Yo-Zuri is a popular company among anglers and is in demand in any fishing store. In Russia, such wobblers appeared almost from the very founding of the company and still remain one of the best.
In this article we will talk about wobblers of this brand, and also select analogues that are closest in functionality.
General characteristics of Yo-Zuri wobblers
The above-mentioned company has already gained credibility among fishermen by producing quality products that contribute to the achievement of a positive and high-quality catch.
Yo-Zuri can be found even in a small fishing store. The cost of the products is not overpriced, which is also important when purchasing. Even at a low price, the quality of the product is good and the use of wobblers increases the catch.
Benefits and Features
The company produces a huge number of different baits, which differ in shape and color from each other. A large assortment allows the fisherman to purchase baits with different appearances and prices, increasing his catch.
All hooks are securely fixed into the bait. In addition, the hook is made of metal, which does not rust or break over time, thereby maintaining its functions for a long time. The absence of breaks captivates those fishing enthusiasts who mainly catch big fish.
Features include:
- High quality materials. They are light and outwardly look like a large but weakened individual.
- The color looks natural and does not fade over time.
- The hooks are made of vanadium, which increases durability.
Yuzuri wobbler catalog: what you should pay attention to
Over the years, the manufacturer has learned to make not only high-quality, but also catchable baits.
Each model that has been released is designed for specific tasks. The manufacturer put a certain idea into it, which the fisherman has to understand. The main advantages that Yuzuri wobblers have are the following:
- high quality;
- the geometry of the bait body is thought out to the smallest detail;
- precise balancing;
- thoughtful color palette;
- reliable fittings and sharp hooks.
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In the production of Yuzuri baits, high-quality plastic is used, which can withstand heavy loads, especially the greedy bites of a large predator. Wobblers are equipped with reliable fittings and high-quality hooks, so the angler can feel confident when fishing for a predator.
Perch loves Yo-Zuri wobblers
The range of wobblers amazes even the most experienced anglers. The company's catalog includes not only classic crankbaits, poppers, rattlins or minnows. There are specific baits, such as jointers, squid baits, propbaits and others.
Perhaps the Yo Zuri wobbler is in some ways inferior to such masters of wobbler making as Megabass, Zipbaits, Evergreen and others, but its price is much more affordable and accessible to any domestic lover of predator fishing, and in terms of catchability, the bait can give a head start to any product from another manufacturer.
The Yo-Zuri brand produces a wide variety of baits for catching any fish and in any reservoir. With them you can catch both bass and rotan in small rivers and ponds, and tuna in the vast ocean.
In this wide range there are some absolutely outstanding wobblers, which, in my opinion, should be in the collection of every angler.
L-minnow
L-minnow is a legendary wobbler that is probably present in the arsenal of any advanced spinning player. I never go out to the pond without it. This twitching bait works great for chub, and it also attracts perch, pike and any other fish well.
I remember once a sales assistant sold me an L-minnow with the words “If there is anything living in a pond, it will come out to it.” I have been convinced of the truth of these words more than once in recent years.
L-minnow costs about $6-8.
SS Minnow
This surface twitching wobbler can be indispensable when catching asp and chub. Pike also react well to it.
The price of SS Minnow is about $6.
3D Minnow
Shows good results in catching perch and pike. It is produced in different sizes: for example, Yo-Zuri 3D Minnow F621 weighs 6 g and is 6.5 cm long, and the R725 model weighs 17 g and is 10 cm long.
For 3D Minnow you will have to pay $6-9.
3D Popper
Wobbler Yo-Zuri 3D-Popper shows good results in catching perch, pike and asp.
The price of this bait is about $9-10.
Crystal Minnow
This twitching wobbler works well for pike and perch. Available in different sizes and weights - the line includes both Crystal Minnow R836, which has a length of 7 cm and weighs 5 g, and F11 - a wobbler 13 cm long and weighs 27 g. Immersion depth is up to one and a half meters.
This wobbler costs about $9-10.
Some models of Yo-Zuri wobblers, which were mentioned above, have already been mentioned in issues of our magazine. For example, I recommend that you familiarize yourself with the list of the best wobblers for pike fishing - Yuzuri is far from last in it. They were not ignored in another issue dedicated to fishing on the Desna - more details here!
