Spro Rat 30 Wakebait

The Spro Rat 30 Wakebait is built for the topwater blowup every angler is chasing. Two years in development and an ICAST Best of Show winner in the hard lure category, the Rat triggers the instinctive, reaction strike that big predator fish can't pass up.

Why Big Fish Can't Leave It Alone

Fussy fish often ignore a bait that moves too clean or too predictably. The Rat's wake and kick mimic something struggling on the surface, which flips the switch from a fish watching to a fish striking. When they're actively feeding, this is the real meal deal they're looking for.

Dialed-In Hook Placement

Bill Siemantel designed the hook placement on the Rat 30 specifically to boost hookup ratio, so fewer blowups turn into misses. Paired with sticky-sharp Gamakatsu hooks standard on every bait, you convert more of those explosive strikes into fish in the boat.

One Bait, Five Retrieves

The Rat isn't a one-trick bait. Bulge it along just under the surface, v-wake it on a steady retrieve, walk the dog with sharp twitches, or pop it for a more aggressive commotion, covering several presentations with one lure in the box.

The Right Pick If...

You're targeting big largemouth, smallmouth, or other topwater predators and want a floating bait that draws explosive surface strikes. At 3.25 inches without the tail and 1/2 ounce, the Rat 30 is the mid-size option in the lineup, a step down from the Rat 40 for a slightly smaller profile.

Best Techniques and Conditions

Works best in low light, early morning, and evening when big fish move shallow to feed on top, as well as any time baitfish are active near the surface. Calm water lets the wake action show clearly, though a light chop can also draw reaction strikes from fish already keyed on the commotion.

Best For

• Big largemouth and smallmouth bass hunting topwater prey
• Early morning and evening surface bites
• Bulging, v-waking, walking the dog, or popping retrieves
• Anglers who want a slightly smaller wakebait profile than the Rat 40

Key Features

• ICAST Best of Show winner in the hard lure category
• Hook placement designed by Bill Siemantel for a higher hookup ratio
• Versatile action: bulge, v-wake, walk the dog, or pop
• Sticky-sharp Gamakatsu hooks standard

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Step down to the Spro Rat 25 for the smallest profile, or size up to the Spro Rat 40 or Spro Rat 50 when targeting bigger forage or trophy fish.
• Match low light conditions, like early morning or dusk, with a natural shad pattern, and save brighter patterns like Chrome Silver for overcast or stained water.
• Slow your retrieve down in calm, clear conditions so the wake stays subtle rather than overpowering.

FAQ

How does the Rat 30 compare to the Rat 40?
The Rat 30 is smaller at 3.25 inches and 1/2 ounce, versus the 4-inch, 1-ounce Rat 40, making it a better match for smaller forage sizes.

What retrieve works best to start?
A steady v-wake retrieve is a good starting point, then experiment with bulging or popping based on how fish respond.

Does it come with hooks installed?
Yes, it ships rigged with sticky-sharp Gamakatsu hooks placed for a high hookup ratio.