NIKKO · Creature Baits & Craws
NIKKO Hellgrammite Soft Plastic Lures, 4.25 in, 3-Pack
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- Item weight
- 9.07 g
Quick take
A 4.25 in soft plastic hellgrammite with jointed body and scent attractant.
The NIKKO Hellgrammite at 4.25 inches is a larger soft bait sold in a pack of three, aimed at bass anglers who want a bigger profile. It floats, so it can be worked high in the water column or fished slowly over cover.
Best for
- Bass fishing with jigs or Carolina rigs
- Crawfish imitation presentations
- Anglers using finesse techniques
Skip if
- You need fixed-body creature baits
- You fish primarily in saltwater
Strengths
- Jointed abdomen creates natural movement through water
- Soft plastic body is pliable for improved hook penetration
- Scented to increase fish attraction
- Realistic hellgrammite profile mimics natural forage
Trade-offs
- Soft plastic wears quickly from repeated casting
- Floating trait may not suit deep jigging
- Limited color options compared to hard lures
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Catfish
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Jigging
Specifications
| Type | soft plastic creature bait |
|---|---|
| Count | 3 |
| Action | Jointed abdomen |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Chartreuse | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Green Pumpkin, NaturalThis one | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Southern Junebug | 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 | 4.25 in |
|---|---|
| Buoyancy | Floating |
| Pack count | 3 |
| Color | Natural |
| Color family | Natural |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 4.25 in long.
Does it float or sink?
It is a floating lure.
What color is this version?
This version is Natural.
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