Incredible Shrimp Lure Test Results (Flounder, Snook, & Grouper LOVE It)
- By: Luke Simonds
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For the last few months, we’ve been on a mission to find the ultimate shrimp lure…
And we’ve finally found it!
We’ve been testing out different designs, sizes, materials, and even different jig heads for rigging them to catch big fish.
And judging by all the fish that smashed it on this short trip, we’ve finally got it dialed in.
Even with Otis making all sorts of commotion on the boat, I caught loads of fish in this trip that was under 1 and a half hours (all filmed on 1 GoPro battery).
In this video, you’ll get one of the very first glimpse of this lure in action.
Check it out below!
New Shrimp Lure Test [VIDEO]
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Equipment used:
– Setup #1 (deeper water)
- Rod: St. Croix Triumph 7’6″ Med-Heavy Power Fast Action
- Reel: Shimano Stradic Ci4 4000
- Line: 20 lb PowerPro
- Leader: 40 lb Ande Mono
- Lure: New shrimp lure from Brazil (coming to USA soon) rigged on 1/2 oz jig head
– Setup #2 (deeper water)
- Rod: St. Croix Legend Tournament 7’6″ Med-Heavy Power Fast Action
- Reel: Daiwa BG 2500
- Line: 20 lb PowerPro
- Leader: 40 lb Ande Mono
- Lure: New shrimp lure from Brazil (coming to USA soon) rigged on 1/4 oz jig head
Conclusion
Sure was a fun trip!
This is just one of many trips I’ve had like this with constant action on this shrimp lure.
In fact, here’s an amazing snook catch we had the very first time we fished with these Brazilian shrimp lures:
These shrimp lures are currently not available in the US, but we’re going to fix that very soon because recently placed a big order an expect them to be here at some point in December.
Be sure to keep an out for an email from us letting you know when we have this available on our shop.
And if you want 20% off of it when we get it, plus 20% off of everything else in the store, AND our best fishing tips every week, then join us in the Insider Club!
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Any word on when you are getting a restock?
We are expecting a batch of them to arrive next week. Make sure to sign up for the Notify Me feature if you haven’t already done so: https://fishstrong.com/products/power-prawn-shrimp
Hey Luke, I recently got a brand new Ci4+ 4K in a trade. I know you guys aren’t fans of Shimano currently. I know I will eventually have to change the line roller bearing. But I was wondering how you felt about it paired with that Triumph? I plan to use it for (1/2oz to 1ish) artificial at the Jetty and docks. Also… Might have to wait for the Bull Bay Custom 👀 if you guys are doing a heavy version. Thanks for all your help.
Please know that we don’t dislike Shimano reels… we just haven’t yet found a model of theirs that is the best overall value for its price point.
The 4000 Ci4 is a great reel (I have one that’s 6+ years old and is still in good shape). I actually have mine paired with a 7’6″ St. Croix Triumph (MH power), and it is a good setup for fishing from jetties/docks where you’ll need 20lb to 30 lb braid and some backbone in a rod to keep fish out of the structure.
Thanks for the info and the clarity,Luke!! I will def give a Triumph a feel. I own a Tidemaster MHF76 and I love it.
I recently learned about a lower priced reel from Shimano if you guys wanted to test it. The Spheros SW Inshore. Sizes are 3K and 4K. 3K weights 9oz and has the Hagane body and gear. Sturdier stem over the Fuego? Reel retails at $120.
I need help finding what shrimp has more resistance towards pinfish, ladyfish ect becouse I catch big 30 to 35inch inch snook and the smaller trash fish rip of the shrimp tail can anyone help me?
P.S I was using the vodo shrimp and the gulp shrimp
These power prawns can withstand pinfish and ladyfish. But I haven’t yet found any soft plastic that can survive a pufferfish bite.
Hey Luke, what brand and size jig are you using with the new shrimp?
Thanks,
Dan
These lures are very tough, so normal jig heads with the keepers extremely tough to use. We’ll be offering the custom jig heads with the shrimp once they go live (sizes are 1/8th, 1/4th, and 1/2 oz based on depth coverage needed).
Good video, anxiously waiting for when you get that shrimp lure in stock. Question…why do you use 2 different pound test leaders? Why not just use the one heavier leader onto the braid main line?
Thanks, Greg
I was testing out a layered leader that is supposed to help prevent fish from feeling the line moving through the water… when using a 3 ft leader of 40 lb line, fish can sometimes feel that a 3 ft long object is moving through the water and get spooked (while the smaller top end of the leader can go undetected much easier).
Got a quick question. When you are using Artificial paddle tails and shrimp, do you use Braided line with a Fluorocarbon leader?
Thanks, Donnie
Yes to the braid for the mainline. But not for the fluorocarbon… I switched to the much less expensive mono earlier this year and have been very pleased with it (less expensive while having better abrasion strength): https://fishstrong.com/products/ande-premium-monofilament-leader?variant=32694858711125
Luke,
I just joined about two weeks ago and it’s the Bomb. I enjoy all the knowledge. When will the new Brazil shrimp be available to purchase?
Thanks,
Donnie
Thanks so much for making time to leave the nice comment William!
They’ll likely be available for purchase in early Jan. We’ll be making them exclusive to Insider members in an effort to keep them from selling out on day 1. We’ll send an email out once the shrimp lures are in.
Tight Lines!
Awesome! I have already been catching numerous fish on the Slam Shady’s. I enjoy all the info provided by you and your team.
I need these! Fished the bays all through childhood even worked as a deck hand but moved away for a while. Now I have to relearn everything, thanks Salt Strong!
Thanks so much for making time to leave the nice comment Jonathan!
Can you email me when the shrimp comes in to buy? Please and thank you bud
All active Insider Club members will be getting an email when they come out (we’ll be only allowing Insider members to buy them since there has been a lot of interest).
I would like to get emailed when those shimp come in.Thanks butchalden3939@gmail.com
All active Insider Club members will be getting an email when they come out (we’ll be only allowing Insider members to buy them since there has been a lot of interest).