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Strike King Thunder Cricket Vibrating Swim Jig 3/8 Spot Remover$10.83
Availability: In Stock
The Strike King Thunder Cricket vibrating swim jig is a bladed swim jig designed by some of bass fishing's most respected names—Kevin VanDam, Greg Hackney, and Andy Montgomery. This 5/8 oz version brings the signature vibrating action and flash that has made the Thunder Cricket a favorite among tournament anglers and serious bass hunters. Whether you're working shallow cover, pulling through deep structure, or covering water fast, this jig delivers the thump and visibility bass respond to in competitive conditions.
What sets the Thunder Cricket apart is its combination of a stainless steel blade and the Panther Hide Paint finish, which provides both the vibration and visual stimulation bass can't ignore. The blade is engineered to be ultra-thin and ultra-stiff, maintaining consistent action whether you're fishing slow or burning it through the water column. The jungle-style flipping hook is built for solid hook-ups when fish commit, so you land what bites.
This is a swim jig that performs across multiple scenarios. Slower presentations work shallow grass and wood; speed up through deeper basins or around offshore structure and it generates the aggressive thump that triggers reaction strikes. The vibrating action creates a distinctive feel on the rod that experienced anglers learn to read quickly, making it easier to stay in contact with bottom or cover as you work it.
| Weight | 5/8 oz |
| Product Type | Bladed Vibrating Swim Jig |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Hook Style | Jungle-Style Flipping |
| Finish | Panther Hide Paint |
Vibrating swim jigs work best when you vary your retrieve—try burning it through shallow cover for reaction strikes, or slow-rolling it along deeper structure and drop-offs. The blade generates vibration and flash at any speed, so match your presentation to where the bass are holding that day.
The 5/8 oz weight is ideal for shallow to moderate-depth presentations, grass and wood cover, and situations where you want to maintain control through the upper and middle water column. It casts well with standard bass gear and stays in the strike zone longer on slower retrieves.
Panther Hide is Strike King's proprietary paint system designed to resist chipping and maintain its finish through repeated contact with cover and structure. It also enhances the visual profile of the jig in the water.
Yes—the Thunder Cricket was designed by tournament pros specifically for competitive situations where reliability and consistent action matter. Its proven hook-up ratio and versatile presentation make it a dependable choice when it counts.
SKU: 127814640 • Weight: 0.25oz
Availability: In Stock
The Strike King Thunder Cricket vibrating swim jig is a bladed swim jig designed by some of bass fishing's most respected names—Kevin VanDam, Greg Hackney, and Andy Montgomery. This 5/8 oz version brings the signature vibrating action and flash that has made the Thunder Cricket a favorite among tournament anglers and serious bass hunters. Whether you're working shallow cover, pulling through deep structure, or covering water fast, this jig delivers the thump and visibility bass respond to in competitive conditions.
What sets the Thunder Cricket apart is its combination of a stainless steel blade and the Panther Hide Paint finish, which provides both the vibration and visual stimulation bass can't ignore. The blade is engineered to be ultra-thin and ultra-stiff, maintaining consistent action whether you're fishing slow or burning it through the water column. The jungle-style flipping hook is built for solid hook-ups when fish commit, so you land what bites.
This is a swim jig that performs across multiple scenarios. Slower presentations work shallow grass and wood; speed up through deeper basins or around offshore structure and it generates the aggressive thump that triggers reaction strikes. The vibrating action creates a distinctive feel on the rod that experienced anglers learn to read quickly, making it easier to stay in contact with bottom or cover as you work it.
| Weight | 5/8 oz |
| Product Type | Bladed Vibrating Swim Jig |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Hook Style | Jungle-Style Flipping |
| Finish | Panther Hide Paint |
Vibrating swim jigs work best when you vary your retrieve—try burning it through shallow cover for reaction strikes, or slow-rolling it along deeper structure and drop-offs. The blade generates vibration and flash at any speed, so match your presentation to where the bass are holding that day.
The 5/8 oz weight is ideal for shallow to moderate-depth presentations, grass and wood cover, and situations where you want to maintain control through the upper and middle water column. It casts well with standard bass gear and stays in the strike zone longer on slower retrieves.
Panther Hide is Strike King's proprietary paint system designed to resist chipping and maintain its finish through repeated contact with cover and structure. It also enhances the visual profile of the jig in the water.
Yes—the Thunder Cricket was designed by tournament pros specifically for competitive situations where reliability and consistent action matter. Its proven hook-up ratio and versatile presentation make it a dependable choice when it counts.
SKU: 127814640 • Weight: 0.25oz