Yum Christie Critter 4.5" 8ct Black/Blue Flake

The Yum Christie Critter 4.5" soft plastic creature bait brings signature design from tournament pro Jason Christie to your flipping and pitching arsenal. Built for serious shallow-water hunting—around cover, docks, grass, and timber—this bait trades subtlety for pure action and bulk. Eight per pack in Black/Blue Flake, the Critter combines a ribbed body with strategic appendages that move water and trigger strikes from bass keyed on larger forage.

What sets the Critter apart is its modular limb design. The top swimming arms attach at both top and bottom, giving you options: fish it as-is for aggressive, full-bodied movement, or pull free the bottom connection point to unlock even more arm action through the water column. Paired with the oversized curl tails at the rear, that limb flexibility means you can dial in the exact vibration profile your local bass are responding to on any given day.

This is a workhorse for flipping heavy cover on a Texas rig, pitching into tight quarters on a Carolina rig, or casting and dragging across structure. The bait's bulk and appendage count make it ideal when you're targeting bigger fish or fishing tournaments where reaction and confidence matter. Black/Blue Flake is a proven color choice that blends dark silhouette with reflective accent—versatile enough for clear water and overcast days alike.

Key Features

• 4.5" profile designed for flipping, pitching, and casting applications
• Multiple limbs and curl tails for maximum water displacement and vibration
• Top swimming arms engineered for adjustable action—keep both attachment points tight, or release the bottom for enhanced movement
• Black/Blue Flake color provides contrast and visibility across varied water conditions
• Eight-count pack for frequent replacement during active fishing

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What rigs work best with the Yum Christie Critter?

The Critter is designed to excel on Texas and Carolina rigs. Its bulk and appendage action are equally effective when flipping heavy cover, pitching around structure, or casting and dragging across the bottom.

Can I adjust the arm action on this bait?

Yes. The top swimming arms are secured at both the top and bottom of the bait, but the bottom attachment can be pulled loose to increase arm movement and create more aggressive action in the water.

Is this bait better for clear water or stained water?

The Black/Blue Flake color works across varied conditions. The dark base provides a strong silhouette in stained or low-light water, while the blue flake adds subtle reflective accent that can be effective in clearer conditions as well.

How many baits are in a pack?

Each pack contains eight 4.5" Yum Christie Critters, giving you plenty of bait for a full day of flipping and pitching.