Labor Day 2026 Lures

The Owner Cultiva Mira Shad is a 2" forage-size suspending crankbait that consistently outfishes larger presentations when fish are locked on small baitfish. With Cultiva's exclusive Living Eyes, chattering rattles, and a transparent holographic finish that throws flash from every angle, it looks alive in the water — and it fishes just as lively. Deadly on trout, bass, and walleye from the moment you tie it on.

Two Inches of Trouble

Don't let the size fool you. At 1/7 oz and 2", the Mira Shad matches the fry and small shad profile that trout and pressured bass key on when nothing else is working. It suspends neutrally at 4–5 ft on the pause, which means it sits right in the feeding lane and won't move until you tell it to. Two #10 Owner Stinger-36 Super Needle Point trebles are factory-rigged and sharp enough to stick on the lightest touch.

When Big Baits Get Ignored

On heavily pressured water — stocked trout lakes, clear reservoirs, tournament-fished bass fisheries — fish get educated fast. They've seen 3" and 4" jerkbaits all season. The Mira Shad's forage-sized profile slips under their guard. Combined with the chattering rattle and holographic flash, it triggers reaction strikes even from fish that have shut down on standard presentations.

What Sets It Apart

• Cultiva Living Eyes — High-contrast, realistic eyes add a focal point that draws strikes from reactive fish
• Transparent Holographic Finish — Reflects light from multiple angles; mimics the iridescent flank of a small shad or fry
• Chattering Rattles — Internal sound chamber calls fish in from distance, especially effective in stained water
• Neutral Suspension — Holds at 4–5 ft on the pause; doesn't rise or sink out of the strike zone
• Owner Stinger-36 Trebles — Two #10 Super Needle Point hooks; razor-sharp right out of the package
• Forage-Size Profile — 2" matches fry, small shad, and juvenile baitfish that pressured fish prefer

The Right Pick If…

• Fish are ignoring larger jerkbaits or crankbaits
• You're fishing stocked trout lakes or clear reservoirs with heavy pressure
• You need to match a small shad, fry, or juvenile baitfish hatch
• You want one bait that works both on a cast-and-retrieve and behind a slow troll
• Walleye or bass are suspending at 4–5 ft and need a finesse presentation

Best Fishing Techniques

• Jerk-pause — Two quick twitches, pause 3–5 seconds; the suspend does the work on neutral fish
• Slow troll — 1–2 mph behind a kayak or electric motor; dives to 4–5 ft and tracks true
• Cast and steady retrieve — Works as a shallow crankbait when fish are actively feeding
• Deadstick pause — In cold water, extend the pause to 10+ seconds; motionless suspension triggers lockjaw trout and bass

Best Conditions

• Clear water where flash and detail trigger strikes at range
• Cold water (fall through spring) when fish need a smaller, slower target
• Stocked trout fisheries where fish are conditioned to small forage
• Early morning and evening when fish move shallow to the 4–5 ft range

Best For

• Rainbow & Brown Trout (lakes, reservoirs, tailwaters)
• Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass (finesse presentations)
• Walleye (slow troll and jerk-pause)
• Crappie and Panfish (finesse jigging retrieve)
• Any situation requiring a forage-size suspending presentation

Models & Specs

Specs are loaded dynamically from product metafields. Mira Shad: 2" length, 1/7 oz, suspending, dives 4–5 ft, two #10 Stinger-36 trebles. Available colors: Flame, Pink Passion, Shiner, Baby Bass, Gold Shiner, Brown Trout, Black Pearl.

Tackle Express Tips

• Use light line. 4–6 lb fluorocarbon is the sweet spot — it lets the bait suspend true, dive to full depth, and stays nearly invisible. Heavy line kills the action and floats the bait out of the zone.
• Try it for trout behind a kayak. A slow 1–1.5 mph troll with the Mira Shad in Brown Trout or Shiner colors over weed edges is devastatingly effective on planted trout in clear lakes.
• Slow the pause down when it's cold. Below 50°F, count to 10 after each twitch. Trout and bass in cold water need the bait to sit still longer before they commit — most anglers don't wait long enough.

