color transitions and swirl patterns create a more realistic, visually complex bait that stands out from standard creature baits.
• 10 Per Pack — 13 Colors — Ten baits per pack across 13 colors.

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Texas Rig — Primary Application — Rig on a 3/0–4/0 wide gap hook with a bullet weight; the recessed centerline allows the hook to rig cleanly and the thick nose holds the hook without tearing through heavy cover; the forward-facing ribs, beaver tail, and 90-degree side tails all produce action on the fall that triggers strikes from bass holding tight to structure.
• Flipping & Pitching — Heavy Cover — The compact, tough body is designed for flipping and pitching into heavy cover; the bait is durable enough to withstand repeated pitches into laydowns, dock pilings, and matted vegetation without tearing; the multi-appendage action on the fall triggers strikes from bass holding tight in heavy cover.
• Jig Trailer — Thread on the back of a flipping or casting jig for a full-profile crawfish presentation; the splittable beaver tail and 90-degree side tails add significant action to the jig on the fall and during the retrieve.
• Carolina Rig — 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.

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