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The Frog That Changed Everything

The SPRO Bronzeye Frog 65 is the Dean Rojas Signature Series hollow body frog that redefined topwater frog fishing. Tournament-proven and angler-trusted, this is the lure that raised the bar — and it's still the benchmark every other frog is measured against. Whether you're punching through thick lily pads or walking it across open water, the Bronzeye 65 delivers.

Built for the Strike Zone

At 5/8 oz and 65mm, the Bronzeye hits the sweet spot between castability and profile. It's weighted to land belly-down cast after cast, so you spend more time fishing and less time re-rigging. The soft hollow body collapses on the hookset, and the specially designed Gamakatsu Double Frog Hooks drive home with authority.

Where Standard Frogs Fall Short

Most hollow body frogs either ride too high in the water, spin on the cast, or land hook-side up. The Bronzeye 65 was engineered to solve all three. Its precision weighting system ensures a consistent belly-down landing, its aerodynamic profile cuts through wind for long-distance casts, and its hook geometry maximizes conversion on explosive topwater strikes.

Soft Body, Hard Results

The collapsible soft body is the key to the Bronzeye's legendary hookup ratio. When a bass blows up on it, the body compresses instantly — exposing both Gamakatsu hooks for a solid, deep hookset. No more short strikes. No more missed fish.

The Right Pick If...

• You're fishing matted vegetation, lily pads, or slop where other lures can't go
• You want a frog that walks easily with minimal rod work
• You need a lure that casts far and lands right every time
• You're targeting largemouth bass in warm-water conditions
• You want tournament-proven performance in a proven color lineup

Best Frog Fishing Techniques

• Walking the Dog: Twitch the rod tip rhythmically to create a side-to-side walk on the surface
• Dead Sticking: Let it sit motionless over a pocket in the weeds — let the bass come to it
• Burning: Reel fast across open water to trigger reaction strikes
• Popping: Short, sharp twitches to create a splash-and-pause action

Best Conditions

• Summer and early fall when bass are shallow and aggressive
• Overcast days when bass are more likely to be on top
• Low-light periods — early morning and late evening
• Heavy cover: lily pads, hydrilla mats, duckweed, and emergent vegetation
• Post-spawn when bass are guarding shallow flats

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Pike, Muskie
• Techniques: Topwater, Frog Fishing, Heavy Cover, Open Water Walking
• Conditions: Warm water, heavy vegetation, low-light, post-spawn

Key Features

• Dean Rojas Signature Series design
• 5/8 oz weight — optimal for long-distance casting
• 65mm profile — natural baitfish/frog size
• Precision belly-down weighting system
• Specially designed Gamakatsu Double Frog Hooks
• Collapsible soft hollow body for maximum hookup ratio
• 24 color patterns to match any water condition
• Fishes effectively in heavy cover and open water

Models & Colors

Tackle Express Tips

• Go Heavy on Braid: Use 50–65 lb braided line for frog fishing. Braid cuts through vegetation and gives you the power to horse fish out of heavy cover.
• Match the Color to Clarity: In stained or dark water, go with dark colors like Midnight Walker or Black Widow. In clear water or bright sun, try Natural Green or Albino.
• Pause After the Splash: When a bass misses the frog, resist the urge to reel away. Let it sit for 3–5 seconds — a second strike is very common.

FAQ

What size rod should I use with the SPRO Bronzeye Frog 65?
A heavy or extra-heavy 7'–7'6" baitcasting rod is ideal. You need the backbone to drive the hooks home and pull fish out of thick cover.

Is the Bronzeye Frog 65 weedless?
Yes. The hooks ride point-up against the soft body, making it virtually snag-free through lily pads, hydrilla, and other heavy vegetation.

How do I know when to set the hook?
Wait until you feel the weight of the fish before setting. Count "one-one-thousand" after the strike, then sweep hard to the side with a powerful hookset.

The Sound That Bass Can't Ignore

The River2Sea Whopper Plopper 130 is one of the most iconic topwater lures ever made — and for good reason. That deep, hollow whopping sound produced by the rotating tail is unlike anything else on the water. Crawl it so slowly you can barely hear the tail, or rip it fast so it throws water like a swamp buggy. Either way, it gets bit. Cast it a mile, dial in your retrieve speed, and let the sound do the work.

Engineered to Run Perfect, Right Out of the Box

The Whopper Plopper's propeller-style tail is perfectly tuned from the factory and stays flexible and fish-catching forever. No tweaking, no tuning, no adjustments — just tie it on and go. The tail rotates smoothly across a wide range of retrieve speeds, producing alluring rumbles and multi-octave splashing that triggers strikes from bass, pike, musky, and stripers.

Why Standard Prop Baits Fall Short

Most prop baits are noisy at one speed and dead at another. The Whopper Plopper produces fish-catching sound and action from a dead-slow crawl all the way to a fast burn — giving you a versatile topwater that adapts to the mood of the fish. When bass are finicky, slow it down. When they're aggressive, speed it up. The Plopper works either way.

Built to Last, Built to Cast

Pre-rigged with two size #1 premium black nickel treble hooks, the Whopper Plopper 130 is ready to fish the moment it comes out of the package. The durable body handles rocks, wood, and hard-fighting fish without losing its action, and its aerodynamic profile launches exceptionally long casts for a topwater of its size — covering more water and reaching fish that other lures can't.

The Right Pick If...

• You want a topwater that works at any retrieve speed
• You're targeting largemouth, smallmouth, pike, musky, or striped bass
• You need a lure that casts far and covers open water efficiently
• Walking baits and poppers aren't triggering strikes
• You want a proven, tournament-tested topwater with a massive color selection

Best Retrieve Techniques

• Slow Crawl: Barely-there retrieve — just enough to keep the tail ticking. Deadly in calm conditions and post-spawn
• Medium Steady: The bread-and-butter retrieve — consistent tail rotation with a rhythmic whopping sound
• Fast Burn: Rip it across the surface throwing water — triggers reaction strikes from aggressive fish
• Stop and Go: Vary your retrieve speed to create an erratic, fleeing-baitfish action

Best Conditions

• Calm to lightly choppy surface — the tail sound carries best in calmer water
• Low-light periods — early morning and late evening when bass are most active on top
• Post-spawn through fall when bass are chasing baitfish on the surface
• Summer feeding windows over open flats, points, and submerged structure
• Any body of water where big fish are looking up — lakes, reservoirs, rivers, ponds

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Pike, Musky, Striped Bass
• Techniques: Slow roll, medium steady retrieve, fast burn, stop-and-go
• Conditions: Calm to choppy surface, low-light, post-spawn, summer and fall feeding windows
• Water: Lakes, reservoirs, rivers, ponds — anywhere big fish are looking up

Key Features

• Propeller-style rotating tail creates powerful surface commotion
• Produces deep, hollow whopping sound across all retrieve speeds
• Pre-rigged with 2x size #1 premium black nickel treble hooks
• Perfectly tuned tail — no adjustments needed, stays flexible forever
• Exceptional casting distance for a topwater of its size
• Extremely durable body — handles rocks, wood, and hard-fighting fish
• 12 proven color patterns to match any water condition

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Start Slow, Speed Up: Begin your retrieve at a slow crawl and gradually increase speed until you find the cadence the fish want that day. The Plopper produces at every speed — let the fish tell you what they want.
• Match the Color to Forage: In shad-heavy lakes, go with Phantom Shad, Chubby, or Crystal Minnow. In perch or bluegill fisheries, try Perch or Munky Butt. In stained water, Blue Blood and Rat Ta Tat create the best silhouette.
• Use a Loop Knot: A loop knot (like a Rapala knot) gives the Whopper Plopper maximum freedom of movement and enhances the tail action, especially at slower retrieve speeds.

