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Berkley · Paddle-Tail Swimbaits
Berkley PowerBait Paddle Tail Trout Bait, 2 in
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- Item weight
- 0.05 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 0.59 x 7.09 x 5.12 inches
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Small two-inch paddle tail bait with PowerBait scent for finesse trout and panfish presentations.
This 2 inch Berkley PBC paddle tail swimbait in Mermaid is made for finesse fishing for trout, crappie and panfish. The small size suits light presentations, and its paddle tail moves on a jig head or a weighted swimbait hook. It suits anglers who want a compact soft bait for smaller species.
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
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Finesse
- Jigging
- Skill level
- Beginner
Specifications
| Type | paddle tail finesse bait |
|---|
What can I catch with this?
- Trout
- Crappie
- Panfish
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 Pearl | 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 | 2 in |
|---|---|
| Target species | Trout, Panfish and Crappie |
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