FAQ

Q: Is this the same as the Rip'n Minnow 65?
A: No — the Mira Shad is smaller (2" vs. 2.5") and lighter (1/7 oz vs. 1/4 oz), and it's a more finesse-oriented profile. Both suspend, but the Mira Shad is built specifically to match fry and small shad, making it a better choice when fish are keyed on very small forage.

Q: Can I use this for walleye?
A: Absolutely. The Mira Shad is an excellent slow-troll walleye lure. Run it at 1–2 mph behind a slow-rolling boat or kayak at 4–5 ft over weed flats and sand transitions. Brown Trout and Gold Shiner colors work particularly well.

Q: What line should I use?
A: 4–6 lb fluorocarbon. It lets the bait reach its full depth rating, maintains neutral suspension, and is practically invisible in the clear water where this bait performs best. Avoid heavy mono — it floats the nose up and kills the suspending action.

The Salas O Pop is the widest-body iron Salas makes — 3.2 oz with a concave cupped face that pushes and displaces water on the retrieve. Where a standard surface iron swims side to side on a flat face, the O Pop creates surface commotion: a popping, splashing action that draws fish from distance and triggers strikes from yellowtail, dorado, and surface-feeding pelagics that are looking for a noisy, high-visibility target. It's not a replacement for the 7X Light or 7X Jr — it's a different tool for a different situation, and on the right day it outperforms every conventional surface iron in the box.

The Concave Face Changes Everything

The O Pop's cupped face is what separates it from the rest of the Salas surface iron lineup. On a standard retrieve, the concave face catches water and creates a popping splash with each sweep of the rod or turn of the handle. This surface disturbance does two things: it draws fish from a distance who feel the pressure wave before they see the lure, and it creates a feeding trigger for fish that are keyed on baitfish being pushed or injured at the surface. In flat-calm conditions when a standard iron's subtle action isn't enough to pull fish from depth, or when birds are working and you want to match the commotion of the feeding frenzy, the O Pop is the call.

Hand-Cast in Southern California

The O Pop is hand-cast in California like all Salas irons — individually poured in small runs. Eight colors cover the full range of conditions: sardine and mackerel patterns for forage-matching, Rainbow Sardine and Dorado for offshore and mixed-bait situations, and Scrambled Egg and Mint White for low-light and overcast conditions.

The Right Pick If...

• Fish are on top but the bite is slow and a standard surface iron isn't drawing strikes
• You're fishing in a feeding frenzy or birds are working and you want an iron that matches the surface commotion
• Dorado or other surface-oriented pelagics are in the area and responding to noisy presentations
• Conditions are flat calm and you need a lure that creates its own surface disturbance to draw fish up
• You want a surface iron option that triggers reaction strikes from fish that have seen too many standard irons

Best Fishing Techniques

• Pop-and-pause: Cast, let the iron settle on the surface, then pop with a sharp rod sweep and pause — the concave face throws water on the pop and the iron sits briefly before the next sweep; effective for dorado and yellowtail staged near the surface
• Fast erratic retrieve: Crank fast with the rod tip low to keep the iron working the top 1–2 ft; the cupped face creates a splashing, churning action that triggers reaction strikes from fish already in feeding mode
• Walk the dog: Slow, rhythmic rod tip twitches with controlled slack — the wide body and cupped face make the O Pop walk side to side with more splash than a standard cigar-shaped iron
• Cast into the melee: When birds are working or a school is visibly busting, cast the O Pop into the fray and retrieve fast — the surface commotion matches the feeding energy and draws immediate strikes

Best Conditions

• Flat-calm to moderate surface conditions when fish are visible on top
• Active feeding frenzies — birds working, fish busting, bait being pushed to the surface
• Dorado, yellowtail, and offshore pelagics that are up and looking for noise
• Clear water conditions where the surface splash is visible to fish from depth

Best For

• Yellowtail — surface feeding conditions and situations when standard irons go ignored
• Dorado (mahi-mahi) — aggressive surface feeders that respond strongly to popping presentations
• Bluefin and yellowfin tuna — when busting on top and looking for commotion
• Bonito and barracuda — fast, aggressive surface feeders that react to noise and flash

Key Features

• Weight: 3.2 oz
• Concave cupped face — creates surface splash and water displacement on the retrieve; unique in the Salas lineup
• Widest body in the Salas surface iron lineup
• Hand-cast in Southern California
• 8 color options covering sardine, mackerel, rainbow, dorado, and low-light patterns
• Rigged with split ring; add your preferred treble or single hook

