The Gobius is a ready-to-fish shad-type soft lure, designed to offer an accurate reproduction of the goby, a benthic forage fish commonly found in rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. Small but discrete, the goby is an essential prey for many predators, making the Gobius a particularly effective and credible lure to attract these predators.
With a length of 7.6 cm (3 inches), this lure signed by Z-Man combines exceptional anatomical realism, ultra-natural swimming action, and unrivaled durability. It performs equally well in freshwater as in sea water, offering great versatility for different types of fishing.
Every detail of the Gobius has been carefully studied to imitate the behavior and silhouette of the goby. It features a marked gill plate, well-defined pectoral fins, a split dorsal fin, and a rounded paddle tail, perfectly reproducing the morphology and swimming action of a real goby. This level of visual detail is particularly valuable in difficult fishing conditions, where fish are more wary or subject to intense fishing pressure.
Its realistic shape is particularly attractive to species such as the perch, the pike-perch, the bass, and the black bass, which mainly prey on benthic species, often in contact with the bottom, near structures, or in cluttered areas.
The Gobius is made of ElaZtech® 10X Tough, an innovative material that far surpasses the standards of traditional soft lures. This material offers three major advantages :
- Extreme Softness: Thanks to its ultra-soft texture, the Gobius swims fluidly and realistically, even with slow retrieval. It moves with the slightest motion, without artificial stiffness, making it particularly effective even at low speeds.
- Exceptional Durability: ElaZtech® is extremely durable, lasting much longer than conventional rubbers. The Gobius can withstand many captures without deteriorating, making it a cost-effective long-term choice for anglers.
- Natural Buoyancy: The buoyant material allows the lure to adopt a horizontal and floating position when at rest. This perfectly mimics a small vulnerable fish in search of food, triggering reflex attacks, particularly from pike-perch and bass.
The rounded paddle tail generates regular and realistic vibrations, even at very low retrieval speed, allowing slow and meticulous exploration of cluttered areas where the largest specimens often hide. The precise balancing of the lure ensures a stable swim, whether on descent, during linear retrieval, or during prolonged pauses.
The Gobius also stands out with its built-in weedless system integrated into the split dorsal fin, a major advantage when it comes to fishing in tricky areas, such as rocky debris, weed beds, or submerged structures. This system allows the lure to easily navigate between obstacles while significantly reducing the risk of snagging.
Its internal frame "jig-huggin" plays several essential roles: it optimally holds the hook, ensures balanced weight distribution, and guarantees a perfect horizontal swim, particularly suitable for bottom explorations.
The Gobius is available in three weight versions, each adapted to specific fishing conditions:
- 10.5 g: Ideal for shallow areas and active fish, especially perch and black bass in shallow waters.
- 14 g: Versatile version for fishing between 2 and 5 meters deep. An excellent choice for pike-perch and bass on mixed or rocky bottoms.
- 21 g: Designed for deep fishing, strong currents or windy conditions. Ideal for vertical fishing or for quickly prospecting for big pike-perch and bass.
The Gobius is equipped with a 1/0 hook, resistant and very sharp, with a black nickel finish. This exceptional sharpness ensures quick and clean penetration, even when striking from a distance or with thin lines.
Pre-assembled and ready to use, the Gobius saves valuable time at the water's edge. No complex assembly is required: simply connect the leader and cast. This ease of use is an advantage for novice anglers as well as for more experienced ones, who will appreciate its immediate effectiveness.
Recommended fishing techniques:
- Slow linear retrieval
- Sawtooth animation
- Bottom scraping
- Vertical fishing
Technical specifications:
- Length: 3" (≈ 7.6 cm)
- Weight: 10.5 g / 14 g / 21 g
- Hook: 1/0, black nickel finish
- Tail: Rounded paddle, subtle and natural swim
- Material: ElaZtech® 10X Tough - soft, floating, and ultra-durable
- Setup: Pre-rigged with internal "jig-huggin" frame
- Protection: Split dorsal fin weed guard
- Target species: Perch, pike-perch, bass, black bass
Thanks to its unparalleled realism, exceptional durability, and great versatility, the Gobius 3" is an essential lure for predatory anglers. It allows targeting the most promising areas effectively, and even tempts the most wary fish, whether in a lake, river, or sea.
