Saltwater Lures

The Tady Lure TLC Iron is purpose-built for targeting trophy white seabass, one of Southern California's most prized gamefish. Hand-crafted in the USA with meticulous attention to detail, this specialized iron delivers the perfect combination of weight, profile, and action for working the deep structure and kelp beds where big white seabass hold. The TLC (Tender Loving Care) design reflects the precision engineering needed to consistently catch these wary, hard-fighting predators.

Premium Design and Construction

• Hand-Crafted in USA: Each jig is individually made with quality control that ensures consistent performance
• White Seabass-Specific Design: Optimized weight and profile for deep structure and kelp bed fishing
• Proven TLC Shape: Specialized profile that appeals to trophy white seabass
• Durable Chrome Finish: Classic chrome plating provides maximum flash and withstands saltwater punishment
• Premium Hook: Heavy-duty hook handles the powerful runs and head shakes of trophy white seabass
• Ideal Weight Distribution: Balanced for vertical jigging and yo-yo retrieve in deep water

White Seabass Fishing Technique

The TLC Iron excels when worked vertically over deep structure, rocky reefs, and kelp beds where white seabass hunt. Drop the iron down to the bottom or to the depth where fish are holding, then work it with a steady yo-yo retrieve or vertical jigging motion. The specialized design creates the erratic action and flash that triggers strikes from these wary predators. White seabass often hold tight to structure and require precise presentations—the TLC's balanced design allows you to maintain bottom contact and work the strike zone effectively.

Built for Trophy White Seabass

Whether you're targeting white seabass on deep rocky reefs, working kelp beds and kelp edges, fishing deep structure and high spots, or pursuing trophy fish around islands and offshore banks, the TLC Iron delivers the specialized performance white seabass anglers demand. The design is optimized for the deep-water environments where trophy white seabass thrive, and the action mimics the squid, mackerel, and other baitfish that these predators feed on.

Tady Heritage and Quality

Tady has been hand-crafting legendary irons in Southern California for generations, earning a reputation for quality and fish-catching performance among serious white seabass anglers. The TLC Iron continues this proud tradition, combining proven design with specialized features that produce results on one of California's most challenging and rewarding gamefish. From party boats to private vessels, the Tady TLC has proven itself on countless trophy white seabass throughout Southern California waters.

Experience the specialized performance that white seabass specialists rely on. The Tady Lure TLC Iron isn't just another jig—it's a purpose-built tool designed specifically for targeting trophy white seabass.

Target trophy white seabass with Tady TLC Iron—where specialized design meets proven performance.

The Ahi USA Assault Diamond Jigs have been updated with cutting-edge 3-D holographic reflective designs. These dazzling patterns mimic fish scales, creating a lifelike appearance that's hard to resist. Plus, this same finish adds extra durability, reducing the risk of paint chipping or flaking.

The glow eyes makes this diamond jig look flashier than ever before and is sure to get noticed even in the lowest light conditions. The jigs are available in weight from 1 ounce up to 14 ounces and in 5 colors.

They come equipped with a heavy duty treble hook that is secured with heavy duty solid split rings. Ahi USA Assault Diamond Jigs catch just about every species of game fish from lingcod, rockfish, halibut, and tuna in the Pacific, to striped bass, bluefish, cod, and tuna on the East Coast. Anglers in the Gulf also use them to score grouper, snapper, amberjack, king mackerel and more.

1 per package

The PK-7 is what you throw when you want to change who shows up. Seven inches and 1.3 ounces of paddle-tail profile — it doesn't out-fish the PK-5 on numbers, and it isn't supposed to. It calls up a different class of fish.

Short version: 7", 1.3 oz, two baits per pack, weedless on an 8/0 hook. Bigger meal, heavier gear, fewer bites, better fish.

When to Size Up

The PK-5 matches what calicos eat most of the year. The PK-7 doesn't try to — it deliberately over-matches the bait in the water, and that's the point. Reasons to reach for it:

• The bait in the water is genuinely big. Full-size mackerel and larger smelt on the surface means a 5" bait is the small option, not the natural one.
• You're culling for size. A big profile filters out the small ones and pulls fish that were ignoring your other bait.
• Yellowtail are in the mix. A 7" bait is a reasonable meal for a yellow in a way a 5" isn't.
• Dirty or deep water. When visibility drops, displacement matters more than detail, and this bait moves considerably more water.