FAQ

What rod and line setup works best with the Whopper Plopper 130?
A medium-heavy 7'–7'6" casting rod with 30–50 lb braided line is ideal. Braid floats and keeps the lure riding high on the surface, while the sensitivity lets you feel the tail action and detect any change in retrieve speed.

How do I know if the tail is tuned correctly?
The tail should rotate freely and consistently at slow retrieve speeds. If it's not spinning, check for debris caught in the tail joint. The Whopper Plopper comes factory-tuned and rarely needs adjustment.

Can I use the Whopper Plopper 130 for pike and musky?
Absolutely. The 5 in, 1 3/8 oz profile is a great pike and musky topwater, especially in summer when fish are shallow and aggressive. Upgrade to heavier treble hooks if you're specifically targeting large musky.

The Glide Bait That Made Glide Baits Mainstream

The River2Sea S-Waver is a two-piece hard glide bait built around River2Sea's exclusive pin-and-tenon hinge and finished with a soft PVC tail. That combination produces the wide, unhurried S-shaped swimming motion the bait is named for. It comes in two sizes — the 120S at 4.75" and the 168S at 6.75" — and both run sub-surface at roughly a foot on a steady retrieve.

Why Anglers Reach for the S-Waver

Most hard baits announce themselves. The S-Waver doesn't. The hinge lets the two halves swing wide and glide on a straight, slow retrieve without any rod input at all, so the bait covers water with a big, lazy profile that reads as an unhurried baitfish rather than something fleeing. On pressured fish that have refused everything faster, that difference is the whole point.

The Problem With Working a Glide Bait Too Hard

The most common way to fish this bait badly is to fish it like a jerkbait. Hard twitches kill the glide and collapse the S into a stutter. The hinge is doing the work — your job is mostly to reel slowly and stay out of its way. A twitch is for changing direction and triggering a follower, not for generating the action.

What Sets It Apart

• River2Sea's exclusive pin-and-tenon hinge — the source of the S-action
• Soft PVC tail that keeps swimming when the body pauses
• Two-piece hard body in two sizes, 4.75" and 6.75"
• Sub-surface runner at roughly one foot on a steady retrieve
• River2Sea BN treble hooks fitted from the factory
• Twenty-two size and color combinations in stock, including trout, bluegill, and shad patterns

The Right Pick If…

• You're fishing clear water where fish get a long look at the bait
• You want to cover water without burning a lure past fish
• You're targeting bigger-than-average bass and willing to trade bite count for size
• You've watched fish follow and refuse faster presentations

Choosing Your Size

• 120S — 4.75", 1 3/16 oz: The approachable size. Throwable on a heavy bass rod, fewer refusals, and it still draws quality fish. Start here if this is your first glide bait. Fitted with #4 and #6 trebles.
• 168S — 6.75", 1 5/8 oz: The big-fish size. More water displaced, more commitment from the fish that eat it, fewer bites overall. Wants a proper swimbait rod. Fitted with two #2 trebles.

Best Techniques

• Straight slow retrieve: The default. Cast, let it settle, and reel slowly and steadily — the hinge generates the S without any help
• Pause and glide: Stop the reel mid-retrieve and let the bait coast sideways. Most strikes on the 168S come on the glide, not the pull
• Twitch to trigger: When a fish follows without committing, one sharp twitch turns the bait ninety degrees and often converts the follow
• Count down over structure: Both sizes sink slowly, so you can count them down to a specific depth before starting the retrieve

Best Conditions

• Clear to lightly stained water — the action is visual, and fish need to see it
• Pressured lakes and reservoirs where fast reaction baits have stopped working
• Open water, points, and the outside edges of grass and timber
• Pre-spawn and fall, when bigger fish are actively hunting larger forage

Best For

• Species: Largemouth and smallmouth bass across both sizes; pike, musky, and striped bass more commonly on the 168S
• Techniques: Slow straight retrieve, pause-and-glide, twitch-to-trigger, countdown
• Environments: Freshwater lakes, reservoirs, open water, points, grass edges, timber

Key Features

• Two-piece hard glide bait with pin-and-tenon hinge
• Soft PVC tail
• Available in 120S (4.75", 1 3/16 oz) and 168S (6.75", 1 5/8 oz)
• Sub-surface running depth, approximately 1 ft
• River2Sea BN treble hooks — #4 and #6 on the 120S, two #2 on the 168S
• Eight colors in the 120S, fourteen in the 168S
• Trout, bluegill, shad, perch, and bone patterns available

Models & Specs

120S colors: Rainbow Trout, Lite Trout, Party Crasher, Baby Bass, Warden, Bluegill, Abalone Shad, Bone.
168S colors: Rainbow Trout, Lite Trout, Hitch, Party Crasher, Baby Bass, Warden, Bluegill, Abalone Shad, Bone, Yellow Perch, Crystal Minnow, Powder, Terminator, You Know It.

Tackle Express Tips

• Slow down, then slow down again: Nearly everyone fishes this bait too fast the first few trips. If you think you're reeling slowly enough, take another turn per second off it.
• Match the color to what they're eating: Rainbow Trout and Lite Trout on trout-stocked reservoirs, Bluegill around spawning flats and docks, Bone and Powder when the water is stained or the light is flat.
• Don't undergun the 168S: At 1 5/8 oz it's a genuine swimbait rod bait. Throwing it on a standard heavy bass setup costs you distance and beats up the rod.

FAQ

Which size should I start with?
The 120S. At 4.75" and 1 3/16 oz it casts on gear most bass anglers already own, it draws more bites than the larger size, and it still catches quality fish. Move to the 168S once you're confident in the retrieve and specifically hunting bigger fish.

How do I actually fish a glide bait?
Cast it, let it settle, and reel slowly and steadily — the pin-and-tenon hinge creates the S-action on its own with no rod work. Pause occasionally and let it coast sideways; that glide is when most strikes happen. Save sharp twitches for turning the bait when a fish follows without eating.

Is this a topwater bait?
No. The S-Waver is a sub-surface glide bait that runs roughly a foot down on a steady retrieve. If you're after a surface walking bait, that's a different category entirely.

The Walking Bait That Doesn't Walk Like the Rest

The River2Sea Rover is one of the most distinctive topwater walking baits on the market — and it's been proving itself on bass, pike, and stripers for years. Designed by B.A.S.S. and MLF Pro Scott Martin, the Rover doesn't glide side-to-side like a traditional walking bait. Instead, its exaggeratedly cupped mouth and unique body geometry produce a choppy, slashing action that triggers reaction strikes from fish that have seen every other topwater in the box.

A Walk Unlike Any Other

Most walking baits produce a smooth, predictable glide. The Rover's cupped mouth catches water on each twitch, creating an erratic, aggressive side-to-side slash that mimics a wounded baitfish struggling on the surface. That unpredictable action is exactly what triggers the competitive feeding instinct in bass — especially on pressured fisheries where fish have learned to ignore standard presentations.

When Standard Walking Baits Get Ignored

On heavily pressured lakes, bass see Zara Spooks and similar walking baits all day long. The Rover's choppy, slashing action looks and sounds different — different enough to draw strikes from fish that have shut down on everything else. When your go-to walking bait stops producing, tie on the Rover.

