LIVE TARGET Rainbow Smelt Jerkbait, Shallow — Multi-Species Casting & Trolling Lure

Overview

LIVE TARGET Rainbow Smelt Jerkbait, Shallow is a versatile freshwater lure designed for northern lakes where smelt are common. Its rainbow finish flashes distinctly, helping the baitfish mimic catchable prey. A built-in weight transfer system helps you reach productive zones with controlled depth, while the lure’s profile is tuned to suspend and produce a subtle, deep knock that can catch a curious bite without overpowering nearby action.

In the Water: How it Works

During a retrieve, the lure delivers a lifelike wiggle and a commensurate disturbance that attracts attention. The weight transfer feature aids depth control whether you cast from shore or troll along weed lines. The shallow running design keeps the lure in the strike zone longer, and neutral buoyancy resists quick ascent so you maintain contact with potential targets.

Key Benefits

• Ideal anywhere smelt are present
• Represents limping baitfish
• Neutral buoyancy helps it stay in the strike zone longer
• Deep knock sound adds audible lure presence
• Versatile for casting or trolling across multiple species

Species Coverage and Tactics

This lure covers a broad set of freshwater targets. In lakes where smelt are common, anglers may mix retrieves and speeds to explore different depths and actions. The flexible profile supports both fast burns and steady cruises to match conditions.

• Smallmouth bass
• Walleye
• Trout
• Salmon
• Crappie
• Northern pike

Practical Tips

Pair with a medium- to medium-light rod for precise casting. For trolling, set a comfortable pace that keeps the lure in the mid to upper water column. In clear water, the rainbow finish flashes vividly; in stained water, the buoyant action helps maintain contact with fish targets.

Specs & Setup

• Running depth: shallow
• Sound: deep knock
• Buoyancy: neutral, suspending
• Use: casting or trolling