Strike King Ocho 5" 8ctBlack Blue Swirl

The Strike King Ocho 5" soft stick bait brings a unique edge to your jerkbait arsenal. Unlike round-bodied softbaits, the Ocho's eight-sided profile works like a faceted gemstone—each beveled edge catches and refracts light differently as it moves through the water, creating a flash and shimmer that triggers aggressive strikes. This distinctive geometry, paired with a slow sink rate, makes the 5-inch Ocho a natural choice for jerkbait presentations and wacky rigging, whether you're working shallow grass, structure, or open water on a hunt for bass.

Strike King's KVD Perfect Plastics formula delivers a supersoft plastic body infused with salt, giving the lure realistic weight transfer and a feel that makes bass hold on longer. Every Ocho also features the brand's signature coffee scent—a proven fish attractant that masks human oils and scent, so fish commit to the bite rather than reject it on inspection. The Black Blue Swirl colorway combines dark and light tones for high-visibility contrast in most conditions, making it an all-around choice for different water clarity and light levels.

The versatility of a 5-inch stick softbait that works equally well on a jerkbait cadence or rigged wacky on a single hook makes the Ocho a reliable addition to any bass angler's tackle box. Cast it on light to medium tackle, work it with sharp jerks and pauses, or rig it weightless and let that eight-sided geometry do the talking.

Key Features

• Eight-sided design reflects light in multiple directions for distinctive flash and appeal
• Slow sink rate ideal for jerkbait and wacky rig presentations
• Supersoft, salt-impregnated plastic for realistic action and extended bite
• Coffee scent masks human odor and promotes longer bites
• Black Blue Swirl color for high-contrast visibility
• Versatile 5-inch profile works shallow and deep structures

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the Ocho and other soft jerkbaits?

The eight-sided design is the key. Rather than a traditional round or linear body, the Ocho's beveled sides catch light from different angles as it moves, creating a unique flash pattern that mimics natural forage and often draws strikes when standard softbaits don't.

Can I rig the Ocho wacky style?

Yes. The 5-inch Ocho is versatile enough for both traditional jerkbait presentations and wacky rigging. Its slow sink rate and supersoft plastic work well either way, depending on your target depth and conditions.

What does the coffee scent do?

The salt-impregnated plastic and coffee scent are part of Strike King's KVD Perfect Plastics formula. The scent masks human oils and odors, reducing the chance that bass reject the lure during inspection—resulting in more bites and longer hold times.

Is the Black Blue Swirl good for muddy water?

The Black Blue Swirl offers strong contrast between light and dark tones, which generally provides good visibility in off-color or low-light conditions. However, your best choice depends on your specific water clarity and lighting—local conditions and personal experience are always the best guides.