(PRICE w/o GST) - DUEL HARDCORE TROUT HEAVY FLAT 40S/60S/80S
The DUEL Hardcore Trout Heavy Flat series is a specialized line of heavy sinking minnows designed specifically for trout games in varying river environments—from tiny headwater streams to massive, powerful main rivers.
What sets this lure apart is its flat-sided body, which is engineered to provide maximum water displacement and a high-intensity "flashing" effect that triggers the predatory instincts of wild trout.
Technical Specifications
The series is divided into three distinct sizes, each weighted heavily to cut through fast currents and reach deep pools quickly.
| Model | Length | Weight | Hook Size | Ideal Environment |
| 40S | 40mm | 4.0g | #14 | Small mountain streams, headwaters (Keiryu) |
| 60S | 60mm | 8.0g | #10 | Mid-sized rivers and tributaries |
| 80S | 80mm | 13.5g | #6 | Large main rivers (Honryu) for trophy trout |
Key Performance Features
1. Flat-Side Body & Strong Flashing
The vertical, flat sides aren't just for show. When you twitch the rod, the lure rolls and darts aggressively, sending out a "strobe-light" flash. This is particularly effective in the broken water of rapids where visibility can be chaotic.
2. Shimmy Fall Action
One of the most lethal aspects of the Heavy Flat is its behavior on the pause. Instead of just sinking like a stone, it performs a "Shimmy Fall"—a vibrating, side-to-side flutter as it descends. Many strikes occur the moment you stop the retrieve.
3. High Stability in Current
Traditional minnows often "blow out" or tumble when they hit heavy white water. The Heavy Flat is weighted to stay submerged and tracking straight even when pulled against a strong downstream flow.
4. International Patent Features
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Hologram Lip: Some color variations feature a patented hologram on the lip itself, adding an extra dimension of flash during the dive.
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UV Tail Bite Marker: Targeted "hot spots" on the tail of specific models help fish zero in on the hook during low-light conditions.
Suggested Techniques
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The "Twitch & Pause": Use short, sharp snaps of the rod tip to make the lure dance. Follow with a 1-2 second pause to allow the shimmy fall to do its work.
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Deep Hole Exploration: Thanks to the heavy sinking rate, you can cast upstream of a deep pool and let the lure sink to the bottom before beginning a rhythmic retrieve.
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Bottom Bumping: In large rivers with the 80S, you can bounce the lure along the substrate to mimic a disoriented baitfish or sculpin.