Soft Jerkbaits

The 6th Sense Flush 5.2 Soft Jerkbait was engineered in the 6th Sense Lure Lab with a level of anatomical detail that sets it apart from conventional soft jerkbaits. Every fin is accounted for — matching pectoral fins for balance and stability, a dorsal fin, anal fin, and a horizontal forked tail with a small ball at the base that produces the Flush’s signature action and keeps the bait tracking true on the fall and retrieve. The defining feature is the split dorsal fin that acts as a built-in weed guard for your hook — the origin of the name “Flush.” Pairs with a stout 5/0 Widegap hook. 5.2", 8 per pack.

Key Features

• Split Dorsal Fin — Built-In Weed Guard — The dorsal fin is equally separated to create a built-in weed guard that shields the hook point from grass, wood, and cover; allows the Flush to be fished through heavy cover that would snag a conventional exposed-hook soft jerkbait; the weed guard design is the origin of the name “Flush” — the hook flushes against the body for a clean, snag-resistant profile.
• Ball-Base Forked Tail — Action & Stability — The horizontal forked tail incorporates a small ball at the base that produces the Flush’s signature darting, side-to-side action on the jerk; the ball creates resistance and pivot point that amplifies tail movement and keeps the bait stable and tracking true between jerks.
• Matching Pectoral Fins — Balance & Presentation — Anatomically correct pectoral fins keep the Flush balanced and level in the water column for a natural, horizontal presentation; the pectoral fins prevent the bait from rolling or listing on the fall and pause — critical for a realistic baitfish profile that triggers strikes from sight-feeding bass.
• Full Anatomical Fin Detail — Pectoral fins, dorsal fin, anal fin, and forked tail fins are all present and anatomically positioned; the complete fin package produces a realistic baitfish silhouette that matches the profile of shad, bluegill, and small panfish that bass key on in clear water conditions.
• 5/0 Widegap Hook Pairing — Designed to be paired with a stout 5/0 Widegap hook for maximum hookup ratio through the weed guard; the Widegap gap geometry provides clearance for the hook point to penetrate through the split dorsal weed guard on the hookset.
• 5.2" / 8 Per Pack — 5.2-inch body matches the profile of larger shad, bluegill, and baitfish that big bass key on; 8 baits per pack provides value for a soft plastic that can be rigged weedless and fished through heavy cover.

Color Guide

• Baby Crappie — Realistic baby crappie imitation; effective around shallow cover and docks where crappie are present as forage for larger bass; natural crappie pattern triggers feeding strikes from bass keying on panfish.
• Bluegill Magic — Bluegill imitation with magic finish; effective around shallow cover, docks, and grass edges where bluegill are the primary forage; highly effective during and after the bluegill spawn when bass are aggressively feeding on bluegill.
• Watermelon Candy Magic — Watermelon base with candy magic finish; versatile clear water color effective in a wide range of conditions; watermelon tones match the natural green hues of baitfish in clear water environments.
• Green Pumpkin Juice — Green pumpkin with juice finish; one of the most versatile soft plastic colors for bass fishing; effective in clear to lightly stained water across all seasons and conditions.
• Watermelon Red Sunfish — Watermelon base with red sunfish accents; effective around shallow cover where sunfish are present as forage; red accent tones add a trigger color that stands out in clear water conditions.

Best For

• Heavy Cover & Grass Fishing — Split dorsal weed guard allows the Flush to be fished through grass, laydowns, and heavy cover that would snag a conventional soft jerkbait; the weedless profile opens up cover that other soft jerkbaits can’t effectively fish.
• Clear Water Bass — Full anatomical fin detail and realistic baitfish profile trigger strikes from sight-feeding bass in clear water; natural colorways (Baby Crappie, Bluegill Magic, Watermelon Red Sunfish) match the forage profile that clear water bass key on.
• Finesse & Jerkbait Presentations — Ball-base forked tail produces action on a standard jerk-pause retrieve; fish on a weightless or lightly weighted hook for a slow, gliding fall that triggers strikes from suspended and lethargic bass.
• Dock & Shallow Structure Fishing — Weedless rigging and realistic panfish imitation colors (Baby Crappie, Bluegill Magic) make the Flush effective around docks and shallow structure where panfish are present as forage for larger bass.

