SMITH AR-HD MINNOW HS Sinking Lure - 4.5 cm

Product Advantages

The SMITH AR HD Minnow HS is a high-density sinking minnow designed for anglers who want to keep control of their line while effectively exploring deeper water layers. Denser than the standard version, it stands out for its ability to descend quickly through the water column while maintaining a stable and attractive action, ideal for trout fishing, perch and other small predators in rivers and lakes.

At the heart of its design, a tungsten bead positioned behind the metallic lip optimizes the lure's balance. This concentrated mass improves casting distance and accuracy, enables the AR HD Minnow HS to cut through current seams and helps it hold a steady trajectory near the bottom or in depressions. The result is a compact, responsive and highly sensitive hardbait that transmits vibrations clearly to the rod and lets the angler feel the slightest bite.

• High-density version to reach deep water layers quickly.
• Tungsten balance for improved stability and enhanced control.
• Metallic lip producing flashes of light and attractive vibrations.
• Profiling minnow body for a tight, natural and versatile swim.
• Designed for both strong currents and calm areas.

Technical Specifications

The SMITH AR HD Minnow HS retains the streamlined profile of a classic minnow, but with reinforced construction focused on density and swimming performance. Its metallic lip combined with a tungsten bead placed just behind it gives the lure a fast, controlled fall while emitting strong visual and vibratory signals. This mix of a compact body and a terminal metallic lip makes it a particularly effective hard sinking lure for fishing deep runs, holes, pool heads or pronounced breaks.

• Durable hard-body material able to withstand impacts against rocks and repeated fish strikes.
• Minnow profile engineered for a tight, vibrating action, effective in both steady retrieves and with varied animations.
• Integrated metallic lip that reflects light and accentuates vibrations along the path.
• High-density tungsten bead acting as the main weight to promote rapid descent and stability.
• Optimized balance to keep contact with the lure even when drifting in strong currents.
• Designed for use with light to medium spinning setups, light monofilament or modern braided lines.
• Available in several sizes and finishes to match lure profile and visibility to conditions.

Benefits and Key Features

The main strength of the AR HD Minnow HS lies in its ability to fish where many floating or slightly sinking lures fail. Its density and tungsten balance allow it to hold the current, stay in the target water layer and work close to the bottom without snagging or sliding off. For the angler, this means more time in the strike zone and therefore more opportunities to trigger fish that are active but holding deep.

Another major advantage: this minnow for trout and predators is extremely versatile in terms of animation. It accepts both a slow, steady retrieve and a more lively presentation with twitching and pauses. This versatility makes it suitable for many contexts, from small fast torrents to large rivers or slower canals, as well as lakes and reservoirs. Compact, accurate on the cast and easy to feel in the rod, it is suitable for experienced anglers and beginners looking to improve technical deep-water fishing.

Usage Tips

To get the most out of the SMITH AR HD Minnow HS, use a sensitive rod and relatively fine line to maximize vibration transmission and lure control. In rivers, a good approach is to cast three-quarters upstream, let the lure sink under control while keeping a light contact, then accompany it with a cast-and-retrieve, varying retrieve speed to change swimming depth. Small rod-tip twitches enhance rolling and often trigger following fish.

• Adjust retrieve speed to fish deeper or shallower depending on depth and current strength.
• Make short pauses to let the lure sink a few additional decimeters into holes.
• Focus on head-of-pool areas, breaks, boulders and eddies where predators ambush.
• Vary trajectories (upstream, across, downstream) to thoroughly cover a promising spot.
• In lakes or canals, allow a few seconds for the lure to sink before starting the retrieve to reach the proper depth.

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FAQ

Question 1: Is this lure suitable for trout fishing in rivers with current?

Answer: Yes, the SMITH AR HD Minnow HS was specifically designed to maintain a stable action in strong currents and to reach the right depth quickly. Its high density and tungsten bead help it hold the current seam without dropping out, making it particularly suited to fast-flowing rivers and mountain torrents.