Two Sizes, One Action

The Rover comes in two sizes to match the forage and the fish. The Size 98 (3 7/8 in, 7/16 oz) is the finesse option — perfect for pressured fish, smaller forage, and medium-action gear. The Size 128 (5 in, 3/4 oz) is the big-water version — built for covering open flats, targeting larger fish, and throwing on heavier baitcasting tackle. Both are pre-rigged with premium Daiichi treble hooks and ready to fish out of the package.

The Right Pick If...

• Standard walking baits are getting ignored on pressured water
• You want a topwater with a more aggressive, erratic action
• You're targeting largemouth, smallmouth, pike, or striped bass on the surface
• You need a walking bait that casts well and covers water efficiently
• You want a Scott Martin-designed bait with a proven tournament track record

Best Retrieve Techniques

• Standard Walk: Rhythmic rod-tip twitches with a steady retrieve — the Rover's cupped mouth does the rest, producing its signature choppy slash
• Pause and Walk: Walk 3–5 times, pause, then walk again — the pause often triggers strikes from following fish
• Slow Walk: Slower cadence for finicky fish or cold-front conditions — the Size 98 excels here
• Fast Burn: Aggressive, rapid twitches to cover water quickly and trigger reaction strikes from aggressive fish

Best Conditions

• Calm to lightly choppy surface — the slashing action is most visible in calmer water
• Low-light periods — early morning and late evening when bass are most active on top
• Post-spawn through fall when bass are chasing baitfish on the surface
• Pressured fisheries where standard walking baits have been picked apart
• Open flats, points, and main lake structure where fish are feeding on top

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Pike, Striped Bass
• Techniques: Topwater Walking, Walk-the-Dog, Pause-and-Walk
• Conditions: Calm to choppy surface, low-light, post-spawn, pressured fisheries, summer and fall

Key Features

• Designed by B.A.S.S. and MLF Pro Scott Martin
• Exaggeratedly cupped mouth produces choppy, slashing walk-the-dog action
• Unique body geometry creates erratic, unpredictable surface presentation
• Pre-rigged with premium Daiichi treble hooks
• Available in 2 sizes — Size 98 (finesse) and Size 128 (big water)
• Wide range of proven color patterns
• Exceptional casting distance for a walking bait

Models & Specs

Available Colors (Size 98)

Available Colors (Size 128)

Tackle Express Tips

• Size 98 for Finesse, Size 128 for Power: Use the 98 on spinning gear (10–15 lb braid + fluoro leader) for pressured fish and smaller forage. Use the 128 on a medium-heavy baitcaster with 20–30 lb braid when targeting bigger fish or covering open water.
• Match Color to Forage: Ghost Minnow, Crystal Minnow, and Horizon Shad excel in clear water with shad forage. Bluegill and Funky Tiger shine in bluegill-heavy fisheries. Chrome Black and T1000 are go-to low-light and stained-water colors.
• Use a Loop Knot: A Rapala loop knot gives the Rover maximum freedom of movement and enhances the cupped-mouth action, especially at slower retrieve speeds.

FAQ

What's the difference between the Size 98 and Size 128?
The Size 98 is 3 7/8 in and 7/16 oz — a finesse option ideal for pressured fish, spinning gear, and smaller forage. The Size 128 is 5 in and 3/4 oz — the big-water version for covering open flats and targeting larger fish on baitcasting tackle.

How is the Rover different from a standard walking bait like a Zara Spook?
The Rover's exaggeratedly cupped mouth creates a choppy, slashing action rather than a smooth glide. This more aggressive, erratic presentation is especially effective on pressured fish that have learned to ignore traditional walking baits.

What rod and line setup works best?
For the Size 98: a 6'10"–7'2" medium or medium-heavy spinning rod with 10–15 lb braid and a 10–12 lb fluorocarbon leader. For the Size 128: a 7'–7'6" medium-heavy baitcasting rod with 20–30 lb braid or monofilament.

Three Baits in One. Master of All of Them.

The Ima Square Bill Crankbait is Bassmaster Elite Angler Bill Lowen's signature design — a bait he dreamed about for decades and finally brought to life through countless conversations with Ima's engineers in Japan. Most square bills do one thing well. The Ima Square Bill does everything well: burn it, wake it, twitch it, or deflect it off cover. Mix them all on a single retrieve and watch what happens.

Built Around an Earth-Shaking Wobble

The Ima Square Bill's stubby, rounded body produces a wide, aggressive wobble that displaces water and triggers reaction strikes from bass holding tight to cover. The computer-chip lip deflects off wood, rock, and laydowns with a natural, erratic kick that mimics a fleeing baitfish. And two sticky-sharp Owner #6 treble hooks nail even the short strikers — though most bass absolutely choke this bait down.

Why Most Square Bills Have a Weakness

Most square bills are specialists. Some burn well but lose their action when waked. Others deflect off cover but fall apart on a fast retrieve. The Ima Square Bill was engineered to have no weakness — it performs at every speed and in every situation. That versatility is what makes it Bill Lowen's go-to bait and a must-have in any crankbait lineup.

Bill Lowen's Favorite Retrieve

Bill's preferred technique is to mix it all up on a single retrieve — twitching to waking, then reeling it down to three feet and burning it. That unpredictable, multi-speed presentation keeps bass guessing and triggers strikes from fish that have seen every standard crankbait retrieve. The Ima Square Bill is the only bait that can pull it off without losing its action.

The Right Pick If...

• You want a square bill that performs at every retrieve speed
• You're fishing shallow cover — wood, rock, laydowns, docks, and riprap
• You want a bait that deflects off structure with a natural, erratic kick
• Standard square bills are getting ignored on pressured water
• You want a tournament-proven design from a Bassmaster Elite pro

Best Retrieve Techniques

• Burning: Fast, steady retrieve to cover water quickly and trigger reaction strikes from aggressive fish
• Waking: Slow retrieve that keeps the bait just below the surface, creating a visible wake — deadly in low-light conditions
• Twitching: Erratic rod-tip twitches to create a darting, fleeing action — great for finicky fish
• Deflecting: Cast into cover and let the bait deflect off wood, rock, and laydowns — the kick on contact triggers reaction strikes
• Mixed Retrieve: Bill Lowen's favorite — twitch, wake, burn, and deflect all on one retrieve

Best Conditions

• Spring pre-spawn and spawn when bass are shallow and aggressive
• Fall when bass are chasing shad in shallow water
• Anytime bass are holding tight to shallow cover — wood, rock, docks, and riprap
• Stained to moderately clear water where the wobble and color carry
• Low-light periods when a waking retrieve draws fish from a distance

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass
• Techniques: Burning, Waking, Twitching, Deflecting, Mixed Retrieve
• Conditions: Shallow cover, stained water, spring pre-spawn, fall shad patterns

Key Features

• Bill Lowen (Bassmaster Elite) Signature Series design
• Stubby, rounded body produces an earth-shaking wide wobble
• Computer-chip lip deflects naturally off wood, rock, and laydowns
• Two sticky-sharp Owner #6 treble hooks
• Performs at every retrieve speed — burn, wake, twitch, or deflect
• No weakness — a true master of all square bill techniques
• 8 color patterns to match any forage or water condition

Models & Colors

Tackle Express Tips

• Match Color to Water Clarity: In clear water, go with natural patterns like Bluegill, Fred's Perch, or Silver Lining. In stained or murky water, reach for high-visibility colors like Chartreuse Smash, Barred Black Back Chart, or Hot Craw.
• Use Fluorocarbon: 12–15 lb fluorocarbon line sinks and keeps the bait in the strike zone longer. It also has less stretch than mono, giving you better feel for deflections and a more solid hookset.
• Let It Deflect: Don't steer the bait away from cover — aim directly at laydowns, stumps, and rocks. The natural kick on contact is one of the most strike-triggering moments in crankbait fishing.