What It Takes to Fish It

This is not a light-tackle bait. A 1.3 oz bait on a 3/4 oz head is over two ounces before the fish shows up. Fish it on a rod with the backbone to load and cast that, and enough tip left to still work the bait — a light swimbait stick will fold on the cast and you'll never get the distance or the hookset.

Match an 8/0 hook to the body. Run the point up through the belly so it sits flush in the slot — buried too deep costs hookups, riding proud costs the weedless advantage. At this hook size the gap is generous, and getting it seated straight matters more than it does on the smaller baits.

The plastisol is the same firm formula as the rest of the line: slightly less tail flutter than the softest baits on the shelf, considerably more fish per bait. At two per pack, that durability is doing real work on your cost per trip.

On an Umbrella Rig

Five PK-7s is a heavy package — roughly 6.5 oz of plastic before you add heads. It builds the biggest school in the Pickle Kick lineup and it demands a rod to match.

Straight talk: a five-arm PK-7 rig is the most expensive and most demanding build in this lineup. If it's your first umbrella rig, build it with PK-5s and save this configuration for when you know the rig swims right and your rod can handle it.

Picking a Color

At this size, profile is doing most of the work and color is doing less than it does on a 5" bait. What still matters is contrast against the water:

Pro Tips from the Tackle Express Crew

• Give it a full day before you judge it. The PK-7 gets fewer bites than the PK-5 by design. Switching back after an hour of quiet is how most anglers never find out what it does.
• Slow down further than you think. A big bait moving fast reads as wrong. The tail loads up at a crawl.
• Match the head to the depth, not to the bait's size. A 1.3 oz bait doesn't automatically want a heavy head — use the lightest one that holds your zone.
• Check your rod before you buy the pack. Two ounces of bait and head on an under-gunned stick is a bad cast and a worse hookset.

Common Mistakes

• Undersizing the hook. This body takes an 8/0. A 5/0 from your PK-5 box will not clear it on the hookset.
• Fishing it on PK-5 tackle. The single most common reason this bait disappoints people.
• Throwing it when the bait in the water is small. Over-matching is a deliberate tactic, not a default. When the fish are keyed on 3" bait, size down.
• Buying two packs for an umbrella rig. Two per pack, five arms. You need three.

Specifications

Colors are listed in the selector above and change with each production run. Hooks and jig heads are sold separately.

What's Included

Two PK-7 swimbaits per pack, in the color selected. Hooks, jig heads, and the umbrella rig are sold separately. A five-arm rig takes three packs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many baits come in a pack?
Two.

What hook size does the PK-7 take?
8/0. The 4/0 and 5/0 hooks that fit a PK-5 will not clear this body.

Why does a pack cost less than a pack of PK-5s?
Because it holds two baits instead of four. Per bait, the PK-7 is $8.50 against the PK-5's $4.75.

PK-5 or PK-7?
PK-5 is the everyday size and matches what calicos eat most of the year. Go PK-7 when the bait in the water is genuinely big, when you're culling for size, when yellowtail are in the mix, or when visibility is poor and you need displacement.

What rod do I need for it?
Enough backbone to load and cast two-plus ounces of bait and head, with enough tip left to work the bait and drive an 8/0 hook. A light swimbait rod will fold on the cast.

What jig head weight should I use?
Match the head to the depth you're fishing, not to the bait's size. Use the lightest head that holds your zone — too much weight drags the nose down and kills the tail.

How many packs do I need for a five-arm umbrella rig?
Three. Five arms, two baits per pack — you'll finish with one spare.

Is it weedless?
Yes, when the hook point sits flush in the body slot. That's what lets it come through kelp and rock without loading up.

Gear That Goes With It

• Warbaits Neck Breaker Swing Head — 3/4 oz and 1 oz are the pairings for this bait.
• Kicker PK-Rig Umbrella Rig — five-arm rig with quick clips.
• Kicker Pickle Kick PK-5 — the everyday 5" size.
• Kicker Pickle Kick PK-3 — harbor and bay size.
• Kicker Booty Spin — same body with a spinning blade instead of a paddle tail.

Buy It From People Who Fish It

We sell Southern California saltwater tackle from our shop on Soledad Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, and we fish these baits on the same water you do. Not sure whether your rod will throw a PK-7, or whether you should be sizing up at all? Call us or come in — we'd rather talk you into the right size than sell you the big one twice.

