Lighthouse Lures Mega Bite Max Shad 6 oz Swim Baits
The Max Shad Sweet Georgia Brown was used to hook into a monster 35 lb ling cod.
By Perry Mack
Lighthouse Lures Mega Bite Max Shad 6 oz Swim Baits
Lighthouse Lures Mega Bite Max Shad 6 oz Swim Baits
Lighthouse Lures Mega Bite Max Shad 6 oz Swim Baits
Pro angler Andrew Luch says, “If you enjoy bottom fishing with consistent action, get down to your local tackle shop and give the new Mega Bite Max Shad 6 oz swim baits by Lighthouse Lures a swim. This past season I had the opportunity to sample these baits. Every time I put them on for clients they caught a wide variety of species Ling Cod, Quill Back, Yellow eye even Halibut.” The action drives any predatory fish crazy. The Max shads are equipped with two laser sharp hooks, and come pre-scented. Tactics for fishing these swim baits are fairly easy, find a drop off, significant depth change, pinnacle or rock pile, and work it. Staying straight up and down with your line is the key. Luch likes to drop them to bottom, reel them up 3.5 – 6m (5-20 ft) then drop them back down, and repeat, maintaining control and tightness of your line at all times. He exclaims, “It’s a rush when you feel the Max shad dropping to bottom then get absolutely crushed by a fish. I use them in depths anywhere from 6 to 66m (20-220ft) depending on tidal speed. These swim baits are a lot of fun to use on light rods and reels, and are a must have if you enjoy targeting bottom fish.”
13 Fishing Superior Soft Baits
13 Fishing Superior Soft Baits
13 Fishing Superior Soft Baits
How can you refuse a helping of Donkey Sauce? Apparently fish can’t, which is why this concoction is infused in 13 Fishing's Superior Soft Baits that mimic tiny bugs and crustaceans. Anglers looking to catch trout, snook or redfish near docks will find they need to refine their finesse presentation - but they will be rewarded. Seven baits in ten different colours with delicious sounding names like Panfish Crouton and Coconut Crab range from 23 to 43 millimeters.
MSRP: $5 USD/6-pack - 13fishing.com
Berkley Juke
Berkley Juke
Berkley Juke
This synthetic bait was designed to mimic the wooden hand carved baits of yesteryear. The balanced design should throw straight and be ready to run right out of the package without tuning. The bill creates a darting action, working hand-in-hand with the flat profile and rattles to attract hungry predators. Pick from 18 different colours.
MSRP: $8 USD - berkley-fishing.com
Dutch Fork Custom Plastic See-Through Spinner Blades
Dutch Fork Custom Plastic See-Through Spinner Blades
Dutch Fork Custom Plastic See-Through Spinner Blades
What happens when you combine an experienced, professional walleye angler with diplomas in art and fine arts? You get a unique selection of spinner blades tried, tested and true to catch fish. The plastic blades are half the weight of metal, and the opaque nature of the plastic means you can see the bead pattern, and the enhanced UV, right through the blade. They will spin at 0.4 mph and will stop and reverse direction on their own to generate more strikes. With over 90 colour patterns, and a choice of smooth or hammered finish, in sizes from #2 to #12, there is sure to be a design perfectly aligned with your technique.
MSRP: $4.90-$5 USD - dutchforkcustomlures.com
LiveTarget BaitBall Spinner Rig
LiveTarget BaitBall Spinner Rig
LiveTarget BaitBall Spinner Rig
The BaitBall Spinner Rig mimics a small cluster of fleeing bait fish using three teaser fish, a single spin blade for flash in the center, and a segregated target fish armed with a single black nickel hook. The interchange system allows you to change both the teaser fish and target fish. Choose from eight colours in different frames and weights.
MSRP: $13.50-$15.50 USD - livetargetlures.com
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