FishSmash take

A near foolproof pike bait: cast it, wind it, and the blade does the work. The 28 g head covers most bank and boat depths without technique homework.

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Official specifications

• 10 cm, 28 g
• Variable running depth
• 6/0 hook
• Lead-free
• Welded silicone skirt with trailer keeper

Why it's good

• Bladed jigs need no advanced rod work — a steady retrieve already produces the hunting, vibrating action.
• 28 g at 10 cm casts well on medium-heavy gear and can be fished shallow or deep by varying retrieve speed.
• 6/0 hook is sized for pike rather than being a scaled-up bass hook.
• Welded silicone skirt with a trailer keeper survives pike teeth better than glued skirts and lets you add a soft trailer.
• Lead-free, which matters where lead lures are restricted or discouraged.

Watch-outs

• Bladed jigs are snag-prone around heavy weed and timber — this is open-water and weed-edge gear.
• Constant blade vibration masks subtle bottom feel, so it is a poor choice for slow deep jigging.
• 28 g is heavy for light spinning tackle; you want at least a medium-heavy rod.
• A wire or heavy fluorocarbon leader is mandatory for pike — budget for it.

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