Jackall

There's a band of water most lures ignore. Not the surface, not two feet down — the few inches just underneath, where bass sit looking up at a topwater bait and refuse to break through for it.

That's what this bait is for. The Riser Bait 007 has a metal lip angled up instead of down, so water pressure that would drive a normal lure under drives this one toward the surface. It runs just beneath the film with a subtle wake and a tight rolling action — drawing fish upward without ever asking them to commit to the top.

Short version: 2.8", 5/16 oz, subsurface wake bait. Eight colors.

Not a Topwater — and That's the Point

Everyone has had the day where fish boil behind a walking bait, push a wake at it, and turn off at the last second. They're up, they're interested, and they will not eat something on the surface.

A riser bait solves that specific problem. It gives them the same rising, fleeing target one layer down, where a fish can eat it without leaving the water. Jackall's own framing: it's built for surface-oriented fish that won't commit to traditional topwater.

Fish it when the topwater bite teases you and dies.

What the 007 Means

It's the length in millimetres. The 007 is 70mm and the 012 is 120mm — Japanese naming convention, not a model year. If you've been searching for a "Riser Bait 70," this is it.

How to Work It

Steady retrieve. The lip does the work — no rod cadence required, unlike a walking bait that needs you to feed it rhythm. Reel and let it rise and roll.

Speed controls depth. Faster brings it closer to the film and increases the wake; slower lets it run a little deeper. Find the level fish are holding at and stay there.

Let it sink. A lot of our customers count it down and retrieve it well under the surface. The same upward lip gives it a rising, erratic track down there — and on days fish won't come up at all, that's often the bite.

007 or 012?

Fishing It Around Santa Clarita

This is the bait for the morning when stripers are boiling and nothing on top gets eaten. We publish Castaic Lake fishing reports with current conditions — worth a read before you drive out.

Picking a Color

Recommended Gear

• Rod: medium power, moderate action, 6'8" to 7'2". A fast tip pulls trebles on a strike you never see coming.
• Line: braid to a fluorocarbon or mono leader. Fluoro is fine here — unlike a true topwater, this bait isn't fighting to stay on the surface.

Pro Tips from the Tackle Express Crew

• Don't bend the bill. The upward lip is the entire mechanism. Bend it and the bait won't rise or track. Handle it accordingly in the box and when you unhook a fish.
• Use it as your follow-up. When a fish boils on your walking bait and misses, throw this back at the same spot. Same fish, one layer down.
• Vary speed before you change color. Retrieve speed sets how deep it runs and how much wake it throws — that's your main adjustment.
• Wait to feel weight. Strikes come from below and you often see the wake before you feel the fish.

Common Mistakes

• Fishing it like a walking bait. It doesn't need rod cadence. Reel and let the lip do it.
• Expecting surface blowups. The bait runs under the film — most strikes are a bulge or a wake, not a splash.
• Setting on sight instead of feel. Reel down until you feel weight.
• A bent or tweaked lip. Once the bill is out of true, the bait is finished.

Specifications

Jackall does not publish treble hook size for the 007. Call the shop and we'll check one out of the case for you.

What's Included

One Jackall Riser Bait 007 in the color selected, factory rigged with trebles. No spare hooks or split rings included.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it a topwater?
Not exactly. It runs just beneath the surface with a wake and a rolling action — Jackall built it for fish that are looking up but won't break the surface for a true topwater.

What does "007" mean?
The length in millimetres — 70mm. The 012 is 120mm.

How do I fish it?
Steady retrieve. The lip does the work; no rod cadence needed. Speed controls how close to the surface it runs.

Can I fish it deeper?
Yes — let it sink and retrieve steady. Plenty of our customers do, and it gets bit on days fish won't come up at all.

007 or 012?
007 for a subtle wake in clear or pressured water on standard tackle. 012 when you want a bigger push and more reach.

What rod and line?
Medium power, moderate action. Braid to a leader, or fluorocarbon straight through — unlike a true topwater, sinking line isn't working against this bait.

What species does it catch?
Largemouth and smallmouth bass primarily, and stripers feeding near the surface.

