Z-Man Lures & Fishing Baits

The Z-Man Original ChatterBait is a versatile, tournament-winning lure that combines the flash of a spinnerbait, the vibration of a crankbait, and the profile of a jig into a single "fish-slaying package". It is known for its patented head-to-blade connection and signature hex-shaped blade, which produce an unmatched erratic action that triggers reaction bites from bass and other predatory fish.

Key Features & Design

• Intense Vibration: The trademarked hex-shaped blade pivots violently on the jig eyelet, creating a powerful thump you can feel throughout your retrieve.

• Snag-Resistant: The blade doubles as a weedguard, helping the lure deflect off wood and grass without getting hung up.

• Quality Hardware: Built with a custom 5/0 heavy-duty needlepoint hook designed for solid hooksets and durability.

• EZ Skirt® System: Features a quick-change silicone skirt that allows you to swap colors fast to match changing water conditions.

• Trailer Ready: Includes a molded-in bait keeper to lock soft plastic trailers securely on the hook shank.

Versatility & Use

Effective year-round but particularly excels in stained to muddy water and around cover like submerged vegetation or docks. It tracks straight without hydroplaning, making it easy to fish at various speeds and depths.

When it's time to target trophy predators, the Z-Man StreakZ XL 8"is the ultimate 8-inch oversized soft plastic jerkbait. This full-bodied baitfish imitation is engineered for big-game applications, featuring a realistic split-tail design and intricate gill-plate detailing that produces a natural darting and gliding action on the retrieve. Its salt-impregnated construction adds critical weight for long-distance casting and increases the sink rate, making it perfect for both surface and deep-water presentations.

Constructed from Z-Man's legendary 10X Tough ElaZtech superplastic, the StreakZ is incredibly durable and naturally buoyant. This specialized material allows the bait to withstand repeated, aggressive strikes from toothy predators like musky, pike, stripers, and tuna without losing its lifelike flexibility. Whether you're vertical jigging offshore or working a weedless setup in heavy cover, this bait delivers a high-impact profile that triggers instinctive reaction strikes from the largest fish in the system.

Key Features:

• 10X Tough ElaZtech Construction: Delivers extreme durability that outlasts traditional soft baits, even when targeted by toothy predators.

• Salt-Impregnated Body: Increases weight for superior casting distance and ensures a faster sink rate for subsurface applications.

• Realistic Baitfish Action: Features a split-tail design and molded gill plates that create a natural, unpredictable darting motion.

• Maximum Versatility: Naturally buoyant and effective for topwater, midwater, or deepwater fishing across fresh and saltwater environments.

• Integrated Hook Slot: Designed with a specialized slot to facilitate easy weedless rigging in heavy vegetation or timber.

• Optimized Rigging: Pairs perfectly with heavy-duty hardware like 8/0 HeadlockZ jigheads or 10/0 ChinlockZ SWS weighted hooks.

• Target Species: A proven producer for Stripers, Snook, Cobia, Musky, Pike, Tuna, and monster Largemouth Bass.

The Z-Man Tungsten ChatterBait Elite EVO is the next evolution in bladed jigs, combining the award-winning DNA of the ChatterBait Elite EVO with a premium 96% tungsten head for superior performance that gets deeper, sounds different, and catches more fish in tough conditions. This compact, high-density design delivers a faster sink rate and a unique vibration profile that sets it apart from traditional lead-headed chatterbaits, making it a must-have for serious bass anglers targeting pressured waters, deeper structure, or when you need to stay in the strike zone longer.

Key Features:

