Sonubaits Spikeum Wafter Meaty Mussel (35g) Precision Balanced Hookbaits

Get your presentation spot-on with the Sonubaits Spikeum Wafter in Meaty Mussel. No one likes a hookbait that behaves like a brick when it should be hovering enticingly over a pile of pellets. These wafters have been meticulously tested to ensure they provide that critical balancenegating the weight of your hook while remaining rugged enough for the most demanding sessions.

At Gerrys Fishing, weve seen plenty of soft hookbaits that fly off the moment you try to punch a cast toward an island. The Spikeum range solves this. They are specifically engineered with a unique texture: soft enough to be pinned onto a bait spike or bayonet without splitting, yet durable enough to withstand high-velocity casting and the attention of nuisance small fish.

Key Features & Performance

• Perfectly Balanced Buoyancy: Designed to counteract the weight of the hook, allowing the bait to waft naturally and fly into the fishs mouth the moment they inhale near your feeder.

• Spike-Ready Texture: A unique consistency that allows for easy use with bait spikes, bayonets, or bands without the bait crumbling or splitting.

• Long-Lasting Performance: Unlike some baits that lose their buoyancy or skin over once the tub is opened, Spikeums remain effective wafters session after session.

• High-Protein Meaty Mussel Flavor: Infused with the nutrient-rich, salty, and meaty attraction of mussel meala standout flavor for big Carp, F1s, and Bream.

• Vibrant Visuals: The dark, natural tone of the Meaty Mussel bait provides a subtle but effective match-the-hatch look when used over fishmeal pellets.

Technical Specifications

Examples of Where to Use

• The Method Feeder: Press the wafter into the top of your Method mould. Because its balanced, it will sit right on top of your groundbait pile the moment the feeder hits the bottom.

• Hybrid Feeder Tactics: Use a bayonet to pin the Spikeum into the center of your pellet load. It provides a standout bite-sized target that stays secure even when the feeder is hitting the water hard.

• Margin Fishing: When targeting big carp in the margins, the soft-yet-tough texture ensures the bait stays on the spike despite the constant buffeting from liner bites or tails hitting your line.

Pro Tip from the Gerrys Team

To get the absolute best out of a wafter, always test your rig in the margins first! The weight of different hook patterns can change how the bait behaves. Ideally, you want the bait to hover just above the hook, while the hook stays flat on the bottom. If the hook is lifting, try a slightly heavier wire pattern; if the bait isnt lifting, try a smaller hook. Pairing these with the Meaty Mussel Groundbait creates a massive scent trail that leads fish right to your balanced hookbait!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use these with a standard hair-rigged band?

Absolutely. While they are called Spikeums because of how well they take a metal spike, the texture is perfect for hair-rigged bands as well. They wont crush under the tension of the band.

Will they dry out if I leave the lid off?

While Sonubaits has engineered these to remain wafty well past opening, we always recommend keeping the lid tightly sealed between casts to maintain that perfect moisture level and scent potency.

What hook size works best?

For the 35g tub size (which contains mixed sizes), we find that a size 12 or 14 hook provides the best balance for most wafters. However, always do the marginal test to be 100% sure of your presentation.