Strategic Angler Naia Custom Lures 155-180

Naia, the latest creation from StrategicAngler for 2020, represents a departure from traditional stickbait and fast-sinking jig designs. Referred to in feminine terms due to her fluid lines and seductive appearance, Naia stands out with the omission of a belly loop, allowing for a rhythmic side-to-side cadence during free fall. The tail hook configuration is customizable, accommodating large single hooks or trebles of various sizes to suit different fishing styles. Naia's versatile movements, including twitches, "walk the dogs," sweeps, and a sinking flutter, embody her fluid and captivating style.

Casting:

Orientation: Horizontal sinking

Action:

• Walk the dog; side to side cadence
• Horizontal sinking flutter during freefall
• Wobbling side to side swimming action with slow retrieve
• Erratic action with fast retrieve

Retrieve speed: Slow to Fast

Skill level: None to Moderate

Technique:

Walk - A rhythmic slow twitch will make Naia move with an alternating left and right cadence. A quick sweep creates a sudden commotion that reverberates in the water attracting predators in the process.

Wobble - Retrieving the lure with the rod tip down will create a slow side to side wobble. This slow and erratic movement is reminiscent of a cruising or unwary fish. An occasional twitch will make Naia come alive, flash on one side and then right itself.

Sinking flutter - Cast the lure, or simply let it drop! A free falling lure will have a more pronounced side to side flutter, so give it a few seconds for Naia to reach your preferred depth before retrieving.

Sweep - The Naia series does best with softer sweeps of the rod tip versus the traditional hard sweeps most stickbait anglers are accustomed to. The lure is perfectly balanced without the need of a belly hook so imparting softer sweeps will make the lure dance with ease.

NAIA155

• Length: 6 inches (155 mm)
• Average weight: 2.8 ounces (82-85 grams)
• 0.093 inch (2.4 mm) thick x-heavy wiring

NAIA180

• Length: 7 inches (180 mm)
• Average weight: 4 ounces (125-130 grams)
• 0.093 inch (2.4 mm) thick x-heavy wiring

Recommended hook sizes: Rear only: 3/0 to 5/0 trebles or 7/0 to 12/0 single

Sink Rate: Hook size/weight dependent: Average 2 feet/second (hook size and current may affect sink rate)