BACKWATER TACKLE NOTES The Lew’s MACH 2 Combo is one of our favorite all-around setups for anglers wanting a lightweight, sensitive, and dependable baitcasting combo that can handle real-world fishing conditions across Kentucky lakes, rivers, and ponds. Whether you’re throwing chatterbaits, Texas rigs, spinnerbaits, or topwater, the MACH 2 delivers the balance of power and comfort serious anglers expect. BEST USES Chatterbaits and spinnerbaits Texas rigs and jigs Topwater fishing River and lake bass fishing All-purpose casting applications PAIRS WELL WITH 15–17lb fluorocarbon 30–50lb braided line Chatterbaits and vibrating jigs Soft plastic trailers Squarebill crankbaits WHY ANGLERS LIKE IT Lightweight and comfortable for all-day fishing Smooth casting and strong cranking power Externally adjustable braking system Sensitive IM8 rod blank Excellent balance of performance and value DESCRIPTION MACH® 2 Combos are designed to be fished by the best. The MACH 2 Baitcast Reel features a premium one-piece graphite frame for an exceptional fit that prioritizes angler comfort and control. Anglers stay in control of every cast regardless of wind or changing conditions with the externally adjustable MCS Magnetic Control System, positioned for quick on-the-water adjustments. A premium 10-bearing system paired with precision-cut Hamai gears delivers smooth, strong cranking power and the long-lasting performance MACH fans expect from Lew’s gear. The MACH 2 Rod is light and sensitive enough to detect subtle bites while still providing the backbone needed for heavier applications. Finished in Lew’s signature glow green and grey color pattern, the combo also features Winn® Dri-Tac Ultra split grips and reel handle knobs for maximum comfort and control. Upgraded SLP (Super Low Profile) graphite platform One-piece graphite frame with graphite sideplates Externally adjustable Magnetic Control System (MCS) Precision Hamai cut gears in a premium 10 bearing system Double anodized aluminum 32mm spool Bowed anodized 95mm reel handle with Winn® Dri-Tac handle knobs Speed Lube® for smooth performance Rulon drag system Zirconia reel line guide Premium IM8 rod blanks Stainless steel guides with aluminum oxide inserts Winn Dri-Tac Ultra rod handle grips SoftTouch graphite skeletal reel seat Pro style hook keeper

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Z-Man Chatterbait Jack Hammer Baby Jack Product Description The Z-Man® Chatterbait® Jack Hammer™ Baby Jack™ delivers the legendary vibration and fish-catching performance of the original Jack Hammer in a compact finesse profile built for pressured fish and tough conditions. Co-developed by pro anglers Brett Hite and Morizo Shimizu, the Baby Jack features a precision-engineered compact head and smaller ChatterBlade® that engages instantly for hard-thumping action and lifelike movement. Designed for clear water, finesse presentations, and finicky bass, the Baby Jack combines premium components with tournament-level performance. A wire-tied silicone skirt provides long-lasting durability and natural action, while the razor-sharp 3/0 Decoy hook delivers solid hooksets. The Decoy Egg Snap line tie improves blade movement and vibration transfer, and the double-wire bait keeper securely holds soft plastic trailers in place cast after cast. Whether you're targeting shallow cover, pressured largemouth, or active smallmouth, the Jack Hammer Baby Jack gives anglers a compact bladed jig profile that consistently triggers reaction strikes when larger chatterbaits stop producing. Features Downsized version of the legendary Jack Hammer bladed jig Compact finesse profile for pressured fish and tough conditions Compact ChatterBlade® starts vibrating instantly Precision compact head with enlarged collar for improved balance and action Wire-tied silicone skirt for durability and lifelike movement Razor-sharp 3/0 medium-wire Decoy hook Decoy Egg Snap line tie for enhanced action and vibration Double-wire bait keeper securely holds trailers Excellent for clear water and finesse chatterbait presentations Best Uses Bass fishing Finesse chatterbait presentations Clear water fishing Shallow grass and cover Pressured fisheries Smallmouth bass fishing Skipping docks and tight cover Compact trailer presentations Why Anglers Like It Anglers love the Z-Man Chatterbait Jack Hammer Baby Jack because it delivers the same premium vibration, quality components, and fish-triggering action as the original Jack Hammer in a smaller finesse package. Its compact profile excels when bass become pressured or wary of larger baits, while the instant-start blade action and premium hook setup help anglers generate more bites and better hookups in challenging conditions.

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DESCRIPTION A valuable combination of refined energy, unpredictable action and visual stealth, the new Z-Man JackHammer StealthBlade adds an exciting new chapter to the book of the bladed jig.  The driving force behind the patented new ChatterBait design, a clear polycarbonate blade produces a totally different sound and vibration, but like its predecessor, starts thumping intensely with the first half-turn of the reel handle. The blade’s specialized oval split-ring line tie increases stealth, and offers less surface area and no protrusions to catch vegetation or other snags.  Armed with a lighter wire, custom Decoy® fluorine nanocoated hook, the StealthBlade can be cast on slightly lighter line and penetrates the jaws of bass with less hook-setting effort. To preserve the StealthBlade’s high-level, ultra-durable JackHammer heritage and performance, silicone skirts are hand-tied with stainless steel wire. Dual wire trailer keepers pin soft plastic trailers in place for the long haul.  The StealthBlade’s low center of gravity, fish-shaped head tracks true and skips easily. When the situation suggests a bladed jig, but instinct advises finesse, the ChatterBait JackHammer StealthBlade becomes the smartest play of the day.

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BACKWATER TACKLE NOTES The Backwater Shad Series was built for the rivers, creeks, ponds, and lakes we fish every day across Kentucky, Tennessee, and the Ohio River region. These jig heads are designed to match natural baitfish profiles while still providing enough flash and visibility to trigger aggressive strikes in changing water conditions. BEST USES Small swimbaits River current seams Creek mouths and drains Suspended bass and crappie Cold-water finesse presentations LOCAL CONFIDENCE COLORS Toxic Shad Ghost Shad Natural Shad Chartreuse patterns for stained water WHY ANGLERS LIKE IT Balanced head design for a natural fall Sharp hook penetration Excellent baitfish profile Performs in both clear and stained water Built for real fishing conditions DESCRIPTION Built for real-world fishing conditions, the Backwater Shad Series jig heads are designed to match baitfish profiles while giving you the visibility and trigger points needed to get more bites. Each jig features a clean, balanced head design for a natural fall, paired with a sharp hook that sticks fish when it matters. Whether you’re fishing the Ohio River, creeks, or farm ponds, these jigs are tuned for both clear and stained water conditions. From subtle, natural tones to high-visibility patterns like Toxic Shad and Ghost Shad, this lineup gives you the confidence to adjust to changing water clarity and fish behavior.

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