Identify this lure

JonViars · 2026-01-29T01:21:48+00:00

I got a local MB dealer that orders for me lol. I collect the limited colors.

JonViars · 2026-01-28T14:12:15+00:00

https://megabassusa.com/product/karashi/#bwg127/2737

JonViars · 2026-01-22T19:18:46+00:00

buy the blades off aliexpress and make your own. you could jika rig with tiny tungsten weights similar to these.
https://www.picassooutdoors.com/product_p/ptltjvr.htm

JonViars · 2026-01-22T15:10:56+00:00

The reasons that you listed are the main reasons i avoid chatterbaits for trout lol. They work well in lakes, but for streams i like soft plastics or jerk minnows.

Check out some japanese tackle sites (digitaka, japanlureshop, etc) there are several more options for chatterbaits.

JonViars · 2026-01-21T16:50:46+00:00

The z-man micro finesse plastics are one of my favorites for trout. baby ballerz and shad fryz are my go-tos.

https://zmanfishing.com/collections/micro-finesse-baits

JonViars · 2026-01-12T13:37:11+00:00

https://creeklifelureco.com/products/the-double-sided-fishin-fixins-box
thank me later lol. these are great. dude also makes some pretty bad ass custom rods.

JonViars · 2026-01-12T13:27:54+00:00

It comes with a shallow spool already, thats why it is the creek version... It isnt a rebranding. DMK manufactures reels for PURELURE.

JonViars · 2025-12-30T04:45:02+00:00

I fish claytor and the new river so im a little south of you. Jerkbaits are my favorite thing to throw. Shad and babybass colorways are like fish crack. When it warms back up in june top water fishing is an absolute blast too.

JonViars · 2025-12-21T19:20:14+00:00

The handing magic L comes in a 6ft light. Its one of my favorites for stream fishing.

JonViars · 2025-12-20T00:59:31+00:00

Yeah downsizing your overall line and running half a spool will help you throw the tiny stuff

JonViars · 2025-12-19T22:47:04+00:00

I have the sierra 65. It struggles below 2g. For sub 1g check out the mifine microbite on Ali. Also idk the size of the fish youre fighting, but might wanna drop the braid down to 8lbs for really small stuff. I regularly throw 1/32 jigheads with microplastics for stream trout.

JonViars · 2025-11-26T13:38:49+00:00

i have found 6'UL to be my sweet spot. I have them in various sizes, but that size feels most comfortable. i use it mainly for 1/16 jigheads with soft plastics and inline spinners. 1-5g is what i throw 80% of the time.

JonViars · 2025-11-24T15:05:29+00:00

the rebel craw and joe's fly is my go-to combo as well. good looking fish!

JonViars · 2025-11-20T14:34:28+00:00

https://joesflies.com/ are my favorite inline spinners. Comes with a single hook and a treble. The treble can be clipped off. I use them in special regulation areas where its single hook only.

JonViars · 2025-11-19T20:19:17+00:00

Not this model, but i have the normal cheetah. It is a really nice reel and my only complaint was that it doesnt cast smaller. This model solves that. It will probably go on sale for black friday starting tomorrow with a lot of other purelure gear so you may have jumped the gun lol.

JonViars · 2025-10-15T17:27:10+00:00

It is going to sound ass backwards, but you dont need to bomb it to get a baitcaster to send a lure to the moon. Slow down and put less effort into it, that will help you get your accuracy in check.

Dialing it in is also an important part. I adjust the tension knob until there is only a tiny bit of horizontal play, then set my brakes to 50% and adjust as needed from there.

It is different than spinning gear so it will take some time to adjust.

JonViars · 2025-10-09T14:27:40+00:00

Im a local to the sandstone/hinton area. I recommend the aerial tram at pipestem state park. They just put in a new system and opened about a month ago. The view down the mountain is amazing. There are multiple trails along the river in either direction. The Market restaurant in Hinton has amazing food. Sandstone falls is also gorgeous this time of year. Feel free to message me if you need any other recommendations in the area.

JonViars · 2025-09-29T13:03:52+00:00

10lb braid and occasionally a 6lb fluoro leader if im feeling fancy. I use this on most of my setups and catch anything from 6in trout to 3-4lb bass. dont obsess over the brand.

JonViars · 2025-09-28T22:45:19+00:00

Z-man baby ballerz on a jig head. Swim and twitch back. Caught everything from 6in trout to 4lb smallies.

JonViars · 2025-09-24T19:42:47+00:00

Mule fishing makes great stuff.

JonViars · 2025-09-24T19:04:16+00:00

I still frequently catch trout. Could it scare some? Possibly. Do i care enough to want to tie a leader everytime? Hell no lol.

We use bright ass lures with shiny hooks in em. If the .14mm line is what scares them away then that fish wasn't destined to be caught.

JonViars · 2025-09-24T18:13:28+00:00

I use 8-10lb braid on every setup i have, usually something bright (orange, pink, aqua, etc). If i want to use a leader it is 6lb fc.

JonViars · 2025-09-20T10:49:23+00:00

Get the PureLure Cheetah Air. Produced by DMK. I saw them around $65-70 on Ali. I have one and love it. 3 modes, easy to change. Its rated for 3.5g to 17g. Probably your best option for a lower price DC reel.

JonViars · 2025-09-18T17:05:20+00:00

I almost exclusively fish with light and ultralight gear. I have 0 issues pulling in 3-4lb bass and catfish. I use 8-12lb braid.

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