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Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Creature Hawg, 4 in, Green Pumpkin
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- Item weight
- 0.06 kg
- Product dimensions
- 0.25 x 7 x 5 inches
Quick take
Soft creature bait with ultra-realistic texture and MaxScent formula that releases a supercharged scent field.
The Berkley PowerBait MaxScent Creature Hawg is a 4-inch soft plastic creature bait sold in packs of 8, in Green Pumpkin. Its ribbed body is designed for cover-oriented presentations, which suits anglers working heavy cover with a compact bait. It is a straightforward option for bass anglers who want a short soft plastic for close-quarters fishing.
Best for
- Covering structure like downed timber and vegetation
- Worm or jig head presentations
- Clear to stained water where fish rely on scent
Skip if
- You fish heavy stain or muddy water
- You need a large bait for trophy bass
Strengths
- MaxScent formula attracts fish in low-visibility conditions
- Soft, durable material sustains multiple fish
- Realistic color and ribbed body trigger strikes
Trade-offs
- Scent coating washes off within several casts
- Soft body tears easily on snags and rocks
- Not designed for saltwater use
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Finesse
Specifications
| Type | soft plastic creature bait |
|---|---|
| Count | 8 |
When and where to fish it
Its natural pattern suits clear water, where fish get a long look at the lure.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Light
- Bright
- Overcast
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| White Pearl | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Party, Green Pumpkin Purple Fleck, Green Pumpkin/Watermelon, Watermelon Candy, Watermelon Red MagicThis one | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Alabama Craw, Rusty Craw | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Black, Black Blue Fleck | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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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 | 4 in |
|---|---|
| Pack count | 8 |
| Color | Green Pumpkin |
| Color family | Natural |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 4 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Green Pumpkin.
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