Wobblers Yuzuri: catalog
Types of wobblers:
- Floating ones always remain afloat.
- Sinking – according to the name, it is clear that these wobblers sink.
- Suspenders – float neutrally.
- Slow sinkers do not drown immediately, but gradually.
Let's celebrate! Each variety in the list also has different names. Below, the most popular wobblers will be described in more detail.
Duel
The variety is known for its versatility and catchability.
Characteristic features are:
- A spatula-like appearance that attracts large fish.
- The presence of sound chambers that imitate the inhabitants of the water.
- The depth of use is more than 2 meters.
Available for sale in several sizes:
- Small - 5 centimeters, you can catch chub and perch.
- The average is 7 centimeters, they catch pike or pike perch.
- Large – 9 centimeters, can attract large fish.
The cost of this bait varies from 350 to 900 rubles.
Minnow
One of the main features is its small size, which fits in the fish’s mouth. The weight, depending on the model, can be from 4 to 10 grams, and the length is 7-9 centimeters. Suitable for fishing in shallow water. Sudden movements are one of the main successes in fishing.
The color is calm, which allows you to look natural in diving conditions. Price 390 – 500 rubles.
Crank
This wobbler is chosen by the category of fishermen who fish on the surface of the water. A wide range of colors also has a positive side.
The appearance resembles a large spatula, which allows you not to sink to the bottom. The surface bait, which this model belongs to, works well in overgrown areas.
The crank is easy to control as it precisely follows to a given place, which certainly wins the attention of both professionals and beginners. You can purchase it at a cost of 500 rubles. Crank can be used to hunt pike or perch.
Popper
Most of the products are poppers, which are in demand. This model was invented for fishing at night or in the evening. It is for this reason that wobblers have a bright color, which will not be difficult to notice in the dark.
Poppers can also be used for fishing in dirty water. Despite such widespread use, the cost is not high. You can fish for perch and other fish. It will not be difficult to find such an invention in any specialized form.
Shad
Unlike the above varieties of wobblers, this one differs in its appearance and game. Shad has an elongated shape that slowly tapers towards the tip. The wobbler is floating, so it does not sink. The colors vary from bright acidic to dark and calm.
The wobbler has only one size – 7 centimeters. It is used in catching both small fish and large predators. Despite its light weight, it can perform precise casting. You can purchase such a wobbler for a price starting from 420 rubles.
Yo-Zuri for trolling
Trolling is fishing that is carried out from a boat or other moving device. All wobblers intended for trolling differ from ordinary ones in their appearance.
The shape is like a feather with a deep bend in the middle, this feature helps to remain stable even at high speeds.
Let's celebrate! The length is noticeably longer than others specifically to ensure stability.
Weight varies from 15 to 25 millimeters. The cost is a little more than 500 rubles.
Review of the best models
Almost every line of baits released by Yu-Zuri is catchy and worthy of the angler’s close attention. But there are wobblers that have become hits and permanent leaders in various ratings for many years in a row. Let's look at some of them.
3D Popper
The Yo-Zuri 3D Popper bait is the most famous topwater from this manufacturer, which is available to most domestic spinning anglers. During its existence, the wobbler has repeatedly proven its worth by catching pikes and perches of various sizes, and less often asp and large chub.
Yo-Zuri 3D Popper
This popper is available in one size – 6 cm. Weight – 7 grams. It is well calculated and balanced, therefore it is stable on the fly and has decent ballistic data. Available in floating version.
Separately, we can mention the 3DS Popper bait from Yo-Zuri, model 65F. It is half a centimeter longer, differs in the loading system and, as a result, in the nature of the game. The popper is more designed for an active predator and high-speed fishing in vast uncharted waters.
L-Minnow
An incredibly popular bait from Yu-Zuri. This minnow was one of the first that our spinners adapted to hunt chub. During the existence of the wobbler, it has not lost its attractiveness to predators and continues to delight anglers with stable catches of various fish.
Advice! The Yo-Zuri L-Minnow F199 M37 is considered the most catchy model for hunting bigheaded and other white predators.
Prosveta M37 - the most popular among domestic fishermen
L-Minnow is available in three sizes - 33, 44 and 66 mm. All models are sinking. Thanks to this, they have an impressive range and behave stably in the current without losing their play. Mid-frequency operation with a small amplitude of movements allows you to catch active and semi-passive fish, ready to attack an object that comes into their field of vision.