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 Deps Sakamata Shad is a versatile soft jerkbait built for sharp, baitfish-style direction changes. Its smooth body moves with low water resistance, while keels along both sides help guide the bait through quick darts and jumps that can trigger reaction bites from bass.

Make a Fleeing Baitfish Look Convincing

When ordinary fluke-style baits track too predictably, the Sakamata Shad gives you a livelier presentation. Fish it weightless near the surface to imitate escaping forage, or take it deeper on a split-shot or Carolina rig when bass are holding closer to the bottom.

One Bait, Several Ways to Fish

The Sakamata Shad can cover water quickly or stay in the strike zone with a slower presentation. Choose smaller sizes when bass are focused on compact forage, and step up to the larger profiles when bigger baitfish are present or you want a more noticeable target.

Best For

• Weightless soft-jerkbait retrieves
• Fast twitch-and-pause presentations
• Split-shot and Carolina rigs
• Freshwater bass fishing
• Clear water, baitfish activity, and reaction-bite situations

Key Features

• Dual side keels help create the signature darting action
• Smooth body produces low water resistance
• Variable salt content by size balances action and material strength
• Available in sizes from 2 to 8 inches
• Multiple forage-matching color options

Models & Specs

Additional 2, 3, and 4.5-inch variants are available. Select a size and color above to see current options.

Complete the Rig

Pair it with Owner Offset Worm Hooks for a clean soft-plastic setup, or use a Top Brass Carolina Ready Rig to work the bait near the bottom. For a more lifelike finish in a focused 6-inch profile, compare the Deps Sakamata Shad Real Soft Bait.

Tackle Express Tips

• Start weightless with two quick twitches followed by a pause, then adjust the pause length until the fish respond.
• Keep line slack between twitches so the bait can change direction instead of pulling straight ahead.
• Match the size to the forage you see, then use brighter or higher-contrast colors when visibility drops.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I fish the Sakamata Shad weightless?
Yes. A weightless rig is a strong choice for working near the surface and creating an escaping-baitfish presentation.

Can it be fished near the bottom?
Yes. Use it on a split-shot or Carolina rig to make the bait dart close to bottom cover.

Which size should I choose?
Choose a smaller profile when fish are feeding on compact forage. Move to a larger size when bigger baitfish are present or you want a more visible offering.

The Deps Sakamata Shad Heavy Weight Soft Jerkbait delivers the same unique performance as the original Sakamata Shad but loaded with salt to make it heavier, allowing anglers to target deeper sections of the water column with better castability. This fluke-style bait takes the classic soft jerkbait to a whole other level with innovative design features that trigger aggressive reaction strikes.

The unique body shape and hydrodynamic profile features low water flow resistance, making it incredibly easy to perform side-to-side darting action with even the slightest twitches from the rod tip. The keeled fins along the head channel water downward and force the bait upward to mimic a shad jumping on the surface to avoid predators, creating an irresistible presentation that bass can't ignore.

The fins act as stabilizers when paused, allowing the bait to fall perfectly horizontal while the heavy salt content poured into the belly creates a subtle wiggling action on the fall, similar to a soft stickbait. This combination of darting action and natural fall makes it deadly effective for triggering reaction strikes from both active and finicky bass.

Key Features:

• Heavy Salt Content: 65-75% salt loading for deeper presentations and better castability
• Hydrodynamic Profile: Low water resistance for easy side-to-side darting action
• Keeled Fins: Channel water to create unique jumping action mimicking fleeing shad
• Horizontal Fall: Fins act as stabilizers for perfectly horizontal descent
• Subtle Wiggle on Fall: Heavy salt in belly creates natural wiggling action
• Durable Material: Strong construction holds hooks securely and reduces tearing
• Reaction Strike Design: Can be fished quickly to generate aggressive bites
• Tournament Proven: Used by Masayuki Matsushita to win 2020 Bassmaster Central Open

