Shallow Water Flathead with Nomad Design Styx Minnow
When it comes to chasing Flathead over the flats, few techniques are as deadly as twitching the STYX 95 Minnow. A crisp twitch followed by a pause turns this lure into an irresistible target, giving Flathead just enough time to ambush with a crushing strike.
Like all Nomad Design lures, the STYX is built tough and fitted with premium BKK terminals, so you can trust it to hold when something big smashes your lure. Designed to slow float in saltwater and suspend perfectly level in freshwater, it stays right where the fish want it, making it deadly effective in a range of conditions.
The action is all about finesse. The STYX Minnow has a subtle body roll and a tight, seductive wiggle that really comes alive when worked as a shallow jerkbait. Its internal weight system is engineered for ultra-long casts, letting you cover more water and reach spooky fish without pushing in too close. On the pause, it hangs horizontally, a critical detail that triggers strikes from ambush predators like Flathead.
Every size in the range is armed for the fight. The STYX 116 comes fitted with saltwater-grade 4X BKK trebles, while the 70 and 95 models feature strong 1X BKK trebles that are sharp and reliable straight out of the box. Combine that with Nomad’s ultra-realistic finishes and meticulous design, and you’ve got a jerkbait that doesn’t just look good, it’s built to catch more fish and handle whatever eats it.
If you’re fishing shallow sand or weed flats, keep your retrieves snappy, add those pauses, and let the STYX do the work. It’s a lure made for anglers who know the value of detail and who want more strikes when it counts.
