Tsurinoya Sinking Minnow Lure - Mini Hard Bait for Bass
Specifications
| Type | Sinking hard minnow lure |
| Length | 50mm |
| Weight | 5g |
| Depth | Shallow to mid depth, adjustable by count down |
| Action | Tight wobble with darting twitch response |
| Hooks | Treble hooks, front and rear |
| Best for | Largemouth and smallmouth bass in clear to lightly stained water |
Product description
This mini sinking minnow is built for finesse presentations when bass want a smaller profile. The slim body and diving lip give it a tight wobbling action on the retrieve, and the sinking design lets you count it down to reach fish holding at different depths in the water column.
It works well around docks, laydowns, and rock piles where largemouth and smallmouth key on small baitfish. Twitch it on slack line for a subtle darting action, or slow roll it for a steady swim. The compact size and natural profile make it a solid choice for clear water and pressured bass that shy away from bigger baits.
How to fish it
- Cast past cover and let the lure sink to the desired depth before starting your retrieve
- Use short twitches with slack line to trigger a darting, erratic action
- Slow roll with a steady retrieve near docks and laydowns for a natural swimming look
- Pause after twitches to let the bait hang, which often draws reaction strikes from following bass
Frequently asked
Depth depends on how long you let it sink before retrieving. Its small size and sinking design let you count it down to reach suspended or deeper holding bass.
This mini minnow profile is best suited to clear or lightly stained water where bass rely on sight to feed. In stained water, a brighter or more contrasted pattern helps visibility.
A light spinning rod with 6 to 8 lb fluorocarbon or light braid with a fluorocarbon leader gives the best action and feel for a bait this size.
Yes, the compact profile and subtle wobble make it a strong match for smallmouth that often key on smaller baitfish, especially in rivers and clear lakes.