About this piece
The Smith D-Direct 55 is a heavy sinking deep minnow designed to reach trout that lurk in the dead zone below 1 meter depth. Its 6g self-weight and oversized lip achieve a forced rapid dive to unexplored strike zones.
Key features
- Heavy sinking deep minnow with 6g self-weight for fast descent
- Oversized lip generates forced rapid diving to over 1 meter depth
- Small wobble and roll vibration on retrieve to attract trout
- 55mm length suits presentations in pressured or deep water
Best for
- Deep water trout fishing beyond typical reach
- Streams and lakes with submerged structure or drop-offs
- Cold water conditions requiring slow, deep retrieves
