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Power Pro Spectra Braided Line is widely considered the "workhorse" of the fishing industry, known for its extreme sensitivity and high strength-to-diameter ratio. Constructed with ultra-strong Spectra fiber and treated with Enhanced Body Technology (EBT), this line is designed to be rounder, smoother, and more sensitive than traditional braids.

Key Performance Features

• Extreme Sensitivity: Features near-zero stretch, which provides incredible strike detection and instant hook-setting power.

• Long-Distance Casting: The EBT treatment creates a structurally superior round line that reduces friction through rod guides for longer, quieter casts.

• High Strength-to-Diameter: This line is up to 10 times stronger than steel by weight, allowing you to fit more line on your reel compared to standard monofilament.

• Durability and Life: It is highly resistant to abrasion, UV rays, and most chemicals, often lasting 2 to 3 seasons or more.

P-Line Laser Minnow has a very distinctive fall which triggers a bite from a wide variety of fish.  Simply drop it down and either wind it back at a fast pace, or pop the rod tip up and down. 

It can also be cast and retrieved like a spoon or surface iron.  Simple wind it back at a steady retrieve, too fast and it will wash out.  Too slow and it will have a lazy wander to it.

The finish is holographic and has a realistic eye to fool hungry fish into biting.  Putting a snap on the tie point will give it better action allowing it to more freely move through the water.  You can take off the stock hook and rig it with a single hook or assist hooks from the top or bottom ring.  Tying to the side with the eye and putting the assist hooks on the same side will help prevent snags when fishing the bottom.

Comes one per pack.

P-Line's HALO fluorocarbon fishing line has an evolving manufacturing processes to make this line a great value. HALO is a Co-Fluoride which blends various pure fluorocarbon crystals. Different fluorocarbon crystals have different characteristics. The blending process has allowed P-Line to create an unbelievable all purpose line. HALO gives anglers a combination of strength, sensitivity, castability and invisibility under water.

The low refractive index of HALO makes it invisible under water. HALO has a higher specific gravity, giving the line a fast sink rate. The translucent mist green color of HALO gives it low visibility making it an optimal line for lakes, rivers and inshore saltwater applications.

Spool Size: 200 Yards

Available Line Sizes

Keep your favorite bait tied on without letting its hooks catch everything around it. The Stick Jacket Plug Jacket wraps around a rigged lure to help reduce snags on neighboring rods, gear, and vehicle interiors during storage and transport. Its clear plastic window lets you see which bait is ready to fish without opening the wrap.

Close the hook-and-loop edges around the lure, pack your outfit, and leave the retying for another day. Choose the Regular wrap for a more compact bait or the larger DD when the lure and hooks need extra room.

Keep Hooks Away from Neighboring Gear

A tied-on lure is convenient until exposed hooks catch a rod sleeve, loose line, or something in the car. Plug Jacket provides separate lure coverage so your ready-to-fish outfit is easier to handle between trips. The transparent panel also saves you from opening every wrap just to identify a bait.

This is a flexible lure wrap, not a rigid tackle box or a guarantee against hook injuries. Handle hooks carefully and make sure the wrap closes comfortably around the entire lure and its hooks.

Choose the Wrap That Closes Around Your Bait

Best for: transporting tied-on bass crankbaits, jerkbaits, topwater plugs, and appropriately sized swimbaits, plus freshwater or saltwater outfits with lures that fit inside the wrap. It is especially useful when carrying several rigged rods together in a car, boat, or RV. Remove the wrap before fishing; it protects your setup between sessions rather than changing the lure's action.

The Regular measures 6 in × 3.5 in, while DD measures 8 in × 4.5 in. These are wrap dimensions, not maximum lure lengths. Account for bait thickness, diving bills, and hook spread, leaving enough room for the edges to fasten without forcing them.

Small Details That Make Packing Easier

• Wraps around a lure that is already tied onto your outfit.
• Clear plastic window keeps the bait visible.
• Hook-and-loop edges secure the wrap around the lure.
• Regular and larger DD options accommodate different bait profiles.
• One lure wrap per pack.

