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Smithwick · Floating Jerkbaits
Smithwick Floating Rattlin' Rogue Jerkbait, 1/3oz, Sunbeam Golden Bass
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- 0.01 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 7 x 1.9 x 0.8 inches
Quick take
A floating jerkbait with loud rattle that mimics wounded baitfish, retrieved with jerks for erratic side-to-side movement.
A floating, rattling jerkbait measuring 4.5 inches and about a third of an ounce. The Sunbeam Golden Bass pattern gives it a baitfish look for casting to bass or trolling for walleye. Its rolling action works when shallow fish are feeding upward.
Best for
- Spring and shallow water bass and walleye
- Trolling where rattle calls fish from distance
- Anglers using jerking retrieves to trigger aggressive strikes
Skip if
- You fish deep water where shallow floaters cannot reach
- You need a silent lure for clear-water presentations
Strengths
- Loud rattle calls fish from deep and discolored water
- Wounded baitfish action results from rolling retrieve pattern
- Floating design returns to surface between jerks for realistic motion
Trade-offs
- Rattle can spook selective fish in clear water under low-light conditions
- Erratic action requires skill to execute correctly and maintain depth
- Treble hooks snag heavily on weeds and wood; clean water necessary
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Trolling
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Facts
| Lure weight | 0.333 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 4.5 in |
| Buoyancy | Floating |
| Rattle | Yes |
| Color | Sunbeam Golden Bass |
| Target species | Bass and Walleye |
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 | Buoyancy | Rattle | Target species | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithwick Floating Rattlin' Rogue, 4.5 in, 1/3 oz, Chrome Black Back | Lure weight:0.333 oz | Length:4.5 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Rattle:Yes | Target species:Bass and Walleye | Color:Chrome/Black Back/Orange Belly | Suits:Stained and muddy water, bass and walleye |
| Smithwick Rattlin' Rogue, 4 1/2 in, Chrome/Blue Back/Orange Belly | Lure weight:0.333 oz | Length:4.5 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Rattle:Yes | Target species:Bass and Walleye | Color:Chrome/Blue Back/Orange Belly | Suits:Stained and muddy water, bass and walleye |
| Smithwick Floating Rattlin' Rogue Jerkbait, 1/3 oz, Gold Rogue | Lure weight:0.333 oz | Length:4.5 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Rattle:Yes | Target species:Bass and Walleye | Color:Gold Rogue | Suits:Stained water, bass and walleye |
| Smithwick Floating Rattlin' Rogue Jerkbait, 1/3 oz, Sunbeam Bream | Lure weight:0.333 oz | Length:4.5 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Rattle:Yes | Target species:Bass and Walleye | Color:Sunbeam Bream | Suits:Clear water, bass and walleye |
| Smithwick Floating Rattlin' Rogue Jerkbait, 1/3oz, Sunbeam Golden Bass | Lure weight:0.333 oz | Length:4.5 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Rattle:Yes | Target species:Bass and Walleye | Color:Sunbeam Golden Bass | Suits:Bass and walleye |
How it compares
| Product | Lure weight | Length | Buoyancy | Color | Target species |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithwick Floating Rattlin' Rogue Jerkbait, 1/3oz, Sunbeam Golden Bass | Lure weight:0.333 oz | Length:4.5 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Color:Sunbeam Golden Bass | Target species:Bass and Walleye |
| Rebel Jointed Minnow Crankbait, 1 7/8 in, 3/32 oz, Rainbow Trout | Lure weight:0.0938 oz | Length:1.88 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Color:Rainbow Trout | Target species:Bass and Walleye |
| Rapala Jointed Floating Crankbait, 5-1/4 in, 5/8 oz | Lure weight:5/8 oz | Length:5.25 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Color:Firetiger | Target species:Bass, Pike & musky and Walleye |
| Nomad Design Shikari 145 Jerkbait, 5.75 in, 1 oz, Sardine | Lure weight:1 oz | Length:5.75 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Color:Sardine | Target species:Snook & tarpon, Redfish and Striped bass |
| Lunkerhunt Impact Distress Floating Jerkbait, 3.5 in, 1/2 oz | Lure weight:1/2 oz | Length:3.5 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Color:Silver Side | Target species:Bass, Pike & musky, Walleye, Trout and Salmon & steelhead |
| Rapala Jointed 05 Minnow Lure, 2 in, 1/8 ozPick it if you want a 2-inch, floating balsa Jointed minnow in a brown trout finish to work shallow cover and open water down to about 5 feet. | Lure weight:0.125 oz | Length:2 in | Buoyancy:Floating | Color:Brown Trout | Target species:— |
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
- Walleye
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome/Black Back/Orange Belly, Chrome/Blue Back/Orange Belly | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Chrome/Black Back, Chrome/Black Stripes, Chrome/Blue Back | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Sunbeam Bream | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Gold Rogue | Flashes in stained, tea-colored water and on dark days. |
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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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