Illex Bonnie 65 Crankbait Topwater

The Illex Bonnie 65: Precise surface fishing in a finesse format

To be successful in shallow waters, under overhanging trees or in heavily fished areas, you need a surface lure that meets the highest standards in terms of casting distance and running behaviour. Developed precisely for these situations, the Illex Bonnie 65 is a stickbait that achieves impressive casting distances despite its compact 6.5 cm length and 4.3 g weight.

The secret lies in its sophisticated weight distribution. A tungsten ball at the rear ensures stable flight and enables precise casting under obstacles or into hard-to-reach areas of the shoreline, even in windy conditions. The aerodynamic body shape further enhances this performance, making the Bonnie 65 one of the most long-casting finesse surface lures on the market.

In the water, the Illex lure impresses with its clean walking the dog action. The floating version glides rhythmically from side to side with rod strokes, deceptively realistically imitating a fleeing small fish. Small glass balls inside produce subtle noises that attract curious predators without being overly loud.

The Bonnie 65 is particularly suitable for catching the following species:

• Perch that feed on small fish at the surface
• Chub in summery, flowing waters with a high insect population
• Asps when they hunt aggressively at the water's surface
• Black bass in shallow areas and over weed beds

These high-quality Jackall Treble RB Medium treble hooks in size 8 ensure reliable hooking rates, even with cautious bites. The PTFE coating reduces friction and improves penetration noticeably.

The Illex Bonnie 65 is ideal for anglers who fish with light tackle and want to maintain casting distance and bait control. This topwater bait excels wherever a restrained presentation and finesse are required, whether in streams, small rivers or the edges of larger lakes.