Why did my bait stop running right?
Check the lip. It's the whole mechanism, and a bend from a hookset, a rock, or a crowded tray changes how the bait tracks.

Related Gear

• Jackall Riser Bait 012 — the 4.7" big-profile version.
• Topwater Fishing Lures — poppers, walking baits, and frogs.
• All Jackall — the full lineup.
• Freshwater Lures — cranks, jerkbaits, and soft plastics.

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. If the surface bite has been teasing you all week, this is the bait we'd hand you. Call the shop or read this week's Castaic report before you go.

The amazing detail and incredible action of the Jackall Rerange Jerkbait is unmatched by any other jerkbait.  This 110 size jerkbait will dive about 4 feet while making a high pitched rolling action.  When twitched and jerked, the darting action has purpose and won't have regular movements enticing more strikes.  

Engineered with an advanced “TG Zero Friction” weight transfer system, the Jackall Rerange Jerkbait features a fluororesin covered tungsten weight, which slides from end-to-end to extend casting distance and enhance action.

Unmatched in outright attraction, the Jackall Rerange Jerkbait produces an erratic, yet balanced lurch that lets bass know that there’s an easy meal within reach. Offered in a number of highly detailed colors, the Jackall Rerange Jerkbait is built with advanced internals that produce superior performance.

The advanced, zero friction weight transfer system allows anglers to cast farther and bring the fish to the bait for an easy catch. With realistic paint jobs and the right action, the Jackall Rerange Jerkbait is an excellent choice for anglers looking to score big.

• Compact Metal Body: Compact design allows for long casts to maximize your fishing
• Original Jackall Blade: The rear blade gives out flashes and vibration. The bearing swivel allows it to move better with a lift and fall technique
• Special Tube: located in the rear, this special tube reduces line tangles

The Jackall Pompadour topwater wake bait features two unique metal wings that, upon casting, tuck away tight to the body for those long casts. Once the lure hits the water and you begin the retrieve, the metal wings open up creating a very unique wobble and a huge wake.

On the rear of the bait there is a pivoting propeller that slides back and forth creating a deep gurgling sound and leaving a tantalizing trail of bubbles. This, combined with the metal wings and the bulky body of the bait means that this lure displaces A LOT of water and will call fish up from even the deepest depths.

The Jackall Pompadour is sure to be a killer during those summertime night tournaments.

3in

3/4oz

The Jackall Flick Shake with JDM Formula is a premium finesse soft bait designed for bass fishing, crafted by Jackall’s expert Seiji Kato. Its innovative curved body creates a lifelike squirming action with subtle vibrations, mimicking natural prey to trigger strikes from wary bass. The JDM formula, infused with high salt content (up to five times more in the 4.8" 500 model), enhances sinking speed, casting distance, and bite retention, while a shrimp-based scent adds realistic appeal.

Key Features:

• Curved Body Design: Produces a unique rolling and shimmying motion on the fall, ideal for enticing cautious fish.
• JDM Formula: High-density, salt-injected plastic ensures faster sinking and prolonged bites.
• Live Bait Scent: Shrimp-based odor enhances attraction for bass and other species.
• Versatile Rigging: Optimized for Jighead Wacky Rig, but also effective in no-sinker wacky, drop shot, Texas, and Neko rigs. Pairs best with Jackall’s Flick Shake Tungsten Jig Head for superior hook sets.
• Proven Performance: Trusted by tournament anglers like Seiji Kato, Kota Kiriyama, and Cody Meyer.
• Multiple Sizes and Colors: Available in 2.5" (Micro Flick), 3.8", 4.8", 5.8", 6.8", and 9.8", with colors like Green Pumpkin Pepper, Cola Red Flake, and Sight Magic.

Specifications:

• Sizes: 2.5" (8 per pack), 3.8" (10 per pack), 4.8" (8 per pack), 5.8" (7 per pack), 6.8" (7 per pack), 9.8" (7 per pack).
• Material: Salt-injected soft plastic with live bait scent.
• Recommended Setup: Use with a short-shank drop shot hook or wacky jig head, paired with 6 lb. fluorocarbon line and a light action spinning rod.

