About this piece
The Smith D-Contact 50 is a heavy sinking minnow designed for trout stream fishing. Its innovative inertia slide action, driven by a dense tungsten weight, allows the lure to keep moving forward even when paused, enticing wary trout. The compact 50mm size and extreme casting distance make it ideal for targeting native trout in challenging mountain streams.
Key features
- Tungsten weight with 18 density for long casts and fast sinking
- Inertia slide action continues forward movement during pauses
- Performs equally well upstream, cross-current, and downstream
- Adjustable retrieve speed and rod angle for precise depth control
- Ultra-thin bent body with contrasting holographic finish for visual attraction
- Black ring and chemically sharpened #12 hook for solid hooksets
Best for
- Native trout species like yamame and iwana in clear streams
- Upstream twitching and jerking in fast currents
- Fishing deep pools and runs where heavy weight excels
- Situations requiring long casts and quiet presentations