Color Guide

Tackle Express Tips

• The O Pop works best with a rod that has enough tip flex to generate the pop action without snapping the iron out of the water — a moderate-fast 7–8 ft spinning or conventional rod in the 20–40 lb class gives you the right loading to throw water on each sweep without ripping the lure sideways. Too stiff a rod and the pop becomes a jerk; too soft and you lose the sharp snap needed to move water.
• For yellowtail on the surface in flat-calm conditions, try a pop-and-pause cadence with 3–5 second pauses between pops. Let the iron sit still on the surface after each pop — the pause gives staged fish time to commit. Yellowtail will often circle the lure on the pause and strike when it moves again.
• Dorado color tip: Dorado on the surface respond exceptionally well to the Dorado and Rainbow Sardine patterns — both have the yellow-green flash that matches the baitfish dorado are typically eating offshore. If you're in dorado territory with birds working, these are your first two choices before going to a natural sardine pattern.

FAQ

How is the O Pop different from the 7X Light or 7X Jr?
The 7X Light and 7X Jr are standard flat-body surface irons that swim side to side on the retrieve. The O Pop has a concave cupped face that displaces water and creates surface splash — it's closer in concept to a metal popper than a traditional surface iron. Use the 7X series when you want a subtle, swimming presentation; use the O Pop when you want noise, splash, and surface commotion to draw fish from distance or trigger reaction strikes.

What size treble hook works best on the O Pop?
Most local anglers run a #1 or 1/0 treble (Owner ST-36 or similar) on the tail split ring. The wider body means you can slightly upsize the hook compared to the 7X Jr without affecting the lure's action significantly. For dorado and larger yellowtail, a 2/0 treble gives more hook exposure. Single Siwash hooks in 3/0–4/0 also work well and reduce fouling on the cast.

Can the O Pop be yo-yoed?
It's a surface iron — the cupped face creates drag on a vertical retrieve and it won't yo-yo effectively. For yo-yo coverage use the Salas 6X Heavy or 7X Heavy.

Shop More Salas Irons

• Salas 7X Light — 3.5 oz standard surface iron for distance and classic action
• Salas 7X Jr — 2.1 oz for small bait and picky fish on light tackle
• Salas 6X Heavy — 6.4 oz yo-yo iron for when fish hold deep

Why Buy the Yamamoto Zako Swimbait?

The Yamamoto Zako Swimbait was designed by Bassmaster Elite Series angler Brett Hite — and it's his personal go-to as a swimbait trailer on chatterbaits and as a standalone flip bait. Every design detail on the Zako was intentional: accordion-style tail cuts and a flanged tail keep the action tight and realistic, mimicking an actual baitfish rather than producing the exaggerated thump of a standard paddle tail. A center rigging line on the top of the bait ensures you're always rigged dead center, so the Zako runs true on every cast. 8 proven colors.

Main Use & Benefit

A pro-designed soft swimbait built for chatterbait trailers and flip presentations — its accordion-style tail cuts and flanged tail produce a tight, realistic baitfish action that improves hookset ratios (the tail folds in on itself when fish bite) and runs true every time thanks to a built-in center rigging line.

Problem It Solves

Standard paddle tail swimbaits produce an exaggerated thump that can be too much action for pressured fish, and their soft tails often fold over during the hookset, reducing hookup ratios. The Zako's accordion-style tail cuts keep the action tight and natural, while the tail's design causes it to fold in on itself when a fish bites — improving hookset ratios significantly over standard swimbait trailers.

Advantages

• ✅ Designed by Bassmaster Elite angler Brett Hite — tournament-proven design
• ✅ Accordion-style tail cuts — tight, realistic baitfish action (not an exaggerated thump)
• ✅ Flanged tail — minimal, natural action that mimics real baitfish movement
• ✅ Tail folds in on itself when fish bite — improved hookset ratios over standard swimbaits
• ✅ Center rigging line on top — always rig dead center for a true-running presentation
• ✅ Versatile — chatterbait trailer, swim jig trailer, flip bait, swimbait head
• ✅ 8 proven color options across natural and reaction shades
• ⚠️ Tight action profile — not designed for maximum thump; choose a standard paddle tail if you need more vibration

When to Choose It

Reach for the Zako when you need a swimbait trailer with a tight, realistic baitfish action rather than an exaggerated thump — especially on chatterbaits and swim jigs in clear to lightly stained water where a natural profile gets more bites. It's equally effective as a standalone flip bait when bass are keying on baitfish in and around cover.

