The X-80 Trick Darter is a compact 80mm minnow designed to closely mimic the natural baitfish profile. Its exaggerated body height—1.7 times that of conventional minnows—creates a unique shiner-shaped form that displaces water with authority.
Equipped with Megabass' patented LBO (Low-center-of-gravity Balancer Orbit) system, the lure features a fixed low-center weight forward and a multi-purpose moving weight rear. This delivers exceptional casting distance and a dynamic, wide-wobbling rolling action on straight retrieve, along with sharp, erratic flashes during stop-and-go or twitching.
Suspending out of the box, the X-80 Trick Darter excels in pressured, clear-water situations. Its irregular darting action triggers strikes from wary bass, making it a versatile tool for both beginners and experienced anglers.
Small Profile. Massive Presence.
 
The Megabass X-80 TRICK DARTER was developed around the classic Japanese “match the bait” philosophy, faithfully reproducing the compact baitfish profiles found in Japanese waters.
 
At just 80.5 mm, its unusually tall body creates a larger visual presence while retaining a compact overall profile. Its unique shiner-style body, positioned between a minnow and a shad, generates an aggressive combination of flash, wobble, and irregular darting action.
 
Flash. Dart. Wobble.
Inside the X-80 is Megabass' specialized weight system: a fixed low center of gravity at the front combined with a multi-purpose weight transfer system at the rear. This gives the lure exceptional stability while producing a wide, unpredictable darting action.
 
On a straight retrieve, the X-80 generates a dynamic rolling action while following a natural meandering trajectory. Even without advanced jerkbait techniques, a simple stop-and-go retrieve instantly produces a flashing, fluttering wobble.
 
Why Choose the X-80 TRICK DARTER?
Designed around the “match the bait” philosophy
Compact 80.5 mm shiner-style profile
Body height approximately 1.7× that of conventional minnows
Dynamic flash and wide irregular darting
Sharp shad-like wobble and rolling action
Specialized front-fixed/rear-transfer weight system
Easy-to-use action with simple stop-and-go retrieves
Excellent choice when bass are feeding on compact baitfish
 
Specifications
Length: 80.5 mm
Weight: 3/8 oz.
Type: Suspending
Hooks: #6 × 2
 
Compact by Design. Aggressive by Nature.
The X-80 TRICK DARTER turns a compact baitfish profile into an unusually powerful strike trigger—combining flash, wobble, and unpredictable movement in a lure that even a simple retrieve can bring to life.
 
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