FLAT LINE TIE :
The flat line tie is equipped with a premium snap swivel that limits restriction and optimizes the action .
JOINT PIVOT PINS :
The single-joint body pivots side-to-side on three pins that help promote good balance and responsive action using a variety of retrieve styles .
TAIL REPLACEMENT :
The soft-plastic tail is easy to replace by removing a small pin . Storm throws in an extra tail in case the original gets torn up
Final Thoughts
Glide baits are available at some tall price points , but the Arashi is solid proof that you needn ’ t spend a small fortune to get one with a quality finish , great balance , enticing action and other premium attributes found in hand-crafted models that are significantly more expensive . Though it ’ s hardly the best choice for filling out a quick limit , the largeprofile glider is a good card to play when looking for a kicker to add some weight to your bag , or when you ’ re out fun-fishing on a lake known for producing big bites . It can also be useful as a “ search bait ” that will sometimes entice curious fish to follow and give away their position .
Performance Advice
Rod : A heavy-action flipping stick will work , but if you are truly serious about fishing a glide bait , look for a stout , long-handled specialty rod that is 7 ’ 6 ” to 8 ’ 0 ” with a fast tip and parabolic action down the mid-section to the butt to help absorb the shock of violent short strikes at close range and keep the fish pinned during the battle .
Line : Big rods paired with large baits meant to fool heavyweight bass demand big , strong line . Some anglers might prefer braid or a braid with a fluorocarbon leader to maximize strength or help keep the bait up in that water column .
Reel : Use a reel with some big guts and an oversized spool that will hold plenty of largediameter line . The Shimano Tranx , Abu Garcia Revo Beast X and Shimano Calcutta Conquest round reels are all worth a look .
Wear Your Shades : Wearing good polarized sunglasses will sometimes enable you to eyeball curious followers from a distance , especially in clear water conditions .
Applications
— Clear-water situations — Use it around docks , bushes and other targets — Fish it with varied retrieves — Draw fish out of deep , clear water — Ideal when lots of big bass are shallow – pre-spawn , spawn , post-spawn and fall — Around bluegill beds
HITS & MISSES
+ Big-fish appeal + Premium hooks + Rotating hook hangers + Enticing action + Versatility + Good price point + Spare / replaceable tail section — Tends to cartwheel on snap casts
DETAILS
Length : 7 1 / 2 inches Weight : 3 1 / 8 ounce Fall Rate : Slow Hook Size : VMC 2 / 0 ( 2 ) Colors : 9 Rattles : Yes Spare Tail : Yes MSRP : $ 37.99 Contact : rapala . com . n
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