Mid-Strolling is technique favored by professional anglers in Japan and are considered some of the most subtle moving baits. Recently, due to the success of 2023 BASS ELITE at Lake Champlain Champion Kyoya Fujita, this technique has gained attention in the U.S. as well. At first glance, it may seem like you're just shaking the rod to retrieve the jig-head-rigged soft-plastic, but the technique actually requires "keeping the bait at a consistent depth while rolling it," which is incredibly challenging. Because they are subtle baits with less drawing power than hard baits like crankbaits, it's crucial for anglers to swim the lure through the targeted fish's range, maintaining a consistent depth during retrieval.

Given the delicate nature of Mid-Strolling, rigging is crucial. If you don't set the hook and weight properly, you won't achieve a smooth/consistent rolling action. Drift Fry 5.2” has 'Guide Hole' for setting jighead hooks in the best position.

As of 2024, there are three sizes available for Drift Fry. When you feel that the 3.0” and 4.0” sizes lack the ability to draw fish from afar, and when you think about using jig-heads heavier than 1/8oz(3.5g), the Drift Fry Mellow 5.2” emerges as the go-to option for what's known as the 'Power-Mid-Strolling’ technique.　

The tail, same as the 4.0” model, can be trimmed to produce a more subdued action. When you want to attract more fish, use it straight out of the package. When bass are not biting, either cut the tail or downsize to 4.0” or 3.0” to potentially improve your catch."

You can change the target depth for Drift Fry’s Mid-Strolling by adjusting the weight of the jighead. If you want to target shallow waters, use lighter weights. While weights under 1/8oz (3.5g) are recommended for the 3.0” and 4.0” models, the 5.2” is specifically designed for use in Power-Mid-Strolling, making it comfortable to use with weights over 1/8oz (3.5g).

　Recommended size are #1, #1/0, #2/0, #3/0, and #4/0. If you want to move it more naturally, use a smaller size; if you want to increase the hooking ratio, use a larger size.

The Drift Fry Mellow 5.2” can also be used as a jerkbait by cutting the lip. In such cases, installing a 3/64oz (1.3g) nail weight in the belly results in a very enticing fall in the water.