• Low-profile 96% tungsten head — Smaller yet heavier than lead equivalents, it plunges quickly to reach suspended bass, weed edges, or bottom-hugging fish while producing a distinct "snare drum" sound and vibration spectrum that triggers reaction strikes.
• Patented direct head-to-blade connection + trademarked hex-shaped ChatterBlade® — Starts vibrating instantly on the first turn of the handle, creating erratic, random "hunting" action that mimics fleeing baitfish or crawdads for maximum triggering power.
• Custom 5/0 heavy-duty needlepoint black nickel hook — Refined by Z-Man pros (including exclusive barb placement for better hooksets and lip-lock), it handles big fish and heavy cover with confidence.
• Hybrid molded split-grip + wire trailer keeper — Locks ElaZtech® trailers (like DieZel MinnowZ or SwimmerZ) securely in place, prevents slippage, and makes rigging fast and foolproof.
• Wire-tied 100% silicone skirting — Ultra-durable, color-matched patterns with pro-designed schemes for lifelike presentation and long-lasting performance.
• Oversized 3D eyes + detailed head paint — Hyper-realistic strike target that draws attention and commits bass.
• Premium stainless-steel blades — Available in plated, painted, and glitter-coated finishes for flash and durability in any water clarity.

Performance Advantages:

• Faster Sink Rate: 96% tungsten gets deeper quicker
• Unique Sound Profile: Distinct "snare drum" vibration triggers strikes
• Compact Profile: Smaller yet heavier than lead equivalents
• Instant Vibration: Starts on first turn of the handle
• Hunting Action: Erratic, random movement mimics fleeing prey
• Stays in Strike Zone: Better depth control than competitors
• Pressured Water Specialist: Outperforms in tough conditions

Ideal Applications:

• Pressured waters
• Deeper structure fishing
• Grass, rocks, docks, laydowns
• Open water
• Suspended bass
• Weed edges
• Heavy cover

Recommended Techniques:

• Steady retrieve
• Slow-roll
• Burn retrieve
• Yo-yo presentation
• Hunting action

Recommended Setup:

• Rod: Medium-heavy to heavy swimbait rod
• Line: 15-20 lb fluorocarbon or braid
• Trailer: ElaZtech trailers (DieZel MinnowZ, SwimmerZ)

Available in popular weights like 3/8 oz (ideal for shallow to mid-depths and finesse applications) and 1/2 oz (perfect for deeper water, wind, or heavier cover), this chatterbait excels in grass, rocks, docks, laydowns, and open water. Fish it steady, slow-roll it, burn it, or yo-yo it — the Tungsten Elite EVO hunts unpredictably and stays down better than competitors, often outperforming even high-end options in head-to-head tests.

Pair it with your favorite medium-heavy to heavy swimbait rod, 15-20 lb fluorocarbon or braid, and an ElaZtech trailer for the ultimate bladed jig setup. Whether you're in Southern California reservoirs like Castaic or Pyramid chasing big largemouth, or anywhere bass live, the Z-Man Tungsten ChatterBait Elite EVO raises the bar for vibration, depth control, and big bites.

When you need a bladed jig with 96% tungsten head for faster sink rate and unique sound profile, patented direct head-to-blade connection for instant vibration, custom 5/0 heavy-duty hook, hybrid trailer keeper for ElaZtech trailers, and superior performance in pressured waters and deeper structure, the Z-Man Tungsten ChatterBait Elite EVO is the choice of serious bass anglers.

Note: 96% tungsten head. Faster sink rate and distinct "snare drum" sound. Patented direct head-to-blade connection. Custom 5/0 heavy-duty needlepoint hook. Available in 3/8 oz and 1/2 oz. Outperforms competitors in head-to-head tests.

The Z-Man Original ChatterBait Elite is an upgraded, tournament-quality version of the lure that revolutionized bass fishing. Designed based on direct angler feedback, it takes the classic "thump" of the original and reinforces it with premium hardware and refined cosmetic details.

Key Upgrades & Features

• Premium Hook: Features a long-shank 5/0 Gamakatsu hook that is sharper and stronger than standard hooks for better holding power.

• Strengthened Components: Equipped with a thicker stainless steel blade and a beefed-up Mustad Fastach clip to ensure it can handle heavy cover and aggressive strikes without bending or failing.

• Hand-Tied Skirt: Unlike the rubber-collared skirts on budget models, the Elite uses 100% silicone skirts that are hand-tied with copper wire. This prevents the skirt from sliding or rotting over time and provides a more natural flare.

• Superior Bait Keeper: A molded-in trailer keeper on the hook shank locks ElaZtech and standard soft plastics firmly in place.

• Detailed Aesthetics: The jigheads feature custom, airbrushed paint schemes and oversized eyes designed to perfectly "match the hatch" of your favorite local forage.