Why Choose It?

The Flick Shake with JDM Formula excels in finesse fishing, particularly for pressured bass or clear water. Its unique curve and high-density composition deliver a dynamic, water-pushing action that outperforms standard worms, making it a versatile and reliable choice for anglers of all skill levels.

The Jackall Pompadour Jr. is a smaller version of the large pompadour and it may just be better than the original!  We think this new size is perfect for fish that aren't willing to attack the bigger original Jackall Pompadour.

The Jackall Pompadour Jr features two unique metal wings that, upon casting, tuck away tight to the body for those long casts. Once the lure hits the water and you begin the retrieve, the metal wings open up creating a very unique wobble and a huge wake.

On the rear of the bait there is a pivoting propeller that slides back and forth creating a deep gurgling sound and leaving a tantalizing trail of bubbles. This, combined with the metal wings and the bulky body of the bait means that this lure displaces A LOT of water and will call fish up from even the deepest depths.

60mm

2.36 inches

5/8oz

The Jackall Gantarel Jr. is a miniature edition of its larger sibling, configured to replicate a Bluegill swimbait. Its S-Motions are designed to draw strikes from bass. These motions can be initiated with a quick tweak of the rod tip, enabling the bait to complete a 180 degree turn.

This bluegill style swimbait features swiveling hook hangars and a swiveling line tie that helps reduce line twists. It also features an addition loop on the chin of the bait that allows you to add a weight to make the bait slow sink, fast sink, or even a suspending bait. Finally, the hooks are dressed with premium feathers.

The Jackall Gantarel Jr. Hard Body Swimbait measures 5 inches and weighs 1.5 ounces, designed with slow-floating buoyancy. Its dual-jointed body produces a realistic S-shaped swimming action, while the swiveling line-tie minimizes line twist. Rotating hook hangers eliminate leverage, enhancing hook sets. This swimbait can execute sharp 180-degree turns with quick rod tip movements or rapid handle turns, making it highly effective for enticing fish.

The Jackall Gantarel provides an ultra-realistic impression of Bluegill, thus aiding anglers in enticing strike action from bass. It functions as a floater, yet is capable of diving to a depth of 3ft when retrieved, courtesy of its molded, elongated pectoral fins for stabilization.

The Gantarel brings the deadly S-Motions to a Bluegill style bait. It can do a full 180 with a sharp jerk of your rod tip which will draw those vicious, reaction strikes.

The Jackall Gantarel features swiveling hook hangars and a swiveling line tie that helps reduce line twists. It also features an addition loop on the chin of the bait that allows you to add a weight to make the bait slow sink, fast sink, or even a suspending bait. Finally, the hooks are dressed with premium feathers.

6.3in

2.45oz

The Jackall Dooon Spinnerbait features a tight action, great search bait, and balanced design to create an efficient lure. The ability to adapt to quick or slow retrieves and its realistic imitations of both small and large bait fish make this an ideal choice for any user. It is constructed with a unique blade design and durable wire, as well as a unique head with eye for an aesthetically pleasing presentation. It is crafted with premium components for superior performance.

The Jackall Rhythm Wave is a premium soft paddle tail swimbait designed to deliver lifelike action and durability for both freshwater and saltwater anglers. Its keel-shaped body and shad-like paddle tail produce a rhythmic, metronome-like kicking action that remains effective even with slow retrieves. This swimbait is ideal for various rigging techniques, including weightless, Texas rig, swim jig, and umbrella rigs (A-Rigs), making it a versatile addition to any tackle box.

Key Features:

• Keel-Shaped Body: Ensures stable swimming action and consistent performance.

• Shad-Like Paddle Tail: Delivers a natural, enticing wobble that attracts predatory fish.

• Versatile Rigging Options: Suitable for weightless, Texas rig, swim jig, and umbrella rigs.

• Durable Construction: Holds up well to multiple fish, reducing the need for frequent replacements.

• Available Sizes: 2.8", 3.8", 4.8", and 5.8" to match various fishing conditions and target species.

