Keitech Little Spider 2″

The Keitech Little Spider 2″ is the quintessential micro-finesse creature bait, precision-engineered in Japan to pack high-action vibration into a tiny, bite-sized profile. Written by Gerry’s Fishing, this description details how the 2″ model has become a “must-have” for technical LRF (Light Rock Fishing) and ultra-light street fishing, where mimicking tiny invertebrates or bottom-dwelling fry is the only way to entice pressured, picky predators.

Detailed Specifications

• Model: Keitech Little Spider 2″

• Lure Type: Micro-finesse creature bait / jig trailer

• Length: 2.0 inches (Approx. 5.1 cm)

• Weight: $\sim 0.6 \text{ grams}$ (Approx. 0.02 oz)

• Material: Custom dual-injection salted PVC plastics matrix

• Scent Infusion: Heavily loaded with Keitech’s legendary, potent Natural Squid Scent

• Packaging: Secure, rigid plastic blister tray packs (ensures the delicate tentacles remain straight)

• Quantity: 10 baits per pack

• Rigging Channels: Integrated centerline hook guide on the body for perfect alignment

Key Features & Design Performance

• High-Frequency Dual-Tail Action: Despite its miniature scale, the 2″ Little Spider features two flat, ribbon-like tentacles that oscillate independently. Even during a slow retrieve or when the bait is sitting dead-still on the bottom, these tentacles “flicker” with every tiny current movement, creating a frantic, high-frequency vibration that mimics a scurrying micro-crustacean or tiny insect larva.

• Flared Skirt Base: The head of the lure is molded with a distinct, ribbed skirt base. This serves two functions: it creates a wider visual profile that looks like a larger mouthful, and it displaces water to help the lure “glide” gently rather than plummeting, keeping it in the strike zone longer.

• Dual-Injection Buoyancy Matrix: Keitech utilizes their exclusive dual-injection process: the top section is made of buoyant, unsalted plastic, while the belly is packed with heavy, dense salt grains. This creates a low center of gravity that keeps the lure in a natural, “claws up” defensive posture when it reaches the bottom—a lethal visual trigger for big, observant perch.

• Micro-Rigging Versatility: Because of its compact 2″ size, this lure is exceptionally easy for small-mouthed predators to inhale, ensuring you don’t miss bites that might occur with larger lures.

Examples of Where to Use It

• Urban Canal & Harbor “Crevice” Hunting: The absolute gold standard for jigging into the gaps between concrete sheet pilings, beneath pleasure boat hulls, and along harbor walls where larger perch, wrasse, and gobies lie in wait for small prey.

• LRF (Light Rock Fishing) Over Rocky Ground: The compact design allows this jig to be crawled over rock, gravel, and weed beds for wrasse, pollack, and gobies, significantly reducing the frequency of snagged hooks compared to larger creature baits.

• Micro Dropshotting: When rigged on a dropshot rig, the Little Spider’s tentacles float upwards in a natural, defensive display. This is a lethal way to target dormant fish that are following the bait but refusing to strike at more active swimbait profiles.

Pro Tip

The “Defensive Flee” Retrieve: When working the 2″ Little Spider along the bottom, use a “drag-and-flick” method. Drag the lure across the bottom, then give your rod a sharp, short flick to lift it off the substrate before letting it crash back down. The skirt will flare out on the lift, and the tentacles will “flicker” rapidly as it settles—mimicking a tiny crayfish attempting to dash for safety. This sudden movement is an incredible strike trigger for big, lethargic perch that are otherwise ignoring your presentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to rig the 2″ Little Spider?

For open-water jigging, pair it with a #8 or #6 fine-wire round jig head. For weedless/snag-prone environments, we recommend a #8 or #6 fine-wire offset hook. Always use the lightest wire hooks possible to ensure you don’t impede the delicate, high-frequency movement of the tentacles.

Is the 2″ Little Spider effective for LRF?

Yes, it is one of our top-selling lures for LRF enthusiasts. The tiny profile and natural squid scent trigger aggressive strikes from wrasse and pollack that are often following the bait but refusing to commit due to the lure’s overall size. It represents the perfect “bite-sized” meal for these species.

Does the squid scent wash off quickly in the water?

No. Keitech compounds the natural squid flavoring directly into the raw plastic paste during the manufacturing process. This means the scent continuously leaches out of the pores of the rubber as it swims, ensuring that the lure maintains its strong, predatory draw throughout the entire duration of your session.