Available in two primary weights, 3/8 oz and 1/2 oz, and a wide range of proven colors like Green Pumpkin, Black/Blue, and White/Chartreuse.

The Z-Man Scented Jerk ShadZ 5" is a premium soft jerkbait engineered from Z-Man's legendary 10X ElaZtech material and infused with a built-in scent formula that keeps fish holding on longer. At 5 inches, this bait delivers a wide, gliding action on the pause that mimics a dying shad — irresistible to bass, redfish, speckled trout, and more. Each pack includes 5 baits, giving you serious value without sacrificing quality.

Whether you're working shallow flats, grass edges, or open water, the Scented Jerk ShadZ excels on a weightless Texas rig, wacky rig, or light jighead. Its buoyant ElaZtech construction keeps it riding high in the water column, while the forked tail kicks and quivers on every twitch. Fish it slow, fish it fast — it produces either way.

Key Features

• Built-in scent infusion — fish hold on longer for better hookup ratios
• 10X ElaZtech construction — buoyant, ultra-durable, outlasts conventional soft plastics
• 5" profile with wide-glide action — deadly on the pause and the fall
• Forked tail delivers lifelike quiver on every twitch and retrieve
• Versatile rig options — weightless Texas, wacky, or light jighead
• Effective in freshwater and saltwater
• 5 baits per pack — premium value

Specifications

The Z-Man Slim SwimZ 3" is a downsized, finesse paddle-tail swimbait designed for maximum underwater action in a compact profile. It is engineered with a slender body and an exclusive curved paddle tail that generates an irresistible wiggling motion even during extremely slow retrieves.

Key Performance Features

• 10X Tough ElaZtech: Made from Z-Man's proprietary material, these baits are incredibly durable and can withstand dozens of strikes from aggressive fish like seatrout or flounder without tearing.

• Natural Buoyancy: Unlike traditional plastisol baits, the ElaZtech material is naturally buoyant, allowing the tail to float up at a 90-degree angle when at rest, mimicking a feeding baitfish.

• Low-Speed Action: The thin, curved tail is designed to pulsate and "thump" at any retrieve speed, making it a highly effective tool for cold-water fishing.

• Multi-Species Versatility: While small enough for crappie and white bass, its profile is highly effective for pressured largemouth, smallmouth, and inshore saltwater species like redfish.

The Z-Man Big TRD is an upsized, 4-inch version of the original Finesse TRD, designed to provide a larger profile for targeting bigger bass while maintaining the "magic" of the Ned rig. Made from Z-Man's proprietary 10X Tough ElaZtech material, it is incredibly durable and naturally buoyant, allowing it to stand straight up on the bottom to mimic a defensive baitfish or craw.

Key Features

• Upsized Profile: Features the same dimpled body and stickbait shape as the original but elongated to 4 inches to trigger bites from larger fish.

• Extreme Buoyancy: The ElaZtech construction ensures the bait stands vertically at rest, creating an irresistible presentation on a Ned rig.

• Unmatched Durability: Designed to withstand dozens of strikes and catches without tearing, outlasting standard plastisol baits.

• Versatile Rigging: While built for the Ned rig, its larger size also makes it effective for wacky rigging, Texas rigging, and Carolina rigging.

The Z-Man Neko ShroomZ is a specialized nose weight designed to simplify the rigging of Neko rigs, particularly with Z-Man's proprietary ElaZtec material. Because ElaZtech is extremely durable and buoyant, traditional nail weights often fail to penetrate or stay secured; the Neko ShroomZ solves this with a unique hardware design.

Key Features & Design

• Dual-Prong Keeper: Features a stainless steel centering pin for easy alignment and two sharp molded plastic barbs that lock into the bait.

• Mushroom Head: The weighted head is shaped like Z-Man’s famous "ShroomZ" jigheads, which helps the bait rock and pivot on the bottom for a more lifelike action.

• External Weight: Unlike traditional nail weights that are buried inside the plastic, the head remains on the outside, providing increased and better bottom contact.