Regular or DD at a Glance

Cover the Rod and Lure Separately

A lure wrap complements a rod sleeve rather than replacing it. Pair it with a correctly sized Stick Jacket Casting for casting outfits or Stick Jacket Spinning for spinning setups. Keep the lure outside the sleeve's mesh and use Plug Jacket for separate hook coverage.

Tackle Express Tips

• Choose by the whole bait profile, including hooks and diving bill. If the edges will not close easily, use a larger wrap instead of forcing the closure.
• Secure the lure at the rod's hook keeper before wrapping it, keeping hooks away from guides and sleeve mesh.
• Use the clear window to identify your setup before unpacking, then remove the wrap completely before making a cast.

Before You Wrap Your Lure

Can I leave the lure tied on?
Yes. Plug Jacket is designed to wrap around a lure that is already tied onto your rod setup.

How do I choose Regular versus DD?
Regular measures 6 in × 3.5 in; DD measures 8 in × 4.5 in. Choose the wrap that accommodates the lure, bill, and hooks while allowing the edges to close comfortably.

Can I see the bait without opening the wrap?
Yes. The clear plastic window lets you identify the lure inside.

Does this cover my rod or reel?
No. It covers the lure. Use a separate rod sleeve and reel cover for those parts of the outfit.

Choose your size at Tackle Express and keep your next rigged outfit easier to pack.

Gamakatsu Round Bend Treble Tin Hooks are replacement treble hooks for hard baits that use a compatible hook size. This tin-finish version is offered here in sizes 1, 1/0 and 2/0, with pack quantities that vary by size. Use the chart below to match the model to your lure before ordering.

Features and specifications

• Round-bend treble design: three hook points for hard-bait replacement applications.
• Finish: tin.
• Size 1: 7 hooks per pack; model 47010.
• Size 1/0: 6 hooks per pack; model 47011.
• Size 2/0: 5 hooks per pack; model 47012.

Choosing a replacement treble

Start with the lure manufacturer's recommended hook size. If that information is unavailable, compare the original hook's overall dimensions, gap and weight with the replacement. Hook size numbers alone do not establish an exact match across different hook styles.

Check that the replacement swings freely on the split ring and does not catch the lure body or the other hook. Changing hook size or weight can affect a lure's action, buoyancy and balance, so test it beside the boat or bank before fishing.

3 Tackle Express Tips

1. Keep a reference hook. Remove one original treble at a time so you can compare the replacement before changing the rest.
2. Inspect the connection. Use split-ring pliers and replace a distorted or corroded split ring rather than attaching a new hook to damaged hardware.
3. Check after each trip. Rinse hooks exposed to saltwater with fresh water and let them dry before storage. Replace hooks with damaged points, bends or visible corrosion.

Frequently asked questions

Which model number should I choose?

47010 is size 1, 47011 is size 1/0, and 47012 is size 2/0. Choose by the hook size your lure requires.

How many hooks are included?

Size 1 contains 7 hooks, size 1/0 contains 6, and size 2/0 contains 5.

Is size 1 larger than size 1/0?

No. Within this range, size 1 is the smallest, followed by 1/0 and then 2/0.

Will these fit every crankbait or hard bait?

No. Match the lure's hook requirements and check hardware clearance. Larger or heavier replacement hooks can change how the lure swims or suspends.

Does the tin finish make these rustproof?

Do not treat the finish as a rustproof guarantee. Rinse, dry and inspect hooks regularly, especially after saltwater use.

Mustad Ultrapoint Grip Pin Max Flipping Punching Hooks feature an aggressive barb to keep your bait on while fishing the slop.  Pulling your bait out of the nasty stuff is no problem for this 2X strong hook.  Here are some additional features.

• Straight shank
• Extra Wide Bend
• Chemically sharpened
• Nor-Tempered
• Opti-Angle Needle Point
• 2 Extra strong
• Grip-pin
• Black Nickel

Model Number G34131NP-BN

Quantity 5 per pack

The specially engineered shape of the Mustad KVD Elite Series Triple Grip® Hook combines exceptional hooking and holding capability with outstanding strength. Based upon the original Triple Grip® series, the modified design of the "KVD" hook features a precise shape that almost "locks" the fish into the elbow of the bend, making it virtually impossible to throw the hook.

