Bearking Sparrow 85SP Suspending Jerkbait Minnow
Bearking Sparrow 85SP Suspending Jerkbait Minnow
The Sparrow-85SP is a slim suspending jerkbait built for bass anglers who work the middle of the water column. At 85mm and 8g it casts easily on spinning gear and holds a natural baitfish profile that pressured bass see all season long. The suspending action means it hangs in place on the pause, giving fish extra time to commit during a jerk-jerk-pause retrieve.
Running 1.3 to 1.8m deep, it covers points, flats, and the top of drop-offs where largemouth and smallmouth stage. The through-wire construction and treble hooks are built for solid hookups on twitchbaits, and the realistic scale finish works well when bass are keyed on shad or shiners.
Specifications
| Type | Suspending jerkbait / minnow |
| Length | 85mm (3-1/3 in) |
| Weight | 8g (1/4 oz) |
| Depth | 1.3-1.8m (4-6 ft) |
| Action | Tight wobble with neutral suspend on pause |
| Hooks | Treble hooks, front and rear |
| Best for | Largemouth and smallmouth bass in clear to stained water |
How to fish it
- Cast past the target area and let the lure settle for a second before starting your retrieve.
- Work it with a jerk-jerk-pause cadence, letting the bait hang suspended for 2-3 seconds on each pause.
- Fish it over points, flats, and drop-off edges where bass are relating to baitfish.
- Slow the retrieve and lengthen pauses in cold water or when bass are following without committing.
Frequently asked
The 85mm size is a versatile profile that matches typical forage for both largemouth and smallmouth bass, from average fish up to solid trophy-class bass.
Use natural shad or shiner patterns in clear water, and switch to brighter or higher-contrast colors when the water has some stain or low light.
A medium-light to medium spinning rod with 6-10 lb fluorocarbon or braid with a fluorocarbon leader gives good action and solid hooksets on this size lure.
It shines in cooler water during pre-spawn and fall, and also works well anytime bass are suspended near cover or baitfish schools.