Depending on the model, the head of the hook comes weighted or unweighted. Swimbait hooks are available unweighted or come equipped with a “belly weight” located halfway down the shank of the hook. Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe! If you plan to throw a wide range of varying weights then you will need more than one rod. The longer body profile gives the bait a wider “S-shaped” swimming action than that of a standard swimbait. The rubber on the good quality baits is reinforced so it can withstand the wear and tear from fighting fish. Typically you are choosing between a swimbait hook, a jig head hook, or a straight shank hook. Don’t forget, these bigger bass your targeting have tougher mouths and you need that extra hookset power to get the hooks to puncture their skin. My Account; My Cart; Log In Smaller models sure, but once your in to 8″ baits weighing well over an ounce you will need suitable gear. Buckeye Lures JWill Weedless Swimbait Heads $ 6.89. Shop quality Swimbaits in our Bass store at FishUSA. The head comes though cover and across structure without getting snagged like other swimbait heads. Dirty Jigs Tackle. $5.99 4 Colors. Starting at $6.49. Dirty Jigs Matt Stefan Guppy Swimbait Jig Head $ 5.99. The eyelet for tying your line is usually right at the tip of the nose, but on some models it’s a little further up on the head, making it better for dragging along the bottom. Eco Pro Tungsten Trokar Thunder Spin . BIG SWIMBAIT HEADS, 1oz WITH HEAVY 6/0 VMC 7161BN SALTWATER HOOKS, 5 PACK! I use 1/16-ounce head in shallow water and 1/8-ounce head in deeper water.