A Sinking Minnow with "Upstream-Angled Cast" and "Evasive Action" as Key Features
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issen 45S
€15,99
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- Condition: Brand New
- Length: 45 mm (1.8 inch)
- Weight: 3.7 g (0.1 oz.)
1. Thin flat body that maintains strength when casting at an upstream angle, allowing anglers to achieve their intended presentation
Thin flat-sided minnows with large surface areas can appeal to fish visually even at short distances through their powerful flashing and responsiveness as they have large flat-sided bodies. However, these lures traditionally struggle when cast at an upstream angle (slightly diagonal to the current), where they tend to lose their grip on the water, destabilize, or even skip out of the surface.
The ISSEN was designed specifically to overcome these challenges as a specialized flat-sided minnow for upstream-angled casts. Even with its thin profile, it maintains stable balance when receiving water pressure from the side in swift currents, swimming with a slightly wide wobbling action.
Additionally, it responds instantly to minimal rod manipulation with precise side-to-side flashing exactly as the angler intends. This minnow particularly excels in situations where you need to trigger strikes within fractions of a second and just a few feet of distance from landing, leveraging its exceptional responsiveness and compact movement range.
2. Improve your catch rate by switching between Original and MAX models
The ISSEN lineup includes both the original ISSEN 45S and the ISSEN 45S MAX designed for larger fish. The former features a single hook with a swiveling eyelet to minimize miss fish. In contrast, the ISSEN 45S MAX comes equipped with a treble hook and standard eyelet configuration to handle larger game fish.
3. Choose SUKARI for downstream-angled presentations
While the ISSEN specializes in upstream-angled presentations, it can be used when casting at a downstream angle (slightly diagonal with the current flow), though it may tend to rise toward the surface. Meanwhile, the "SUKARI," also developed by ima in collaboration with Tetsuya Henmi, was specifically designed for downstream-angled applications. It grips the water effectively even when vertical action is applied, maintaining its posture in current while producing tricky movements.
For targeting instant strikes with upstream-angled casts, choose the ISSEN; for leveraging current in downstream-angled presentations, go with the SUKARI. Select the right lure based on the conditions you face.
