Daiwa expands lure offerings with exciting new Team Daiwa models and colors
 

Introduction: Daiwa continues to expand their considerable lineup of quality fishing tackle by releasing new models of their popular Team Daiwa series of fishing lures. We preview four of the newest families and updates to the Team Daiwa family of lures hitting store shelves now.

Impressions: There are a lot of hard-bait manufacturers out there, and when Daiwa originally introduced their Team Daiwa series of lures many wondered just how much a rod and reel manufacturer knew about lure design and manufacturing...well it turns out they knew plenty. The Team Daiwa lures are among the most diverse, detailed, durable set of baits to hit the industry. When you first look at the fine painted and brilliant coated Team Daiwa lures it is hard not to marvel at the very intricate detail that goes into each lure. These lures take an average of 8 weeks to manufacture thanks to the long process of careful construction, painting, coating, and quality validation. When they hit the store shelves anglers can rest assured that these premium lures are built to withstand some very adverse conditions and still look brand new after scores of hookups.

Lineup: While there are over fifteen different sets of lures available we chose to highlight our favorite four that can really be effective for big bass as the water continues to warm up this season. The TD lures all use extremely sharp "Team Daiwa Treble Hooks" that are honed to razor sharpness with a chemical milling process. These treble hooks vary depending on the chosen lure and come in protective plated, fine-wire freshwater, or heavy-gauge saltwater.

TD Minnow (MSRP $18.95): The TD Minnows are the most popular lure in the TD lineup and new to the season are the ultra flashy laser finishes. These baits are among the best casting minnow baits on the market due to Daiwa's "Long Cast System," which makes these highly productive baits cast longer and more accurately then traditional lures. The "Long Cast System' utilizes a sliding weight transfer system that automatically shifts the lure's main balance point for maximum casting distance. These suspending divers can cover a lot of water by running at depths of up to six feet plus and a great choice for running alongside steep drop offs and points.

TD Spawn (MSRP 18.95): When fish are at their most aggressive the TD Spawn is an ideal suspending minnow that features a long and sleek body that is still able to be cast against the wind great distances with a higher density sliding weight. Once in the water the weight also helps cause an extremely erratic fish aggravating action, designed to trigger strikes from the biggest of fish. The TD Spawn is ideal for big game fishing and can be used effectively as rip baits for striped bass.

TD Vibration (MSR$15.95): The TD Vibration is designed to inspire fish on the reaction bite to strike. This lure is especially deadly when working the sinking phase of the retrieve and does a good job imitating a pursued baitfish. Once the bass sees the fish it can hone in on the target thanks to a unique low frequency vibration pattern that doesn't necessarily come off as strident to anglers, but is actually a very auditory note for fish.