Spro Rat Wakebait

The square bill is designed to create a consistent wake at a slow to medium retrieve speed. You want to keep it moving just fast enough to maintain that surface ripple without diving or stalling.

Yes, it is quite user-friendly. Because the square bill naturally forces the lure to stay on the surface, you don't need advanced rod manipulation techniques to get the right action; a steady retrieve is usually all it takes.

The composite blend offers the density and feel of wood but with significantly higher impact resistance. It holds up much better against the repeated abuse of crushing strikes from pike and muskie without chipping or cracking.

Yes, the tail is designed to be replaceable. It is a key part of the lure's movement, so keeping a spare on hand is a good idea if you are fishing in areas with heavy cover or toothy predators.

At 1 ounce, this lure is best paired with a medium-heavy or heavy casting rod. You will want a rod with enough backbone to handle the lure's weight during the cast and provide solid hooksets on larger fish.

While it excels in calm to light chop, very rough water can make it difficult for the lure to maintain its wake. It is best utilized in calmer pockets, along weed lines, or in protected bays where the surface action can really draw fish in.