4" Paddle Tail Zako (Yamamoto Baits)

SKU: YAM-134P-05
Quantity: 5 pcs.
8,99 ā‚¬
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  • Powerful kicking action thanks to a special paddle tail
  • The perfect trailer for swim jigs and chatterbaits
  • Durable and robust Yamamoto rubber compound
  • Stable action even at high retrieval Speeds
  • Proven Zako profile with added appeal

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Product description

The 4" Paddle Tail Zako by Yamamoto is a soft plastic lure that combines the proven shape of the original Zako with a new, powerful action. Its most striking feature is the rectangular paddle tail, which creates a strong, kicking swimming action underwater. This intense action, combined with the segmented and robust body, makes it the ideal trailer for swim jigs and chatterbaits to entice even wary predators like pike, zander, and perch to strike.

Advantages

  • Intense kick action
    The special, rectangular-shaped paddle tail creates a powerful swimming motion and strong vibrations that attract predatory fish even from a distance.
  • Versatile as a trailer
    This lure was specially developed as a trailer for swim jigs and chatterbaits. Its action greatly enhances these lures and ensures more bites.
  • Stable swimming action
    The segmented body stabilizes the lure in the water and prevents it from veering off to the side during faster retrieves. This ensures it always swims naturally and effectively.
  • Durable rubber compound
    The legendary Yamamoto rubber compound is perfectly balancedā€”soft enough for great action, yet durable enough to withstand multiple pike attacks.
  • Proven Profile
    It combines the natural, fish-like profile of the successful Zako with the added appeal of a paddle tailā€”a combination that works.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  1. What is the main difference from the original Yamamoto Zako? The main difference lies in the tail. While the original Zako has a forked tail for subtle action, the Paddle Tail Zako features a large, rectangular paddle tail. This creates a significantly stronger, kicking motion and more pressure waves underwater, making it ideal for fishing for active fish.
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  2. What fishing techniques is the 4" Paddle Tail Zako best suited for? It excels as a trailer on a swim jig or a chatterbait, as its action perfectly complements and enhances that of the main lure. However, you can also fish it very successfully on a weighted swimbait hook or a classic jig head to specifically target weed edges and structures.
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  3. Why is the paddle tail rectangular and not round? The rectangular shape is a special design feature. It displaces water in a unique way and creates a hard, short-frequency kick action that differs from the rolling motion of many round paddle tails. On days with high fishing pressure, this can be the decisive factor in provoking a bite.

Characteristics

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Quantity: 5 pcs.
Length: 10 cm (4 inch)
Effective lure weight: 9g
Apt jigheads: Size 2/0 - 3/0
Apt widegap hooks: Size 1/0 - 2/0
Country of origin: USA

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Manufacturer Information
Name:Yamamoto Baits
Street:5250 Frye Road
City:TX 75061 Irving
State:Texas
Country:Vereinigte Staaten
Website:https://www.yamamotobaits.com