Soft Bait

Master the art of canal fishing and snapper fishing with premium best Japanese  soft bait brands! Superior brands like Fish Arrow, MAGBITE, Little Jack, and Arukazik Japan offer lifelike lures proven to entice fish. Explore our extensive collection specifically designed for New Zealand waters with the precision and performance of Japanese softbait innovation.

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The Importance of Soft Bait Selection

Choosing the correct soft bait body type is crucial for softbaiting success, especially when targeting snapper. By matching the bait's action and profile to the species, water clarity, and fishing conditions, you significantly increase your chances of enticing a bite. Selecting the right bait can mean the difference between a slow day on the water and a successful snapper fishing trip with plenty of catches.

Curl Tail | Split Tail | Paddle Tail | Worm

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Curly Tail Soft Bait

Curly tail baits excel in clear water with their subtle, lifelike action. Ideal for finesse presentations, rig them weedless or on a light jighead. Slow retrieves and subtle twitches maximize their enticing wiggle, tempting finicky fish.

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Split Tail Soft Bait

Split tail baits excel in murky water, ideal for cold-water soft bait fishing for snapper. Their thumping action, between a curly and paddle tail, attracts sluggish fish. Rig them weedless or on a jighead with varied retrieves.

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Worm Soft Bait

Worm-shaped baits mimic natural prey, enticing bites from finicky fish. Their simple profile works well in various conditions. Rig them weedless, on a jighead, or drop shot for a natural presentation.

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Soft Bait Size Does Matter!

Choosing the right soft bait size for snapper is crucial because it mimics natural prey, avoids suspicion, competes with other baitfish, and improves hook-up rates. By matching your bait size to the prevalent baitfish in the area, you create a more natural and enticing presentation that increases your chances of success.

1" | 2" | 3" | 4" | 5" | 7" | 10" & over

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