Westin Swim Glidebait 12 cm / 53 g is a neutrally buoyant glidebait lure with a wide S-shaped swimming action that mimics an injured or fleeing baitfish.
Westin Swim Glidebait 12 cm / 53 g is a neutrally buoyant glidebait lure with a wide S-shaped swimming action that mimics an injured or fleeing baitfish. The suspending construction allows you to pause during retrieval, keeping the lure at approximately the same depth and within the predator's field of vision. Suitable for use in: Pike fishing Fishing for larger perch Fishing in lakes and rivers Fishing from boat or shore Targeting the mid-water column Steady retrieve fishing Fishing with pulls and pauses Slow fishing in cold water Triggering passive predators Searching for active fish Using with spinning and jerkbait tackle For anglers who want a lure that holds its depth during pauses Why choose the Westin Swim Glidebait Suspending? 12 cm profile attracts predator attention 53 g weight supports long and accurate casts Neutral, i.e., suspending buoyancy Stays at approximately the same depth during pauses Distinctive wide S-shaped swimming action Works with both slow and faster retrieves Action can be varied with rod twitches and pauses Durable ABS plastic body Lead-free construction Wire-through body design Sharp carbon steel hooks Precisely hand-finished color patterns Designed for long-distance casting Suitable for targeting various predator species Technical specifications Lure type: glidebait Buoyancy: suspending (neutral) Length: 12 cm Weight: 53 g Material: ABS plastic Construction: wire-through body Weighting: lead-free Action: S-shaped lateral movement Recommended retrieve speed: slow to fast Control method: steady retrieve, twitches and pauses Hooks: sharp carbon steel hooks Finish: detailed hand-painted Casting properties: designed for long-distance casting Main target fish: pike and larger perch Package includes: 1 lure Color: depends on selected variant Included in the set Westin Swim Glidebait 12 cm / 53 g Suspending lure Pre-installed carbon steel hooks Check the color and specific product code of your chosen variant on the product page before ordering. Frequently Asked Questions What does Suspending mean? Suspending means that the lure is designed to remain at approximately the same depth during a pause. Actual buoyancy can be affected by water temperature, salinity, and the weight of your leader and terminal tackle. How do you work the Westin Swim Glidebait lure? You can retrieve the lure at a steady pace or control it with short twitches and pauses. A steady retrieve produces a wide S-shaped swim, while pauses keep the lure in front of predators for longer. What fish is this lure suitable for? The 12 cm and 53 g Swim Glidebait is primarily intended for pike fishing, but larger perch or other similarly sized predators may also strike it. Should I use a leader when fishing for pike? Yes. Pike teeth can quickly cut through regular monofilament or braided line. Use a steel, titanium, or other bite-resistant leader of suitable strength for the lure’s weight and your tackle. When is the Westin Swim Glidebait 12 cm Suspending the right choice? This model is best suited for situations where you want a larger lure profile and the ability to keep the lure in front of predators during pauses. Neutral buoyancy is especially useful in cold water or when targeting passive fish, as a slow presentation with longer pauses gives fish more time to strike. If you want to fish deeper water layers more thoroughly, choose the 12 cm and 58 g sinking version. In shallow water or above vegetation, the 10 cm and 31 g Low Floating model offers better control. For a smaller-profile universal sinking lure, the 10 cm and 34 g Swim Glidebait is suitable. We recommend Before you start fishing, check the lure’s buoyancy in shallow, clear water with your chosen leader, snap, and other terminal tackle. The weight of accessories and water temperature may cause a suspending lure to sink slowly or float up. If necessary, use a lighter leader and smaller connectors while maintaining sufficient strength for pike fishing. Start with a slow, steady retrieve and add a short pause every few meters. For passive fish, lengthen the pauses and make one or two controlled rod twitches before each pause. When searching for active pike, use a faster retrieve and shorter stops. To cast a 53 g lure, your rod’s casting weight rating must be sufficient. Regularly check your leader, snap, split rings, and hook sharpness. When unhooking pike from boat or shore, use long pliers and keep your hands away from the lure’s free hooks. A glidebait that holds its depth on the pause for pike fishing The Westin Swim Glidebait 12 cm / 53 g Suspending combines a larger lure profile, wide S-shaped action, and a construction that keeps the lure at depth during pauses. It is a versatile choice for pike fishing in situations where lure speed and pause duration can trigger strikes.
