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Berkley Gulp GSJS Stickbait, 6 in, Firetiger
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- Item weight
- 0.09 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 7 x 4.65 x 1.1 inches
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A 6-inch soft jerk shad with 400x scent dispersion and lifelike darting action.
This 6-inch Gulp! Saltwater Jerk Shad in Firetiger is a hookless scented soft jerkbait that darts like a struggling baitfish. It rigs on a belly-weighted swimbait hook or a swimbait jighead, and can also be fished weightless on a plain hook. The loud firetiger pattern gives anglers a high-visibility option to throw on spinning or casting gear.
Best for
- Bass, stripers, and saltwater jacks
- Casting to structure and shorelines
- Anglers who want added scent attraction
Skip if
- You prefer hard baits
- You want shads without scent
Strengths
- Scent dispersion expands the strike zone significantly
- Erratic darting and quick glide mimic injured baitfish
- 100% biodegradable material reduces environmental impact
- Works well in both fresh and saltwater
Trade-offs
- Scent may dissipate faster than standard plastics
- 6 inches is moderate size, not universal
- Biodegradable material degrades faster after opened
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Striped bass
- Water
- Saltwater
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Beginner
When and where to fish it
Its firetiger pattern is a loud one that suits stained and muddy water.
- Clarity
- Stained
- Muddy
- Light
- Overcast
- Low light
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chartreuse, Chartreuse Pepper Neon, Pink Shine | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| FiretigerThis one | A loud pattern that shows up in stained and muddy water under cloud. |
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| Pearl White | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Root Beer Gold | Flashes in stained, tea-colored water and on dark days. |
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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 | Length | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkley GSJS Jerk Shad, 5 in, Chartreuse Pepper Neon | Length:5 in | Color:Chartreuse Pepper Neon | Suits:Stained and muddy water |
| Berkley Gulp GSJS Stickbait, 6 in, Chartreuse | Length:6 in | Color:Chartreuse | Suits:Stained and muddy water |
| Berkley Gulp GSJS Stickbait, 6 in, Firetiger | Length:6 in | Color:Firetiger | Suits:Stained and muddy water |
| Berkley Gulp Jerk Shad, 6 in, Pearl White, 6-Pack | Length:6 in | Color:Pearl White | Suits:Clear and stained water |
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 | 6 in |
|---|---|
| Color | Firetiger |
| Color family | Firetiger |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 6 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Firetiger.
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