Maximum Weight for Extreme Deep-Water Conditions

The JRI Custom Lures KO Stinger Heavy Yo-Yo Iron Jigs deliver hand-crafted quality in the heaviest weight profile for the most demanding deep-water fishing situations. Built with meticulous attention to detail and reinforced components, these custom heavy yo-yo irons provide the maximum weight and durability needed for extreme depths, strong current, and trophy-class gamefish. The KO Stinger represents JRI Custom Lures' commitment to creating specialized tools for the most challenging deep-water conditions.

Heavy-Duty Design and Construction

• Hand-Crafted Quality: Each jig is individually made with attention to detail that ensures consistent performance
• Maximum Weight Profile: Heaviest weight in the JRI lineup for extreme deep-water fishing
• Reinforced Construction: Built extra-tough to handle trophy-class fish and demanding conditions
• Premium Heavy-Duty Components: Extra-strong hooks and hardware for extreme loads
• Durable Finish: High-quality plating provides maximum flash and withstands deep-water punishment
• Optimized for Extreme Conditions: Designed specifically for deep water, strong current, and trophy fish

Extreme Deep-Water Yo-Yo Technique

The KO Stinger excels in the most challenging deep-water conditions. Drop the iron down to extreme depths or work it in strong current where lighter jigs can't maintain bottom contact. The maximum weight gets down fast, cuts through heavy current, and maintains proper action even in the deepest water. The reinforced construction handles the extreme loads of trophy-class fish fighting from great depths, while the heavy-duty components ensure the jig stays together during brutal battles.

Built for Extreme Conditions

Whether you're targeting trophy yellowtail on deep offshore banks, working extreme depths for white seabass, fishing deep structure in strong current, pursuing trophy rockfish and lingcod on deep vertical structure, or any situation where maximum weight and durability are essential, the KO Stinger delivers the performance serious deep-water specialists demand. The heavy weight is ideal for windy conditions, extreme depths, and situations where lighter jigs simply won't get the job done.

JRI Custom Lures Quality

JRI Custom Lures has built a reputation for hand-crafted quality and innovative designs among serious West Coast anglers. The KO Stinger Heavy Yo-Yo Iron continues this tradition, combining maximum weight with meticulous craftsmanship that produces results in the most demanding deep-water fishing situations. From long-range sportfishing boats to private vessels, the KO Stinger is trusted by anglers who face the most challenging conditions and target the biggest fish.

Experience the custom-crafted power that extreme deep-water fishing demands. The JRI Custom Lures KO Stinger isn't just a heavier jig—it's a specialized tool built for the most challenging deep-water conditions.

Dominate extreme depths with JRI KO Stinger—where maximum weight meets custom quality.

Shimano Butterfly Flat-Fall Jigs are a totally new concept of Butterfly Jigging technique. Drop the jig down to the bottom, then crank it up 30 feet off the bottom and free spool. Or cast the jig and let it fall while free spooling, wait for the bite, then jerk and repeat. The center balanced jig falls with a wobbling action in a horizontal position, keeping the jig in the strike zone longer.

Features:
• Hydrodynamic flat keel design
• Center balanced jig flatten on the fall
• Two Owner dancing stinger hooks with PowerPro 300lb. assist

Shimano Flat-Fall Butterfly Jigs Size 80 are a proven concept of Butterfly Jigging technique for mid water column fishing. Drop the jig down to the bottom, then crank it up 30 feet off the bottom and free spool. Or cast the jig and let it fall while free spooling, wait for the bite, then jerk and repeat. The center balanced jig falls with a wobbling action in a horizontal position, keeping the jig in the strike zone longer.

Features:
• Hydrodynamic flat keel design
• Center balanced jig flatten on the fall
• Two Owner dancing stinger hooks with PowerPro 250lb. assist

The Nomad Tackle VERTREX MAX soft vibe is all about maximum vibration and maximum depth. It has a lifelike action that sinks level and straight, getting down to the fish faster. The deep body profile combined with finely tuned internal weights delivers a soft vibration bait with a huge vibration at super slow speed and even more vibration at higher speeds. The amount of vibration you can achieve at slow speeds just gently hopping this lure on or near the bottom is what sets the Vertrex Max apart from all other soft vibration baits. The deeper body with a wide belly design ensures that even at slow speeds the Vertrex Max is vibrating and attracting attention. The Vertrex features a full wire internal construction for extra strength and is fitted with the ultimate BKK hooks so you can fish it straight out of the box.

