ABOUT ZIP BAITS
Originating in Japan, ZipBaits is a distinguished and forward-thinking brand in the fishing tackle industry, celebrated for its innovative lure designs and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Established with a vision to redefine the fishing experience, Zip Baits seamlessly merges traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology, resulting in a diverse and highly effective range of lures that resonate with anglers globally.
Zip Baits’ journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation. Their lures are crafted with meticulous attention to detail, reflecting a deep understanding of fish behaviour and the intricacies of different fishing environments. From jerkbaits to surface poppers, each product bears the hallmark of precision engineering, ensuring optimal performance on the water.
What sets Zip Baits apart is not just their product range, but the philosophy that underpins their creations. The brand is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of fishing tackle, constantly evolving to meet the dynamic needs of anglers. The company’s commitment to research and development is evident in the cutting-edge technologies incorporated into their lures, such as the MAGDRIVE concept, providing anglers with a competitive edge and enhancing their overall fishing experience.
Zip Baits’ reputation extends beyond Japan, as their lures have gained recognition and popularity among anglers worldwide. Whether targeting specific species or adapting to diverse fishing conditions, ZipBaits offers a versatile arsenal of lures that cater to anglers of all skill levels.
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MAG-DRIVE was developed in the pursuit of enhanced flight distance and better balance.
Using a sliding weight to first generate inertia and added heft further and work better than ever before. The sliding internal allowing the lure to maintain its axis when operating in conditions with current. Stable swimming, even in strong currents. MAG-DRIVE balances these challenges at a high level. When casting, the main weight slides down the shaft shaft to improve longdistance casting performance, and when swimming, it magnetically fixes in place to provide a responsive and sharp lure action.
Basic structure
Magdrive has a shaft & magnetic fixed structure. When casting, the main weight slides on the shaft to the tail of the lure securely. When swimming, the main weight is magnetically fixed to the front end of the shaft.
Steel Plate
Steel Plate Magnet Tungsten Rubber Cushion
Castability
You can cast long distances under any circumstances!
In order to roll a spherical weight, some play in internal space is required> this inevitably causes the weight to wobble from front to back, and from side to side. When casting, this can cause you to lose your flight cause miscast or poor lure flight.
The shaft driven MAG-DRIVE has less weight and without extended play less wobbling allowing the weight to stay firmly at the rear, delivering stable flight distance.
Twitching
When Casting When Swimming
Stand up
Swim in current
When contacting an obstacle
When swimming
With non-fixed weights, they will move wildly when your lure angle or axis changes during retrieve. It will also be affected by load changes due to water flow or rod work, causing the lure to operate ineffectively. MAG-DRIVE magnetically fixed the weight in place reducing lure wobble and off axis operation. The weight does not move wildly, action sensitivity is also improved
B SWITCHER 2.0
The 2.0 version stands as the middle ground in the renowned B-Switcher lineup. With the ability to swiftly dive up to 2 meters when retrieved briskly and paired with a fine line, this silent crankbait excels in navigating obstacles and is renowned for enticing strikes from large fish.
Weight 10g
Type Floating
B SWITCHER 3.0
With a sleek and compact body mirroring the design of the B-Swi B-Switcher series has garnered a solid reputation both in Japan and internationally over the years. Remaining true to the original series, this crankbait offers effortless retrieval and is capable of landing bass or other fish of any size. It boasts a natural tight wobbling motion when retrieved at med fast speeds, delivering a stable, uniform action without any erratic movements.
ZBBSW30
Size: 60mm
Weight: 12.5g
Type: Floating
B SWITCHER 4.0
The B-Switcher 4.0 stands out as a deep crank with a compact 65mm body, featuring a sleek head design and a magnetic drive system to reach depths exceeding 4 meters. With a focused action pivot, it effortlessly delves into deep waters without losing momentum, making it ideal for extended use throughout the day. Its natural tight wobbling action adds to its appeal, ensuring a lifelike movement underwater.
Size 65mm
Weight 13.5g
Type Floating
B SWITCHER CRAZE
This is an ultra-shallow finesse crankbait renowned for its broad wobbling action. It can double as a topwater lure when reeled in slowly. Equipped with glow color rattles, it’s particularly effective for night fishing.
Size: 42mm
Weight: 6.5g
Type: Floating
KHAMSIN JR DR
This subtle shad excels in demanding conditions, particularly when the rapid movement of lures like vibrations proves challenging. Its design enables a deliberate and unhurried approach. With direct transmission of rod work and an internal balance weight structure preventing rolling, this shad allows nimble maneuvers and heightened sensitivity. It responds effectively to reaction fishing methods, such as jerk baiting, making it an ideal choice for finesse and precision in challenging scenarios.
