Xorus Patchinko 85 – 8.5cm 7g

Xorus Patchinko 85 – 8.5cm 7g

The “Micro-Missile” for Finesse Surface Fishing

The Xorus Patchinko 85 is the “secret weapon” of the Patchinko family. While its larger siblings are famous for big-water heroics, the 85mm version is the undisputed king of finesse surface fishing. When predators are dialled into small “fry” or “pepper” bait, a standard lure will often be ignored—that is where the Patchinko 85 excels.

Don’t let the 7g weight fool you. Designed with the same aerodynamic precision as the rest of the range, this lure achieves incredible casting distances for its size. Its stability in flight is unmatched, ensuring you don’t lose distance to “tumble” even in a light coastal breeze.

Why the 85 belongs in your box:

• Ultra-Stable Action: Whether you are “walking the dog” at speed or using a subtle twitching retrieve, the 85 remains pinned to the surface without skipping out of the water.

• Match the Hatch: Specifically designed for those days when Bass, Perch, or Pike are focused on tiny baitfish or insects.

• The “Panic” Trigger: Its unique sliding action mimics a panicked baitfish perfectly, often drawing strikes from fish that have followed larger lures without committing.

Key Specifications

Where to Use the Patchinko 85 in the UK

• South Coast Harbours & Marinas: Areas like Poole Harbour or Langstone are often filled with tiny “pin” mullet. In these glassy, shallow conditions, a 140mm lure is too aggressive; the Patchinko 85 provides the perfect, subtle profile to fool wary Bass.

• Canal & River Perch: For the lure angler targeting Specimen Perch on the Grand Union Canal or the River Thames, the 85 is a topwater revelation. The popping, sliding action is irresistible to large stripes hiding under overhanging bushes.

• Chalk Streams & Small Rivers: If you’re hunting Chub or even Sea Trout in clear river systems, the 85mm size provides a non-threatening profile that triggers aggressive surface takes.

• The “Sandeel” Season in the North West: When the sandeels are small around Morecambe Bay or the Cumbrian coast, the Patchinko 85 mimics the frantic movement of a fleeing juvenile sandeel better than almost any other lure on the market.