Vertrex Max Soft Vibe is suited to be fished at depths from 40ft-200ft of water. The Vertrex Max can be fished in a similar way to a slow pitch jig. The best technique is to drop them to the bottom and then use 3-10 slow lifts with a short pause off the bottom to get it vibrating on the lift and then as it glides back down on the drop it will often get hit. They can be worked fast or slow, but the Vertrex Max is has huge vibration at slow speeds making it highly effective for this technique.

Built on the 32824NP-BN 2x strong hook, the Mustad Big Eye Bucktail Jig features two line tie positions to give the angler options.

The nose tie allows the angler to cast and retrieve the jig, mimicking a swimming action. The top tie allows the angler to employ a more traditional jigging retrieve. But don't think there are only two uses for these jigs, clever anglers are already fitting them out for trolling dead baits for mackerel and more.

Featuring oversized 3D Eyes, the Big Eye Bucktail Jig has hand tied deer hair and Crystal Flash to give the jigs an appearance of life while being used. There is also a keeper wire located near the lead head that allows soft plastic trailers to be fitted, as well as baits.

Assault Diamond Assist Jigs come with a state of the art 3-D holographic reflective finish. The Assault pattern emulates fish scales, giving it a much more realistic presentation. This jig has proven to be one of the essential jigs in every anglers arsenal.

The enhanced rigging makes it stronger and more reliable than ever before. Assault Diamond Assist Jigs catch just about every species of gamefish from lingcod, rockfish, halibut, and tuna in the Pacific, to striped bass, bluefish, cod, and tuna on the East Coast. Fishermen in the Gulf use Assault Diamond Assist Jigs to score grouper, snapper, amberjack, and king mackerel.

The Halco Roosta Popper 160 is perfect for targeting game fish that are aggressively  attacking bait fish near or on the surface.  The hardware on these poppers is of the highest quality and will stand up to big fish like tuna, GT's, dorado, and peacock bass. They are best used with a heavy spinning rod and reel due to the higher inches of line retrieved per crank.  We prefer to have braided line with a short 3' top shot of monofilament or fluorocarbon.

While designed with a blooping style retrieve in mind, the Roosta Haymaker can be simply wound in at speed or trolled for excellent results.The recommended method of retrieval for best results is to point the rod tip at the lure, retrieve any slack line and firmly sweep the rod tip in a downward motion approximately 45 degrees. Allow the lure to rest for several seconds and if a fish hasn't taken the lure repeat as necessary.

Roosta Popper 160 Specs

Legendary West Coast Surface Iron Performance

The Salas Baby 5X Surface Iron Jigs are a proven fish-catching machine with decades of success on West Coast tuna, yellowtail, and dorado. Hand-crafted in Southern California with meticulous attention to detail, these legendary surface irons deliver the erratic swimming action and irresistible flash that trigger explosive strikes from aggressive pelagics. The Baby 5X size is perfectly balanced for long-distance casting and versatile enough to handle everything from schoolie yellowfin to trophy-class yellowtail.

Proven Design and Construction

• Hand-Crafted Quality: Each jig is individually made in the USA with attention to detail that ensures consistent performance
• Optimized Weight Distribution: Perfectly balanced for maximum casting distance and ideal swimming action
• Durable Chrome Finish: Classic chrome plating provides maximum flash and withstands repeated strikes and saltwater exposure
• Premium Treble Hook: Sharp, strong hook ensures solid hookups on aggressive strikes
• Baby 5X Size: Ideal weight and profile for a wide range of pelagic species and conditions

Deadly Surface Iron Action

The Baby 5X excels with the classic yo-yo retrieve that West Coast anglers have relied on for generations. Cast the iron out, let it sink briefly, then retrieve with a rhythmic rod-pumping action that creates an erratic swimming motion. The jig darts and flashes as it moves through the water column, mimicking a fleeing baitfish and triggering reaction strikes from tuna, yellowtail, dorado, and other pelagics. The chrome finish creates maximum flash that attracts fish from a distance, while the proven shape and weight distribution ensure the jig swims perfectly on every retrieve.