FAQ

What depth does the Ima Square Bill run?
The Ima Square Bill is a shallow-running crankbait designed for the 1–3 foot depth range, making it ideal for fishing over shallow flats, around docks, and through shallow wood and rock cover.

What rod setup works best?
A medium or medium-heavy 7'–7'4" fiberglass or composite crankbait rod with a 6:1 reel and 12–15 lb fluorocarbon is ideal. The softer tip of a fiberglass rod loads up on the cast and keeps fish pinned during the fight without pulling hooks.

How is the Ima Square Bill different from other square bills?
Most square bills excel at one or two techniques. The Ima Square Bill was specifically engineered by Bill Lowen to perform equally well when burned, waked, twitched, or deflected off cover — making it one of the most versatile shallow crankbaits available.

Walks, Pops, Spits — All in One Bait

The Ima Big Stick is the result of years of development by Ima's Japanese engineering team and professional angler Randy Pringle — and it shows. At 7 inches and 1.75 oz, the Big Stick is a magnum topwater that can spit like a popper, walk like the hardest-sashaying walking bait on the market, and do it all without requiring expert technique or specialized gear. It's designed for conventional tackle, starts working the moment you begin your retrieve, and is built to handle anything from trophy bass to stripers, pike, and musky.

Eight Sound Chambers. One Unforgettable Presentation.

The Big Stick features eight individual sound chambers that create a massive ruckus at fast retrieve speeds — and can be dialed back to a subtle pop along the surface when fish are finicky. The rear-weighted design kicks the action into gear immediately on the retrieve and dramatically increases casting distance and accuracy. A unique head design pushes significant volumes of water on every direction change, creating a surface disturbance that draws fish from a distance.

Built for Trophy Fish, Not Just Bass

Most big topwaters are built for one species. The Big Stick is built for all of them. Wire-through construction, heavier split rings, and Owner ST-66 #1/0 treble hooks mean this bait can handle the shock of a 50 lb striper, a 40-inch musky, or a 10 lb largemouth without failing. The durable finish and premium hardware make it a legitimate multi-species weapon for both freshwater and saltwater applications.

Standard vs. Silent — Two Presentations, One Profile

The Big Stick comes in both a standard (rattling) version and a silent version. The standard model's eight sound chambers create aggressive noise and vibration — ideal for stained water, choppy conditions, and aggressive fish. The silent version relies entirely on its surface action and profile — perfect for clear water, pressured fish, and situations where noise spooks rather than attracts.

The Right Pick If...

• You want a big topwater that walks AND pops without switching baits
• You're targeting trophy largemouth, stripers, pike, or musky on the surface
• You need a topwater that casts far and starts working immediately on the retrieve
• You fish both freshwater and saltwater and want one bait that handles both
• You want a premium Japanese-engineered topwater with tournament-proven action

Best Retrieve Techniques

• Walk the Dog: Rhythmic rod-tip twitches produce a wide, aggressive side-to-side walk — the rear-weighted design makes this effortless
• Popping: Short, sharp twitches to spit water and pause — the unique head design creates a loud, aggressive pop
• Fast Burn: High-speed retrieve to activate all eight sound chambers and create maximum surface commotion
• Subtle Pop: Slow, gentle twitches for a quiet, subtle presentation — or use the silent version for pressured fish

Best Conditions

• Open water, main lake points, and offshore structure where big fish are feeding on top
• Early morning and late evening low-light periods
• Post-spawn through fall when trophy fish are chasing large baitfish
• Saltwater flats, jetties, and inshore structure for stripers and other coastal species
• Any situation where a large, aggressive topwater presentation is needed

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, Pike, Musky, Various Saltwater Species
• Techniques: Walk-the-Dog, Popping, Fast Burn, Subtle Pop
• Conditions: Open water, low-light, post-spawn, saltwater inshore, trophy fish situations

Key Features

• Designed by Ima Japan engineering team and Randy Pringle
• 7 in body length, 1.75 oz (50g) weight
• Eight individual sound chambers — loud at speed, subtle when needed
• Rear-weighted design for immediate action and long casting distance
• Unique head design pushes significant water volume on every direction change
• Wire-through construction for maximum durability
• Heavier split rings and Owner ST-66 #1/0 treble hooks
• Available in standard (rattling) and silent versions
• 16 color patterns for freshwater and saltwater applications

Models & Colors

Standard (Rattling) Versions

Silent Versions

Tackle Express Tips

• Go Heavy on Tackle: The Big Stick is 1.75 oz — use a heavy or extra-heavy 7'6"–8' casting rod with a high-speed reel (7:1+) and 50–65 lb braid. The heavy setup handles the weight, maximizes casting distance, and gives you the power to drive Owner ST-66 hooks home on big fish.
• Standard vs. Silent by Water Clarity: Use the standard rattling version in stained water, choppy conditions, or when fish are aggressive. Switch to the silent version in clear water, calm conditions, or when fish are spooking off noise.
• Match Color to Forage: Sardine, Mackerel, and Ghost Blue Back are go-to saltwater and striper colors. Bone and Red Head are classic low-light and clear-water patterns. Trout and Hatchery Trout shine in trout-forage fisheries and tailwaters.

FAQ

What's the difference between the standard and silent Big Stick?
The standard version has eight internal sound chambers that create noise and vibration at all retrieve speeds. The silent version has no rattle and relies entirely on its surface action and profile — ideal for clear water or pressured fish that spook off noisy baits.

What rod and line setup works best?
A heavy or extra-heavy 7'6"–8' casting rod with a high-speed reel and 50–65 lb braided line is ideal. The 1.75 oz weight needs backbone to cast and the braid gives you the sensitivity to feel the action and the power to set hooks on big fish.

Can the Ima Big Stick be used in saltwater?
Absolutely. The wire-through construction, heavier split rings, and Owner ST-66 hooks are built to handle saltwater species including striped bass, bluefish, and other inshore predators. Rinse thoroughly with fresh water after each saltwater use.

The Ledge Crankbait KVD Built to Win

The Strike King Pro Model 6XD was developed over a full year alongside 5-time BASS Angler of the Year Kevin VanDam — and it shows. At 3 inches and 1 oz, it casts like a bullet and drives down to 19+ feet with a steep dive angle that gets it into the strike zone fast. Once it hits the bottom, the erratic wandering action is what triggers the bite. KVD used a prototype to finish 2nd at the 2009 BASS Elite Series event at Kentucky Lake before the bait was even released. That's how confident he was in it.

The Erratic Action That Triggers Ledge Bass

Most deep-diving crankbaits have a predictable, consistent wobble. The 6XD's action is different — it wanders erratically off the bottom in a way that mimics a disoriented baitfish struggling to maintain depth. That unpredictable action is exactly what triggers reaction strikes from bass stacked on deep ledges, humps, and channel edges during the summer months. When fish have seen every standard crankbait retrieve, the 6XD's erratic bottom action stands out.

Why Shallow Crankbaits Can't Reach Summer Bass

During summer, largemouth and smallmouth bass move to deep structure — ledges, channel edges, and offshore humps in 15–25 feet of water. Standard crankbaits can't reach them. The 6XD's steep dive angle and 19+ foot depth range puts it right in the strike zone on a standard cast, without the need for long-lining or specialized techniques. On 10 lb fluorocarbon, it reaches its full depth potential and the low-stretch fluoro gives you maximum feel for bottom contact and deflections.

The Right Pick If...