Specifications:

• Type: Heavy weight soft jerkbait / fluke
• Target Species: Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass

Retrieve Techniques:

• Twitch-and-Pause: Sharp twitches create darting action, pause for horizontal fall
• Fast Retrieve: Quick twitches generate aggressive reaction strikes
• Slow Twitch: Subtle rod movements for finesse presentations
• Deadstick: Let bait fall on slack line for natural wiggling descent
• Weighted Texas Rig: Add weight for deeper presentations

Design Details:

The keel is the secret to the unique jumping dart action of the Sakamata Shad. It allows water to flow and creates a unique jumping action while acting as a rudder to create better darting action. The smooth body design creates low water resistance, making it easy for the bait to dart side-to-side and be fished quickly to generate reaction bites.

Tournament Success:

Masayuki Matsushita won the 2020 Sam Rayburn Bassmaster Central Open with a 3-day total of 60-14 using the Deps Sakamata Shad, proving its effectiveness at the highest level of competitive bass fishing.

Ideal Applications:

• Deeper water presentations with heavy weight models
• Reaction strike fishing in active conditions
• Around grass, docks, and shallow cover
• Clear to moderately stained water
• When bass are feeding on shad or baitfish
• Tournament fishing requiring versatile presentations

When you need a heavy-weight soft jerkbait that delivers unique darting action, better castability, and tournament-proven performance, the Deps Sakamata Shad Heavy Weight is the choice of serious bass anglers.

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

Key Features

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

Specifications

When bass are keyed in on shad, the Strike King KVD Caffeine Shad Jr. gives you an edge they haven't seen before. That signature bulbous tail kicks and flutters with a one-of-a-kind action — whether you're twitching it weightless on the surface or dropping it deep on a Carolina rig. The coffee-infused formula masks human scent, keeps fish holding on longer, and the high-salt blend stays surprisingly soft cast after cast.

Key Features

• Unique bulbous tail — produces topwater and subsurface action unlike any other soft jerkbait
• Coffee scent — masks human odors and oils for longer hold times and more hook-ups
• High-salt, ultra-soft formula — stays pliable even with heavy salt loading
• Versatile rig options — weightless, Carolina rig, or jighead
• 8 baits per pack — more time fishing, less time re-rigging
• Available in 6 proven color patterns

Specifications

Why Buy the Yamamoto D-Shad 5"?

The Yamamoto D-Shad is a new breed of soft plastic jerkbait. Similar in profile to a standard fluke-style bait, the D-Shad has one critical advantage — Yamamoto's salt-loaded formula gives it the density to stay subsurface even when worked aggressively. No more watching your jerkbait blow out of the water on a fast, erratic retrieve. The D-Shad stays down where it can do the most good, making it especially deadly on lakes and rivers where bass respond best to high-speed, erratic presentations. When paused, it sinks level like a Senko with a subtle tail wiggle — the perfect fall action to trigger strikes from fish that tracked the bait on the retrieve. 7 per pack, 3 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 5-inch salt-loaded soft jerkbait with the density to stay subsurface on aggressive, high-speed retrieves — and a level, Senko-style sink with subtle tail wiggle on the pause — solving the biggest problem with standard fluke-style baits: blowing out of the water when worked fast.

Problem It Solves

Standard soft jerkbaits are too light to stay subsurface on fast, erratic retrieves — they blow out of the water and lose their action exactly when bass are most likely to strike. The D-Shad's salt-loaded formula gives it the density to stay down on aggressive retrieves, and its thicker, heavier tail allows it to sink level on the pause — keeping the bait in the strike zone longer and triggering strikes on both the retrieve and the fall.