Best Fishing Techniques

• Chatterbait Trailer — Brett Hite's primary use; pin onto a 3/8–1/2 oz chatterbait for a tight, baitfish-style action that complements the blade's vibration without overpowering it
• Swim Jig Trailer — pin onto a 3/8–1/2 oz swim jig for a natural swimming presentation through grass edges, laydowns, and open water
• Flip Bait — Texas-rig on a 3/0–4/0 EWG hook and flip into docks, laydowns, and sparse cover; the center rigging line ensures the bait runs true on every pitch
• Swimbait Head — thread onto a 1/4–3/8 oz swimbait head for a standalone swimming presentation; the tight tail action is most effective on a slow, steady retrieve
• Underspin Trailer — pin onto an underspin jig head for a baitfish-style presentation over deep structure and open water

Best Conditions

• Clear to lightly stained water where a tight, natural baitfish action outperforms exaggerated thump
• Grass edges, laydowns, docks, and open water on chatterbait and swim jig
• Post-spawn and summer when bass are keying on baitfish in open water
• Any depth — equally effective shallow on chatterbait and deep on swimbait head
• Year-round — especially effective in summer and fall when bass are schooling on shad

Best For

Key Features

• Accordion-style tail cuts — tight, realistic baitfish action on every retrieve
• Flanged tail — minimal, natural movement that mimics real baitfish
• Tail folds in on bite — improved hookset ratios over standard paddle tail swimbaits
• Center rigging line — always rig dead center for a true-running presentation
• Designed by Brett Hite — Bassmaster Elite Series tournament-proven
• 8 proven color options

Models & Specs

Water Type: Freshwater | Target Species: Bass

Tackle Express Tips

1. Use the center line — every time — The Zako's center rigging line on the top of the bait is one of its most underrated features. Always align your hook point with this line before rigging — it takes 5 seconds and guarantees the bait runs true on every cast. A bait that runs slightly off-center will spiral and kill the action.
2. Electric Shad for open water, Green Pumpkin Black Flake for cover — Electric Shad (#973) and Chartreuse Shad Laminate (#909) are your go-to reaction colors for open water and schooling situations. Switch to Green Pumpkin Black Flake (#297) or Green Pumpkin & White Laminate (#981) when flipping into cover or fishing grass edges where a more natural profile gets more bites.
3. Slow down on the chatterbait — The Zako's tight tail action is most effective at a slow to medium retrieve speed. Resist the urge to burn it — a slow, steady retrieve keeps the tail working naturally and gives bass more time to track and commit to the bait. If fish are short-striking, slow down before switching colors.

FAQ

Q: Why does the Zako have accordion-style tail cuts instead of a standard paddle tail?
A: Brett Hite specifically designed the accordion-style cuts to keep the tail action tight and realistic — mimicking the subtle, natural movement of an actual baitfish rather than the exaggerated thump of a standard paddle tail. The cuts also allow the tail to fold in on itself when a fish bites, which significantly improves hookset ratios compared to a rigid paddle tail.

Q: What chatterbait weight works best with the Zako?
A: A 3/8 oz chatterbait is the standard pairing for most situations — it gives the Zako enough speed to produce action without overpowering the tight tail movement. Move to a 1/2 oz in deeper water (10ft+) or when you need to cover water faster. The Zako's tight action works at any retrieve speed, but shines on a slow to medium retrieve.

Q: Can the Zako be fished as a standalone swimbait without a jig or chatterbait?
A: Yes — thread it onto a 1/4–3/8 oz swimbait head or underspin jig head for a standalone presentation. The center rigging line ensures it runs true, and the tight tail action is very effective on a slow, steady retrieve over deep structure and open water where bass are keying on baitfish.

Unlock the ultimate finesse presentation with the Z-Man ShroomZ Micro Finesse Jig, a compact, skirted jighead designed to entice even the most finicky predators. Built on the legendary mushroom-shaped head that popularized the Ned Rig, this micro-sized jig adds a flowing, lifelike attraction that excels in clear water and high-pressure situations.