Specifications

Upgrade your finesse game with the Z-Man Power Finesse ShroomZ, a "beefed-up" version of the legendary Finesse ShroomZ designed to handle larger baits and bigger fish. Built with a heavy-duty forged 3/0 black nickel hook, these jig heads provide the extra strength needed to pull trophy bass out of heavy cover without compromising the subtle, effective action of the Ned Rig.

The Power Finesse ShroomZ fills a critical gap for anglers who want the slow fall and realistic profile of a finesse presentation but require the "horsepower" of a standard-sized hook. Whether you are dragging rocks or skipping docks, the unique welded wire keeper ensures your ElaZtech plastics stay locked in place fish after fish.

Key Features:

• Upsized Power Hook: Features a custom 3/0 medium-wire needlepoint hook that is significantly stronger than standard finesse hooks, ideal for larger fish and heavier lines.

• Signature Mushroom Head: The classic flat-bottom design allows your bait to stand straight up on the bottom, mimicking a defensive crawfish or a feeding minnow.

• Welded Wire Keeper: A specialized mid-shank keeper that grips ElaZtech baits securely without the need for messy super glue, improving efficiency on the water.

• Versatile Sizing: Offered in popular 1/10, 1/6, and 1/5 ounce weights to match varying depths and wind conditions.

• Perfect Pairing: Specifically designed to mate seamlessly with the Z-Man Big TRD, FattyZ, Finesse WormZ, and Boar HogZ.

• Available Options: Comes in standard or weedless configurations (featuring an adjustable dual-strand wire guard) to help you fish snag-free in the thickest cover.

Discover the Z-Man Fuzzy NuggetZ, a revolutionary 1/2-inch micro finesse soft bait engineered to mimic zooplankton, insect larvae, microcrustaceans, and distressed prey with unmatched subtlety and durability. Part of Z-Man's innovative Fuzzy Bait System, these baits deliver non-stop tentacle action even when deadsticked on a dropshot rig, triggering strikes from the most finicky fish in clear water or tough conditions.

Handcrafted with a 12-sided dodecahedron ElaZtech® body for endless rigging versatility and 10X Tough™ material that outlasts traditional soft plastics, the Fuzzy NuggetZ is your go-to for nail-weighted wacky rigs, dropshots, free rigs, and Neko setups. Slow-sinking and high-floating, it hovers enticingly in the water column to provoke curious bites year-round.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Lifelike Action: Premium silicone skirt fibers, hand-threaded for secure hold, provide continuous quivering and flowing movement that stays lively fish after fish – ideal for imitating tiny pelagic prey.
• Ultimate Durability: Made from proprietary 10X Tough ElaZtech®, resists tearing and holds up to dozens of catches without losing shape or action.
• Versatile Rigging: 12-sided dodecahedron core creates multiple hook points; narrow midriff can be cut to yield two smaller finesse baits, doubling your value.
• Target Species: Smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, spotted bass, panfish, crappie, trout, and more – perfect for finesse fishing in freshwater lakes, rivers, and reservoirs.
• Eco-Friendly & Buoyant: Buoyant formula stands up on the bottom for Ned rig compatibility; slow sink rate excels in sight fishing and suspended presentations.

Bassmaster Elite anglers like Seth Feider rave about its bite-triggering power during challenging smallmouth outings. Whether you're finesse jigging with Finesse ShroomZ® heads or dropshotting in deep water, the Fuzzy NuggetZ converts follows into hooksets. Backed by Z-Man's 30+ years of innovation, including the legendary ChatterBait® and ElaZtech® lineup.

Master the art of Midwest finesse with the Z-Man TRD MinnowZ, a slender 3.5-inch baitfish imitation designed to mimic a wide variety of small forage species. Built with Z-Man's legendary 10X Tough ElaZtech superplastic, this bait offers unmatched durability and extreme buoyancy that keeps it performing long after traditional soft plastics have failed.

The TRD MinnowZ features a unique, small flat tail that provides two distinct actions: it accentuates a darting, quivering movement when rigged vertically or a graceful gliding action when oriented horizontally. This versatility makes it a "must-have" for tournament anglers facing tough conditions or clear-water predators that require a more subtle, natural presentation.

