The BASSWORM 145 is a revolutionary soft lure developed by Imakatsu , recognized as the world's first soft bait faithfully reproducing the shape, posture and behavior of a black bass .
While bluegill-imitating lures are ubiquitous, the BASSWORM was born from a simple but bold question: why was there no real bass-shaped lure?

The BASSWORM concept is based on an asymmetrical body with a single slot on one side , generating a completely unique action. This design allows for an extremely realistic reproduction of the behavior of a panicked young bass , desperately seeking refuge in rocks, submerged wood, or weed beds to escape a predator.

Rigged with a heavy weight and low center of gravity (steak or football jig head rig), the BASSWORM 145 is designed to be stabilized on the bottom and then worked with micro-shakes in place . This fixed point of support allows the lure to vibrate and thrash within a very short radius, giving the illusion of a trapped, panicked, and vulnerable fish.

The semi-flat, slightly firm material, combined with the one-sided slit, amplifies the twisting and unbalancing effect during the retrieve. The result is a crisp, believable, and highly triggering action , even on highly educated fish or under heavy fishing pressure.

Thanks to its versatility, the BASSWORM 145 can also be used in Texas rig, weightless, neko rig or surface animation , offering a wide range of actions from discreet i-shape to violent surface panic .