Alie Magnet
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A family of universally oriented minnows. They are famous for their ability to catch a predator in any situation. Its victims included pike, perch, pike perch, and asp. Chub, trout, and lenok flew in more than once. The most famous series of Yo-Zuri Alie Magnet wobblers are:
- F;
- Neo;
- S;
- MG Diet;
- 3G Minnow;
- D.B.
Adult Alie Magnet models catch pike well
Each model is well-balanced, stable on the fly, and flies far and accurately. Different sizes of wobblers allow you to choose a model for specific fishing conditions and the potential size of the predator. Available in interesting and catchy colors.
Dino Crank
A classic crank designed for depths from 1 to 3 meters. It is a universal bait, suitable for any fishing conditions and different predators. It is successfully used in hunting for pike, perch, trophy chub and ide, asp, pike perch, and salmon representatives of the ichthyofauna.
Dino Krenk works well on rivers
The Yo-Zuri Dino Crank wobbler is available in two versions, differing in the working horizon. Both models have noise capsules inside. When retrieving, the bait makes a pleasant sound, which allows you to attract fish from a long distance and increase the visibility of the crank in muddy water or in low light.
Arms Popper Micro
A miniature popper designed for ultra-light fishing. In our conditions, it is aimed primarily at perch and small pike. In addition to them, it can catch chub, ide, asp, large rudd, and on paid reservoirs and wild mountain streams it can seduce trout.
Advice! Now the Yu-zuri Arms Popper Micro is out of production, it was replaced by another series of topwater - the Eba Popper.
Ultralight popper Arms Popper Micro
The Yo-Zuri Arms Popper Micro wobbler is only 5 cm long and weighs 4 grams. Despite this, the bait flies perfectly and behaves steadily in any jerky animation. This is achieved thanks to the precise balancing and precise shape of the popper body.
Crystal Minnow
One of the oldest and most famous lines of baits from Yo-Zuri. A very catchy and versatile wobbler, capable of successfully catching predators in different situations. Used in spinning and trolling. Suitable for hunting pike, asp, pike perch, perch and catfish.
In addition to the basic version, Crystal Minnow is available in the following subseries:
- F;
- S;
- 3D;
- SP;
- Deep Diver;
- Magnum.
Deepwater Crystal Minnow designed for riverbed areas
Deep-sea models deserve special attention. The manufacturer's assortment includes baits that can dive to 10 meters or more. This allows you to successfully hunt for catfish, trophy pike perch and pike, fishing the deepest sections of rivers, lakes and reservoirs.
Eba Popper
Another ultralight popper from Yo-Zuri, which is highly appreciated by domestic spinning players. It is often used on toad grasses, oxbow lakes, and small rivers where there is a lot of aquatic vegetation and striped robber. In addition to perch, Eba Popper is good at catching medium-sized pike, asp, and less often chub and ide.
Eba Popper – good for catching perch
Despite its light weight of 4 grams, the bait can be successfully fished in remote areas. In calm weather, the popper can be sent far and very accurately, which is important for overgrown water areas. On the line it behaves steadily, emitting a distinct ringing “gurgle” with each jerk.
Hardcore Drum
A classic rattlin designed for hunting pike perch, pike perch, catfish and trophy perch. Allows you to fish both shallow depths and riverbed areas, whirlpools, holes and ditches. It shows better results in late summer and autumn, when the predator is active and responds well to moving, visible baits.
Hardcore Drum is noticeable from a long distance
The Yo-Zuri Hardcore Drum is equipped with a loud rattle. When wired, the rattlin makes a sound similar to the sound of drumsticks. This is where it got its name. This allows you to collect most of the active fish in the area. This feature is very relevant in unfamiliar vast locations, when you need to quickly explore the territory.
Banana Boat
A surface bait that belongs to the wolfer subclass. Quite a controversial model, since not every angler immediately manages to pick up the key to it. It is very demanding on wiring, but with the right approach it can show impressive results. Its victims include perch, pike and asp.
