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Z-MAN · Finesse Worms
Z-Man Finesse TRD, 2.75 in, Green/Pumpkin Goby
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- Item weight
- 1.28 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 8 x 3 x 1 inches
Quick take
ElaZtech finesse baits sized for drop-shot rigs and light jigs, with realistic action and weedless rigging options.
The Finesse TRD in Green/Pumpkin Goby is a 2.75-inch stick bait with a dimpled body, molded from Z-Man's ElaZtech material. A pack holds eight, and the shape is meant for light jigheads and slow, subtle presentations. It suits anglers working bass, crappie, catfish and walleye with a simple Ned rig approach.
Best for
- Drop-shot fishing for bass in clear water
- Ned rig setups on football jigs
- Finesse jigging in summer
Skip if
- You need a large bait for trophy fish
- You fish heavy weeds
Strengths
- Natural swimming action without thickbody
- Split dorsal fin enables weedless rigging
Trade-offs
- Small size limits larger bass targeting
- Requires finesse techniques to fish effectively
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Finesse
- Drop shot
- Skill level
- Intermediate
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
- Walleye
- Catfish
- Crappie
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bad Shad | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| White Lightning | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Breaking Bream, Green Lantern, Green Pumpkin, Green Pumpkin Orange, Green/Pumpkin Goby, Perfect PerchThis one | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Canada Craw, Drew's Craw, Hot Craw, Molting Craw | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Black/Blue Flake, Blue Claw, Purple Death | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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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 | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z-Man Finesse TRD, 2.75 in, Green/Pumpkin Goby | Length:2.75 in | Color:Green/Pumpkin Goby | Suits:Clear water, bass, walleye, catfish and crappie |
| Z-Man Finesse TRD, 2.75 in, PBJ | Length:2.75 in | Color:PBJ | Suits:— |
| Z-Man Finesse TRD, 4 in, Yoga Pants | Length:4 in | Color:Yoga Pants | Suits:— |
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 | 2.75 in |
|---|---|
| Pack count | 8 |
| Color | Green/Pumpkin Goby |
| Color family | Natural |
| Target species | Bass, Crappie, Catfish and Walleye |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 2.75 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Green/Pumpkin Goby.
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