Description
The concept for Naia was born from the pure and crystal clear waters of natural springs. This lure embodies a minimalist purity that captures the best attributes of the creator's previous creations. Naia was initially a simple fluid shape, but over the course of three years, it evolved into the product it is today. Her name was inspired by the Greek water nymphs of rivers and springs, known as Naiads, after the discovery of a 13,000 year old skeleton of an adolescent girl in an underwater cave. After two years of design and one year of testing, the StrategicAngler Naia series was finally launched in 2020. She combines the traditional design of a stickbait and fast sinking jig, but with a unique and seductive appearance. Naia's lack of a belly loop allows for a rhythmic side-to-side cadence as she falls freely, while the tail hook configuration can be customized to fit individual fishing styles.
A touch of UV* in the clear body illuminates her in the water, completing her scintillating form.
*not glow in the dark
- Length: 7 inches (180 mm)
- Average weight: 4 ounces (115-120 grams)
- 0.093 inch (2.4 mm) thick x-heavy wiring
CASTING
Orientation:
Horizontal sinking
Action:
- Walk the dog; side to side cadence
- Horizontal sinking flutter during freefall
- Wobbling side to side swimming action with slow retrieve
- Erratic action with fast retrieve
Retrieve speed:
slow to fast
Skill level:
None to moderate
TECHNIQUE
Walk – A rhythmic slow twitch will make Naia move with an alternating left and right cadence. A quick sweep creates a sudden commotion that reverberates in the water attracting predators in the process.
Wobble – Retrieving the lure with the rod tip down will create a slow side to side wobble. This slow and erratic movement is reminiscent of a cruising or unwary fish. An occasional twitch will make Naia come alive, flash on one side and then right itself.
Sinking flutter – Cast the lure, or simply let it drop! A free falling lure will have a more pronounced side to side flutter, so give it a few seconds for Naia to reach your preferred depth before retrieving.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE & CONFIGURATION
CASTING/JIGGING
Rear only:
3/0 to 5/0 trebles
7/0 to 12/0 single
SINK RATE:
Hook size/weight dependent: average 2ft/second
