{"product_id":"xcite-10-raptor-tail","title":"Xcite Baits Raptor Tail Ribbon Tail Worm – 7\" \u0026 10\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXcite Baits Raptor Tail Ribbon Tail Worm\u003c\/strong\u003e is available in 7-inch and 10-inch sizes, giving bass anglers a choice between a more manageable full-size worm and an oversized presentation for targeting larger bites. Select the size and color to suit the water, cover, and presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSizes \u0026amp; Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7-inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e A versatile size for fishing grass edges, brush, docks, points, and transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10-inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e An oversized worm option for working deeper structure, ledges, offshore points, and larger presentations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eXmark Outdoors — Suggested Rigging\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas rig:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thread the worm onto an appropriately sized offset worm hook and rig the point weedless. Add a bullet weight appropriate to the depth and cover; pitch to brush or grass edges, allow it to reach bottom, then lift and pause. Check that the hook has enough gap for the chosen worm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarolina rig:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place a sliding weight and bead above a swivel, tie on a leader and suitable worm hook, then rig the worm straight. Drag the rig slowly over points, gravel, and offshore transitions while keeping contact with the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFishing Techniques \u0026amp; Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with slow lifts, short hops, and pauses around cover. In deeper water, drag the worm over hard-bottom changes or ledges. Try natural colors in clear water and higher-contrast colors when visibility is limited. The 10-inch size is useful when you want a larger profile; use the 7-inch size when fish prefer a less bulky presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Rigging \u0026amp; Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair with an appropriately sized worm hook, bullet weight, or Carolina-rig terminal tackle. 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