Banana Boat catches pike, asp and medium-sized perch well
The Banana Boat walker is available in sizes 75, 100 and 110 mm. It flies far enough. Floating. Correct wiring consists of a slow, even feed with slight periodic jerks. For a passive predator, it is useful to take periodic pauses lasting up to 3–5 seconds.
Hardcore LB
This series of hard baits belongs to the “shad” class. It behaves well on a uniform retrieve and responds to jerky animation. In addition to the spinning direction, it is used by trollers because it has a great game that does not leave even a well-fed pike indifferent.
Hardcore LB is suitable for both trolling and casting
Available in two versions - 70 and 90 mm. The most popular is the older model LB 90SP. It has a decent weight of 12 grams and good ballistic data. The bait is capable of diving to a depth of 3.5 meters, which is why it is in demand when fishing on medium and large rivers, as well as reservoirs.
Snap Beans
A tiny crank designed for the ultralight direction. Focused on white predators - asp, chub, trout, grayling. In addition to them, the wobbler successfully catches rudd, ide, dace and even bleak. The bait allows you to escape from zero in any unfavorable situations.
Important! The original Snap Beans from Yu-Zuri comes in a package of two pieces - 2.0 and 2.5 cm models.
Snap Beans - catchable UL boogers
The Yo-Zuri Snap Beans wobbler is available sinking. Thanks to this, even such a weightless bait is able to behave steadily in the current without leaving the working horizon, which ranges from 0.5 to 1.0 meters. The crank flies weakly, therefore it requires the use of thin tackle and lines; it is used mainly when fishing short.
ZZ Pop
Another famous popper from Yu-Zuri, which is popular in our reservoirs. It is successfully used when hunting for perch of various sizes and small-medium pike. Suitable for any shallow water, not afraid of moderate and medium currents.
ZZ Pop – classic popper for shallow water
The ZZ Pop popper has a stabilization system inside that balances it during jerking. The shape of the inverted tip, combined with calculated balancing, allows you to throw a light seven-gram wobbler over decent distances.
Tips and tricks for choosing
To choose a wobbler, you need to decide on your budget and desired production:
- Initially, you should determine in what place the fishing will be carried out (deep or not).
- Find out exactly what kind of fish is found in the reservoir, and specifically select bait for it.
- The weather should also influence the choice, so, for example, in clear weather you need to take shiny wobblers, but in gloomy weather you should choose natural colors.
- Water also influences the choice; in muddy and dirty water you should take bright wobblers so that it is noticeable to the fish.
- Initially, you need to decide on a budget; it is better to choose one of high quality than vice versa.
Note! A fisherman always needs to have several wobblers, since it is expensive to buy them at once; you can do this in parts. The bait is not disposable, which retains its effectiveness for many years only if stored correctly.
Analogs to Yo-Zuri wobblers
An analogue of a wobbler is a model that is familiar in its structure and functionality.
Analogues of Yo-Zuri include:
- Orbit is a Chinese copy, which has more weight and an impressive size, more than 10 centimeters. Colors can also be varied. Varieties can be for both good weather and cloudy weather. The cost is naturally less than the model about which the article was written.
- The landing gear, in its characteristics, resembles the Minnow, only it has less functionality and is less expensive. The floating wobbler has two tees that provide hooking.
Let's celebrate! Each of the above wobblers has a different shape and appearance, which together may not give the same effect as the original product. It is better to spend a little more and buy an original than a low-quality fake.
General characteristics
Yuzuri wobblers have several series , each of which is developed using computer modeling. The lures are perfectly balanced and have a unique shape and action. They are suitable for both fresh rivers and lakes and salt water reservoirs.
of Yo-Zuri wobblers include:
- Plastic models with holographic 3D coating have high reflective properties.
- Sharp, high-quality hooks are made of vanadium. Their stings are chemically sharpened, so no predator will fall off such a hook.
- The silencing blade of the wobblers is thickened and has high strength. This avoids blade breakage during hooking and increases maximum loads during biting.
- Most models imitate a small fish, which is the best way to attract a predator.
- The color range of Yuzuri lures is very diverse, which allows you to choose a model that matches the color for certain conditions.
- Each wobbler is equipped with a small faceted weight. When it moves inside the bait, during wiring, noises are created that are attractive to predatory fish.
- The wide range of Yo-Zuri models makes it easy for an angler to choose a bait, as they are made for all types of fishing and water bodies.