The standout feature of the ShroomZ Micro Finesse Jig is its 100% silicone skirt, custom-designed to deliver a tantalizingly slow fall rate and a realistic profile that mimics small crawfish or aquatic bugs. Despite its small size, it is built with high-quality hardware, including a size 1 black nickel light-wire hook that ensures effortless hook sets on light tackle.

Key Features:

• Mushroom-Style Head: The signature flat-bottom design allows your bait to stand straight up on the bottom, creating a natural, defensive posture.

• Slow, Tantalizing Fall: The fine-cut silicone skirt creates extra water resistance, slowing the descent to keep the bait in the strike zone longer.

• Adjustable Wire Weedguard: Features a dual multi-strand wire guard that provides snag resistance in wood and rocks without hindering hook penetration.

• Welded Wire Keeper: A specialized mid-shank keeper that locks ElaZtech trailers firmly in place, allowing you to catch dozens of fish on a single bait.

• Perfect Pairings: Optimized to work seamlessly with downsized trailers like the Finesse TRD, TRD CrawZ, or CrusteaZ.

• Weight & Color Options: Available in 1/8 and 3/16 oz weights and a variety of custom forage-mimicking colors like Green Pumpkin, PB&J, and Candy Craw.

The Rapala Crush City The Mayor Swimbait is the all-season, all-water soft swimbait built to crush big bass. Dependable, adaptable, and versatile enough to leave tied on all day, The Mayor handles nearly any situation — from clear-water finesse to heavy cover. Belly and top hook slots keep the bait rigged straight and conceal the hook point, while the paddle tail delivers instant, subtle kicking action even at the slowest retrieve speeds and in the coldest water. Built with Rapala’s Smart Injection Technology™, each bait combines custom color, flake, salt, and scent precisely where it matters most.

Features

- Paddle tail with subtle kicking action at any retrieve speed
- Belly and top hook slots for straight rigging and hook concealment
- Rigs on a swimbait jig head, belly-weighted swimbait hook, or as a trailer
- Effective in cold water and slow presentations
- Smart Injection Technology™ — custom color, flake, salt & scent placement
- Available in 2 sizes and 12 colors

Specifications

The Ima Flit 120 is the effort of endless research and development. Ima combined Michael Murphy’s biology expertise with its own advanced technology and the Flit 120 was born.  The Flit 120, named for its erratic fleeing action and 120mm in length, was designed on the basic premise of “matching the hatch.”   The ima Jerkbait, designed with a wide back, flat sides, and a narrow stomach, is designed to closely mimic the flat-sided Herring and/or Panfish prey, common in the U.S.   The Flit 120 incorporates a realistic finish, a uniquely designed bill for ease of use and specially designed triangular chambers. This creates constant focal points of contact, maximizing vibration and sound consistency. The ima Flit 120 is the next generation jerkbait designed specifically to trigger strikes and enhance your fishing experience.

Techniques:

• Jerk Pause:  Start with slack and end with slack after each series of jerks allowing the bait to glide back and forth.
• Deadsticking: Start out with a couple cranks and jerks to get the bait to desired depth and then pause the lure with slack line.
• Burning: Reel the jerkbait in fast spurts stopping periodically. A very effective technique around shad spawns and schooling fish.
  • Length: 120mm 4.5in
    Weight: 14g, 1/2oz
    Type: Suspends 6-8ft
    Hooks: #6

Jigs are not all the same and the Bass Patrol Football Jigs are in a class of their own.  They have a japanese style head and each one is hand tied for longevity and durability.  

The premium skirts and Gamakatsu hooks put this little baby up an a very tall pedestal.  The low price of these jigs does not represent the quality and you can loose them without throwing a temper tantrum.  

3/0 Black Nickel Hook

Savage Gear Pulse Tail Shiner LB Swimbaits are very realistic as close as you can get to fishing live bait. Based on a 3D scan of a real shiner, the Savage Gear Pulse Tail Shiner LB Swimbait is molded with an innovative split rear kicker tail, which generates a rhythmic thumping action at all speeds.

The. are designed with a “loosebody” for ease in changing out hooks and for better hook up ratio, which allows anglers to seamlessly thread a hook through the baits split belly, creating a truly weedless presentation.

