Freshwater Bass Soft Plastics

The Japanese made Fish Arrow Flash J Shad is a finesse bait in a category of its own.  The sleek pin tail design with a foil insert gives this bait a lifelike appearance that fools fish into biting.  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.

7 per pack

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

The Z-Man TRD GobyZ is an ultra-realistic, finesse swimbait designed to mimic small, bottom-dwelling forage like round gobies, sculpins, and darters. Measuring 2.4 inches, it is specifically sized for Ned Rig applications and provides a lifelike alternative to traditional finesse worms.

Key Performance Features

• 10X Tough ElaZtech: Constructed from Z-Man's proprietary superplastic, this bait is extremely durable and soft. It compresses easily for better hooksets while remaining tough enough to last through dozens of strikes.

• Natural Buoyancy: The ElaZtech material is naturally buoyant, causing the tail to float up at rest. This mimics a small baitfish feeding on the bottom and makes the lure highly visible to predators.

• Subtle Swimming Action: A rounded paddle tail delivers a fluid, low-frequency vibration. This action is effective at any retrieve speed, from a slow crawl to a steady swim.

• Anatomical Realism: The body features detailed 3D eyes, fins, and gill plates to fool fish in clear water environments where visual details matter.

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.

A finesse worm shouldn't mean giving up the body you need for a clean, secure rig. The Roboworm 4 1/2" Fat Worm gives you a compact straight-tail presentation with a thicker head and fuller body than the standard Straight Tail Worm. It's a practical choice when you want a small bass bait with more material around the hook, especially for a light Texas rig.

Picture working a rocky point after faster-moving baits stop producing: a short cast, a slow drag and a pause beside the next piece of cover. The Fat Worm keeps that presentation compact while offering a fuller silhouette. Roboworm's computer-guided pours deliver detailed, three-color patterns, and its Salt Release Technology releases salt when a fish bites, designed to encourage a longer hold. Each pack contains eight worms, made in the USA.

More Body Where Your Hook Needs It

The thicker head gives a Texas-rigged hook more plastic to hold than a slim finesse worm. Choose this profile when a slender worm is difficult to rig securely or you want a little more bulk without moving to a longer bait. Rig it straight so the body and tail can move naturally rather than twisting during the retrieve.

The trade-off is the fuller profile itself: when you want the slimmest possible presentation, the Roboworm 4 1/2" Straight Tail Worms are the better starting point. Neither shape replaces the other; they give you two different looks at the same length.

A Compact Pick for Slowing Down

Best for: largemouth and smallmouth bass, light Texas rigs around sparse cover, shaky-head presentations on rock and bottom transitions, and drop-shot fishing when you want a fuller worm profile. Start here when fishing pressure, clear water or reluctant fish make a deliberate approach more useful than a fast retrieve.

Use the 4 1/2-inch size when you want a short target without a thin body. If you want more length while keeping the Fat Worm shape, consider the Roboworm 6" Fat Worm. For covering large areas quickly or creating a strong swimming action, choose a different bait style rather than asking a straight-tail worm to do that job.

The Details Behind the Presentation

• Thicker head and body: a fuller alternative to Roboworm's standard Straight Tail profile.
• Compact 4 1/2-inch length: keeps the presentation small without giving up body thickness.
• Soft-plastic straight tail: suited to controlled shakes, slow drags and pauses.
• Computer-guided three-color pours: detailed color transitions and consistent patterns.
• Salt Release Technology: releases salt on the bite and is designed to encourage fish to hold the bait longer.
• Made in the USA: eight worms per pack.

Models & Specs

Work the Cover, Not Just the Retrieve

Light Texas rig: match your hook to the worm's body and leave enough hook gap for a clean hookset. Keep the worm straight, use a weedless presentation where needed and drag it slowly through sparse cover or along bottom edges.

Shaky head: thread the head on straight and select a jig head that holds the bait securely. Use short shakes followed by pauses around rock, points and changes in bottom composition.

Drop shot: try the Fat Worm when you want more body than a slim straight tail. Nose-hook it in open water or use a suitable weedless arrangement near cover. Adjust hook-to-weight spacing to the fish's position and use restrained movements.

For these presentations, match line strength and hook wire to the cover and your tackle. Start with enough weight to maintain control, then adjust for wind, depth and current rather than automatically choosing the heaviest rig.

Let Water Clarity Guide Your Color

Natural watermelon, shad and bluegill tones are useful starting points in clear water. Purple, oxblood and Morning Dawn shades offer a different look when fish ignore your first selection. Treat color as a variable to test alongside retrieve speed and location, not as a promise that one pattern will work everywhere.

Tackle Express Tips

• Check the head after a fish or snag. Re-rig if the hook opening has torn enough to let the worm slide or bunch.
• Pause beside cover instead of continuously dragging past it. Let the compact profile stay in the strike zone before moving again.
• Compare the Fat Worm with a slim Straight Tail at the same length before changing size. That helps you test profile without changing several variables at once.

