Megabass HOMURA 86 Sinking Pencil - 8.6 cm

Product highlights

The Megabass Homura 86 sinking pencil lure is designed for subsurface predator fishing in shallow areas. Thanks to its slim profile and mass distribution, it dives just beneath the water surface and operates in a layer not exceeding roughly 30 cm in depth. This discreet yet highly visible swim makes it a formidable ally on wary or heavily pressured fish.

Its hydrodynamic design keeps the lure perfectly horizontal, even during slow retrieves. The Homura 86 then develops a very reactive rolling action, producing powerful light flashes at the slightest movement. Each flank tilt imitates a small distressed fish, triggering reflex strikes from ambushing predators.

This model is also engineered for long casting distances. Its low, well-balanced center of gravity stabilizes the lure in flight, allowing anglers to cover large water expanses from shore or boat. You can reach distant bust-ups or hard-to-access zones while maintaining a natural, controlled presentation.

Technical specifications

• Lure type : sinking pencil for a swim just below the surface.
• Operating depth : subsurface action down to approximately 30 cm depending on retrieval speed and rigging.
• Action : pronounced reactive rolling, emitting attractive light flashes even at low speed.
• Hydrodynamic design : maintains a horizontal position in shallow areas for a realistic presentation.
• Balance : low center of gravity distributed front-to-back to optimize flight stability and casting distance.
• Use : suited to targeting active or educated predators in shallow water.
• Color range : available in multiple finishes to match light conditions and water clarity.

Advantages and strengths

The main strength of the Megabass Homura 86 lies in its ability to remain effective even when fish are sluggish. Where other lures require a fast retrieve to activate, this sinking pencil retains its attraction at very slow speeds. In a slow straight retrieve with intermittent pauses, it continues to roll on its axis and send subtle flashes, faithfully reproducing the hesitant swim of an injured baitfish.

This subsurface predator lure also stands out for its versatility. It suits numerous animations: steady retrieves, small rod twitches, stronger jerks or alternating pauses and bursts. Depending on cadence, it can represent either a dying fry or a panicked fleeing prey. This interpretative richness helps quickly find the presentation that triggers strikes in varied contexts.

Its ability to reach long casting distances is another major advantage. It provides real fishing comfort on large lakes, cluttered shorelines or current zones where staying at a distance is necessary. Coupled with a fine braid and an appropriate leader, the Homura 86 enables efficient coverage of wide areas while preserving excellent bite detection.

Usage tips

To get the most from this sinking pencil lure, start with a slow, steady retrieve with the rod low to fully exploit its natural rolling. Watch the line carefully to detect strikes often happening very close to the surface. Do not hesitate to insert short pauses: the lure will continue to glide and roll slightly, which can persuade the most hesitant fish.

In shallow areas, over weedbeds or structure, small rod "twitches" make the Homura 86 particularly lively. It then mimics a frantic baitfish trying to escape beneath the surface—an irresistible signal for many predators. In windy conditions or when fish are feeding offshore, take advantage of its excellent casting performance to sweep long distances and vary search angles.

This model is particularly suited to fine fishing for pressured or educated predators, when fishing pressure is high or water is clear. Pair it with a discreet rig, an appropriate leader and small snaps to avoid hindering its swim. Adapting line diameter and rod power to the targeted fish size will allow you to exploit the lure's full potential while maintaining precise control of the presentation.

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FAQ

Question 1 : In which situations is the Megabass Homura 86 particularly recommended?

Answer: The Homura 86 is ideal for shallow zones, edges, shoals and any situation where predators hunt near the surface. Its subsurface swim down to roughly 30 cm and its reactive rolling action make it an excellent choice when fish are wary, water is clear or fishing pressure is high.