Duo Bay Ruf Seek 85S – 8.5cm 14.5g

Duo Bay Ruf Seek 85S – 8.5cm | 14.5g: The Subsurface “Snake” Specialist

The Duo Bay Ruf Seek 85S is a technical sinking lure that introduces a unique “undulating” dimension to the Bay Ruf range.¹ At Gerry’s Fishing, we recommend the Seek 85S for anglers who need a lure that can transition between a subtle swim and an aggressive, lateral dart. At 8.5cm and 14.5g, its “general construction makes it a dense lure,” allowing it to achieve “exceptional casting distances” that defy its slender profile.

Whether you are targeting Bass in shallow estuaries or Sea Trout along the coast, the Seek 85S provides a “top-tier” subsurface action that triggers strikes from predators wary of traditional minnows.

Engineering & Dynamic Fluidity

• Undulating Straight Retrieve: When “retrieved straight,” the Seek 85S performs a unique, “undulating motion.” This “snake-like” swim creates a natural, fluid silhouette in the water that mimics a relaxed, unsuspecting baitfish.

• Subsurface “Walk the Dog”: Unlike traditional topwater lures, the Seek 85S can be “retrieved with a ‘walking the dog’ animation” just below the surface. This allows for “long sideways lurches,” providing a wide lateral presence that is “essential in warding off” or attracting predators in clear water.

• High-Density Ballistics: Despite its “slender shape,” the “dense” internal weighting ensures it “launches very far.” This “impressive casting performance” is critical for reaching distant sandbars or “scouring as much water as possible” from the shore.

• Sinking Versatility: As a “sinking” (S) model, you have total control over the depth. You can work it “inches below the surface” or count it down to explore deeper gullies and structures.

Technical Specifications

Tactical Applications & Animation

The Seek 85S is a “precision tool” for the thinking angler. The Gerry’s team suggests:

• The “Stealth” Retrieve: In calm, clear water, use a slow-to-medium “straight retrieve.” The “undulating motion” is subtle enough to fool “wary” Bass that have seen too many vibrating or rattling lures.

• Aggressive Lateral Darting: Apply sharp rod twitches to initiate the “walking the dog” action. The “long sideways lurches” under the surface create a massive “flash” and displacement, which is “formidable” for triggering reflex strikes.

• Matching the Sandeel: The 8.5cm “slender shape” is an “absolute reference” for mimicking small sandeels or fry. The fluid, “snake-like” swim is the “natural” movement these predators expect to see.

• Search and Prospect: Use its “exceptional casting distances” to “prospect quickly” across large shallow flats. Because it is a “sinking lure,” you can adjust your rod tip height to keep it at the perfect depth relative to the bottom.

Gerry’s Verdict:

The Duo Bay Ruf Seek 85S (8.5cm/14.5g) is a “high-value” Japanese lure that bridges the gap between a sinking minnow and a stickbait. Its ability to perform “long sideways lurches” under the surface and its “undulating” swim make it an “unstoppable and formidable weapon” for technical saltwater fishing