The Basstrix Paddle Tail Tube is not the only Basstrix bait that will produce good numbers of keeper sized bass! Let’s take an in depth look at the Basstrix line of baits and why they are so good.

The Paddle Tail Tube is a bait like none other. The hollow body makes it one of a kind when it comes to swimbait designs. The single most important feature of these baits is the scale like finish and life like look the bait has when fished. The colors are unmatched and the action unbeatable. Although the Paddle Tail Tube gets most of the credit there are a few other Basstrix baits that will load the boat for you!

The Fat Minnow also produces very well all over the country. The best way to fish this bait is a drop-shot rig. This lets the bait mimic a dying baitfish and it stays in the strike zone longer when fished this way. The Fat Minnow can also be used as a jerkbait or even on a Carolina-Rig. The Fat Minnow is very versatile and easier to get your hands on than it’s sibling the Paddle Tail Tube.

The Flash Trix is also a great bait from the Basstrix line, it is another great bait to use on a drop-shot rig. The flat sides make it very visible to the bass when twitched or shaken. The inside walls of the bait act as mirrors to reflect the light and produce maximum flash that will get the attention of nearby fish. The finish on the outside body of the bait is identical to a shad and the scale patterns show up remarkably when fished. This bait can also be fished in many different ways such as a split-shot rig or a Carolina Rig.

One of my favorites is the Fat Minnow Soft Jerk Bait. This bait is also hollow leaving room for rattles and scent to be added to enhance it’s capabilities. The action is great when used like a regular soft jerkbait or even on a Carolina Rig. Use this bait around shallow grass and log jams where bait will normally congregate. Try rigging this bait with an extra wide gap hook for added penetration on strikes.

The last bait we will touch on will be the Bait Fry. This bait resembles a small sunfish or bluegill. The action is awesome and can be fished in different ways. I like it during the spawn for fishing around beds where bass can not stand the presence of bream. Try using it on a light jighead or even a heavy drop-shot rig.

You may not be a fan of swimbaits or like spending the money for them but they can really pay of in some big ways! I recommend giving them a try and find out what everyone else is experiencing.

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