DUO Tide Minnow Specter 135SSR Floating Lure - 13.5 cm

Product benefits

The DUO Tide Minnow Specter 135SSR is a saltwater fishing lure specifically developed to exploit the very top layer of water, just beneath the surface film. Classified in the Super Shallow Runner category, this minnow swims at a shallow depth, making it particularly effective over shallow areas where sea bass come to hunt.

This model is designed to "comb" the water layer located between the surface and approximately 20 cm deep. It allows you to quickly cover large areas while remaining in the activity zone of feeding fish. Whether you fish from the beach, rocky points or from a boat, the Tide Minnow Specter 135SSR offers a very natural presentation that triggers many strikes.

One of its major strengths is ease of use. A simple steady retrieve with a few pauses is enough to activate its extremely attractive action. The lure comes to life quickly, with a lively, vibrating action that captures the attention of predators even when they are wary or sluggish. This accessibility makes it a relevant choice both for novice anglers and experienced anglers looking for a fast prospecting lure.

Technical specifications

• Type : minnow-type hardbait, special shallow areas


• Action : Super Shallow Runner, swims just below the surface


• Swimming depth : approximately 0 to 20 cm below the surface film


• Main use : fast prospecting in saltwater, from shore and boat


• Target species : sea bass and other marine predators hunting in shallow water


• Recommended areas : beaches, rocky points, flats mixing rocks and sandbanks


• Retrieve : steady retrieve with pauses to trigger strikes


• Design : stability engineered to maintain an attractive action even at higher speeds

Advantages and key features

Designed for shore sea bass fishing, the DUO Tide Minnow Specter 135SSR stands out first for its ability to stay very close to the surface without rising up, even during fast retrieves. This allows efficient coverage of shallow areas often rich in food and therefore heavily frequented by predators.

Its minnow profile and tight action perfectly imitate a fleeing baitfish. Thanks to an optimized weight distribution, this surface/sub-surface lure maintains a stable trajectory in chop and coastal currents while producing regular vibrations. This combination of balance, realism and strong vibratory signals maximizes the chances of provoking reflex strikes.

Another major benefit is simplicity of use: no need to master complex manipulations — a steady retrieve with short pauses is enough to fully exploit this Super Shallow Runner minnow. The pauses mimic an injured or surprised fish, often the trigger that convinces a following sea bass to strike.

Finally, this model allows you to quickly cover large surfaces. In a few casts you can effectively prospect a beach, a rocky flat or a mixed sand/rock area. It therefore imposes itself as an excellent search tool to locate active fish before refining your approach.

Usage tips

To get the most out of the Tide Minnow Specter 135SSR, start using it in all shallow areas where the bottom alternates between rocks and sandbanks. These are classic holding areas for sea bass, which take advantage of swell to hunt in very shallow water.

Adopt a steady retrieve at medium to fast speed so the lure remains just under the surface. Don’t hesitate to insert brief pauses during the retrieve: the lure stops then suddenly resumes, simulating a disoriented baitfish and often triggering an immediate attack from a following predator.

Slightly vary retrieve speed to find the rhythm that produces the most strikes according to conditions (wind, current, fish activity). From shore, cast in a fan pattern to systematically cover the feeding area. From a boat, drift over shallow flats and cast along breaks or above exposed rock heads.

To optimize stealth and effectiveness with this sea bass fishing lure, use a leader suited for saltwater and match your rod/reel setup to the manufacturer’s recommended casting range to achieve a smooth, comfortable action throughout the session.

Testimonials

“Since I started using the DUO Tide Minnow Specter 135SSR, I can fish very close to the surface without snagging on rocks, while provoking spectacular sea bass strikes along beaches and rocky points.”

FAQ

Question 1 : Is this lure reserved for sea bass or can it target other species?

Answer: The Tide Minnow Specter 135SSR was designed for sea bass fishing in saltwater, but its just-under-surface action and minnow profile also make it an excellent choice for other marine predators active in shallow water, provided you adapt leader size and tackle strength.

Specifications

Density	Floating
Hooks	Treble
Size (mm)	135
Sound	Yes
Weight (gr)	28