CWC Buster Jerk II Floating Lure - 12 cm

Product Highlights

The Buster Jerk II from CWC is a pike jerkbait that has become a benchmark among demanding predator anglers. Designed to deliver a lively and unpredictable action, it triggers reflex strikes from educated fish as well as more aggressive individuals. Its compact profile and realistic silhouette create strong vibrations and bright flashes that are visible from a distance, even in stained water. Thanks to its carefully tuned weighting, this hard predator lure remains easy to control and animate, whether you're a jerkbait specialist or an occasional angler. It does not require an ultra-specific rod: a lure rod with power suited to jerkbaits is enough to fully enjoy its performance, making it an ideal choice to discover or refine the technique. Its versatility allows it to be used in calm water as well as when drifting or in the wind, while maintaining excellent stability and a consistent action.

Another major advantage is the ability to adjust the lure's density by adding small adhesive weights under the belly. This fine-tuning allows you to modify sink rate or the ability to stay longer in the predators' holding zone—an important advantage when fish follow without striking. The CWC Buster Jerk II jerkbait thus meets the expectations of anglers who want a high-performance lure straight out of the box, but also one that is versatile enough to adapt to their spots and local conditions.

Technical Specifications

• Hard jerkbait designed for freshwater predators, particularly pike.
• Compact profile and optimized internal weighting for a nervous, jerky action when jerked.
• Action engineered to work in the mid-water column, ideal for probing many holding spots.
• Ability to adjust density and sink behavior by adding adhesive weight pads under the belly.
• Robust construction designed to withstand repeated attacks from large predators.
• Equipped with strong treble hooks and quality split rings for reliable fish retention.
• Suitable for a wide range of modern lure rods, without the need for ultra-specific equipment.
• Suitable for fishing in lakes, ponds, reservoirs, slow rivers and canals.

Benefits and Key Strengths

The main advantage of the Buster Jerk II is its ability to combine effectiveness with simplicity of use. Its action is easily triggered with simple rod jerks, producing a pronounced side-to-side movement punctuated by irregular rolling that mimics an injured fish on the run. This animation can be obtained with short, sharp jerks as well as with longer, wider pulls, allowing you to vary the signals sent to predators. During a stop-and-go retrieve, the pike jerkbait keeps an attractive path and stays well lined, which reduces drop-offs and improves hookup rates.

Its versatility is also a major asset for adapting to seasonal changes and shifting fish behaviour. In cold conditions, slower animations and longer pauses allow the lure to hover near weedbeds or cover, while in warmer periods, quick, aggressive jerks provoke explosive strikes. The ability to adjust its density with adhesive weights further increases this potential: you can choose to make it sink a little faster or, on the contrary, keep it longer in the same water layer. This flexibility makes the CWC Buster Jerk II a true Swiss army knife for targeting large pike and other predators.

How to Use

To get the best from this predator jerkbait, it is recommended to use it with a lure rod of power suited to jerkbaits, featuring a relatively fast action to transmit rod jerks effectively. A sturdy reel and quality braid, paired with a leader resistant to pike teeth, complete the setup. While fishing, vary retrieve speeds and animation types: series of short jerks, longer pulls, marked pauses, or a steady retrieve punctuated by a few twitches. This variation helps quickly identify the cadence that triggers the most strikes.

In shallow areas with weedbeds or snags, work the Buster Jerk II just above obstacles, keeping visual contact with the line to spot subtle takes. In deeper water, let it sink slightly before starting the action, especially if you have added a bit of weight under the belly to adapt its position in the water column. Don't hesitate to hold long pauses when you see a fish following without striking: this sudden change of rhythm is often the trigger for the final inhale.

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FAQ

Question 1: Is this lure suitable for anglers new to pike fishing?

Answer: Yes, the Buster Jerk II is well suited for beginners as well as experienced anglers. Its action triggers easily, it doesn't require overly specific gear and supports different animations, allowing quick progress in jerkbait technique while maintaining excellent effectiveness on pike and other predators.