Gary Yamamoto 5" Senko
The stickbait that started the category. A heavily salted soft plastic that falls with a slow shimmy, rigged weightless, wacky, Texas or on a shaky head.
Price
10-packs at most tackle shops; bulk packs $34.99 to $64.99 (yamamotobaits.com)
Key specs
| Length | 5 in |
|---|---|
| Count | 10 per pack |
| Popular colors | Watermelon, Black, Green Pumpkin, Bubble Gum (Field & Stream) |
| Color selection | About 130 colors (Field & Stream) |
What the maker and reviewers highlight
- Named Best Overall Senko-style bait by Field & Stream for its action [source]
- Huge color selection and long track record [source]
Things to weigh
- Not as durable as other baits; tears easily (Field & Stream) [source]
Who it's for in Texas
A weightless or wacky-rigged Senko around shoreline cover is a go-to on Texas stock tanks and lakes, especially when fish are pressured.
Brandon's take: coming soon
We have not tested this one ourselves yet. If Brandon gets it in the field, his notes will go here. No rating is given.