About this piece
Smith D-Contact 50 #14 Ayu is a heavy-sinking minnow that revolutionized native trout fishing in mountain streams. Its inertia slide action and ultra-thin body, combined with a dense tungsten weight, deliver unmatched distance, depth control, and directional stability.
Key features
- Inertia slide action entices fish with a unique gliding motion after twitches.
- Tungsten weight of density 18 allows long casts and rapid descent to target depths.
- Ultra-thin body profile creates dramatic visual shape changes during wobble and roll.
- Black ring and chemically sharpened hooks maximize flash attraction and hookup.
- Cross/downstream twitching without blowing out ensures versatility in all current angles.
Best for
- Native trout (yamame, iwana) in clear mountain streams and headwaters.
- Heavy-current areas where deep presentation and long casts are essential.
- Anglers seeking a compact, heavy-sinking minnow for precise depth control.
