{"product_id":"4511474103235","title":"Smith Spinnerbait Niakis 4g #03 AY Sweetfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eLength: 5.0cm (body length: 2.5cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nUses chemically sharpened treble #10 hooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Niakis\" fish-body spinner was created as an original SMITH product by addressing the inherent weaknesses of standard spinners, incorporating a unique form not found in off-the-shelf models, and prioritizing ease of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLine twist has long been considered a major drawback of spinners. While attaching a snap-swivel can significantly mitigate this issue, many anglers avoid doing so because the added length disrupts the lure's visual balance and can compromise handling.\u003cbr\u003e\nHowever, a spinner's primary appeal to fish comes from the rotation of its blade—yet that very rotation is the main culprit behind line twist. The spinning blade causes the lure's body to rotate as well, which in turn leads to line twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo solve this, we developed a \"rolling-swivel-integrated shaft\" for the Niakis, incorporating a swivel mechanism directly into the shaft itself to drastically reduce line twist.\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, since fixing the body to the shaft in conventional spinners contributes to line twist, we designed the Niakis with clearance between the body and the shaft, thereby minimizing shaft rotation caused by the body's movement.\u003cbr\u003e\nInstead of the conical or top-shaped bodies common in traditional spinners, the Niakis features a realistic minnow-shaped body. Rather than a simple round profile, it utilizes a thin, vertically elongated shape with flat sides that create a flashing effect when the lure is worked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile conventional spinners merely alter the blade's rotation speed when manipulated, the Niakis produces unique movements—such as body swaying and side-to-side flashing—that are unmatched by other lures.\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditionally, the blade—the heart of any spinner—features excellent startup responsiveness, ensuring the rotation tracks precisely even with subtle changes in reeling speed. Many anglers who use spinners have likely experienced situations where a fish follows the lure but fails to strike. This often happens because the spinner's movement tends to be rather monotonous—aside from the blade's rotation, there is little variation in the action, and it simply lacks that extra bit of appeal needed to trigger a bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith the Niakis, however, you can achieve great results by using your own creativity to vary the action—such as imparting movement with the rod tip or letting the lure flutter down during the fall.\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditionally, the hook is attached via a split ring rather than being fixed directly to the shaft. This design allows anglers to easily swap hooks to suit personal preferences or comply with specific local fishing regulations. It is also an ideal choice for anglers who are particular about maintaining sharp hook points.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SMITH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50488809783552,"sku":"4511474103235","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/7566\/5152\/files\/4511474103235.jpg?v=1790766109","url":"https:\/\/asianportal-fishing.com\/products\/4511474103235","provider":"ASIAN PORTAL FISHING","version":"1.0","type":"link"}