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Creek Chub Striper Strike, 5 in, 2 1/8 oz
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- Item weight
- 2.13 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 5 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
A 5 in, 2 1/8 oz slow-sinking saltwater lure engineered for long casts in surf and dam tailouts.
The Baby Bluefish pattern of the Striper Strike measures 5 inches and weighs 2.125 ounces. It sinks slowly, so it runs just under the surface on a quick retrieve. It is a natural-looking choice for casting to striped bass along the surf line.
Best for
- Surf fishing and long-distance casting
- Fishing below dams where casts must reach distance
- Stripers, bass, and redfish surface feeding
Skip if
- You need a light lure for calm presentations
- You fish shallow weedy areas
Strengths
- Engineered for exceptional casting distance
- Slow-sinking action targets surface to mid-water stripers
- Saltwater-grade stainless hardware resists corrosion
Trade-offs
- 2 1/8 oz weight requires adequate casting tackle
- Slow-sinking design less effective for rapid depth changes
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Topwater
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | slow-sinking saltwater lure |
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| Length | 5 in |
| Weight | 2 1/8 oz |
| Hook | Treble saltwater hook |
What can I catch with this?
- Striped bass
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Pink/Chartreuse, Yellow Croaker | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Silver Flash | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Bone Flash | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Red Eye | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Blue Flash | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 3 1/2" (3/4 oz) | Casts farther and handles wind and bigger fish. | — |
| 1 1/2 oz, 4 1/4" (1 1/2 oz), 5" (2 1/8 oz), 5", 2 1/8 ozThis one | A big profile for pike, musky and striped bass in big water. |
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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 | Lure weight | Length | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creek Chub Striper Strike Long-Casting Lure, 1 1/2 oz, Metallic | Lure weight:1 1/2 oz | Length:4.25 in | Color:Metallic | Suits:Striped bass |
| Creek Chub Striper Strike Long-Casting Lure, 1 1/2 oz, Silver Flash | Lure weight:1 1/2 oz | Length:4.25 in | Color:Silver Flash | Suits:Clear and stained water, striped bass |
| Creek Chub Striper Strike, 5 in, 2 1/8 oz | Lure weight:2 1/8 oz | Length:5 in | Color:Baby Bluefish | Suits:Striped bass |
| Creek Chub Striper Strike Long-Casting Lure, 2 1/8 oz, Metallic | Lure weight:2 1/8 oz | Length:5 in | Color:Metallic | Suits:Striped bass |
| Creek Chub Striper Strike Long-Casting Lure, 2 1/8 oz, Pink/Chartreuse | Lure weight:2 1/8 oz | Length:5 in | Color:Pink/Chartreuse | Suits:Stained and muddy water, striped bass |
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
| Lure weight | 2 1/8 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 5 in |
| Buoyancy | Slow sinking |
| Color | Baby Bluefish |
| Target species | Striped bass |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 2 1/8 oz.
How long is it?
It is 5 in long.
Does it float or sink?
It is a slow sinking lure.
What color is this version?
This version is Baby Bluefish.
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