Whether you're targeting bass, walleye, or other predatory fish, the Jackall Rhythm Wave offers a reliable and effective solution to enhance your fishing experience.

A new and deeper diving addition to the incredibly effective Rerange series, the Jackall Rerange 110MR Jerkbaits allow you to target fish holding further offshore or in deeper pockets. The Jackall Rerange 110MR’s are a step above other jerkbaits in-terms of innovation and technical performance, they deliver a deadly twitch-driven action that big, bait-hungry fish won’t be able to resist. Engineered with an advanced “TG Zero Friction” weight transfer system, the Jackall Rerange 110MR Jerkbait features a fluororesin covered tungsten weight, which slides from end-to-end to extend casting distance and enhance action.

Unmatched in outright attraction, the Jackall Rerange Jerkbaits produce an erratic, yet balanced lurch that lets bass know that there’s an easy meal within reach. Offered in the same highly detailed and highly effective colors, the Jackall Rerange 110MR Jerkbaits are built with advanced internals that produce superior performance.

Designed with precision and cutting-edge technology, the Jackall TN 70 Lipless Crankbait stands out among its competitors. Its unique tungsten lip and revamped weight transfer system allow for unprecedented control, ensuring a smooth and accurate swim at any speed. Available in a variety of premium colors, this crankbait is truly in a league of its own.

The Jackall TN 80 Lipless Crankbaits has unique features that you won't find in any other lipless crankbait.  It features a Tungsten Mouth System on the lip that allows the lure to stand up when it hits the bottom.  This creates more vibration and a greater sound since a space is created within the inside of the bait.

The unique design of the bait allows it to have very good balance for slow retrieves when tough fishing conditions dictate a slower finesse approach.  It casts extremely well allowing you to cover more water and catch more fish.  We like to crawl it on the bottom like jig in the winter and rip it through the grass in the summer.  Tie one on the next time you get on the water, you'll see the difference.  

 3.1 inch

1oz

The Jackall Keeburn Blade Bait is comprised of a unique mixture of metal and circuit board material that results in an amplified vibration. Sending reverberations through your hand the moment the reel handle starts to turn, the Jackall Keeburn Blade Bait’s head remains still while the bait shimmies, stabilizing the bait at high speeds.

Offered in a number of high quality finishes, the Jackall Keeburn Blade Bait uses a new take on traditional blade bait design to achieve a strong wobble and unmatched attraction.

Engineered for precision and realism, the Jackall Driftfry is a 3, 4, and 5-inch soft jerkbait meticulously designed to imitate small baitfish in finesse applications. Developed in Japan with input from professional anglers, the Driftfry combines lifelike aesthetics with refined performance to give you the upper hand when fish are hesitant or highly pressured.

Key Features:

• Realistic Profile and Action:
  The Driftfry’s slim baitfish profile, detailed scale pattern, and 3D eyes mimic the look and movement of natural forage. Its subtle side-to-side darting motion, especially on hover or free rig setups, perfectly replicates a dying or distressed baitfish.

• Soft, Buoyant Body Material:
  Made from ultra-soft plastic, the Driftfry 3.0 offers excellent pliability, enhancing both action and hook-up ratio. Its slow sink rate allows for a more natural fall, which is critical when targeting suspended fish.

• Belly Slit for Versatile Rigging:
  The slit on the underside makes it easy to rig with a hover-strolling jig head, dropshot, small ball-head jig, or even weightless with an offset hook for a stealthy approach.

• Scent-Infused Formula:
  Pre-loaded with Jackall’s signature scent to encourage longer holds and increased strikes, especially when finesse techniques call for minimal movement and maximum realism.

Specifications:

• Length: 3.0 inches (75mm), 4.0 inches (101.6mm), and 5.0 inches (127mm).

• Weight: ~3.0 1/16 oz, 4.0 1/11 oz, 5.0 1/8 oz

• Material: Soft plastic with infused scent

• Rigging Options: Dropshot, jig head, hover rig, free rig, weightless

• Target Species: Bass, trout, crappie, perch, and other predator fish

• Recommended Gear: Spinning setup with light fluorocarbon or braid-to-leader.  For 5.2 inch model use a casting setup with 8-10 fluorocarbon or braid-to-leader.