Before You Rig One Up

How many Fat Worms come in a pack?
This 4 1/2-inch model contains eight worms per pack.

How is it different from the standard Straight Tail Worm?
The Fat Worm has a thicker head and fuller body. Choose it for more body around the hook and a bulkier profile at a compact length; choose the standard Straight Tail when you want a slimmer presentation.

Is the Fat Worm only for Texas rigs?
No. A light Texas rig is a useful starting point, but it also offers a fuller-profile option for shaky-head and drop-shot presentations. Match the hook and rigging style to the cover.

What does Salt Release Technology do?
Roboworm's system releases salt when a fish bites. It is designed to encourage fish to hold the bait longer, giving you more opportunity to detect the bite.

The Yamamoto 6" Senko Worm gives bass anglers a larger stickbait profile while retaining the simple presentation that makes a Senko useful. Fish it weightless around shallow cover, rig it wacky over open pockets, or add a Texas-rig weight when you need more depth control. Each package contains 5 baits in your selected color.

Why choose the 6-inch Senko?

• A step up in size: Choose this model when you want more length than the standard 5-inch bait without stepping up to the 7-inch version.
• Salt-impregnated soft plastic: The bait's body contributes to its weightless fall, with subtle movement as it sinks.
• Several rigging options: Switch between Texas and wacky presentations to suit cover and how you want the worm to move.

Specifications

Choosing a color and rig

Green Pumpkin Black Flake is a useful natural-color starting point. Consider Natural Shad when matching pale baitfish, or Black with Large Blue Flake when you want a darker profile. Let water clarity and local forage guide your choice; no color is best everywhere.

Use a Texas rig with the point protected when working through cover. Wacky rigging leaves both ends free to move but can expose the hook to snags. Match the hook gap to the thicker body and check your rod's lure rating for the complete rig. For a smaller presentation, compare the 5-inch Senko.

3 Tackle Express Tips

1. Give the first fall time. After the cast, let the worm sink before adding action. Watch for the line jumping or moving sideways, then take up slack before setting the hook.
2. Keep a Texas-rigged worm straight. Mark the hook exit point against the body before threading it. A bowed or twisted worm can spin instead of falling cleanly.
3. Check your wacky-ring fit. Choose a ring or sleeve sized for this larger body. It should hold securely without cutting deeply into the plastic; inspect it after each fish.

Frequently asked questions

How many 6-inch Senkos are in a pack?

Each package contains five 6-inch soft baits in the selected color.

Can I fish it without a sinker?

Yes. A weightless presentation lets the bait sink on its own. Add weight when wind, current, or depth makes that presentation difficult to control.

Does the larger size guarantee larger bass?

No. The 6-inch size changes the profile you offer. Fish response depends on conditions, forage, location, and presentation.

What hook size does it need?

Choose a hook for your rig and check the actual gap against the bait. The plastic must clear the point during the hookset; size numbers vary between hook designs.

The Keitech Shad Impact 3" is a streamlined soft jerkbait with a natural fish profile that attracts species in both fresh and saltwater. Coated in Keitech's strong squid scent, the Shad Impact glides and swoops through the water with the slightest twitch of the rod tip. On the pause, it falls slowly with a side-to-side wobble similar to a soft stick bait — a highly effective trigger for finicky fish. Also proven on drop shot and Keitech tungsten jig heads.

Key Features

• 10 per pack
• Squid scent infused — strong fish attraction
• Glide and wobble action — on the twitch and on the fall
• Effective techniques: twitch, drop shot, jig head
• Freshwater and saltwater proven
• 10 colors available — Gizzard Shad, Smallmouth Magic, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Sight Flash, Ayu, Bass Candy, Ghost Sunfish, Chart Back Pearl, Green Pumpkin Green & Purple Flake

The Zoom Super Fluke Jr 4" is the compact version of the legendary Super Fluke — a split-belly soft jerkbait that produces a dying baitfish action on the jerk-and-pause retrieve. The split belly design is the key: it allows the bait to be rigged weedless for fishing through cover, or threaded onto a darter head, jig head, or scrounger head for a fully exposed hook presentation. On a scrounger head, pop it or swim it subsurface when gamefish are feeding on baitfish. On a darter head, work it with sharp twitches and pauses for a darting, wounded baitfish action that triggers reaction strikes. 10 per pack in 8 colors.

