XORUS Ulti Stinger Assist Rig

Product highlights

The XORUS Ulti Stinger Assist is a stinger rig for softbaits specifically developed to complement the Ultimate Eel Screw system and all compatible screw-in jigheads. Thanks to its ultra-mobile barrel-swivel chain and a size 2/0 single hook, it secures the most tentative bites while delivering a flawless presentation of the bait. This additional rig significantly reduces hook-offs and optimizes hook-ups whether you fish by casting, straight retrieve or vertical techniques.

Its barrel-swivel chain design absorbs twists and reduces leverage generated by the fish, improving hook hold during the fight. The Ulti Stinger Assist is supplied with two setups: a stinger equipped with a fine-wire hook to maximize penetration on delicate bites, and one with a heavy-wire hook to target powerful, aggressive predators. This gives you a versatile system ready to adapt to your spots and targeted predators without changing your main rig.

Technical specifications

• Assist rig designed for softbaits mounted on screw-in jigheads, ideal with the Ultimate Eel Screw XORUS but compatible with many screw-type heads.
• Barrel-swivel chain connecting the attachment loop to the hook, offering freedom of movement for the bait and reducing line twist during fights.
• Size 2/0 single hook specifically selected to provide an excellent balance between discreteness, sharpness and holding power for most commonly used softbaits.
• Two-stinger pack: one model with a fine-wire hook for wary fish and one with a heavy-wire hook to target larger predators.
• Compact assembly to preserve the natural swim of the bait without restricting or unbalancing it.
• Construction designed to withstand multiple fights during typical predator fishing use.

Benefits and strengths

The main advantage of the XORUS Ulti Stinger Assist is a significant increase in your converted bites. By adding a secondary hook perfectly positioned on the flank or rear of the bait, you reduce short strikes and fish that only nip the tail. The barrel-swivel chain allows the hook to remain mobile and to naturally position itself in the fish's mouth at the moment it inhales the bait.

The choice between fine-wire and heavy-wire hooks is another strong point: you can instantly adapt your rig to the fishing situation. The fine-wire variant favors ultra-fast penetration, particularly useful on discreet bites or in cold water. The heavy-wire model provides extra security when prospecting areas with big fish or in snaggy environments where the load on the rig is higher.

Finally, the XORUS stinger is designed to preserve the swim of softbaits as much as possible. Its compact build and the freedom offered by the swivels let the bait keep its full range of motion, which is crucial to fool educated predators. You get a reliable, discreet and high-performance softbait rig without sacrificing action.

Usage tips

To exploit the full potential of the Ulti Stinger Assist, start by screwing your screw-in jighead like the Ultimate Eel Screw carefully into the center of the softbait's head. Then attach the stinger chain loop to the designated ring, or directly to the split ring of the jighead if present.

Position the size 2/0 hook along the back or flank of the bait, ensuring the point stays adequately exposed to optimize hook-ups. Depending on your bait length and animation style, you can barely pierce the hook under the bait skin or leave it externally exposed, held by an elastic or small bait stop for extra freedom.

Choose the fine-wire stinger when fish are picky, in clear or cold water, and opt for the heavy-wire stinger when targeting more powerful predators or using heavier setups. Regularly check hook sharpness and the condition of the barrel-swivel chain to maintain peak performance throughout the season.

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FAQ

Question 1 : What types of softbaits can I use the XORUS Ulti Stinger Assist with?

Answer: The Ulti Stinger Assist is intended for softbaits mounted on screw-in jigheads, such as the Ultimate Eel Screw XORUS. It is suitable for most shads, slugs or finesse baits whose size matches a 2/0 hook.

Question 2 : When should I choose the fine-wire hook rather than the heavy-wire?

Answer: Use the fine-wire stinger when bites are subtle, water is cold or clear, and you need maximum penetration on contact. Switch to the heavy-wire stinger when targeting bigger predators or when fishing heavier rigs that put more strain on the assembly.

Question 3 : Won’t the swivel chain restrict the bait’s swim?

Answer: No, the barrel-swivel chain is specifically designed to provide wide freedom of movement to the hook while allowing the softbait to express itself fully. It limits twists during the fight without penalizing the action, making the XORUS Ulti Stinger Assist an excellent choice to optimize your rigs while preserving natural swim.