Product Highlights
Designed for technical cephalopod fishing, the EGI OH K Super Shallow from YAMASHITA is a super slow-sinking egi developed to maintain optimal contact with the strike zone in shallow water. Its very slow descent gives the angler time to precisely animate the lure and extend the presentation to wary cuttlefish and squid, even when activity is low.
Thanks to excellent stability, this cuttlefish and squid lure remains highly controllable in wind, waves and strong currents. It lets you fish where other egi drop off or drift too quickly, providing an effective solution to concentrate on marked spots, shallow rocky ledges or sandy edges.
Technical Specifications
- Lure type: egi specially developed for sea cephalopod fishing.
- Action: super slow sinking swim with an extremely slow descent, ideal for prolonging presence in the strike zone in shallow water.
- 490Glow luminous technology: phosphorescent eyes that emit a glow in a light spectrum particularly well perceived by cuttlefish and squid.
- Hydro Fin stability: small integrated fin improving lure stability during descent, even in wind or current.
- Tin weight under the throat: weight with adjustment holes allowing easy addition of extra ballast to adapt sinking depth.
- Rigging: sharp crown hooks designed to ensure reliable hooking of cephalopod tentacles.
- Complete range: EGI OH K Super Shallow series offered in several colorways to suit light conditions and water clarity while retaining the same technical features.
Advantages and Key Strengths
The 490Glow technology equips the eyes of the EGI OH K Super Shallow, producing a glow tailored to the visual sensitivity of cuttlefish and squid. This targeted luminescence helps the lure stand out underwater, even in low-light conditions, and often triggers strikes from the most cautious cephalopods.
The presence of the Hydro Fin, a small projection on the body, greatly improves stability during descent. The lure maintains a controlled trajectory despite wind, swell or current, which facilitates reading the line and keeps the angler continuously connected to the egi.
The tin weight located under the throat includes adjustment holes for adding extra ballast. This clever design allows rapid presentation adjustments when current strengthens or depth increases, without sacrificing the slow, gliding sink that defines this YAMASHITA egi. The combination of strong stability, prolonged slow descent and enhanced visibility makes the EGI OH K Super Shallow a top choice for targeting educated or lethargic cephalopods.
Usage Tips
The EGI OH K Super Shallow performs best in shallow areas frequented by cuttlefish and squid: sheltered bays, breakwaters, rock armor, rocky ledges, seagrass beds or gently sloping beaches. Allow the lure to reach its working depth, then animate it with sequences of sharp pulls or jerks followed by long pauses to let the egi glide in the water column.
In difficult conditions—wind, waves or strong current—keep the line slightly taut to maintain contact without restricting the lure's natural swim. When cephalopod activity is low, slow down the retrieve even further, lengthen pause durations and concentrate on marked spots. If necessary, add extra ballast to the designated tin weight to adapt depth while preserving the super slow sinking character and high stability of this lure.
Testimonials
"Since I started using the EGI OH K Super Shallow, I've managed to trigger bites in situations where my older lures stayed inactive. Its slow descent, stability in wind and underwater visibility let me precisely work shallow ledges and breaks, and squid clearly have more time to strike."
FAQ
Question 1: In which conditions should I prioritize the EGI OH K Super Shallow?
Answer: It is particularly recommended for fishing cuttlefish and squid in shallow water, when wind, waves or current make controlling a standard egi difficult, or when cephalopods are very inactive.
Question 2: Is this lure suitable for shore fishing as well as from a boat?
Answer: Yes, its high stability and slow sink make it equally effective from breakwaters, rock armor or beaches as from a boat, provided you adjust additional ballast as needed for depth and current strength.
Question 3: Are there multiple colors and finishes in the EGI OH K Super Shallow range?
Answer: The series is available in various colorways and finishes to choose the shade best suited to water transparency, light conditions and fishing pressure, while keeping the same stability, slow descent and underwater visibility characteristics.
