{"product_id":"z-man-billy-goat-4-1-4-inch-soft-plastic-grub-3-pack-watermelon-red","title":"Z-MAN Billy Goat 4-1-4 Inch Soft Plastic Grub 3 Pack Watermelon Red","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Z-MAN Billy Goat series redefines soft plastic versatility with a distinctive twin-action tail setup. At 4-1\/4 inches, the Billy Goat blends a slightly flattened torso with dual thin-skinned kicking legs and pulsating, deeply cupped paddles. This combination creates a noticeable water thump from slow retrieves to fast pulls, and even during the fall, helping you detect subtle bites while presenting a lifelike crawl that high-precision anglers expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from 10X Tough ElaZtech material, the GOAT baits strike a balance between softness and durability. The buoyant construction means the lure tends to ride in the water column with a natural pause, giving you time to read the water and adjust your retrieve. The Watermelon Red hue adds visibility in stained or muddier water, while still offering a realistic profile that can entice strikes in a range of cover and depths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits you may notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwin action tails with a curved paddle design, echoing the action of other popular Z-Man lures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent thump and vibration at any retrieve speed and on the fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10X Tough ElaZtech construction for rugged durability and buoyancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHighly versatile profile, ideal as a jig trailer, flipping bait, swimming grub, and trailer for ChatterBait or buzzbait\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize options and practical uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3\" Baby GOAT – compact option for tight cover and Ned rig setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3.75\" GOAT – versatile mid-size for multiple retrieves and moderate depths\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4.25\" Billy GOAT – primary option for deeper water, long casts, and as a trailer on larger jigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn real-world situations, anglers report a reliable presence in weed edges, docks, and sloping banks. The buoyant, soft profile helps create a steady rhythm on the water and the paddle tail’s pulse can motivate strikes from reluctant fish. While no lure guarantees a catch, the GOAT’s combination of action, buoyancy, and rugged construction is designed to perform across a broad set of presentations and conditions, offering anglers a tool they can reach for when consistency matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and presentation details matter on the water. Watermelon Red offers a high-contrast silhouette against various backgrounds, helping the GOAT read water and trigger bites from bass that key on movement and profile rather than color alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What makes the Z-MAN Billy Goat stand out?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Twin action tails with a curved paddle design deliver strong thump at various retrieve speeds, paired with 10X ElaZtech durability and buoyancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What setups work best with the Billy Goat?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ideal as a jig trailer, Ned rig, or swimming grub; also effective on ChatterBait and buzzbait trailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Z-MAN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42098270568528,"sku":"B00BLV3JVY","price":37.08,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9645\/8576\/files\/z-man-billy-goat-4-1-4-inch-soft-plastic-grub-watermelon-red.jpg?v=1771923192","url":"https:\/\/canadawildco.com\/products\/z-man-billy-goat-4-1-4-inch-soft-plastic-grub-3-pack-watermelon-red","provider":"Canada WildCo. | Hunting Gear, Fishing Equipment \u0026 Outdoor Essentials for the Canadian Wild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}