Built for trophy inshore and light tackle offshore species. Checkout the Slowtail Swimbait overview with Capt. Ross Gallagher
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The Hogy Slowtail Swimbait:
The Hogy Pro Tail Paddle is a simple yet robust paddle tail lure designed to tackle large predatory fish such as tarpon and tuna. Built with resilience and performance in mind, this lure is perfect for anglers seeking to land formidable species.
Where: Use the Hogy Slow Tail in shallow inshore environments, such as flats or estuaries. It excels in targeting species like striped bass, snook, and tarpon, especially in calm, shallow waters or where slow retrieves are needed to entice finicky fish.
When to Use: When heavier weights are needed for perfect tracking in moving water.
How To Use: Cast and retrieve slowly, allowing the twin tails to create lifelike action. Add subtle pauses or twitches to trigger strikes from more cautious fish.
Why It Works: The twin tails generate maximum action even at slow speeds, making it irresistible to large predators.
Made with premium plastic, the Hogy Slow Tail outlasts other softbaits, providing the ultimate balance between finesse and durability in shallow water.
Slowtail Swimbait Singles:
3.5" Slowtail: Ideal for shallow, calm waters, targeting species like striped bass and bluefish.
4.5" Slowtail: Perfect for inshore use, offering finesse and precision in slower-moving waters.
5.5" Slowtail: A balance between finesse and strength, suited for snook and smaller tarpon in slightly deeper waters.
“I bought this lure for shallow water fishing and the action and build to the lure is very impressive. The hook is razor sharp and the casting distances is phenomenal. I will definitely be getting more from Hogy! - Hogy Customer Jacob M.
FAQ
Quick answers for most commonly asked questions about the Slowtail Swimbait and fishing applications.
Are there replacement tails?
While the Slowtail Swimbait design does not facilitate replacement softbaits. The heavy-duty Protail Plastic is designed to last for extended periods of heavy use with trophy species.
How many baits come per package?
Slowtail Swimbaits are available in single and multi-bait packages. The product description will tell you the number of baits included.
How strong are the hooks?
The Slowtail Swimbaits feature premium 3X VMC Barbarian Jig Hooks, battled tested for all inshore and light tackle offshore species.
TIPS & TECHNIQUE
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Deep Dives
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Roll Up Storage
Keep all your swimbaits carefully stored in one place with easy to rinse and store marine grade mesh storage bags.
- Easy-rinse marine grade mesh.
- Holds up to 12 Protail Paddles.
- Hassle free multi-pouch storage.
- Sturdy and durable locking wrap.
Swimbait Casting Rods
Built with a soft, yet sensitive blank, these rods resist accidental breakage due to high sticking but still offer high sensitivity to light bites on smaller presentations, plus they have plenty of backbone in the blank to apply added pressure for larger inshore species. Paired with an appropriately sized reel, these are a pleasure to fish for daily applications.
- Mod-Fast Action Black For Increased Sensitivity.
- Premium Grade Cork Grip
- Heavy Duty Locking Aluminum Reel Seat
- Premium Ceramic Guides