There's a band of water most lures ignore. Not the surface, not two feet down — the few inches just underneath, where bass sit looking up at a topwater bait and refuse to break through for it.

The 012 is the loud version of the answer. A metal lip angled up forces the bait toward the surface on the retrieve, and at 4.7 inches it throws a rolling wake with real push and flash — pulling fish from distance without ever asking them to leave the water.

Short version: 4.7", 1-1/8 oz, subsurface wake bait, two hooks. The big-profile Riser Bait.

Not a Topwater — and That's the Point

Fish boil behind a walking bait, push a wake at it, and turn off at the last second. They're up, they're interested, and they will not eat something on the surface.

A riser bait gives them the same rising target one layer down, where they can eat it without leaving the water. Jackall's own framing: it's for bass hunting upward but ignoring traditional topwater.

Fish it when the topwater bite teases you and dies.

Why the Big One

• Reach. Over an ounce of bait casts a long way, and the wake it throws calls fish from further than the 70mm version can.
• Covering water. Expansive flats, drop edges, feeding lanes — the 012 is a search bait for shallow zones.
• Bigger fish, bigger forage. 4.7 inches matches full-size shad and herring rather than the small stuff.
• Visibility. Stronger push and more flash, which is what you want when fish are scattered or the water isn't clean.

What the 012 Means

It's the length in millimetres. The 012 is 120mm and the 007 is 70mm — Japanese naming convention, not a model year.

How to Work It

Steady retrieve. The lip does the work — no rod cadence needed, unlike a walking bait that has to be fed rhythm.

Speed controls depth and wake. Faster brings it tighter to the film and increases the push; slower lets it run a little deeper. Find the level the fish are at and hold it.

Let it sink. Count it down and retrieve steady and the same upward lip gives it a rising, erratic track well under the surface. On days fish won't come up at all, that's often the bite.

007 or 012?

Start with the 007 if you're new to riser baits — it fishes on tackle most anglers already own. Step up when you know you need the distance.

Fishing It Around Santa Clarita

A big, long-casting wake bait earns its keep when stripers are boiling out of reach and nothing on top gets eaten. We publish Castaic Lake fishing reports with current conditions — worth a read before you drive out.

Picking a Color

Recommended Gear

• Rod: medium-heavy, moderate action, 7' or longer. This is over an ounce of bait — a light rod folds on the cast. A fast tip pulls trebles on the strike.
• Line: braid to a fluorocarbon or mono leader. Fluoro is fine here — unlike a true topwater, this bait isn't fighting to stay on the surface.

Pro Tips from the Tackle Express Crew

• Don't bend the bill. The upward lip is the entire mechanism. Bend it and the bait won't rise or track.
• Use it as your follow-up. When a fish boils on your walking bait and misses, throw this at the same spot. Same fish, one layer down.
• Vary speed before you change color. Retrieve speed sets depth and wake — that's your main adjustment.
• Wait to feel weight. Strikes come from below; you'll often see the bulge before you feel the fish.

Common Mistakes

• Undergunned rod. The most common reason this bait disappoints — 1-1/8 oz needs a rod that can load it.
• Expecting surface blowups. It runs under the film. Most strikes are a bulge or a wake, not a splash.
• Working it like a walking bait. No rod cadence required. Reel and let the lip do it.
• A bent or tweaked lip. Once the bill is out of true, the bait is finished.

Specifications

Jackall does not publish treble hook size for the 012. Call the shop and we'll check one out of the case for you. Colors offered vary by production run — the selector above is the live list.

What's Included

One Jackall Riser Bait 012 in the color selected, factory rigged with two trebles. No spare hooks or split rings included.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it a topwater?
Not exactly. It runs just beneath the surface with a rolling wake — Jackall built it for bass hunting upward that are ignoring traditional topwater.

What does "012" mean?
The length in millimetres — 120mm, or 4.7". The 007 is 70mm.

