Hot Shot Minnow

The Hot Shot Minnow by X Zone Lures is an 8-cm soft plastic lure, ideal for drop-shot, Ned rig, and Damiki rig setups. Its floating body and movable tail fin create natural, enticing movements, perfect for bass, perch, and zander.

Length: 8 cm (3.25”)
Weight: 4 g
Lure type: Soft, mobile, high buoyancy
Recommended techniques: Drop Shot, Ned Rig, Damiki Rig
Target species: Bass, perch, zander
Material: High-strength soft PVC
Action: Natural undulation of the body and tail, instant rise on a Ned Rig
Rigging: Groove to adjust for the ideal hookup
Compatibility: All retrieval speeds
Advantages: Versatile, realistic, and highly effective on predatory fish

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	Code	Retail Price	Color	Net Length	Weight	Quantity Per Package	Net Length (Inches)
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8CM BASS CANDY x8 XZL-32120	€8.95	Bass Candy	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8CM PERCH x8 XZL-32124	€8.95	Perch	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8CUCUMBER x8 XZL-32125	€8.95	Cucumber	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8CM MINNOW MAGIC x8 XZL-32272	€8.95	Minnow Magic	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8CM 8BREAM x8 XZL-32273	€8.95	BREAM	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8"309" x8 XZL-32309	€8.95	309 (Brown)	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8CM GREEN PUMPKIN BLUE x8 XZL-32323	€8.95	Green Pumpkin Blue Flakes	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8 CM WARMOUTH x8 XZL-32375	€8.95	Warmouth	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8CM BIG LIMIT x8 XZL-32410	€8.95	Big Limit	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8 CM PEARL x8 XZL-32832	€8.95	Pearl White	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8CM CHARTREUSE PEARL x8 XZL-32835	€8.95	Pearl Chartreuse	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes
New	HOT SHOT MINNOW 8CM ELECTRIC SHAD x8 XZL-32840	€8.95	Electric Shad	8 cm	4 g	8	3.25 in
Packaging Pouch New Yes

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The Hot Shot Minnow is the latest creation from Brandon Palaniuk, the result of X Zone Lures’ expertise. Designed for delicate techniques such as the Drop-Shot, Ned Rig, or Damiki Rig, this 8 cm, 4 g lure is engineered to deliver a perfect presentation and ultra-natural movements.

Its high-floatation body and groove for adjusting the hook set ensure optimal rigging and maximum effectiveness. On a Ned Rig, it instantly rises toward the surface, and its tail fin undulates at the slightest movement, creating subtle yet irresistible vibrations for predators.

Extremely flexible and mobile, the Hot Shot Minnow attracts bass, perch, and zander with its realistic silhouette of a harmless little fish… while remaining a formidable weapon for fooling even the most wary predators. This lure combines technical sophistication, versatility, and effectiveness, making it a must-have for light tackle fishing.