Key Features

• Split Belly Design — Weedless or Exposed Hook Rigging — The split belly is the defining feature of the Super Fluke; the belly slot allows the bait to be rigged weedless with the hook point tucked into the split for fishing through grass, laydowns, and shallow cover without snagging; the same split belly also accepts a darter head, jig head, or scrounger head for a fully exposed hook presentation when fishing open water or around sparse cover.
• Dying Baitfish Action — Jerk-and-Pause Retrieve — The soft jerkbait profile produces a darting, wounded baitfish action on the jerk-and-pause retrieve; on the jerk, the bait darts and flashes to one side; on the pause, it glides and slowly sinks with a subtle shimmy that mimics a dying or disoriented baitfish; the pause is often when the strike occurs as bass commit to the bait on the fall.
• Scrounger Head — Subsurface Baitfish Presentation — Thread the Super Fluke Jr on a scrounger head and pop or swim it subsurface when gamefish are actively feeding on baitfish near the surface; the scrounger head’s bill produces a wobbling action that complements the Fluke’s soft body shimmy for a highly realistic baitfish presentation.
• 4" Compact Profile — 10 Per Pack — The 4" Jr size matches smaller baitfish profiles (shad, shiners, small perch) and is effective when bass are keying on smaller forage or when a more compact presentation is needed; 10 baits per pack.

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Weightless Weedless — Shallow Cover & Topwater — Rig weightless with the hook point tucked into the split belly and work through shallow grass, laydowns, and over submerged vegetation; the weightless Fluke sinks slowly on the pause, producing a gliding, dying baitfish action that triggers strikes from bass holding in shallow cover.
• Darter Head — Open Water Jerkbait — Thread on a 1/8–3/16 oz darter head for a subsurface jerkbait presentation in open water; work with sharp rod tip twitches and pauses; the darter head keeps the bait in the strike zone at a consistent depth while the Fluke’s body produces the darting, wounded baitfish action on each twitch.
• Scrounger Head — Schooling Bass & Surface Feeding — Thread on a scrounger head and swim or pop subsurface when bass are schooling and feeding on baitfish near the surface; the scrounger head’s wobbling action combined with the Fluke’s shimmy produces a highly effective baitfish imitation for schooling bass situations.
• Dock Skipping — The 4" compact profile and weightless rigging make the Super Fluke Jr ideal for skipping under docks and overhanging cover; the flat body skips easily across the surface and the slow sink on the pause triggers strikes from bass holding tight under dock structure.

When it's time to target trophy predators, the Z-Man StreakZ XL 8"is the ultimate 8-inch oversized soft plastic jerkbait. This full-bodied baitfish imitation is engineered for big-game applications, featuring a realistic split-tail design and intricate gill-plate detailing that produces a natural darting and gliding action on the retrieve. Its salt-impregnated construction adds critical weight for long-distance casting and increases the sink rate, making it perfect for both surface and deep-water presentations.

Constructed from Z-Man's legendary 10X Tough ElaZtech superplastic, the StreakZ is incredibly durable and naturally buoyant. This specialized material allows the bait to withstand repeated, aggressive strikes from toothy predators like musky, pike, stripers, and tuna without losing its lifelike flexibility. Whether you're vertical jigging offshore or working a weedless setup in heavy cover, this bait delivers a high-impact profile that triggers instinctive reaction strikes from the largest fish in the system.

Key Features:

• 10X Tough ElaZtech Construction: Delivers extreme durability that outlasts traditional soft baits, even when targeted by toothy predators.

• Salt-Impregnated Body: Increases weight for superior casting distance and ensures a faster sink rate for subsurface applications.

• Realistic Baitfish Action: Features a split-tail design and molded gill plates that create a natural, unpredictable darting motion.

• Maximum Versatility: Naturally buoyant and effective for topwater, midwater, or deepwater fishing across fresh and saltwater environments.

• Integrated Hook Slot: Designed with a specialized slot to facilitate easy weedless rigging in heavy vegetation or timber.

• Optimized Rigging: Pairs perfectly with heavy-duty hardware like 8/0 HeadlockZ jigheads or 10/0 ChinlockZ SWS weighted hooks.

• Target Species: A proven producer for Stripers, Snook, Cobia, Musky, Pike, Tuna, and monster Largemouth Bass.

The Japanese made Fish Arrow Flash J Shad is a finesse bait in a category of its' own.  The sleek pin tail design with a foil insert gives this bait a lifelike appearance that fools fish into biting.  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

Why Buy the Yamamoto 3.75" Shad Shape Worm?

The Yamamoto 3.75" Shad Shape Worm is a versatile finesse bait that combines the ribbed texture of a Senko with a realistic shad-like profile — a combination that was a proven fish-catcher in Japan long before its North American release. Its salt-impregnated body produces a smooth, natural fall rate that mimics small baitfish with uncanny realism, triggering strikes from finicky bass, smallmouth, largemouth, and walleye in clear water and high-pressure conditions. 10 per pack, 6 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 3.75-inch salt-impregnated shad-profile finesse bait with a ribbed Senko-style body — its smooth, natural fall rate and realistic baitfish silhouette trigger strikes on drop shot, darter head, shaky head, and fly-line presentations where standard finesse worms get ignored.

Problem It Solves

Standard finesse worms lack the baitfish profile needed to match the hatch in clear water where bass are keying on small shad and baitfish. The 3.75" Shad Shape Worm's shad silhouette and ribbed body produce a more realistic baitfish imitation than a straight-tail worm, while the salt-impregnated formula ensures a natural fall rate that keeps the bait in the strike zone longer.

