Halibut Lures

The ima Yoichi 99 Ballista is a 99mm (3.9"), 36g (1.3 oz) heavy sinking pencil lure engineered for extreme long-distance casting in the surf and open water. Its rear-weighted body cuts through wind to reach breaking fish that other lures can't, then swims with the signature tight slalom S-action of the ima Yoichi series on a steady retrieve. It's a go-to searchbait for covering water fast and drawing reaction strikes from striped bass, sea bass, bluefish and other inshore predators.

Why anglers choose the Yoichi 99 Ballista

• Bombs long casts: the 36g rear-balanced design flies far and stays stable in crosswinds for maximum water coverage from the beach or boat.
• Slalom swimming action: rolls and wobbles side-to-side with a lifelike baitfish motion that triggers aggressive strikes.
• Sinking / count-down: lets you fish the entire water column — skim it just under the surface chop or count it down to deeper holding fish.
• Saltwater-ready hardware: rigged with sharp #3 treble hooks and #4 split rings straight from the box.
• Proven surf & inshore producer: ideal for striped bass, sea bass, bluefish, and other coastal gamefish.

Specifications

Available colors

• #002 Cotton Candy
• #003 Ibaraki Candy
• #006 Mullet
• #009 Black & Black
• #011 Red Head
• #013 Lime Rainbow

Frequently asked questions

Is the ima Yoichi 99 Ballista a floating or sinking lure?
It is a sinking pencil. You can retrieve it just under the surface or let it count down to reach deeper fish.

How much does the Yoichi 99 Ballista weigh and how long is it?
It measures 99 mm (3.9 in) and weighs 36 g (1.3 oz), which is what gives it exceptional casting distance.

What fish can I catch with it?
It excels on striped bass and sea bass, and also catches bluefish and other inshore/surf gamefish.

What hooks does it come with?
It ships ready to fish with #3 treble hooks and #4 split rings.

Why is it good for surf fishing?
The heavy 36g rear-weighted body casts long distances and stays stable in wind, letting you reach fish beyond the breakers.

The DUO Bayruf BR Fish 5" is a 5-inch paddle-tail soft swimbait engineered for big-fish presentations. Its detailed baitfish profile and wide, water-pushing tail kick come alive on a slow roll — drawing strikes from trophy largemouth, smallmouth bass, and inshore saltwater predators that ignore smaller baits.

Molded from salt-infused, durable plastic, the BR Fish 5" loads easily for long casts and holds up through multiple fish. Versatile enough for jigheads, swimbait heads, or weedless rigs, it's a go-to when you need a larger profile in the water column.

Key Features

• Length: 5 inches
• Type: Paddle-tail soft swimbait
• Body: Detailed baitfish profile with active paddle tail
• Material: Salt-infused, tough plastic for durability and casting distance
• Rigging: Jighead, swimbait head, or weedless setups
• Pack: 7 per pack
• Origin: Japan (JDM)

Best For

• Species: Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, halibut, inshore saltwater gamefish
• Techniques: Slow roll, lift-and-fall, jighead swim, weedless rig
• Conditions: Open water, surf, structure, bottom fishing
• Season: Year-round

Tackle Express Tips

• Pair with the DUO Bayruf Jighead for best action and balance
• Works great for freshwater bass — surf halibut will bite it too
• Use a lift-and-fall technique; wait 2–5 seconds between pops — strikes often come on the drop

Specs

Available Colors