Megabass 36613 Great Hunting 45 Flatside Sea Salmon Fry – Fast Sinking 45mm Minnow

Drawing on GREATHUNTING's enduring fishing heritage, the Megabass 36613 Great Hunting 45 Flatside Sea Salmon Fry reimagines a classic 45mm minnow for saltwater and native trout fishing. This lure nods to the company's GH55 lineage with a focus on balance, speed, and lifelike action, delivering a refined presentation that can entice fish across varied conditions. The original Great Hunting concept emphasized precise movement and subtle depth changes; this modern iteration carries that philosophy forward with a compact, fast-sinking profile designed to work where salmon fry and other small native targets roam.

Key specs and design cues come together to offer a versatile option for saltwater and riverine environments. The lure measures 45mm and weighs 2.9g, presenting a light yet substantive presence that sinks quickly to productive strata. Its fast-sinking profile helps you reach mid-to-deep zones efficiently, reducing time spent fishing unproductive water. No Kikake — equipped with the original hook, the Demon Buddha Needle, a hook design many anglers associate with crisp, reliable hookups.

Key specifications

• Length: 45mm
• Type: Fast Sinking
• Weight: 2.9g
• No Kikake — equipped with the original hook, the Demon Buddha Needle

What to expect on the water

• Deep-water reach: fast sinking helps contact deeper zones quickly
• Balanced action: compact flatside shape delivers a natural wobble with steady retrieves
• Flexible retrieves: try steady, twitch, or small jerks to trigger bites
• Saltwater and brackish versatility: designed for sea salmon fry patterns and native trout tactics

In real-world use, anglers may pair the Great Hunting 45 Flatside with medium gear and a variety of lines to dial in depth and speed. Start with a calm, steady retrieval, then experiment with short pauses or subtle twitches when fish appear hesitant. Its small, slender silhouette can present a delicate, lifelike profile in murky or clear water alike, offering a possibility of attracting reactive strikes without overwhelming the target species. The lure’s lineage and design focus on balance and predictability, giving you a tool that can fit into a broader strategy for shallow estuaries, tidal runs, and coastal streams.

Note: outcomes depend on water conditions, light, and fish mood. This description emphasizes possibilities, not guarantees, and aims to help you assess whether the Great Hunting 45 Flatside could be a good fit for your local spots.