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Yum Lures · Soft Plastic Worms
YUM Dinger Soft Plastic Worm, 4-5 in, Multiple Colors
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Options
- Item weight
- 2.85 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 4 x 1 x 1 inches
Quick take
Soft plastic worm that works Texas-rigged, Carolina-rigged, or wacky-rigged to catch bass in a range of conditions.
The YUM Dinger is a 5-inch stick-style soft plastic worm in Sugar Plum, aimed at bass. Its plain, straight body suits Texas, Carolina and wacky rigs, with or without a weight. It is a simple, flexible choice for anglers who want one worm they can fish several ways.
Best for
- Bass in clear to slightly stained water with cover nearby
- Shallow weedlines and grass beds when rigged weightless
- Inactive or pressured bass that ignore faster-moving lures
Skip if
- You need a flashy lure to search water quickly
Strengths
- Unique hook slot positions the hook for solid sets even on light strikes
- Soft plastic body moves naturally on any retrieve speed, even on a dead fall
- Versatile rigging options let you fish shallow or deep in different cover
Trade-offs
- Soft plastic degrades over time, especially from repeated casts or toothy fish
- Does not cast as far as harder lures due to lower weight
- Color choice matters more than pattern; you may need to experiment
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Finesse
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | soft plastic worm |
|---|---|
| Sizes | 4 in, 5 in |
| Material | Soft plastic |
| Colors | 12 options (Bourbon Berry, Camo, Elders Magic, Ghillie Suit, Green Pumpkin, Oxblood) |
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Green Pumpkin/Blue Flake | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Oxblood/Red Flake | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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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 | 5 in |
|---|---|
| Color | Sugar Plum |
| Target species | Bass |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 5 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Sugar Plum.
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