About this piece
The Smith D-Contact is a heavy-sinking minnow that introduced inertia slide action to mountain stream lure fishing. Its ultra-thin body packs a tungsten weight (density 18), achieving 4.5g in the 50mm size. This design delivers exceptional distance, depth capability, and directional control.
Key features
- Inertia slide action glides forward on pause, creating a wounded, lifelike escape motion.
- Consistent action across upstream, cross-stream, and downstream retrieves for versatile presentations.
- Fast sinking rate enables deep zone targeting; adjust depth via retrieve speed and twitch pauses.
- Rearward center of gravity ensures long, stable casts even against wind.
- Slim body with dramatic shape change during roll attracts fish with subtle visual cues.
- Matte black hardware and different head/body holograms enhance flash and realism.
Best for
- Trout and char in mountain streams.
- Deep pools and heavy currents where standard minnows struggle.
- Finesse presentations when fish are pressured and require subtle gliding action.