Advantages

• ✅ Salt-loaded formula — stays subsurface on aggressive, high-speed retrieves
• ✅ Level sink on the pause — sinks like a Senko with a subtle tail wiggle
• ✅ Thicker, heavier tail — produces a natural wiggle on the fall and keeps the bait level
• ✅ Effective on fast, erratic retrieves where standard flukes blow out
• ✅ Versatile — weightless jerkbait, drop shot, wacky rig, swimbait head
• ✅ 3 proven shad-matching color options
• ✅ 7 per pack
• ⚠️ Heavier than a standard fluke — requires less lead weight; rig like a standard soft jerkbait but reduce or eliminate added weight

When to Choose It

Reach for the D-Shad when bass are responding to fast, erratic jerkbait retrieves and you need a soft jerkbait that stays subsurface, when you want a soft jerkbait with a natural, level sink on the pause, or when you're fishing lakes and rivers where bass key on shad and respond best to high-speed, erratic presentations. It's the upgrade from a standard fluke when you need more density and a better fall action.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Weightless Jerkbait — hook through the nose on a 3/0–4/0 EWG hook; twitch and pause on a slack line; the salt-loaded body stays subsurface on the twitch and sinks level on the pause with a subtle tail wiggle
• Fast Erratic Retrieve — work aggressively with sharp rod twitches and a fast retrieve; the salt-loaded formula keeps the bait subsurface even at high speed, triggering reaction strikes from active bass
• Drop Shot — nose-hook on a #1 or #2 hook, 12–18" above the weight; the level sink and tail wiggle produce natural action in the strike zone
• Swimbait Head — thread onto a 1/8–1/4 oz swimbait head for a controlled swimming presentation; the heavier tail produces a natural swimming action at slow to medium retrieve speeds
• Wacky Rig — hook through the center on a #1/0 wacky hook; the level sink and tail wiggle produce a unique, symmetrical fall action

Best Conditions

• Open water and grass edges where bass are keying on shad
• Post-spawn and summer when bass are chasing baitfish in open water
• Clear to lightly stained water where a natural shad profile is most effective
• Any depth — the salt-loaded body allows it to be fished at any depth on a weightless rig
• Year-round — especially effective in summer and fall when bass are schooling on shad

Best For

Key Features

• Salt-loaded formula — stays subsurface on aggressive, high-speed retrieves
• Level sink on the pause — sinks like a Senko with a subtle tail wiggle
• Thicker, heavier tail — natural wiggle on the fall, keeps the bait level
• 5" profile — ideal shad-matching size for bass in open water
• 3 proven shad-matching color options
• 7 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 5" | Count: 7 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater | Target Species: Bass

Tackle Express Tips

1. Use less lead than you think — The D-Shad's salt-loaded formula makes it significantly heavier than a standard fluke — rig it like a standard soft jerkbait but reduce or eliminate any added weight. Most anglers fish it completely weightless on a 3/0–4/0 EWG hook. If you need to get it deeper, add a small 1/32–1/16 oz nail weight in the nose rather than a bullet weight.
2. Pearl White for clear water, Smoke Shad for overcast days — Pearl White (#364) is your go-to in clear water when bass are keying on bright, flashy shad. Switch to Smoke Shad (#958) on overcast days or in lightly stained water for a more subtle, natural shad profile. Olive Shad (#948) is your best option when bass are keying on blueback herring or olive-colored baitfish.
3. Let it sink on the pause — The D-Shad's biggest advantage over a standard fluke is its level sink on the pause. Resist the urge to immediately twitch again — let the bait sink for 2–3 seconds on a slack line after each twitch. The level sink with subtle tail wiggle is often when bass commit, especially in clear water where they can track the bait and time their strike.

FAQ

Q: How is the D-Shad different from a standard fluke-style bait?
A: The key difference is density. The D-Shad's salt-loaded formula makes it significantly heavier than a standard fluke, giving it the density to stay subsurface on aggressive, high-speed retrieves where a standard fluke would blow out of the water. It also sinks level on the pause — like a Senko — with a subtle tail wiggle that triggers strikes from fish that tracked the bait on the retrieve.

Q: What hook size works best for the D-Shad?
A: A 3/0 or 4/0 EWG hook works best for weightless presentations. Hook through the nose for a horizontal, darting action, or hook through the back for a more vertical, gliding action. The salt-loaded body is heavier than a standard fluke, so you may need to adjust your hook size slightly compared to what you'd use on a standard soft jerkbait.

