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The 5" Hinge Minnow from Yamamoto is a specially designed softbait that creates a unique action in the water thanks to its distinctive design. Its most striking feature is the split, hinged tail section, which gives the softbait a rolling and side-to-side motion even when retrieved slowly. This effect is enhanced by different-density soft plastic compounds on the belly and back. This action perfectly mimics a fleeing or injured prey fish and creates a strong stimulus that even particularly wary predatory fish like zander, pike, and large perch find hard to resist.
Advantages
Special lure action
The joint in the tail creates a pronounced rolling motion of the body, which emits vibrations and reflections from the lureās sides and attracts predatory fish even from a distance.
Versatile
The Hinge Minnow catches reliably, whether simply retrieved with light twitches, jigged classically on a jig head, or presented as a soft jerkbait.
Excellent casting properties
Despite its special shape, the lure can be cast far and accurately, allowing you to target distant spots with precision.
Ideal for clear water
The rolling, highly visible action makes it an excellent choice in waters with good visibility, where fish can spot the lure even from a distance.
Proven Yamamoto quality
Like all Yamamoto lures, the Hinge Minnow is made from a high-quality, fish-catching soft plastic compound that fish tend to keep in their mouths for a long time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What makes the āHingeā tail so special? The joint in the rear third of the lure decouples the tail from the body. This allows the lure to exhibit a rolling, almost tumbling action at any speed. This movement is a clear signal to predatory fish that itās easy prey and leads to aggressive strikes.
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What is the best way to present the 5" Hinge Minnow? Itās very versatile. A highly effective method is simply reeling it in with light twitches on a light jig head. This allows it to develop its rolling action all on its own. However, it also works well when jigged classically on the bottom or as a soft jerkbait.
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Which target fish is the 5-inch size ideal for? The 5-inch version (approx. 12.7 cm) is a perfect all-around size for specifically targeting zander and pike. But even trophy-sized perch arenāt put off by this bait, especially when theyāre on the hunt for larger prey fish.
Characteristics
Item information
Value
Quantity:
6 pcs.
Length:
13 cm (5 inch)
Effective lure weight:
10g
Apt jigheads:
Size 3/0 - 4/0
Apt widegap hooks:
Size 2/0 - 3/0
Country of origin:
USA
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