Yamamoto Double Tail Grub

Why Buy the Yamamoto Double Tail Grub?

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

Main Use & Benefit

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

Problem It Solves

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

Advantages

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

When to Choose It

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

Best Fishing Techniques

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

Best Conditions

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

Best For

Key Features

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

Models & Specs

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

Tackle Express Tips

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

FAQ

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

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

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