Versatile Applications

Whether you're fishing the kelp beds for yellowtail, working tuna boils offshore, targeting dorado around floating debris, casting to surface-feeding bonito and skipjack, or searching for roosterfish in Baja waters, the Baby 5X delivers consistent results. The size is perfect for matching smaller baitfish while still having enough weight for long casts to distant boils and feeding frenzies. The durable construction handles the punishment of hard-fighting pelagics day after day.

West Coast Tradition

Salas surface irons have been a staple in Southern California and Baja tackle boxes for over 50 years, earning their reputation through consistent performance on the water. The Baby 5X continues this tradition, combining time-tested design with quality craftsmanship that serious West Coast anglers trust. From party boats to private vessels, from San Diego to Cabo, the Baby 5X has proven itself on countless trophy fish and remains a go-to choice when pelagics are on the bite.

Experience the proven performance that generations of West Coast anglers have relied on. The Salas Baby 5X Surface Iron isn't just a jig—it's a piece of fishing history that continues to produce results season after season.

Catch more pelagics with Salas Baby 5X Surface Iron Jigs—where tradition meets proven performance.

We all know longer casts mean more water covered and the Rapala X-Rap Long Cast allows you to do just that.  Rapala has increased the weight of the 14 size to 1 7/8oz from the original X-Rap which weighs 1 1/2oz.  That's 3/8oz more weight for approximately 25% additional casting distance.  If you make 100 casts at 30 feet per cast you'd cover 3000 feet.  By using the Rapala X-Rap Long Cast, that means you will cover 750 more feet in the same period of time!  That a lot of acreage covered just by using this lure.  

We are excited about fishing this long cast version for yellowtail, calico bass, and tuna.  Often times the fish are boat shy and getting just a few yards more on a cast can make that difference between a good day and a great day.  They all feature 3X strong VMC single tin hooks for maximum penetration and strength.

Sinking 

Silent (No rattles, we like that!)

Size 12 - Swim Depth 4-5 feet, 4-3/4" Long, 1-1/4oz

Size 14 - Swim Depth 4-5 fee, 5-1/2" Long, 1-7/8oz

The Daiwa Salt Pro SP Minnow Floating Jerkbait has earned its reputation as one of the most versatile and effective saltwater hard baits available for inshore and nearshore species. Designed for a fast, ripping-style retrieve, the Salt Pro SP Minnow produces an erratic side-to-side swimming action that draws predator attention and triggers reaction strikes from calico bass, yellowtail, white seabass, and a wide range of inshore saltwater species. The internal weight transfer system shifts weight rearward on the cast for maximum distance, then repositions for optimal action on the retrieve. 

Key Features

• Erratic Side-to-Side Swimming Action — Designed specifically for a fast, ripping-style retrieve that produces a wide, erratic side-to-side darting action; the unpredictable movement pattern mimics a fleeing or injured baitfish and triggers reaction strikes from predatory species that key on erratic prey movement.
• Internal Weight Transfer System — Internal weight shifts rearward during the cast for maximum casting distance; repositions forward on the retrieve for optimal swimming action and balance; allows the Salt Pro SP Minnow to be cast significantly farther than fixed-weight jerkbaits of the same size — critical for covering water on open flats and kelp edges.
• Floating (F) Action — Floating designation means the bait rises toward the surface on the pause; use the pause to change direction and depth during the retrieve, triggering strikes from fish following the bait; floating action also allows the bait to be worked over shallow structure and kelp without snagging.
• Realistic Scale Pattern & 3D Eyes — Detailed scale pattern and three-dimensional eyes provide a lifelike baitfish appearance that triggers strikes from sight-feeding predators in clear water; realistic finish complements the erratic action for a complete predator trigger package.
• Heavy-Duty Saltwater Hooks — Equipped with heavy-duty hooks rated for saltwater use; sized and rated for the sustained pressure of calico bass, yellowtail, and white seabass in structure-heavy inshore and nearshore environments.
• Two Sizes for Different Applications — 13F (5 1/8", 7/8 oz) for lighter inshore applications and matching smaller baitfish profiles; 15F (6", 1 1/9 oz) for larger presentations targeting bigger fish and matching larger forage like mackerel and grunion.