Advantages

• ✅ Ribbed Senko-style body with shad profile — unique combination not found in standard finesse worms
• ✅ Salt-impregnated formula — smooth, natural fall rate; fish hold on longer
• ✅ Proven in Japan before North American release — tournament-tested design
• ✅ Versatile — drop shot, darter head, shaky head, fly-line, Neko rig
• ✅ Effective for bass, smallmouth, largemouth, and walleye
• ✅ 6 proven color options across natural and baitfish shades
• ✅ 10 per pack
• ⚠️ 3.75" profile — larger than the 3" Shad Shape Worm; choose based on forage size and water clarity

When to Choose It

Reach for the 3.75" Shad Shape Worm when bass are keying on medium-sized baitfish in clear water, when you need a finesse bait with more presence than the 3" but still want a natural, subtle presentation, or when drop shotting and darter heading in clear water and high-pressure fisheries. It's the go-to when a standard finesse worm isn't matching the forage and you need a more realistic baitfish profile.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Drop Shot — nose-hook on a #1 or #2 hook, 12–24" above the weight; the ribbed body and shad profile quiver and glide naturally in the strike zone; deadly on FFS targeting suspended fish
• Darter Head — thread onto a 1/16–1/8 oz darter head; the shad profile darts and glides on a twitching retrieve, mimicking a fleeing baitfish
• Shaky Head — thread onto a 3/16 oz shaky head for a stand-up presentation on hard bottom; the ribbed body quivers naturally on the pause
• Fly-Line (Mosquito Hook) — thread a #1 or #2 mosquito hook through the nose and twitch along the bottom on light fluorocarbon; the dying-baitfish action is irresistible in ultra-clear water
• Neko Rig — insert a 1/32 oz nail weight into the nose; the head-down fall and ribbed body quiver triggers strikes from finicky fish

Best Conditions

• Clear water (visibility 2ft+) where a realistic baitfish profile is critical
• Post-frontal high pressure and slow-bite days
• Heavily pressured tournament lakes and clear natural lakes
• Deep structure and suspended fish on drop shot and darter head
• Year-round — especially effective in summer and fall when bass are keying on medium-sized shad

Best For

Key Features

• 3.75" shad profile with ribbed Senko-style body — unique baitfish imitation not found in standard finesse worms
• Salt-impregnated formula — smooth, natural fall rate; fish hold on longer
• Proven in Japan — tournament-tested before North American release
• Versatile rigging — drop shot, darter head, shaky head, fly-line, Neko rig
• 6 proven color options
• 10 per pack

Tackle Express Tips

1. Natural Shad for clear water, Watermelon w/ Black & Red Flake for stained — Natural Shad (#306) is your go-to in ultra-clear water where a realistic forage match is critical. Switch to Watermelon w/ Black & Red Flake (#208) when water clarity drops slightly, and use Baby Bass (#305) when smallmouth are targeting juvenile bass in clear lakes and rivers.
2. Darter head for active fish, drop shot for finicky fish — When bass are actively feeding and chasing baitfish, the darter head presentation — twitching the bait to dart and glide — triggers reaction strikes. When fish are finicky and holding tight to structure, switch to a drop shot and let the bait hang in the strike zone with minimal movement.
3. Downsize to the 3" in ultra-clear water — The 3.75" is the go-to when you need more presence than the 3" Shad Shape Worm, but if bites slow in ultra-clear water or post-frontal conditions, downsize to the 3" before changing colors or techniques. The smaller profile often triggers strikes from fish that have seen the larger bait.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between the 3.75" and 3" Shad Shape Worm?
A: The 3.75" has a larger shad profile that's more visible and matches medium-sized baitfish — ideal when bass are keying on larger forage or when you need more presence in the water. The 3" is the ultra-finesse option for ultra-clear water and heavily pressured fish where a smaller, more compact profile gets more bites. Start with the 3.75" in most situations and downsize to the 3" when conditions are toughest.

Q: What hook size works best for drop shotting the 3.75" Shad Shape Worm?
A: A #1 Gamakatsu or Owner drop shot hook works best. Nose-hook the bait for a horizontal, gliding presentation, or hook through the mid-body for a more vertical, quivering action. The #1 gives you the right hook gap for the 3.75" body without overpowering the subtle action.

Q: Is the 3.75" Shad Shape Worm good for walleye?
A: Yes — the shad profile and natural fall rate make it an excellent walleye bait on a darter head or drop shot. Natural Shad (#306) and Smoke/Black w/ Silver Flake are top walleye color picks. Fish it on a slow, twitching retrieve over structure for best results.

When Bass Are Thinking Big

The SPRO Bronzeye King Daddy 90 Frog is built for one thing: trophy fish. At 1 oz and 90mm, this is the magnum version of the legendary Bronzeye series — same tournament-proven design, same Gamakatsu-grade hardware, just scaled up for the biggest bass in the lake. When the bite is big and the cover is thick, the King Daddy is the full meal deal.