Weight 4.2g
Type Suspending
KHAMSIN JR SR
A medium length jerkbait style lure. Khamsin has swiftly earned acclaim among anglers since its introduction. The SR model stands out with remarkable versatility, catering to anglers of all skill levels, courtesy of its surprising speed and unique wobbleand-roll action. The magdrive feature eradicates the hassle of managing line slack during retrieval. Accompanied by a dart that produces a captivating sway and flutter sound, this lure effectively entices bass and trout, making it a go-to choice for anglers seeking both performance and ease of use.
Size 50mm
Weight 4.2g
Type Suspending
KHAMSIN TINY DR
This subtle shad excels in demanding conditions, especially when swift-moving lures with heavy vibrations become challenging. It facilitates a deliberate and unhurried approach, enhanced by direct rod work work. Its internal balance weight prevents rolling, promoting nimble maneuvers and heightened sensitivity. This ensures responsiveness to reaction fishing methods like jerk baiting. A quiet performer, this shad navigates challenging scenarios with finesse, making it a reliable choice for anglers seeking precision and effectiveness in varying fishing conditions.
Size 40mm
Weight 3.0g
Type Suspending
KHAMSIN TINY SR
This subtle shallow running shad excels in demanding conditions, especially when swift-moving lures with heavy vibrations become challenging. It facilitates a deliberate and unhurried approach, enhanced by direct rod work. Its internal balance weight prevents rolling, promoting nimble manoeuvres and heightened sensitivity. This ensures responsiveness to reaction fishing methods like jerk baiting. A quiet performer, this shad navigates challenging scenarios with finesse, making it a reliable choice for anglers seeking precision and effectiveness in varying fishing conditions.
Size 40mm
Weight 2.8g
Type Suspending
PENCIL CONOHA 230
Zipbaits has perfected the Conoha harnessing insights from real fishing experiences. Its design excels in distance, action, floating position, and post-cast connection. Despite its substantial 230mm size, the Conoha boasts a comfortable design and retreive, sparing anglers from fatigue during extended use. Effortless sliding dog walks and are easily achievable, enhancing its versatility.
Weight: 134g
Type: Floating
RIGGE 43F
Crafted for bream, bass, and trout, this lure expertly emulates the patterns of small fish schools. Its unique wobbling motion, derived from its robust body shape, creates a stirring effect in the water, enticing the lateral line of rock fish. During a pause in retrieval, the lure gracefully ascends to the surface, adding an element of unpredictability to its movement. This combination of realistic design and dynamic action makes it an irresistible choice for anglers targeting a variety of freshwater and saltwater species.
Size: 43mm
Weight: 3.4g
Type: Floating
RIGGE 46SP MDR
Exclusively designed for Australia by Zip Baits, this compact jerkbait features the innovative MAG-DRIVE weight system. Highly effective on estuary species like bream and black bream, as well as trout in streams and along lake edges, the weight system ensures precise and accurate casts, even in challenging windy conditions. The lure’s subtle action and the capability to pause near structures make it particularly lethal, offering anglers a versatile and deadly option for targeting a variety of Australian species in diverse environments.
Size: 46mm
Weight: 2.9g
Type: Suspending
RIGGE 56SP
Crafted for an assertive approach, this minnow enhances the thrill of fishing. Its irregular action and vibrant flashes create a remarkable presence, defying its size. The Rigge 56SP stands out for its exceptional appeal among minnows in this size range, delivering impressive casting distance and accuracy. Designed to excel in the dynamic conditions of mountain streams, this lure promises an elevated fishing experience, making it a top choice for anglers seeking excitement and success in challenging terrains.
Type: Suspending
RIGGE 70SP
Deliberately crafted for a natural appeal without excessive conspicuousness, this lure features a wobbling and rolling action. Its gentle movement during a steady retrieve reveals its true value, offering an effortless operation that proves effective when inducing a reaction bite through continuous twitching. Versatility is a key attribute, making it suitable for a broad spectrum of fishing conditions and seasons. Anglers can rely on this lure’s nuanced design and performance for success across varied environments and throughout the year.
Size 70mm
Weight 5.5g
Type Suspending
RIGGE 93 RUNWAY SP
This slow-sinking minnow is tailored for big trout, featuring a medium-long bib for extended casting and depth control—a feat previously limited to metal spoons. Ideal for the Big River Minnow Game, its active swimming action, coupled with precise rod work, triggers instant darting movements. With a captivating appearance reminiscent of a runway model, it exudes allure and agility.
Size: 93mm
Weight: 15g
Type: Slow sink
RIGGE DEEP 35F
The Rigge 35F Deep defies its size and weight by achieving an impressive casting distance. Offering precise swimming control, it exhibits excellent action and sensitivity, ensuring a clear transmission of bites. This petite minnow features the evolved Mag-drive for added allure and, on select models, an iconic glow ball near the head. During a steady retrieve, intermittent pauses allow it to drift in the tide, while a vigorous twitching motion significantly increases the chances of enticing bites.
