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Berkley · Shrimp Imitations
Berkley Gulp! Shrimp Soft Bait, 2 in, Pearl White
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- Item weight
- 1.44 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 6.77 x 4.76 x 0.28 inches
Quick take
A soft plastic shrimp imitation with Gulp scent and durability for saltwater rigging.
This is a 2-inch Berkley Gulp! shrimp soft bait in Pearl White. The compact size suits inshore saltwater fishing where a small shrimp profile is wanted. It can be rigged and fished with the techniques anglers use for live shrimp.
Best for
- Redfish and snapper in flats and bays
- Sight-casting in shallow saltwater
- Multi-rig setups for live shrimp presentation
Skip if
- You fish freshwater; this is saltwater-specific
- You prefer natural baitfish imitations
Strengths
- Gulp scent attracts aggressive strikes from saltwater species
- 3-inch size imitates common forage shrimp
- Soft plastic body is durable through multiple fish
Trade-offs
- The scent dissipates over several casts
- Soft plastic can tear on shell or rocks
- New Penny color shows best in clear water only
Fishing fit
- Species
- Crab & shrimp
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Bottom fishing
When and where to fish it
Its white or pearl pattern stays visible in lightly stained water and under cloud.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Stained
- Light
- Overcast
What it imitates
Its white or pearl pattern imitates shad.
- Shad
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Cajun Purple/Chartreuse, Chartreuse, Glow/Chartreuse, New Penny/Chartreuse, Pearl White/Chartreuse, Pearl White/Pink, Root Beer Gold/Chartreuse | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Pearl WhiteThis one | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Natural Shrimp | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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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 Gulp! Shrimp Soft Bait, 2 in, Pearl White | Length:2 in | Color:Pearl White | Suits:Clear and stained water |
| Berkley Gulp! Shrimp Soft Bait, 3 in, Natural Shrimp | Length:3 in | Color:Natural Shrimp | Suits:Clear water |
| Berkley Gulp Saltwater Shrimp, 3 in, New Penny, 6-Pack | Length:3 in | Color:New Penny | Suits:— |
| Berkley Gulp! Shrimp Soft Bait, 3 in, New Penny Fleck | Length:3 in | Color:New Penny Fleck | Suits:— |
| Berkley Gulp! Shrimp Soft Bait, 3 in, Pearl White/Pink | Length:3 in | Color:Pearl White/Pink | Suits:Stained and muddy water |
| Berkley Gulp! Shrimp Soft Bait, 3 in, Sugar and Spice Glow | Length:3 in | Color:Sugar and Spice Glow | Suits:— |
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 | 2 in |
|---|---|
| Color | Pearl White |
| Color family | White |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 2 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Pearl White.
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