Length: 4" 3/4oz,  5" 1 1/4oz

1 Rigged Swimbait

The Halco Max 220 Lure is a massive 220mm long and weighs a substantial 180 grams and its slender profile casts like a bullet into the strongest breezes. It has been designed to run straight and true several meters below the surface in the roughest of sea conditions. The streamlined design allows for high operating speeds and maximum hook exposure, so critical in lure design.

Max’s effective operating envelope is exceptional, ranging from a fast hand retrieve to a racy 14 knots while trolling.  You can troll it up to 21 knots but there is no need to troll it that fast.  That just demonstrates that it can be trolled fast and has a nice tight wobble.

Like all Halco lures, Max is constructed out of high tech polymers and has been built with strength and durability in mind. Heavy duty Halco Fish Rings and 2 extra strong Mustad hooks are standard equipment on Max and it is available in nine fish catching colors.

Specifications

Jigs are not all the same and the Bass Patrol Football Jigs are in a class of their own.  They have a japanese style head and each one is hand tied for longevity and durability.  The premium skirts and Gamakatsu hooks put this little baby up an a very tall pedestal.  

The low price of these jigs does not represent the quality and you can loose them without throwing a temper tantrum.  

The Basstrix Paddle Tail 3.5" Swimbait is the original hollow body swimbait — the bait that started a revolution. At 3.5 inches, it's the perfect match-the-hatch size for threadfin shad, smelt, and small minnows, making it a tournament staple across the country. The hollow body construction collapses on the strike for superior hook-up ratios, while the signature paddle tail delivers a high-frequency kick and subtle body roll that triggers bites even in high-pressure or clear water. Hand-painted with Basstrix's multi-dimensional finish, lifelike eyes, and holographic scale patterns — it looks as good as it fishes. 4 per pack.

Key Features

• Original hollow body design — collapses on the strike for superior hook-up ratios
• Signature paddle tail action — high-frequency kick and body roll that mimics fleeing baitfish
• Hand-painted multi-dimensional finish — lifelike eyes and holographic scale patterns
• Versatile rigging — weighted swimbait hook, ball-head jig, umbrella rig, or vibrating jig trailer
• Multi-species — proven on largemouth, smallmouth, spotted bass, and Calico bass
• 13 proven color patterns — 4 per pack

Specifications

The Lead Masters Swimbait Head Glow is the glow version of the Lead Masters Swimbait Head, featuring high-intensity, long-lasting glow paint that charges under UV light or a flashlight and emits a bright luminescent glow that is visible to fish in low-light conditions, at depth, and in turbid water. The smaller sizes (1/4–3 oz) include a molded red eye for added visual attraction. All sizes feature 2X strong Mustad hooks for reliable hooksets on large game fish. Charge the head before each drop for maximum glow intensity. Available in 9 sizes from 1/4 oz to 8 oz.

Key Features

• High-Intensity Glow Paint — Long-Lasting & Bright — The glow paint on the Lead Masters Swimbait Head Glow is among the brightest and longest-lasting in the swimbait head category; charge the head under a UV light or flashlight before each drop for maximum glow intensity and duration at depth; the glow is most effective during night fishing, in deep water below the thermocline where light penetration is minimal, and in turbid or stained water where standard painted heads lose visibility.
• Molded Red Eye — Visual Trigger (1/4–3 oz) — The smaller sizes (1/4 oz through 3 oz) include a molded red eye that provides a visual focal point and mimics the eye of a baitfish; the red eye combined with the glow head creates a highly visible, lifelike presentation that triggers strikes from predatory fish in low-light conditions; the 6 oz and 8 oz sizes do not include a molded eye (labeled “No Eye”).
• 2X Strong Mustad Hooks — All sizes feature 2X strong Mustad hooks that provide the wire strength needed to handle large game fish on swimbait presentations; Mustad is one of the most trusted hook manufacturers in fishing; the 2X strong construction resists bending and straightening on hard hooksets and during the fight with large fish.
• Hook Size Matched to Weight — Hook size scales with jig weight across the full range: 2/0 for the 1/4–3/8 oz, 3/0 for the 1/2 oz, 4/0 for the 3/4–1 oz, 6/0 for the 1.5–3 oz, and 10/0 for the 6–8 oz; the 10/0 hook on the 6 and 8 oz sizes is sized for large saltwater swimbait presentations targeting big game species.
• Pack Count by Size — 1/4–3/4 oz: 2 per pack. 1–8 oz: 1 per pack.

