About this piece
The Apia GEM is a sinking plug designed for the specialized 'tech-troll' (tecro) fishing method, blending vertical and horizontal movement to trigger strikes. Developed from decades of experience with mussel and crab drop-shotting techniques, it offers stable fall posture and swimming action even in current. The GEM's engineering allows anglers to work it both as a drop bait and a long-casting trolling lure, maximizing search efficiency in saltwater environments.
Key features
- Sinking type plug, 55mm length and 5.5g weight for precise casting and control.
- Equipped with two #12 hooks for secure hookups on finicky saltwater species.
- Fall posture engineered to avoid spinning and maintain natural presentation.
- Designed for both vertical drop-shotting and horizontal trolling techniques.
- Color #7 White Crack offers a natural baitfish or crustacean imitator pattern.
- Smooth swimming action follows any retrieve while maintaining bite-triggering fall.
Best for
- Saltwater inshore and jetty fishing for blackfish (croaker), sea bass, and flathead.
- Tech-troll (tecro) trolling and slow pitch casting.
- Clear to moderate water conditions where natural fall and subtle action are key.
- Anglers targeting structure-oriented predators feeding on mussels and crustaceans.
