Sammy's Bait Shop

River Eel

$15.99

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Description

The river eel is 8" long and loaded with action. This specific eel swimbait has a metallic silver head and a holographic snake skin pattern on the body of the lure. During the retrieve it will have serpentine action all the way back to the boat or shore. Three treble hooks ensure you are going to hook up with whatever decides he wants a meal of eel. River Eel is a medium diving lure. The River Eel is a similar alternative to the Viper Eel which retails for $22.00 plus shipping.

Specifications

Category

Swimbaits

Length

8 in (203 mm)

Sink Rate

slow sink

Target Species

bass, pike-musky

Techniques

casting

Water Column

mid-depth

Action

serpentine swim

Conditions

open water, clear water

Field Notes

This is a big eel-style swimbait with a serpentine swimming action, making it a good choice for covering water and drawing reaction bites. It can be retrieved steadily to imitate a fleeing baitfish or eel, especially around open water and structure where bass or striped bass are feeding.

Pros

  • Large profile for big-fish appeal
  • Serpentine action on retrieve
  • Slow-sinking presentation
  • Three treble hooks for solid hookup potential

Cons

  • 8-inch size may be too large for smaller bass
  • Treble hooks can snag cover
  • Best suited to anglers comfortable throwing larger baits

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