Daiwa Bait Junkie 4 Inch Wave Minnow Lure

A versatile curl-tail soft plastic that delivers lively action at very slow speeds, making it an excellent choice for flathead, snapper, mulloway, perch and reef species.

The Daiwa Bait Junkie 4 Inch Wave Minnow Lure is a 101.6mm soft plastic designed for estuary and inshore anglers who need reliable action across both shallow and deeper presentations. Its distinctive Wave-shaped curl tail catches the water with minimal movement, opening and pulsing even at slow retrieve speeds to create an enticing presentation for cautious predators.

The slim profile closely imitates baitfish, prawns and other common forage, while Daiwa's buoyant Elastomax material helps keep the tail elevated off the bottom. This allows the Wave Minnow to maintain lifelike movement when paused or sitting in current, while Amino-X natural flavour and scent helps mask unnatural plastic odours and encourages fish to hold on longer.

Key Benefits

• Wave-shaped curl tail – The upturned tail catches water easily and produces an active pulsing action even at very slow retrieve speeds.
• Buoyant Elastomax material – Stretchy and durable construction helps keep the tail elevated for continued movement when the lure is paused or worked near the bottom.
• Amino-X flavour and scent – Natural-based flavour and scent masks unnatural plastic odours and encourages fish to hold the lure longer, giving anglers more time to react.
• Slim forage profile – Closely imitates baitfish, prawns and other common prey encountered by Australian estuary and inshore predators.
• Versatile presentation – Performs across a broad range of jighead weights, making it suitable for shallow flats, deeper water and current.
• Action during pauses – The buoyant tail can continue moving in current when the lure is paused, keeping the soft plastic working in the strike zone.

Product Information

• Brand: Daiwa
• Model: Bait Junkie 4 Inch Wave Minnow
• Length: 101.6mm / 4 inches
• Material: Elastomax
• Target Species: Flathead, snapper, mulloway, perch and reef species
• Technique: Soft plastic fishing
• Environment: Estuary and inshore
• Pack Quantity: 4

Expert Advice

The Wave Minnow is a useful option when fish want plenty of tail movement without a fast retrieve. For flathead, work it close to the bottom with slow hops, short lifts and deliberate pauses, allowing the buoyant tail to keep moving between rod movements. For snapper, mulloway and deeper-water fishing, select a jighead heavy enough to reach the required depth while retaining the lure's natural swimming action. In current, try holding or slowly working the lure through likely feeding zones and let the flowing water activate the curl tail rather than constantly moving the rod.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch with the Daiwa Bait Junkie 4 Inch Wave Minnow?

The Wave Minnow is designed for a broad range of estuary and inshore predators, including flathead, snapper, mulloway, perch and reef species. Its 4-inch profile can imitate both small baitfish and prawns.

Does the Wave Minnow work on a slow retrieve?

Yes. The distinctive upturned Wave tail is designed to catch water and produce swimming action at very slow retrieve speeds. This makes the soft plastic particularly useful when fish are reluctant to chase faster-moving presentations.

Can I fish the Bait Junkie Wave Minnow on the bottom?

Yes. Daiwa's buoyant Elastomax material helps keep the tail elevated off the bottom, allowing it to maintain a natural posture and movement during pauses. This suits bottom-oriented presentations for species such as flathead.

How many Daiwa Bait Junkie 4 Inch Wave Minnows are in a pack?

Each pack contains four 4-inch Wave Minnow soft plastics. Each lure measures 101.6mm in length.