Code: 4969363105721

Brand: Shimano (SHIMANO)

Model: XX-P17W

Product color: 004 ST Blue Runner

About this product
Color: 004 ST Blue Runner
Type: Floating
Overall length (mm): 175
Weight (g): 57
Hook specification: #2/0 2
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Brand: Shimano (SHIMANO)
Size: 175mm
Material: Other
Point style knife edge point About this product
Color: 004 ST Blue Runner
Type: Floating
Overall length (mm): 175
Weight (g): 57
Hook specification: #2/0 2
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Shipping size: Height 9, Width 8, Depth 1

Shipping weight: 20

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Manufacturer's description
Stable action even on rough sea surface. Slim popper with vertical float.

The "Colt Sniper Gabro 175F Flash Boost" is a slim silhouette popper for bluefish. It features a nearly vertical floating posture and is designed to provide stable action even in rough sea conditions where pencil baits are difficult to誘う. A major feature is its ease of use with the technique called popping non-stop jerk. By continuously誘う with sound and bubbles from the surface to just below the surface, it creates a scene where small fish panic and scatter. It stimulates the predation switch of wary, low-activity bluefish, and allows you to bring the lure to a bite without letting it be seen as much as possible.

Stable flight distance even in strong wind. Effect of slim silhouette.

The reason why the "Colt Sniper Gabro 175F Flash Boost" emphasizes a slim silhouette is primarily to stabilize the flight distance. Making the shape slim reduces air resistance during casting, achieving stable distance even in windy conditions. Additionally, the slim silhouette is effective when bluefish are feeding on slender prey such as mackerel and sandeel.

The rear weight serving as an anchor. Thorough pursuit of buoyancy balance.

A major feature of this lure is its design to float in a vertical posture. Furthermore, by fixing the center of gravity and placing the weight at the very back, not only is the flight distance stabilized, but the floating posture in rough seas is also more stable. The buoyancy of the lure is finely adjusted so that the body almost enters the water just below the eyes. When movement stops, the Flash Boost is fully submerged, providing a flashing effect.

Small details make a big difference. The design concept embedded in the cup part.

Adding buoyancy to the back to improve straight-line stability.

This lure also pays particular attention to the cup part, which is crucial for poppers. The first point to note is that the cup, when viewed from the front, has a U-shaped form. This is to maximize buoyancy in the back part of the lure, thereby increasing straight-line stability during popping. Especially on rough sea surfaces, the floating posture of the lure tends to become unstable, and the line can drift in unintended directions. However, this lure is designed to allow the angler to pop straight ahead even in such conditions, emphasizing ease of use.

Thickened edges for strength.

It is also designed with strength in mind. The rim of the cup, due to its structure, tends to be thinner and weaker. When hitting rocks or when a caught fish thrashes and hits the rocks, the lure can unintentionally chip or break. To prevent such accidental damage, the rim is made thicker and designed with durability in mind.

To produce the ideal action.

Next, regarding the body shape, the attention to detail extends to the tail part as well. It has a slightly raised shape, which helps the lure to perform an appropriate amount of submerging and surfacing when making action as if fleeing on the water surface. This shape was arrived at through repeated testing with multiple samples. Although it is a subtle detail, it significantly impacts the lure's performance and is an important part.

FEATURE (Features)

Cup design

Designed with volume and strength in mind for use in rocky shore environments, with reinforced edges.

Floating posture

Prioritizing ease of action, the floating posture is nearly vertical. This design allows continued use even in rough conditions.