Bay State Tackle · Saltwater Lures
Bay State Tackle Flex Trolling Tube, 15 Inch, Translucent Orange
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Quick take
A 12 inch flexible trolling tube with stainless hardware and 6/0 hook for slow-speed striped bass trolling.
A 15-inch flexible trolling tube in translucent orange, fitted with a 6/0 hook for striped bass. The translucent body lets light pass through, and the thru-wire design keeps the tube moving in a lifelike way when trolled.
Best for
- Striped bass and large saltwater species on slow trolling patterns
- Anglers trolling at 2-3 knots behind boats in bays and estuaries
- Slow-retrieve presentations where lure action comes from the troll, not the angler
Skip if
- You fish at fast trolling speeds above 4 knots
- You cast lures; trolling tubes require passive rod positioning
Strengths
- Flexible polymer construction provides life-like motion at slow speeds without active retrieval
- Thru-wire design with stainless hardware maximizes durability in saltwater
- 260 lb ball bearing swivel prevents line twist during extended trolling sessions
Trade-offs
- Flexible tube design does not allow shaping or tuning like molded tube options
- Slow trolling speed requirement limits application to patient presentations
- Heavy 1 oz weight requires medium-heavy trolling rods for proper feel
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Trolling
- Skill level
- Intermediate
What can I catch with this?
- Striped bass
When and where to fish it
Its bright, high-visibility pattern suits stained and muddy water under an overcast sky or in low light.
- Clarity
- Stained
- Muddy
- Light
- Overcast
- Low light
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chartreuse, Solid Yellow, Translucent OrangeThis one | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Translucent Blue, Translucent Green | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| Solid White | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Green, Solid Green | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Solid Red, Translucent Red | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Solid Black, Solid Blue | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Which one should I pick?
Choose the version by the size your rod and line can cast, then choose the color by water clarity.
| Version | Lure weight | Length | Hook size | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay State Tackle Flex Trolling Tube, 12 in, 1 oz Stainless Hardware | Lure weight:1 oz | Length:12 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Solid Red | Suits:Stained water, striped bass |
| Bay State Tackle Flex Trolling Tube, 12 Inch, Solid Blue | Lure weight:— | Length:12 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Solid Blue | Suits:Muddy water, striped bass |
| Bay State Tackle Flex Trolling Tube, 12 Inch, Solid Green | Lure weight:— | Length:12 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Solid Green | Suits:Clear water, striped bass |
| Bay State Tackle Flex Trolling Tube, 12 Inch, Translucent Red | Lure weight:— | Length:12 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Translucent Red | Suits:Stained water, striped bass |
| Bay State Tackle Flex Trolling Tube, 15 Inch, Translucent Orange | Lure weight:— | Length:15 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Translucent Orange | Suits:Stained and muddy water, striped bass |
| Bay State Tackle Flex Trolling Tube, 18 Inch, Solid White | Lure weight:— | Length:18 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Solid White | Suits:Clear and stained water, striped bass |
| Bay State Tackle Flex Trolling Tube, 24 Inch, Solid White | Lure weight:— | Length:24 in | Hook size:6/0 | Color:Solid White | Suits:Clear and stained water, striped bass |
About this type
A lure is an artificial bait that draws a strike with its shape, color and movement.
Each kind is built for certain depths and ways of fishing.
Weight decides how far a lure casts and what rod and line it needs; color changes how visible it is in the water.
Facts
| Length | 15 in |
|---|---|
| Hook size | 6/0 |
| Color | Translucent Orange |
| Color family | Chartreuse and bright |
| Target species | Striped bass |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 15 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Translucent Orange.
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