{"product_id":"kaesu-x-the-strike-lop-hog-3-chocomint","title":"KAESU x The Strike LOP HOG 3 \"CHOCO MINT\" #105","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspired by a green-bellied freshwater shrimp discovered during a fall fishing trip on the Shougen River in 2024, CHOCO MINT was developed as an exclusive color for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kivami.eu\/de\/pages\/strike\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Strike Skate \u0026amp; Tackle Shop\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concept was born from the growing trend of \u003cstrong\u003eultra-finesse techniques producing trophy-class bass\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout Japan. Many of these patterns revolve around shrimp-like movements and forage, leading to the idea of \u003cstrong\u003ecreating a color specifically tailored to this modern approach\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt on the KAESU LOP HOG 3” platform, CHOCO MINT was designed primarily for bottom-contact presentations. \u003cstrong\u003eThe back features a chocolate brown tone inspired by our proven HITAKAMI color, while the belly incorporates a subtle mint green based on the unique shrimp that sparked the project.\u003c\/strong\u003e Carefully selected flake combinations add depth and realism while maintaining effectiveness around weeds and submerged vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout development, special attention was given to flake size, color, and reflectivity. Extensive field testing and sight-fishing observations revealed that excessive flash could reduce effectiveness, leading to multiple refinements. The final version utilizes subtle blue-silver flakes on the back and understated black flakes on the belly to create a more natural appearance and lifelike presence underwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a \u003cstrong\u003ecolor that balances realism and visibility \u003c\/strong\u003e- one that not only resembles a shrimp but remains effective across a wide range of water conditions, from clear water to lightly stained environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than just a forage-matching color, \u003cstrong\u003eCHOCO MINT is a practical, tournament-proven interpretation of the modern finesse game\u003c\/strong\u003e for targeting big fish.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eSpecs: KAESU LOP HOG 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Remarkable Ability - master of inducing strikes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eConcept \u0026amp; Action:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003eLOP HOG was designed with a singular focus: maximizing the effectiveness of its claw, the core element of any hog-style soft bait. Featuring a slender body and claws designed to retract during movement, it offers superior snag-less performance in heavy cover. While it maintains a compact silhouette during the fall, the claws flare open boldly upon reaching the bottom, creating a massive visual change that attracts fish far beyond its actual size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003eA unique notched structure on the main claws reacts to the slightest current, generating a tight vibration that extends to the arm and pintail. Whether shaken or dragged, the combination of the undulating claws and the high-frequency vibrations effectively lures fish in. While it excels in classic hog-style setups like Texas or Free rigs, the notched structure also makes it a surprisingly lethal option for Neko rigging - a rarity for this bait type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003eAdditionally, by leaving the factory lock (the bridge connecting the arms) intact, the lateral movement is restricted, forcing a vertical action ideal for heavy cover punching or Jig-Stroking (mid-strolling with a jig). The Lop Hog is a multi-functional bait that transcends the traditional hog-worm category.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eLength \u0026amp; weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e3 inch (7,62 cm) \/ approx. 4 g - (contains 7 lures per pack)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e15% Salt Material + Fish \u0026amp; Shrimp Scent Formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eSuggested hook sizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e#4 to #2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003eHog-style baits tend to tear when contacting heavy cover. To combat this, we selected a durable material with low salt content of 15% to ensure excellent hook-holding power. This material is a hallmark of KAESU soft baits and is highly rated by anglers for its longevity. It is furthermore infused with a powerful Fish \u0026amp; Shrimp Scent Formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eBody Form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003eThe slender body is weighted toward the claws, ensuring excellent castability when used on Texas rigs or as a jig trailer. This streamlined shape also contributes to its snag-less performance and compact profile. Hook point guards are located on both the top and bottom, allowing you to attack heavy cover without hesitation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eArm Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eLarge claws for powerful water displacement paired with small flapping arms create a complex wave motion and a dramatic silhouette change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eEven with lightweight sinkers, this notched design creates a tight vibration in the slightest current, sending micro-vibrations to the tip of the pintail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWhile usually removed before use, leaving the factory lock intact keeps the arms moving vertically. This is perfect for Jig stroking or high-speed cover flipping where you need maximum efficiency and a tighter profile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eRig:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eJig Trailer: Perfect for bottom-hopping rubber jigs or mid-water Jig stroking. Use \"factory lck off\" for bottom work and \" factory lock on\" for vertical mid-water action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eFree Rig: The Lop Hog excels here. It falls fast with a tight vibration, and once the weight hits the bottom, the low-salt material allows for a slow, enticing natural drift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eTexas rig \/ Jika rig: Best used with a mix of shaking, dragging, and lifts\/falls to engage the vibration of the notched claws.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/aJtdOQc6EqM?si=PU8I22vSemweuJF5\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eProduct video\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KAESU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58363621048645,"sku":"9180027451328","price":12.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1042\/3605\/6901\/files\/KAESU_Strike_LOP_HOG_3_CHOCO_MINT_main_03.png?v=1782344005","url":"https:\/\/kivami.eu\/products\/kaesu-x-the-strike-lop-hog-3-chocomint","provider":"Kivami","version":"1.0","type":"link"}