Jackson - Athlete 12SSP
Specifications
About this lure
Designed for shallow coastal waters, the Jackson Athlete 12SSP is a 120mm sinking pencil tailored for flathead and flounder fishing from the beach or estuary edge.
With its rear-weighted body, the 12SSP casts exceptionally well—even in wind—and drops quickly to the bottom without tumbling. The lure swims just above the sand, avoiding snags while staying in the strike zone. Its smooth rolling action is easily felt through the rod tip and transitions to a wobble-roll on faster retrieves. Fitted with three trebles, it's ready to convert short strikes into solid hook-ups.
- Rear-weighted design for excellent casting distance
- Sinks fast but swims above the bottom to avoid snags
- Smooth rolling action ideal for flathead and flounder
- Equipped with 3 x #4 trebles for higher hookup rates
- 120mm, 33g sinking pencil
A smart option for surfcasters targeting bottom predators along sandy shorelines.
How to fish the Jackson - Athlete 12SSP
Big Kev's Tips
How to work it
Cast the Athlete 12SSP into shallow coastal waters and estuary edges, letting it sink quickly to the bottom.
Work it with a steady, moderate retrieve to maintain that smooth rolling action just above the sand-you'll feel the lure's movement clearly through the rod tip. On faster retrieves, it transitions to a wobble-roll that triggers strikes from flathead and flounder.
The rear-weighted design casts exceptionally well even in wind, and the three trebles are sized to convert short strikes into solid hook-ups. Fish it tight to the bottom in sandy shallows where these predators hunt.
Which colour, and when
PCDPink and rainbow flash suits low light or overcast conditions over sand.
SRBPink and rainbow flash suits low light or overcast conditions over sand.
WRDWarm red-gold flash reads well in stained or stirred estuary water.
SRINatural sardine profile is the clear-water, bright-daylight match.