The Atomic APF (Atomic Polymer Flex) Paddle Tail is a highly versatile baitfish imitation designed to deliver consistent swimming action across a wide range of retrieve speeds. Now available in the premium Atomic Polymer Flex (APF) range, it features a softer, more responsive material that enhances tail movement and creates a natural swimming action from the moment it enters the water.
Its variable-action paddle tail generates a strong rolling and kicking motion, making it effective whether fished slowly along the bottom, steadily through the water column or burned back at speed. The softer APF material allows the tail to activate with minimal movement, helping to trigger strikes even from less aggressive fish. Unlike many TPE-based soft plastics, APF features neutral buoyancy, allowing the lure to sink naturally and maintain a realistic presentation in deeper water where excessive buoyancy can create an unnatural rate.
Suitable for both freshwater and saltwater applications, the Paddle Tail is a proven performer on species ranging from bass and bream through to flathead, snapper, barra and many other predatory fish.
It can be rigged on traditional jig heads, weedless hooks, spinnerbaits and a variety of other lure systems, making it one of the most adaptable soft plastics in the range. Whether casting structure, working open flats or prospecting deeper water, the Atomic APF (Atomic Polymer Flex) Paddle Tail delivers the lifelike action and natural sink rate needed to attract more strikes.
WILL CATCH
Bream, bass, estuary perch
WHEN TO TIE ONE ON
The Atomic Paddle Tail is a soft plastic minnow lure. It is capable of being used at multiple retrieve speeds and has to be rigged on a jighead or worm hook. It is most effective in estuaries and impoundments for bass.
HOW TO USE
• The paddle tail has to be rigged on a jighead or worm hook. Make sure it is rigged straight for the most lifelike action.
• Use a loop knot for the best action. It allows the lure to swim freely.
• It can be allowed to sink and then wound steadily where the tail will vibrate in the water attracting predatory fish
THINK OUTSIDE THE SQUARE
• You can rig this lure weighted, weightless or on a spinnerbait.
