Rapala · Suspending Jerkbaits
Rapala Husky Jerk 14 Jerkbait, 5.5 in, Firetiger
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Options
Color: Firetiger
Other options
- Item weight
- 0.01 kg
- Product dimensions
- 6.4 x 1.46 x 0.87 inches
Quick take
Suspending jerkbait with loud rattle and true-running action for bass on every retrieve speed.
The Husky Jerk 14 in Firetiger is a 5.5-inch suspending jerkbait for anglers who want a lure that holds its depth when paused. It runs at 4 to 8 feet, has a rattle chamber for added sound, and can be cast or trolled at any speed. Its bold firetiger finish gives bass anglers a striking option for shallow to mid-depth water.
Best for
- Bass fishing in lakes and reservoirs
- Casting or trolling at various speeds
- Situations where fish are cruising mid-water
Skip if
- You prefer surface topwater lures
- You fish streams
Strengths
- Suspends at rest to trigger strikes from neutral fish
- Loud rattle attracts attention from distance
- Runs true with minimal tuning
Trade-offs
- Metallic patterns may spook fish in clear water
- Jerkbaits require more active rod work than other lures
- Glass patterns have multiple color options
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
Specifications
| Type | jerkbait |
|---|---|
| Action | Runs straight and true |
| Use | Cast or troll |
Facts
| Length | 5.5 in |
|---|---|
| Maximum diving depth | 8 ft |
| Buoyancy | Suspending |
| Rattle | Yes |
| Color | Firetiger |
| Color family | Firetiger |
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 | Maximum diving depth | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapala Husky Jerk 14 Jerkbait, 5.5 in, Firetiger | Length:5.5 in | Maximum diving depth:8 ft | Color:Firetiger | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), stained and muddy water |
| Rapala Husky Jerk 14 Fishing Lure, Suspending | Length:— | Maximum diving depth:8 ft | Color:Silver | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear and stained water |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 5.5 in long.
How deep does it run?
It runs to a maximum depth of 8 ft.
Does it float or sink?
It is a suspending lure.
What color is this version?
This version is Firetiger.
When and where to fish it
Its firetiger pattern is a loud one that suits stained and muddy water.
- Clarity
- Stained
- Muddy
- Light
- Overcast
- Low light
How deep and around what
It runs down to 8 ft, in the mid depth zone, along grass edges and rock.
- Surface
- Shallow (to 5 ft)
- Mid (5 to 12 ft) (this product)
- Deep (12 to 25 ft)
- Very deep (over 25 ft)
- Maximum diving depth
- 8 ft
- Depth zone
- Mid (5 to 12 ft)
- Cover
- Grass
- Rock
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| FiretigerThis one | A loud pattern that shows up in stained and muddy water under cloud. |
|
| Glass Blue Minnow | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
|
| Silver, Silver/Blue | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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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.
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