HTO Pathfinder – 85mm – 4g Head – 2g Body

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Product Details and Uses

HTO Pathfinder – 85mm – 6g Total Weight (4g Head / 2g Body)

The HTO Pathfinder is a precision-engineered micro-sandeel imitation designed for ultimate finesse. At Gerry’s Fishing, we find this 85mm, 6g total weight version to be a standout choice for Light Rock Fishing (LRF) and technical shore sessions. Its long, slender profile perfectly mimics the delicate silhouette of a juvenile sandeel, a primary food source for almost every coastal predator.

The Pathfinder is built for action, featuring a streamlined jig head and a narrow tail section that amplifies the vibration of the paddle tail. One of its most unique features is the glow-in-the-dark glitter impregnated throughout the body (available in most colors), providing a luminous “visual heartbeat” that triggers strikes in dark or turbid water.

Technical Design & Luminous Attraction

Slender Hydrodynamics: The long, thin body and narrow tail are designed to offer minimal resistance. This allows the paddle tail to kick frantically even at the slowest recovery speeds, creating a lifelike swimming motion that mimics a panicked sandeel fry.
Streamlined Jig Head: The specialized head is designed to cut through the water cleanly, maintaining a stable horizontal posture. This is vital for a realistic “linear” presentation along harbor walls or over shallow reefs.
Glow-Energized Glitter: Except for the standard “Sandeel” color, the Pathfinder’s body is infused with luminous glitter. When charged with a torch or sunlight, these particles emit a soft glow from within the lure, making it highly visible in deep water, at night, or during “gloaming” periods.
High-Vibration Tail: The narrow “neck” before the paddle tail ensures maximum oscillation. This sends out distinct vibrations that predators can detect via their lateral line, drawing them in toward the lure’s disturbance.

Technical Specifications

Feature	Details
Model	HTO Pathfinder
Length	85mm (8.5cm)
Head Weight	4g
Body Weight	2g
Total Weight	6g
Body Type	Slim Sandeel Paddle Tail
Special Feature	Glow-in-the-Dark Glitter (most colors)
Target Species	Bass, Pollack, Mackerel, and LRF species
Pack Size	1 Head & 2 Bodies per pack

Best Fishing Techniques

The 85mm Pathfinder is a “finesse” master for various coastal environments. The Gerry’s team suggests:

LRF Harbor Prospecting: This is a top-tier LRF lure. Use the 6g weight to search the water column around harbor pilings and piers. The glow glitter is particularly effective when fishing in the shadows of structures.
The “Steady Linear” Sweep: Cast out over shallow, sandy bays or rocky gullies and retrieve at a steady pace. The 85mm profile is the perfect size for “match the hatch” scenarios when predators are keyed into small sandeel shoals.
Night Fishing & Low Light: Charge the lure with a UV torch before casting. The internal glow provides a subtle point of light that helps bass and pollack track the lure in pitch-black conditions or murky water.
Sink-and-Draw for Pollack: Let the lure sink into the kelp margins and use a “draw” (long lift) and drop. The high-action tail works on both the ascent and the descent, making it a favorite for pollack and coalie.

Gerry’s Verdict:

The HTO Pathfinder 85mm is a masterclass in micro-attraction. It provides the perfect blend of realistic movement and a unique visual “edge” thanks to the luminous glitter. It is an essential tool for the angler who enjoys the technical side of LRF and light lure fishing. With one head and two bodies per pack, it’s a high-performance addition to any finesse kit