Thanks to all these qualities, wobblers from the Japanese manufacturer Duel have become widely known and popular among anglers all over the world.
Reviews from fishermen
I don’t have one of the wobblers in my luggage yet, but I recently took it from a neighbor to try. Now I understand why my catch is several times smaller than his, the use of such bait is effective. I will definitely buy myself these, and not just one, but several with different colors and shapes. Grade:
Evgeniy Alexandrovich, 52 years old
About 30 years ago I had one bait that I made myself. And now there is nothing on sale, it is worth saying that some of the goods sold have absolutely no effect. But I can’t say the same about wobblers; for the first time I bought 2 pieces to try, now I have as many as 50 of them with me. They are all different in structure and purpose. Grade:
Dmitry Mitrofanovich, 70 years old
I also use wobblers and with a lot of experience I have collected a whole collection, as my little grandson says. The effectiveness of the catch also depends on the bait. Grade:
Anatoly Vladimirovich, 56 years old
Nonsense, I will never buy such nonsense again. Some say it’s inexpensive, but I don’t know, for me 500 rubles is money. Grade:
Denis Sergeevich, 47 years old
I do not agree with the previous review; the wobblers of this company fully perform their functions. Grade:
Miroslav Petrovich, 39 years old
Let's celebrate! Every experienced fisherman knows that the catch depends on the place of fishing and, to a greater extent, the bait, which will attract fish with its appearance. Therefore, you need to take many different baits with you when fishing; in this case, if one does not increase your catch, you should try another. The use of several wobblers is absolutely not recommended, as the colors are mixed and the fish’s perception is distorted.
Beware of fakes!
The Chinese have long learned to copy Yuzuri wobblers. Although replicas are completely similar in appearance, they are significantly inferior in quality to the originals. In this regard, we present you a list of the most common copies:
- Graceful Minnow (manufacturer Aiko) - an analogue of Crystal Minnow from Yuzuri;
- Div Minnow (manufacturer Aiko) - analogue of Dolce;
- CN04-04 (Grows Culture) – analogue of ZZ Pop;
- Bow 90F (RAIDEN) – similar to the Muddy Minnow.
Separately, it should be noted that most often the Chinese copy the Japanese L-Minnow wobbler. It received such names as Strike Pro Mustang Minnow, Atemi 505-06202, GRFISH LL-Minnow, etc.
Personal review of Yo-Zuri wobblers
3D popper is my first bait. I bought it 6 years ago. A few days before the purchase, I began to spend a lot of time searching for reliable information about wobblers. At that moment I had a great desire to replenish my arsenal with a model that could really give a good catch. I came across positive reviews about Yuzuri’s products by accident. However, the rating of wobblers, in which these Japanese lures occupied good positions, helped me finally decide on my choice.
My first wobbler from Yuzuri served me faithfully for several years. On the lake where I always go fishing, it perfectly attracted pike and perch. Of course, the specimens I came across were not large, because the length of the chosen model was only 6 centimeters, but it was enough for me. Once I even managed to catch a 2-kilogram pike on a 3D popper, which became the largest catch with this bait. If we talk about the process itself, then this wobbler makes it as comfortable as possible: it is convenient to cast and easy to retrieve, because the behavior of the bait is very predictable.
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Good impressions from the popper were the main reason for purchasing several dozen more Yo-Zuri wobblers, and I was not disappointed in my purchase. Now, being a wealthy person, I can even buy quite expensive baits from leading manufacturers, not to mention good Chinese replicas, but the basis of my collection of artificial baits for spinning remains Yuzuri wobblers. Meanwhile, they are also imperfect. Their main drawback is the hooks. If you fish with original tees, you may encounter a considerable number of derailments. Another disadvantage of the presented Japanese baits is the low level of strength of the top layer of coating, which peels off in a fairly short time of use. However, the good news is that the holographic layer, which makes the wobbler visually attractive, is located under the plastic, so the above-described drawback is almost invisible.
Thus, I would call Yuzuri wobblers high-quality baits for reasonable money. They are easy to cast, fishing with them is quite easy, and the fish bite perfectly. I have repeatedly recommended products manufactured under the Yo-Zuri brand to other fishermen, and those who listened to my opinion were satisfied.
