Hiroshima Customs

8" Hirocaine (ready to ship)

$190

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Description

Much like the Billrilla this bait was designed to be thrown in the heavy winds on the Ca Delta and Clear Lake. This bait has a big profile and shoulder roll to simulate a stunned blue gill that was just attacked. The wake bait version sits fairly deep and also acts as a good deadstick bait. After the cast wait a few seconds for the bait to rise and start a slow retrieve and let the size and action of the bait do the work. The countdown version of this bait can be fished in the depths that traditional crankbaits cannot reach depending on line size and make up. It comes with equipped with 1/0 and #1 Decoy quad XS-21's to gain maximum hook points per square inch. You can play around with hook size and extra rings for more/less sink when working shallower weedy flats or for fish that may crash the bait to stun it. Weight 5oz Size 8"

Specifications

Category

Swimbaits

Weight

5 oz (142 g)

Length

8 in (203 mm)

Sink Rate

slow sink

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting

Water Column

variable

Action

wide rolling wake

Conditions

clear water, vegetation, open water

Field Notes

This is a large profile wake/countdown bait built for casting in heavy wind and covering water around big baitfish. The wake version is best on a slow retrieve or deadstick presentation, while the countdown version can be fished deeper than many traditional crankbaits depending on line size and hook setup.

Pros

  • Big profile and shoulder roll mimic a stunned bluegill
  • Wake and countdown versions add versatility
  • Can be tuned with hook size and extra rings

Cons

  • Large 5 oz bait requires heavy tackle
  • Pricey and technique-specific
  • Not ideal for tight cover or finesse situations

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