Q: Can the D-Shad be fished on a drop shot?
A: Yes — nose-hook on a #1 or #2 drop shot hook, 12–18" above the weight. The level sink and tail wiggle produce natural action in the strike zone, and the salt-loaded body gives it a realistic feel that makes fish hold on longer. Pearl White and Smoke Shad are top drop shot color picks.

The Z-Man Scented Jerk ShadZ 5" is a premium soft jerkbait engineered from Z-Man's legendary 10X ElaZtech material and infused with a built-in scent formula that keeps fish holding on longer. At 5 inches, this bait delivers a wide, gliding action on the pause that mimics a dying shad — irresistible to bass, redfish, speckled trout, and more. Each pack includes 5 baits, giving you serious value without sacrificing quality.

Whether you're working shallow flats, grass edges, or open water, the Scented Jerk ShadZ excels on a weightless Texas rig, wacky rig, or light jighead. Its buoyant ElaZtech construction keeps it riding high in the water column, while the forked tail kicks and quivers on every twitch. Fish it slow, fish it fast — it produces either way.

Key Features

• Built-in scent infusion — fish hold on longer for better hookup ratios
• 10X ElaZtech construction — buoyant, ultra-durable, outlasts conventional soft plastics
• 5" profile with wide-glide action — deadly on the pause and the fall
• Forked tail delivers lifelike quiver on every twitch and retrieve
• Versatile rig options — weightless Texas, wacky, or light jighead
• Effective in freshwater and saltwater
• 5 baits per pack — premium value

Specifications

The Z-Man Scented Jerk ShadZ 6" is a premium soft jerkbait engineered from Z-Man's legendary 10X ElaZtech material and infused with a built-in scent formula that keeps fish holding on longer. At 6 inches, this bait delivers a wide, gliding action on the pause that mimics a dying shad — irresistible to bass, redfish, speckled trout, and more. Each pack includes 4 baits, giving you serious value without sacrificing quality.

Whether you're working shallow flats, grass edges, or open water, the Scented Jerk ShadZ excels on a weightless Texas rig, wacky rig, or light jighead. Its buoyant ElaZtech construction keeps it riding high in the water column, while the forked tail kicks and quivers on every twitch. Fish it slow, fish it fast — it produces either way.

Key Features

• Built-in scent infusion — fish hold on longer for better hookup ratios
• 10X ElaZtech construction — buoyant, ultra-durable, outlasts conventional soft plastics
• 6" profile with wide-glide action — deadly on the pause and the fall
• Forked tail delivers lifelike quiver on every twitch and retrieve
• Versatile rig options — weightless Texas, wacky, or light jighead
• Effective in freshwater and saltwater
• 4 baits per pack — premium value

Specifications

The Z-Man Scented Jerk ShadZ 7" is a premium soft jerkbait engineered from Z-Man's legendary 10X ElaZtech material and infused with a built-in scent formula that keeps fish holding on longer. At 7 inches, this bait delivers a wide, gliding action on the pause that mimics a dying shad — irresistible to big bass, redfish, stripers, and more. Each pack includes 4 baits, giving you serious value without sacrificing quality.

Whether you're working shallow flats, grass edges, or open water, the Scented Jerk ShadZ excels on a weightless Texas rig, wacky rig, or light jighead. Its buoyant ElaZtech construction keeps it riding high in the water column, while the forked tail kicks and quivers on every twitch. Fish it slow, fish it fast — it produces either way.

Key Features

• Built-in scent infusion — fish hold on longer for better hookup ratios
• 10X ElaZtech construction — buoyant, ultra-durable, outlasts conventional soft plastics
• 7" profile with wide-glide action — deadly on the pause and the fall
• Forked tail delivers lifelike quiver on every twitch and retrieve
• Versatile rig options — weightless Texas, wacky, or light jighead
• Effective in freshwater and saltwater
• 4 baits per pack — premium value

Specifications

The Zoom Magnum Super Fluke 7" is the big-bait version of the legendary Super Fluke lineup — a 7-inch, salt-impregnated soft jerkbait built for big bass, striped bass, white seabass, calico bass, and other large gamefish that key on larger baitfish profiles. The salt impregnation ensures a solid hold on even the most tentative bites, giving you more time to set the hook. Rig it on a lead head or darter head for a subsurface jerkbait presentation, or fish it weightless for a slow-sinking, gliding baitfish action on the pause. The 7" profile matches large shad, shiners, and baitfish that big bass and saltwater gamefish target. 5 per pack in 5 colors.