• Bass are on deep ledges, humps, or channel edges in 15–25 feet of water
• You're fishing summer structure in the style of Kentucky Lake, Pickwick, or similar ledge fisheries
• Shallow crankbaits can't reach the fish
• You want a tournament-proven deep diver developed with a 5x BASS Angler of the Year
• You need a crankbait that deflects off bottom and rocks with an erratic, strike-triggering action

Best Retrieve Techniques

• Steady Retrieve to Bottom: Cast long, reel down to the bottom, and maintain contact — the 6XD's erratic action does the rest
• Deflect Off Structure: Aim casts at rocks, stumps, and ledge edges — the kick on contact triggers reaction strikes from holding fish
• Slow Roll: Slow the retrieve once the bait reaches depth to keep it in the strike zone longer — deadly in post-front conditions
• Rip and Pause: Rip the bait off the bottom and let it float up, then resume — the pause often triggers strikes from following fish

Best Conditions

• Summer — when bass move to deep ledges and offshore structure
• Main lake points, channel edges, humps, and ledges in 15–25 feet of water
• Clear to lightly stained water where the bait's action and color carry at depth
• Post-spawn through fall when bass are schooled on deep structure
• Kentucky Lake, Pickwick, Guntersville, and similar ledge-fishing reservoirs

Best For

• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass
• Techniques: Deep Ledge Cranking, Structure Fishing, Bottom Contact, Deflection Cranking
• Conditions: Summer deep structure, ledges, channel edges, offshore humps

Key Features

• Developed with Kevin VanDam (5x BASS Angler of the Year) over one full year
• Dives 19+ feet on 10 lb fluorocarbon
• Steep dive angle reaches depth fast on a standard cast
• Erratic wandering bottom action triggers reaction strikes
• 3 in body, 1 oz weight — casts like a bullet for long-distance presentations
• Use an egg snap for maximum action and quick color changes on the water
• 22 proven color patterns for any water condition

Models & Colors

Tackle Express Tips

• Use 10 lb Fluorocarbon: Line diameter directly affects dive depth. 10 lb fluorocarbon gives the 6XD its full 19+ foot depth range. Heavier line reduces depth — if you need to go shallower, step up to 12–14 lb fluoro.
• Use an Egg Snap: Strike King recommends an egg snap (not a split ring or direct tie) to maximize the 6XD's erratic action. It also lets you swap colors quickly without retying on the water.
• Match Color to Depth and Clarity: In clear water, natural patterns like Gizzard Shad, Tennessee Shad, and Natural Shad are go-to choices. In stained water or low-light conditions, reach for Chrome Blue, Powder Blue Back Chartreuse, or Citrus Shad. Craw patterns like Chili Craw and DB Craw shine when bass are feeding on crawfish on rocky ledges.

FAQ

How deep does the Strike King 6XD actually dive?
On 10 lb fluorocarbon with a long cast, the 6XD reaches 19+ feet. Line diameter, cast length, and retrieve speed all affect depth. Thinner line = more depth; thicker line = less depth. For maximum depth, use 10 lb fluoro and make the longest cast possible before starting your retrieve.

What rod and reel setup works best for ledge cranking?
A medium-heavy 7'6"–8' fiberglass or composite crankbait rod with a 5:1–6:1 reel and 10 lb fluorocarbon is ideal. The slower reel speed keeps the bait in the strike zone longer and the softer fiberglass tip absorbs the shock of a deep-water strike and keeps fish pinned.

Why use an egg snap instead of tying direct?
An egg snap gives the 6XD maximum freedom of movement at the line tie, which enhances the erratic bottom action that makes this bait so effective. It also allows you to swap colors quickly on the water without retying — a significant advantage when you're dialing in the right color on a ledge.

The Owner Rip'n Minnow 65 is a compact, high-detail suspending jerkbait built to trigger bass that won't commit. At 2.5" and 1/4 oz, it sits perfectly in the strike zone on every pause — and with living eyes, internal rattles, and a reflective foil finish, it looks and sounds like the real thing on the way down. This is the bait you reach for when the water is cold, clear, and the fish are tight-lipped.

Stays Down. Stays Deadly.

Most jerkbaits float up on the pause — and that's exactly when a bass turns away. The Rip'n Minnow 65 suspends neutrally, hanging in place at 3–4 ft while the fish decides. Pair it with 6–8 lb fluorocarbon and it dives a touch deeper, tracks more true, and draws more bites from fish that have seen everything else. Rigged with Owner Stinger 31 cutting point trebles that are sharp enough to stick on the lightest pressure.

When Standard Crankbaits Come Up Empty

In cold water or post-front conditions, bass go neutral — they follow baits but don't commit. A floating jerkbait rises away during the pause; a sinking jerkbait drops out of the zone. The Rip'n Minnow 65 hangs right where the fish is sitting, giving it all the time it needs to decide. That pause is often the difference between a swing and a miss and a fish in the net.

What Sets It Apart

• Suspending Buoyancy — Neutral suspension holds at 3–4 ft on the pause; doesn't float up or sink away
• Living Eyes — Realistic, high-contrast eyes add depth and trigger reaction strikes
• Internal Rattles — Sound chamber calls fish from a distance in stained or low-visibility water
• Reflective Foil Finish — Multi-angle flash mimics a disoriented baitfish on the pause
• Owner Stinger 31 Trebles — Thin-wire cutting point hooks; extremely sharp, ideal for light-biting fish
• Fluorocarbon-Friendly Design — Dives slightly deeper and suspends more true on fluoro vs. mono

The Right Pick If…

• You're fishing clear water where fish can see every detail of the bait
• Water temps are below 55°F and fish are sluggish or neutral
• You need a smaller profile to match finesse forage like small shad or fry
• Fish are following your larger jerkbaits but not committing
• You want a jerkbait that works on both a jerk-pause cadence and a straight retrieve

Best Fishing Techniques

• Jerk-pause-pause — Two sharp twitches followed by a 3–5 second pause; let the suspending action do the work
• Steady retrieve — Dives to 3–4 ft and wobbles; effective when bass are actively feeding
• Long pause dead-stick — In very cold water (sub-50°F), hold for 10+ seconds; neutral fish can't resist a stationary target
• Twitch over shallow cover — Work over submerged grass edges, dock posts, and laydowns at the 3–4 ft range

Best Conditions

• Cold water (fall through early spring) — suspending action is most effective when fish metabolism is low
• Clear water — living eyes and foil finish are most visible; fish can pick out detail at range
• Post-front bluebird days — neutral fish need the pause to commit
• Shallow to mid-depth structure in the 3–6 ft range

Best For

• Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass
• Spotted Bass (Kentucky Bass)
• Trout in reservoirs and tailwaters
• Walleye on slow jerk-pause presentations
• Any situation requiring a small, realistic suspending profile

Models & Specs

Specs are loaded dynamically from product metafields. Rip'n Minnow 65: 2.5" length, 1/4 oz, suspending, dives 3–4 ft. Available colors: Baby Bass, Rainbow Ghost, Shiner, Golden Shiner, Perch, Pink Passion.

Tackle Express Tips

• Go fluoro. 6–8 lb fluorocarbon is the right pairing — it sinks slightly, helping the bait suspend more true and dive a touch deeper than mono. It's also nearly invisible in clear water where this bait shines.
• Handle the hooks carefully. The Stinger 31 trebles are thin-wire by design — that's what makes them so sharp and effective on light-biting fish. Use needle-nose pliers or a dehooker at the boat; don't bend them trying to free a deeply hooked fish.
• Slow your pause down in cold water. Most anglers don't pause long enough. In water below 50°F, count to 10 after each twitch. Bass in cold water need time — make the bait wait for them.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between suspending and floating jerkbaits?
A: A floating jerkbait rises toward the surface on the pause, pulling it out of the strike zone. A suspending jerkbait like the Rip'n Minnow 65 holds its depth, giving neutral fish the time they need to commit without the bait moving away from them.

