The Northland Stingr Hook Slip-On is a specialized terminal tackle solution designed to increase your “hook-up” ratio when fishing with live bait or soft plastics. Known as a “trailer” or “stinger” hook, these are essential for targeting short-striking fishthose that nip at the tail of your bait without committing to the main jig head. The slip-on design is particularly convenient, allowing you to add or remove the secondary hook in seconds without having to re-tie your entire rig.

Key Features:

• Slip-On Convenience: Features a rubber-coated or specialized loop that slides directly over the eye or the bend of your primary jig hook. This creates a secure connection that stays in place during the cast and retrieve.
• Premium Needle-Point Hooks: Forged from high-quality steel with ultra-sharp points to ensure immediate penetration, even on the slightest “tail-nipping” strikes.
• Flexible Leader: The hook is attached via a short, high-strength monofilament or wire leader (depending on the specific model), providing the perfect amount of “swing” to catch fish that miss the main hook.
• Increased Success Rate: Ideal for cold-water situations or high-pressure days when walleye, perch, and bass are biting “short” and missing the primary hook.
• Universal Fit: Designed to work seamlessly with almost any brand of jig head or live-bait rig.

Usage Tips:

• For Live Bait: Attach the stinger hook so it rests near the tail of your minnow or the end of your nightcrawler.
• For Soft Plastics: Simply let the stinger hook trail behind your paddle tail or grub. You can either leave it “free-swinging” or lightly tuck one barb into the plastic to keep it streamlined.

The Slip-On String’r Hook is the ultimate “short-strike insurance” for walleye and jumbo perch anglers. Often, fish will nip at the tail of your bait without ever inhaling the main jig hook. By adding this secondary “stinger,” you effectively move your hook-point further back into the strike zone, turning those frustrating “bumps” into solid hooksets.

Key Performance Features:

• Trailer Hitch Compatibility: Designed specifically to clip onto the “Trailer Hitch” found at the base of specialized jig heads (like the Northland Fire-Ball). This creates a direct, secure connection that won’t slide up the line or interfere with the jig’s balance.
• 12lb Performance Lead: The 2 5/8-inch lead is constructed from high-quality 12lb test line. This provides enough strength to land big “eyes” while remaining flexible enough to allow your live bait or plastic trailer to move naturally in the current.
• Size #10 Trebl