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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brad's Super Bait Mini Cut Plug?

The Brad's Super Bait Mini Cut Plug is a hollow plug for salmon and kokanee, sold as a 2-pack. The cavity packs with bait so it puts out both scent and a tight roll. It comes in five colors, including Mexican Hat, Shasta Blue, Wonderbread, and Netzel Special.

How do you fish the Mini Cut Plug for kokanee and salmon?

On Shasta Lake, guide Jeff Goodwin stuffs Brad's Mini Cut Plugs with tuna and runs them off divers and side planers. Pack the cavity full, troll slow so the plug rolls, and let the tuna scent trail pull kokanee and salmon into the strike.

Do you need to rig the Mini Cut Plug?

Most colors ship unrigged in the 2-pack, so you add your own hooks and leader. The Honeydew option comes rigged and ready. Stuff the cavity with tuna or your favorite bait, then run it off a diver or side planer the way guide Jeff Goodwin does on Shasta.

What colors does the Mini Cut Plug come in?

It comes in five: Mexican Hat, Shasta Blue, Wonderbread, Honeydew, and Netzel Special. Bright patterns like Wonderbread show up in deep or off-color water, while more natural tones work when it is clear. Stuff any of them with tuna for added scent.

What leaders should I use to rig the Mini Cut Plug?

For the unrigged 2-packs, tie on Fluorocarbon Maruto Sickle Double Hook Leaders. The low-visibility fluoro and pre-tied double hooks make it quick to rig the plug for salmon and kokanee. Set the trailing hook so it sits at the back of the packed cavity.