Hayabusa - Free Slide VS+ Head

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$899

Size: 45g

Colour: #1 Red Shrimp

Why this colour

Reads as a dark silhouette down deep - the pick for low light or stained water.

Hayabusa

How to fish this lure The retrieve, the rig, and the colour Big Kev would tie on.

About this lure

The Hayabusa Free Slide VS Plus is a versatile tai rubber replacement head designed to deliver a clean, natural fall and controlled slide action. Built for drifting over reefs and structure, it keeps your skirts working freely while maintaining a stable descent that snapper respond to instantly.

Free-slide system – head glides independently on the leader for a natural bite window
Stable sinking action – tuned weight shape holds its line in current for reliable bottom tracking
Enhanced sensitivity – clean contact through the line helps read bottom transitions
Ideal for NZ drifts – perfect for slow, steady wind techniques targeting snapper
Easy to fish – drop to bottom, lift slightly and wind steadily to activate skirts

How to work it

The Free Slide VS+ Head is a tai rubber replacement designed for drifting over reefs and structure.

Drop to the bottom, then lift slightly and wind steadily to activate the skirts with a slow, controlled retrieve. The free-slide system allows the head to glide independently on the leader, creating a natural fall and bite window that snapper respond to.

Maintain contact with the bottom as you drift, using the enhanced sensitivity to read transitions in structure and adjust your depth accordingly.

Which colour, and when

#1 Red ShrimpReads as a dark silhouette down deep - the pick for low light or stained water.

#2 Orange GoldWarm flash to pull fish in - a reliable low-light colour.

#3 Green GoldA natural baitfish match for clear water and bright sun.

#4 Appeal OrangeWarm flash to pull fish in - a reliable low-light colour.

#5 Triple ChartGlow and warm flash combined - earns its keep in low light or off-colour water.

Which weight, and when

45 g Lighter option for shallow drifts or slack current; easier to maintain bottom contact in gentle conditions.

60 g Versatile weight for standard reef drifts with moderate current; balances casting distance and controlled descent.

80 g Suits medium-depth drifts and moderate current; reliable bottom tracking on typical snapper grounds.

100 g Ideal for deeper drifts or stronger current; maintains stable descent and bottom contact on structured reefs.

120 g Heavy option for deep water or fast current; ensures quick drop and precise bottom tracking.

150 g Deep-water drifts with strong current; keeps the head locked to structure in demanding conditions.

180 g Maximum weight for extreme depth or heavy current; fastest descent for vertical presentations over deep reefs.

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