The Perch are certainly the most fun carnivorous fish to catch in French waters.. Present in almost all our rivers, the perch can be a very difficult fish to catch when it begins to select its prey very precisely. Conversely, if you find the best lure for a given condition, it's jakpot! When fishing for perch, it's important to take along a variety of lures, animations and vibrations to help you make up your mind about this sometimes difficult fish. That's why we wanted to select 10 perch lures that have proved their worth over the years.
Keitech Easy Shiner : The best soft lure for perch
The Keitech Easy Shiner is renowned for its 5" pike-perch version but the smaller sizes are perfect for perch. This very supple lure swims efficiently even at slow speeds. The Keitech Easy Shiner is a combination of Shad Impact the body and the Swing Impact in the tail. The result is a special vibration that we think perch and other predators love.
In order to aim for the pole, we advise you to go for sizes 3.5″ and 4″. Personally, we like the natural colours. The only small downside we note on this perch lure is that the tail is very fragile.
Zip Baits B Switcher : The best perch lure in the crankbait category
The B Zip Baits Switcher is, in our opinion, the the best crankbait that every perch angler should have in his tackle box. This crankbait goes particularly well through obstacles and often unlocks complicated situations.
The B Zip Baits Switcher has all the characteristics of a super pole crankbait:
- Throws very well for its weight
- Goes very well over hard obstacles
- Don't pull too hard on the rod when retrieving it
- Mud flap and very solid paint
- Slight comeback at the break, often triggering attacks
In short, the B Switcher is, in our opinion, the best perch lure in the crankbait category. The only complaint is the fragility of the treble hooks, given the price.
Deracoup d'Illex : An essential spintail for all circumstances
The Deracoup d'Illex is a perch magnet and for us is the perfect red herring lure! This spinner is perfect for quickly scouting areas where perch might be found and selecting active fish.
When it comes to animation, nothing could be simpler! You can either reel it in line or pull it back. What's more, thanks to its density, this spintail launches perfectly despite its small size and also reaches deep areas. With its small size and dynamism, the Deracoup will trigger an attack from any nearby pole.
Easy to run, versatile and highly effective, the Deracoup d'Illex is for us the best perch lure in the spintail category.
Luck Craft Sammy 65: The best surface perch lure
The Sammy de Lucky Craft is for many of us a benchmark when it comes to surface lures. The Sammy 65 is no exception and, in our opinion, is the best perch lure made for the surface.
Despite its small size, this stickbait springs into action at the slightest touch and comes to life very easily. What's more, its design means you can cast it accurately over long distances.
In short, the Sammy 65 is a stickbait as formidable as it is effective on perch but also on other fish such as chub.
This is why we believe that Sammy 65 is one of the best surface lures if you want to fish for perch.
Megabass Pop-X: The benchmark popper for perch
The popper is a formidable lure for surface fishing for perch. In this category, we have selected the Megabass Pop X which has been a firm favourite with us for over 10 years now. At 6.4 cm and 7.1 g, the Pop X is still a lure that can be cast far and accurately. Its size is also just right for targeting perch.
The slightest tap of the tip will set it into action and cause it to emit trails of bubbles that will arouse the curiosity of perch. We particularly like to use this perch lure early in the morning or late in the evening on hot summer days. These times correspond to the peak activity of perch hunting on the surface. Don't miss this window of opportunity, the results are often exceptional and the attacks spectacular!
OSP Mylar Minnow: The soft lure for drop-shot perch
The Mylar Minnow PSO is a soft finess lure that we discovered recently and which has produced some very good drop-shot results this year. Its effectiveness has been particularly noticeable in spots where perch have been in great demand.
When in use, this perch lure emits fine vibrations and light flashes thanks to its imitation scales. It also gives off a discreet rolling sound on the way down.
The Mylar Minnow is a soft lure that will stand out on perch thanks to its versatility, discretion and quality of design. The in our opinion, the ideal lure for drop-shot perch fishing and other finesse techniques.
Storm Gomoku Ultra Blade: A vibrating blade perfect for perch
We couldn't talk about the best perch lure without including a vibrating blade in our selection. In this category we have chosen the Gomoku Ultra Blade from Storm. Its weight (13g) and length (5cm) make it perfect prey for perch. The double hooks prevent snags in congested areas. The two eyelets on the dorsal fin allow you to vary the vibrations according to the mood of the fish. Its attractive price also tipped our scales in favour of this blade.
Z-Man/Evergreen Jack Hammer: The best chatterbait for perch, but not just for perch
The Jack Hammer is considered to be the best chatterbait available on the market and is no exception when it comes to perch. This lure is now a must-have for anyone wishing to fish for perch with chatterbaits.
It features a unique lead head and a very thin stainless steel blade. The latter provides ultra-fast rolling and a unique vibration that we think makes all the difference when prospecting fast on active perch. There's no need to go overboard. Give it a try and you'll soon see why the Jack Hammer is, in our opinion, the best perch lure in the chatterbait category.
Illex Squirrel 61 SP: A benchmark jerkbait for perch
The Illex Squirrel is a highly versatile suspending jerkbait that continues to catch countless fish. This lure in its 61 SP is certainly the best compromise for perch.
When twitching, this jerkbait shifts very quickly and unpredictably. This erratic behaviour has the particularity of driving perch mad. We particularly like to use it on rocky areas where it will be able to hit the rocks without catching and shift all the more. Also, if the poles are grouped together, we like to bring it back and twitch quickly to create a feeling of competition between them. The result is usually not long in coming.
Duo Drag Metal Cast Slow: The ideal jig casting for perch
The Duo Drag metal cast slowis the Japanese brand's flagship casting jig. The slow version has a slower sink rate and is therefore better suited to perch fishing. Its density will allow you to make long, accurate casts while working different layers of water depending on your retrieve speed. We recommend the 15g - 4.35cm version. This is the the jig casting we prefer for targeting perch.
O.S.P High Pitcher : The best spinnerbait for perch
TheOSP Highpitcher is a spinnerbait High-quality spinnerbait with a proven track record on perch and other predators. This spinnerbait produces an ultra-fast spin and strong vibrations. These elements enable the Highpitcher to be able to move even at very low speed. It is particularly effective on perch during the summer months when they are located in weed beds or dead wood.
Great design, impeccable finish, great vibrancy - that's why we've selected l'OSP Highpitcher as the best perch lure in the spinnerbait category. In terms of size, we recommend the 11g version, which we think is the most versatile.
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