Size Selection Guide

Best For

• Night Fishing — The primary application for the glow swimbait head; charge the head under a UV light or flashlight before each drop; the high-intensity glow is most effective during night fishing when predatory fish are actively feeding in low-light conditions and the glow head provides a visible target that standard painted heads cannot match.
• Deep Water — Below the Thermocline — Heavier weights (1.5–8 oz) for deep water fishing below the thermocline where light penetration is minimal; the glow head provides visibility at depth that a standard painted head loses; most effective for deep water Rockfish, Lingcod, and other bottom species that respond to glow presentations.
• Calico Bass & Inshore Saltwater — Lighter weights (1/4–3/4 oz) for Calico Bass and inshore species during low-light conditions around kelp and structure; the glow head and red eye combination is a proven trigger for Calico Bass during dawn, dusk, and night fishing.
• Turbid & Stained Water — The glow paint provides visibility in turbid and stained water where standard painted heads lose effectiveness; the luminescent glow is visible to fish even in off-color water conditions where light penetration is reduced.

The Submission Fishing Slow Death Jigs Ogre is a knife-style jig that will get to the strike zone in a hurry. Unlike traditional knife jigs, this is still a slow pitch jig, getting down to the depths like a knife but is center-balanced like a true slow pitch jig. It can be fished horizontally on the retrieve. Once this jig is pitched, it rumbles and rolls its way through the water in an erratic fashion. Like a true ogre of legend, only the largest and mightiest fish can take this monster down. This is the perfect jig for huge tuna or any other large fish that needs a big bait.

Slow Death Jigs The Ogre  comes in three different sizes and colors, a 300g, 400g, 500g, and 600g.

• The Rainbow Roll has rainbow foil and glow stripes on one side and rainbow foil on the other. On the fall it will flip between the two sides, creating exciting contrast to entice the fish. 
• The Blueberry Tiger has blue foil and glow stripes on one side and blue foil on the other. On the fall it will flip between the two sides, creating exciting contrast to entice the fish. 
• The Grape Soda has purple and chrome striped foil on one side and purple foil on the other. A true San Diego classic. 
• The Macke-roni looks just like a mackerel bait fish.
• The Regal Mint is gold on one side and mint on the other, elevating the fisherman's favorite color with a little San Diego dazzle.

Jigs do not come with hooks so they can be customized.

Transform your trolling game with the Nomad Design Madscad 190 Autotune Sinking Lures. Its Patented Autotune System allows for a perfect balance and incredible troll speed of 3-18+ knots with a shallow diving depth of 1-3 ft. The unique action and speed will entice bites that other lures can't. Upgrade your arsenal with the Madscad 190 AT. The Madscad 190 AT SNK are expertly designed and tested in Australia by the Nomad Design Team. These lures are built strong with a Metal Matrix Internal plate and Diamond Armor construction for unparalleled strength. With its classic deep body baitfish appearance and S shape swimming action, the Madscad 190 AT is perfect for high speed trolling between fishing spots.

Each lure has been designed for a specific purpose and has been balanced and tested to work perfectly with the hooks fitted. Every Nomad Design lure has been crafted by decades of on the water guiding experience in some of the toughest and most prolific fishing grounds in the world. In every sense, each Nomad Design lure is ‘Crafted by Experience’.

Rapala X-Rap Magnum 15 — Versatile Depth, Relentless Action

When you need a lure that gets down fast and triggers strikes from a wide variety of species, the Rapala X-Rap Magnum 15 (XRMAG-15) is your go-to. This premium saltwater trolling lure dives to 15 feet while maintaining a tight, lifelike swimming action at speeds up to 10 knots. Compact enough to target inshore and nearshore species, yet tough enough to handle whatever takes the bait — wahoo, dorado, yellowfin tuna, bonito, and more.

