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Pocket Squid 6.5" Amber (4pk Unrigged)

Name: Pocket Squid 6.5" Amber (4pk Unrigged)
Brand: Hogy Lure Company Online Shop
SKU: HS2
Price: 12.95 USD
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Product Specifications

Model

LTD: Pocket Squid 6.5" Amber (4pk)

Technique

["Casting"]

Rigging

Un-Rigged

Weight

7/8oz

Depth

["Surface","Sub-Surface","Mid-Water"]

Materials

Imitator Soft Plastic

Pocket Squid 6.5" Amber (4pk Unrigged)

$12.95

"The Squid Rocket"

Finesse squid softbait built for picky stripers.

Description

The 6.5” Pocket Squid Softbait is a limited-edition finesse squid imitation built for picky stripers keyed in on micro squid. Featuring our durable Imitator Softbait plastic blend, long-casting aerodynamic body, natural squid profile, and Soft Circle Hook rigging, this bait delivers erratic fleeing-squid action with charter-grade toughness for multiple fish per bait.

Key Features

Limited-edition 6.5” finesse squid softbait
Designed to imitate erratic fleeing squid
Excellent for picky stripers keyed in on micro squid
Long-casting aerodynamic body design
Built with durable Imitator Softbait plastic blend
Natural color pattern and lifelike swimming action
Ideal for fishing the surface along rips and current seams
Paired with Soft Circle Hook rigging for a highly imitative presentation

Retrieve & Techniques

Skippy Retrieve: Work the Pocket Squid with a fast, skippy retrieve across the surface to imitate a fleeing squid trying to escape. Keep the rod tip high and use quick turns of the reel with occasional short twitches to make the bait dart, splash, and track just under or on top of the surface. This retrieve shines around rips, current seams, and breaking fish when stripers are actively feeding upward.

Low and Slow Retrieve: For more cautious or picky fish, swim the Pocket Squid low and slow with a steady retrieve that keeps the bait gliding naturally through the strike zone. Let the bait settle slightly, then retrieve just fast enough to activate the softbait’s swimming action without overpowering it. This is the go-to approach when fish are keyed in on smaller squid but unwilling to chase a faster presentation.

Needlefish Retrieve: Fish the Pocket Squid like a soft-bodied needlefish by using a slow, steady retrieve with the rod tip low and minimal rod action. The goal is a subtle, natural presentation that tracks cleanly with a slim baitfish/squid profile, especially in calm water or when fish are feeding selectively. Add an occasional pause or light twitch to break the rhythm and trigger followers into committing.

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FAQ about fishing applications & techniques for this product.

What is the 6.5” Pocket Squid Softbait designed for?

The 6.5” Pocket Squid is designed to imitate a small fleeing squid, making it a strong finesse option for stripers keyed in on micro squid, especially around rips, current seams, and surface feeds.

How should I fish the Pocket Squid?

The Pocket Squid can be fished with a fast skippy retrieve across the surface, a low-and-slow swimming retrieve, or a subtle needlefish-style retrieve. Adjust speed and rod angle based on how aggressive or picky the fish are.

What makes this bait different from a standard softbait?

The Pocket Squid combines a long-casting aerodynamic body, natural squid profile, and Hogy’s durable Imitator Softbait plastic blend for lifelike action and charter-grade toughness.

Is this bait durable enough for multiple fish?

Yes. It is built with durability in mind and designed to hold up through multiple fish per bait, making it a practical choice for charter captains and high-volume striper fishing.

What rigging is recommended?

The Pocket Squid pairs with Soft Circle Hook rigging, giving it a highly imitative swimming action while offering a fish-friendly hook option for striped bass.

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