Cypress, CA (July 14, 2021) – There’s just something special about jerkbaits. Whether cast or trolled, they simply catch fish—no bones about it. Along those lines, Daiwa introduced a new jerkbait design born from Daiwa tackle designer Kazuma Izumi. Enter the Steez Custom HMKL Minnow.
The HMKL’s first design was based on the universal profile of minnows, but Daiwa tackle designer Kazuma Izumi modified it by choosing just the right material, coating, lip design, figure, and size.
In terms of body design, the shape of the HMKL’s body is lean because designer Izumi believes that “leaner lures are more effective in tough fishing situations.” “The goal,” says Izumi, “was to create a jerkbait that with a lean profile, action, and form, and simply catches more fish.”
To that end, Izumi crafted a bait with a weight transfer system, with SaqSas swivels on the front and back to reduce fish coming off, and a circuit board carbon fiber bill—the first ever on a jerkbait—that’s very durable and won’t chip. The HMKL also casts well thanks to its SaqSas weight transfer system that utilizes small tungsten weights. The smaller tungsten weights also allow the bait more balance under the water and the internal counter buoyance weight stabilizes the bait without any unnecessary noise.
Daiwa HMKL Features and Specifications:
- Silent magnet transfer system for longer casts
- SaqSas weight transfer system
- SaqSas swivels
- SaqSas hooks
- Industry first use of a circuit board bill with ABS body in jerkbaits
- 5.4 inches in length & 4/7 ounces in weight
- MSRP: $25.99