Yamamoto 4" Single Tail Grub

Why Buy the Yamamoto 4" Single Tail Grub?

The Yamamoto 4" Single Tail Grub is a staple in any serious angler's tackle box — a classic curly tail design that has been catching fish for decades across virtually every technique and condition. Its natural, lifelike swimming action attracts bass, walleye, pike, and more, whether fished solo on a jighead or as a trailer on jigs, spinnerbaits, and buzzbaits. Crafted with Yamamoto's signature soft plastic formula, the body is supple for excellent hook penetration while still holding up through multiple fish. 20 per pack, 9 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 4-inch classic curly tail grub that delivers natural, lifelike swimming action with subtle vibration and flash at any retrieve speed — the ideal size for finesse jighead presentations, spinnerbait and buzzbait trailers, and any situation where a compact, versatile soft plastic gets more bites than a larger profile.

Problem It Solves

Many soft plastics require specific techniques or conditions to produce. The Yamamoto 4" Single Tail Grub is the opposite — its curly tail produces natural action at any retrieve speed, in any water clarity, on any rig. The 4" size hits the sweet spot between compact enough for finesse presentations and large enough to attract quality fish, making it the most versatile size in the Single Tail Grub lineup.

Advantages

• ✅ Classic 4" curly tail profile — proven fish-catcher for decades across multiple species
• ✅ Natural swimming action — subtle vibration and flash at any retrieve speed
• ✅ Versatile — jighead, spinnerbait trailer, buzzbait trailer, swim jig trailer, Carolina rig
• ✅ Yamamoto soft plastic formula — supple for great hook penetration, durable through multiple fish
• ✅ Effective in clear and murky water
• ✅ Multi-species — bass, walleye, pike, inshore saltwater
• ✅ 9 color options including natural, reaction, and luminous shades
• ✅ 20 per pack — excellent value for a high-use trailer and jighead bait
• ⚠️ 4" compact profile — for a bigger profile or more bulk as a trailer, consider the 5" Single Tail Grub

When to Choose It

Reach for the 4" Single Tail Grub when you want a compact, versatile grub for finesse jighead presentations, when you need a trailer that adds action without too much bulk to a spinnerbait or buzzbait, or when you want a proven, simple presentation that works in any conditions. It's the go-to when you want to keep it simple and let the bait do the work.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Jighead — thread onto a 1/8–1/4 oz round or football jighead for a natural swimming presentation; the curly tail pulses and flutters on a slow, steady retrieve or on the fall
• Spinnerbait Trailer — pin onto a 3/8–1/2 oz spinnerbait to add tail action and a slightly slower fall that triggers strikes on the pause
• Buzzbait Trailer — pin onto a buzzbait to add a kicking tail action that keeps fish committed on the bite and improves hookset ratios
• Swim Jig Trailer — pin onto a 3/8 oz swim jig for a natural swimming presentation through grass edges, laydowns, and open water
• Carolina Rig — thread onto a 1/0–2/0 hook, 18–24" behind a 1/2–3/4 oz Carolina weight; drag slowly along the bottom for a natural, swimming presentation over hard structure

Best Conditions

• Year-round — the curly tail produces action in any water temperature and clarity
• Clear to murky water — natural colors for clear, reaction and luminous colors for stained/night
• Open water, grass edges, and structure on jighead and Carolina rig
• Any depth — equally effective shallow on buzzbait and deep on Carolina rig
• Multi-species — bass, walleye, pike, and inshore saltwater species

Best For

Key Features

• 4" curly tail profile — compact, versatile size for finesse presentations and trailers
• Natural swimming action — subtle vibration and flash at any retrieve speed
• Yamamoto soft plastic formula — supple for great hook penetration, durable through multiple fish
• Versatile rigging — jighead, spinnerbait, buzzbait, swim jig, Carolina rig
• 9 proven color options including natural, reaction, and luminous shades
• 20 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 4" | Count: 20 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater & Inshore Saltwater

Tackle Express Tips

1. Match jighead weight to depth and retrieve speed — Use a 1/8 oz jighead for shallow, slow presentations (under 8ft) where you want a natural, drifting fall. Move to a 1/4 oz for mid-depth (8–18ft) or when you need to cover water faster. A 2/0 hook is the right size for the 4" body — don't go too heavy or you'll kill the tail action.
2. Luminous White for night fishing and low light — The Luminous White (#038) is one of the most underrated colors in the lineup — charge it with a flashlight before casting and it glows in the water, making it deadly for night bass fishing and low-light conditions. Chartreuse w/ Large Black Flake (#156) is your go-to reaction color in stained water during the day.
3. The 4" is the sweet spot for walleye — The 4" Single Tail Grub on a 1/8–1/4 oz jighead is one of the most proven walleye presentations ever made. Smoke w/ Large Black Flake (#231) and Chartreuse w/ Large Green & Chartreuse Flake (#169) are top walleye colors. Drag it slowly along the bottom or use a lift-and-drop retrieve over structure.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between the 4" and 5" Single Tail Grub?
A: The 4" is the most versatile size — compact enough for finesse jighead presentations and light trailer applications, while still large enough to attract quality fish. The 5" has more bulk and a bigger profile, making it better for larger bass, pike, and situations where you want more bulk as a spinnerbait or buzzbait trailer. Start with the 4" for most situations and move to the 5" when you want more presence in the water.

Q: What jighead size works best with the 4" Single Tail Grub?
A: A 1/8–1/4 oz round jighead is the standard starting point. Use a 1/8 oz for a slower fall in shallow water or when fish are finicky, and a 1/4–3/8 oz for deeper water or when you need to cover water faster. A 2/0 hook is the right size for the 4" body.

Q: Is the 4" Single Tail Grub good for walleye?
A: Yes — it's one of the most proven walleye jighead baits available. The 4" profile is the ideal size for walleye, and the curly tail produces action at the slow retrieve speeds walleye prefer. Smoke w/ Large Black Flake and Chartreuse w/ Large Green & Chartreuse Flake are top walleye color picks.