A versatile finesse paddle tail swimbait that works both swimming and shaking.

1. A Versatile Finesse Paddle Tail Swimbait That Works Both on the Retrieve and the Shake

Ankle Goby is a finesse paddle tail swimbait designed to perform equally well when swimming or shaking.

On a steady retrieve, the body displaces water to draw bass in from a distance. When you pause and shake, only the tail reacts with subtle movement, encouraging bass to commit without sensing unnatural action.

Among Japanese finesse paddle tail swimbaits, there are generally two tendencies.
Some, like OSP’s HP Shadtail, excel at triggering bites with tight, subtle action.
Others, like Megabass Hazedong Shad, focus on stronger presence to pull fish in from farther away.

Each approach has its strengths, but on the water, there are many situations where it’s unclear which action is the right answer.

Ankle Goby is tuned to avoid being too aggressive or too subtle. This balance allows anglers to search fish by swimming the bait, then seamlessly transition into shaking without changing lures—making it an ideal choice when bass behavior is uncertain.

2. The Ankle Tail Moves with Minimal Water Flow to Trigger Bites

The tail of the Ankle Goby features a uniquely narrowed “ankle” shape that responds to even the slightest water movement or rod input.

On a drop shot rig, the tail continues to quiver with minimal action, allowing you to keep the bait in place while maintaining lifelike movement.

Because the tail does not overreact, it avoids creating unnecessary pressure, making it especially effective in highly pressured waters or when bass are reluctant to bite.

3. A Voluminous Body and Ribbed Design That Generates Attraction

While the tail remains slim and sensitive, the body of the Ankle Goby has noticeable volume and pronounced ribs that catch and move water efficiently.
During a retrieve, the entire body works to generate presence and vibration, helping bass locate the bait.

This contrast allows anglers to:

• - Draw fish while retrieving
• - Then rely on the tail’s delicate action to convert interest into bites when paused

This clear separation of roles—body for attraction, tail for commitment—is a defining characteristic of the Ankle Goby.

4. Excellent as a Small Rubber Jig Trailer and Across Multiple Rigs

Ankle Goby is not designed for a single specific rig. It performs consistently across a wide range of finesse applications, including use as a small rubber jig trailer.

[Small Rubber Jig Trailer]
Ankle Goby is a staple trailer for Imakatsu small rubber jigs such as ABE RUBBER. Its body volume ensures it maintains presence even when paired with compact jigs.

Recommended sizes for Imakatsu Aberubber:

- For 0.9–1.3g: 2”
- For 1.3–1.8g: 2” or 3”
- For 1.8–3.5g: 3”

NEW ABE RUBBER Double Guard 3.5g (1/8oz) [Brand New]

$10.99

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[Jig-head-Rig]
The bait maintains a stable posture during swimming retrieves, making it easy to control depth and range. It performs well from slow to medium retrieve speeds.

PLUS MAGIC VJ-74 BALL JIGHEAD [Brand New]

$5.99

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[Drop-shot-rig]
The tail reacts even to subtle shaking, keeping presentation simple and effective. It works equally well for precise, stationary presentations or controlled horizontal movement.

FOG SHOT TC [Brand New]

$4.99

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