The precise point alignment provides for an optimal angle of point impact, which leads to increased power at hook set. One important bonus is that the angled shape makes this hook less prone to snagging on structure than round bend trebles. Use it on your favorite crankbaits to get more hookups.

TG76NP-BN 11 per pack

Bullet Weights Pinch On Weights let you add a sinker at a chosen point on your fishing line without threading it on from the end. This listing contains 15 sinkers weighing 1/16 ounce each. The slim profile offers an alternative to round shot when you want a small amount of added weight on a light presentation.

Why choose a pinch-on sinker?

• Attach where needed: Place the line in the center of the sinker and close the ends around it.
• Light weighting: Each 1/16-ounce sinker adds a modest amount of weight for controlling a bait or light rig.
• Slim shape: A narrow profile for fishing around cover, with no promise of being snag-proof.

Specifications

• Brand: Bullet Weights
• Style: Pinch-on sinker
• Weight: 1/16 oz per sinker
• Manufacturer size: 0
• Quantity: 15 per pack
• Material: Lead

How to attach and choose placement

Bullet Weights instructs anglers to place the line in the center of the sinker, then twist each end toward the line to close and secure it. Apply only enough pressure to hold it in position. Check the line and the sinker's grip before casting.

Use this light size when you need a small weighting adjustment. The distance from the hook changes how the bait behaves, so test the assembled rig in the water. Greater depth or stronger current may require a different weight; choose based on control of the presentation rather than adding weight automatically.

3 Tackle Express Tips

1. Check before the first cast. Give the rig a gentle pull to confirm the sinker holds. Inspect the line at the attachment point for flattening or abrasion.
2. Keep adjustments deliberate. Test one change in sinker position at a time. Note how the bait sinks and moves before changing another part of the rig.
3. Inspect after contact with cover. Rocks and wood can damage line or shift the sinker. Check both after a snag, and replace damaged line before fishing again.

Frequently asked questions

What weight and quantity does this listing include?

It includes 15 size-0 sinkers, each weighing 1/16 ounce.

Do I need to thread the sinker onto the end of my line?

No. Place the line in the center of the open sinker, then close the ends as directed.

Are these guaranteed not to snag?

No. The slim profile is useful around cover, but any sinker can catch in rocks, wood, or vegetation.

Can attaching the sinker damage my line?

Excess pressure or abrasion can damage fishing line. Secure the sinker carefully, inspect the contact point, and re-rig if the line is compromised.

The Zoom Lizard is a proven bass creature bait built around curly legs and a curly tail that produce action with the slightest movement. Every twitch, current, or rod tip shake sets the legs and tail in motion — producing a lifelike, multi-appendage action that triggers strikes from bass on Texas rigs, Carolina rigs, and shaky heads. Made with Zoom’s Super Salt Plus formula for a natural feel that keeps bass holding on longer. Available in 4", 6", and 8" sizes across 19 color and size combinations.

Key Features

• Curly Legs & Tail — Action on the Slightest Movement — The Zoom Lizard’s curly legs and curly tail produce action with the slightest rod tip movement, current, or line twitch; the curly appendages flutter and pulse independently, creating a multi-directional action that mimics a live lizard or large insect moving through the water; the action is most pronounced on the fall and during slow retrieves where the curly legs and tail have time to move freely.
• Super Salt Plus Formula — Natural Feel, Longer Hold — Made with Zoom’s Super Salt Plus 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.
• 3 Sizes — 4", 6" & 8" — The 4" is the finesse/all-around size for pressured fish, clear water, and lighter rigs; the 6" is the mid-size versatile option for standard Texas and Carolina rig applications; the 8" is the big-bass magnum size for targeting large bass in heavy cover and deep water on Carolina rigs and heavy Texas rigs.
• Versatile Rig Compatibility — Effective on Texas rigs, Carolina rigs, and shaky heads; the lizard profile is particularly effective on a Carolina rig where the long leader allows the bait to float up off the bottom and the curly legs and tail produce action on the drift.

