Charlie's Worms · Ribbon-Tail Worms
Charlie's Worms 8-Inch Ribbon Tail Swimming Worm, 10-Pack
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An 8-inch soft plastic worm with a ribbon tail for floating actions, designed for bass, pike and walleye.
The June Bug Blues color of Charlie's Worms' 8-inch ribbon tail worm comes in a 10-count pack, with a dark tone suited to bass, walleye and pike. Unweighted, it floats a foot or two below the surface, and a weight carries it to deeper water. It has the same curled ribbon tail and flexible body as the green pumpkin version, for anglers who want a darker option.
Best for
- Floating presentations in clear water
- Walleye and pike fishing in summer
- Finesse techniques on light tackle
Skip if
- You need a worm for bottom fishing
- You want heavy-duty tackle for thick cover
Strengths
- Ribbon tail creates realistic swimming action
- Soft plastic body is flexible and durable
- Works in both freshwater and saltwater
Trade-offs
- Floats naturally, limiting bottom-contact fishing
- Thin plastic tail prone to tearing if snagged
- Available in 11 colors may overwhelm selection
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Jigging
- Finesse
Specifications
| Type | soft plastic worm |
|---|---|
| Length | 8 in |
| Count | 10 |
| Tail type | Ribbon tail |
| Material | Soft plastic |
| Float depth | 1 to 2 ft below surface |
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
- Walleye
- Pike & musky
When and where to fish it
Its dark pattern shows as a silhouette in muddy water and at night.
- Clarity
- Muddy
- Light
- Low light
- Night
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Green Pumpkin, Watermelon, Watermelon Red | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| JW Black Grape Green Red Glitter | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Black, Black Grape, Black Grape Blue Glitter | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie's Worms Ribbon Tail Swimming Worm, 8 in, Green Pumpkin | Length:8 in | Color:Green Pumpkin | Suits:Clear water, bass, walleye and pike & musky |
| Charlie's Worms 8-Inch Ribbon Tail Swimming Worm, 10-Pack | Length:8 in | Color:June Bug Blues | Suits:Muddy water, bass, walleye and pike & musky |
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 | 8 in |
|---|---|
| Buoyancy | Floating |
| Pack count | 10 |
| Color | June Bug Blues |
| Color family | Dark |
| Target species | Walleye, Pike & musky and Bass |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 8 in long.
Does it float or sink?
It is a floating lure.
What color is this version?
This version is June Bug Blues.
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