Protail Swim Eel 8" (4pack)
Protail Swim Eel 8" (4pack)
Protail Swim Eel 8" (4pack)
Protail Swim Eel 8" (4pack)
Protail Swim Eel 8" (4pack)
Protail Swim Eel 8" (4pack)
Protail Swim Eel 8" (4pack)
Protail Swim Eel 8" (4pack)
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Protail Swim Eel 8" (4pack)

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Protail Swim Eel:

The secret weapon of Hogy Ambassador Eric "Slappy" Harrison. The 8-inch Slappy Eel has accounted for countless cow stripers over the years. A true trophy hunter's soft bait. Designed to be paired with the 10/0 Ultra Barbarian Jig Heads. Eel tail softbaits are versatile and highly effective lures that can outperform other types, such as paddle tails, in specific fishing scenarios. Their lifelike, sinuous action and durability make them ideal for various environments and target species.



Material Quality:

Protail Plastic: Made in Germany with virgin plastic, providing unmatched strength without compromising softness and action in the water.

Design and Action:

Elongated Tapers: Both sizes feature a taper that must be seen in the water to be fully appreciated, offering lifelike motion.

Rigging Compatibility:

Inshore Fishing: Designed to work seamlessly with Hogy "Classic" Barbarian jigs, which are available in weights typical for inshore fishing.

Offshore Fishing: Compatible with Hogy HD Barbarian jigs, suited for the heavier weights typical in offshore fishing.

Rigging Features:

Hook Entry and Exit: Both baits have the same hook entry marker and a forgiving hook exit zone within the battle pocket, ensuring ease of rigging.

Battle Pocket:

Enhanced Durability: This highly regarded feature allows the bait to flex while inside the mouth of a hooked fish during battle, significantly increasing the lifespan of the softbait by reducing damage during fights.

Model
Slappy 8" Jiggn' (3pack) Blamber
Technique
["Casting","Jigging","Trolling"]
Rigging
Unrigged
Weight
1.5oz
Depth
["Sub-Surface","Mid-Water","Bottom"]
Materials
Protail Soft Plastic

Protail Swim Eel:

The secret weapon of Hogy Ambassador Eric "Slappy" Harrison. The 8-inch Slappy Eel has accounted for countless cow stripers over the years. A true trophy hunter's soft bait. Designed to be paired with the 10/0 Ultra Barbarian Jig Heads. Eel tail softbaits are versatile and highly effective lures that can outperform other types, such as paddle tails, in specific fishing scenarios. Their lifelike, sinuous action and durability make them ideal for various environments and target species.



Material Quality:

Protail Plastic: Made in Germany with virgin plastic, providing unmatched strength without compromising softness and action in the water.

Design and Action:

Elongated Tapers: Both sizes feature a taper that must be seen in the water to be fully appreciated, offering lifelike motion.

Rigging Compatibility:

Inshore Fishing: Designed to work seamlessly with Hogy "Classic" Barbarian jigs, which are available in weights typical for inshore fishing.

Offshore Fishing: Compatible with Hogy HD Barbarian jigs, suited for the heavier weights typical in offshore fishing.

Rigging Features:

Hook Entry and Exit: Both baits have the same hook entry marker and a forgiving hook exit zone within the battle pocket, ensuring ease of rigging.

Battle Pocket:

Enhanced Durability: This highly regarded feature allows the bait to flex while inside the mouth of a hooked fish during battle, significantly increasing the lifespan of the softbait by reducing damage during fights.

Model
Slappy 8" Jiggn' (3pack) Blamber
Technique
["Casting","Jigging","Trolling"]
Rigging
Unrigged
Weight
1.5oz
Depth
["Sub-Surface","Mid-Water","Bottom"]
Materials
Protail Soft Plastic

Reviews

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 616 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 582 Total 4 star reviews: 34 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    Going for Halibut, Skrej, Seawolf, Coal-fish and Redfish

    The fish love the liveliness of the tails and I trust the robust and strong hooked jig heads from Hogy

    Going in August…. can’t wait…

    KL
    Keld Lindgaard N.
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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Big fish lure

    I’m using the Slappy eel rigged on a jig head. I fish the Chesapeake bay and it’s tributaries for Stripers. It has big fish appeal and is versatile. Rigged on different weight jigs you can fish it from 5 to 80 ft. I got my first bag about two weeks ago and it has already accounted for several huge Strippers I’ve ordered two more bags. My only complaint is the absence of a hook slot to allow you to rig it with a weightless hook, that’s my reason for the 4 stars instead of 5

    DG
    David G.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    Love the Slappy’s

    Slappy’s are one of my go to baits when keeper fish move in I fish them in all conditions and find them very effective in the shallow waters I fish

    JJ
    Jewkes, J.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    I think I got the last one!

    What a great deal. I expect a use with everything. I told 3 friends about it, they tried to order and Sold Out. They're hoping for the next deal. Thanks Hogy!

    S
    Steve
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 years ago
    5 Stars

    Great bait. Swims just like an eel. Fished them at night and caught several keeper bass. Highly recommend

    MS
    Michael S.
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Common Factors for 8" and 13" Hogy Protail Swim-Eel Tails

Material Quality: Protail Plastic: Made in Germany with virgin plastic, providing unmatched strength without compromising softness and action in the water. Design and Action: Elongated Tapers: Both sizes feature a taper that must be seen in the water to be fully appreciated, offering lifelike motion.

What Makes a Good Eel Tail Softbait?

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Eel tail softbaits are versatile and highly effective lures that can outperform other types, such as paddle tails, in specific fishing scenarios. Their lifelike, sinuous action and durability make them ideal for various environments and target species. Here’s a look at why eel tail softbaits might be your top choice

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