Jerkbaits

Jerkbaits for predator fishing

Jerkbaits are among the most effective lures for predator fishing, especially when targeting pike. Their erratic, side-to-side action imitates injured prey and triggers aggressive strikes.

At Charlie’s Fishing, a specialised predator fishing webshop based in the Netherlands, you’ll find a carefully selected range of jerkbaits from Savage Gear, Strike Pro and BlueBlue. Worldwide shipping available.

Difference between a jerkbait and a swimbait

Jerkbaits are worked with rod twitches and pauses, creating an unpredictable action. Swimbaits feature a steady, natural swimming motion. Both are effective, but jerkbaits offer greater control over action and speed.

How to fish a jerkbait

Fish jerkbaits with short, sharp twitches followed by pauses. Many strikes occur during the pause. Adjust speed and pause length to fish activity.

Best jerkbaits for predator fishing

Top choices include Strike Pro Guppie and Guppie Junior, Savage Gear Low Glider Jerk (14.5 cm & 17 cm) and Savage Gear Deviator Tail (16.5 cm & 20 cm).

Japanese jerkbaits

Japanese models such as BlueBlue Snecon 90S, Snecon 150S and Force Guile 160F deliver refined action and excel when predators are cautious.

Jerkbait fishing in winter

In cold water, slow retrieves with long pauses work best. Stable lures like Savage Gear Deviator Tail 20 cm and Savage Gear 3D Hybrid Pike 17 cm are excellent winter options.

Buy jerkbaits at Charlie’s Fishing

Charlie’s Fishing is your specialist predator fishing webshop, shipping worldwide from the Netherlands.