Specs

Color Guide

Natural Baitfish Colors — Best in clear water and calm conditions where fish are keying on specific forage:

• Laser Sardine — Realistic sardine imitation with laser finish; top producer for calico bass and yellowtail when sardines are the primary forage; available in 13F and 15F.
• Sand Eel — Natural sand eel profile; effective for a wide range of inshore species that key on slender baitfish; available in 13F and 15F.
• Green Mackerel / Blue Mackerel — Realistic mackerel imitations; best when mackerel are present as forage for yellowtail and calico bass; 15F only.
• Grunion — Grunion imitation; highly effective during and after grunion runs for calico bass and other inshore species; available in 13F and 15F.
• Cannibal Calico — Calico bass imitation; effective for larger calico bass that key on smaller bass as forage; 15F only.
• Senorita — Senorita wrasse imitation; effective around kelp where senorita are present as forage for calico bass; 15F only.
• Laser Shiner / Laser Green Shiner — High-flash shiner imitations with laser finish; effective in clear water for a wide range of inshore species; available in 13F and 15F.
• Ayu — Natural ayu (sweetfish) imitation; effective for species keying on small baitfish in clear water; 13F only.

Attractor & High-Visibility Colors — Best in stained water, low-light conditions, and when fish need to be drawn from a distance:

• Ghost White — Translucent white finish; effective in clear water and low-light conditions; available in 13F and 15F.
• Bone — High-contrast white/bone finish; effective in stained water and overcast conditions; available in 13F and 15F.
• Purple Back Silver — Purple back with silver sides; effective attractor color for calico bass and inshore species in clear to lightly stained water; 13F only.
• Black Purple — High-contrast black and purple; effective in low-light and night fishing applications; 13F only.
• Pro Blue — Blue attractor finish; effective for a wide range of inshore saltwater species in clear water; available in 13F and 15F.
• Chrome — Maximum flash chrome finish; effective in clear water where flash is the primary trigger; 15F only.
• Wounded Soldier — Distressed baitfish pattern; mimics an injured or dying baitfish for triggering reaction strikes from predators; 15F only.
• Mint — Mint green attractor finish; effective in clear water for calico bass and inshore species; available in 13F and 15F.
• SOS Yellow / SOS Green — High-visibility SOS attractor colors; effective in stained water and low-light conditions where maximum visibility is needed; available in 13F and 15F.

Best For

• Calico Bass — The Salt Pro SP Minnow is one of the most proven calico bass lures available; fast ripping retrieve and erratic action trigger reaction strikes from calico bass holding on kelp edges, rocky structure, and open water; 13F for lighter presentations, 15F for larger profile matching mackerel and grunion forage.
• Yellowtail — 15F size with heavy-duty saltwater hooks for yellowtail on fast ripping retrieves; weight transfer system provides the casting distance needed to reach breaking fish and cover open water quickly; Laser Sardine and mackerel colors when sardines and mackerel are the primary forage.
• White Seabass — Erratic side-to-side action and realistic baitfish colors trigger strikes from white seabass in kelp and open water; 15F size for matching the larger baitfish profile that white seabass key on.
• Inshore & Nearshore Saltwater — Versatile floating jerkbait for a wide range of inshore and nearshore saltwater species; floating action allows the bait to be worked over shallow structure and kelp without snagging; 29 color options cover every water clarity and light condition.

The Shimano Butterfly Flat-Fall Jig in Size 100 is a premium slow-pitch vertical jig designed for offshore and inshore saltwater fishing, revolutionizing traditional butterfly jigging with its unique flat-fall action. This 100g (3.52 oz) model excels in mid-water column targeting, mimicking injured baitfish with a wobbling, horizontal descent that keeps it in the strike zone longer than standard butterfly jigs. Ideal for species like tuna, yellowtail, kingfish, grouper, calico bass, and rockfish, it's particularly effective in West Coast kelp beds or over reefs. The hydrodynamic flat keel ensures a fluttering fall, while the center-balanced design promotes bites on the drop.

Crafted with high-quality materials, it comes pre-rigged with two Owner Dancing Stinger hooks on 250 lb PowerPro assist cord for reliable hookups. Available in multiple colors to match local forage, this jig pairs best with 300–600g-class jigging rods (like the Daiwa Proteus EX) and high-gear-ratio reels spooled with 40–65 lb braid. As of October 2025, prices range from $18–$25 depending on retailer and color; check sites like Tackle Express or TackleDirect for stock.