Key Features:

• Anatomical Baitfish Profile: Accurately mimics minnows, fry, and small baitfish preferred by both freshwater and saltwater predators.

• 10X Tough ElaZtech: Delivers extraordinary durability, allowing you to catch dozens of fish on a single lure without tearing.

• Salt-Free Formulation: Ensures extreme buoyancy, allowing the bait to stand up or glide effortlessly for a realistic vertical presentation.

• Versatile Rigging Options: Perfectly suited for a Ned Rig, drop shot, split shot, or even weedless around heavy cover.

• Optimized for Finesse: Pairs seamlessly with Z-Man Finesse ShroomZ, NedlockZ, and Finesse BulletZ jigheads.

• Proven Performance: A top choice for Midwest Finesse enthusiasts (including Ned Kehde) for targeting largemouth, smallmouth, and inshore saltwater species.

Z-Man Banded Replacement SkirtZ are professional-grade silicone skirts designed to revitalize or customize a wide range of fishing lures, including jigs, spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, and chatterbaits. With decades of experience as a primary supplier to major lure manufacturers, Z-Man offers these same high-quality components directly to anglers for personal lure modification.

Key Performance Features

• Premium Material: Constructed from 100% silicone, these skirts offer a lifelike pulsating action in the water while maintaining long-term durability.

• Balanced Profile: The 45-strand construction provides a full, motion-packed profile that attracts fish without being so bulky that it interferes with the action of your soft plastic trailers.

• Universal Fit: These skirts are designed to fit securely on most standard wire baits and jigheads.

• Banded Design: The skirts are pre-banded for a quick and easy "on-and-off" application, allowing you to change colors or replace worn-out skirts in seconds while on the water.

The Z-Man Graph ShadZ is a pre-rigged soft plastic lure purpose-built for forward-facing sonar (FFS/live sonar) fishing. Its deep-bodied 3.8" shad profile delivers a strong, vibrant return on your graph screen while swimming with the kind of natural, quivering action that triggers strikes from pressured bass. Engineered from Z-Man's legendary 10X ElaZtech material, it's buoyant, nearly indestructible, and built to outlast multiple fish per bait.

The line-through jighead design keeps the bait locked at a precise horizontal angle with a consistent 90-degree line tie — no twisting, no knot repositioning, just repeatable balance cast after cast. An internal air cavity and molded recessed scale patterns trap and release micro air bubbles, maximizing sonar reflectivity so your bait lights up the screen exactly where you need it.

Key Features

• Sonar-optimized deep body with internal air cavity for maximum graph reflectivity
• Line-through jighead with recessed under-chin line tie — stays horizontal at 90-degree angle
• 10X ElaZtech construction — buoyant, ultra-durable, fish multiple bass per bait
• Forked tail with thicker lower lobe for lifelike quivering action on the fall and retrieve
• Medium-wire 3/0 black nickel sickle needlepoint hook for solid hooksets
• Precision color-matched jighead with weight stamped on head
• Includes one pre-rigged lure + one spare body per pack

Specifications

Take your finesse game into "four-wheel drive" with the Z-Man Football Nedz a specialized jig head designed to bring the legendary Ned Rig tactic to deep-water structure. Engineered with a precision-molded oblong football head, this jig excels at dragging, crawling, and walking seamlessly over jagged rocks, brush, and uneven underwater terrain. Its unique shape is designed to deflect off obstructions, causing the bait to pivot and activate in a way that triggers instinctive reaction strikes from wary predators.

Built to handle trophy-sized smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, the Football Nedz is armed with a custom medium-wire 1/0 black nickel hook. This hook provides the perfect balance of needle-sharp penetration and the "horsepower" required to pull big fish away from heavy cover. Equipped with a welded wire keeper, these heads lock your favorite ElaZTec plastics firmly in place, so you can spend more time fishing and less time re-rigging after every strike.

Key Features:

• Oblong Football Head Design: Engineered specifically for dragging finesse baits along rocky bottoms while minimizing snags and hang-ups.

• Custom 1/0 Medium-Wire Hook: Features a premium black nickel finish for maximum strength and penetration on offshore structure.

• Welded Wire Bait Keeper: A unique design that locks ElaZtech plastics securely to the hook shank, even through aggressive strikes and heavy cover.

