Shimano Sephia Clinch Long Appeal Jet Boost Squid Jigs

The first thing we could say about the Shimano Sephia Clinch Long Appeal Jet Boost Squid Jigs is that they can achieve an outstanding casting distance and a slow fall rate, both of which attributes will change the world of squid fishing.

The Shimano Sephia Clinch Long Appeal Jet Boost is an Egi with a slow sinking speed and is effective for the large in size and the cautious squids. To achieve that, the weight of the lure has been reduced by Shimano in order to make it fall at a slower pace, which reduces its casting distance and makes the darting action less sharp. A lighter squid jig, achieves lesser casting distance, no more. The Egi squid lure that overcomes this problem and overturns common sense, with the Jet Boost technology.  It delivers overwhelming long casting performance, with an average flying distance of 52m.

The Jet Boost mechanism involves a spring-loaded piston, into the lure. During casting, the piston moves to the lure’s tail, shifting the center of gravity, resulting in the shot reaching record distances. As soon as the bait falls in the water, the spring pushes the weight forward, transferring the center of gravity again, so that the swimming motion becomes natural and balance is restored, as the retrieval commences.

What is the Flash Boost technology that Shimano applies to a number of lures and we can now find even in the Sephia Flash Boost Egis? The Flash Boost technology features an internal panel, which shimmers continuously. This Shimano patented system, uses a reflective mirror, suspended by micro springs, which harnesses light and UV rays, to attract squid throughout the water column. Even the mildest touch on a Shimano Flash Boost lure will trigger the reflective mirror. As a result the body’s kinetic energy, produces the continuous flashing effect, which is highly effective to nearby predators. When the retrieve of the lure is paused, it is then that predators are most likely to strike. Flash boost technology allows the Shimano lures to be visible from a long distance, regardless if the water is murky, or conditions are low light.

The sinking speed is approximately 7.4 seconds per meter, realizing a fall slower than that of a typical shallow-type Egi squid lure. It has a long appeal in terms of both distance and time.

This new type of Egi squid lure by Shimano, combines an unparalleled casting distance, with a slow fall rate and opens a new door for targeting large squids.