About this piece
The Megabass X-80 Trick Darter is a compact suspending minnow that faithfully returns to the 'Match the Hatch' concept. Despite its 80mm length, it delivers a big impact with a body height 1.7 times that of traditional minnows, creating a unique shiner form between a minnow and a shad.
Key features
- 80.5mm length with 3/8oz weight for suspending action
- Unique shiner body form with 1.7x body height for increased water displacement
- Internal construction: low center of gravity front + multi-purpose weight shift rear
- Produces wide irregular darting and flashy side-to-side action
- Easy to trigger erratic action with simple stop-and-go retrieve
Best for
- Bass fishing in clear to stained water conditions
- Matching hatch for shad and baitfish patterns
- Situations requiring suspending lures for neutral fish