Key Features

• 15-foot dive depth — ideal for nearshore and mid-depth trolling
• Tank tested & swim-true certified — every lure approved by Rapala staff before it ships
• 4X strong VMC hooks — matched hardware eliminates weak points; don't swap them out
• Trolling speed range: up to 10 knots (optimal: 7–8 knots)
• Weight: 1⅛ oz | Length: 4¾"
• Available in 11 proven saltwater color patterns including UV and HD finishes

Pro Tips

The XRMAG-15's smaller profile pairs best with 40–50 lb line — lighter line allows the lure to swim and track better, maximizing its action. Trolling at 7–8 knots is the sweet spot. If hooks dull, sharpen them; if replacement is necessary, use VMC hooks matched to the original spec.

Specifications

Designed by TacticalBassin's own Matt Allen and Tim Little, the River2Sea Tactical DD Crankbait brings a new approach to crankbait fishing. With a tight action, strong rattle, and impeccable color patterns, this bait is designed for year-round performance. While a proven fish catcher in warmer waters, this bait continues to shine through the coldest temperatures when other baits fall to the wayside. True year-round crankbait performance has been attained with the Tactical DD Crankbait! With their attention to detail and combined fishing knowledge, Matt and Tim meticulously designed and tested every aspect of this bait for big bass performance.

The Tactical DD Crankbait features a unique head shape that maximizes surface area for maximum dive depth. Combined with a weight transfer system for long-range castability, the bait plunges to the bottom, achieving far greater depths than any similarly sized bait. Each premium finish is designed to elicit a feed response in the biggest bass, while the baits aggressive hunting ability and fast rise, draw reaction strikes from the wariest of bass, even in difficult conditions.

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.

Premium Jigging Spoon for Vertical Bass Fishing

The War Eagle Jiggin Spoon delivers premium vertical jigging performance designed for serious bass anglers who target deep water and suspended fish. Built with quality construction and optimized jigging spoon design, this lure provides exceptional flutter action, maximum flash, and proven effectiveness for triggering reaction strikes from bass. The Jiggin Spoon represents War Eagle's commitment to creating quality vertical jigging lures for bass fishing.

Advanced Jigging Spoon Design

• Optimized Flutter: Spoon design creates enticing flutter action on the fall
• Maximum Flash: Reflective finish provides exceptional flash that attracts bass
• Vertical Design: Designed specifically for vertical jigging presentations
• Reaction Strike: Erratic action triggers aggressive reaction strikes
• Versatile Weight Range: Available in multiple weights for various depths

Premium Construction Features

• Quality Hook: Sharp premium hook ensures solid hooksets on strikes
• Durable Construction: Built to withstand repeated jigging and big bass
• Reflective Finish: Quality finish provides maximum flash and attraction
• Balanced Design: Optimized weight distribution provides ideal flutter action
• Proven Design: Time-tested jigging spoon configuration triggers strikes

Vertical Bass Fishing Applications

The Jiggin Spoon excels in vertical bass fishing applications. Perfect for targeting suspended bass over deep structure, fishing vertical around ledges and drop-offs, working deep brush piles and standing timber, triggering reaction strikes from schooling bass, or any situation where vertical jigging is effective. The flutter action and maximum flash create an irresistible presentation that triggers aggressive strikes from bass while the vertical design allows precise depth control.

Key Features

War Eagle Quality

War Eagle has been creating quality fishing lures for serious bass anglers, and the Jiggin Spoon continues this tradition with optimized vertical jigging design and premium construction. Every spoon is manufactured to exacting standards to ensure consistent performance. From weekend anglers to serious vertical jigging specialists, the War Eagle Jiggin Spoon delivers the flutter and flash performance that bass anglers demand.

Experience the premium jigging spoon performance that serious bass anglers trust. The War Eagle Jiggin Spoon isn't just a lure—it's a precision tool built for vertical fishing success.

Catch more bass with vertical jigging using War Eagle Jiggin Spoon—where flutter action meets reaction strikes.

The Halco Max 110 Lure is the baby brother of the other bigger bodies Max lures. The 110 is a perfect bite size for casting at tuna and mackerel schools, but is also comfortable being sunk down and jigged next to coral bombies and structure.

Coming in a range of Bluewater colors, this versatile little lure is a must have for the adventurous lure fisherman. Discover new fishing techniques and catch more fish with the Halco Max 110 Lure. Its compact size is perfect for casting at tuna and mackerel schools, while also being effective when jigged near coral and structure. With a variety of Bluewater colors to choose from, this versatile lure is an essential tool for any skilled fisherman.

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