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Berkley · Preserved & Artificial Bait
PopularBerkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow, 1 in, Smelt, Jar
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Options
- Item weight
- 3.2 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 3 x 2 x 2 inches
Quick take
Best for
- Panfish and perch in small lakes and ponds
- Bass on ultralight rigs in clear water
- Live bait presentations without messy natural bait
Skip if
- You need large minnows; 1 inch is small
- You fish saltwater; freshwater formula with some saltwater sizes
Strengths
- Powerful scent soaking expands strike zone around lure
- Lifelike appearance and texture match natural minnows
- No hassle of keeping live bait fresh
- Works on light line and ultralight tackle
Trade-offs
- Scent wears off after catching a few fish
- Soft plastic texture differs from live bait behavior
- Small 1 inch size limits use to panfish and small bass
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Crappie
- Panfish
- Trout
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Jigging
- Float fishing
- Skill level
- Beginner
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chartreuse Shad | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Black Shad, Blue Shiner, Emerald Shiner, Green Shiner | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Watermelon Pearl | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow, 3 in, Emerald Shiner, Pint | Color:Emerald Shiner | Suits:— |
| Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow, 1 Inch, Green Shiner, Scent-Soaked | Color:Green Shiner | Suits:— |
| Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow, 1 in, Luma Glow, Jar | Color:Luma Glow | Suits:— |
| Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow, 1 in, Smelt, Jar | Color:Smelt | Suits:— |
| Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow, 1 in, Starry Night, Jar | Color:Starry Night | Suits:— |
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