# Molix Glide Bait 130: the jointed swimbait that mimics a wounded pike's S-swim > How to fish the Molix Glide Bait 130, a side-to-side glide swimbait for targeting big pike — rigging and the underwater "walk the dog" technique. - Source : https://carnafish.com/en/leurres/molix-trairao/ - Language : en-US - Updated : 2026-09-06 ## Spec sheet - Brand : Molix - Model : Glide Bait 130 Floating - Type : Glide bait swimbait - Target species : Pike - Size : 13 cm / 5.1 in - Weight : 28 g / 1 oz - Running depth : 0.3-1.2 m (1-4 ft), fished essentially on the surface and just under it - Retrieve speed : very slow, driven by rod work rather than retrieve speed - Action : a wide S-glide side to side, a center joint loose enough for a wide angle without breaking the body's line - Rigging : a heavy-duty quick-snap, wire or titanium leader mandatory, reinforced double or treble hooks sized to the lure's weight - Colors : natural tones (perch, roach) in clear water, white or chartreuse in stained water to maximize silhouette Molix's **Glide Bait 130** isn't just another jointed swimbait in an already crowded aisle: its wide S-glide, borrowed from Japanese glide bait design, makes it a genuine tool for waking up a big pike that's grown bored of standard lures. ## Glide baits: a category of their own Unlike a standard swimbait that swims straight with a steady undulation, a **glide bait** like the Glide Bait 130 slides side to side in a wide S with every rod pulse. Its center joint is looser than a standard swimbait's, allowing that wide angle without ever breaking the body's overall line — the lure keeps a continuous silhouette even mid-turn, exactly like a wounded fish zigzagging to escape. ## Why it works on big pike Big pike, often the wariest, have seen hundreds of standard lures in their lifetime. The Glide Bait 130's S-motion looks visually different from anything a shad or a jerkbait can offer, making it an excellent change-up lure when the usual suspects stop working on a spot known to hold fish. ## The retrieve: an underwater "walk the dog" The technique resembles a surface stickbait's, applied just below the surface: 1. Cast, let it settle for a few seconds. 2. Work it with short, sharp, regular wrist pulls, never one hard yank. 3. Pause every so often for 2-3 seconds: the glide bait then sits almost motionless, drifting slightly — often the fatal moment for a pike that had been following close behind. > A glide bait worked too fast loses its whole appeal: it's the slowness of the zigzag that sells it, not speed. ## The right gear for the job At 28g for 13cm, the Glide Bait 130 demands properly sized gear: a heavy rod (40-80g casting weight), a sturdy reel, and at least 30-40 lb braid. A wire or titanium leader is non-negotiable on a pike spot, and double or treble hooks need to be reinforced to handle the lure's weight without opening up mid-fight. ## Versus another glide bait Compared to the [Westin Swim Glidebait](https://carnafish.com/en/leurres/westin-swim-glidebait/), softer plastic and therefore more forgiving on the strike, the Molix Glide Bait 130, being hard-bodied, transmits a sharper vibration and holds up better against pike teeth over time. For an even more spectacular surface presentation, the [Gan Craft Jointed Claw](https://carnafish.com/en/leurres/gan-craft-jointed-claw/) remains the Japanese benchmark in this category, at a noticeably higher price. ## Colors and reading the water - **Clear water**: natural perch or roach tones, staying believable to a pike watching closely. - **Stained water**: white or chartreuse, which maximize the visible silhouette even in coloured water. - **Overcast sky**: a light belly contrasted against a dark back carries well across most in-between conditions. A lure this specific doesn't get thrown at random: you need an open spot, enough depth for a surface presentation, and a potentially wary pike. That's exactly the kind of read [CarnaFish](https://carnafish.com/en/) makes easier: photograph the spot, and the AI tells you whether conditions call for a surface technique like this one rather than a more standard lure. For the full strategy on this species, our [pike lure guide](https://carnafish.com/en/blog/quel-leurre-brochet/) is essential reading alongside this sheet. ## The rundown before the big cast - Its jointed S-motion sets it apart from any standard swimbait: a genuine change-up lure on big, wary fish. - Work it slowly with short wrist pulls, with long pauses where the lure sits nearly motionless. - Gear must be beefed up accordingly: a heavy rod, thick braid, wire or titanium leader. ## FAQ ### Is the Glide Bait 130 a good fit for someone new to topwater lures? Yes, as long as you accept a short learning curve on the retrieve: the wrist-driven zigzag takes more practice than a plain straight retrieve, but there's no complicated rig to master. A few sessions are usually enough to find the right tempo. ### How do you work a glide bait like the Glide Bait 130? With short, sharp, regular wrist pulls, never forcing it, pausing for 2-3 seconds at a time where the lure sits nearly motionless. The zigzag's slowness is what sells the motion, not the speed of the retrieve. ### What gear should I use with this kind of lure? A heavy rod (40-80g casting weight), a sturdy reel, and at least 30-40 lb braid. A wire or titanium leader is essential on a pike spot, as are reinforced hooks sized to the lure's weight. ### Why use a glide bait instead of a standard shad? On a big, wary pike that's already seen plenty of standard lures, the glide bait's very distinctive S-motion offers a visual break that can revive interest where a regular shad no longer works. ### Does the Glide Bait 130 work in deep water? No, it's a surface and just-under-the-surface lure, effective between 0.3 and 1.2 m. To fish deeper, turn to a sinking swimbait or a deep-diving crankbait instead of this lure family. ### What color should I choose in stained water for a glide bait? White or chartreuse maximize the silhouette's visibility in coloured water, where natural tones lose contrast and become harder for pike to spot. --- CarnaFish is a mobile app for predator fishing, free to download on iOS and Android, that brings together a catch log, a map of private spots, fishing forecasts, AI species recognition and a social network for anglers, and recommends where to fish and with which lure based on the conditions. To cite this content, mention “CarnaFish — carnafish.com” and link the source page.