Key Features

• 7" Magnum Profile — Big Bait for Big Fish — The 7-inch profile is the largest in the Super Fluke lineup, designed for targeting big bass that are keying on larger baitfish and for saltwater applications where a larger profile is needed to match the forage; the magnum size draws strikes from big largemouth and smallmouth bass, striped bass, white seabass, and calico bass that won’t commit to a smaller soft jerkbait profile.
• Salt-Impregnated — Solid Hold on Tentative Bites — The salt impregnation throughout the plastic triggers a natural hold response that keeps fish on the bait longer, giving you more time to detect the bite and set the hook; particularly effective for tentative bites from large bass and saltwater gamefish that mouth the bait before committing.
• Lead Head & Darter Head Rigging — Subsurface Jerkbait — The primary rigging for the Magnum Fluke is a lead head or darter head; the jig head keeps the bait at a consistent depth in the water column while the 7" body produces a darting, wounded baitfish action on the jerk-and-pause retrieve; the pause is when the strike most often occurs as the bait glides and slowly sinks with a subtle shimmy.
• Freshwater & Saltwater Versatility — Effective for big largemouth and smallmouth bass in freshwater and for striped bass, white seabass, and calico bass in saltwater; the 7" profile and realistic baitfish action make it one of the most versatile big-bait soft jerkbaits available for both applications.
• 5 Per Pack — 5 Colors — Five baits per pack across 5 colors.

Color Selection Guide

Best For

• Big Bass — Largemouth & Smallmouth — The 7" profile draws strikes from big largemouth and smallmouth bass that are keying on larger shad, shiners, and baitfish; most effective when bass are actively feeding on large baitfish or when targeting trophy-class fish that won’t commit to a smaller profile.
• Striped Bass & White Seabass — Saltwater Applications — The Magnum Fluke’s 7" profile and realistic baitfish action make it highly effective for striped bass and white seabass in saltwater; rig on a heavier lead head (1/2–1 oz) for deeper presentations or fish weightless near the surface when fish are feeding on baitfish schools.
• Calico Bass — Structure Fishing — Effective for calico bass around kelp, rocky structure, and shallow reefs; the 7" profile matches the larger baitfish that calico bass target in saltwater environments.
• Schooling Situations — Large Baitfish Match — When bass or saltwater gamefish are schooling on large baitfish near the surface, the Magnum Fluke on a lead head or fished weightless produces a highly realistic large baitfish imitation that triggers strikes from fish keying on larger forage.

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The Zoom Super Fluke 5" has been a proven winner for many years and continues to be — a split-belly soft jerkbait that produces a dying baitfish action on the jerk-and-pause retrieve. The split belly design 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. The 5" profile matches larger baitfish (shad, shiners, golden bream, rainbow trout) and draws strikes from bigger bass. 10 per pack in 19 colors.

Key Features

• Split Belly Design — Weedless or Exposed Hook Rigging — The split belly 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 accepts a darter head, jig head, or scrounger head for a fully exposed hook presentation in 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 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.
• 5" Full-Size Profile — Bigger Baitfish, Bigger Bass — The 5" size matches larger baitfish profiles (shad, golden bream, shiners, rainbow trout) and is most effective when bass are keying on larger forage or when targeting big bass that won’t commit to a smaller profile; 10 baits per pack across 19 colors.

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.
• Big Bass — Larger Baitfish Profile — The 5" profile is most effective when targeting big bass that are keying on larger forage; upsize from the 4" Jr to the 5" when bass are following the smaller profile but not committing, or when fishing waters with larger average baitfish size.

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.

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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