Built for the Talica Series — Big Rods, Big Fish

The King Daddy's 1 oz weight loads heavy-action rods effortlessly, launching long casts over mats, pads, and open flats. It lands belly-down every time thanks to precision weighting, and the soft hollow body collapses on the hookset to expose the heavy-duty 6/0 Gamakatsu Double Frog Hooks — hooks built to handle the shock of a 5+ lb bass blowing up from below.

Why Smaller Frogs Miss the Mark

In post-spawn and late summer, big bass are keyed in on larger prey. A 65mm frog gets ignored while a 90mm profile triggers the reaction. The King Daddy fills that gap — big enough to draw out the fish that won't commit to a smaller bait, but still weedless and walkable through the nastiest cover on the lake.

Weedless. Walkable. Unstoppable.

The hooks ride point-up against the soft body, making the King Daddy virtually snag-free through lily pads, hydrilla mats, and emergent vegetation. Walk it, pop it, or dead-stick it over a pocket — the King Daddy does it all. And when a trophy bass commits, the hookup ratio is exceptional.

The Right Pick If...

• You're targeting trophy largemouth in heavy vegetation or slop
• You want a frog that casts farther and lands right every time
• Smaller frogs are getting ignored or short-struck
• You're fishing post-spawn or late summer when big bass want a big meal
• You need a lure that can handle a heavy-action baitcasting setup

Best Frog Fishing Techniques

• Walking the Dog: Rhythmic rod-tip twitches create a side-to-side walk — the King Daddy's weight makes this effortless
• Dead Sticking: Cast over a mat pocket and let it sit — big bass will come up for it
• Burning: Fast retrieve across open water to trigger reaction strikes from aggressive fish
• Popping: Short, sharp twitches to splash and pause over likely ambush points

Best Conditions

• Late summer and early fall when trophy bass are shallow and feeding heavily
• Post-spawn when big females are recovering on shallow flats
• Overcast days and low-light periods — early morning and late evening
• Heavy cover: lily pad mats, hydrilla, duckweed, and emergent grass
• Warm water temps above 65°F when topwater activity peaks

Best For

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

Key Features

• 1 oz weight — optimal for long-distance casting on heavy-action rods
• 90mm profile — magnum size that triggers big-fish strikes
• Precision belly-down weighting system
• Heavy-duty 6/0 Gamakatsu Double Frog Hooks
• Collapsible soft hollow body for maximum hookup ratio
• Weedless design — fishes through the nastiest cover
• 12 color patterns to match any water condition
• Fishes effectively in heavy cover and open water

Models & Colors

Tackle Express Tips

• Go Heavy on Everything: This is a 1 oz bait — use 65 lb braid minimum, a 7'6" heavy or extra-heavy baitcaster, and a high-speed reel (7:1+) to pick up line fast after the hookset.
• Dark Colors for Dark Water: In stained or murky water, Midnight Walker and Rainforest Black create the best silhouette. In clear water, try Natural Green or Albino.
• Wait for the Weight: With a big frog and a big bass, the strike can be explosive. Don't set the hook on the splash — wait until you feel the fish pulling before sweeping hard to the side.

FAQ

What rod and reel setup should I use with the King Daddy 90?
A heavy or extra-heavy 7'6" baitcasting rod paired with a high-speed reel (7:1 or faster) and 65 lb braided line is ideal. The 1 oz weight needs backbone to cast and power to pull fish from heavy cover.

Is the King Daddy 90 weedless?
Yes. The 6/0 Gamakatsu hooks ride point-up against the soft body, making it virtually snag-free through lily pads, hydrilla mats, and other dense vegetation.

How does the King Daddy 90 differ from the Bronzeye Frog 65?
The King Daddy is the magnum version — 90mm vs 65mm, and 1 oz vs 5/8 oz. It's designed to target trophy bass that want a bigger meal, and it pairs with heavier tackle for fishing the nastiest cover.

The Zoom Horny Toad 4.25" is one of the most iconic topwater soft plastics in bass fishing — a streamlined frog body with two hard-kicking paddle legs that churn water, create noise, and trigger explosive blowups on a steady retrieve. Buzz it across lily pads, grass mats, and shallow flats, and the kicking legs do the work. The slim, weedless-friendly body casts long distances and comes through heavy vegetation without hanging up. Rig it on a wide-gap hook and retrieve steadily for maximum leg kick, or let it flutter just below the surface on the pause. Available in 8 colors.

