Compact Crankbait Under 60mm Achieves 4m(13.1ft) Diving Depth with Long Casting Distance

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1. The Awaited Next Chapter in the Renowned I x I SHAD Series

Amidst the popular I x I SHAD TYPE-R and TYPE-3 lures, a brainchild of Mr. Ito from MEGABASS and Mr. Imae from IMAKATSU, lay the hidden gem of the series: the never-released TYPE-2. Originally designed to fill the gap between R and 3, simply adding another product to the line didn't satisfy the creators' ambition. Striving for innovation and uniqueness, they developed the I x I SHAD TX, a compact crankbait capable of reaching depths of 4 meters(13.1ft), a testament to their relentless pursuit of excellence.

2. With its small body, it boasts exceptional long-distance casting ability, reaching depths of up to 4 meters

Have you ever seen a compact crankbait, small enough to fit on your fingertip at just 57mm in length, capable of long-distance casting over a range of 3 meters(9.8ft) or more?

Typically, deep lures require a certain reeling distance to reach their target range. However, attaching a long bill to a small-bodied lure often results in it being too light to achieve significant casting distance. Thus, it was common sense for other long-bill minnows and small crankbaits to have a body length of over 60mm to ensure sufficient casting distance. Breaking this norm is the Micro LBO, a unique weight system from MEGABASS. Despite its small size, this system allows the incorporation of a long bill while still maintaining the ability for long casting. This innovation has opened up new possibilities for using small crankbaits in deep ranges like never before.

3. For bass in tough deep areas, it's time for the compact crankbait I x I SHAD TX to shine

[IxI SHAD series]	Diving depth
TYPE-R	1m(3.3 feet)
TYPE-3	2.3m(7.6 feet)
TX	4m(13 feet)

When targeting bass lurking deep in tough fields, the I x I SHAD TX truly comes into its own. Normally, in such depths, fat crankbaits and long bill jerkbaits are the go-to choices, but under tough conditions, a crankbait can be too aggressive, and a long bill jerkbaits too large. The compact size of the I x I SHAD TX, which encourages bass to bite, becomes crucial. Utilizing the series' feature of being less prone to snagging, you can work it along the bottom in deep ranges to trigger reactions from bass during the cold-water period of winter or when they are wary.

Although it is capable of reaching depths of 4 meters (13ft), it performs most consistently when tracing around the slightly shallower 3 meters (10ft) range. As Mr. Ito explains, one of its charms is that it maintains its action without falling apart　even when reeled in slowly, and its body continues to move with even the slightest water currents. This makes it ideal not only for bass that lack the energy to chase but also for quietly approaching and enticing bass hiding in summer weeds, as it can be slowly worked over the weed beds and brought to the surface.