What rod do I need?
Medium-heavy, moderate action, 7' or longer. At 1-1/8 oz this is a real load.

007 or 012?
007 for a subtle wake in clear or pressured water on standard tackle. 012 when you need reach, volume, and a bigger profile.

How do I fish it?
Steady retrieve. The lip does the work; speed controls how close to the surface it runs and how much wake it throws.

Can I fish it deeper?
Yes — let it sink and retrieve steady. It tracks with a rising, erratic action down there.

What species does it catch?
Largemouth and smallmouth bass primarily, and stripers feeding near the surface.

Why did my bait stop running right?
Check the lip. It's the whole mechanism, and a bend changes how the bait tracks.

Related Gear

• Jackall Riser Bait 007 — the 2.8" subtle version.
• Topwater Fishing Lures — poppers, walking baits, and frogs.
• All Jackall — the full lineup.
• Freshwater Lures — cranks, jerkbaits, and soft plastics.

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 whether your rod will throw an ounce and an eighth, or whether the 007 is the better call? Call the shop or come in — short conversation, saves you buying the wrong one first.

Designed with precision and cutting-edge technology, the Jackall TN 50 Lipless Crankbait stands out among its competitors. Its unique tungsten lip and revamped weight transfer system allow for unprecedented control, ensuring a smooth and accurate swim at any speed. Available in a variety of premium colors, this crankbait is truly in a league of its own.

Jackall Rerange 95mm Jerkbait – The ultimate suspending jerkbait engineered for precision casting and erratic action that triggers aggressive strikes from bass, walleye, and other predatory gamefish.

Key Features

• Perfect Suspending Action: Neutrally buoyant design holds in the strike zone longer, giving fish more time to commit
• Erratic Darting Motion: Sharp side-to-side deflection on the twitch mimics wounded baitfish
• Premium Japanese Craftsmanship: Jackall's legendary attention to detail and tournament-proven performance
• Versatile Depth Range: Dives 3-5 feet, ideal for targeting suspended fish and working structure
• Realistic Finishes: Lifelike paint schemes and 3D eyes trigger instinctive strikes
• Sharp Treble Hooks: Equipped with sticky-sharp hooks for solid hooksets

Specifications

• Length: 95mm (3.7")
• Weight: 2 oz
• Type: Suspending Jerkbait
• Depth: 3-5 feet
• Hooks: Premium trebles

Fishing Techniques

Work the Rerange with a classic jerk-jerk-pause cadence to trigger reaction strikes. Vary your retrieve speed and pause duration based on water temperature and fish activity. In colder water, slow down your cadence and extend pauses up to 10 seconds. During active feeding periods, speed up your retrieve with sharper twitches.

Target Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Walleye, Pike, Muskie

Whether you're working rocky points, submerged timber, or open water suspending fish, the Jackall Rerange 95mm delivers the realistic action and premium quality that serious anglers demand.

The Jackall Live Darter is designed to replicate the lifelike movement of a fleeing baitfish, giving anglers an ultra-realistic presentation that triggers aggressive strikes. Built with a multi-jointed body, durable hardware, and a precisely engineered weighting system, the Live Darter swims with a natural, darting action that performs in both fast and slow retrieves.

Whether you’re targeting pressured largemouth, smallmouth, spotted bass, or northern predators, the Live Darter offers unmatched realism in clear and stained water. Its detailed finish, 3D eyes, and natural body shape make it one of the most convincing baitfish imitators on the market. Ideal for anglers who demand high performance from their swimbaits and need a lure that consistently produces results in tournaments or weekend trips alike.

Key Features

• Ultra-Realistic Swimming Action – Multi-joint design creates natural, darting motion.

• Tournament-Grade Hardware – Strong hooks and split rings for reliable hooksets.

• Natural Baitfish Profile – Detailed body, premium paint scheme, and 3D eyes for maximum realism.

• Versatile Retrieve – Works on slow rolls, quick darts, stop-and-go, and yo-yo presentations.

• Effective in Clear or Stained Water – Designed to stand out while maintaining a natural appearance.

• Great for Multiple Species – Bass, pike, walleye, and other predator fish.