Tsurinoya 88SP Suspending Minnow Jerkbait
Tsurinoya 88SP Suspending Minnow Jerkbait
The Tsurinoya 88SP is a suspending minnow built for anglers who want precise depth control and a lifelike hang in the water column. At 88mm and 10.3g, it casts smoothly on spinning gear and settles into a horizontal suspend on the pause, giving bass a long look at a wounded baitfish silhouette. The tight wobble and subtle body roll mimic the natural motion of a fleeing minnow.
This jerkbait shines around bluff walls, points, and grass edges where largemouth and smallmouth key on suspended baitfish, especially in cooler water when fish want a slower, twitch-pause presentation. It also handles pike and trout encounters, making it a versatile hard bait for mixed-species water.
Specifications
| Type | Suspending jerkbait / minnow |
| Length | 88mm (3.5 in) |
| Weight | 10.3g (0.36 oz) |
| Depth | Shallow to mid-depth, roughly 2-5 ft |
| Action | Tight wobble with subtle roll, true suspend on pause |
| Hooks | Two treble hooks |
| Best for | Largemouth and smallmouth bass, pike, trout |
How to fish it
- Cast past the target area and let the lure settle for a second before starting your retrieve.
- Use a twitch-twitch-pause cadence, letting the bait suspend motionless for 2-4 seconds between twitches.
- Slow the cadence and lengthen pauses in cold water or when bass seem sluggish.
- Watch your line closely during the pause since most strikes come when the lure is sitting still.
Frequently asked
Yes, 88mm is a standard jerkbait size that matches common baitfish forage and works well for both largemouth and smallmouth bass.
Use natural, translucent patterns like the shad tone shown here in clear water, and switch to brighter or more solid patterns in stained or murky conditions.
A medium power spinning or casting rod with a fast tip, paired with 8-12 lb fluorocarbon or 10-20 lb braid with a fluorocarbon leader, gives good casting distance and feel for subtle bites.
It performs especially well in cooler months for bass holding near structure, and doubles as a solid choice for pike and trout when they are keying on baitfish.