SMITH D Contact 85 SW Hard Lure

The D-Contact 85 SW by Smith LTD  

The D-Contact 85 SW by Smith LTD: the saltwater version of the famous jerkbait, a must-have for sea bass and bonito. Its density allows it to reach incredible distances even into the wind. The very high density of this hard lure allows it to fish where others cannot. On the fall it "butterflies" by oscillating side to side, a deadly action for triggering strikes from holding fish. Furthermore, it is silent, which is a real advantage on days when fish are being wary. Also perfect for slow trolling.

Key features

• 8.5cm
• 14.5g
• Jerkbait type
• Silent
• Owner ST36 saltwater hooks

Tips from our team of enthusiasts

The action

• It is a lure to use with a jerky straight retrieve, i.e. by making small twitches with the rod tip while reeling in.
• This hard lure is also very effective on the fall, so do not hesitate to pause and let it sink while butterflying.
• It can also be used for slow trolling.

The colour

Our team's favourite

• The GTI for clear water
• The 93 for murky water

As for colour, the starting point will be the environment. The clearer it is, the more you lean towards natural colours; the more turbid it is, the more you lean towards flashy or dark shades, right through to black. This is a baseline that will need adjusting day by day.

If you have any questions about choosing a rod, the rigs suited to your fishing area, the type of line (monofilament, braid, fluorocarbon) to use on your reel, do not hesitate to contact us via our website, by phone or by visiting our Ardent Pêche shop directly.