Size & Pack Count Guide

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Carolina Rig — Primary Application — The lizard profile is one of the most effective Carolina rig baits ever made; the long leader allows the bait to float up off the bottom and the curly legs and tail produce action on the drift; most effective on points, ledges, and transition areas where bass are roaming; use the 6" or 8" for maximum profile on a Carolina rig.
• Texas Rig — Heavy Cover — Rig on a 3/0–5/0 wide gap hook with a bullet weight and fish through heavy cover; the curly legs and tail produce action on the fall that triggers strikes from bass holding tight to structure.
• Shaky Head — Finesse Application — The 4" size on a shaky head for a finesse lizard presentation; the curly legs and tail quiver on the shake and produce action at rest, triggering strikes from pressured bass in clear water.
• Spawning Season — Bed Fishing — Lizard-style baits are one of the most effective bed fishing presentations; bass are highly aggressive toward lizards during the spawn because lizards are natural nest predators; the curly legs and tail action on a slow presentation over the bed triggers defensive strikes from bass protecting their nest.

Building upon the successful design of the original Sweet Beaver, one of the winningest and most popular flipping baits ever made, the Kinky Beaver features the same ribbed body and tear drop appendages.

But that's where the similarities end. The Kinky Beaver also comes equipped with two large profile flappers with thick wedges protruding from their outer edges, which combined with two long antennae extending out between them, creates a whole new level of fish attracting action. The thick wedges on the claws help them catch water on the fall and kick wildly, while also slowing the bait's rate of fall slightly - for more time in the strike zone.

Available in the same killer colors that have been catching fish and cashing checks across the Country, the Reaction Innovations Kinky Beaver is destined to be another favorite from one the premier soft plastic companies - Reaction Innovations.

Qty 7 per pack

Lucky Craft Pointer 65DD SP Jerkbait

The fish are holding just a little deeper than your standard jerkbait can reach. That's exactly where the Lucky Craft Pointer 65DD SP was built to shine. DD stands for Deep Diver — and this compact 2.5" suspending jerkbait dives 5–7 feet, putting it right in the face of bass that are holding just out of reach of the original Pointer 65.

Like all Pointer models, the 65DD is engineered with a specially designed brass weight system that creates a very low center of gravity. Stop the retrieve and the bait doesn't just pause — it wobbles and vibrates in place, emitting a subtle bass-calling vibration that triggers strikes from even the most reluctant fish. A short twitch of the rod tip generates a fluid, underwater walk-the-dog action that seals the deal. With a wider wobble than the standard Pointer 65, the DD version is also a great alternative when fish want a smaller profile than the Staysee series but need the bait pushed a little deeper.

Features

• Deep Diver (DD) bill dives 5–7 feet — deeper than the standard Pointer 65
• Brass weight system creates low center of gravity for wobble-and-vibrate on pause
• Suspending design stays locked in the strike zone
• Wider wobble than the Pointer 65 for added action
• Short rod twitch generates underwater walk-the-dog action
• Compact 2.5" profile — ideal for finesse situations and pressured fish

Specs

• Length: 2.5" (6.5 cm)
• Weight: 3/16 oz (5 g)
• Depth: 5–7 ft
• Type: Suspending

Pointer Series Comparison

• Pointer 65 SP: 2.5", 3/16 oz, 4–5 ft, Suspending
• Pointer 65DD SP: 2.5", 3/16 oz, 5–7 ft, Suspending
• Pointer 78 SP: 3", 3/8 oz, 4–5 ft, Suspending
• Pointer 78DD SP: 3", 3/8 oz, 5–7 ft, Suspending

Best For

• Techniques: Suspending jerkbait, twitch-and-pause, finesse deep
• Conditions: Cold fronts, clear water, post-spawn, pressured fisheries
• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass

Perfect For

When bass are holding just beyond the reach of your standard jerkbait, the Lucky Craft Pointer 65DD SP gets down to their level and stays there. Small profile, deep reach, deadly action.

Most topwater baits make you choose: pop or walk. The Gunfish 117 has a cupped, concave face that throws water like a popper and a slim tapered body that walks tight side-to-side. Same cast, both actions, decided by what your rod tip does.

Short version: 4-1/2" pencil popper, 3/5 oz, floating, three treble hooks. Built for distance and for pulling fish up out of heavy cover.