Q: Can I use this bait on braid or mono?
A: Yes, but fluorocarbon is strongly recommended. Mono floats and will cause the bait to rise slightly on the pause. Braid has near-zero stretch, which can pull the hooks on light-biting fish. Fluoro gives the best suspend, the best feel, and the best hook retention.

Q: The hooks seem fragile — is that normal?
A: Yes, and intentional. Thin-wire hooks flex slightly, which prevents the fish from using the hook as a lever to throw the bait. They're not designed for heavy-cover flipping — they're designed for open-water jerkbait fishing where that flex is an advantage. Use a net whenever possible.

 The Roboworm 4 1/2" Straight Tail Worms have become a staple for finesse fishing, looking back to the days of the 'hand poured' finesse worms so popular on the West Coast more than a decade ago.

The Straight Tail Worms are surprisingly effective, especially during the warmer months when fish pressure and boat traffic are at their peak. Roboworm uses state-of-the-art robotic technology to create consistent, well-defined colors every time. It also allows them to create unique color combinations, usually only found in 'hand poured' worms.

The super soft plastic Strait Tail Worms end up having a very sensitive, alluring action complete with a Salt Release System that provides a burst of salt when a fish bites ' causing them to hold on longer for solid hook-sets.

Qty: 10 Per Pack

The Roboworm 6" Straight Tail Worms have become a staple for finesse fishing, harkening back to the days of the 'hand poured' finesse worms so popular on the West Coast more than a decade ago.

The Straight Tail Worms are surprisingly effective, especially during the warmer months when fish pressure and boat traffic are at their peak. Roboworm uses state-of-the-art robotic technology to create consistent, well-defined colors every time. It also allows them to create unique color combinations, usually only found in 'hand poured' worms. The super soft plastic Straight Tail Worms end up having a very sensitive, alluring action complete with a Salt Release System that provides a burst of salt when a fish bites ' causing them to hold on longer for solid hooksets.

Style: Straight Tail Floating Worm

Size 6"

Qty: 10 Per Pack

The Roboworm 4.5 Fat Straight Tail Worm brings you the classic soft plastic worm shape with the clean colors and hand-poured quality you are used to getting from Roboworm - the country's premier plastic worm company. The Fat Straight Tail worm offers a thicker head section so your hook will hold more securely when Texas-rigged and will resist tearing better when the fish are biting. Roboworm's exclusive Salt Release System comes with every Fat Worm.

It gives bass a burst of salty flavor when they bite, making them hang on longer - for a better catch ratio. If you've been discouraged trying to Texas-rig the standard Roboworm Straight Tail Worm, choose your favorite color of the Roboworm Fat Straight Tail Worm and hook up big time.

Size: 4 1/2"

Style:  FAT Worm

Quantity: 8 per pack

The Roboworm Fat Straight Tail Worm brings you the classic soft plastic worm shape with the clean colors and hand-poured quality you are used to getting from Roboworm - the country's premier plastic worm company. The Fat Straight Tail worm offers a thicker head section so your hook will hold more securely when Texas-rigged and will resist tearing better when the fish are biting.

Roboworm's exclusive Salt Release System comes with every Fat Worm. It gives bass a burst of salty flavor when they bite, making them hang on longer - for a better catch ratio. If you've been discouraged trying to Texas-rig the standard Roboworm Straight Tail Worm, choose your favorite color of the Roboworm Fat Straight Tail Worm and hook up big time.

Size: 6"

Style:  FAT Worm

Quantity: 8 per pack

The Roboworm Straight Tail Worms have become a staple for finesse fishing, harkening back to the days of the 'hand poured' finesse worms so popular on the West Coast more than a decade ago. The Straight Tail Worms are surprisingly effective, especially during the warmer months when fish pressure and boat traffic are at their peak.

Roboworm uses state-of-the-art robotic technology to create consistent, well-defined colors every time. It also allows them to create unique color combinations, usually only found in 'hand poured' worms. The super soft plastic Strait Tail Worms end up having a very sensitive, alluring action complete with a Salt Release System that provides a burst of salt when a fish bites ' causing them to hold on longer for solid hooksets.

Style: Straight Tail Floating Worm

Size 4 1/2"

Qty: 10 Per Pack

The Yamamoto Pro Senko has been designed with a thicker head area to help it stay on the hook when used with Gary's Swim Jig or other Shaky-Head style jigs. It still possesses all of the original Senko's incredible fish-catching action. The Pro Senko also casts like well due to its unique design and gets into the strike zone quickly. 

 It's the perfect lure for bass fishing applications, offering the ideal mix of versatility, finesse, and action. With its trusted design, the Yamamoto Pro Senko is a reliable choice for pinpoint accuracy and real results.

The Yamamoto Senko Worm has defined a whole style of fishing and the 6" Senko makes hunting bigger bass easy.  Yeah right, it's not easy but this giant cigar bait will help you get more big bass than you would think.  

If there's been one lure that has changed fishing over the years, it's the Yamamoto Senko. With its wide range of uses and subtle natural action, the Yamamoto Senko has quickly become a favorite with fisher people all over the world. The best thing about the Senko is in it's simplicity.

The Yamamoto Senko may just look like a thick round plastic worm but the fall rate created from the large amount of salt impregnated in the body drives fish mad. When rigged weightless the Yamamoto Senko falls horizontally with a seductive side to side tail action. Try it wacky rigged or texas rigged the Yamamoto Senko and experience the versatility and effectiveness it provides.

Why Buy the Yamamoto 3" Senko?

The Yamamoto 3" Senko is the compact, finesse version of the most legendary soft plastic bait ever made. Same salt-impregnated formula, same irresistible side-to-side fall action, same proven Yamamoto colors — in a 3-inch profile that excels in clear water, high-pressure fisheries, and finesse situations where the 4" and 5" are too large. Whether you're wacky rigging around docks, drop shotting suspended fish, or Ned rigging on hard bottom, the 3" Senko delivers the subtle, lifelike action that drives finicky bass wild. 10 per pack, 8 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 3-inch salt-impregnated stickbait with the legendary Senko side-to-side fall action in a compact, finesse-friendly profile — ideal for wacky rig, drop shot, Ned rig, and any situation where a smaller profile gets more bites from finicky bass in clear water and pressured fisheries.

Problem It Solves

The 4" and 5" Senko are proven fish-catchers, but their larger profiles can be too much for ultra-clear water, heavily pressured fish, and finesse situations where bass are keying on smaller forage. The 3" Senko delivers the same legendary action in a compact profile that gets bites when larger sizes get ignored — without sacrificing any of the Senko's signature fall action or salt-impregnated feel.

