The Blitz Grub is a compact, do-it-all profile that earns its keep as a trailer or a standalone jighead bait. It’s the “small bait that still moves water” option—easy to fish, easy to tune, and money when you need steady action without a big footprint.

Bladed Jig

When/Where: Wind, chop, stained water, and anytime you want a little extra vibration without upsizing your whole presentation.

How: Thread it straight so the tail tracks true. Start with a steady retrieve, then add short stalls—often the bite happens right as it re-starts.

Why: The grub tail keeps moving at slower speeds, helping the bait “hunt” when fish are following but not committing.

Tuning: If it rolls, re-rig straighter and/or trim a tiny bit off the head so it seats perfectly.

Spinnerbait

When/Where: Around scattered grass, wood edges, docks, and wind-blown banks—especially when fish want a smaller trailer.

How: Thread it snug and centered. Slow-roll it deeper, or wake it higher in the column with the rod tip up.

Why: It adds lift + a consistent tail thump that complements blades without overpowering them.

Tuning: For more “hang time,” run it a touch higher and kill it next to cover.

Swim Jig

When/Where: Shallow grass lanes, weed edges, and along hard transitions where fish pin bait to cover.

How: Swim it steadily, then pop it free when you tick grass. Keep the trailer straight so the jig tracks true.

Why: The tail stays active at slow speeds, so you can fish it “patient” and still look alive.

Tuning: If you want less lift, rig it perfectly straight and keep your rod tip down.

Underspin

When/Where: Clear to lightly stained water, schooling fish, or anytime you want subtle flash without going full-size swimbait.

How: Thread it straight and fish a steady retrieve. Mix in a few quick turns of the handle to change cadence.

Why: The combination of flash + tail action is a reliable “search” look that still feels finesse.

Tuning: If short strikes show up, slow down and keep it level through the strike zone longer.

Standard (Ball) Jig Head

When/Where: Rivers, current seams, rock, sand, and any time you want a simple “count it down and go” presentation.

How: Cast, let it fall, then swim it just off bottom. Mix in short hops when you contact rock.

Why: It’s the cleanest way to let the tail do the work—great for covering water while still staying in the strike zone.

Tuning: If you’re snagging, lighten up and keep it moving; if you’re not touching bottom enough, bump weight slightly.

Texas Rig

When/Where: Grass, brush, and shallow cover where you need a weedless small profile.

How: Rig it straight and snug. Swim it through openings, then let it fall on a semi-slack line next to targets.

Why: You get a compact bait that can still “swim” on the move, but won’t hang up like exposed-hook options.

Tuning: If bites are timid, try a lighter weight and longer pauses on the fall.

Clear water

What wins: Natural, low-glare looks with subtle contrast. Think “matches the forage” more than “gets noticed.”

How to choose: Prioritize translucence and soft contrast. If fish follow without eating, downshift to a calmer look and slow your retrieve.

Stained water

What wins: Medium-to-strong contrast so the bait reads clearly, plus enough opacity to hold its shape visually.

How to choose: Pick a body that “silhouettes” and a tail that pops just enough to be tracked on a steady retrieve.

Muddy / low light

What wins: High-contrast, high-visibility profiles. The goal is a clean silhouette fish can locate fast.

How to choose: Go bolder and/or brighter, and lean into vibration/flash presentations (underspin, bladed jig) to help fish find it.

Qwik Color picks (no-nonsense decision list)

Bright sun + clear water: subtle, natural, low-glare.
Clouds + clear water: slightly more contrast than normal.
Light stain: medium contrast with a clearly defined tail.
Heavy stain: bold contrast; reduce “see-through.”
Muddy: maximize silhouette; don’t be shy about visibility.
Dawn/dusk: contrast first; add flash via underspin if needed.
Short strikes: downshift visibility and slow your cadence.
No follows at all: upshift visibility and cover water faster.

Specs & build

Length: 2.0"
Profile: Compact grub body with an active curl-tail that stays moving on slow retrieves
Material: Soft-plastic
Species: Crappie, perch, walleye, smallmouth, largemouth, and any predator that eats small forage
Best pairings: Micro jig heads, underspins, swim jigs, spinnerbaits, and bladed jigs
Availability: All orders are poured to order and ship within 1–2 business days from Iowa.
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: https://qwikfishing.com/recycling/

Pack quantity is set on the product listing (handy when you’re planning how many bodies to keep ready for trailer duty).

On-the-water notes

If fish are tracking but not eating, slow the retrieve until you can feel the tail just barely working.
When you’re ticking grass, a quick “pop free” triggers reaction bites—especially with swim jigs and underspins.
As a trailer, rig it perfectly straight; most “it rolls” problems are just a crooked thread.
When bites are light, try longer pauses—this tail starts back up fast and sells the restart.

Q&A

Why pick the Blitz Grub instead of a bigger trailer?
When fish want a smaller meal (or you’re matching smaller forage), this keeps action high without giving them a bulky profile to inspect. It’s also an easy “always works” option for newer anglers because the tail does the heavy lifting.

Why pick this on a jig head instead of a minnow-style plastic?
A curl-tail grub gives you built-in movement at slower speeds. That’s a big deal when fish are following but not chasing—especially in cooler water or pressured areas.