Berkley · Paddle-Tail Swimbaits
Berkley PBC Paddle Tail Bait, 3.3 in, French Pearl
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- Item weight
- 0.07 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 8.5 x 7.3 x 1 inches
Quick take
Small two-inch paddle tail bait with PowerBait scent for finesse trout and panfish presentations.
This Berkley PBC paddle tail swimbait in 3.3 inches and French Pearl is a multi-purpose soft bait for anglers who fish several rigs and presentations. Its paddle tail gives it a swimming motion, and it works on a weighted swimbait hook, a jig head, an A-rig, a spinnerbait, or a Texas or Carolina rig. Pick it when you want one bait that covers a range of setups.
Best for
- Finesse fishing clear mountain streams
- Panfish and crappie on small jigs
- Trout ponds where fish are pressured
Skip if
- You need larger baits for pike or bass
- You fish only saltwater
Strengths
- PowerBait formula proven effective on trout
- Multiple rigging options for versatility
- Small size ideal for light line and sensitive fish
Trade-offs
- 2-inch size limits appeal to trophy hunters
- Scent diminishes over time
- Requires finesse rod for best performance
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Panfish
- Crappie
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Finesse
- Jigging
- Skill level
- Beginner
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Blue Chartreuse | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Black Shad, Rainbow Shad, Silver Flash, Silver Shiner | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| French PearlThis one | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Bluegill Flash, Green Pumpkin | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Pro Blue Red Pearl | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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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 PowerBait Paddle Tail Trout Bait, 2 in | Length:2 in | Color:Mermaid | Suits:Trout, crappie and panfish |
| Berkley PBC Paddle Tail Bait, 2 in, Pro Blue Red Pearl | Length:2 in | Color:Pro Blue Red Pearl | Suits:Stained water, trout, crappie and panfish |
| Berkley PBC Paddle Tail Bait, 3.3 in, French Pearl | Length:3.3 in | Color:French Pearl | Suits:Clear and stained water |
| Berkley PBC Paddle Tail Bait, 3.3 in, Green Pumpkin | Length:3.3 in | Color:Green Pumpkin | Suits:Clear 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 | 3.3 in |
|---|---|
| Color | French Pearl |
| Color family | White |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 3.3 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is French Pearl.
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