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MANIAX SWIMBAIT

The Maniax isn’t just another soft bait, it’s a system. Choose the Rigged version for battle ready power or the Unrigged to fish your way. Same insane action. Same indestructible body. Total control.

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Maniax Unrigged 6
Maniax Unrigged 6" Swimbait - 2 Pack - Live Ops Soft Plastics
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Maniax Unrigged 8
Maniax Unrigged 8" Swimbait - 2 Pack - Live Ops Soft Plastics
$19.99
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Maniax Rigged 8
Maniax Rigged 8" Swimbait - Live Ops Soft Plastics
$24.99
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Maniax Rigged 6
Maniax Rigged 6" Swimbait - Live Ops Soft Plastics
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TRIGGERS HITS & HOLDS ON

When you’re chasing fish that crush baits and won't quit, you need a swimbait that can handle the hits and keep them hooked. The Maniax Paddle Tail is a slow-rolling, big thumping swimbait built to tempt the toughest predators.

Crafted from Titan-RX TPE Elastomer for toughness and infused with Reactor-UV colours for maximum flash and visibility, it delivers a powerful body roll and deep tail thump that fires up strikes. Choose the Rigged version for ready-to-fish confidence with BKK hooks and a breakaway system or the Unrigged for full control over your weight, rig and action.

Whatever your setup, Maniax swims true, hits hard and keeps you connected.

See the MANIAX Range here
Built Tough. Swims True

Engineered to overcome the common flaws of other swimbaits, such as tearing bodies, poor balance and weak hook-ups. The Maniax delivers a powerful, consistent swim strike after strike.

  • Breakaway Hook System (Pre-Rigged only) – Keeps fish pinned after the hit.
  • Signature Wobble + Roll: Delivers
    strong vibration and lifelike action on a slow roll.
  • Titan RX Elastomer: Ultra-stretch and tear-resistant for lasting use
  • Air Pockets + Tungsten Cavity: Adjustable weights and enhanced sonar visibility
  • UV + Glow finishes from Stealth to Standout
  • Available in 6” and 8” sizes.
SEE THE MANIAX RANGE HERE
rigged
Ready to Rumble

The Rigged Maniax Paddle Tail is a heavy-hitting swimbait built for power and precision straight out of the pack. Featuring an internal plate for unmatched strength, a pivoting breakaway hook system allowing the angler to have full control throughout the fight while minimising the leverage from the fish. Made to handle brutal strikes and stay connected through the fight. Just cast, slow roll, and let the Maniax’s lifelike thump and roll do the rest.

  • Rigged System: Ready to fish with premium BKK hooks.
  • Breakaway Hook Design: Reduces leverage for solid hook holds.
  • Titan-RX TPE Body & Wire-Through Strength – Tough, flexible, and built for battle.
MANIAX RIGGED
UNRIGGED
Rig It Your Way

For the anglers who like to fine-tune everything the Unrigged Maniax gives you all the power of the original with total control over your presentation.

Load it up with your favourite jighead, swimbait hook or stinger setup and the body design and action do the rest.

  • Rig-ready Design: Easy alignment for jigheads, swimbait or weedless hooks
  • Air Pocket Chamber – Adds scent, buoyancy & sonar visibility
  • Tungsten Tuning: Control sink rate and posture with Live Ops Adjusta-Balls for any depth
  • Huge paddle tail + head roll for unmatched realism and vibration
MANIAX UNRIGGED
total rigging freedom
RIGGING TIPS

The Maniax Unrigged Paddle Tail lets you create the perfect setup for any species, depth, or terrain. Featuring Titan-RX TPE Elastomer body, rig-ready hook slots and internal chambers for multiple uses it gives you total control over your presentation whether you’re fishing shallow weed beds or deep bends.

Rigging Options:

  • Jighead: Ideal for open water or deep slow-rolling.
  • Weedless: Use an EWG or screw-lock hook for tight cover and structure.
  • Treble/Stinger: Add for short-strike situations.
  • Exposed Hook: Fine-tune with Tungsten Balls for a level, natural fall.
  • Harness Rig: Pair with a wire harness or twin-hook setup for chasing larger predators like barra or cod. Delivers a secure connection and improved hook-up rate while maintaining natural swim action.

Tuning Tips:

  • Adjust Tungsten weights to perfect sink rate and posture.
  • Air pockets add lift, roll, and sonar visibility.
  • Reactor-UV colors pop in dirty water; use naturals in clear conditions.
  • Ultra-tough Titan-RX TPE body handles repeated strikes.

Pro Tip: Mix slow rolls with burn-pauses to trigger reaction bites.

TARGET SPECIES

FRESHWATER
Murray Cod | Barramundi 

Perfect For: Lakes, rivers and impoundments where fish are holding tight to structure or weed lines.
Pro Tip: Slow roll the Maniax along timber, rock bars or weed edges and that heavy tail thump and body roll trigger reaction bites from even the most inactive fish.

ESTUARY
Barramundi | Mulloway | Mangrove Jack | Flathead | Threadfin Salmon

Perfect For: Working drop-offs, drains and bridges where predators ambush from cover.
Pro Tip: Use natural tones on clear days and bright Reactor-UV colours in dirty water. The Rigged version’s breakaway system shines when targeting Barra or Jacks where it keeps fish hooked during aggressive head shakes.

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