LIVE OPS BREAM

From working shallow flats to probing deep structure, this guide shows you how to convert curious Bream follws into aggressive strikes with Live Ops.

Master the Bite

Want to catch more bream in tough estuary conditions?  It’s all about subtlety, realism and making your lure look like an easy meal. From shallow sand flats to oyster racks, Bream are smart and selective but the Switcher Shrimp, Jerksquid and Spectre Minnow give you an unbeatable edge. With lifelike detail, natural movement and just the right amount of kick, they’re built to tempt even the most cautious fish.

Keen to see how it's done? Check out our lure-specific tips below and learn how to rig, retrieve, and finetune each lure for maximum effect on pressured estuary Bream.

SWITCHER
SHRIMP

Natural - Subtle - Deadly

4-Way
Rigging

Forward, reverse, weedless or jighead.
switcher shrimp
prawn power

The Switcher Shrimp is the ultimate prawn profile soft plastic built for Bream anglers who need versatility and precision in tough estuary conditions. With lifelike detailing, a true backwards flick and four rigging options it adapts to the structure, current and feeding mood without compromise. Whether you're working racks, flats, drains or mangrove edges, this lure helps you fish smarter and convert more bites.

Tactics & Techniques:
Flick-and-Fall – Tail-first rig mimics fleeing prawn on the drop.
Natural Glide – Forward rig for a slow, level drift across flats.
Weedless Ready – EWG rig for fishing tight snags, mangroves and heavy cover.

Backwards Flick Tail-first rig for fleeing prawn action.
4-Way Rigging Forward, reverse, weedless or jighead.
ShrimpLock SystemBuilt-in hook slots for perfect rigging.
Natural GlideForward rig for flats and drains.
Snagless ReadyWeedless setup for tight cover.
Lifelike MovementFluttering legs and feelers on the fall.
Glow + UVStands out in dirty or low light.
Tracer ScentTriggers bites and holds fish longer.

JERKSQUID

Dart - Pulse - Strike

JERKSQUID

Dart. Pulse. Eat.
jerksquid
squid game

The Jerksquid is a one-of-a-kind hybrid soft plastic that blends the sharp dart of a jerkshad with the lifelike pulse of a squid. Built for pressured estuary fish like Bream, it combines erratic movement on the lift with a slow, shimmering fall that mimics injured bait ideal for triggering reaction strikes and follow-up eats. The keel-shaped body gives it a clean darting action, while the tentacles keep working even when you pause. Whether you’re fishing the flats or dropping beside deep structure, the Jerksquid stays in the zone and keeps drawing bites.

Bream Tactics & Techniques:
Dart-and-Pause – Twitch sharply, then pause to trigger strikes.
Deadstick in Structure – Let it sit, tentacles do the work.
Slow Sink on Flats – Light jighead, slow fall and soft hops to mimic wounded bait.

Hybrid Profile – Combines jerkshad dart with squid pulse.
Keel Body Design – Sharp directional twitching movement.
Tentacles – Shimmer and move on the pause.
Flat-Stable Sink – Horizontal fall that stays in the strike zone.
Reactor UV + Glow – Boosts visibility in low light or murky water.
Tracer Scent – Triggers bites and holds fish longer.
Titan-RX TPE Build – Ultra-stretch, tooth and snag resistant.
Rigging Versatility – Ideal for jighead or vertical drop setups.

SPECTRE MINNOW

Mirage X Foil

SPECTRE MINNOW

Finesse & Flash
spectre minnow
finesse & flash

The Spectre Minnow is made for finesse fishing when the Bream are shy and the bite is tough. With a slim baitfish profile, soft tail action and built-in flash, it gives just enough movement and pulse to tempt pressured fish without spooking them. Perfect for slow rolling across flats, gliding through marinas or skipping under overhangs, it’s your secret weapon to turn a dead session into fish in the net.

Tactics & Techniques:
Slow Roll the Flats Mimic baitfish with light jig and pauses.
Skip-Casting– Weedless rig for overhangs and structure.
Twitch-and-Glide – Subtle rod flicks to activate flash and tail flick in open water.

Finesse Swim – Subtle tail flick with tight roll at slow speeds.
Mirage X Foil – Internal flash that pulses with every twitch.
Rigging Options – Belly slot for easy jighead or weedless setups.
Soft PVC Body – Natural action with added toughness.
Reactor UV + Glow – Extra visibility in murky water or low light.
Tracer Scent – Shrimp and baitfish scent to trigger and hold bites.

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