IMA Nabarone 125S | 125mm 26g – The Long-Distance Sinking Powerhouse

At Gerry’s Fishing, we recognize the IMA Nabarone 125S as a “super-lure” of sorts—a legendary collaboration between two Japanese giants, IMA and Duo. This partnership combined IMA’s renowned aesthetic and “vane-less” style with Duo’s expertise in aerodynamics and internal weight systems. The result? A 125mm sinking minnow that behaves like a missile and hunts in the deeper layers where trophy Bass often hide.

While many lures struggle to reach the fish when the wind is in your face, the 26g weight of the Nabarone 125S ensures you can still “hit the horizon.” It is designed for the angler who needs distance, depth, and a lure that won’t give up in a heavy swell.

Why the Nabarone 125S is a Bass Essential

1. Elite Casting Distance

The “S” in 125S stands for sinking, and that extra density makes a massive difference on the beach. At 26g, this lure is significantly heavier than its floating counterparts. When you combine this weight with its slim, aerodynamic profile, the Nabarone 125S cuts through the air with minimal resistance, making it one of the best long-range casting minnows in the UK market.

2. Targeting the Ledges

Most UK Bass lures live in the top 50cm to 1m of water. The Nabarone 125S is different. It is designed to sink and swim at depths of 1.5m to 2.5m. This allows you to effectively target fish holding near deeper ledges, pier pilings, and gullies—areas where big, solitary Bass often wait for the tide to bring a meal to them.

3. Lifelike Baitfish Action

Despite its heavy weight, the Nabarone maintains an incredibly natural swimming action. On a medium retrieve, it mimics a fleeing baitfish with a tight, seductive roll. Because it is a sinking lure, you can also experiment with “count-down” methods to find the exact depth where the fish are active, giving you total control over your presentation.

Technical Specifications

Product Details and Uses

Durable Construction for Hard Pullers

The UK coast is a punishing environment, and Bass are hard-pulling predators. The Nabarone 125S is built from high-impact hard plastic that can withstand being bounced off rocks or the frantic head-shakes of a double-figure fish. The hardware is equally impressive, featuring treble hooks designed to penetrate the tough, bony jaws of saltwater species, ensuring a secure hookset every time.

Mastering the Deeper Retrieve

While it’s a great “search” lure for covering large areas of water, the Nabarone 125S excels in structured environments.

• Deep Water Gullies: Cast it across the flow and let it sink before starting a slow-to-medium retrieve.

• Pier & Harbor Walls: Work it parallel to the structure at depth to draw fish out from the shadows.

• Rough Surf: When a light lure would be tossed around by the waves, the 26g Nabarone stays “planted” and maintains its action.

Gerry’s Pro Tip:

Because the Nabarone 125S is a sinking lure, it’s a “killer” choice for a Stop-and-Go retrieve. Retrieve it at a medium pace for five meters, then kill the power and let it sink for two seconds. The lure will flutter downward, mimicking a wounded baitfish that has run out of steam. Be ready—the majority of strikes happen the moment you resume the retrieve!

Precision engineered, long-casting, and deep-searching—the IMA Nabarone 125S is the tactical choice for the serious UK Bass angler.