• Perfect Pairing: Optimized for use with popular Z-Man finesse baits like the Finesse TRD, Hula StickZ, Baby GOAT, and TRD BugZ.

• Multiple Weights & Finishes: Available in 1/8, 3/16, and 1/4 ounce weights with durable Green Pumpkin or Black finishes to match any water clarity.

• Quantity: Each package contains 3 high-performance jig heads.

The Z-Man Scented Jerk ShadZ 7" is a premium soft jerkbait engineered from Z-Man's legendary 10X ElaZtech material and infused with a built-in scent formula that keeps fish holding on longer. At 7 inches, this bait delivers a wide, gliding action on the pause that mimics a dying shad — irresistible to big bass, redfish, stripers, and more. Each pack includes 4 baits, giving you serious value without sacrificing quality.

Whether you're working shallow flats, grass edges, or open water, the Scented Jerk ShadZ excels on a weightless Texas rig, wacky rig, or light jighead. Its buoyant ElaZtech construction keeps it riding high in the water column, while the forked tail kicks and quivers on every twitch. Fish it slow, fish it fast — it produces either way.

Key Features

• Built-in scent infusion — fish hold on longer for better hookup ratios
• 10X ElaZtech construction — buoyant, ultra-durable, outlasts conventional soft plastics
• 7" profile with wide-glide action — deadly on the pause and the fall
• Forked tail delivers lifelike quiver on every twitch and retrieve
• Versatile rig options — weightless Texas, wacky, or light jighead
• Effective in freshwater and saltwater
• 4 baits per pack — premium value

Specifications

The Z-Man Giant TRD is a supersized 6-inch soft plastic stickbait designed to take the effective Ned Rig profile and optimize it for targeting large-caliber bass and other gamefish. While traditional Ned baits are small and subtle, the Giant TRD offers a thick, magnum profile that commands attention in deeper water or heavy cover.

Key Performance Features

• 10X Tough ElaZtech: Constructed from Z-Man’s proprietary superplastic, this bait is extremely durable and can withstand dozens of bites without needing to be replaced.

• Maximum Buoyancy: Unlike standard PVC plastics that sink, ElaZtech is naturally buoyant, allowing the Giant TRD to stand vertically off the bottom at rest.

• Salt-Impregnated Texture: Features a dimpled surface and heavy salt impregnation, providing a lifelike feel that encourages fish to hold on longer for more successful hooksets.

• Versatile Rigging: While optimized for a "Mega Ned Rig," it also excels when used for flipping, pitching, Texas rigging, Carolina rigging, and wacky rigging.

Take your Ned Rig into the thickest cover with the Z-Man Finesse ShroomZ Weedless, a specialized jighead designed to navigate grass, brush, and laydowns without constant fouling. This weedless version of the best-selling mushroom-shaped jighead features a double stainless multi-strand wire weedguard that is fully adjustable, allowing you to fine-tune the snag resistance for your specific environment.

Built on a premium high-carbon black nickel hook, the Finesse ShroomZ Weedless maintains the same bottom-hugging stability as the original, keeping your bait in a vertical "feeding" posture. It is also equipped with Z-Man’s exclusive welded wire keeper, which locks ElaZtech plastics firmly in place so you can skip docks and drag through heavy wood without your bait sliding down the shank.

Key Features:

• Adjustable Dual Wire Weedguard: Provides exceptional snag resistance while remaining flexible enough for reliable hook penetration.

• Signature Mushroom Head: Engineered to stand your bait upright on the bottom, mimicking defensive crawfish or feeding baitfish.

• Welded Wire Bait Keeper: Securely grips 10X Tough ElaZtech plastics without the need for super glue, improving your efficiency on the water.

• Premium Hardware: Armed with super-sharp black nickel hooks that ensure quick and deep penetration even on light-line setups.

• Perfect Pairing: Specifically designed to mate with Z-Man's finesse lineup, including the Finesse TRD, Hula StickZ, and TRD TicklerZ.

• Available Options: Comes in 1/10, 1/6, and 1/5 ounce weights in standard Green Pumpkin and Black finishes.