Specifications Table for Size 100

The XL Jig Built for Trophy Fish

When you're targeting the big ones — White Seabass, Yellowtail, Halibut, Lingcod, and Tuna — you need a bait that matches their appetite. The Hookup Baits XL 6" Long Jig is handcrafted in San Diego specifically for Southern California's most prized sportfish, and it fishes just as well in freshwater for big bass and trout.

Why Anglers Reach for the XL

Most soft baits are built for average fish. The XL Long Jig is built for the fish you're actually chasing. At 6" long with a premium lead head and an Owner hook, it drops fast, swims naturally, and holds up through multiple fish. The built-in garlic scent keeps fish holding on longer — giving you the extra second you need to set the hook.

The Problem With Undersized Baits

Smaller jigs get ignored by trophy-class fish, especially in deeper water where big White Seabass and Yellowtail are holding. The XL's 6" profile and weighted head get you down to the strike zone quickly without needing extra sinkers — no rigging hassle, just drop and fish.

What Sets It Apart

• Handmade in San Diego — not mass-produced overseas
• Premium Owner hooks for superior hookup ratios
• Garlic-scented body that fish hold longer
• Comes with a replacement body in the same color — built-in backup
• No extra weights needed — fishes right out of the package
• Effective in both saltwater and freshwater

The Right Pick If...

• You're targeting White Seabass, Yellowtail, or Lingcod in SoCal waters
• You need a jig that gets deep fast without extra rigging
• You want a bait with a proven scent advantage
• You're fishing kelp beds, rocky structure, or deep water columns

Best Fishing Techniques

• Slow roll: Steady retrieve near the bottom for Halibut and Lingcod
• Yo-yo jigging: Drop to depth, rip up, let it flutter — deadly on Yellowtail and White Seabass
• Drift fishing: Let the current work the bait through structure for Rockfish and Grouper
• Cast and retrieve: Works in freshwater for big bass and trout

Best Conditions

• Deep water: 40–200+ feet for Yellowtail, White Seabass, and Lingcod
• Kelp beds and rocky structure
• Current-driven drift fishing
• Clear to moderate visibility — the natural color profiles shine in both

Best For

• Species: White Seabass, Yellowtail, Halibut, Lingcod, Rockfish, Tuna, Grouper, Bass, Trout
• Techniques: Yo-yo jigging, slow roll, drift fishing, cast and retrieve
• Environments: Offshore, nearshore, kelp beds, rocky reefs, deep structure, freshwater lakes

Key Features

• 6" profile — XL size for trophy-class fish
• Premium lead head — fast sink, natural swim action
• Owner hook — industry-leading sharpness and strength
• Garlic-scented soft body
• Each package includes (1) jig + (1) replacement body in matching color
• Available in 2oz and 3oz weights
• Colors: Red Crab, Chovy, Mint, Sardine Green, Ice
• Saltwater and freshwater ready

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Match the weight to the depth: Use 2oz in shallower nearshore water (under 60 ft) and 3oz when you need to get down fast in deeper offshore zones.
• Color by clarity: Red Crab and Chovy shine in clear water; Ice and Mint are go-to choices in low-light or murky conditions.
• Let it flutter: On the yo-yo retrieve, pause at the top of your rip and let the jig flutter down — that's when most strikes happen.

FAQ

What's included in each package?
Each package includes one 6" jig (in your selected weight and color) plus one replacement soft body in the same color — so you're covered when the body gets torn up by fish.

Can I use this jig in freshwater?
Yes. While it's designed for SoCal saltwater species, the XL Long Jig is equally effective for large freshwater bass, trout, and other predatory fish in lakes and reservoirs.

Which weight should I choose — 2oz or 3oz?
Choose 2oz for shallower water and lighter current. Go with 3oz when fishing deeper structure, stronger current, or when you need a faster drop to keep fish from losing interest.

Catchy Tackle Wahoo Bombs are the best in the business with extreme attention to detail and quality components.  The mylar skirt gives off a ton action and flash while the willow blade of the rear spins on a heavy duty swivel.  

The Catchy Tackle Wahoo Bombs are fitted with 4x strong hook will stand up to the biggest baddest fish in the ocean and the heavy wire and swivels won't fail you.  If you target wahoo, tuna, or billfish, this lure is the bomb.

