{"product_id":"reprobaits-split-tail-baitfish-4-inch-soft-plastics-24-lure-three-colour-bundle","title":"3 Packs ReproBaits Split Tail Baitfish 4-Inch Soft Plastics – 24-Lure Three-Colour Bundle","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA slim, ribbed soft plastic designed to dart, glide and quiver like a small baitfish. Recessed slot for riging weedless or snag resistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ReproBaits Split Tail Baitfish has a narrow tail section and fine forked tail. Unlike a paddle-tail lure, it does not produce a strong swimming action on a straight retrieve. Its movement comes from the way it is rigged and worked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwitch it sharply to make it dart, hop it along the bottom or pause the retrieve and allow it to glide naturally through the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach bundle includes three packets containing eight lures in each colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 × Chartreuse Pepper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 × Whitebait Flash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 × Black Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 soft plastics in total\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 4 inches \/ 10.16 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: approximately 4.3 grams each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHooks, jig heads and other terminal tackle are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree colours for changing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChartreuse Pepper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly visible chartreuse colour with black fleck. Use it in dirty or discoloured water, low light, deeper water or whenever you want the lure to stand out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhitebait Flash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA translucent pearl body with silver fleck that resembles a small baitfish. This is a useful starting colour for clear water, estuaries and areas holding whitebait or other small baitfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA smoke-black body with gold fleck that produces a darker silhouette. Try it in stained water, overcast conditions, deeper water and around structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRigging methods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Split Tail Baitfish can be rigged several different ways depending on the location, depth and species being targeted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard jig head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread the lure onto a suitably sized jig head for casting, hopping and general estuary fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse short rod-tip twitches to make the lure dart from side to side. Pause between movements and watch the line because fish will often take the lure as it falls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighter jig heads create a slower, more natural descent. Heavier jig heads provide greater casting distance and better depth control in current.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrop-shot rig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose-hook the lure above a drop-shot sinker and work it with small shakes and pauses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fine split tail responds to very little rod movement, making this method useful when fish are holding close to the bottom or around pontoons, rock walls, bridge pylons and deeper structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeedless rig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRig the lure on an offset or weighted weedless hook when fishing around weed beds, timber, oyster racks and other snag-prone areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn unweighted hook allows the lure to sink slowly and naturally. A weighted hook provides extra casting distance and helps reach deeper water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnweighted presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRig the lure on a suitable unweighted hook when fishing shallow water or when fish are feeding close to the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast it around the edges of bait schools, pontoons, weed beds and other cover. Work it with a twitch-and-pause retrieve to imitate an injured or separated baitfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVertical jigging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lure can also be jigged vertically beside wharves, boats, bridge pylons and rock walls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower it to the required depth and use small lifts, shakes and pauses. Its ribbed body and split tail continue to move without an aggressive retrieve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested hook sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA #2 to 3\/0 jig head or soft-plastic hook should suit many applications although the correct size will depend on the individual hook pattern and where its point exits the lure. Lighter jigheads or unweighted will give more action. Heavier jigheads will cast further and handle current better.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the jig-head weight according to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater depth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent strength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequired casting distance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesired sink rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake sure the lure sits straight on the hook. A bent or twisted body will reduce its natural darting and gliding action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable target species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe four-inch baitfish profile can be used for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlathead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustralian bass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstuary perch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTailor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustralian salmon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrevally\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulloway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnapper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonito\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmaller kingfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be used in estuaries, rivers, lakes, harbours and sheltered coastal water wherever predatory fish are feeding on small baitfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct: ReproBaits Split Tail Baitfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle: Ribbed split-tail soft plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 4 inches \/ 10.16 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: approximately 4.3 grams each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity per packet: 8 lures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of packets: 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal quantity: 24 lures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColours: Chartreuse Pepper, Whitebait Flash and Black Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePacked and dispatched from Balgowlah, NSW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree useful colours, eight lures in each packet and several ways to rig them. The bundle provides enough soft plastics to cover different water conditions without requiring the buyer to choose only one colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ReproBaits Tackle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433602568249,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0090\/6002\/4377\/files\/splittailsoftplastics1Medium.jpg?v=1788227374","url":"https:\/\/reprobaits.com.au\/products\/reprobaits-split-tail-baitfish-4-inch-soft-plastics-24-lure-three-colour-bundle","provider":"ReproBaits Tackle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}