Why the 117 Casts Further

Lucky Craft gave this size a thicker taper through the rear than the smaller Gunfish models. More mass behind the center means the bait carries better on the cast and tracks straighter in the air — which matters when fish are boiling forty feet past where you can reach.

That's the whole argument for the 117 over a 95 or a 115: it isn't just a bigger profile, it's a longer cast at the same effort.

Where It Earns Its Keep

• Schooling fish. When they come up out of range, the extra distance is the difference between a cast and a wish.
• Pulling fish from deep cover — brushpiles, cane piles, and standing timber. The concave face throws enough water to call fish up off structure.
• Blueback herring water. Lucky Craft calls this out specifically, and the long slim profile is why — it matches a herring better than a fatter walking bait.
• Open water search. Distance plus a bait that both pops and walks lets you cover a bank fast and change the message without changing lures.

How to Work It

To walk it: short, rhythmic twitches into slack line. The bait needs slack to turn — a tight line drives it straight and kills the side-to-side.

To pop it: harder, sharper snaps. The cupped mouth grabs water and throws it. Use this when fish are deep in cover or the surface has chop on it and you need to be louder.

Mix them. Two walks, a pop, a pause. The pause is not dead time — it floats, so it holds position in the strike zone, and a lot of fish eat it sitting still.

Three Trebles — What That Changes

The 117 carries three trebles: #5, #5, and #4. That's a hooking advantage on a bait fish tend to slash at rather than eat cleanly, and it's the reason short strikes convert more often on this size than on two-hook topwaters.

It also means more hardware to keep track of. Check that hooks aren't fouled on the body before you cast, and use a rod with a forgiving tip — three sets of trebles in a fish will find a way out if you horse it.

Standard and Limited Run Colors

Lucky Craft splits the Gunfish 117 lineup into standard colors and limited-run colors. Three of the four we carry are limited run — Aurora Black, Ghost Minnow, and MS American Shad. When they're gone, they're not automatically coming back.

Fishing It Around Santa Clarita

The topwater window on the local lakes moves week to week, and a long-casting bait earns its money on the days stripers are boiling out of reach. We publish Castaic Lake fishing reports with current conditions — worth reading before you commit a morning to the surface.

Recommended Gear

• Rod: medium to medium-heavy, moderate action, 7' or longer. Length helps the cast; a forgiving tip keeps three sets of trebles in the fish.
• Line: braid to a fluorocarbon or mono leader. Braid moves the bait; the leader gives you abrasion resistance around cover.
• Avoid heavy fluorocarbon straight through — it sinks and pulls the nose down, working against the float and the walk.

Pro Tips from the Tackle Express Crew

• Twitch into slack, not into tension. The single thing that separates people who can make a pencil popper walk from people who can't.
• Wait to feel weight before you set. Setting on the splash pulls it out of the fish's mouth. This costs more topwater fish than anything else.
• Use the pause after a miss. It floats. Let it sit — fish come back for a bait that's stopped far more often than for one that ran.
• Check the trebles for fouling. Three hooks on a slim body will tangle on themselves, and a fouled bait won't walk at all.

Common Mistakes

• Fishing it on a tight line. The bait needs slack to turn.
• Only popping it, or only walking it. You bought both actions. Mix them until something answers.
• Too stiff a rod. Costs you fish on every strike.
• Setting on sight. Wait for the weight.

Specifications

Specs confirmed against Lucky Craft's published Gunfish 117 chart. Colors offered vary by production run — the selector above is the live list.

What's Included

One Lucky Craft Gunfish 117 in the color selected, factory rigged with three trebles. No spare hooks or split rings included.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the Gunfish 117?
4-1/2 inches (117mm) and 3/5 oz (19 grams). The number in the name is the length in millimetres.

How many hooks does it have?
Three trebles — two #5 and one #4.

Does it pop or walk?
Both. Sharp snaps make the cupped face throw water; rhythmic twitches into slack line make it walk tight side-to-side.

Does it float?
Yes. It holds position on the pause, which is where a lot of the bites come from.

117 or 115NF — what's the difference?
Different models, not just different sizes. The 117 is a pencil popper with three trebles and a thicker rear taper for casting distance. The NF models are the no-feather versions of their respective sizes.

