{"product_id":"deps-slide-swimmer-300","title":"Deps Slide Swimmer 300","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Deps Slide Swimmer 300 puts a true giant-bait profile in front of trophy bass. At 300 mm (11.8 inches) and 10 oz, this floating glide bait combines the Slide Swimmer series' soft outer shell with a powerful, jointed swimming action. It is the largest model in the Deps Slide Swimmer trophy-bass lineup, made for anglers who would rather commit to a big-fish presentation than downsize for more bites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA steady retrieve produces a smooth S-shaped swim, while twitches and short jerks add abrupt changes of direction. The substantial body moves plenty of water, giving you a large-forage presentation for fish feeding on trout or shad. \u003cstrong\u003eHooks are not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose hooks and hardware for your target species, and check the finished bait's balance before fishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGive Big Fish a Meal Worth Following\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen smaller offerings do not match the forage you are seeing, the 300 offers a much larger silhouette without relying on a fast retrieve. Its soft shell adds lifelike texture and cushions contact between the body sections. The trade-off is commitment: this is a specialized giant swimbait that requires appropriately rated tackle, casting room, and patience. Choose it for deliberate trophy hunting, not as an everyday bait for light gear or tight cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For Big-Forage Water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for trophy largemouth bass, open-water glide-bait presentations, and working outside points, offshore structure, and baitfish travel routes with room for the lure to turn. Clear to moderately clear water is a useful starting point for watching the bait and following fish. Select the Hatchery Trout finish when matching trout forage, or a shad finish when matching local shad. Let the forage and fish response guide the choice rather than treating any color as a guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes the 300 Different\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGiant 300 mm profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e a substantial presentation for anglers targeting trophy-class predators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft-shell construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a rigid core with a flexible exterior for distinctive texture and movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring-weight micro-vibration system:\u003c\/strong\u003e head-mounted weights add subtle vibration and a knocking sound during rod input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-through duct:\u003c\/strong\u003e channels water between the core and shell and releases it at the joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBumper fins:\u003c\/strong\u003e help stabilize the action and reduce hook tangles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloating design:\u003c\/strong\u003e allows hook selection to suit the application; installed hardware affects the finished balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Butch Brown finishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gizzard Shad #18, Hatchery Trout #19, and American Shad #38.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModels \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead style=\"background-color: #3399cc; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eLure Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eHooks\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlide Swimmer 300, all listed finishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 mm \/ 11.8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Smooth, Then Change the Cadence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with a steady retrieve where you can see the bait and learn how it swims with your chosen hardware. Add a short twitch or measured reel turn to change direction, then give the lure room to finish its movement. When a fish follows, vary one thing at a time instead of immediately speeding up. Use a rod rated for the complete rigged lure weight, a suitable reel, and line appropriate for giant-bait casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a smaller presentation within the same family, compare the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tackleexpress.com\/products\/deps-slide-swimmer-250\"\u003eDeps Slide Swimmer 250\u003c\/a\u003e. For a further step down in profile, consider the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tackleexpress.com\/products\/deps-slideswimmer-175\"\u003eDeps Slide Swimmer 175\u003c\/a\u003e. The 300 is the choice when a giant silhouette is the point of the presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTackle Express Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck flotation and swimming balance in the water after installing or changing hooks and split rings. Do not assume every hardware combination will behave the same way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake controlled casts with tackle rated for the rigged bait, and inspect your line, knots, and hardware regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the bait after use and store it separately in a supportive case. Avoid direct heat, hot vehicles, and contact with other lures that could damage or discolor the shell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore You Rig It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Slide Swimmer 300 include hooks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is supplied without hooks so you can select hardware for your target fish. Deps lists #3\/0 treble hooks and #5 split rings as a starting recommendation for black bass; test the complete setup before fishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it floating or slow sinking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 300 model is classified as floating. Hook size, wire thickness, and other added hardware can change its balance and buoyancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat retrieve should I start with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStart with a straight retrieve for a smooth S-shaped swim, then try short twitches or jerks to introduce a directional change. Watch the lure respond before adding more input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I throw it on my regular bass rod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the rod manufacturer's lure rating as your guide. This is a 10 oz bait before your chosen hardware, so it needs a setup designed to cast the complete rigged weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4q3K2tW6sHw?si=71XR6Khtk2dI14Y2\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVideo is about the swimming action of the Deps Slideswimmer 300.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deps","offers":[{"title":"Butch Brown Gizzard Shad #18","offer_id":50824830091520,"sku":"SS300\/18","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Butch Brown Hatchery Trout #19","offer_id":50824830124288,"sku":"SS300\/19","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Butch Brown American Shad #38","offer_id":50824830157056,"sku":"SS300\/38","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/2835\/files\/deps-slide-swimmer-300hard-swimbaitsss30018-6183601.png?v=1793307017","url":"https:\/\/tackleexpress.com\/products\/deps-slide-swimmer-300","provider":"Tackle Express - Saltwater and Freshwater Fishing Tackle Shop ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}