Westin Swim Glidebait 12 cm / 53 g is a neutrally buoyant glidebait lure with a wide S-shaped swimming action that mimics an injured or fleeing baitfish. The suspending construction allows you to pause during retrieval, keeping the lure at approximately the same depth and within the predator's field of vision. Suitable for use in: Pike fishing Fishing for larger perch Fishing in lakes and rivers Fishing from boat or shore Targeting the mid-water column Steady retrieve fishing Fishing with pulls and pauses Slow fishing in cold water Triggering passive predators Searching for active fish Using with spinning and jerkbait tackle For anglers who want a lure that holds its depth during pauses Why choose the Westin Swim Glidebait Suspending? 12 cm profile attracts predator attention 53 g weight supports long and accurate casts Neutral, i.e., suspending buoyancy Stays at approximately the same depth during pauses Distinctive wide S-shaped swimming action Works with both slow and faster retrieves Action can be varied with rod twitches and pauses Durable ABS plastic body Lead-free construction Wire-through body design Sharp carbon steel hooks Precisely hand-finished color patterns Designed for long-distance casting Suitable for targeting various predator species Technical specifications Lure type: glidebait Buoyancy: suspending (neutral) Length: 12 cm Weight: 53 g Material: ABS plastic Construction: wire-through body Weighting: lead-free Action: S-shaped lateral movement Recommended retrieve speed: slow to fast Control method: steady retrieve, twitches and pauses Hooks: sharp carbon steel hooks Finish: detailed hand-painted Casting properties: designed for long-distance casting Main target fish: pike and larger perch Package includes: 1 lure Color: depends on selected variant Included in the set Westin Swim Glidebait 12 cm / 53 g Suspending lure Pre-installed carbon steel hooks Check the color and specific product code of your chosen variant on the product page before ordering. Frequently Asked Questions What does Suspending mean? Suspending means that the lure is designed to remain at approximately the same depth during a pause. Actual buoyancy can be affected by water temperature, salinity, and the weight of your leader and terminal tackle. How do you work the Westin Swim Glidebait lure? You can retrieve the lure at a steady pace or control it with short twitches and pauses. A steady retrieve produces a wide S-shaped swim, while pauses keep the lure in front of predators for longer. What fish is this lure suitable for? The 12 cm and 53 g Swim Glidebait is primarily intended for pike fishing, but larger perch or other similarly sized predators may also strike it. Should I use a leader when fishing for pike? Yes. Pike teeth can quickly cut through regular monofilament or braided line. Use a steel, titanium, or other bite-resistant leader of suitable strength for the lure’s weight and your tackle. When is the Westin Swim Glidebait 12 cm Suspending the right choice? This model is best suited for situations where you want a larger lure profile and the ability to keep the lure in front of predators during pauses. Neutral buoyancy is especially useful in cold water or when targeting passive fish, as a slow presentation with longer pauses gives fish more time to strike. If you want to fish deeper water layers more thoroughly, choose the 12 cm and 58 g sinking version. In shallow water or above vegetation, the 10 cm and 31 g Low Floating model offers better control. For a smaller-profile universal sinking lure, the 10 cm and 34 g Swim Glidebait is suitable. We recommend Before you start fishing, check the lure’s buoyancy in shallow, clear water with your chosen leader, snap, and other terminal tackle. The weight of accessories and water temperature may cause a suspending lure to sink slowly or float up. If necessary, use a lighter leader and smaller connectors while maintaining sufficient strength for pike fishing. Start with a slow, steady retrieve and add a short pause every few meters. For passive fish, lengthen the pauses and make one or two controlled rod twitches before each pause. When searching for active pike, use a faster retrieve and shorter stops. To cast a 53 g lure, your rod’s casting weight rating must be sufficient. Regularly check your leader, snap, split rings, and hook sharpness. When unhooking pike from boat or shore, use long pliers and keep your hands away from the lure’s free hooks. A glidebait that holds its depth on the pause for pike fishing The Westin Swim Glidebait 12 cm / 53 g Suspending combines a larger lure profile, wide S-shaped action, and a construction that keeps the lure at depth during pauses. It is a versatile choice for pike fishing in situations where lure speed and pause duration can trigger strikes.