Why does it cast so well?
The rear taper is thicker than on the smaller Gunfish sizes, so more mass sits behind the center and the bait carries and tracks straighter in the air.

What rod and line?
Medium to medium-heavy with a moderate action, 7' or longer. Braid to a fluorocarbon or mono leader; avoid heavy fluorocarbon straight through.

Are these colors coming back?
Aurora Black, Ghost Minnow, and MS American Shad are limited-run colors on Lucky Craft's list. Chartreuse Shad is standard. Call the shop and we'll tell you what's inbound.

Related Gear

• Lucky Craft Gunfish 115NF — no-feather 115.
• Lucky Craft Gunfish 95NF — no-feather 95.
• Lucky Craft Gunfish 95 H3 — three-hook 95.
• Topwater Fishing Lures — poppers, walking baits, and stickbaits.

Buy It From People Who Fish It

We're on Soledad Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, twenty minutes from Castaic, and we fish these lakes ourselves. Not sure which Gunfish you want, or whether today's a popping day or a walking day? Call the shop or come in — that's a short conversation and it saves you buying the wrong one first.

The Legendary BBZ-1 in a Compact, Fish-Catching Package

The Spro BBZ-1 Jr. Swimbait is the compact version of one of the most iconic hard swimbaits ever made. Designed by swimbait legend Bill Siemantel, the BBZ-1 Jr. delivers the same natural S-action and lifelike baitfish profile as the full-size BBZ-1 in a 6" package that triggers big strikes from largemouth bass, stripers, and other large predators. This bait has been producing for years and keeps on producing — because the action is simply that good.

Multi-Jointed Action That Swims Like the Real Thing

The BBZ-1 Jr.'s multi-jointed body produces a fluid, natural S-curve swim at any retrieve speed. Whether you're burning it near the surface, slow-rolling it through the water column, or letting a Slow Sink model hover in the strike zone, the bait stays in its lane and looks alive. Paired with lifelike finishes that match real forage species and premium Gamakatsu treble hooks, this is a hard swimbait built to get bit and keep fish pinned.

When Bass Have Seen Every Soft Bait in the Box

Pressured fish get conditioned to soft swimbaits fast. The hard-bodied BBZ-1 Jr. offers a completely different look, sound, and feel — the durable resin body displaces water differently and the jointed action creates subtle vibration that soft baits can't replicate. When the bite dies on soft plastics, tie on a BBZ-1 Jr. and change the game.

Sink Rate Options Let You Fish Any Depth, Any Condition

The BBZ-1 Jr. is available in Floater and Slow Sink models, giving you the flexibility to target fish at different depths and in different conditions. The Floater works the surface and upper water column; the Slow Sink (1 ft per 3 seconds) lets you hover the bait in the strike zone longer for finicky fish. Choose your sink rate based on where the fish are holding.

The Right Pick If...

• You want a proven hard swimbait with decades of big fish history behind it
• You're targeting largemouth bass, stripers, or large predators in fresh or inshore water
• Soft swimbaits have stopped producing and you need to change the presentation
• You want sink rate options to target fish at different depths

Best Fishing Techniques

• Steady slow-roll retrieve through the water column
• Surface or near-surface burn with the Floater model
• Hovering the Slow Sink in the strike zone on a pause-and-go retrieve
• Open water schooling fish situations
• Casting to structure, points, and drop-offs

Best Conditions

• Clear to lightly stained water where the lifelike finish is most visible
• Post-spawn and fall when bass are chasing baitfish
• Pressured fisheries where soft swimbaits have been heavily worked
• Freshwater lakes and reservoirs; inshore striper and calico fishing

Best For

• Species: Largemouth bass, striped bass, spotted bass, pike, large predatory fish
• Techniques: Hard swimbait fishing, slow-roll, surface presentation, pause-and-go
• Environments: Freshwater lakes, reservoirs, inshore saltwater

Key Features

• 6" multi-jointed hard swimbait — natural S-action at any speed
• Durable resin construction for long-lasting performance
• Lifelike finishes matching real forage species
• Premium Gamakatsu treble hooks for solid hookups
• Available in Floater and Slow Sink models
• Designed by swimbait legend Bill Siemantel

