Jackall Prepares to Launch New Hard and Softbaits at ICAST 2015

Date: |
7/9/15 |
Tackle Type: |
Lures |
Manufacturer: |
Jackall |
Reviewer: |
Zander |
Introduction: Jackall is known for both the quality and detail in
design of both their hard and softbaits, and this ICAST the brand is going for a
one-two punch with introductions in both categories. While these new lures will
be officially introduced next week at ICAST in Orlando we take a hands on look
at the new Jackall Jaco crankbaits and ChunkCraw creature bait now.

Meet Jackall's newest hardbait the Jaco 58MR
Jaco 58MR: Jackall already has a large assortment of crankbaits in their
arsenal, just think about some of their most popular baits including the ASKA,
Bling or Cherry... what possibly could they add to this lineup? The new Jaco
58MR is designed to be a finesse crankbait that is effective in cooler water
when the reaction bite can be tough.

The Jaco features impressive details including an
internal weight transfer system and high quality finishes

All of the scale patterns are actually on the
inside of the bait
Utilizing a moving weight system the Jaco is designed to cast long
distances very accurately. It will dive down to 6 feet making it a good choice
for running over submerged timber and grass. The Jaco features an internal scale
pattern finish for increased reflection underwater, drawing attention to itself
with every wobble.

The lures feature a rather slim profile and a mid
sized lip that helps it get down 6 feet quickly
The Jaco 58MR cranks will be available in eight colors including IS lime
chartreuse, ghost wakasagi, TO craw, TO muddy shad, TO ghost shad, IS bluegill,
IS ghost scale and SK silver shiner. The Jaco crankbaits will retail for $14.99
each.

At rest the Jaco 58MR floats
ChunkCraw: Jackall already has a crawfish style bait with the CoverCraw
which is a combination between a tube and creature bait. The Chunkcraw goes in a
different direction and features a much sleeker profile.

Jackall's new creature bait is the ChunkCraw

With plenty of appendages that catch the water
the ChunkCraw also features a realistic looking underbelly
The ChunkCraw is all about versatility and is offered in two sizes, a 3.5” and
4” version, and eight different colors. This new bait is designed to be fished
by itself Texas rigged or as a jig trailer, flipped or even as a punchbait.

The lure sinks very evenly and can be used as a
finesse bait, trailer or even a punch lure
The ChunkCraw will be available in eight colors include green pumpkin
pepper, watermelon pepper, black blue, SI orange, green pumpkin chartreuse,
Southern Delight, SG Craw, and B.A.S.S. Elite Pro Jared Lintner even has a
special signature purple and orange pattern called the “JL craw.” The ChunkCraw
will be available in packs of 5 for a retail price of $4.99 each.

B.A.S.S. Pro Angler Jared Lintner has his own
special pattern
One more…a bite sized Pompadour: The current Pompadour is a quirky bait
that is a new take on a classic topwater lure that utilizes metal appendages to
create an absolute ruckus on the surface. The bait is actually surprisingly fun
to fish but there are times when the 76.2 mm bait (3 inches) is just too big and
intimidating. For those days when a smaller bait is the ticket Jackall is
introducing a smaller version called the Pompadour Jr. The Pompadour Jr. is
noticeably smaller at 66mm (2.59 inches) in length but is designed to create the
same type of aggressive swimming action that either draws fish up to bite or
annoys them into crushing this topwater “noisy bait.”

Like the Pompadour topwater bait but want
something a little smaller? Jackall answers the call with the new 66mm Pompadour
Jr.
Now that Shimano and Jackall have teamed up the company seems to be accelerating
the introduction of new baits designed to address domestic angling styles and
applications and this ICAST whether you are looking to fish up on top, in the
shallow water, or make contact all the way on the bottom, Jackall has you
covered.