4.4oz

The Ima Big Stick topwater lure is the result of years of development by the Japanese engineering team at Ima and professional angler, Randy Pringle. Extremely easy to fish and impart excellent action, the Big Stick doesn't require a big swimbait rod either, it's actually designed for use with conventional gear. The bait's rear weighted design allows the bait to start up its characteristic action as soon as you start your retrieve, and it also helps increase casting distance and accuracy.

In addition to highly detailed finishes, massive eyes and a unique head, designed to push significant volumes of water, the Ima Big Stick also features eight individual sound chambers that when fished fast creates a huge ruckus, but also allows it to be popped subtly along the surface. Featuring a durable wire-through construction, heavier split rings and Owner hooks, the Ima Big Stick can stand up to any trophy fish - bass, musky, pike, stripers and various saltwater species. It will spit like a magnum popper, walk like the hardest-sashaying walking bait, and anglers don't have to be experts to make it do its thing.

Length: 7"

Weight: 1.75oz (50g)

Type: Pencil Surface Popper

Hooks: Owner ST-66 #1/0

Compact Finesse for Selective Pelagics

The JRI Custom Lures JRI-1 Surface Iron Jigs deliver hand-crafted quality in a compact, lighter profile for finesse surface presentations. Built with meticulous attention to detail and premium components, these custom surface irons provide the perfect combination of size and action for matching smaller baitfish and triggering strikes from selective pelagics. The JRI-1 represents JRI Custom Lures' commitment to creating specialized tools for finesse fishing situations.

Premium Design and Construction

• Hand-Crafted Quality: Each jig is individually made with attention to detail that ensures consistent performance
• Compact JRI-1 Profile: Smaller size matches smaller baitfish for finesse presentations
• Light Surface Weight: Ideal for calm conditions and situations requiring subtle presentations
• Premium Components: Quality hooks and hardware sized appropriately for the compact profile
• Durable Finish: High-quality plating provides maximum flash and withstands saltwater punishment
• Optimized Action: Balanced for effective surface retrieve and finesse techniques

Classic Surface Iron Technique

The JRI-1 excels with the time-tested surface iron retrieve. Cast the iron to feeding fish or working birds, let it sink briefly, then retrieve with a rhythmic rod-pumping action that creates an erratic swimming motion. The lighter weight and smaller profile create a more subtle presentation that's ideal when fish are feeding on smaller baitfish like anchovies or when they're being selective. The compact size also makes it easier to cast on lighter tackle and work with finesse techniques.

Built for Finesse Situations

Whether you're targeting yellowtail feeding on small anchovies, working for bonito and skipjack in calm conditions, pursuing calico bass with lighter tackle, casting to picky tuna that won't hit larger irons, fishing for barracuda in clear water, or any situation where a smaller profile triggers more strikes, the JRI-1 delivers consistent results. The compact size is especially effective in calm water when fish can see larger jigs more clearly and become selective about what they'll strike.

JRI Custom Lures Quality

JRI Custom Lures has built a reputation for hand-crafted quality and fish-catching performance among serious West Coast anglers. The JRI-1 Surface Iron continues this tradition, combining compact finesse design with meticulous craftsmanship that produces results when conditions and fish behavior demand a more subtle approach. From party boats to private vessels, the JRI-1 is trusted by anglers who understand that sometimes smaller is better.

Experience the custom-crafted finesse that selective fish demand. The JRI Custom Lures JRI-1 Surface Iron isn't just a smaller jig—it's a hand-crafted finesse tool for situations where subtle presentations make the difference.

Catch selective fish with JRI-1 Surface Iron—where compact finesse meets custom quality.

Mustad's Rip Roller Slow Fall Jig has a slim, streamlined profile for quick descent on a tight line. Its centered weight gives it a stable but rolling motion on a slack line.

Its two contrasting colors on each side create a blinking flash that attracts attention and triggers strikes. Perfect for deep fish or heavy current.  In SoCal, these have been a staple on both day trips and long range trips for big bluefin tuna.  Rig them on a 4' leader of 200 pound or 300 pound fluorocarbon leader or just get the Tackle Express exclusive J-arry Rig.  

Each lure features a 2X single assist hook 10816NP-DT.

Sizing in grams.

Also, they rig up great for those cow size bluefin