Bottomup Hurry Slide

Bottomup’s Hurry Slide is a 3.3-inch worm designed to combine two seemingly conflicting characteristics: a backslide fall and self-generated action. By fine-tuning the shape of each component and the balance of the center of gravity, it falls in a tail-down position of approximately 45 degrees rather than horizontally. This allows it to backslide while catching a moderate amount of water and producing an action that makes the claws flutter. The compact body is made with a high-density salt formula, providing an average weight of at least 9.5 g. The material is also blended with powdered shrimp, squid, and baitfish.

The claws flutter even with the slight resistance created during the fall, while the pin-tail-shaped tips generate subtle vibrations. The antennae add lifelike movement through fine vibrations, and the bases at their roots help prevent interference with the line, contributing to a stable action. The side legs create little resistance during the fall and move by opening and closing when manipulated with the rod. The body features a center slit and a raised section for concealing the hook point, with attention given to both snag resistance and hook-setting performance. With a weightless backslide rig, allow the lure to fall by feeding it line slack freely; after it reaches the bottom, it can also be worked by lightly hopping it with the rod. If it becomes difficult to handle due to wind or current, a nail sinker can be added near the tail. 3/0–4/0 hooks are recommended. For a backslide rig, place the line eye on the base of the antennae and rig the hook point so that it exits through the top of the slit.