ZBRIGD35F
Size 35mm
Weight 2.2g
Type Floating
Depth 1.0-1.2m
Glow Ball included
RIGGE DEEP 56SP
A deep diving suspending jerkbait tailored for an aggressive approach, this minnow elevates the thrill of fishing. Its irregular action and vibrant flashes create a remarkable presence that defies its size. The Rigge 56F stands out for its exceptional appeal among minnows in this size range, excelling in both casting distance and accuracy. With a design optimized for the dynamic conditions of mountain streams, this lure promises an enhanced fishing experience, making it a standout choice for anglers seeking excitement and success in challenging terrains.
Size 56mm
Weight 3.4g
Type Suspending
RIGGE DEEP 70SP
Mastering both deep-range capability and a lightweight, responsive feel, this lure excels in various fishing scenarios. Intricately crafted lip and body designs facilitate swift water engagement and rapid diving. Upon reaching the desired depth, efficient water flow release minimizes drag on the lure. The sensitivity of its movements ensures the detection of even the subtlest bites, providing anglers with a reliable tool that performs exceptionally well in diverse conditions, making it a go-to choice for those seeking versatility and responsiveness in their tackle box.
Size 70mm
Weight 6.4g
Type Suspending
TRICK SHAD 70SP
The Trick Shad boasts a tight action, challenging fish to bite despite its trickiness. Designed to induce reaction strikes with subtle rod movements. Ideal for targeting bass.
ZBTS70SP
Size: 70mm
Weight: 7.8g
Type: Suspending
ZBL FAKIE DOG
The Zipbiats Fakie Dog lure is tailored for estuary fishing, ideal for bream, flathead, and whiting. Employ the walk-the-dog technique for enticing side-to-side movement, or lightly pop it for a splashing effect. As with all Zipbait lures, the Fakie Dog upholds premium quality standards.
Weight: 12.0g
Type: Floating
ZBL FAKIE DOG CB
An energetic addition to the Fakie Dog series. This 50mm walk-the-dog lure packs superior walking action, cast distance, and usability into its compact frame. Employing an erratic action, it generates enticing bubbles, splashes, and sound, proving irresistible to a diverse range of fish. Whether used with a subtle finesse or an aggressive approach, this versatile lure responds adeptly, allowing anglers to tailor their presentation to different fishing conditions and preferences.
Type: Floating
ZBL FAKIE DOG DS
Experience the enchantment of a walk-the-dog pencil designed for saltwater species like bream and whiting. This versatile 70mm pencil is effortlessly maneuvered with rod action, gliding through the water’s surface with finesse. Its head features gill-like structures that produce a natural splash and bubble, effectively deceiving your target. Easy to use and incredibly effective, this magical pencil adds a touch of wizardry to your saltwater fishing escapades.
Weight: 8.2g
Type: Floating
ZBL LEED BOMB 48F
The ZipBaits Leed Bomb 48F stands out as a high-performance deep diving crankbait, designed to target fish lurking in deeper waters. Its compact yet sturdy construction enables it to dive swiftly to depths unreachable by many other lures. With precision engineering and meticulous attention to detail, this lure boasts exceptional durability and reliability.
Weight: 5.3g
Type: Floating
ZBL POPPER
The ZBL popper measures 68mm and boasts a sizable slanted cupped face crafted to lure fish from afar. It’s a must-have lure for flats fishing, where its lively action is irresistible to bream, flathead, and whiting. Equipped with inbuilt mag-drive weights, this lure ensures exceptional accuracy in casting.
ZBP
Size: 68mm
Weight: 8.3g
Type: Floating
ZBL POPPER TINY
Compact yet powerful, the ZBL LPopper Tiny proves its mettle by attracting bites without hesitation. Despite its diminutive size, this lure boasts brilliant casting capabilities. With a versatile design capable of both popping and walking the dog, it appeals to a wide range of fish species. When the topwater bream bite is sluggish, the ZBL LPopper Tiny steps in, ensuring action and guaranteeing anglers a successful day on the water.
Size 48mm
Weight 3.7g
Type Floating
ZBL RAPHAEL SQUID SP
Introducing the Zabra Raphael Squid SP, a sinking stick bait tailored to mimic small baitfish. Ideal for species like bream, trout, and more, it’s conveniently sized and easy to use. With excellent flight distance, it can reach distant targets effortlessly. Equipped with internal glow balls in various colours.
ZBL SKINNY POP 130
The Zip Baits ZBL Skinny Pop 130 stands is a top-notch surface lure enticing predators from afar. Built with precision Japanese craftsmanship, it guarantees flawless construction and remarkable casting distances. Its carefully designed action ensures it attracts a wide variety of predatory fish. Measuring at 130mm in length and weighing 24g, this floating lure promises an exhilarating fishing experience.
