Hunthouse Sinking Pencil Stickbait for Bass & Saltwater
Hunthouse Sinking Pencil Stickbait for Bass & Saltwater
This sinking pencil stickbait is a slim, weighted hard bait built for anglers who want a subtle, natural presentation. Unlike a floating walking bait, it sinks slowly on the pause, giving bass and other predators extra time to commit. The tight-wobbling body and flash-heavy finish mimic baitfish moving through open water or along the edges of cover.
It casts long and holds a straight track at speed, making it a strong choice for covering water on points, flats, and drop-offs. Largemouth and smallmouth respond well to a twitch-pause retrieve, especially during baitfish migrations or when fish are suspended just off structure. It also handles saltwater species like seabass, so it earns a spot in a mixed-species tacklebox.
Specifications
| Type | Sinking pencil stickbait |
| Length | 70mm / 95mm |
| Weight | Compact, casts well on light to medium spinning gear |
| Depth | Subsurface to mid-column, controlled by pause length |
| Action | Tight wobble with a slow sink on pause |
| Hooks | Treble hooks, sized for hooking hold in open water |
| Best for | Largemouth, smallmouth, pike, and saltwater seabass |
How to fish it
- Cast past the target zone and let the lure settle for a second before starting the retrieve.
- Use a twitch-twitch-pause cadence and let the bait sink slightly on each pause.
- Speed up the retrieve over open flats to trigger reaction strikes from active fish.
- Slow down and lengthen pauses near drop-offs or when fish are holding deeper in the water column.
Frequently asked
The 70mm size works well for finesse presentations and smaller baitfish patterns, while the 95mm suits bigger bass and situations where you want more casting distance and profile.
Use natural, translucent patterns in clear water and brighter or higher-contrast finishes in stained or murky water so fish can locate the bait more easily.
A medium to medium-heavy spinning rod with 10 to 15 lb monofilament or fluorocarbon gives good casting distance and control without sacrificing hook-set power.
No, it also performs well on pike and saltwater species like seabass, making it a versatile option if you fish multiple species through the season.