About this piece
The Smith Gary Yamamoto Fat Ika is a high-density, bulky soft plastic bait that has become a staple in bass fishing. Its heavy body allows for easy no-sinker casting and a unique back-slide fall action that effectively targets shallow cover.
Key features
- Length: 100mm, weight: approximately 12g (varies by color)
- High-density material provides excellent castability and fast sink rate
- Bulky profile with tentacle-like appendages for a realistic underwater presence
- Versatile rigging: recommended for offset hook sizes #4/0–#5/0 and works well with Texas rigs
- Pack of 8 pieces per bag
Best for
- Bass fishing in shallow cover and weedy areas
- No-sinker and Texas rig presentations for flipping and pitching
- Aggressive reaction strikes due to the bait's darting and falling action