Gambler Lures · Soft Jerkbaits
Gambler Big EZ Swim Bait, 5 in, White Lightening
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Options
- Item weight
- 0.2 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 6.6 x 5.1 x 0.6 inches
Quick take
A 5-inch soft swimbait with segmented tail that produces erratic swimming action.
The White Lightening Gambler Big EZ is a 5 inch segmented paddle-tail swimbait, sold five to a pack. Its segmented body and wide paddle tail give it a thumping swim action, and it can be rigged on a belly-weighted hook or with a screw-in weight. It suits anglers after bass and inshore species such as striper, redfish and snook.
Best for
- Large bass hunting smaller fish
- Belly-weighted jigging presentations
- Open-water and structure fishing
Skip if
- You need ultralight presentations
- You prefer topwater lures
Strengths
- Segmented tail creates realistic swimming motion
- 5-inch size targets larger predatory bass
- Solid construction resists tearing through multiple fish
Trade-offs
- 5 inches requires heavier weight for casting distance
- Flexible body may unravel with aggressive hooksets
- Copperfield color may limit appeal in clear water
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Jigging
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ghost Shad | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| White LighteningThis one | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambler Big EZ Swimbait, 5 in, Segmented Tail, 5-Pack | Length:5 in | Color:Copperfield | Suits:— |
| Gambler Big EZ Swim Bait, 5 in, White Lightening | Length:5 in | Color:White Lightening | Suits:Clear and stained 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 | 5 in |
|---|---|
| Pack count | 5 |
| Color | White Lightening |
| Color family | White |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 5 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is White Lightening.
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