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Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.
You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.
We check our prices weekly to ensure we can combine our fabulous service with the best prices. If you find an item cheaper and in stock somewhere else, drop us a a message in the chat box and we can see what we can do.
This item is available for next day delivery. You can pick this in the checkout.
We offer free post to any mainland UK address with a basket of more than £80. We also send all over the world and the best way to find out how much postage you will pay is in our checkout. Add the items to your basket and then add your address. Our checkout will automatically calculate your total.
We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.
Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.
You can make your next purchase a little easier on the wallet by splitting the total into 3 payments by using Klarna payments in the checkout.
When it comes to high-impact surface fishing for freshwater predators, the Axia Chub Bug 40mm is in a league of its own. Available here at Gerry’s Fishing, this “crawler” style lure is engineered to mimic a struggling land insect or a panicked beetle that has tumbled into the water—a protein-packed snack that chub and perch simply cannot resist.
The magic of the Chub Bug lies in its hybrid construction. By combining a durable, high-buoyancy hard body with semi-soft, flexible wings, the lure produces a signature “paddled” crawling action. This unique movement creates a distinct surface wake and a rhythmic splashing sound that calls fish in from across the river or lake.
| Feature | Details |
| Model | Axia Chub Bug |
| Length | 40mm |
| Weight | 6g |
| Type | Topwater / Crawler |
| Body Material | Impact-Resistant Hard Plastic |
| Wing Material | Semi-Soft Flexible Polymer |
| Action | Wide Surface Crawl / High Disturbance |
| Hooks | Razor-Sharp Saltwater/Freshwater Trebles |
Overhanging Trees & Bushes: This is the “home” of the Chub Bug. Cast right under the canopy where insects naturally fall into the water.
Lilly Pads & Weed Edges: The 40mm profile is perfect for working the margins of lakes and ponds for aggressive summer Perch.
Slow-Flowing Rivers: Cast across the current and allow the lure to “drift and crawl” over deep holes where big Chub wait in ambush.
Urban Canals: Excellent for targeting “street fishing” Perch that are keyed into surface activity near bridges and moorings.
“The ‘Plop’ is just as important as the ‘Crawl.’ When fishing for Chub, the initial splash of the lure hitting the water often acts as the primary dinner bell. Let the lure sit motionless for 5–10 seconds after the cast; many strikes happen before you even turn the handle. If nothing happens, start a super-slow, steady retrieve. You want those wings to just ‘lip’ the surface, creating a consistent ‘glug-glug’ sound that drives fish wild.”
Are the soft wings durable?
Yes! The semi-soft polymer is designed to withstand the crushing jaws of a big Chub while remaining flexible enough to collapse during a strike, ensuring a better hook-up rate.
What is the best rod for this 6g lure?
A light or ultra-light (UL) lure rod, typically rated 1–7g or 3–12g, will give you the best casting distance and allow you to feel every vibration of the crawling action.
Does it work for species other than Chub and Perch?
Absolutely. It is a fantastic “fun” lure for small Pike, and even large Brown Trout will readily take a Chub Bug during the summer months.
Should I use a wire trace?
If there are Pike present in the water, we always recommend a very light, flexible wire or a heavy fluorocarbon leader to prevent bite-offs, as the Chub Bug is a small, easy-to-swallow target
Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.
You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.
We check our prices weekly to ensure we can combine our fabulous service with the best prices. If you find an item cheaper and in stock somewhere else, drop us a a message in the chat box and we can see what we can do.
This item is available for next day delivery. You can pick this in the checkout.
We offer free post to any mainland UK address with a basket of more than £80. We also send all over the world and the best way to find out how much postage you will pay is in our checkout. Add the items to your basket and then add your address. Our checkout will automatically calculate your total.
We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.
Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.
You can make your next purchase a little easier on the wallet by splitting the total into 3 payments by using Klarna payments in the checkout.




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Medium (38″-40″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (46″-48″)
XXLarge (50″-52″)
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Medium (30″-33″)
Large (34″-37″)
XLarge (37″-39″)
XXLarge (39″-42″)
3XLarge (42″-45″)
Kinetic/Westin Chest Size Guide
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Medium (38″-40″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (46″-48″)
XXLarge (50″-52″)
3XLarge (54″-56″)
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Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (46″-48″)
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3XLarge (54″-56″)
Vass Chest Size Guide
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Medium (38″-41″)
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XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
3XLarge (49″-51″)
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Medium (41-43″)
Large (44-46″)
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XXXLarge (53-55″)
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Medium (38″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
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Medium (94 – 102cm)
Large (102 – 110cm)
XLarge (110 – 124cm)
XXLarge (124 – 134cm)
3XLarge (134 – 154cm)
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Medium (39″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-47″)
XXLarge (48″-50″)
3XLarge (51″-54″)
4XLarge (55″-60″)
Nash Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (39″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-47″)
XXLarge (48″-50″)
3XLarge (51″-54″)
4XLarge (55″-60″)
Aqua Chest Size Guide
Small (38-40″)
Medium (41-43″)
Large (44-46″)
Xlarge (47-49″)
XXLarge (50-52″)
XXXLarge (53-55″)
Guru Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (38″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
3XLarge (49″-51″)
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XLarge (45″-46″)
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Medium 32″ – 34″
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XX-Large – 38″ – 42″
XXX-Large 42″ – 46″
XXXX-Large 46″ – 52″