The DUO Bay Ruf Manic Fish 88 was developed around a totally new concept focused on range control and subtle stimulation in high-pressure coastal fisheries. Its signature “Manic Move” is a tight, micro-vibration rolling action designed to trigger bites when louder, wider-moving lures stop producing.
With an ideal body volume to imitate small baitfish and a heavier weight setting for its size, the Manic Fish 88 delivers excellent casting performance and helps anglers trace a consistent subsurface range. It is a reliable choice both from the shore and from the boat when you need to cover water efficiently and reach fish holding just under the surface film.
The lure’s buoyancy, weight distribution, volume and body shape have been carefully balanced to create a “rolling only” action. There is no wide wobbling or sinusoidal swimming. The roll is so tight it can look almost still, yet it sends fine pulsations through the water that seabass can detect easily, even in overfished conditions.
As soon as you begin the retrieve, the lure works in the subsurface zone and creates a clean wake. The tight roll adds a gentle, unique swell to a V-shaped trail, making it highly effective over shallow flats, inside bays and along structure where fish respond best to a subtle surface presence.
The aerodynamic profile supports stable flight and long casts for its size. The “Fish” concept uses heavier settings to improve casting distance and maintain control over the working range, allowing you to search wide areas and reach unfished spots more consistently.
With occasional twitches and short rod jerks, the Manic Fish 88 produces an irregular, baitfish-like reaction near the surface. Increasing retrieve speed can also generate an S-curve track, letting you adapt the presentation to local conditions, target species and feeding behaviour.
The DUO Bay Ruf Manic Fish 88 combines long-distance casting with a one-of-a-kind micro-vibration roll, giving anglers a precise tool for modern seabass fishing when pressure is high and fish demand a refined presentation.
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