TSURINOYA Intruder 71S Sinking Jerkbait Minnow Lure
Specifications
| Type | Sinking jerkbait / minnow |
| Length | 71mm |
| Weight | 10g |
| Depth | Sinking, works subsurface to mid-depth |
| Action | Tight wobble with darting jerk-pause glide |
| Hooks | Two treble hooks |
| Best for | Largemouth and smallmouth bass around points, drop-offs, and rocky cover |
Product description
The Intruder 71S is a 71mm, 10g sinking jerkbait built for anglers who want a bait that gets down fast and stays in the strike zone. The slim minnow profile and slow-sink design let it hold column depth on the pause, which is exactly when bass commit. A tight, high-speed wobble on the retrieve mimics fleeing baitfish and triggers reaction bites from largemouth and smallmouth alike.
This lure casts well into wind thanks to its weight-forward build, making it a solid choice for covering water along points, drop-offs, and rocky banks. Twitch-pause retrieves produce a darting, injured-baitfish action that draws strikes from fish holding just off structure or suspended over deeper water.
How to fish it
- Cast past the target area and let the lure sink to the desired depth before starting your retrieve.
- Use sharp rod twitches followed by a pause to create an erratic, injured-baitfish glide.
- Vary pause length based on water temperature, longer pauses in cold water, shorter in warm water.
- Work it along drop-offs, points, and submerged cover where bass are likely to ambush baitfish.
Frequently asked
Yes, 71mm is a versatile profile that matches typical baitfish size in most bass lakes and rivers, working well for both species.
Use natural, translucent patterns in clear water and brighter, higher-contrast colors in stained or murky water so bass can find the lure more easily.
A medium-power spinning or casting rod paired with 8-12 lb fluorocarbon or braided line with a fluorocarbon leader gives good action and sensitivity for detecting strikes.
Sinking jerkbaits like this one perform well in cooler water during spring and fall when bass are keying in on slower, suspended baitfish presentations.