Daiwa Bait Junkie EWG Jigheads

Purpose-built weedless jigheads combining a deep EWG profile, BKK 2X Heavy Duty Saqsas coated hook and secure soft plastic retention for targeting snag-loving Australian predators around structure and cover.

The Daiwa Bait Junkie EWG Jigheads are designed to maximise the performance of modern soft plastics when fishing weedless presentations in Australian conditions. Built around a custom-designed BKK 2X Heavy Duty Saqsas coated hook, the deeper EWG profile provides the gape, strength and holding power needed when targeting hard-fighting fish in areas where conventional exposed-hook jigheads can be difficult to use.

A precision-engineered flat section at the rear of the hook bend helps stop the soft plastic sliding along the hook, while an integrated lead chin keeper provides additional holding strength through repeated casts and aggressive strikes. The flat underside of the lead head also allows buoyant soft plastics to stand naturally off the bottom, making these jigheads a versatile option for bream, bass, mulloway, barramundi, mangrove jacks and other predators holding tight to structure.

Key Benefits

• Deep EWG Hook Profile – Provides the gape required for weedless soft plastic rigging while offering the strength and holding power needed for hard-fighting species.
• BKK 2X Heavy Duty Saqsas Coated Hook – Combines a heavy-duty hook construction with Saqsas coating for serious soft plastic fishing applications.
• Precision Flat Hook Section – Helps lock the soft plastic into position and reduces unwanted movement up or down the hook shank during retrieves.
• Integrated Lead Chin Keeper – Adds extra holding strength to keep soft plastics securely seated through repeated casting and aggressive strikes.
• Flat-Bottom Head Design – Allows buoyant soft plastics to stand naturally off the bottom for a more lifelike presentation.
• Weedless Rigging – Helps anglers work soft plastics through structure, cover and challenging terrain that can be difficult to fish effectively with exposed hooks.

Product Information

• Brand: Daiwa
• Model: Bait Junkie EWG Jigheads
• Hook: BKK 2X Heavy Duty Saqsas coated EWG hook
• Hook Sizes: #2, #1, #1/0, #2/0, #3/0, #4/0 and #5/0
• Target Species: Bream, bass, mulloway, barramundi, mangrove jacks and other structure-oriented predators
• Technique: Weedless soft plastic fishing
• Environment: Structure, cover and snag-filled fishing areas
• Pack Quantity: 5 pieces for #2, #1 and #1/0; 4 pieces for #2/0, #3/0, #4/0 and #5/0

Expert Advice

The Bait Junkie EWG Jighead is particularly useful when fish are holding where an exposed hook is likely to continually snag. Rig your soft plastic straight along the hook so it sits naturally without twisting or bunching, then position the hook point for a weedless presentation. Match the EWG hook size to the profile of your soft plastic so there is enough gape for the lure to clear the hook during a strike. Around timber, weed, rock and other heavy cover, fish the lure deliberately and maintain enough contact to detect bites without constantly pulling the presentation away from the strike zone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Daiwa Bait Junkie EWG Jigheads designed for?

They are designed for weedless soft plastic fishing around structure, cover and difficult terrain. The EWG hook configuration allows anglers to present soft plastics in areas where a traditional exposed-hook jighead may be more prone to snagging.

What hook sizes are available in the Bait Junkie EWG Jigheads?

The range includes #2, #1, #1/0, #2/0, #3/0, #4/0 and #5/0 hook sizes. This range allows anglers to choose an EWG jighead that better matches the size and profile of the soft plastic being rigged.

How many Daiwa Bait Junkie EWG Jigheads come in a pack?

Hook sizes #2, #1 and #1/0 contain five jigheads per pack. The larger #2/0, #3/0, #4/0 and #5/0 sizes contain four jigheads per pack.

What fish can I target with Bait Junkie EWG Jigheads?

They are designed for a broad range of structure-oriented predators including bream, bass, mulloway, barramundi and mangrove jacks. The weedless configuration is particularly useful when these fish are holding around snags, weed and other cover.