Jig RAID JAPAN Head Slide - 11 g

Head Slide: The Ultimate Swim Jig for Predator Fishing

Discover the Head Slide, a revolutionary and highly effective swim jig, designed to efficiently pursue all types of predator fish. With its meticulously designed head, it offers optimal glide and significantly reduces snags, allowing you to confidently explore the most cluttered spots. Whether you practice slow fishing in cold water or a fast, dynamic retrieve during active periods, this versatile jig ensures regular catches.

Technical Features of the Head Slide

• Finely sculpted head with a 30-degree inclined tie eye, optimizing swimming and obstacle navigation.


• Robust, streamlined, and tapered hook for better penetration on strikes and increased resilience against vigorous predator fights.


• Efficient weed guard system, designed to effectively minimize snagging risks in cluttered environments (submerged branches, dense weeds).


• Excellent stability regardless of retrieve speed and trailer size used, ensuring optimal fishing action.


• Perfect balance facilitating realistic underwater presentation, ideal for both beginners and seasoned anglers.


• Versatile design, crafted for quick exploration of large areas and precise, slow work in cluttered zones.

Advantages and Strengths of the Swim Jig Head Slide

The Swim Jig Head Slide stands out for its incredible versatility and its ability to trigger strikes even under challenging conditions. Its innovative design gives it exceptional glide and fluidity, making it perfect for effectively exploring cluttered areas where the biggest specimens reside. Thanks to its exceptional balance, it easily accommodates bulky trailers without losing its attractive properties. Its realistic and natural action irresistibly attracts wary predators, making the Head Slide a must-have in your lure box.

Usage Tips and Recommended Setups for the Head Slide

To fully exploit the qualities of the swim jig Head Slide, it is recommended to use soft trailers with generous vibrations (high-rolling shads, soft creatures, craws...) that enhance its swimming and increase its attractiveness. When setting up, carefully position your trailer to achieve a perfectly balanced ensemble. Adopt a linear retrieve with slight accelerations or short pauses to faithfully mimic a natural prey. The use of intermediate class fluorocarbon (14 to 20 lb) is advised to obtain good sensitivity while benefiting from the necessary discretion for wary predators.

Expert Angler Testimonial on the Swim Jig Head Slide

"Having used the Head Slide since its launch, I am particularly impressed by its ability to probe right through obstacles without snagging. Its remarkable balance allows for a multitude of techniques, from slow rolling to intensive power fishing, with consistent success. Fish, even educated ones, regularly fall for its natural, fluid, and realistic action. An indispensable tool in my arsenal!" — Nicolas, professional fishing guide for 15 years.

FAQ and Additional Information on the Swim Jig Head Slide

What exactly is a swim jig, and why choose it?

The swim jig, like the Head Slide, is a hybrid lure combining the advantages of a jig and the swimming capabilities of soft lures. Its specific head endows it with realistic swimming and allows it to deftly navigate through obstacles. It is a versatile lure that allows for rapid and precise exploration of different cluttered spots while maintaining a strong appeal to a wide variety of predators.

What is the recommended retrieve for the Head Slide?

The optimal retrieve depends on the current conditions, but the Head Slide excels at all speeds. To fish effectively, start with a regular linear motion interspersed with brief pauses and slight accelerations. In clear water, prefer a moderate pace to mimic vulnerable prey, while in stained water or during active periods, a fast retrieve can trigger a strike reflex.

Is the Swim Jig suitable for beginner anglers?

Absolutely! Thanks to its ease of use, remarkable balance, and low snag rate, the Head Slide is an ideal choice for successfully starting jig fishing. Its versatility allows for rapid progression in mastering specific animations and techniques, offering beginners quick and motivating results.

Opting for the Head Slide jig means choosing a reliable, efficient, and innovative lure that will quickly become indispensable during all your predator fishing outings. Take advantage of its many qualities to finally uncover the most challenging fish **