Key Features

• Hard-Kicking Paddle Legs — Explosive Topwater Action — The Horny Toad’s two paddle-style legs kick hard on a steady retrieve, churning water and creating surface commotion that mimics a fleeing frog or baitfish skittering across the surface; the kicking action generates vibration, splash, and noise that draws bass from a distance and triggers reaction strikes; the leg action is most pronounced at a moderate-to-fast steady retrieve speed where both legs are continuously kicking.
• Streamlined Body — Long Casts & Weedless Through Cover — The slim, streamlined body casts long distances for covering water on shallow flats and along vegetation edges; the weedless-friendly profile comes through lily pads, grass mats, and shallow cover without hanging up, allowing the bait to be fished through the heaviest topwater cover where bass are holding.
• Versatile Topwater Presentation — Buzz it across the surface on a steady retrieve for maximum leg kick and surface commotion; slow down and let it flutter just below the waterline on the pause for a subsurface presentation that triggers strikes from bass that follow but don’t commit on the surface; also effective as a swim jig trailer for a kicking-leg subsurface presentation.
• Durable Zoom Plastic — Built from Zoom’s durable yet flexible plastic that withstands repeated strikes and maintains the leg action through extended use.

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Lily Pads & Grass Mats — Topwater Cover Fishing — The primary application; buzz the Horny Toad across lily pad fields, grass mats, and shallow vegetation on a steady retrieve; the weedless body comes through cover without hanging up and the kicking legs create surface commotion that draws bass up through the vegetation for explosive blowups.
• Shallow Flats — Covering Water — The long-casting streamlined body covers shallow flats efficiently; effective for locating active bass on large shallow flats where covering water quickly is needed to find fish.
• Swim Jig Trailer — Subsurface Kicking Action — Thread the Horny Toad on the back of a swim jig for a subsurface kicking-leg presentation; the paddle legs produce the same kicking action below the surface that makes the Horny Toad effective on top, adding a unique action to the swim jig that a standard trailer cannot match.

The Keitech Shad Impact 4" features a natural fish shape that attracts fish in both fresh and saltwater. Coated in a strong squid scent for added attraction, its streamlined profile glides and swoops through the water with the slightest twitch of the rod tip. On the pause, it falls slowly with a side-to-side wobble similar to a soft stick bait. Proven techniques include drop shot and a Keitech tungsten jig head.

Key Features

• 8 per pack
• Natural fish profile — effective in fresh and saltwater
• Squid scent infused
• Gliding action — swoops and darts on the twitch
• Side-to-side wobble on the fall — similar to a soft stick bait
• Proven techniques: drop shot, Keitech tungsten jig head
• 9 colors available — Green Pumpkin Green & Purple Flake, Pro Blue Red Pearl, Electric Shad, Sight Flash, Smallmouth Magic, Gizzard Shad, Bass Candy, Ghost Sunfish, Chart Back Pearl

Available Sizes

The Keitech Glide Camaron 3.5" is a high-density back-sliding craw bait designed to deliver unique action with little to no input after the cast. Weighing nearly 3/8 oz., it casts into hard-to-reach areas and then back-slides significantly away from the angler on a slack line — keeping the bait in the strike zone longer than a conventional presentation. Every rod movement triggers continued back-slide action on the retrieve.

Also highly effective for bed fishing, allowing the angler to hold the bait in position while adding movement to trigger an aggressive response.

Key Features

• Length: 3.5"
• Weight: approx. 3/8 oz
• Pack quantity: 6 per pack
• Recommended hook: 3/0–4/0 wide-gap hook
• Back-slide action — moves away from the angler on slack line, stays in the strike zone longer
• 15 colors available — Rootbeer, Green Pumpkin PP, Watermelon Red Flake, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse, Okeechobee Craw, Black Blue Flake, Sight Flash, Goby, Pink Magic, Dark Goby, Bass Candy, Original Sexy Shad, G.P. w/ Green & Purple Flake, Black, Pearl

Rigging Enhancements

A deep slot on the top of the body aligns the hook perfectly to the point guard feature, keeping the hook point free of debris for improved hook-up efficiency.

Weight Tuning

The small hole on the bottom of the bait accepts additional weight for tuning the sink rate and action. Tungsten nail weights recommended.

The Reaction Innovations Smallie Beaver 3.5" is a compact soft plastic creature bait for bass anglers who want to downsize their presentation. Use it on a Texas rig or as a finesse jig trailer when a larger bait adds more bulk than you need. Each package contains 10 baits in your selected color.

Why choose the Smallie Beaver?

• Compact Beaver profile: A smaller alternative to the Sweet Beaver for a more restrained offering.
• Ribbed body: Adds texture to the bait's profile while its appendages move as you work the rig.
• Trailer versatility: Pair it with a suitably sized finesse jig, keeping the hook gap clear of excess plastic.

Specifications

Choose your rig and color

Start with a Texas rig when you want to protect the hook point around cover, or add the bait to a finesse jig for a skirted presentation. Reaction Innovations also identifies the Smallie Beaver as a compact punching option; that application requires tackle suited to the cover, not simply a small bait.

Watermelon/Red or Watermelon/Green Pumpkin offers a natural-color starting point. Hematoma is an option when you want a darker profile, while White Trash provides a light-colored alternative. Use water visibility and local forage to guide your choice, then adjust based on fish response.

