Coda Lures MataBore Wire Tied Tungsten Skirted Punching Weight
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Coda Lures MataBore Wire Tied Tungsten Skirted Punching Weight
On-the-water overview (demo copy)
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Specs & build (demo copy)
Specs & build (demo copy)
Care & storage (demo copy)
Care & storage (demo copy)
Best ways to fish it (demo)
Swim Jig Trailer
Shallow grass, slow roll
Texas Rig
Pitching to cover
Ball Jig Head
Dragging sand or rock
Split Shot
Natural subtle glides
How, where, and why it excels
Punching Rig
When & where: Thick mats (milfoil, hydrilla, cheese), reed edges, topped-out grass, and gnarly wood where you need a clean entry and fast fall.
How: Peg the MataBore tight to the hook (bobber stop). Pitch/flip to small openings, let it punch through on semi-slack, then “pop-settle” it: one short lift, let it fall back, then move to the next hole.
Why it works: Tungsten keeps the profile compact for better penetration, and the wire-tied skirt adds bulk + flare once it’s under the mat—so you get a bigger meal look without needing a bulky plastic.
Tuning: Start at 1 oz for most topped-out cover. Jump to 1.25–1.5 oz when the canopy is thick enough that your bait “hangs” before breaking through.
Texas Rig
When & where: Heavy pads, reeds, brushy edges, or anytime you want a “punch vibe” but you’re fishing edges instead of straight-down mat holes.
How: Rig a compact craw/creature, keep the weight pegged, and work it like a short-stroke: lift 6–12", let it crash back down, then pause.
Why it works: The skirt “breathes” on the pause and helps your bait look alive even when you’re barely moving it.
Tuning: If bites feel like mushy pressure, shorten your pause and keep contact—heavy cover fish often inhale and sit.
Trim & Mods (quick hits)
- Skirt length: If the skirt overwhelms a smaller craw, trim it so it ends right around the hook bend area.
- Noise control: If you want stealth, keep the stop snug and avoid extra beads above the weight.
- Hook choice: Straight-shank flipping hooks shine when you’re driving a hookset upward through grass stems.
- Line: This is a braid + leader (or straight braid) situation most days; the whole point is control.
Dial it in
- Clear: Keep the whole package “quiet.” Natural craw/bluegill tones under a mat look real and don’t spook fish that can actually see your bait on the fall.
- Stained: More contrast wins. Darker craws and two-tone looks help fish track the bait as it drops through broken light.
- Muddy / Low light: Go silhouette-first. Dark, bulky profiles with a steady fall get found faster—then let the skirt breathe on the pause.
Qwik Color recommendations
- Natural + subtle: When the mat is thin and fish can see your bait under it—match “green things” and keep it believable.
- High-contrast craw: When the water is stained and you want the fish to find it mid-fall.
- Dark silhouette: Early/late, clouds, or muddy water—make it easy to locate.
- Bluegill vibe: Around pad stems and reed clumps where bluegill live—bulk + flare is the tell.
- “Same-but-louder” swap: If you’re getting followers/pecks, keep the rig the same and just increase contrast before changing sizes.
Size cue: If you’re not getting through on the first drop, don’t “work harder”—go heavier. Penetration is the whole game with mats.
Specs & Build
- Length: N/A (weight component)
- Profile: Wire-tied tungsten skirted punching weight designed for heavy cover penetration
- Material: Tungsten weight + skirt (wire-tied)
- Species: Largemouth bass (also works for any “cover fish” that live in the thick stuff)
- Best Pairings: Straight-shank flipping hook, bobber stops, compact craw/creature baits, heavy braid, stout rod; match weight to mat thickness
- Availability: Available in 1 oz, 1.25 oz, and 1.5 oz. Ships from our Cedar Falls, Iowa warehouse.
Care & Storage
Store flat in the original bag to preserve shape. Keep dark colors separate to avoid bleeding. Compatible with most gel scents.
Plastics Recycling
Don't toss torn baits, recycle or dispose of properly. Learn more here: Soft Plastics Recycling.
Proof & Community
On-the-Water Notes
- Mat holes: Treat each opening like a “micro spot.” One clean drop, one pop, one pause—then move.
- Getting bit on the fall: If bites feel like your bait “stops early,” crack them—fish often pin it against stems.
- Stems & reeds: Heavier sizes shine when you need your bait to track straight down instead of drifting.
- After the punch: Let the skirt do the selling—pause longer than you think once you’re under the canopy.
Q&A
Q: Why pick a skirted punching weight over a standard (unskirted) tungsten weight?
A: You get the same compact tungsten penetration, but the skirt adds “instant bulk” once you’re under the mat—more flare on the pause, a bigger profile without upsizing plastics, and an easy way to change the look while keeping the exact same punch setup.