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Match sink rate to fish depth. If fish are holding near the surface or in shallow cover, go Floater. If they're suspended mid-column or holding deeper, the Slow Sink lets you hover the bait right in the zone on a pause.
• Slow down more than you think. The BBZ-1 Jr.'s action is most effective at a slow, deliberate retrieve. Most anglers fish it too fast — let the jointed body do the work and give fish time to commit.
• Check your hooks regularly. The Gamakatsu trebles are sharp out of the box, but big fish and structure can dull them. Touch up with a hook file or swap trebles after heavy use to keep your hookup rate high.

FAQ

What's the difference between the Floater and Slow Sink models?
The Floater (2 oz) stays at or near the surface and is ideal for shallow presentations and surface-feeding fish. The Slow Sink (2.25 oz) descends at approximately 1 foot per 3 seconds, allowing you to work the bait through the water column and pause it in the strike zone for suspended or deeper fish.

What gear should I use with the BBZ-1 Jr.?
A medium-heavy to heavy swimbait rod in the 7'–7'6" range pairs well with the BBZ-1 Jr. Use 15–20lb fluorocarbon or monofilament for most presentations. Fluoro works well in clear water; mono gives the Floater a slightly more buoyant action.

Is this bait good for striped bass?
Yes — the BBZ-1 Jr. is an excellent striper bait, particularly in inshore and freshwater striper fisheries. The 6" profile and lifelike finish match common striper forage, and the multi-jointed action triggers reaction strikes from fish of all sizes.

The SPRO Swimbait 8" is one of the most productive, longest-lasting swimbaits on the market. Its action, color, and build quality set it apart from baits that look similar but don't hold up or swim the same once they hit the water.

Why a Straight Retrieve Leaves Bites on the Table

Big, wary fish often follow a swimbait without committing when it just swims in a straight line. Bill Siemantel's technique for this bait is a directional change: give it a quick jerk before starting your retrieve, then one or two more sharp jerks mid-cast and near the end. Each jerk snaps the bait a full 180 degrees, which is often exactly what turns a follow into a strike.

Built to Match the Forage

Available in floating, slow sinking, and fast fall models, you can match the bait's fall rate to the depth and mood of the fish, and the color range is built to mirror the natural forage most game fish key in on, from baitfish patterns to trout and carp profiles.

The Right Pick If...

You're targeting big largemouth bass, striper, or other large predators in waters where trophy-sized forage like trout or carp patrol, and you want a swimbait durable enough to fish hard, season after season.

Best Techniques and Conditions

Use the floating model for working over cover and shallow flats, and the slow sink model when you need to get the bait down to suspended or deeper-holding fish. Works best around structure and open water where big fish ambush large forage, and responds especially well to the jerk-and-pause directional change technique.

Best For

• Trophy-class largemouth bass and striper keyed on large forage
• Matching natural baitfish, trout, and carp forage patterns
• Triggering follows into strikes with directional-change jerks
• Anglers who want a durable swimbait that holds up over a full season

Key Features

• 8-inch profile built to match trophy-sized forage
• Available in floating and slow sinking models
• Responds dramatically to Bill Siemantel's directional-change jerk technique
• Durable construction that holds up to repeated big-fish strikes

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Start every retrieve with a hard jerk before the bait moves, that initial directional change often triggers a reaction strike from fish that just watched it land.
• Use the Killer Carp pattern on waters with carp forage, and Silver Fish for more general baitfish-matching situations.
• If you need a smaller profile for the same technique, try the Spro BBZ-1 Jr. Swimbait.

FAQ

Should I choose the floater or the slow sink?
Pick the floater for working over cover and shallow flats, and the slow sink when you need the bait to reach suspended or deeper-holding fish.

What's the best way to work this bait?
Don't just cast and retrieve steadily. Jerk it hard before starting your retrieve, then add one or two more sharp jerks mid-cast to trigger directional changes that draw strikes.

Is this bait durable enough for repeated big-fish strikes?
Yes, it's built to hold up as one of the longest-lasting swimbaits in its class, season after season.