Advantages

• ✅ Compact 3" profile — ideal for clear water and pressured fish where larger Senkos get ignored
• ✅ Same legendary side-to-side fall action as the 4" and 5" Senko
• ✅ Salt-impregnated formula — natural fall, enhanced scent, fish hold on longer
• ✅ Versatile — wacky rig, drop shot, Ned rig, Neko rig, weightless Texas rig
• ✅ 8 proven color options across natural and reaction shades
• ✅ 10 per pack
• ⚠️ 3" compact profile — for more bulk and presence, consider the 4" or 5" Senko

When to Choose It

Reach for the 3" Senko when bass are ignoring the 4" in ultra-clear water or post-frontal conditions, when you're targeting smallmouth or spotted bass that key on smaller forage, or when you need a compact Senko for Ned rig and drop shot presentations where a smaller profile gets more bites. It's the go-to downsize option when conditions are toughest.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Wacky Rig — hook through the center with a #1 or #1/0 wacky hook; use an O-ring to extend bait life; the compact 3" body produces a tight, symmetrical wiggle on the fall that's deadly around docks, laydowns, and open water
• Drop Shot — nose-hook on a #1 or #2 hook, 12–18" above the weight; the side-to-side action quivers naturally in the strike zone; excellent for FFS targeting suspended fish
• Ned Rig — thread onto a 1/16–3/32 oz Ned head; the compact 3" body is the ideal size for a Ned rig presentation on hard bottom; the Senko's action on the pause is irresistible
• Neko Rig — insert a 1/32 oz nail weight into the nose; the head-down fall and side-to-side action triggers strikes from finicky fish in clear water
• Weightless Texas Rig — rig on a 1/0–2/0 EWG hook for a slow-falling presentation through sparse cover and open water

Best Conditions

• Ultra-clear water (visibility 3ft+) where a compact, natural profile is critical
• Post-frontal high pressure and slow-bite days
• Heavily pressured tournament lakes and clear natural lakes
• Smallmouth and spotted bass fisheries where a smaller profile gets more bites
• Year-round — especially effective in spring (wacky rig) and summer (drop shot, Ned rig)

Best For

Key Features

• 3" compact profile — finesse-friendly size for clear water and pressured fish
• Legendary side-to-side fall action — same as the 4" and 5" Senko
• Salt-impregnated formula — natural fall, enhanced scent, fish hold on longer
• Versatile rigging — wacky rig, drop shot, Ned rig, Neko rig, weightless Texas rig
• 8 proven color options
• 10 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 3" | Count: 10 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater | Target Species: Bass

Tackle Express Tips

1. Use an O-ring for wacky rigging — The 3" Senko is small enough that a standard wacky hook can tear through the bait quickly. Slide an O-ring onto the center of the bait and hook through the O-ring — you'll get 3–5x more casts per bait and the action is identical. A #1 wacky hook is the right size for the 3" body.
2. Green Pumpkin Black Flake for most situations, Bubblegum for bluegill spawn — Green Pumpkin Black Flake (#297) is your go-to in clear to lightly stained water. Switch to Bubblegum (#229) during the bluegill spawn when bass are keying on pink/red forage — it's one of the most underrated Senko colors for this specific situation. Use Watermelon w/ Black & Red (#208) as your all-around natural color in clear water.
3. Downsize to the 3" before changing techniques — If you're fishing the 4" Senko and bites slow down, switch to the 3" before changing colors or techniques. The smaller profile often triggers strikes from fish that have seen the larger bait — especially in ultra-clear water and post-frontal conditions. Keep both sizes on deck and let the fish tell you which one they want.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between the 3", 4", and 5" Senko?
A: All three use the same salt-impregnated formula and legendary side-to-side fall action. The 3" is the finesse option — ideal for ultra-clear water, pressured fish, smallmouth, and spotted bass where a smaller profile gets more bites. The 4" is the most versatile all-around size. The 5" is the big-bass option for largemouth in heavier cover and situations where a larger profile attracts quality fish. Start with the 4" in most situations and downsize to the 3" when conditions are toughest.

Q: What hook size works best for wacky rigging the 3" Senko?
A: A #1 or #1/0 wacky hook works best for the 3" body. Use an O-ring to extend bait life and keep the hook centered. For drop shot, a #1 Gamakatsu or Owner drop shot hook is the standard choice. For Ned rig, a 1/16–3/32 oz Ned head with a #1 hook is the right size.

Q: Is the 3" Senko good for smallmouth bass?
A: Yes — it's one of the best smallmouth baits available on wacky rig and drop shot. The compact 3" profile matches the smaller forage smallmouth key on in clear lakes and rivers. Baby Bass (#305) and Smoke w/ Large Black Flake (#150) are top smallmouth color picks.

Why Buy the Yamamoto 4" Fat Ika?

The Yamamoto Fat Ika is the best of both worlds — the skirted profile and look of a tube bait combined with the heavier fall rate of a bulkier bait. If you've ever wanted a tube that falls faster, jigs more accurately, and has a built-in side-to-side action on the fall, the Fat Ika is your answer. Its skirted bottom mimics a tube, its grub-style body adds extra bulk, and as it falls it produces a natural side-to-side movement that's all the trigger bass need on tough days. 10 per pack, 10 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 4-inch hybrid tube-grub bait with a skirted bottom, extra body bulk, and a built-in side-to-side fall action — delivering the visual profile of a tube bait with a heavier, more controlled fall rate that allows for more accurate jigging and swimming than most standard tube baits.

Problem It Solves

Standard tube baits are light and can be difficult to control on the fall and during jigging presentations — they spin, drift, and are hard to keep on target in current or wind. The Fat Ika's extra body bulk gives it a heavier fall rate that keeps it on target, and its built-in side-to-side action on the fall means you don't need to impart action — the bait does the work.

Advantages

• ✅ Tube bait profile with heavier fall rate — more accurate jigging and swimming than standard tubes
• ✅ Built-in side-to-side fall action — triggers strikes without any angler input
• ✅ Skirted bottom — tube bait visual profile that bass key on
• ✅ Extra body bulk — more presence and a slower, more controlled fall than a standard tube
• ✅ Versatile — jig, swim, flip, pitch, drop shot
• ✅ 10 proven color options across natural and reaction shades
• ✅ 10 per pack
• ⚠️ Heavier than a standard tube — requires less added weight; best on a 4/0 hook without a jig head for most presentations

When to Choose It

Reach for the Fat Ika when you want the visual profile of a tube bait with a heavier, more controlled fall, when you need to jig or swim more accurately than a standard tube allows, or when bass are keying on the side-to-side fall action and ignoring standard tube presentations. It's the upgrade from a standard tube when you need more bulk, more control, and more action on the fall.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Jigging — rig on a 4/0 Owner Beast Hook or Gamakatsu EWG; the Beast Hook's larger gap allows the hook to come through the plastic for better hooksets, and the screw-in CPS spring holds the bait securely without tearing; jig along the bottom with short hops and let the side-to-side action work on the fall
• Swimming — swim on a steady retrieve just above the bottom or through the water column; the extra bulk and skirted bottom produce a natural, pulsing action at any retrieve speed
• Flipping & Pitching — Texas-rig on a 4/0 EWG hook and flip into docks, laydowns, and sparse cover; the built-in side-to-side action triggers strikes on the initial fall
• Drop Shot — nose-hook on a #1 or #2 hook, 12–18" above the weight; the skirted bottom and side-to-side action produce a unique, fluttering presentation in the strike zone
• Shaky Head — thread onto a 3/16–1/4 oz shaky head for a stand-up presentation; the skirted bottom flares out on the bottom for a realistic, tube-like appearance

Best Conditions

• Clear to lightly stained water where the tube profile and side-to-side action are most visible
• Docks, laydowns, and rocky structure where tube baits traditionally excel
• Deep structure (15–30ft) where the heavier fall rate gets the bait to the bottom faster than a standard tube
• Post-frontal and slow-bite days when the built-in action triggers strikes without angler input
• Year-round — especially effective in summer and fall on deep structure