3 Tackle Express Tips

1. Size the hook to the body. Check that the plastic can compress away from the point. An oversized hook can overwhelm this compact bait, while too little gap can hinder the hookset.
2. Match the trailer to the jig. Hold the bait alongside the hook before threading it. Keep it centered and straight so it follows the jig without twisting.
3. Change one variable at a time. If you downsize to the Smallie Beaver, keep your initial color and presentation similar. That makes it easier to judge whether the smaller profile is helping before changing weight or retrieve.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Smallie Beaver only for smallmouth bass?

No. It is also a downsizing option for largemouth bass when you want a compact creature bait.

How many baits are in a pack?

This listing contains 10 Smallie Beaver soft baits per package in the selected color.

Can I use it as a jig trailer?

Yes. The manufacturer recommends it as a finesse jig trailer. Choose a jig whose hook and keeper fit the smaller body.

What weight should I use for a Texas rig?

Use enough weight to reach and control the bait in your chosen cover. Depth, current, line, and vegetation affect the choice; there is no single weight for every situation.

Zoom The Fluke 4" is a proven soft jerkbait built for lead head and darter head rigging — and the key difference from the Super Fluke is the solid belly. The Super Fluke has a split belly for weedless rigging; The Fluke has no split, making it the purpose-built choice when you want a fully exposed hook on a lead head or darter head with a cleaner, more streamlined body profile. Every Zoom Fluke is realistic, super-soft to the touch, and salt-impregnated to hold even the most tentative bite. 10 per pack in 6 colors.

Key Features

• Solid Belly — Purpose-Built for Lead Head & Darter Head — Unlike the Super Fluke’s split belly design, The Fluke has a solid belly with no split; the solid belly provides a cleaner, more streamlined body profile on a lead head or darter head, and eliminates the gap that a split belly creates when threaded onto a jig head; the result is a more natural baitfish profile on the retrieve and a more secure connection to the jig head that prevents the bait from spinning or sliding during the jerk-and-pause retrieve.
• Dying Baitfish Action — Jerk-and-Pause Retrieve — On a lead head or darter head, work with sharp rod tip twitches and pauses; on the jerk, the bait darts and flashes to one side; on the pause, it glides and slowly sinks with a subtle shimmy that mimics a dying or disoriented baitfish; the pause is when the strike most often occurs as bass commit to the bait on the fall.
• Salt-Impregnated — Holds Even Tentative Bites — Salt is impregnated throughout the 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; particularly effective for tentative bites from pressured bass that mouth the bait before committing.
• Super-Soft Realistic Profile — Made from Zoom’s super-soft plastic that compresses naturally on the hookset for better hook penetration and produces a lifelike, flexible baitfish profile on the retrieve.
• 10 Per Pack — 6 Colors — Ten baits per pack across 6 colors.

The Fluke vs. Super Fluke — Which to Choose

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Lead Head — Primary Application — Thread on a 1/8–3/8 oz lead head for a subsurface jerkbait presentation; the solid belly provides a clean, streamlined profile on the jig head; work with sharp twitches and pauses, keeping the bait in the strike zone at a consistent depth.
• Darter Head — Open Water Jerkbait — Thread on a darter head for a darting, erratic baitfish action on the jerk-and-pause retrieve; the darter head’s angled eye causes the bait to dart to one side on each twitch, producing a more erratic action than a standard round lead head.
• Schooling Bass — Baitfish Match — When bass are schooling and feeding on baitfish near the surface, cast the Fluke on a light lead head and retrieve at the same speed as the fleeing baitfish; the 4" profile matches smaller shad and shiner profiles that schooling bass are keying on.
• Dock & Structure Fishing — Cast past dock pilings, bridge columns, and rocky structure and retrieve the Fluke on a lead head through the shadow line; the jerk-and-pause retrieve triggers strikes from bass holding tight to structure in the shade.

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Why Buy the Yamamoto Shad Shape Swimmer?

The Yamamoto Shad Shape Swimmer is a finesse swimbait built for anglers who demand lifelike action at every retrieve speed. Its slim, ribbed body and dynamic paddle tail produce an ultra-natural swimming motion that triggers strikes from even the wariest bass — whether you're swimming it on a swimbait head, hovering it on a drop shot, or working it on a hover rig. Available in 3.2", 3.7", and 4.2" sizes across 17 proven colors. 8 per pack.

Main Use & Benefit

A slim-profile paddle tail finesse swimbait designed for natural swimming action on swimbait heads, drop shots, and hover rigs — effective for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass in clear to lightly stained water across a wide range of depths and presentations.

Problem It Solves

Bulky swimbaits and standard soft plastics don't produce the subtle, lifelike swimming action that triggers finicky bass in clear water and pressured fisheries. The Shad Shape Swimmer's slim ribbed body and paddle tail create a natural baitfish action at any retrieve speed — slow enough to hover in place on a drop shot, fast enough to swim convincingly on a swimbait head.

