Z-MAN · Ned Baits
Z-Man TRD TicklerZ, 2.75 in, 8-Pack
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- Product dimensions
- 7 x 0.5 x 5 inches
Quick take
A 2.75-inch finesse soft plastic designed for ned rigs with a buoyant construction and quad tentacles.
This 2.75-inch TicklerZ comes in the Sprayed grass color, with 8 baits in the pack. Its buoyant ElaZtech body and fanned tentacles give lively action on the bottom with little movement from the angler. Pair it with a ShroomZ-style jighead for a bass-focused Ned rig.
Best for
- Ned rig fishing for bass
- Finesse applications in clear water
- Both freshwater and inshore saltwater fishing
Skip if
- You need larger soft plastics for bigger fish
- You prefer traditional worm shapes
Strengths
- Buoyant ElaZtech material gives slower sink rate ideal for finesse
- Quad tentacles provide lifelike movement with minimal rod movement
- Dimpled body and salt impregnation help fish hold on longer
Trade-offs
- Small size limits attraction to large fish
- Requires specific jighead designs to pair with
- Fragile tentacles can tear if snagged
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Jigging
- Finesse
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | finesse soft plastic grub |
|---|---|
| Length | 2.75 in |
| Count | 8 |
| Material | ElaZtech |
| Tail | Quad tentacles at 45-degree angle |
What can I catch with this?
- Bass
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Green Pumpkin | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Black blue, Junebug, 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 TRD TicklerZ, 2.75 in, Hot Snakes | Length:2.75 in | Color:Hot Snakes | Suits:Bass |
| Z-Man TRD TicklerZ, 2.75 in, 8-Pack | Length:2.75 in | Color:Sprayed grass | Suits:Clear water, bass |
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 | Sprayed grass |
| Color family | Natural |
| Target species | Bass |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 2.75 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Sprayed grass.
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