Best For

Key Features

• Skirted tube bottom — tube bait visual profile that bass key on
• Extra body bulk — heavier fall rate and more presence than a standard tube
• Built-in side-to-side fall action — triggers strikes without any angler input
• 4/0 Owner Beast Hook or Gamakatsu EWG compatible — larger gap for better hooksets through the plastic
• 10 proven color options
• 10 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 4" | Count: 10 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater | Target Species: Bass

Tackle Express Tips

1. Use the Owner 4/0 Beast Hook — The Beast Hook is the top pick for the Fat Ika — its larger hook gap allows the hook point to come through the plastic cleanly for better hooksets, and the screw-in CPS spring holds the bait securely without tearing out in most circumstances. A 4/0 Gamakatsu EWG is a solid alternative if you don't have the Beast Hook on hand.
2. Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flake for most situations — Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flake (#297) is your go-to in clear to lightly stained water. Switch to Black w/ Blue Flake (#021) or Black w/ Small Red Flake (#051) in dark or muddy water for maximum silhouette visibility, and use Watermelon Black Flake (#194J) in clear water with a natural bottom for a subtle, natural presentation.
3. Let the fall do the work — The Fat Ika's built-in side-to-side action is most effective on a free fall — pitch or flip to the target and let the bait fall on a semi-slack line. Don't rush the retrieve; most strikes happen on the initial fall when the side-to-side action is at its most pronounced. If you don't get bit on the fall, jig it once or twice and let it fall again before moving to the next spot.

FAQ

Q: What makes the Fat Ika different from a standard tube bait?
A: The Fat Ika has a skirted bottom like a tube, but its grub-style body adds extra bulk that gives it a heavier fall rate and more accurate jigging action than a standard tube. The built-in side-to-side fall action is the key differentiator — it triggers strikes without any angler input, making it especially effective on tough days when bass need a subtle trigger to commit.

Q: What hook works best for the Fat Ika?
A: The Owner 4/0 Beast Hook is the top recommendation — its larger gap allows the hook to come through the plastic cleanly for better hooksets, and the screw-in CPS spring holds the bait securely. A 4/0 Gamakatsu EWG is a solid alternative. Avoid hooks that are too small — the Fat Ika's extra bulk requires a larger gap for reliable hooksets.

Q: How many come in a pack?
A: 10 per pack.

Why Buy the Yamamoto Flappin' Hog Large?

The Yamamoto Flappin' Hog Large takes the proven design and action of the original Flappin' Hog and scales it up to 4.5" to attract bigger bites from bigger bass. Four types of appendages are positioned close to the body so the Large Flappin' Hog can still penetrate tight cover with ease — no fouling, no tangling, just maximum action in the strike zone. A hollow section near the tail allows for easy hook penetration and secure rigging, making it one of the most hookup-friendly large creature baits in the Yamamoto lineup. 5 per pack, 3 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A 4.5-inch large-profile creature bait with four appendage types and a hollow tail section for easy hook penetration — designed for flipping and pitching into heavy cover where you need a bigger profile to attract bigger bites, without sacrificing the ability to penetrate tight cover that smaller creature baits can reach.

Problem It Solves

Large creature baits often have too many appendages spread too wide to penetrate tight cover cleanly, and their thick bodies make hook penetration difficult. The Flappin' Hog Large solves both — appendages positioned close to the body allow it to slip through heavy cover, and the hollow tail section makes hook penetration and rigging fast and secure, even on heavy flipping hooks.

Advantages

• ✅ 4.5" large profile — attracts bigger bites from bigger bass than the standard Flappin' Hog
• ✅ Four types of appendages — maximum action and disturbance in the strike zone
• ✅ Appendages positioned close to body — penetrates tight cover without fouling
• ✅ Hollow tail section — easy hook penetration and secure rigging on heavy flipping hooks
• ✅ Yamamoto soft plastic formula — natural feel, fish hold on longer
• ✅ 3 proven color options
• ✅ 5 per pack
• ⚠️ 4.5" large profile — for standard cover and finesse applications, consider the original Flappin' Hog

When to Choose It

Reach for the Flappin' Hog Large when you're targeting big bass in heavy cover and need a larger profile to attract quality fish, when you want maximum appendage action in the strike zone without sacrificing cover penetration, or when you've been fishing the standard Flappin' Hog and want to upgrade to a bigger profile to target the largest fish in the area.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Flipping & Pitching — Texas-rig on a 5/0–6/0 EWG or straight shank hook with a 1/2–3/4 oz bullet weight; the appendages kick and flutter on the fall and the hollow tail section makes hook penetration fast and secure
• Punching — rig on a 5/0–6/0 straight shank hook with a 1.5–2 oz tungsten punch weight; the close-body appendages allow it to punch through matted grass cleanly
• Jig Trailer — pin onto a 1/2–3/4 oz flipping jig for maximum bulk and appendage action on every hop; the 4.5" profile adds significant presence to a large flipping jig
• Carolina Rig — thread onto a 4/0–5/0 hook, 18–24" behind a 3/4–1 oz Carolina weight; drag slowly along the bottom for a large, fluttering presentation over hard structure

Best Conditions

• Heavy grass, matted vegetation, and thick cover where punching is required
• Docks, laydowns, brush piles, and wood cover for flipping and pitching
• Stained to murky water where a large profile with maximum action is most effective
• Warm water (summer and early fall) when big bass are buried deep in heavy cover
• Pre-spawn and spawn when large bass are holding tight to cover and structure

Best For

Key Features

• 4.5" large profile — bigger version of the proven Flappin' Hog design
• Four types of appendages — maximum action and disturbance in the strike zone
• Close-body appendage positioning — penetrates tight cover without fouling
• Hollow tail section — easy hook penetration and secure rigging
• Yamamoto soft plastic formula — natural feel, fish hold on longer
• 3 proven color options
• 5 per pack

Models & Specs

Size: 4.5" | Count: 5 per pack | Water Type: Freshwater | Target Species: Largemouth Bass

Tackle Express Tips

1. Go heavy on the hook — The 4.5" Flappin' Hog Large needs a 5/0 or 6/0 EWG hook for the best hook gap and hookset performance. The hollow tail section makes rigging fast — push the hook point through the hollow section and out the back for a perfectly centered, weedless presentation every time.
2. Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flake for most situations — Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flake (#297) is your go-to in clear to lightly stained water. Switch to Black w/ Large Blue Flake (#021) in dark or muddy water for maximum silhouette visibility, and use Watermelon Copper Flake & Orange Red Flake (#956) in clear water with a natural bottom for a more subtle, natural presentation.
3. Slow the fall for bigger fish — The 4.5" profile and four appendage types create significant water resistance on the fall — use a lighter bullet weight (1/4–3/8 oz) than you'd normally use for flipping to slow the fall and give big bass more time to track and commit to the bait. Most strikes happen on the initial fall, so a slower fall means more time in the strike zone.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between the Flappin' Hog Large and the standard Flappin' Hog?
A: The Large is a 4.5" version designed to attract bigger bites from bigger bass — it has the same four appendage types and close-body positioning as the original, but the larger profile produces more disturbance and targets quality fish in heavy cover. Choose the Large when you're specifically targeting big bass and want to upgrade your profile; use the standard Flappin' Hog for more versatile applications across a wider range of fish sizes.

Q: What hook size works best for the Flappin' Hog Large?
A: A 5/0 or 6/0 EWG hook works best for Texas rig flipping and pitching. For punching through matted grass, use a 5/0 or 6/0 straight shank hook with a 1.5–2 oz tungsten punch weight. The hollow tail section makes hook penetration fast and easy — push the hook through the hollow section for a perfectly centered, weedless presentation.

Q: How many come in a pack?
A: 5 per pack.