Advantages

• ✅ Slim ribbed body + dynamic paddle tail — ultra-natural swimming action at any speed
• ✅ Three sizes (3.2", 3.7", 4.2") to match the hatch at any depth or forage size
• ✅ 17 color options — natural forage shades to high-vis reaction colors
• ✅ Versatile — swimbait head, drop shot, hover rig, underspin, and FFS presentations
• ✅ Yamamoto premium soft plastic formula — lifelike action, durable material
• ✅ 8 per pack — excellent value
• ⚠️ Finesse swimbait — not designed for power fishing or heavy cover applications

When to Choose It

Reach for the Shad Shape Swimmer when bass are keying on baitfish in open water, when finesse presentations outperform reaction baits, or when you need a swimbait that produces natural action at slow retrieve speeds. It's equally effective on forward-facing sonar, traditional drop shot, and hover rig setups in clear to lightly stained water.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Swimbait Head — thread onto a 1/8–3/8 oz swimbait head and swim at a slow, steady retrieve; the paddle tail kicks naturally at any speed
• Drop Shot — nose-hook on a #1 or #2 hook, 12–24" above the weight; swim or shake for a horizontal baitfish presentation on FFS or traditional setups
• Hover Rig / Neko Rig — nail weight in the nose for a head-down hover presentation; the paddle tail flutters naturally on the pause
• Underspin — thread onto a light underspin for added flash and vibration through open water and over structure
• Wacky Rig — hook through the body for a fluttering fall around docks and laydowns

Best Conditions

• Clear to lightly stained water where natural action is most visible
• Open water and mid-depth structure (10–30ft) on swimbait heads and drop shots
• Forward-facing sonar presentations targeting suspended and structure-oriented fish
• Post-frontal and slow-bite conditions when finesse is the only answer
• Spring and fall when bass are actively chasing baitfish schools

Best For

Key Features

• Slim ribbed body — natural baitfish profile with built-in action at any retrieve speed
• Dynamic paddle tail — produces ultra-natural swimming motion that triggers strikes
• Three sizes: 3.2", 3.7", 4.2" — match the hatch at any depth or forage size
• 17 color options — natural forage shades to high-vis reaction colors
• Yamamoto premium soft plastic formula — lifelike action, durable, natural feel
• 8 per pack

Models & Specs

Colors: Sexy Shad, SmallMouth Magic, Pearl White, Natural Shad, Rainbow Shad, Pro Blue, Stealth Blue Glimmer, Stealth Ice Out, Stealth Purple Shimmer, Sight Flash, Stealth Chart Purple, Tennessee Shad, Green Gizzard, Electric Shad, Green Pumpkin Black Flake, Houdini Too, Stealth Pinkasagi

Water Type: Freshwater | Target Species: Bass

Tackle Express Tips

1. Size to the forage — Start with the 3.2" in clear water and when bass are keying on small shad. Move to the 3.7" as your all-around size, and use the 4.2" when bass are actively feeding on larger baitfish or you need more profile visibility on FFS.
2. Match the water clarity — Natural Shad, Sexy Shad, and Tennessee Shad are your best natural forage matches in clear water. Switch to Electric Shad, Sight Flash, or Stealth Chart Purple in stained water or low light for a reaction color.
3. Slow down on the swimbait head — The Shad Shape Swimmer's paddle tail produces its best action at a slow, steady retrieve. Resist the urge to speed up — a slow, deliberate swim just above the bottom or through the strike zone is where most bites happen.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between the 3.2", 3.7", and 4.2" sizes?
A: The 3.2" is your finesse and clear-water option — best for pressured fish and when bass are keying on small shad. The 3.7" is the all-around size for most situations. The 4.2" is your big-water and active-feeding option when bass are chasing larger baitfish or you need more profile on FFS.

Q: What swimbait head weight works best with the Shad Shape Swimmer?
A: For the 3.2" and 3.7", 1/8 to 3/16 oz swimbait heads work well in shallow to mid-depth water. For the 4.2" or deeper presentations, 1/4 to 3/8 oz gives you better depth control and a more natural fall rate.

Q: Can I use the Shad Shape Swimmer on forward-facing sonar?
A: Absolutely — the slim profile and natural paddle tail action make it an excellent FFS bait. Rig it on a drop shot or swimbait head and watch how fish react to it on screen. The 3.2" is particularly effective for FFS presentations targeting suspended fish in clear water.

The Keitech Easy Shiner 5" is the largest size in the Easy Shiner lineup, built for matching bigger forage and targeting larger bass. It features a slim profile and exceptional realism, with a super-soft composition that allows the boot tail to deliver an incredible kicking action on the retrieve. Its streamlined design makes it highly effective around vegetation, and the squid scent load adds fish attraction on every cast. Excels rigged behind a darter head or used as a swim jig trailer.

Key Features

• 5 per pack
• Boot tail design — strong kicking action at any retrieve speed
• Slim profile — works effectively around vegetation
• Squid scent infused
• Recommended techniques: darter head, swim jig trailer
• 6 colors available — Pro Blue Red Pearl, Sight Flash, Bluegill Flash, Sexy Shad, Electric Shad, Clear Lake Hitch