He added that it could also be fished on a weighted swimbait hook for a weedless presentation.One of the easiest ways to fish the Paddle Tail Zako is by itself. SKU. “I did a bunch of testing this year at Baccarc and I caught a lot of big ones on it,” said Hite. head, depending on how deep I am trying to get the bait. I started with the shape and size of the tail — it isn’t round like other paddle tails, it’s more rectangular with a rounded bottom,” explained Hite.
“So, having a small, natural profile in your bait makes a big difference, because these are educated fish.I am a Visual Storyteller, helping you leverage opportunities that help people see you and your brand more clearly.Whether you call it a Chatterbait, a vibrating jig, or a bladed jig, there is no denying that pro angler Brett Hite of Phoenix, Arizona has had a lot of success on the unique lure which features a metal blade in front of a rubber-skirted jig. The combination of proven colors, high-quality plastic, and solid designs catch bass everywhere they swim. “I like to use anywhere from a 1/2 to 1 oz.
action to his swim jigs with a kicking tail. The vibrating jig has helped him capture Tour level victories on the Bassmaster Elite Series (Lake Seminole) and the FLW Tour (Lake Okeechobee and Lake Toho). Use it … He prefers to fish the bait by itself (vs. using it as a trailer) when the fish are feeding on smaller baitfish.Many anglers have discovered that removing the skirt from a buzzbait and attaching a soft plastic is an excellent way to get a different look to your bait.
“You don't have to trim it, just thread it on and you're good to go.”As good as the vibrating jig is, there are times when the fish become tentative and reluctant to bite it. rounded bottom. Hite wanted the swimbait trailer to look very natural and to follow, not overpower, the fluid swimming action of the jig. Gary Yamamoto 4" Zako Swimbaits 4.6 out of 5 stars 98. Grass Ripper Swim Jig in a green pumpkin or shad pattern to which he affixes a matching Paddle Tail Zako. “It fits on a jig head perfectly,” said Hite. Add to Wish List Add to Compare. So when does he use one versus the other?“The paddle tail moves more water than the regular one,” he said.
It works, and now there is a new version set to be released: the Paddle Tail Zako. “I had a good idea of what I wanted. I fish the swim jig in the same places that I do the Chatterbait; submerged grass, wood, and around docks.”Hite favors a JDM Evergreen 3/8 or 1/2 oz.
Soon there will be a new addition to the family, the newly released Paddle Tail Zako.
Yamamoto Senko Bait 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,063 # 1 Best Seller in Fishing Jigs. “It swims really well and has a nice wiggle action to it. large profile, this swimbait is reminiscent Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits, 849 S Coppermine Rd, Page, AZ 86040, USA “I did a bunch of testing this year at Baccarc and I caught a lot of big ones on it,” said Hite. I use the same rod and reel setup as I do with a swim jig.”The Paddle Tail Zako is an extremely versatile bait. The Kickin' Zako Paddle Tail by Gary Yamamoto is an addition to its predecessor bait - the Zako. Professional Bass Angler Brett Hite is widely recognized as the foremost vibrating jig expert in the world. Introducing the new Paddle Tail Zako - unlike most paddle tail swimbaits, this Zako's tail is more rectangular with a rounded bottom.
head, depending on how deep I am trying to get the bait. Designed by Brett Hite to be the perfect swimbait style trailer for use with vibrating jigs and spinnerbaits, the Zako was an instant sensation.