Swimbaits & Paddle Tails

Realistic soft plastics with lifelike swimming action. The paddle tail creates a thumping vibration that bass feel and attack. Natural swimming motion mimics baitfish and triggers strikes on steady retrieves, slow rolls, and everything in between. Versatile, effective, and always productive.

Why Swimbaits Work

The paddle tail creates realistic swimming action that mimics fleeing baitfish. Bass react to the vibration and movement. The soft plastic body looks natural in the water. The versatility means swimbaits work on multiple rigs and retrieves. From shallow to deep, fast to slow — swimbaits catch fish.

How to Fish Swimbaits

Weighted Swimbait Hook: Steady retrieve at various depths. The weighted hook keeps the bait swimming upright. Vary speed to trigger strikes.

Jig Head: Cast and retrieve with a swimming motion. Let it fall on slack line around cover. The jig head adds weight for distance and depth.

Umbrella Rig: Multiple swimbaits create a school of baitfish. Deadly for suspended fish and open water.

Texas Rig: Weedless presentation for fishing around cover. Slow roll along the bottom or swim through grass.

A-Rig Trailer: Add swimbaits to Alabama rigs for realistic baitfish schools.

When to Fish Swimbaits

Anytime bass are feeding on baitfish. Spring and fall when shad are active. Deep water for suspended fish. Grass lines and open water. Swimbaits work year-round in multiple conditions — one of the most versatile soft plastics in the box.

Best For

• Realistic swimming action that mimics baitfish
• Paddle tail creates thumping vibration
• Versatile for multiple rigs and retrieves
• Year-round effectiveness in various conditions
• Shallow to deep, fast to slow presentations

The D&F Way

We keep things simple, honest, and respectful of the water. If it's in our store, it's something we'd fish ourselves.

Nothing extra, nothing wasted. Just solid gear for good days on the lake.