ZBL SKINNY POP 70JR
Exclusively designed for Australian waters, the Skinny Pop Jr is a finesse topwater lure. With its long, slender profile, it’s tailored for bream, whiting, and bass, offering a subtle action to entice wary predators without causing alarm. This versatile lure can be effectively used with both a walk-the-dog retrieve or a more aggressive popping technique, making it an excellent choice for targeting mangrove jack and other ambush predators in diverse aquatic environments.
Weight 3.6g
Type Floating
ZBL SKINNY POP 90
The versatile Skinny Pop 90 is a finesse surface lure with a downward-facing cupped face. Its long, slender design ensures a subtle action when gliding across the water’s surface. Perfect for bream, bass, flathead, and other estuary species, this lure excels with a walk-the-dog retrieve or a more aggressive popping style. Ideal for situations where subtle action is crucial, such as targeting salmon and kings, the Skinny Pop 90 attracts fish while minimizing the risk of spooking wary predators.
Weight 6.2g
Type Floating
ZBL SLIDE SWIM
MINNOW 120
Designed for just below the surface action, this lure offers an exceptional casting distance with its lipless design. During retrieval, it swiftly rises, showcasing an S-shaped meander just below the surface. Holding the rod tip high and maintaining a steady retrieve causes the nose to lift above the water. The lure is enhanced with MAG-DRIVE, featuring a stainless steel shaft that uses magnets to secure the weight. Even in the face of a crosswind, the weight remains in place, ensuring a steady and stable flight path for an effective fishing experience.
Size 120mm
Weight 26.0g
Type Sinking
ZBL SLIDE SWIM MINNOW 85MDS
Crafted for casting just below the water’s surface, this lure excels in offering an impressive distance with its lipless design. During retrieval, it rises with a delightful wavy motion just beneath the surface. A stop/start retrieve introduces a side-to-side darting action. Holding the rod tip high during a steady retrieve causes the nose to pop above the water. Enhanced with MAG-DRIVE, it features a stainless steel shaft and magnets to stabilize the weight. Even in the face of a strong wind, the weight remains secure, guaranteeing a smooth and steady flight through the air for optimal fishing performance.
Weight 18.5g
Type Sinking
ZBL SYSTEM MINNOW 139 F ABILE
The System Minnow, a lure that has undergone significant evolution in its 18th year since introduction. Its targets are limitless, spanning not just mangrove jack and flathead but an array of fish species such as barramundi, threadfin salmon, and bream. Its application is diverse, catering to various fishing environments including surf, rocky shores, river mouths, midstream areas, boat casting, lakes, and more.
Weight: 19.2g
Type: Floating
ZBL SYSTEM MINNOW 15HD-F
Catering to anglers targeting big game in rock or surf fishing and barra, this super-strong lure boasts tough-wired tow and hook points for a robust connection. Its action is optimized with a tight wobble and roll, finely tuned to excel in waves and turbulence around rocks. The sinking model, notable for its impressive darting performance, defies expectations for such a sizable minnow. Specifically, the 15HD-F/15HD-S incorporates a steel weight, ensuring the action remains dynamic without being excessively dampened during retrieval. This lure is designed to meet the demands of challenging fishing conditions, providing anglers with a reliable and effective tool.
Size 150mm
Weight 37.5g
Type Floating
ZBL X TRIGGER SQUID SP
The ZBL X-Trigger is a specialized sinking pencil lure designed specifically for bream fishing. Its casting power is enhanced through the strategic placement of Brass at its center of gravity within the Mag-drive system. This system utilizes front and rear tungsten alloy weights for balance, ensuring a harmonized arrangement of the Magdrive and tungsten weights. As a result, the lure offers a relatively slow horizontal sinking rate for its weight while generating enticing vibrations during the descent.
ZBL ZOEA 49S
The Zip baits Zoea 49S lure has quickly risen to prominence as one of the go-to choices for catching yellowfin whiting and bream in shallow waters. This versatile lure offers dual functionality: it can function as a sinking stick bait when connected to the front tow point, or you can attach it via the tail for a lively surface action. Its compact prawn-like design makes it perfect for enticing fish feeding around weed beds and sand flats, mimicking the natural prey like shrimp and prawns found in those habitats.
Size: 49mm
Weight: 3.0g
Type: Sinking
ZBL ZOEA LIPPLE 45F
The Zipbaits Zoea Lipple 45F boasts exceptional buoyancy, ideal for targeting species that prey on tiny often found near the surface. Its standout features include the “Lip” and “Internal Ribs.” The unique drift lip design ensures effectiveness even with super slow retrieves or in strong currents, diving to shallow depths without water movement.
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