Product Highlights
The BKK Striker+ is an assist hook rig designed for anglers who want to secure more fish when predators are only making short strikes on hardbaits and blades. In these situations, the attack does not always fully engulf the lure: an extra hook point, positioned correctly, can make the difference between a missed strike and a landed fish.
Ready to use, the Striker+ comes pre-tied for fast, consistent setup without guesswork at the water’s edge. It is supplied with a solid ring and a split ring to make rigging easier on many attachment systems and to optimize the rig’s freedom of movement. BKK hooks with a Combat Point (sticky sharp) are selected for their ability to penetrate quickly, even when the strike is light or the hook-set angle is less than ideal.
To enhance attraction, silicone strands are integrated into the assist: they add visual pulse and natural micro-movement in the water, which can trigger hesitant or following fish and help extend the strike window when the lure slows down, vibrates, or changes cadence.
Technical Specifications
- Product type: pre-rigged assist hook setup for lure fishing.
- Design: specifically developed for short strikes on hardbaits and vibrating blades (blades).
- Hook: BKK hook with Combat Point for effective penetration.
- Rigging: pre-tied, ready to fish, for quick installation.
- Attachments: supplied with a solid ring and split ring to simplify connection and mobility.
- Attractor: silicone strands on the assist for an enticing movement.
- Use: suitable for a variety of predatory species, in both freshwater and saltwater depending on your lures and setups.
Advantages and Key Benefits
The main advantage of the Striker+ is that it helps convert more strikes into hook-ups when fish hit the lure without fully taking it. By adding a reliable hooking point, the rig helps secure fish during fast retrieves, strong vibrations, or opportunistic attacks.
The inclusion of a split ring and a solid ring adds real versatility: you can set up the rig to maintain excellent assist mobility while reducing stress on the connection. This freedom also helps reduce thrown hooks, because the hook can follow the fish’s movements without placing unnecessary force on the attachment.
The ultra-sharp point is a decisive advantage for “lip bites”: it promotes fast penetration, which is especially useful when line tension is uneven (waves, current, drifting presentations) or when the strike happens on the fall. Finally, the silicone strands add a visual and vibrational signature, useful when predators respond to subtle signals rather than a large profile.
How to Use
Mount the Striker+ on your lure using the ring that best matches your connection system. On a hardbait or a blade, make sure the assist hangs freely without interfering with the lure’s action: the goal is for it to follow the swim naturally and stay ready during the strike. Check the point regularly (contact with rocks, sand, structures) and replace the rig if you notice dullness or deformation.
To maximize effectiveness on short strikes, vary your retrieve cadence (speed-ups, pauses, restarts): fish often strike when the rhythm breaks. The silicone strands work especially well during these transitions, extending the illusion of life as the lure slows down.
Testimonials
“Since I added a Striker+ assist to my hardbaits and blades, I miss far fewer strikes when fish only tap the lure. The rig is quick to install and the point does the job.”FAQ
Question 1: What is an assist hook used for on a hard lure?
Answer: It adds an extra hooking point and can improve the landing ratio when fish strike without fully engulfing the lure.
Question 2: Is the Striker+ difficult to install?
Answer: No, it is pre-tied and supplied with a solid ring and a split ring to simplify attachment on many rigs.
Question 3: Do the silicone strands really matter?
Answer: Yes, they add movement and a subtle visual cue, useful for triggering or finishing the attack, especially during pauses and cadence changes.
Question 4: Which lures is the Striker+ best suited for?
Answer: It is designed for hardbaits and blades, especially when you are seeing short strikes or fish that only nip at the lure.
