Product Highlights
The BKK BB Trigger-21 UVO stinger rig is designed to efficiently equip large soft lures, delivering excellent lure-body hold and a rig setup built for aggressive strikes. Developed in collaboration with Black Bay Lodge and validated through field tests targeting pike, it meets the needs of anglers looking for a ready-to-use, rigid, durable setup with consistent swimming action.
Its design is based on a firm structure that follows the lure’s profile while minimizing unwanted twisting. The goal is straightforward: maintain a clean presentation, keep the hooks in the right position, and secure the entire setup during casts, retrieves, and fights.
Technical Features
- Designed for large soft lures requiring additional hooking (stinger)
- Fastening spring at the front to anchor the rig to the lure head
- Rigid structure made from hardened stainless steel for strength and longevity
- Retaining pins coated with a plastic material to stabilize the rig on the lure body
- BKK Spear-21 treble hooks with UVO coating for enhanced visibility in low light and reliable penetration
- Stainless swivels to absorb torsion stress and preserve rotation
- Compatible with an additional BB lead system for adjusting sink rate and swimming depth
- Especially suited to a stop-and-go retrieve
Product Advantages and Key Benefits
The first benefit of this stinger rig for large soft lures is stability. A rig that moves, slips, or deforms will eventually disrupt the swim action and reduce the chances of a solid hook-up. Here, the fastening spring provides a secure anchor point on the lure, while the coated pins help keep the rig in place without unnecessarily damaging the lure material.
The second major advantage is mechanical reliability. The hardened stainless steel components and stainless swivels are built to withstand repeated stress: powerful casts, jerky retrieves, pressure from hooksets, and head shakes. This torsion control also helps keep the hooks properly oriented, improving consistency in converted strikes.
Finally, the rigging plays a central role. The BKK Spear-21 treble hooks are designed for crisp penetration, which is essential in pike fishing where strikes can come from the side or from behind. The UVO coating adds extra visual signaling when light levels drop (stained water, depth, dusk), without changing the way you fish.
Usage Tips
First, screw the fastening spring into the head of the soft lure, making sure to stay aligned. Then position the structure along the lure profile so the setup remains discreet and straight. Push the coated pins into the lure body to lock the rig in place, then position the hooks so they do not interfere with the lure’s swimming action.
To maximize efficiency, use retrieves that alternate short accelerations and pauses: the stop-and-go retrieve highlights the drop phase and often triggers opportunistic strikes. If you use a compatible lead system, adjust the sink rate to stabilize the swim and control the prospecting depth while maintaining a natural presentation.
After the session, a freshwater rinse and simple drying are usually enough to preserve component life, especially if you fish in harsh conditions (dirty water, temperature changes).
FAQ
Question 1: What is a stinger rig used for on a soft lure?
Answer: It adds a rear hook (and/or additional hooking point) to better catch short strikes and increase hook-up rates on fish that attack without fully engulfing the lure.
Question 2: Is this model suitable for pike fishing?
Answer: Yes, it was designed and tested for this type of use with large soft lures, where strength and hook penetration are essential.
Question 3: Does the UVO coating change how you fish?
Answer: No, it mainly aims to improve rig visibility in certain conditions (low light, dark water) without requiring any special technique.
