Savage Gear · Paddle-Tail Swimbaits
Savage Gear Sandeel Swimbait, 4/5 oz, 5 in
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Options
- Item weight
- 0.05 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 5 x 0.5 x 0.5 inches
Quick take
Heavy soft-plastic sandeel that sinks fast to structure for stripers, cod, and large saltwater species.
Best for
- Jigging near bottom structure in saltwater
- Casting from shore or kayak around rocks and wrecks
- Trolling in deep channels for stripers or snapper
Skip if
- You are fishing shallow flats under 10 feet; this lure sinks too quickly
- You need a floating presentation; this sinks on the drop
Strengths
- Sinks fast to keep the lure near bottom where fish hold
- Holographic eyes and detailed printing trigger strikes in stained water
- Paddle tail creates full-body movement even on slow retrieves
Trade-offs
- Heavy weight makes casting exhausting on light tackle or in wind
- The fast sink rate means longer time to retrieve from deep water
Fishing fit
- Species
- Striped bass
- Bottom fish
- Offshore pelagics
- Walleye
- Water
- Saltwater
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Jigging
Facts
| Lure weight | 0.8 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 5 in |
| Color | Sandeel |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savage Gear Sandeel Soft Plastic Lure with Jig Head, 4/5 to 5 1/3 oz | Lure weight:0.8 oz | Length:5 in | Color:Ghost Herring | Suits:Clear water |
| Savage Gear Sandeel Swimbait, 4/5 oz, 5 in | Lure weight:0.8 oz | Length:5 in | Color:Sandeel | Suits:— |
| Savage Gear Sandeel Swimbait, 1 1/2 oz, 6 in | Lure weight:1 1/2 oz | Length:6 in | Color:Sandeel | Suits:— |
| Savage Gear Sandeel Swimbait, 3 1/2 oz, 7.5 in, Brown Sandeel | Lure weight:3 1/2 oz | Length:7.5 in | Color:Brown Sandeel | Suits:Clear water |
| Savage Gear Sandeel Swimbait, 5 1/3 oz, 8 in | Lure weight:5.333 oz | Length:8 in | Color:Sandeel | Suits:— |
Common questions
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 0.8 oz.
How long is it?
It is 5 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Sandeel.
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chartreuse White, Pink Glow, Pink/White | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Ghost Herring | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| Blue Silver, Dirty Silver, Sexy Shad | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Real Pearl | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Brown Sandeel, Green Back, Green Glow | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Inch/2-1/3-Ounce | An all-round size for bass and walleye on medium spinning or baitcasting gear. | — |
| 6-Inch/1-1/2-Ounce, 4/5 oz, 5"-4/5 oz | Casts farther and handles wind and bigger fish. | — |
| 1 1/2 oz, 1 1/2oz, 6"- 1 1/2oz, 7 in - 1 1/2 oz, 2 1/3 oz, 3 1/2 oz, 7.5 in - 3 1/2 oz, 5 1/3 oz, 8 in - 5 1/3 oz | A big profile for pike, musky and striped bass in big 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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